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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 "Everyone" group

Fiero Code Friday

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Everyone

Ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Seed Library Opening

03/01/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/10/2026 @ 9:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Seed Library
Age Group:
Everyone

Spring is near and our seed library is stocked with your favorites and new additions too!  Starting March 1st, visit our seed library to jumpstart your garden planning.

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library
Event Details:

Spring is near and our seed library is stocked with your favorites and new additions too!  Starting March 1st, visit our seed library to jumpstart your garden planning.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Maker Monday: Tinkercad

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

For ages 10 & Older: Limit 14
Project 2

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 10 & Older: Limit 14
Project 2

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Fiero Code Friday

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Everyone

Ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

Spring Holiday

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

Celebrate Earth Day!

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Seed Library
Age Group:
Everyone

Earth day is April 22nd.  Stop by the seed library for a Earth Day plantable wildflower seed card.  Each card transforms into a mini garden.

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library
Event Details:

Earth day is April 22nd.  Stop by the seed library for a Earth Day plantable wildflower seed card.  Each card transforms into a mini garden.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Dave Vincent and the Ukelitis Band

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone

Ukelitis is a vibrant four-member band featuring three ukulele players and vocalists, joined by a dynamic ukulele U-BASS player. We deliver a lively, one-hour performance of popular, feel-good music that resonates with all ages.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Music, Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ukelitis is a vibrant four-member band featuring three ukulele players and vocalists, joined by a dynamic ukulele U-BASS player. We deliver a lively, one-hour performance of popular, feel-good music that resonates with all ages.

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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Friends of the Library Book Sale

All Day
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Everyone

9:30am - 10:00am Members only
10:00am - 5:30pm Open to the public

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

9:30am - 10:00am Members only
10:00am - 5:30pm Open to the public

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Friends of the Library Book Sale

All Day
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Everyone

9:30am - 10:00am Members only

10:00am - 3:00pm Open to the public

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

9:30am - 10:00am Members only

10:00am - 3:00pm Open to the public

Memorial Day

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

Visit the Sensory Gardens

05/26/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/30/2026 @ 6:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Seed Library, Sensory
Age Group:
Everyone

Our sensory gardens have returned! Come visit and be sure to touch, smell, taste, hear and see what we have planted this year.  Afterwards stop by the customer service desk and answer a quick question for a prize just for visiting.

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library, Sensory
Event Details:

Our sensory gardens have returned! Come visit and be sure to touch, smell, taste, hear and see what we have planted this year.  Afterwards stop by the customer service desk and answer a quick question for a prize just for visiting.

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, June 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone

Put your teamwork—and puzzle skills—to the test at our Summer–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 3rd - 5th, Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Put your teamwork—and puzzle skills—to the test at our Summer–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.

Independence Day

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

Garden Photo Contest-Registration & Photo Entry Submission

07/13/2026 @ 9:00am to 07/24/2026 @ 9:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Seed Library
Age Group:
Everyone

Calling all gardeners!  It's time to show off your hard work.  Submit a picture of your garden from this summer.  You could try snapping a pic of your vegetable garden, landscaping, flower beds or even planters.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all gardeners!  It's time to show off your hard work.  Submit a picture of your garden from this summer.  You could try snapping a pic of your vegetable garden, landscaping, flower beds or even planters.

Disclaimer(s)

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 "Everyone" group

Garden Photo Contest-Patron Voting

07/27/2026 @ 9:00am to 08/05/2026 @ 9:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Seed Library
Age Group:
Everyone

Stop by the Seed Library and vote for your favorite photo for the Garden Photo Contest.  Voting starts July 27th through August 5th.  One vote per patron.  

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library
Event Details:

Stop by the Seed Library and vote for your favorite photo for the Garden Photo Contest.  Voting starts July 27th through August 5th.  One vote per patron.  

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

New Year's

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library