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This event is in the "Toddlers" group

(Ages 0-2): Baby Storytime

9:30am–10:15am
Babies, Toddlers
Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Join our Children's Librarians for Baby Storytime at the Mokena Library. Come bond with your baby and other families at the library! We will have stations for you to enjoy child-directed play including various board books, sensory play, and art. Our Children's Librarians will also lead us in some stories and music to introduce our littles to Storytime at the library. We look forward to seeing you there! 

This storytime is designed for children birth - 2 years old, but older siblings are welcome to attend along with their families. Older children should be mindful and make space for little ones during the program. Please, only register children birth - 2 years old. 

Registration is required.

Limit: 15 children 

Ages: Birth - 2 years old

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 at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

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.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group

(Ages 0-2): Baby Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Babies, Toddlers
Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Join our Children's Librarians for Baby Storytime at the Mokena Library. Come bond with your baby and other families at the library! We will have stations for you to enjoy child-directed play including various board books, sensory play, and art. Our Children's Librarians will also lead us in some stories and music to introduce our littles to Storytime at the library. We look forward to seeing you there! 

This storytime is designed for children birth - 2 years old, but older siblings are welcome to attend along with their families. Older children should be mindful and make space for little ones during the program. Please, only register children birth - 2 years old. 

Registration is required.

Limit: 15 children 

Ages: Birth - 2 years old

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 at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

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.

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

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

4:15pm–5:00pm
Grades K - 2nd
After School, Arts & Crafts, Book Club
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

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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

(Ages 0-5) Slow Motion Commotion: Toddler Play

9:30am–10:00am
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Sensory
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Sensory
Registration Required

Join us for a fun and active program just for toddlers! Little ones will move, dance, stretch with simple yoga poses, and explore a variety of sensory play. It’s the perfect way for little ones to grow big skills through joyful, hands-on fun. 

Registration is required.

Limit: 15 children 

Ages: 0-5 years old

Please register each child's name only. Please register for only ONE session. Both sessions are the same program set up. Thank you! 

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

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.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

(Ages 0-5) Slow Motion Commotion: Toddler Play

10:15am–10:45am
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Sensory
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Sensory
Registration Required

Join us for a fun and active program just for toddlers! Little ones will move, dance, stretch with simple yoga poses, and explore a variety of sensory play. It’s the perfect way for little ones to grow big skills through joyful, hands-on fun. 

Registration is required.

Limit: 15 children 

Ages: 0-5 years old

Please register each child's name only. Please register for only ONE session. Both sessions are the same program set up. Thank you! 

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

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bloom Art Paint Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required

Join the Mokena Community Public Library District as we welcome back local business Bloom Art Studio. Traci will guide the participants in creating their very own masterpiece! 
 

Space is limited for this program. Please register by calling 708-479-9663 or visit our on-line events calendar at www.mokenalibrary.org.

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.

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 "Preschool" group

(Ages 3-5): Preschool Storytime

9:30am–10:15am
Preschool
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required

Join our Children's Librarians for Storytime at the Mokena Library. We look forward to seeing you there! We will read a story or two, and we will sing and dance. Afterwards, there will be time for each child to make a craft based on the theme of our stories.  

This storytime is designed for children 3 - 5 years old, but younger siblings are welcome to attend along with their families. We will have a tot spot for younger children to play quietly during the program. Craft and activity materials may be reserved for registered children ages 3-5. Please, only register children 3 - 5 years old. 

Registration is required.

Limit: 15 children 

Ages: 3-5 years old

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 at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

(Ages 3-5): Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Preschool
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required

Join our Children's Librarians for Storytime at the Mokena Library. We look forward to seeing you there! We will read a story or two, and we will sing and dance. Afterwards, there will be time for each child to make a craft based on the theme of our stories.  

This storytime is designed for children 3 - 5 years old, but younger siblings are welcome to attend along with their families. We will have a tot spot for younger children to play quietly during the program. Craft and activity materials may be reserved for registered children ages 3-5. Please, only register children 3 - 5 years old. 

Registration is required.

