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

(Gr. K-5th): Mario Day - Races and Games!

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Games
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th

Join us for a high-speed adventure on National Mario Day! (March 10th - MAR10) Kids will have the chance to race each other on Mario-themed Hot Wheels tracks, inspired by the fun and excitement of the popular Mario games.

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

Join us for a high-speed adventure on National Mario Day! (March 10th - MAR10) Kids will have the chance to race each other on Mario-themed Hot Wheels tracks, inspired by the fun and excitement of the popular Mario games.

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.

Mokena Community Public Library District Card Holder - Priority Registration

Priority registration is available exclusively to Mokena library cardholders 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.

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 "High School" group

High School: Pendant Making

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High School

For grades 9 - 12

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades 9 - 12

This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group

(Gr. K-2nd) My First Book Club - Hamsters Make Terrible Roommates

Wednesday, March 11, 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...

Hamsters Make Terrible Roommates 

By: Cheryl B. Klein 

Open
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

Hamsters Make Terrible Roommates 

By: Cheryl B. Klein 

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
This event is in the "Junior High" group

(Gr. 4th-8th): After School Trivia

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Educational, Games
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High

For 4th - 8th Grade: Limit 30

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High
Program Type: After School, Educational, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

For 4th - 8th Grade: Limit 30

This event is in the "Junior High" group

Jr. High: Lets Play! Betrayal at the House on the Hill

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Games
Age Group:
Junior High

For grades 6 - 8

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High
Program Type: After School, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades 6 - 8

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

(Gr. 3rd-5th) Bluestem Book Club - Legends of Lotus Island

Wednesday, March 18, 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...

Legends of Lotus Island: The Guardian Test 

By: Christina Soontornvat 

Open
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

Legends of Lotus Island: The Guardian Test 

By: Christina Soontornvat 

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 "High School" group

High School Book Club (Book Discussion) - More Than This by Patrick Ness

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Book Club
Age Group:
High School

GRADES 9 - 12: PARTICIPANTS MUST BE REGISTERED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A BOOK & TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BOOK DISCUSSION

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: After School, Book Club
Event Details:

GRADES 9 - 12: PARTICIPANTS MUST BE REGISTERED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A BOOK & TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BOOK DISCUSSION

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

(Gr. K-5th): Yarn Wrapping Egg-Stravaganza!

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 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

Bunnies, and chicks and eggs. Oh my! Join us for an afternoon of fiber arts fun with a variety of yarn wrapping crafts. We will have an assortment of spring-themed yarn crafts to enjoy!

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

Bunnies, and chicks and eggs. Oh my! Join us for an afternoon of fiber arts fun with a variety of yarn wrapping crafts. We will have an assortment of spring-themed yarn crafts to enjoy!

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

(Gr. K-5th): Paint and Plant

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 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

Spring is in the air and the flowers are starting to bloom. Bring some of that color inside with our Paint and Plant program. You'll be able to paint something fun on a flower pot and then plant a flower right away!

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

Spring is in the air and the flowers are starting to bloom. Bring some of that color inside with our Paint and Plant program. You'll be able to paint something fun on a flower pot and then plant a flower right away!

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.

Mokena Community Public Library District Card Holder - Priority Registration

Priority registration is available exclusively to Mokena library cardholders 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.

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 "High School" group

High School: Perpetual Calendar Kit

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High School

For grades 9 - 12

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades 9 - 12

This event is in the "Junior High" group

Jr. High Book Club (Book Discussion) - Eragon by Christopher Paolini

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Book Club
Age Group:
Junior High

GRADES 6 - 8: PARTICIPANTS MUST BE REGISTERED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A BOOK & TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BOOK DISCUSSION

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: Junior High
Program Type: After School, Book Club
Event Details:

GRADES 6 - 8: PARTICIPANTS MUST BE REGISTERED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A BOOK & TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BOOK DISCUSSION

This event is in the "High School" group

High School: Trivia Night

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Educational, Games
Age Group:
High School

For Grades 9 - 12: Limit 20

Think you’ve got the brains and the pop culture chops? Put your knowledge to the test at our High School: Trivia Night.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: High School
Program Type: After School, Educational, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Grades 9 - 12: Limit 20

Think you’ve got the brains and the pop culture chops? Put your knowledge to the test at our High School: Trivia Night.

This event is in the "Junior High" group

Jr. High: Back-Lit Shadow Box - Spring Scene

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Junior High

For Grades 6 - 8

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: Junior High
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Grades 6 - 8

Spring Holiday

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

High School: Needle Felting - Cactus, Mushroom, & Succulents

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High School

For Grades 9 - 12

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

For Grades 9 - 12

This event is in the "High School" group

High School: Laser Cut Bird Lantern

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High School

For Grades 9 - 12

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: High School
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Grades 9 - 12

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

(Gr. K-5th): Random Craft Day!

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 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

Let's get crafty! We will be offering a variety of leftover crafts from some of the Children's Department programs. We will also bring out watercolor pencils to create some fun artwork.

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

Let's get crafty! We will be offering a variety of leftover crafts from some of the Children's Department programs. We will also bring out watercolor pencils to create some fun artwork.

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 K - 2nd" group

(Gr. K-2nd) My First Book Club - Home Is Calling

Wednesday, April 22, 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...

Home Is Calling: The Journey of the Monarch Butterfly 

By: Katherine Pryor 

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

Home Is Calling: The Journey of the Monarch Butterfly 

By: Katherine Pryor 

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 "Junior High" group

Jr. High Book Club (Book Discussion) - Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Book Club
Age Group:
Junior High

GRADES 6 - 8: PARTICIPANTS MUST BE REGISTERED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A BOOK & TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BOOK DISCUSSION

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: Junior High
Program Type: After School, Book Club
Event Details:

GRADES 6 - 8: PARTICIPANTS MUST BE REGISTERED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A BOOK & TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BOOK DISCUSSION

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

(Gr. K-5th) DIY Candle Making Craft for Mother's Day

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 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

Get ready to mix, match, and make something awesome at our Scented Candle Workshop for Mother's Day. Each participant will create their own custom candle using a selection of scents and different dye colors.

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

Get ready to mix, match, and make something awesome at our Scented Candle Workshop for Mother's Day. Each participant will create their own custom candle using a selection of scents and different dye colors.

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.

Mokena Community Public Library District Card Holder - Priority Registration

Priority registration is available exclusively to Mokena library cardholders 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.

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 "Junior High" group

Jr. High: DIY Scented Wax Cubes & Custom Ceramic Wax Warmer

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Junior High

For Grades 6 - 8

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: Junior High
Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Grades 6 - 8

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

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

Wednesday, April 29, 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...

Good Different 

By: Meg Eden Kuyatt 

A Schneider Family Book Award Honor Book

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

Good Different 

By: Meg Eden Kuyatt 

A Schneider Family Book Award Honor Book

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 K - 2nd" group

(Gr. K-2nd) My First Book Club - The World's Best Class Plant

Wednesday, May 6, 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 World's Best Class Plant 

By: Liz Garton Scanlon and Audrey Vernick 

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 World's Best Class Plant 

By: Liz Garton Scanlon and Audrey Vernick 

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.

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.

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

(Gr. 3rd-5th) Bluestem Book Club - Millionaires for the Month

Wednesday, May 20, 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...

Millionaires for the Month

By: Stacy McAnulty 

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

Millionaires for the Month

By: Stacy McAnulty 

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.