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Memorial Day

All Day
Mokena Public Library
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This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group

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

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 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...

The Red Jacket 

By: Bob Holt 

Bob loves his red jacket.

The red jacket makes him feel swanky cool.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Registration Required
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 special 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 Youth Services Librarians at youthservices@mokenalibrary.org

The Red Jacket 

By: Bob Holt 

Bob loves his red jacket.

The red jacket makes him feel swanky cool.

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 3rd - 5th" group

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

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 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 2026 list. Copies of the book will be available at the main Customer Service desk for the book discussion; ple...

Swim Team 

By: Johnnie Christmas 

A splashy, contemporary middle grade graphic novel from bestselling comics creator Johnnie Christmas!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Each month we will read a different Bluestem Award nominated from the 2026 list. Copies of the book will be available at the main 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-5th 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 Youth Services Librarians at youthservices@mokenalibrary.org

Swim Team 

By: Johnnie Christmas 

A splashy, contemporary middle grade graphic novel from bestselling comics creator Johnnie Christmas!

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. 

Independence Day

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
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This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group

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

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 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...

Negative Cat 

By: Sophie Blackall 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Registration Required
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 special 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 Youth Services Librarians at youthservices@mokenalibrary.org

Negative Cat 

By: Sophie Blackall 

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 3rd - 5th" group

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

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 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 2026 list. Copies of the book will be available at the main Customer Service desk for the book discussion; ple...

Squished 

By: Megan Wagner Lloyd and Michelle Mee Nutter 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Each month we will read a different Bluestem Award nominated from the 2026 list. Copies of the book will be available at the main 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-5th 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 Youth Services Librarians at youthservices@mokenalibrary.org

Squished 

By: Megan Wagner Lloyd and Michelle Mee Nutter 

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. 

Labor Day

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
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Veteran's Day

All Day
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Thanksgiving Holiday - Closed

All Day 11/26 - 11/27
Mokena Public Library
Closing
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Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Mokena Public Library
Closing
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New Year's

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