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

Children's Scavenger Hunt - Valentine's Day

All Day 2/3 - 2/8
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 Valentine's Day. Search for hidden pictures of different cartoon Valentine 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 Valentine's Day. 

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

(Gr. K-5th) Yarn Wrapping Craft

Tuesday, February 4, 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:

We will be making a yarn wrap craft together!Registration is required.Limit: 30 children Grades: K - 5th gradePlease register each child's name only.If you have any questions ...

Open
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: 16
Event Details:

We will be making a yarn wrap craft together!

Registration is required.

Limit: 30 children 

Grades: K - 5th grade

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. 

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

(Gr. K-5th) BINGO with Mr. Chris

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, 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 for a special Children's BINGO program, instead of our usual Boa...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Did you get out of school early? Looking for something fun to do with your friends? Then stop by the Mokena Library for a special Children's BINGO program, instead of our usual Board Games Program. 

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. 

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 3-11): DIY Stuffed Animal Workshop - Session #1

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Event Details:

Get ready for a wild adventure at the Mokena Library! Join us in the Program Room for a DIY Stuffed Animal Workshop where you’ll create your very own cuddly leopard friend. Let you...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Get ready for a wild adventure at the Mokena Library! Join us in the Program Room for a DIY Stuffed Animal Workshop where you’ll create your very own cuddly leopard friend.

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.

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.

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 3-11): DIY Stuffed Animal Workshop - Session #2

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Event Details:

Get ready for a wild adventure at the Mokena Library! Join us in the Program Room for a DIY Stuffed Animal Workshop where you’ll create your very own cuddly leopard friend. Let you...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Get ready for a wild adventure at the Mokena Library! Join us in the Program Room for a DIY Stuffed Animal Workshop where you’ll create your very own cuddly leopard friend.

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.

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.

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

(Gr. K-5th) Valentine Slime

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Slime Club, STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Event Details:

We will be making Valentine's Day themed slime together. Be ready to get messy! Registration is required.Limit: 20 children Grades: K - 5th gradePlease register each chil...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Slime Club, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

We will be making Valentine's Day themed slime together. Be ready to get messy! 

Registration is required.

Limit: 20 children 

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.

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.

Pajama Storytime

Tuesday, February 11, 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
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
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@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. 

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

(Gr. 3rd-5th) Bluestem Book Club

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Book Club
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th
Bluestem Book Club:

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; pl...

Event Details:

Winner of the Pura Belpré Award for Children's TextWinner of the Eisner for Best Publication for KidsIndie BestsellerNew York Times-bestselling author Claribel A. Ortega and star d...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

Winner of the Pura Belpré Award for Children's Text
Winner of the Eisner for Best Publication for Kids
Indie Bestseller

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. 

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.

Generations: A Family History Workshop

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Genealogy, Workshop
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High, High School, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an Intergenerational Family History Workshop Celebrate Family History Day 2025 by introducing your young(er) family member to their family history! In this 2-hour ...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High, High School, Adults
Program Type: Educational, Genealogy, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Join us for an Intergenerational Family History Workshop 

Celebrate Family History Day 2025 by introducing your young(er) family member to their family history!

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.

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.

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.

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

(Gr. 3rd-5th) Bluestem Book Club

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Book Club
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th
Bluestem Book Club:

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; pl...

Event Details:

New York Times best-selling author Aaron Reynolds delivers an "entertainingly spooky romp" (Publishers Weekly, starred review) about Rex Dexter, who is itching to have a dog . . . ...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

New York Times best-selling author Aaron Reynolds delivers an "entertainingly spooky romp" (Publishers Weekly, starred review) about Rex Dexter, who is itching to have a dog . . . but ends up with a pet chicken.

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. 

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

(Gr. 3rd-5th) Bluestem Book Club

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Book Club
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th
Bluestem Book Club:

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; pl...

Event Details:

An action-packed, empowering middle grade novel about a girl who has to speak up when her wheelchair motocross dreams get turned upside down.Twelve-year-old Emmie is working to rai...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

An action-packed, empowering middle grade novel about a girl who has to speak up when her wheelchair motocross dreams get turned upside down.

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. 

Spring Holiday

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
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This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group.

(Gr. 3rd-5th) Bluestem Book Club

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Book Club
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th
Bluestem Book Club:

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; pl...

Event Details:

In this heartfelt middle grade novel from debut author Nicole D. Collier, fifth grader Jillian must learn to speak and break free of her shell to enter her school's academic compet...

Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

In this heartfelt middle grade novel from debut author Nicole D.

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. 

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All Day 12/24 - 12/25
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