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Fiero Code Friday

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Upstairs Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Everyone

Ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Upstairs Program Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

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
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Maker Monday: Tinkercad

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

For ages 10 & Older: Limit 14
Project 2

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 10 & Older: Limit 14
Project 2

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

(Gr. K-5th) DIY Fake Snow & Build a Snowman

Tuesday, January 6, 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

Is the weather frightful or delightful? You never know in winter. One thing we do know at the Mokena Library is that we are bringing the snow fun inside! We will use baking soda and shaving cream to create fluffy snow.

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:

Is the weather frightful or delightful? You never know in winter. One thing we do know at the Mokena Library is that we are bringing the snow fun inside! We will use baking soda and shaving cream to create fluffy snow.

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 "Everyone" group

Fiero Code Friday

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Everyone

Ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

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.

Upcoming
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
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Special Maker Monday: Accessibility Aids

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
YA Area at Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Class
Age Group:
Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Neurodiversity, Everyone

For ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Neurodiversity, Everyone
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

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: Dinosaur Air Dry Clay Kit

03/10/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/14/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Sensory, STEAM, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity

An engaging project that brings dinosaurs to life; encourages creativity and fine motor skills.

Kit includes one dinosaur skeleton toy, two air dry clay colors, and one set of eyes. For ages 3+. 

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

An engaging project that brings dinosaurs to life; encourages creativity and fine motor skills.

Kit includes one dinosaur skeleton toy, two air dry clay colors, and one set of eyes. For ages 3+. 

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: Sun Dial Craft Kit

03/24/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/28/2026 @ 5:00pm
Mokena Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Sensory, STEAM, Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Neurodiversity

This educational craft project teaches important concepts like timekeeping, sun positions, and spatial awareness, fostering hands-on learning and problem-solving in a fun, interactive way.

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

This educational craft project teaches important concepts like timekeeping, sun positions, and spatial awareness, fostering hands-on learning and problem-solving in a fun, interactive way.

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:
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: 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.