| All Day |
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jan-Feb
2025
Winter Reading Program 2025 - Polar Explorers
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Event Details:
Join our exciting Winter Reading Program and embark on a polar adventure!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
01/06/2025 @ 9:00am - 01/20/2025 @ 9:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Waitlist
This event is in the "Adults" group.
"Romance is in the Air" Adult Book Bag Registration
01/06/2025 @ 9:00am - 01/20/2025 @ 9:00pm
Book Club
Waitlist
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Romance is in the Air! Fall in love with a book this February with the “Romance is in the Air” Adult Book Bag Program.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
Program Email Registration Policy
Please note that an email address is required to register for this library program. If no email address is provided, you will be unable to complete your registration. We appreciate your cooperation, as this ensures timely communication and updates regarding the program.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
01/08/2025 @ 9:00am - 01/18/2025 @ 5:00pm
Adults
Gardening & Seed Library
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Take and Plant Lithop Kit
01/08/2025 @ 9:00am - 01/18/2025 @ 5:00pm
Gardening & Seed Library
Closed
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Gardening & Seed Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Test your green thumb at growing your own lithop plants! Lithops, also known as living stones, are part of the succulent family, native to southern Africa.
Disclaimer(s)
Program Email Registration Policy
Please note that an email address is required to register for this library program. If no email address is provided, you will be unable to complete your registration. We appreciate your cooperation, as this ensures timely communication and updates regarding the program.
|
|
|
|---|
| 9:30am |
|
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
Babies,
Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
(Ages 0-2): Baby Storytime
9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
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.
|
|
|---|
| 9:45am |
|
|
|---|
| 10:00am |
|
|
|---|
| 10:15am |
|
|
|
|---|
| 10:30am |
|
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
Babies,
Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
(Ages 0-2): Baby Storytime
10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
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.
|
|
|---|
| 10:45am |
|
|
|---|
| 11:00am |
|
|
|---|
| 11:15am |
|
|
|
|---|
| 11:30am |
|
|
|
|---|
| 11:45am |
|
|
|
|---|
| 12:00pm |
|
|
|
|---|
| 12:15pm |
|
|
|
|---|
| 12:30pm |
|
|
|
|---|
| 12:45pm |
|
|
|
|---|
| 1:00pm |
|
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group.
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th
Games
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type:
Games
Required
Seats Remaining:
30
Event Details:
Did you get out of school early? Looking for something fun to do with your friends? Then stop by the Mokena Library to play a variety of board games. Have a favorite game? Feel free to bring it with and introduce your friends to something new!
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.
Registration Required for Children's Programs (K-5th)
Registration is required. Limit: 30 children Grades: K - 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 Youth Services Librarians at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.
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.
|
|
|---|
| 1:15pm |
|
|
|---|
| 1:30pm |
|
|
|---|
| 1:45pm |
|
|
|---|
| 2:00pm |
|
|
|
|---|
| 2:15pm |
|
|
|
|---|
| 2:30pm |
|
|
|
|---|
| 2:45pm |
|
|
|
|---|
| 3:00pm |
|
|
|
|---|
| 3:15pm |
|
|
|
|---|
| 3:30pm |
|
|
This event is in the "Junior High" group.
Junior High
After School,
Arts & Crafts
Open
This event is in the "Junior High" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Jr. High: Paper Rosette Wreath
3:30pm - 5:30pm
After School,
Arts & Crafts
Open
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Upstairs Program Room
Age Group:
Junior High
Program Type:
After School,
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Event Details:
During this program, participants will use various kinds of paper—including construction paper, wrapping paper, and paper with different print designs—to make charming rosettes.
|
|---|
| 3:45pm |
|
|
|---|
| 4:00pm |
|
|
|---|
| 4:15pm |
|
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group.
Grades 3rd - 5th
After School,
Book Club
Open
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
(Gr. 3rd-5th) Bluestem Book Club
4:15pm - 5:00pm
After School,
Book Club
Open
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type:
After School,
Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining:
9
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: From the award-winning author of the Jada Jones chapter books comes a spinoff series all about fourth grader Miles Lewis.
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.
|
|---|
| 4:30pm |
|
|---|
| 4:45pm |
|
|---|
| 5:00pm |
|
|
|---|
| 5:15pm |
|
|
|---|
| 5:30pm |
|
|
|
|---|
| 5:45pm |
|
|
|
|---|
| 6:00pm |
|
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Bloom Art Paint Night
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Open
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
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.
Program Email Registration Policy
Please note that an email address is required to register for this library program. If no email address is provided, you will be unable to complete your registration. We appreciate your cooperation, as this ensures timely communication and updates regarding the program.
|
|
|---|
| 6:15pm |
|
|
|---|
| 6:30pm |
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Culinary,
Workshop
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Vegan Comfort Food with Chef Kristyn and Classroom Kitchen
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Culinary,
Workshop
Open
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Culinary,
Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Join us for a cozy cooking class from the comfort of your own home. Warm up your winter with hearty and delicious vegan comfort foods. This class will explore plant-based alternatives that are both comforting and satisfying, showing you
Disclaimer(s)
Program Email Registration Policy
Please note that an email address is required to register for this library program. If no email address is provided, you will be unable to complete your registration. We appreciate your cooperation, as this ensures timely communication and updates regarding the program.
|
|
|---|
| 6:45pm |
|
|---|
| 7:00pm |
|
|---|
| 7:15pm |
|
|---|
| 7:30pm |
|
|---|
| 7:45pm |
|
|---|
