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This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Family Smokey the Bear Beanstack Challenge
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Event Details:
Join Smokey the Bear in celebrating his 80th birthday by learning how to prevent wildfires and protect the environment! Choose one household member to log your family's activities through Beanstack.
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Family
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Family
Event Details:
📬 Letters to Santa at the Mokena Library 🎅
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Pet Supplies Donation Drive
All Day 11/1 - 11/30
Outreach
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Outreach
Event Details:
We will be collecting donations for Mokena NAWS Humane Society. Items can be dropped off at the library during normal business hours. The drop off box will be located near the front entrance.
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group.
This event is in the "Junior High" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Junior High,
High School,
Adults,
Family
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group.
This event is in the "Junior High" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Family Reading Night Pick-Up
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Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Junior High,
High School,
Adults,
Family
Event Details:
Family Reading Night is on Thursday, November 21st, and is a great way to spend time reading as a family.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Holiday Wrapping Paper Swap
All Day 11/18 - 11/30
Outreach
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Family
Program Type:
Outreach
Event Details:
Join us for a festive Holiday Wrapping Paper Swap at the library! Here's your chance to give and receive unique holiday wrapping materials while sharing the joy of the season.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
11/19/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/23/2024 @ 9:00am
Toddlers,
Preschool
Sensory
Closed
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
SENSORY TAKE AND MAKE TURKEY CRAFT
11/19/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/23/2024 @ 9:00am
Sensory
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Sensory
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
A take home craft for any child with sensory needs. We choose crafts specifically with the goal of helping your child with hand eye coordination. Pick up the craft at our customer service desk and take home to complete at your leisure. Please register ahead of time and pick up during the designated pick up time as supplies are limited.
This event is in the "Junior High" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
11/20/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/27/2024 @ 9:00pm
Junior High,
High School,
Adults
Take & Make Crafts
Closed
This event is in the "Junior High" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Take and Make Christmas Button Ornament Kit
11/20/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/27/2024 @ 9:00pm
Take & Make Crafts
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Junior High,
High School,
Adults
Program Type:
Take & Make Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Begin the holidays with a snowman and tree button ornament take & make kit. Registration is open to ages 12+ starting November 6th.
Disclaimer(s)
Mokena Community Public Library District Card Holder - Priority Registration
Priority registration is available exclusively to Mokena library cardholders 72 hours before the scheduled program ensuring that Mokena library cardholders receive the first opportunity to explore and participate in our limited room programs. This is a new procedure for our high demand programs. Non-Mokena Community Public Library District Holders will be placed on a pending wait list until 72 hours prior to the program. If there are openings at that time the wait list will be transferred to the registered list in the order they were added to the wait list.
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This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
Babies,
Toddlers
Storytime
Closed
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
(Ages 0-2): Baby Storytime
9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Join our Children's Librarians for Baby Storytime at the Mokena Library. Come bond with your baby and other families at the library! We will have stations for you to enjoy child-directed play including various board books, sensory play, and art. Our Children's Librarians will also lead us in some stories and music to introduce our littles to Storytime at the library. We look forward to seeing you there! This storytime is designed for children birth - 2 years old, but older siblings are welcome to attend along with their families. Older children should be mindful and make space for little ones during the program. Please, only register children birth - 2 years old. Registration is required. Limit: 15 children Ages: Birth - 2 years old Please register each child's name only. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663, or email our Children's Librarians at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.
Disclaimer(s)
Attendance Policy for Children's Programs
We highly recommend registering with an email address. This is the only way you will get a confirmation email, be able to cancel and receive any updates, including cancellation of the program. Please arrive on time for the program. If you are unable to attend the program, please cancel at least 2 hours before the program begins, by emailing youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us or calling the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 and canceling with a librarian. You can also cancel through your confirmation email. After 3 times of being marked absent without cancellation notice, we will be moving future registrations to the waitlist for two weeks. This is to accommodate as many patrons as possible due to limited space and popularity of our programs.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Educational,
Technology Class,
Workshop
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
One- on - One Technology help
10:00am - 11:00am
Educational,
Technology Class,
Workshop
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Study Room 1
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational,
Technology Class,
Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
One on one meeting with a librarian to review basic technology skills. We can go over computer, internet, iphone help, how to access and use the library's digital material (such as Hoopla) or learn more about our library databases. Just a reminder the appointment is for one hour only. Be sure to fill out the questionnaire so the librarian can be prepared.
