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This event is in the "Junior High" group.

Jr. High: Dungeons & Dragons

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Junior High
Games
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Junior High
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Are you a fantasy geek? Looking to flex your Improv acting skills?

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

PokΓ©mon B.L.T. (Battle - Learn - Train)

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Junior High, High School
Games
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

PokΓ©mon B.L.T.s are days where participants can hangout, enjoy snacks, play against each other in other in quick pick-up games, learn the game through the PokΓ©mon Battle Academy sets, and staff can approve & log card trades.

Veteran's Day

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

PokΓ©mon B.L.T. (Battle - Learn - Train)

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Junior High, High School
Games
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

PokΓ©mon B.L.T.s are days where participants can hangout, enjoy snacks, play against each other in other in quick pick-up games, learn the game through the PokΓ©mon Battle Academy sets, and staff can approve & log card trades.

This event is in the "Babies" group.
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.

TEA-Rex Party!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Arts & Crafts, Games
Registration
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Someone special is hanging out at the Mokena Library....  It's "Tea"-Rex and he's inviting you to a fun afternoon Tea Party! Join our Prehistoric friend for some refreshments, games, and crafts.

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@mokena.lib.il.us 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.

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

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Grades 3rd - 5th
After School, Book Club, Games
Registration
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Book Club, Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Each month we will read a different Bluestem Award nominated from the 2025 list.  Copies of the book will be available at the 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 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 Children's Librarians, Ms. Emily and Ms. Helen, at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

This month's book: Weird Kid by Greg Van Eekhout 

Summary: 

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@mokena.lib.il.us 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. 

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library
This event is in the "Junior High" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Junior High, High School
Games
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Junior High, High School
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Are you a fantasy geek? Looking to flex your Improv acting skills?

This event is in the "Junior High" group.

Jr. High: Dungeons & Dragons

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Junior High
Games
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Junior High
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Are you a fantasy geek? Looking to flex your Improv acting skills?

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

(Gr. K-5th): Board Games

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
After School, Games
Registration
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Did you get out of school early? Looking for something fun to do with your friends? Then stop by the Mokena Library to play a variety of board games. Have a favorite game? Feel free to bring it with and introduce your friends to something new!

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@mokena.lib.il.us 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.

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.

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

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Grades 3rd - 5th
After School, Book Club, Games
Registration
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Book Club, Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Each month we will read a different Bluestem Award nominated from the 2025 list.  Copies of the book will be available at the 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 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 Children's Librarians, Ms. Emily and Ms. Helen, at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

This month's book: Killer Underwear Invasion!: How to Spot Fake News, Disinformation & Conspiracy Theories by Elise Gravel 

Summary: 

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@mokena.lib.il.us 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. 

Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library
This event is in the "Babies" group.
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.

Noon Year's Eve Party

11:30am - 12:30pm
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Arts & Crafts, Games, Music
Registration
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Celebrate the New Year in style at the Mokena Library! Can't wait until Midnight? Then stop by our Noon Year's Eve party, where we'll count down to Noon instead of Midnight. Come for the countdown and stay for the snacks, crafts and 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@mokena.lib.il.us 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. 

New Year's

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