Upcoming Events

Name: (Gr. K-8th) Peeps Diorama Contest
Start: 2025-03-24
End: 2025-04-12
Location: Mokena Public Library

Featured Events

Picture of a Harry Potter Quidditch Game using marshmallow Peeps

(Gr. K-8th) Peeps Diorama Contest

All Day 3/24 - 4/12

Mokena Public Library

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Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Calling all PEEP-le! It’s that time of year again! Our Peep Diorama Contest will run from Monday, March 24th - Saturday, April 12th.

Picture of a spring banner with different colored flowers and bees buzzing around

Children's Scavenger Hunt - Spring Egg-stravaganza Week

All Day 3/31 - 4/5

Mokena Public Library

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Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th

Program Type: Scavenger Hunt

Event Details:

Stop by the Mokena Library to do this month's Scavenger Hunt! This month's theme is Spring Egg-stravaganza Week.

Picture of the robot from the movie, "The Wild Robot."

Children's Afternoon Movie - The Wild Robot

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Program Room at Mokena Public Library

Open

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Family

Program Type: Movie

Required

Seats Remaining: 41

Event Details:

Join us during spring break for a fun afternoon movie at the Mokena Library!

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.

Picture of the theme of this year's ALA National Library Week - "Drawn to the Library" with cartoon graphic novel style images

Children's Scavenger Hunt - National Library Week "Drawn to the Library!"

All Day 4/7 - 4/12

Mokena Public Library

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Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th

Program Type: Scavenger Hunt

Event Details:

Stop by the Mokena Library to do this month's Scavenger Hunt! This month's theme is National Library Week.

Pajama Storytime

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Program Room at Mokena Public Library

Open

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Family

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Pajama Storytime will be every second Tuesday evening of the month, where our Children’s Librarians will read a few stories centered around a new theme each month. We will also do a fun activity/craft and watch a short video while having a snack. Bring the whole family for a fun evening Storytime! Come dressed in your pajamas and bring your stuffed animal friends, if you would like.

Registration is required.

Limit: 30 children

Ages: Infant - 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 at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendance Policy for Children's Programs

Snacks Provided during Children's Programs

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

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Program Room at Mokena Public Library

Open

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Grades K - 2nd

Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts, Book Club

Required

Seats Remaining: 7

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 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 Children's Librarians, Ms. Emily and Ms. Helen, at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.

From writer Stacy McAnulty and illustrator David Litchfield, Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth is a nonfiction picture book about the Earth, told from the perspective of Earth herself.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendance Policy for Children's Programs

Snacks Provided during Children's Programs

Adult Coloring Party

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Program Room at Mokena Public Library

Open

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Required

Seats Remaining: 9

Event Details:

No Worries, No Kids, Just Coloring...and Snacks!

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Medicare and Social Security basics presented by The Society of Financial Awareness

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Adults

Educational, Health & Wellness

Open

Registration

Open

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 47

Event Details:

Planning for retirement? Join us for an informative session on Social Security & Medicare Basics to help you navigate key decisions for your financial future!

Weiss Financial Ratings Online Database Program

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Adults

Educational, Outreach, Workshop

Open

Registration

Open

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational, Outreach, Workshop

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 50

Event Details:

Learn how to use Weiss Financial ratings to help navigate your financial horizon and it’s all free because Mokena Public Library Subscribes to this valuable resource.

(Gr. 4th-8th): After School Trivia

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High

After School, Educational, Games

Registration

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High

Program Type: After School, Educational, Games

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 30

Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to be crowned the ultimate trivia champ? Gather your wits and join us for After School Trivia, where 4th – 8th graders will go head-to-head to see who has the brawniest brain of all!

Spring Holiday

All Day

Closing

Branches:

Mokena Public Library

Light and Bright Spring Dinners with Classroom Kitchen - Virtual

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Adults

Culinary, Educational

Open

Registration

Open

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Culinary, Educational

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 50

Event Details:

Join us for a cozy cooking class from the comfort of your own home as you cook along with Chef Kristyn Slick. Enjoy easy, quick, and flavorful dinners perfect for springtime evenings.

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.

Medicare and Social Security basics presented by The Society of Financial Awareness

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Adults

Educational, Health & Wellness

Registration

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 50

Event Details:

Planning for retirement? Join us for an informative session on Social Security & Medicare Basics to help you navigate key decisions for your financial future!

One-On-One Technology Help

10:00am - 11:00am

Adults

Educational, Technology Class, Workshop

Registration

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Study Room 1

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational, Technology Class, Workshop

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 1

One on one meeting with a librarian to review basic technology skills. We can go over computer, internet, iphone help, how to access and use the library's digital material (such as Hoopla) or learn more about our library databases.

Just a reminder the appointment is for one hour only. Be sure to fill out the questionnaire so the librarian can be prepared.

June Cleaver Portrayal presented by Michelle Gibbons

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Adults

Educational, Performance

Registration

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational, Performance

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 98

Event Details:

Celebrate Mother’s Day this May by stepping into the enchanting world of nostalgia as we welcome a beloved television icon, June Cleaver. She’s not just an ordinary visitor—she’s arriving in all her pearls, an impeccable dress, and

Disclaimer(s)

Program Attendance Policy

Please arrive on time for the program. If you are unable to attend the program, please cancel at least 24 hours before the program begins, by emailing programs@mokena.lib.il.us or calling the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 and canceling with a librarian. You can also cancel through our Events calendar. After 3 times of being marked absent without cancellation, we will be moving future registrations to the waitlist. This is to accommodate as many patrons as possible due to limited space and popularity of our programs.

Memorial Day

All Day

Closing

Branches:

Mokena Public Library

One-On-One Technology Help

10:00am - 11:00am

Adults

Educational, Technology Class, Workshop

Registration

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Study Room 1

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational, Technology Class, Workshop

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 1

Just a reminder the appointment is for one hour only. Be sure to fill out the questionnaire so the librarian can be prepared.

One-On-One Technology Help

10:00am - 11:00am

Adults

Educational, Technology Class, Workshop

Registration

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Study Room 1

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational, Technology Class, Workshop

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 1

Just a reminder the appointment is for one hour only. Be sure to fill out the questionnaire so the librarian can be prepared.

Independence Day

All Day

Closing

Branches:

Mokena Public Library

One-On-One Technology Help

10:00am - 11:00am

Adults

Educational, Technology Class, Workshop

Registration

Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Study Room 1

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational, Technology Class, Workshop

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 1

Just a reminder the appointment is for one hour only. Be sure to fill out the questionnaire so the librarian can be prepared.

Labor Day

All Day

Closing

Branches:

Mokena Public Library

Thanksgiving

All Day 10/27 - 10/28

Closing

Branches:

Mokena Public Library

Veteran's Day

All Day

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

Upcoming Events

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Disclaimer(s)

Attendance Policy for Children's Programs

Snacks Provided during Children's Programs

Disclaimer(s)

Attendance Policy for Children's Programs

Snacks Provided during Children's Programs

Disclaimer(s)

Attendance Policy for Children's Programs

Snacks Provided during Children's Programs

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