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This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culinary, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a culinary journey to the Mediterranean and discover vibrant, healthy dishes inspired by the sun-soaked flavors of the region.

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.

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group

(Gr. K-5th): No Bake Basics

1:00pm–2:00pm
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Culinary
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: Culinary
Registration Required
Event Details:

You might not be allowed to turn on the oven, but that doesn't mean you can't cook! Come to our "No Bake Basics" program and make Oreo dirt cups and some trail mix. Bring your favorite "No Bake" recipe from home to share.

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.

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

Global Taste Testers: A Cultural Celebration

3:00pm–4:00pm
Junior High, High School, Adults, Family
Culinary
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Junior High, High School, Adults, Family
Program Type: Culinary
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with Global Taste Testers: A Cultural Celebration! Families will explore the rich diversity of cultures that shape our nation through fun, hands-on activities and tasty discoveries.

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 "Grades 3rd - 5th" group
This event is in the "Junior High" group

(Gr. 4th-8th) International Snack Tasting Party & Craft

2:00pm–4:00pm
Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High
Arts & Crafts, Culinary
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culinary
Registration Required
Event Details:
FOR 4TH - 8TH GRADE: LIMIT 20
  • PLEASE NOTE: We will be serving snacks during this program.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Classroom Kitchen with Chef Kristyn -Steak House at Home -Virtual Program

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Culinary, Educational
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culinary, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Chef Kristyn in a virtual cooking class - Bring the classic steakhouse experience into your own kitchen with perfectly cooked steak paired with three elevate

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

(Gr. K-5th): Cook-A-Book

1:00pm–2:00pm
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Culinary
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Southeast Lawn
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: Culinary
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ever wonder how to make the food in your favorites books? We can solve at least one mystery during our Cook-A-Book program. We'll be making ice cream in a bag!

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.

Outdoor Program Disclaimer

Plan to be outside for the program you're registering for. We will do the program rain or shine. The program may be moved indoors to our downstairs Program Room. We will watch the weather for any chances of severe weather conditions, if that is the case, you will be notified of cancellation or a rain date rescheduling of this program. 

Dress appropriately for outdoor programs. Please bring your sunscreen. We will have water bottles available as well. 

Independence Day

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

Classroom Kitchen with Chef Kristyn - Southern Shrimp Boil -Virtual Program

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Culinary, Educational
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culinary, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Chef Kristyn in a virtual cooking class - Celebrate summer with a laid-back, flavor-packed shrimp boil featuring bold spices, tender shrimp, and classic accompaniments.

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

(Gr. K-5th): Food Challenge Face Off

3:30pm–4:30pm
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Culinary
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: Culinary
Registration Required
Event Details:

Favorite foods and new treats? Some familiar and some different? Join us on a tasty adventure as we try a variety of foods and rate them. Which will be the ultimate food and win the challenge? Find out at the Food Challenge Face Off!

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.

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 "Adults" group

Classroom Kitchen with Chef Kristyn - Summer Salads -Virtual Program

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Culinary, Educational
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culinary, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Chef Kristyn in a virtual cooking class - These vibrant, fresh salads are perfect for late-summer gatherings while also fitting seamlessly into weeknight dinners and back-to-school lunch prep.

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
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library

Veteran's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library

Thanksgiving Holiday - Closed

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

Christmas

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

New Year's

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