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This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool
Arts & Crafts,
Finger Painting
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Jun
11
2025
Wed
(Ages 0-5) Outdoor Finger Painting: Camp Collage
10:00am–10:45am
Arts & Crafts,
Finger Painting
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Southeast Lawn
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Finger Painting
Event Details:
Get ready to get messy and creative at the library! Little ones are invited to explore painting and hands-on fun during our Outdoor Finger Painting program.
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Jun
13
2025
Fri
(Ages 0-5) Make & Take Crafts: Father's Day!
10:00am–10:45am
Arts & Crafts
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Father’s Day Fun for Little Ones!
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jun
10
2025
Tue
Adult Crafternoon: Crochet for Beginners Class
12:30pm–2:30pm
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Event Details:
Ever wanted to learn how to crochet? Join us for an introduction into the basic crochet stitches with tips and techniques from an expert! Learn basic pattern reading and crochet symbolling. Yarn and hooks will be included.
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.
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This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group
Jun
13
2025
Fri
(Gr. K-5th) Father's Day Creation Stations
1:00pm–2:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Celebrate Father’s Day at the 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.
Registration Required for Children's Programs (K-5th)
Registration is required. Limit: 30 children Grades: K - 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 Youth Services Librarians at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jun
13
2025
Fri
Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group
2:00pm–3:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
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.
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This event is in the "Junior High" group
Junior High
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Junior High" group
Jun
10
2025
Tue
Jr. High: Create Your Own Perler Design
3:00pm–5:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Upstairs Program Room
Age Group:
Junior High
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
In this craft, participants will bring their imagination to life using Perler beads. Before the program, you'll use a template grid to map out your masterpiece, whether it’s a favorite character, a unique pattern, or an abstract work of art.
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group
Jun
10
2025
Tue
(Gr. K-5th) Let's Go Glamping!
3:30pm–4:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Step into enchantment at our Glamping Party! We will have cozy stations, adorned with twinkly fairy lights as our glampers craft beaded friendship bracelets, indulge in nail art, and decorate sugar cookies.
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.
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This event is in the "High School" group
High School
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "High School" group
Jun
11
2025
Wed
High School: Custom Sticker Craft & Free Water Bottle
3:00pm–4:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Upstairs Program Room
Age Group:
High School
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Express yourself with custom stickers!
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This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group
Grades K - 2nd
Arts & Crafts,
Book Club
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group
Jun
11
2025
Wed
(Gr. K-2nd) My First Book Club at the Hickory Creek Preserve!
4:15pm–5:00pm
Arts & Crafts,
Book Club
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Grades K - 2nd
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Book Club
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.
Calling all little explorers! Join us for a magical summer edition of My First Book Club at Hickory Creek Preserve!
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.
Waiver Required
This program will require a signed waiver to participate. Please print out or visit the library to pick one up. Turn in completed waiver to the library prior to program start. Waivers can be found here.
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This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Family
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group
This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jun
10
2025
Tue
Family Campfire Pajama Storytime
6:30pm–7:15pm
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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
Event Details:
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 Youth Services Librarians at youthservices@mokenalibrary.org.
Join us at the Mokena Library for a very special "Campfire" Pajama Storytime! We will be making a fun camping themed crafts. We will also have a special s'mores snack to go along with the theme of the night.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Cancelled
Adults
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jun
12
2025
Thu
Cancelled
Adult Craft Night - Flamingo Button Craft
6:00pm–8:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us for a relaxing and creative evening as we bring a touch of tropical fun to your home decor! In this adult craft program, participants will design a charming flamingo using colorful buttons on canvas.
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.
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