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Picture of the Winter Reading Challenge Banner with a mouse and Benny the Beanstack Bean reading in front of a fire place

Winter Reading Program 2026 - Read with Benny & Friends

All Day 12/19 - 2/28
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Neurodiversity, Everyone

As we near the start of the new year with fresh resolutions, we remind readers that, while the journey of reading is fun and rewarding for all ages, it is even more enjoyable when you share that journey with a friend or loved one.

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Neurodiversity, Everyone
Event Details:

As we near the start of the new year with fresh resolutions, we remind readers that, while the journey of reading is fun and rewarding for all ages, it is even more enjoyable when you share that journey with a friend or loved one.

The logo for Pokemon B.L.T.

Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.)

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

Join us for Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.), an open drop-in/drop-out session for anyone interested in learning how to play the Pokémon trading card game.

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.), an open drop-in/drop-out session for anyone interested in learning how to play the Pokémon trading card game.

An image of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: Variety Tournament

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 5:45pm - 11:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For grades 6 - 12: Limit 16

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades 6 - 12: Limit 16

DIY Weighted Sock Bunny Plushie Graphic

DIY Weighted Sock Bunny Plushie

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Workshop
Age Group:
Junior High, High School, Adults, Neurodiversity

Join us for a calming, creativity-centered workshop where participants craft their own weighted lavender-scented sock bunny plushie.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Junior High, High School, Adults, Neurodiversity
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a calming, creativity-centered workshop where participants craft their own weighted lavender-scented sock bunny plushie.

Image of diamond art heart pendants.

(Gr. 4th - 8th ) Diamond Art Heart Pendant

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High

For 4th - 8th Grade: Limit 10

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For 4th - 8th Grade: Limit 10

Jr. High: Light-Up Window Scene

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Junior High

For grades 6 - 8

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: Junior High
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades 6 - 8

An image of a logo for Bingo.

(Gr. 4th-8th): After School Bingo

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Games
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High

For grades 4th - 8th

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High
Program Type: After School, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades 4th - 8th

The logo for Pokemon B.L.T.

Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.)

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

Join us for Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.), an open drop-in/drop-out session for all participants in the Mokena Library Pokémon TCG League. 

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.), an open drop-in/drop-out session for all participants in the Mokena Library Pokémon TCG League. 

An image depicting a Pokémon battle.

Pokémon TCG: Player vs Player Tournament

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For Grades 6 - 12: Limit 12

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: After School, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Grades 6 - 12: Limit 12

picture of Harry Potter Peep Diorama

(Gr. K-8th): Peeps Diorama Contest

03/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/21/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holiday program
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High

Calling all PEEP-le! It’s that time of year again! Our Peep Diorama Contest will run from Monday, March 2nd - Saturday, March 21st.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all PEEP-le! It’s that time of year again! Our Peep Diorama Contest will run from Monday, March 2nd - Saturday, March 21st.

Retro Video Game Title Card.

Jr. High: Retro Video Game Challenge

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Junior High

For Grades 6 - 8

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Junior High
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Grades 6 - 8

Picture of a variety of board games

(Gr. K-8th): Board Games and Chess

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Games
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High

Looking for something fun to do with your friends afterschool? 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!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High
Program Type: After School, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for something fun to do with your friends afterschool? 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@mokenalibrary.org 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. 

The logo for Pokemon B.L.T.

Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.)

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For grades 6 - 12

Join us for Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.), an open drop-in/drop-out session for anyone interested in learning how to play the Pokémon trading card game.

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

For grades 6 - 12

Join us for Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.), an open drop-in/drop-out session for anyone interested in learning how to play the Pokémon trading card game.

An image of leprechauns.

(Gr. 4th-8th): Custom Photo Leprechaun Wind Chime

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High

For grades 4 - 8

Bring your own lucky charm to life: each participant will have their photo taken with an instant‑photo camera and use that print as the face of a handcrafted leprechaun. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades 4 - 8

Bring your own lucky charm to life: each participant will have their photo taken with an instant‑photo camera and use that print as the face of a handcrafted leprechaun. 

A picture of the cast of Super Smash Bros. doing silly things.

Jr. High: Lets Play! - Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For grades 6 - 10

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades 6 - 10

A logo for After School Trivia.

(Gr. 4th-8th): After School Trivia

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Educational, Games
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High

For 4th - 8th Grade: Limit 30

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High
Program Type: After School, Educational, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

For 4th - 8th Grade: Limit 30

The logo for Pokemon B.L.T.

Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.)

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For grades 6 - 12

Join us for Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.), an open drop-in/drop-out session for anyone interested in learning how to play the Pokémon trading card game.

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

For grades 6 - 12

Join us for Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.), an open drop-in/drop-out session for anyone interested in learning how to play the Pokémon trading card game.

The movie poster for Princess Mononoke.

Grades 6 - 12: After Hours Teen Movie Night - Princess Mononoke

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Spine Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For Grades 6 - 12 Only

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Spine Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Grades 6 - 12 Only

An image of the board game's contents.

Jr. High: Lets Play! Betrayal at the House on the Hill

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Games
Age Group:
Junior High

For grades 6 - 8

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High
Program Type: After School, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades 6 - 8

The logo for Pokemon B.L.T.

Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.)

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For grades 6 - 12

Join us for Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.), an open drop-in/drop-out session for anyone interested in learning how to play the Pokémon trading card game.

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

For grades 6 - 12

Join us for Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.), an open drop-in/drop-out session for anyone interested in learning how to play the Pokémon trading card game.

An image depicting a Pokémon battle.

Pokémon TCG: Player vs Player Tournament

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For grades 6 - 12: Limit 12

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades 6 - 12: Limit 12

The cover for the book Eragon.

Jr. High Book Club (Book Discussion) - Eragon by Christopher Paolini

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Book Club
Age Group:
Junior High

GRADES 6 - 8: PARTICIPANTS MUST BE REGISTERED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A BOOK & TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BOOK DISCUSSION

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: Junior High
Program Type: After School, Book Club
Event Details:

GRADES 6 - 8: PARTICIPANTS MUST BE REGISTERED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A BOOK & TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BOOK DISCUSSION

Cover for the book Ender's Game.

Jr. High Book Club (Book Pick-Up Begins) - Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Junior High

GRADES 6 - 8: PARTICIPANTS MUST BE REGISTERED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A BOOK & TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BOOK DISCUSSION

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Junior High
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

GRADES 6 - 8: PARTICIPANTS MUST BE REGISTERED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A BOOK & TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BOOK DISCUSSION

The logo for Pokemon B.L.T.

Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.)

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For grades 6 - 12

Join us for Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.), an open drop-in/drop-out session for anyone interested in learning how to play the Pokémon trading card game.

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

For grades 6 - 12

Join us for Pokémon TCG: Battle | Learn | Trade (B.L.T.), an open drop-in/drop-out session for anyone interested in learning how to play the Pokémon trading card game.