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Picture of the Winter Reading Challenge Banner with a mouse and Benny the Beanstack Bean reading in front of a fire place

Winter Reading Program 2026 - Read with Benny & Friends

All Day 12/19 - 2/28
Mokena Public Library
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Neurodiversity, Everyone
Event Details:

As we near the start of the new year with fresh resolutions, we remind readers that, while the journey of reading is fun and rewarding for all ages, it is even more enjoyable when you share that journey with a friend or loved one.

Snowman Slime!

(Gr. K-5th): Snow Much Slime Fun! - Clear Snowman Slime

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: After School, Slime Club, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and join us for some winter fun as we make DIY clear slime! This program may get a little messy, so make sure to wear something you don't mind getting a little slimey... We will provide aprons and gloves for extra coverage.

Owl sitting on top of colorful books and a coffee mug

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:30pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

9:30am - 10:00am Members only
10:00am - 5:30pm Open to the public

Step Back in Time Book Bag

Step Back in Time Adult Book Bag Registration

02/16/2026 @ 9:00am to 02/21/2026 @ 4:30pm
Mokena Public Library
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!

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One-On-One Technology Help

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Educational, Technology Class, Workshop
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required

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.

Special Maker Monday: Accessibility Aids

4:00pm–5:00pm
Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Neurodiversity, Everyone
STEAM, Technology Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: YA Area
Age Group: Junior High, High School, Adults, Family, Neurodiversity, Everyone
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 10 & Older: Limit 14

One-on-One Technology

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required

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.

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.

iPhone Basics

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Educational, Technology Class, Workshop
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required

Have you had questions about the iPhone? What questions would you like to know about? Come in for an hour long session and get your questions answered about the iPhone. Please come with specific questions that you would like to learn about.  

One-On-One Technology Help

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Educational, Technology Class, Workshop
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required

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.

One-on-One Technology Help

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required

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.

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.

iPhone Basics

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Educational, Technology Class, Workshop
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required

Have you had questions about the iPhone? What questions would you like to know about? Come in for an hour long session and get your questions answered about the iPhone. Please come with specific questions that you would like to learn about.  

One-On-One Technology Help

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Educational, Technology Class, Workshop
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required

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.

Spring Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Mokena Public Library

One-on-One Technology Help

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required

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.

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.

One-on-One Technology Help

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required

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.

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

One-on-One Technology Help

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required

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.

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.

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