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This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
Babies,
Toddlers
Storytime
Closed
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
(Ages 0-2): Baby Storytime
10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Join our Children's Librarians for Baby Storytime at the Mokena Library. Come bond with your baby and other families at the library! We will have stations for you to enjoy child-directed play including various board books, sensory play, and art. Our Children's Librarians will also lead us in some stories and music to introduce our littles to Storytime at the library. We look forward to seeing you there! This storytime is designed for children birth - 2 years old, but older siblings are welcome to attend along with their families. Older children should be mindful and make space for little ones during the program. Please, only register children birth - 2 years old. Registration is required. Limit: 15 children Ages: Birth - 2 years old Please register each child's name only. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663, or email our Children's Librarians at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.
Disclaimer(s)
Attendance Policy for Children's Programs
We highly recommend registering with an email address. This is the only way you will get a confirmation email, be able to cancel and receive any updates, including cancellation of the program. Please arrive on time for the program. If you are unable to attend the program, please cancel at least 2 hours before the program begins, by emailing youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us or calling the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 and canceling with a librarian. You can also cancel through your confirmation email. After 3 times of being marked absent without cancellation notice, we will be moving future registrations to the waitlist for two weeks. This is to accommodate as many patrons as possible due to limited space and popularity of our programs.
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This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group.
Grades 3rd - 5th
After School,
Book Club,
Games
Closed
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
(Gr. 3rd-5th) Bluestem Book Club
4:15pm - 5:00pm
After School,
Book Club,
Games
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type:
After School,
Book Club,
Games
Required
Seats Remaining:
7
Event Details:
Each month we will read a different Bluestem Award nominated from the 2025 list. Copies of the book will be available at the Customer Service desk for the book discussion; please pick yours up and read the book before the meeting date. Join us as we start a new book club for 3rd grade+ at Mokena Library! Registration is required. Limit: 15 children Ages: 3rd - 5th grade. Please register each child's name only. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663, or email our Children's Librarians, Ms. Emily and Ms. Helen, at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.
This month's book: Weird Kid by Greg Van Eekhout Summary:
Disclaimer(s)
Attendance Policy for Children's Programs
We highly recommend registering with an email address. This is the only way you will get a confirmation email, be able to cancel and receive any updates, including cancellation of the program. Please arrive on time for the program. If you are unable to attend the program, please cancel at least 2 hours before the program begins, by emailing youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us or calling the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 and canceling with a librarian. You can also cancel through your confirmation email. After 3 times of being marked absent without cancellation notice, we will be moving future registrations to the waitlist for two weeks. This is to accommodate as many patrons as possible due to limited space and popularity of our programs.
Snacks Provided during Children's Programs
We will provide each child with a snack and drink during this fun after school program. If your child has any food allergies, please provide that information into the text box while registering for the program. We want to accommodate everyone and will have a healthy alternative snack for them.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Bloom Art
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Join the Mokena Community Public Library District as we welcome back local business Bloom Art Studio. Traci will guide the participants in creating their very own masterpiece!
Space is limited for this program. Please register by calling 708-479-9663 or visit our on-line events calendar at www.mokenalibrary.org.
Disclaimer(s)
Mokena Community Public Library District Card Holder - Priority Registration
Priority registration is available exclusively to Mokena library cardholders 72 hours before the scheduled program ensuring that Mokena library cardholders receive the first opportunity to explore and participate in our limited room programs. This is a new procedure for our high demand programs. Non-Mokena Community Public Library District Holders will be placed on a pending wait list until 72 hours prior to the program. If there are openings at that time the wait list will be transferred to the registered list in the order they were added to the wait list.
Program Attendance Policy
Please arrive on time for the program. If you are unable to attend the program, please cancel at least 24 hours before the program begins, by emailing programs@mokena.lib.il.us or calling the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 and canceling with a librarian. You can also cancel through our Events calendar. After 3 times of being marked absent without cancellation, we will be moving future registrations to the waitlist. This is to accommodate as many patrons as possible due to limited space and popularity of our programs.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Holiday Brunch with Chef Kristyn and Classroom Kitchen
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Culinary
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Join us for a cozy cooking class from the comfort of your own home. Elevate your brunch game and learn to create comforting classics infused with the flavors of the season.
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