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Star Wars Shatterpoint: Terrain Build

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Junior High, High School
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 14
  • PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS ONLY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED FOR THE PREVIOUS SESSION.
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Event Details:
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 14
  • PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS ONLY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED FOR THE PREVIOUS SESSION.
This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Air Succulent Dish Garden

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Seed Library
Age Group:
Junior High, High School
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 8

Participants in this program will paint a ceramic dish designed to hold air succulents, creating a personalized display piece to take home. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Seed Library
Registration Required
Event Details:
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 8

Participants in this program will paint a ceramic dish designed to hold air succulents, creating a personalized display piece to take home. 

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, June 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Stitch Fix (Adults):

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies! ...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.  

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+.

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Star Wars Shatterpoint: Terrain Paint

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Junior High, High School
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 14
  • PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS ONLY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED FOR THE PREVIOUS SESSION.
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Event Details:
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 14
  • PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS ONLY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED FOR THE PREVIOUS SESSION.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, July 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Stitch Fix (Adults):

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies! ...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.  

Independence Day

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

Adult Take and Make - Uncle Sam Wall Hanging

07/06/2026 @ 9:00am to 07/11/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

This complete DIY kit includes everything that you need to make this fun wall hanging. All items pictured will be included. The only additional supply that is needed is wax or parchment paper to protect your work surface.

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This complete DIY kit includes everything that you need to make this fun wall hanging. All items pictured will be included. The only additional supply that is needed is wax or parchment paper to protect your work surface.

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Star Wars Shatterpoint: Squad Training

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Junior High, High School
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 14
  • PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS ONLY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED FOR THE PREVIOUS SESSION.
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Event Details:
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 14
  • PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS ONLY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED FOR THE PREVIOUS SESSION.
This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Pikmin Themed Living Plant Centerpiece

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Seed Library
Age Group:
Junior High, High School
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 8

Participants in this program will use micro greens and other easy to care for plants to create a small living centerpiece inspired by the world of Pikmin.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Seed Library
Registration Required
Event Details:
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 8

Participants in this program will use micro greens and other easy to care for plants to create a small living centerpiece inspired by the world of Pikmin.

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 "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Stitch Fix (Adults):

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies! ...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.  

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Star Wars Shatterpoint: Rules of the Game

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Junior High, High School
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 14
  • PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS ONLY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED FOR THE PREVIOUS SESSION.
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Event Details:
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 14
  • PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS ONLY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED FOR THE PREVIOUS SESSION.
This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Kokedama Moss Ball

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Seed Library
Age Group:
Junior High, High School
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 8

Participants in this program will explore the kokedama art form by shaping a fern’s root system into a living plant sculpture. What is kokedama?

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Seed Library
Registration Required
Event Details:
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 8

Participants in this program will explore the kokedama art form by shaping a fern’s root system into a living plant sculpture. What is kokedama?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Stitch Fix (Adults):

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies! ...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Faux Succulent Wall Art Workshop

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for this workshop to build your own faux succulent wall frame.  A faux succulent wall frame is a creative DIY design for your home or office without the maintenance of live plants.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this workshop to build your own faux succulent wall frame.  A faux succulent wall frame is a creative DIY design for your home or office without the maintenance of live plants.

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.

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 "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Stitch Fix (Adults):

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies! ...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.  

This event is in the "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Star Wars Shatterpoint: Tournament

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 11:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Junior High, High School
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 14
  • PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS ONLY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED FOR THE PREVIOUS SESSION.
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Event Details:
FOR GRADES 6 - 12: LIMIT 14
  • PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS ONLY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED FOR THE PREVIOUS SESSION.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, July 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Stitch Fix (Adults):

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies! ...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, August 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Stitch Fix (Adults):

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies! ...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, August 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Stitch Fix (Adults):

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies! ...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, August 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Stitch Fix (Adults):

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies! ...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, August 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Stitch Fix (Adults):

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies! ...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.