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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

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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.

Colorful Notions Painting Contest

01/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/15/2026 @ 8:30pm

Mokena Public Library

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Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

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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 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

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Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th

Program Type: Games

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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

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Library Branch: Mokena Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Grades K - 2nd, Grades 3rd - 5th

Program Type: After School, Arts & Crafts

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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!