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Take and Plant-Garden Seed Bundle

02/11/2026 @ 9:00am–02/14/2026 @ 5:00pm
Adults
Gardening & Seed Library
Open
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.

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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 "Everyone" group

Seed Library Opening

03/01/2026 @ 9:00am–03/10/2026 @ 9:00pm
Everyone
Gardening & Seed Library
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library
Event Details:

Spring is near and our seed library is stocked with your favorites and new additions too!  Starting March 1st, visit our seed library to jumpstart your garden planning.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Journal Your 2026 Garden Season

03/02/2026 @ 9:00am–03/07/2026 @ 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:

Whether you are a master gardener or a beginner, take your hobby to the next level.  A gardening log and planner can be a useful tool to help you create and maintain a beautiful garden all year long.

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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 "Family" group

Wheatgrass Easter Egg Centerpiece Kit

03/18/2026 @ 9:00am–03/21/2026 @ 5:00pm
Family
Gardening & Seed Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library
Registration Required
Event Details:

Easter is Sunday April 5. Start this project to create a centerpiece that you can customize for the holiday.

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

Selecting Hand Pruners for Home and Garden

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Gardening & Seed Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library
Registration Required
Event Details:

Choose the Right Tool for the Job

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 "Adults" group

Take and Make Fairy Wand Garden Stake

04/01/2026 @ 9:00am–04/04/2026 @ 5:00pm
Adults
Gardening & Seed Library, Take & Make Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library, Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

The take and make Fairy Wand Garden Stake kit includes a 12 inch stainless steel rod, beads, charm, nut and crystal topper, which you can personalize to your own liking.  The Fairy Wand can be used indoors or outdoors.

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) Grass Head Pet

10:00am–10:45am
Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Gardening & Seed Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to make your very own grass head pet. After the program, you'll take your pet home and care for them. Place them in a warm spot, away from direct sunlight.  Within a week you'll see their hair grow.

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.

Spring Holiday

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

Celebrate Earth Day!

9:00am–9:00pm
Everyone
Gardening & Seed Library
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gardening & Seed Library
Event Details:

Earth day is April 22nd.  Stop by the seed library for a Earth Day plantable wildflower seed card.  Each card transforms into a mini garden.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Painted Garden Marker

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Seed Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Seed Library
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for the painted garden marker workshop.  Add some color and fun to your garden, whether it's vegetables, herbs and flowers.  Each patron will have the opportunity to create several garden markers.

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.

Memorial Day

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

Sensory Take & Make: Save The Bees Grow Kit

06/16/2026 @ 9:00am–06/20/2026 @ 5:00pm
Neurodiversity
Educational, Gardening & Seed Library, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts
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 "Adults" group

Bath Salt Workshop

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Seed Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Seed Library
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for the bath salt workshop.  Learn the benefits of the components used to make your own bath salt recipe.  Each patron will be able to create two jars of bath salts with their favorite scent combinations.

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.

Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library

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