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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.

(Gr. K-8th) Peeps Diorama Contest

All Day 3/24 - 4/12
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High
Event Details:

Calling all PEEP-le! It’s that time of year again! Our Peep Diorama Contest will run from Monday, March 24th - Saturday, April 12th. Show off your creativity and fill the libr...

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

Calling all PEEP-le! It’s that time of year again! Our Peep Diorama Contest will run from Monday, March 24th - Saturday, April 12th. 

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.

Children's Scavenger Hunt - National Library Week "Drawn to the Library!"

All Day 4/7 - 4/12
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Scavenger Hunt
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Event Details:

Stop by the Mokena Library to do this month's Scavenger Hunt! This month's theme is National Library Week. Search for hidden pictures of colorful cartoon book images throughou...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: Scavenger Hunt
Event Details:

Stop by the Mokena Library to do this month's Scavenger Hunt! This month's theme is National Library Week. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.

SENSORY TAKE AND MAKE SPRING CRAFT

04/08/2025 @ 9:00am to 04/12/2025 @ 9:00am
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd
Open
Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

Pajama Storytime

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Family
Pajama Storytime:

Pajama Storytime will be every second Tuesday evening of the month, where our Children’s Librarians will read a few stories centered around a new theme each month. We will also do ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 11

Pajama Storytime will be every second Tuesday evening of the month, where our Children’s Librarians will read a few stories centered around a new theme each month. We will also do a fun activity/craft and watch a short video while having a snack. Bring the whole family for a fun evening Storytime! Come dressed in your pajamas and bring your stuffed animal friends, if you would like.

Registration is required.

Limit: 30 children 

Ages: Infant - 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 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@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. 

This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.

(Gr. K-2nd) My First Book Club

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd
My First Book Club:

Join us for our new "My First Book Club" for children grades Kindergarten - 2nd. Each month we will read a different book from the Monarch Award list. We will read this month's pic...

Event Details:

From writer Stacy McAnulty and illustrator David Litchfield, Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth is a nonfiction picture book about the Earth, told from the perspective of Eart...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join us for our new "My First Book Club" for children grades Kindergarten - 2nd. Each month we will read a different book from the Monarch Award list. We will read this month's picture book all together at the start of the program. We will then answer questions and discuss the book as a group. We will have a craft and/or activity to do that goes along with the theme of the story we read together. We will have time for a snack as well. 

Registration is required.

Limit: 15 children 

Ages: Kindergarten - 2nd 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.

From writer Stacy McAnulty and illustrator David Litchfield, Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth is a nonfiction picture book about the Earth, told from the perspective of Earth herself.

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. 

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.

(Ages 0-11) Family Crayons Storytime - Session #1

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Family
Event Details:

Get ready for a colorful adventure at our special Crayon Family Storytime! Join us on Saturday morning at the Mokena Library for a celebration of Drew Daywalt’s beloved crayon book...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Get ready for a colorful adventure at our special Crayon Family Storytime!

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. 

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.

(Ages 0-11) Family Crayons Storytime - Session #2

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Family
Event Details:

Get ready for a colorful adventure at our special Crayon Family Storytime! Join us on Saturday morning at the Mokena Library for a celebration of Drew Daywalt’s beloved crayon book...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Get ready for a colorful adventure at our special Crayon Family Storytime!

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. 

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.

(Ages 4-11 yr.) Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Holiday program
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Event Details:

Hippity hop on over to the Mokena Library to join in some egg-citing fun! We will be hosting our second-annual Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt! There will be neon colored eggs with mini ...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: Holiday program
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Hippity hop on over to the Mokena Library to join in some egg-citing fun! We will be hosting our second-annual Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt!

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.

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.

(Ages 4-11 yr.) Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 7:30pm - 7:45pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Holiday program
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Event Details:

Hippity hop on over to the Mokena Library to join in some egg-citing fun! We will be hosting our second-annual Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt! There will be neon colored eggs with mini ...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: Holiday program
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Hippity hop on over to the Mokena Library to join in some egg-citing fun! We will be hosting our second-annual Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt!

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.

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

(Gr. K-5th) Board Games

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
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 fre...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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@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.

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. 

Spring Holiday

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library
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 "Sensory" group.

SENSORY EASTER EGG HUNT.

