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Sensory Take & Make: Vehicle Lacing Cards

04/21/2026 @ 9:00am to 04/25/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity

These lacing cards are designed to develop lacing and sewing skills, children can get diverse skills while they play the cards.

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

These lacing cards are designed to develop lacing and sewing skills, children can get diverse skills while they play the cards.

This event is in the "Adults" group

May Day Basket Kit - Take and Make

04/24/2026 @ 9:00am to 04/30/2026 @ 8:30pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome in May with a May Day Basket!

This year celebrate May Day by making a basket for a loved one (or for yourself)! Our kit comes with everything you need to create a beautiful, paper, May Day basket. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome in May with a May Day Basket!

This year celebrate May Day by making a basket for a loved one (or for yourself)! Our kit comes with everything you need to create a beautiful, paper, May Day basket. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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

Mother's Day 3D flower puzzle

05/04/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/09/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Mother's Day is celebrated Sunday May 10th this year. Register for a 3D flower puzzle to treat yourself or assemble the puzzle to give to your special someone....MOM. Registration required, one kit per patron.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mother's Day is celebrated Sunday May 10th this year. Register for a 3D flower puzzle to treat yourself or assemble the puzzle to give to your special someone....MOM. Registration required, one kit per patron.

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

Sensory Take & Make: DIY Toy Wood Boat Craft Kits

05/05/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/09/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, STEAM, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High, Neurodiversity

A S.T.E.A.M. craft kit for kids to stimulate imagination and strengthen hands-on ability.

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

A S.T.E.A.M. craft kit for kids to stimulate imagination and strengthen hands-on ability.

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
This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: “Dot It” Animals Craft

05/19/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/23/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity

"Dot it!" is a sticker art activity designed to build fine motor skills, creative thinking, spatial reasoning, and focus skills. Each person will receive a kit that includes 5 animals to complete with 250+ dot stickers. For children ages 3+.

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

"Dot it!" is a sticker art activity designed to build fine motor skills, creative thinking, spatial reasoning, and focus skills. Each person will receive a kit that includes 5 animals to complete with 250+ dot stickers. For children ages 3+.

Memorial Day

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

Sensory Take & Make: DIY Summer Foam Bookmarks

06/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 06/06/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Neurodiversity

These cute and whimsical bookmarks craft kits provide a delightful and educational activity, nurturing creativity and fine motor skills. Kids of all ages will have a great time making these colorful fun-filled bookmarks.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Neurodiversity
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

These cute and whimsical bookmarks craft kits provide a delightful and educational activity, nurturing creativity and fine motor skills. Kids of all ages will have a great time making these colorful fun-filled bookmarks.

This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group

Sensory Take & Make: Save The Bees Grow Kit

06/16/2026 @ 9:00am to 06/20/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Gardening & Seed Library, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Neurodiversity

Includes biodegradable mini pots, nutrient-rich coconut husk growing medium, and pollinator-friendly wildflower seed packets with easy-to-follow planting instructions.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Neurodiversity
Program Type: Educational, Gardening & Seed Library, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Includes biodegradable mini pots, nutrient-rich coconut husk growing medium, and pollinator-friendly wildflower seed packets with easy-to-follow planting instructions.

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

(Gr. K-5th): Take and Make - Dinosaur Terrarium

06/17/2026 @ 1:00pm to 06/20/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th

Travel back in time with this fun dinosaur terrarium kit and create a dino-mite world. This terrarium kit comes in a glass jar with a cork lid and includes everything kids need to build their own terrarium.

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

Travel back in time with this fun dinosaur terrarium kit and create a dino-mite world. This terrarium kit comes in a glass jar with a cork lid and includes everything kids need to build their own terrarium.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Butterfly House Take and Make kit

06/22/2026 @ 9:00am to 06/27/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Seed Library, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Family, Everyone

Pollinator Week is June 22nd-28th.  This is an annual celebration in support of pollinator health that was initiated and is managed by the Pollinator Partnership. Register for your own butterfly house take and make kit.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pollinator Week is June 22nd-28th.  This is an annual celebration in support of pollinator health that was initiated and is managed by the Pollinator Partnership. Register for your own butterfly house take and make kit.

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 "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 "Everyone" group

Sun Print Take and Make Kit

07/01/2026 @ 9:00am to 07/03/2026 @ 9:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Seed Library, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Creating solar prints onto cyanotype paper is a simple and interesting process for all ages to enjoy.  Each kit will include 5 sheets of cyanotype papers, acrylic sheet and instructions.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Creating solar prints onto cyanotype paper is a simple and interesting process for all ages to enjoy.  Each kit will include 5 sheets of cyanotype papers, acrylic sheet and instructions.

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.

Independence Day

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

Sensory Take & Make: Mini Flowers Building Blocks Set

07/14/2026 @ 9:00am to 07/18/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Neurodiversity

This flower mini blocks building sets allow for endless possibilities, providing a fun and educational activity that inspires artistic expression and hands-on play, kids won't get bored with hands-on building toy that inspires creativity.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Neurodiversity
Program Type: Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This flower mini blocks building sets allow for endless possibilities, providing a fun and educational activity that inspires artistic expression and hands-on play, kids won't get bored with hands-on building toy that inspires creativity.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Take and Make Natural Beeswax Candle Kit

08/17/2026 @ 9:00am to 08/22/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Seed Library, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

National Honey Bee Day is August 15th.  Register today for a take and make beeswax candle kit (one candle only).

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

National Honey Bee Day is August 15th.  Register today for a take and make beeswax candle kit (one candle only).

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.

Labor Day

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library

Veteran's Day

All Day
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library

Thanksgiving Holiday - Closed

All Day 11/26 - 11/27
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library

Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Mokena Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library

New Year's

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