Limit: 15 children 

Ages: 3-5 years old

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 at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.  

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Eddie Korosa and a Valentine's Polka Party

1:00pm–2:00pm
Everyone
Music
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

🎶❤️ Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Eddie Korosa and Polka Fun! ❤️🎶

Disclaimer(s)

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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Ms. Gretel Sings!

9:30am–10:00am
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Music Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Music Class
Registration Required

Join us as we welcome Ms. Gretel to the Mokena Library! Ms. Gretel will be doing three music classes now on MONDAY mornings each month. This new music class is called "Ms. Gretel Sings!" and includes shakers, dancing, singing and bubbles! 

There will be three classes each Monday Ms. Gretel Sings! is here every month: 

Class #1 9:30am - 10:00am 

Class #2 10:00am - 10:30am 

Class #3 10:30am - 11:00am

Registration is required. 

Please register each child's name only. 

Children ages 0 - 5 years old. 

Each class is limited to 15 children. A parent or guardian must be present with the child during the whole class. No exceptions. 

Each class is the same program. Please register for only one class each Monday. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 or email our Children's Librarian at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

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.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Ms. Gretel Sings!

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Music Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Music Class
Registration Required

Join us as we welcome Ms. Gretel to the Mokena Library! Ms. Gretel will be doing three music classes now on MONDAY mornings each month. This new music class is called "Ms. Gretel Sings!" and includes shakers, dancing, singing and bubbles! 

There will be three classes each Monday Ms. Gretel Sings! is here every month: 

Class #1 9:30am - 10:00am 

Class #2 10:00am - 10:30am 

Class #3 10:30am - 11:00am

Registration is required. 

Please register each child's name only. 

Children ages 0 - 5 years old. 

Each class is limited to 15 children. A parent or guardian must be present with the child during the whole class. No exceptions. 

Each class is the same program. Please register for only one class each Monday. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 or email our Children's Librarian at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

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.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Ms. Gretel Sings!

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Music Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Music Class
Registration Required

Join us as we welcome Ms. Gretel to the Mokena Library! Ms. Gretel will be doing three music classes now on MONDAY mornings each month. This new music class is called "Ms. Gretel Sings!" and includes shakers, dancing, singing and bubbles! 

There will be three classes each Monday Ms. Gretel Sings! is here every month: 

Class #1 9:30am - 10:00am 

Class #2 10:00am - 10:30am 

Class #3 10:30am - 11:00am

Registration is required. 

Please register each child's name only. 

Children ages 0 - 5 years old. 

Each class is limited to 15 children. A parent or guardian must be present with the child during the whole class. No exceptions. 

Each class is the same program. Please register for only one class each Monday. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 or email our Children's Librarian at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Take and Plant-Garden Seed Bundle

02/11/2026 @ 9:00am–02/14/2026 @ 5:00pm
Adults
Gardening & Seed Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library
Registration Required
Event Details:

January-March is a great time to begin winter sowing. Register for your garden seed bundle to begin your spring garden planning. Each patron can choose a bundle which will include seeds and a helpful gardening brochure.

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 "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Step Back in Time Adult Book Bag Registration

02/16/2026 @ 9:00am–02/21/2026 @ 4:30pm
Adults
Book Club
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:
Step back in time with our historical fiction book bag! 

Escape cabin fever with a few armchair time travel trips!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Ms. Gretel Sings!

9:30am–10:00am
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Music Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Music Class
Registration Required

Join us as we welcome Ms. Gretel to the Mokena Library! Ms. Gretel will be doing three music classes now on MONDAY mornings each month. This new music class is called "Ms. Gretel Sings!" and includes shakers, dancing, singing and bubbles! 

There will be three classes each Monday Ms. Gretel Sings! is here every month: 

Class #1 9:30am - 10:00am 

Class #2 10:00am - 10:30am 

Class #3 10:30am - 11:00am

Registration is required. 

Please register each child's name only. 

Children ages 0 - 5 years old. 

Each class is limited to 15 children. A parent or guardian must be present with the child during the whole class. No exceptions. 

