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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

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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.

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Time	Tue (6/24)	Wed (6/25)	Thu (6/26)	Fri (6/27)
All Day	This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group SENSORY Take and Make Ocean animals craft. 06/24/2025 @ 9:00am–06/27/2025 @ 9:00am Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Neurodiversity Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Mokena Public Library Age Group: Preschool, Grades K - 2nd, Neurodiversity Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory, Take & Make Crafts Registration Required
10 am		This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group (Ages 0-5) Outdoor Finger Painting: Jellyfish Windsock 10:00am–10:45am Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Arts & Crafts, Finger Painting Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Closed 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 Registration Required Event Details: Get ready to get messy and creative! Little ones are invited to join us outside for some colorful summer fun as we finger paint and design our very own jellyfish windsocks. A perfect blend of imagination, art, and sunshine! 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.	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 (Age: Babies-2nd Gr.) Outdoor Storytime on the Lawn 10:00am–10:45am Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K - 2nd Arts & Crafts, Storytime Closed Registration Required 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 Closed 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, Grades K - 2nd Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Come join our Children's Librarians for a fun Outdoor Storytime on the Lawn. We will read a story or two. We will sing and dance in-between our stories. 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.	This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group (Ages 0-5) Children's Make & Take: Ocean Crafts! 10:00am–10:45am Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Arts & Crafts Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Closed 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 Registration Required Event Details: Splash into summer with ocean-themed crafts perfect for little ones! Create and take home your own ocean creature friend. We'll provide all of the supplies, just bring your imagination and get ready for some under-the-sea fun! 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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1 pm		This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group (Gr. K-5th) Beach Party! 1:00pm–2:00pm Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th Arts & Crafts, Games, Music Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group Closed 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, Games, Music Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate summer with a splash at our Beach Party just for kids! Join us for tropical tunes, tasty snacks, beachy crafts, and fun games. 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.		This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group (Gr. K-5th) Fintastic Fun: Shark Latch Hook Craft & Games 1:00pm–2:00pm Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th Arts & Crafts, Games Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group Closed 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, Games Registration Required Event Details: Gear up for Shark Week with a fin-tastic summer program! Create your own shark-themed latch hook craft to take home, then dive into some ocean-sized fun with games like Sharks and Minnows. It's sure to be a jaw-some time! 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.
2 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Stitch Fix: Fiber Arts Group 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Adults" group 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.
3 pm	This event is in the "Junior High" group Jr. High: Godzilla Chia Pet 3:00pm–5:00pm Junior High Arts & Crafts Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Junior High" group Closed 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 Registration Required Event Details: For Grades 6 - 8 Unleash your creativity and watch it grow, literally! In this hands-on craft, participants will receive a Godzilla Chia Pet to paint, seal, and plant. This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group (Gr. K-5th) LED Coral Reef Craft 3:30pm–4:30pm Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th Arts & Crafts Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group Closed 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 Registration Required Event Details: Dive into creativity this summer at the library! Using everyday household materials like egg cartons, tissue paper, pipe cleaners, and white LED tea lights, kids will build their own glowing coral reef masterpieces. 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.	This event is in the "High School" group High School: Decoupage Trinket Box 3:00pm–5:30pm High School Arts & Crafts Closed Registration Required This event is in the "High School" group Closed 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 Registration Required Event Details: Grades 9 - 12

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