Mokena Public Library

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Mokena Public Library
11327 195th St
Mokena, IL 60448
United States

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Mon-Thu: 9:00am-9:00pm

Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

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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.

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3 pm			This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group (Gr. K-5th) DIY Fake Snow & Build a Snowman 3:30pm–4:30pm Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th After School, STEAM Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group Upcoming Library Branch: Mokena Public Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th Program Type: After School, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Is the weather frightful or delightful? You never know in winter. One thing we do know at the Mokena Library is that we are bringing the snow fun inside! We will use baking soda and shaving cream to create fluffy snow. 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.	This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group This event is in the "Junior High" group (Gr. K-8th) Board Games & Chess 3:30pm–4:30pm Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High After School, Games Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Grades K - 2nd" group This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group This event is in the "Junior High" group Upcoming Library Branch: Mokena Public Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High Program Type: After School, Games Registration Required Event Details: Looking for something fun to do with your friends afterschool? Then stop by the Mokena Library to play a variety of board games. Have a favorite game? Feel free to bring it with and introduce your friends to something new! 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.	This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group This event is in the "Junior High" group (Gr. 4th-8th): After School Trivia 3:00pm–4:45pm Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High After School, Educational, Games Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Grades 3rd - 5th" group This event is in the "Junior High" group Upcoming Library Branch: Mokena Public Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Grades 3rd - 5th, Junior High Program Type: After School, Educational, Games Registration Required Event Details: For 4th - 8th Grade: Limit 30
4 pm			This event is in the "High School" group High School: Diamond Art Mandala Flower and Sugar Skull Corner Bookmark 4:00pm–5:30pm High School After School, Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "High School" group Upcoming Library Branch: Mokena Public Library Room: Upstairs Program Room Age Group: High School Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: For Grades 9 - 12: Limit 12	This event is in the "Junior High" group Jr. High: Munchkin Deluxe 4:00pm–6:00pm Junior High After School, Games Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Junior High" group Upcoming Library Branch: Mokena Public Library Room: YA Area Age Group: Junior High Program Type: After School, Games Registration Required Event Details: For Grades 6 - 8: Limit 6