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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 "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 "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: Dinosaur Toy Building Block

01/20/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/24/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High, Neurodiversity

These dinosaurs’ building blocks are easy to use and assemble. Help inspire children’s brains to think, develop multiple skills such as hand-eye coordination, spatial structure and logical thinking.

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

These dinosaurs’ building blocks are easy to use and assemble. Help inspire children’s brains to think, develop multiple skills such as hand-eye coordination, spatial structure and logical thinking.

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 "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 "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: Foam Robot Craft

02/03/2026 @ 9:00am to 02/07/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity

Beep boop beep! Build your own paper and foam robot. This craft kit has everything needed to create a robot friend! No glue needed - all components are self-adhesive for easy and clean crafting. For ages: 3+

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Beep boop beep! Build your own paper and foam robot. This craft kit has everything needed to create a robot friend! No glue needed - all components are self-adhesive for easy and clean crafting. For ages: 3+

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 "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 "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: DIY Kaleidoscope

02/24/2026 @ 9:00am to 02/28/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity

Create your own colorful sensory kaleidoscope! This kit encourages creativity and exploration using light, color, and texture. All materials provided—just bring your imagination!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity
Program Type: Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own colorful sensory kaleidoscope! This kit encourages creativity and exploration using light, color, and texture. All materials provided—just bring your imagination!

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 "Neurodiversity" group

Build Your Own Sensory Bin - St Patrick's Fun

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Sensory
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity

Join us for a fun, hands-on program where kids of all ability levels can create their own sensory bin inspired by St. Patrick's Fun! Explore textures, colors, and playful materials while building a personalized bin.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity
Program Type: Sensory
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun, hands-on program where kids of all ability levels can create their own sensory bin inspired by St. Patrick's Fun! Explore textures, colors, and playful materials while building a personalized bin.

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 "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: Dinosaur Air Dry Clay Kit

03/10/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/14/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Sensory, STEAM, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity

An engaging project that brings dinosaurs to life; encourages creativity and fine motor skills.

Kit includes one dinosaur skeleton toy, two air dry clay colors, and one set of eyes. For ages 3+. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Sensory, STEAM, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

An engaging project that brings dinosaurs to life; encourages creativity and fine motor skills.

Kit includes one dinosaur skeleton toy, two air dry clay colors, and one set of eyes. For ages 3+. 

This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group
This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: Sun Dial Craft Kit

03/24/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/28/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Sensory, STEAM, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity

This educational craft project teaches important concepts like timekeeping, sun positions, and spatial awareness, fostering hands-on learning and problem-solving in a fun, interactive way.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Sensory, STEAM, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This educational craft project teaches important concepts like timekeeping, sun positions, and spatial awareness, fostering hands-on learning and problem-solving in a fun, interactive way.

Spring Holiday

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library
This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: Water Coloring Kit

04/07/2026 @ 9:00am to 04/11/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Neurodiversity

These water coloring sheets help teach kids color recognition and promotes the use of fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination and improves the creativity. Each kit includes 5 coloring sheets and 1 paintbrush. For ages 3+.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Neurodiversity
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

These water coloring sheets help teach kids color recognition and promotes the use of fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination and improves the creativity. Each kit includes 5 coloring sheets and 1 paintbrush. For ages 3+.

This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: Vehicle Lacing Cards

04/21/2026 @ 9:00am to 04/25/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Neurodiversity

These lacing cards are designed to develop lacing and sewing skills, children can get diverse skills while they play the cards.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Neurodiversity
Program Type: Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

These lacing cards are designed to develop lacing and sewing skills, children can get diverse skills while they play the cards.

This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: DIY Toy Wood Boat Craft Kits

05/05/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/09/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, STEAM, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Neurodiversity

A S.T.E.A.M. craft kit for kids to stimulate imagination and strengthen hands-on ability.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Neurodiversity
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, STEAM, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A S.T.E.A.M. craft kit for kids to stimulate imagination and strengthen hands-on ability.

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 "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: “Dot It” Animals Craft

05/19/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/23/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity

"Dot it!" is a sticker art activity designed to build fine motor skills, creative thinking, spatial reasoning, and focus skills. Each person will receive a kit that includes 5 animals to complete with 250+ dot stickers. For children ages 3+.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Dot it!" is a sticker art activity designed to build fine motor skills, creative thinking, spatial reasoning, and focus skills. Each person will receive a kit that includes 5 animals to complete with 250+ dot stickers. For children ages 3+.

Memorial Day

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library
This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: DIY Summer Foam Bookmarks

06/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 06/06/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Neurodiversity

These cute and whimsical bookmarks craft kits provide a delightful and educational activity, nurturing creativity and fine motor skills. Kids of all ages will have a great time making these colorful fun-filled bookmarks.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Neurodiversity
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

These cute and whimsical bookmarks craft kits provide a delightful and educational activity, nurturing creativity and fine motor skills. Kids of all ages will have a great time making these colorful fun-filled bookmarks.

This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: Save The Bees Grow Kit

06/16/2026 @ 9:00am to 06/20/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Gardening & Seed Library, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Neurodiversity

Includes biodegradable mini pots, nutrient-rich coconut husk growing medium, and pollinator-friendly wildflower seed packets with easy-to-follow planting instructions.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Neurodiversity
Program Type: Educational, Gardening & Seed Library, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Includes biodegradable mini pots, nutrient-rich coconut husk growing medium, and pollinator-friendly wildflower seed packets with easy-to-follow planting instructions.

This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: 4th of July Patriotic Turtle Craft

06/30/2026 @ 9:00am to 07/03/2026 @ 6:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Neurodiversity

A fun 4th of July holiday craft! Create your own patriotic turtle, like our library mascot Noodles! For children ages 3+.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Neurodiversity
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A fun 4th of July holiday craft! Create your own patriotic turtle, like our library mascot Noodles! For children ages 3+.

Independence Day

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library
This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: Mini Flowers Building Blocks Set

07/14/2026 @ 9:00am to 07/18/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Neurodiversity

This flower mini blocks building sets allow for endless possibilities, providing a fun and educational activity that inspires artistic expression and hands-on play, kids won't get bored with hands-on building toy that inspires creativity.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Neurodiversity
Program Type: Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This flower mini blocks building sets allow for endless possibilities, providing a fun and educational activity that inspires artistic expression and hands-on play, kids won't get bored with hands-on building toy that inspires creativity.

Labor Day

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library

Veteran's Day

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library

Thanksgiving Holiday - Closed

All Day 11/26 - 11/27
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library

Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library