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Walk and Talk Book Club

Monday, September 29, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Walk and Talk Book Club (Adults):

Welcome to Mokena Community Public Library's Walking Book Club!  We will meet at The Oaks for the walk and the talk. We will be walking for 30 minutes and discuss the book aft...

The Chelsea Girls by Fiona Davis

     The Oaks,

     10847 W La Porte Rd

      Mokena IL 60448

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Mokena Community Public Library's Walking Book Club!  We will meet at The Oaks for the walk and the talk. We will be walking for 30 minutes and discuss the book afterwards for 30 minutes. 

Please note that Mokena residents are free to enter The Oaks for the walking track, but non-residents will need to pay $3.00 per visit to use the track with us.  

Please join us in our renewed walking book club! 

The Chelsea Girls by Fiona Davis

     The Oaks,

     10847 W La Porte Rd

      Mokena IL 60448

Disclaimer(s)

Wellness/Activity Program Disclaimer - All Ages

Disclaimer(s)

By registering, you agree to our library code of conduct and understand that no conduct is permitted that may reasonably be expected to create a disturbance or otherwise interfere with the safe use and enjoyment of the library and program by others. All times are listed in Central time.

Physical Activity

By enrolling in this class, you affirm that you and/or your child are physically capable and willing to participate, understanding that any physical activity may carry a risk of injury. Participants of all ages may take breaks as needed during the session. It is your responsibility to consult with a healthcare professional regarding any past or present injuries, illnesses, health conditions, or medications that may affect your participation.

By participating, you acknowledge and accept all risks associated with such activities, assuming responsibility for any resulting injuries or illnesses. The Mokena Community Public Library, along with its officers, employees, trustees, and agents, shall not be held liable for any claims, suits, or damages arising from participation in these activities, and you agree to release them from any such liability.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Walk and Talk Book Club

Monday, September 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Walk and Talk Book Club (Adults):

Welcome to Mokena Community Public Library's Walking Book Club!  We will meet at The Oaks for the walk and the talk. We will be walking for 30 minutes and discuss the book aft...

The Chelsea Girls by Fiona Davis

     The Oaks,

     10847 W La Porte Rd

      Mokena IL 60448

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Mokena Community Public Library's Walking Book Club!  We will meet at The Oaks for the walk and the talk. We will be walking for 30 minutes and discuss the book afterwards for 30 minutes. 

Please note that Mokena residents are free to enter The Oaks for the walking track, but non-residents will need to pay $3.00 per visit to use the track with us.  

Please join us in our renewed walking book club! 

The Chelsea Girls by Fiona Davis

     The Oaks,

     10847 W La Porte Rd

      Mokena IL 60448

Disclaimer(s)

Wellness/Activity Program Disclaimer - All Ages

Disclaimer(s)

By registering, you agree to our library code of conduct and understand that no conduct is permitted that may reasonably be expected to create a disturbance or otherwise interfere with the safe use and enjoyment of the library and program by others. All times are listed in Central time.

Physical Activity

By enrolling in this class, you affirm that you and/or your child are physically capable and willing to participate, understanding that any physical activity may carry a risk of injury. Participants of all ages may take breaks as needed during the session. It is your responsibility to consult with a healthcare professional regarding any past or present injuries, illnesses, health conditions, or medications that may affect your participation.

By participating, you acknowledge and accept all risks associated with such activities, assuming responsibility for any resulting injuries or illnesses. The Mokena Community Public Library, along with its officers, employees, trustees, and agents, shall not be held liable for any claims, suits, or damages arising from participation in these activities, and you agree to release them from any such liability.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bloom Art Paint Night

Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Bloom Art Studio Painting Class:

Join the Mokena Community Public Library District as we welcome back local business Bloom Art Studio. Traci will guide the participants in creating their very own masterpiece! ...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required

Join the Mokena Community Public Library District as we welcome back local business Bloom Art Studio. Traci will guide the participants in creating their very own masterpiece! 
 

Space is limited for this program. Please register by calling 708-479-9663 or visit our on-line events calendar at www.mokenalibrary.org.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

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, October 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Room 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: Program Room
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 "Grades K - 2nd" group
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group
This event is in the "Sensory" group

Sensory Take & Make: The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Lacing Cards

10/07/2025 @ 9:00am to 10/11/2025 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Sensory

These fun and educational lacing cards feature illustrations from Eric Carle's beloved The Very Hungry Caterpillar™.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Sensory
Program Type: Educational, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

These fun and educational lacing cards feature illustrations from Eric Carle's beloved The Very Hungry Caterpillar™.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Build Your Own Miniature Bookcase

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Build your own miniature bookcase

This class includes materials to construct a miniature bookcase so you can create many more on your own. Great idea for craft night!

