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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.

This event is in the "High School" group

High School: Trivia Night

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Educational, Games
Age Group:
High School

For Grades 9 - 12: Limit 20

Think you’ve got the brains and the pop culture chops? Put your knowledge to the test at our High School: Trivia Night.

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

For Grades 9 - 12: Limit 20

Think you’ve got the brains and the pop culture chops? Put your knowledge to the test at our High School: Trivia Night.

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

6th - 12th Grade: Pokémon TCG: Build & Battle Tournament

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For Grades 6 - 12: Limit 12 | * Special Note: This is a 5 hour-long program *

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 | * Special Note: This is a 5 hour-long program *

This event is in the "High School" group

High School: Clue Conspiracy Board Game

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Games
Age Group:
High School

Grades 9 - 12: Limit 10

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

Grades 9 - 12: Limit 10

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

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

Friday, January 30, 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.

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Grades 6 - 12: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Season 6 - Grand Tournament

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 5:45pm - 11:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For 6th - 12th Graders - Roster is currently full

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

For 6th - 12th Graders - Roster is currently full

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
This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Special Maker Monday: Accessibility Aids

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Class
Age Group:
Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Neurodiversity, Everyone

For ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Neurodiversity, Everyone
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

This event is in the "High School" group

High School: Dungeons & Dragons

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
High School

Registration is full. This is an ongoing campaign with a full party of 4 participants.

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Registration is full. This is an ongoing campaign with a full party of 4 participants.

This event is in the "High School" group

High School: Scented Candle Workshop

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High School

For grades 9 - 12: Limit 12

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

For grades 9 - 12: Limit 12

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

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

Friday, February 6, 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.

This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

14 & Older: After Hours Game Night

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 5:45pm - 11:00pm
Spine Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
High School, Adults

Join us every first Friday of the month as we play board games like Eldritch Horror, One Night Ultimate Werewolf, Dead of Winter, and any board games that you would like to bring and share.

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

Join us every first Friday of the month as we play board games like Eldritch Horror, One Night Ultimate Werewolf, Dead of Winter, and any board games that you would like to bring and share.

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
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Family Puzzle Challenge

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone

❤️ Valentine’s Day Puzzle Challenge ❤️

Put your teamwork—and puzzle skills—to the test at our Valentine’s Day–themed Puzzle Challenge! Gather your friends and enjoy a fun evening of friendly competition.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

❤️ Valentine’s Day Puzzle Challenge ❤️

Put your teamwork—and puzzle skills—to the test at our Valentine’s Day–themed Puzzle Challenge! Gather your friends and enjoy a fun evening of friendly competition.

Disclaimer(s)

Program Attendance Policy

Please arrive on time for the program. Space is limited so registration is suggested for all programs, regular or limited, unless otherwise noted. Go to our website, call the library at 708-479-9663 or visit the Customer Service Desk to register. If you are registered for a program that you cannot attend, please call at least 24 hours in advance to cancel. You may cancel through your confirmation email, email the     library at programs@mokenalibrary.org or call 708-479-9663. Given the popularity of our limited programs, patrons, who do not cancel their registration 24 hours prior to the event will be considered “No Shows”. If a patron is considered a “No Show” for three limited programs then he, she, or they may be unable to register for future events and will instead be placed on the waitlist.

A limited program is a program that has limited space or limited supplies available.

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 "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

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

Friday, February 13, 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.

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Grades 6 - 12: After Hours Teen Movie Night - The Princess Bride

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
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

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

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.

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

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

Upcoming
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

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 "Neurodiversity" group

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.

Upcoming
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.

This event is in the "High School" group

High School: Terrarium Plant & Take

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High School

For grades 9 - 12

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

For grades 9 - 12

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

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. 

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

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

Upcoming
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

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