Each class is the same program. Please register for only one class each Monday. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 or email our Children's Librarian at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

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.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Ms. Gretel Sings!

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Music Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Music Class
Registration Required

Join us as we welcome Ms. Gretel to the Mokena Library! Ms. Gretel will be doing three music classes now on MONDAY mornings each month. This new music class is called "Ms. Gretel Sings!" and includes shakers, dancing, singing and bubbles! 

There will be three classes each Monday Ms. Gretel Sings! is here every month: 

Class #1 9:30am - 10:00am 

Class #2 10:00am - 10:30am 

Class #3 10:30am - 11:00am

Registration is required. 

Please register each child's name only. 

Children ages 0 - 5 years old. 

Each class is limited to 15 children. A parent or guardian must be present with the child during the whole class. No exceptions. 

Each class is the same program. Please register for only one class each Monday. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 or email our Children's Librarian at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

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.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Ms. Gretel Sings!

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Music Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Music Class
Registration Required

Join us as we welcome Ms. Gretel to the Mokena Library! Ms. Gretel will be doing three music classes now on MONDAY mornings each month. This new music class is called "Ms. Gretel Sings!" and includes shakers, dancing, singing and bubbles! 

There will be three classes each Monday Ms. Gretel Sings! is here every month: 

Class #1 9:30am - 10:00am 

Class #2 10:00am - 10:30am 

Class #3 10:30am - 11:00am

Registration is required. 

Please register each child's name only. 

Children ages 0 - 5 years old. 

Each class is limited to 15 children. A parent or guardian must be present with the child during the whole class. No exceptions. 

Each class is the same program. Please register for only one class each Monday. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 or email our Children's Librarian at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Book Discussion Group

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Adult Book Discussion Group began in March 1998.  We remained a small group for a long time, but have picked up more members so we now have a core group of over twenty.  We welcome anyone who wants to join, for one discussion or regu

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters, welcome!  Join others as they work on needle work, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and any other needle work.  Drop in and bring your supplies!  

Also, check out our yarn swap up by the mini-maker space; bring any good-condition yarn you don't need and swap it for something you'll use.  
 

No registration required.  

This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group

DIY Weighted Sock Bunny Plushie: For Ages 14+

2:30pm–3:30pm
High School, Adults, Neurodiversity
Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Workshop
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: High School, Adults, Neurodiversity
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a calming, creativity-centered workshop where participants craft their own weighted lavender-scented sock bunny plushie.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Ms. Gretel Sings!

9:30am–10:00am
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Music Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Music Class
Registration Required

Join us as we welcome Ms. Gretel to the Mokena Library! Ms. Gretel will be doing three music classes now on MONDAY mornings each month. This new music class is called "Ms. Gretel Sings!" and includes shakers, dancing, singing and bubbles! 

There will be three classes each Monday Ms. Gretel Sings! is here every month: 

Class #1 9:30am - 10:00am 

Class #2 10:00am - 10:30am 

Class #3 10:30am - 11:00am

Registration is required. 

Please register each child's name only. 

Children ages 0 - 5 years old. 

Each class is limited to 15 children. A parent or guardian must be present with the child during the whole class. No exceptions. 

Each class is the same program. Please register for only one class each Monday. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 or email our Children's Librarian at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

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.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Ms. Gretel Sings!

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Music Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Music Class
Registration Required

Join us as we welcome Ms. Gretel to the Mokena Library! Ms. Gretel will be doing three music classes now on MONDAY mornings each month. This new music class is called "Ms. Gretel Sings!" and includes shakers, dancing, singing and bubbles! 

There will be three classes each Monday Ms. Gretel Sings! is here every month: 

Class #1 9:30am - 10:00am 

Class #2 10:00am - 10:30am 

Class #3 10:30am - 11:00am

Registration is required. 

Please register each child's name only. 

Children ages 0 - 5 years old. 

Each class is limited to 15 children. A parent or guardian must be present with the child during the whole class. No exceptions. 

Each class is the same program. Please register for only one class each Monday. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 or email our Children's Librarian at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

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.