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

Build your own miniature bookcase

This class includes materials to construct a miniature bookcase so you can create many more on your own. Great idea for craft night!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, October 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Room 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: Program Room
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

Paint and Plant Workshop-Halloween Theme

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Seed Library
Age Group:
Adults

In this workshop you will be painting your own Halloween themed 4 inch terra cotta pot. Supplies and ideas provided. Patrons will also receive a small mum to take home to plant in their completed project.

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

In this workshop you will be painting your own Halloween themed 4 inch terra cotta pot. Supplies and ideas provided. Patrons will also receive a small mum to take home to plant in their completed project.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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

Sound Bath with Gail Morales

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Say goodbye to what no longer serves you and welcome new beginnings in 2025.  Reflect and let go of feelings, actions, and the would have, should have, could have, thoughts that plagued you during 2024.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Say goodbye to what no longer serves you and welcome new beginnings in 2025.  Reflect and let go of feelings, actions, and the would have, should have, could have, thoughts that plagued you during 2024.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Wellness/Activity Program Disclaimer - All Ages

Disclaimer(s)

By registering, you agree to our library code of conduct and understand that no conduct is permitted that may reasonably be expected to create a disturbance or otherwise interfere with the safe use and enjoyment of the library and program by others. All times are listed in Central time.

Physical Activity

By enrolling in this class, you affirm that you and/or your child are physically capable and willing to participate, understanding that any physical activity may carry a risk of injury. Participants of all ages may take breaks as needed during the session. It is your responsibility to consult with a healthcare professional regarding any past or present injuries, illnesses, health conditions, or medications that may affect your participation.

By participating, you acknowledge and accept all risks associated with such activities, assuming responsibility for any resulting injuries or illnesses. The Mokena Community Public Library, along with its officers, employees, trustees, and agents, shall not be held liable for any claims, suits, or damages arising from participation in these activities, and you agree to release them from any such liability.

This event is in the "Adults" group

One-on-One Technology Help

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
One on One Technology Help (Adults):

One on one meeting with a librarian to review basic technology skills.  We can go over computer, internet, iphone help, how to access and use the library's digital material (s...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required

One on one meeting with a librarian to review basic technology skills.  We can go over computer, internet, iphone help, how to access and use the library's digital material (such as Hoopla) or learn more about our library databases.  

Just a reminder the appointment is for one hour only.  Be sure to fill out the questionnaire so the librarian can be prepared.

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 "Adults" group

Adult Book Discussion

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Book Discussion:

The Adult Book Discussion Group began in March 1998.  We remained a small group for a long time, but have picked up more members so we now have a core group of over twenty.&nb...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Adult Book Discussion Group began in March 1998.  We remained a small group for a long time, but have picked up more members so we now have a core group of over twenty.  We welcome anyone who wants to join, for one discussion or regularly. Book selections vary; we try to switch around to keep it interesting and to broaden our horizons.  We’ve read fiction and non-fiction, light stories and dark, popular titles and little-known ones.

 The group meets year-round, the third Thursday of the month, 7:00—8:30 p.m.  The library keeps extra copies of the upcoming book to check out at the adult circulation desk, so if you’re interested in joining our discussion, just ask at the desk for a copy of the Adult Book Discussion Group book, or contact Carol Tracy at the reference desk or via email at ctracy@mokena.lib.il.us.

Please see the attachment for a full list of the year's books.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Room 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: Program Room
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 "Grades K - 2nd" group
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group
This event is in the "Sensory" group

Sensory Take & Make: Rainbow Magic Scratch Paper Animal Masks

10/21/2025 @ 9:00am to 10/25/2025 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Sensory

Rainbow scratch art is a great creative and fun activity! This scratch art kit can help develop children’s visualization skills and creativity development while they sketch, draw, trace and create their personalized masterpieces.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Sensory
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Rainbow scratch art is a great creative and fun activity! This scratch art kit can help develop children’s visualization skills and creativity development while they sketch, draw, trace and create their personalized masterpieces.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Family History Exploration: A One-on-One Taster Session

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Family History Exploration: A One-on-One Taster Session

Curious about your family history, but don't know where to start?

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Family History Exploration: A One-on-One Taster Session

Curious about your family history, but don't know where to start?

Disclaimer(s)

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 "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Room 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: Program Room
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.  

