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6th - 12th Grade: Pokémon TCG: Build & Battle Tournament

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For Grades 6 - 12: Limit 12 | * Special Note: This is a 5 hour-long program *

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

For Grades 6 - 12: Limit 12 | * Special Note: This is a 5 hour-long program *

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

(Gr. K-5th): Snow Much Slime Fun! - Clear Snowman Slime

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Slime Club, STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th

Come and join us for some winter fun as we make DIY clear slime! This program may get a little messy, so make sure to wear something you don't mind getting a little slimey... We will provide aprons and gloves for extra coverage.

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

Come and join us for some winter fun as we make DIY clear slime! This program may get a little messy, so make sure to wear something you don't mind getting a little slimey... We will provide aprons and gloves for extra coverage.

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: Wooden 3D Puzzle Rose

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Junior High

For 6th - 8th Grade: Limit 12

Open
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 6th - 8th Grade: Limit 12

This event is in the "High School" group

High School: Clue Conspiracy Board Game

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Games
Age Group:
High School

Grades 9 - 12: Limit 10

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

Grades 9 - 12: Limit 10

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

(Gr. K-5th) Edible Play Dough

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

Here is your opportunity to play with your food! In this program, we will use icing and corn starch to create a dough which you can play with and eat. This program may get a little messy so dress accordingly.

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

Here is your opportunity to play with your food! In this program, we will use icing and corn starch to create a dough which you can play with and eat. This program may get a little messy so dress accordingly.

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: Scented Candle Workshop

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High School

For grades 9 - 12: Limit 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: Limit 12

This event is in the "Junior High" group

Jr. High: Valentine's Day Paper Bouquet Craft

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
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 K - 2nd" group

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

Wednesday, February 4, 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...

Homegrown By: DeAnn Wiley 

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

Homegrown By: DeAnn Wiley 

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) - Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett

Thursday, February 19, 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 3rd - 5th" group
This event is in the "Junior High" group

(Gr. 4th - 8th ) Diamond Art Heart Pendant

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High

For 4th - 8th Grade: Limit 10

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

For 4th - 8th Grade: Limit 10

This event is in the "Junior High" group

Jr. High: Light-Up Window Scene

Tuesday, February 24, 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 "High School" group

High School: Terrarium Plant & Take

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 "Grades 3rd - 5th" group

(Gr. 3rd-5th) Bluestem Book Club - The Double Life of Danny Day

Wednesday, February 25, 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...

The Double Life of Danny Day By: Mike Thayer 

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

The Double Life of Danny Day By: Mike Thayer 

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 Bingo

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Games
Age Group:
Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High

For grades 4th - 8th

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

For grades 4th - 8th

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

Pokémon TCG: Player vs Player Tournament

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
After School, Games
Age Group:
Junior High, High School

For Grades 6 - 12: Limit 12

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

For Grades 6 - 12: Limit 12

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