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Sensory
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Sensory
Event Details:

Join us for an egg-citing adventure designed for kids of all abilities! Participants will enjoy a sensory-friendly egg hunt, where every discovery brings delight. After the hunt, u...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Sensory
Program Type: Sensory
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for an egg-citing adventure designed for kids of all abilities! Participants will enjoy a sensory-friendly egg hunt, where every discovery brings delight.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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. 

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

(Gr. K-5th) Earth Day Egg Carton Seed Starters!

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Gardening & Seed Library
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day with a fun, hands-on gardening craft! Kids will create their own egg carton seed starters using soil and a variety of seeds. We’ll provide all the supplies and ...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Gardening & Seed Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day with a fun, hands-on gardening craft! Kids will create their own egg carton seed starters using soil and a variety of seeds.

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.

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. 

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

(Gr. K-5th) DIY Spring Crafternoon

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of creative fun as we celebrate spring with a variety of crafts! We'll have plenty of supplies for making beautiful paper flowers, plus a special painting ...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of creative fun as we celebrate spring with a variety of crafts! We'll have plenty of supplies for making beautiful paper flowers, plus a special painting activity using PEEP marshmallows!

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.

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. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.

Sensory Take and Make Flower pot scene.

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd
Sensory Take and Make:

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 o...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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

(Gr. K-5th) DIY Bath Salt Scrub Mother's Day Gift

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Event Details:

Celebrate Mother’s Day by making a special homemade gift for the important mother figure in your life! Kids will mix and customize their own bath salt scrub using simple, soothing ...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Celebrate Mother’s Day by making a special homemade gift for the important mother figure in your life! Kids will mix and customize their own bath salt scrub using simple, soothing ingredients like Epsom salt, essential oils, and dried flowers.

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.

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. 

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

(Gr. K-5th) DIY Candle Decorating

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Event Details:

Get creative and design your very own custom candle at the library! Kids will use Sharpie markers to draw unique designs on tissue paper, which will then be magically transferred o...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Get creative and design your very own custom candle at the library! Kids will use Sharpie markers to draw unique designs on tissue paper, which will then be magically transferred onto candles using wax paper and a heat gun by library staff.

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.

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. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.

Sensory Take and Make Beach Camping craft

05/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 05/05/2025 @ 9:00am
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd
Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd
Program Type: Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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.

Pajama Storytime

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Family
Pajama Storytime:

Pajama Storytime will be every second Tuesday evening of the month, where our Children’s Librarians will read a few stories centered around a new theme each month. We will also do ...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 30

Pajama Storytime will be every second Tuesday evening of the month, where our Children’s Librarians will read a few stories centered around a new theme each month. We will also do a fun activity/craft and watch a short video while having a snack. Bring the whole family for a fun evening Storytime! Come dressed in your pajamas and bring your stuffed animal friends, if you would like.

Registration is required.

Limit: 30 children 

Ages: Infant - 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 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@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. 

This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.

(Gr. K-2nd) My First Book Club

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd
My First Book Club:

Join us for our new "My First Book Club" for children grades Kindergarten - 2nd. Each month we will read a different book from the Monarch Award list. We will read this month's pic...

Event Details:

It’s Dat’s first day of school in a new country! Dat and his Mah made a long journey to get here, and Dat doesn’t know the language. To Dat, everything everybody says — from the sc...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for our new "My First Book Club" for children grades Kindergarten - 2nd. Each month we will read a different book from the Monarch Award list. We will read this month's picture book all together at the start of the program. We will then answer questions and discuss the book as a group. We will have a craft and/or activity to do that goes along with the theme of the story we read together. We will have time for a snack as well. 

Registration is required.

Limit: 15 children 

Ages: Kindergarten - 2nd 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.

It’s Dat’s first day of school in a new country! Dat and his Mah made a long journey to get here, and Dat doesn’t know the language. To Dat, everything everybody says — from the school bus driver to his new classmates — sounds like gibberish.

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. 

Memorial Day

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.
This event is in the "Sensory" group.

SENSORY Take and Make Ocean animals craft.

06/24/2025 @ 9:00am to 06/27/2025 @ 9:00am
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Sensory
Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Sensory
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group.

Take and Make Patriotic Owl craft.

06/30/2025 @ 9:00am to 07/01/2025 @ 9:00am
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd
Sensory Take and Make:

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 o...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd
Program Type: Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 30

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.  

Independence Day

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library