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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.

Colorful Notions Painting Contest

Colorful Notions Painting Contest

01/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/15/2026 @ 8:30pm
Mokena Public Library
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start 2026 artistically with our "Colorful Notions" Painting Contest!

We invite you to explore the transformative nature of a new year and to push your creative boundaries!

The theme for the contest, "Colorful Notions," presents ar

picture of various board games

(Gr. K-8th) Board Games & Chess

Wednesday, January 7, 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, 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!

Picture of a colorful BINGO sheet with a star on the free space

(Gr. K-5th) Morning BINGO

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
Library Branch: Mokena Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled Children's BINGO program at the library! 

Northern Lights created with oil pastels

(Gr. K-5th): Fun with Pastels!

Tuesday, January 13, 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, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all artists! Join us for some exploration with chalk pastels. We will provide you with the pastels and other art supplies to create a scene inspired by the northern lights!

Picture of moon and stars for Pajama Storytime

Pajama Storytime: Polar Bear Pajama Party!

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Program Room at Mokena Public Library
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
Registration Required
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