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library

Joseph Cirelli – President

Kathy Lewandowski – Vice President

Alvin Kempf, Jr. – Treasurer

Marilyn O'Rourke– Secretary

Camille Gonzalez-Jensen - Trustee

Erin Minh - Trustee

Sara Carmody - Trustee

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Event Details:

Joseph Cirelli – President

Kathy Lewandowski – Vice President

Alvin Kempf, Jr. – Treasurer

Marilyn O'Rourke– Secretary

Camille Gonzalez-Jensen - Trustee

Erin Minh - Trustee

Sara Carmody - Trustee

This event is in the "Adults" group

One-On-One Technology Help

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 1 at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
One on One Technology Help (Adults):

One on one meeting with a librarian to review basic technology skills.  We can go over computer, internet, iphone help, how to access and use the library's digital material (s...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required

One on one meeting with a librarian to review basic technology skills.  We can go over computer, internet, iphone help, how to access and use the library's digital material (such as Hoopla) or learn more about our library databases.  

Just a reminder the appointment is for one hour only.  Be sure to fill out the questionnaire so the librarian can be prepared.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Room 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: Program Room
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 "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

Sensory Take & Make: Dinovember Foam Sticker Craft

11/04/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/08/2025 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th

Happy Dino-vember! Create colorful dinosaur sticker scenes using soft foam shapes. Perfect for little hands, each kit includes peel-and-stick dino foam stickers and everything needed to build a dino-mite masterpiece!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Happy Dino-vember! Create colorful dinosaur sticker scenes using soft foam shapes. Perfect for little hands, each kit includes peel-and-stick dino foam stickers and everything needed to build a dino-mite masterpiece!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bloom Art Paint Night

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Bloom Art Studio Painting Class:

Join the Mokena Community Public Library District as we welcome back local business Bloom Art Studio. Traci will guide the participants in creating their very own masterpiece! ...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required

Join the Mokena Community Public Library District as we welcome back local business Bloom Art Studio. Traci will guide the participants in creating their very own masterpiece! 
 

Space is limited for this program. Please register by calling 708-479-9663 or visit our on-line events calendar at www.mokenalibrary.org.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

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.

Veteran's Day

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

Card Crafting with Kathy Congreve

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Card Crafting with Kathy:

The Mokena Community Public Library District welcomes Kathy Congreve, Creative Memories Advisor as she guides you through making your own decorative greeting cards. Everything is i...

Let your friends and loved ones know you care about them with these Thinking of You cards Kit. 

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

The Mokena Community Public Library District welcomes Kathy Congreve, Creative Memories Advisor as she guides you through making your own decorative greeting cards. Everything is included for you to create cards that are perfect for letting someone know you’re thinking of them. Kathy Congreve will lead this class and provide supplies for an easy-to-follow method of making your own cards.

 

Space is limited so registration is required. Please call 708-479-9663 or visit our webpage at www.mokenalibrary.org
 

Let your friends and loved ones know you care about them with these Thinking of You cards Kit. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

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

Adult Book Discussion

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Book Discussion:

The Adult Book Discussion Group began in March 1998.  We remained a small group for a long time, but have picked up more members so we now have a core group of over twenty.&nb...

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Adult Book Discussion Group began in March 1998.  We remained a small group for a long time, but have picked up more members so we now have a core group of over twenty.  We welcome anyone who wants to join, for one discussion or regularly. Book selections vary; we try to switch around to keep it interesting and to broaden our horizons.  We’ve read fiction and non-fiction, light stories and dark, popular titles and little-known ones.

 The group meets year-round, the third Thursday of the month, 7:00—8:30 p.m.  The library keeps extra copies of the upcoming book to check out at the adult circulation desk, so if you’re interested in joining our discussion, just ask at the desk for a copy of the Adult Book Discussion Group book, or contact Carol Tracy at the reference desk or via email at ctracy@mokena.lib.il.us.

Please see the attachment for a full list of the year's books.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Sound Bath with Gail Morales

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Say goodbye to what no longer serves you and welcome new beginnings in 2025.  Reflect and let go of feelings, actions, and the would have, should have, could have, thoughts that plagued you during 2024.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Say goodbye to what no longer serves you and welcome new beginnings in 2025.  Reflect and let go of feelings, actions, and the would have, should have, could have, thoughts that plagued you during 2024.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Wellness/Activity Program Disclaimer - All Ages

Disclaimer(s)

By registering, you agree to our library code of conduct and understand that no conduct is permitted that may reasonably be expected to create a disturbance or otherwise interfere with the safe use and enjoyment of the library and program by others. All times are listed in Central time.

Physical Activity

By enrolling in this class, you affirm that you and/or your child are physically capable and willing to participate, understanding that any physical activity may carry a risk of injury. Participants of all ages may take breaks as needed during the session. It is your responsibility to consult with a healthcare professional regarding any past or present injuries, illnesses, health conditions, or medications that may affect your participation.

By participating, you acknowledge and accept all risks associated with such activities, assuming responsibility for any resulting injuries or illnesses. The Mokena Community Public Library, along with its officers, employees, trustees, and agents, shall not be held liable for any claims, suits, or damages arising from participation in these activities, and you agree to release them from any such liability.