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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 "Junior High" group
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Junior High
Arts & Crafts,
Holiday program
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 "Junior High" group
Nov-Dec
12
2025
(Gr. K-8th) "Winter Wonderland" Duck Diorama Contest
All Day
11/12–12/12
Arts & Crafts,
Holiday program
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Junior High
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Holiday program
Event Details:
Join us in our first “Winter Wonderland” duck diorama contest. You can find inspiration wherever you’d like: a cartoon, a book, a comic, a movie, a song, or even real life.
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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
Holiday program
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
Elf on the Shelf Library Display Raffle - Week 2: The Elf on the Shelf SnoBiggie Little Grunt Yeti
All Day
12/8–12/13
Holiday program
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Family
Program Type:
Holiday program
Event Details:
Two very special visitors have arrived at the Mokena Public Library!
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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
Music Class
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Ms. Gretel Sings!
9:30am–10:00am
Music Class
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:
Music Class
Join us as we welcome Ms. Gretel to the Mokena Library! Ms. Gretel will be doing three music classes now on MONDAY mornings each month. This new music class is called "Ms. Gretel Sings!" and includes shakers, dancing, singing and bubbles! There will be three classes each Monday Ms. Gretel Sings! is here every month: Class #1 9:30am - 10:00am Class #2 10:00am - 10:30am Class #3 10:30am - 11:00am Registration is required. Please register each child's name only. Children ages 0 - 5 years old. Each class is limited to 15 children. A parent or guardian must be present with the child during the whole class. No exceptions. Each class is the same program. Please register for only one class each Monday. If you have any questions, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 or email our Children's Librarian at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.
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.
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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Babies,
Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
(Ages 0-2): Baby Storytime
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
Join our Children's Librarians for Baby Storytime at the Mokena Library. Come bond with your baby and other families at the library! We will have stations for you to enjoy child-directed play including various board books, sensory play, and art. Our Children's Librarians will also lead us in some stories and music to introduce our littles to Storytime at the library. We look forward to seeing you there! This storytime is designed for children birth - 2 years old, but older siblings are welcome to attend along with their families. Older children should be mindful and make space for little ones during the program. Please, only register children birth - 2 years old. Registration is required. Limit: 15 children Ages: Birth - 2 years old 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 Children's Librarians at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.
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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool
Music Class
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Ms. Gretel Sings!
10:00am–10:30am
Music Class
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:
Music Class
Join us as we welcome Ms. Gretel to the Mokena Library! Ms. Gretel will be doing three music classes now on MONDAY mornings each month. This new music class is called "Ms. Gretel Sings!" and includes shakers, dancing, singing and bubbles! There will be three classes each Monday Ms. Gretel Sings! is here every month: Class #1 9:30am - 10:00am Class #2 10:00am - 10:30am Class #3 10:30am - 11:00am Registration is required. Please register each child's name only. Children ages 0 - 5 years old. Each class is limited to 15 children. A parent or guardian must be present with the child during the whole class. No exceptions. Each class is the same program. Please register for only one class each Monday. If you have any questions, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 or email our Children's Librarian at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.
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.
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.
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool
Music Class
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Ms. Gretel Sings!
10:30am–11:00am
Music Class
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:
Music Class
Join us as we welcome Ms. Gretel to the Mokena Library! Ms. Gretel will be doing three music classes now on MONDAY mornings each month. This new music class is called "Ms. Gretel Sings!" and includes shakers, dancing, singing and bubbles! There will be three classes each Monday Ms. Gretel Sings! is here every month: Class #1 9:30am - 10:00am Class #2 10:00am - 10:30am Class #3 10:30am - 11:00am Registration is required. Please register each child's name only. Children ages 0 - 5 years old. Each class is limited to 15 children. A parent or guardian must be present with the child during the whole class. No exceptions. Each class is the same program. Please register for only one class each Monday. If you have any questions, please contact the Mokena Library at 708-479-9663 or email our Children's Librarian at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.
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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Babies,
Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
(Ages 0-2): Baby Storytime
10:30am–11:15am
Storytime
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
Join our Children's Librarians for Baby Storytime at the Mokena Library. Come bond with your baby and other families at the library! We will have stations for you to enjoy child-directed play including various board books, sensory play, and art. Our Children's Librarians will also lead us in some stories and music to introduce our littles to Storytime at the library. We look forward to seeing you there! This storytime is designed for children birth - 2 years old, but older siblings are welcome to attend along with their families. Older children should be mindful and make space for little ones during the program. Please, only register children birth - 2 years old. Registration is required. Limit: 15 children Ages: Birth - 2 years old 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 Children's Librarians at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.
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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool
Finger Painting
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Children's Finger Painting
10:00am–10:15am
Finger Painting
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Finger Painting
Join our Children's Librarians for our fun Finger Painting program here at the Mokena Library. Come prepared to get messy and be creative! Each Finger Painting, we will have a new theme to guide our painting time together. We will provide all of the painting materials and a disposable smock for each child. Each week we will create an arts and crafts project, exploring different sensory techniques, like finger painting, water colors, shaving cream, play dough, salt painting, marble painting, etc. Session #1 10:00am - 10:15am Session #2 10:30am - 10:45am Registration is required. Each Finger Painting session is the same craft. Please register for only ONE (1) session. Thank you! Limit: 15 children per session Ages: Infant - 5 years old 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 Children's Librarians at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.
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
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool
Finger Painting
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Children's Finger Painting
10:30am–10:45am
Finger Painting
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Finger Painting
Join our Children's Librarians for our fun Finger Painting program here at the Mokena Library. Come prepared to get messy and be creative! Each Finger Painting, we will have a new theme to guide our painting time together. We will provide all of the painting materials and a disposable smock for each child. Each week we will create an arts and crafts project, exploring different sensory techniques, like finger painting, water colors, shaving cream, play dough, salt painting, marble painting, etc. Session #1 10:00am - 10:15am Session #2 10:30am - 10:45am Registration is required. Each Finger Painting session is the same craft. Please register for only ONE (1) session. Thank you! Limit: 15 children per session Ages: Infant - 5 years old 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 Children's Librarians at youthservices@mokena.lib.il.us.
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 "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 "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Junior High,
High School,
Adults,
Family,
Neurodiversity,
Everyone
Holiday program,
Library Party,
Sensory
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 "Junior High" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Sensory-Friendly Hour - Winter Holiday Party
12:00pm–1:00pm
Holiday program,
Library Party,
Sensory
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Junior High,
High School,
Adults,
Family,
Neurodiversity,
Everyone
Program Type:
Holiday program,
Library Party,
Sensory
Event Details:
Join us before the main even for a calm and welcoming Sensory-Friendly Winter Holiday Hour designed especially for individuals of all ages who prefer a quieter, low-sensory environment.
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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 "Junior High" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Junior High,
Family,
Everyone
Holiday program,
Library Party
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 "Junior High" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Winter Holiday Party
1:00pm–3:00pm
Holiday program,
Library Party
Library Branch:
Mokena Public Library
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Junior High,
Family,
Everyone
Program Type:
Holiday program,
Library Party
Event Details:
Celebrate the magic of the season at our Winter Holiday Party! Join us for an afternoon of festive fun. Families and friends of all ages are invited to share in the joy as we decorate, create, and celebrate together.
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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
Holiday program,
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
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Pajama Storytime with Santa (Session #1)
6:00pm–6:30pm
Holiday program,
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:
Holiday program,
Storytime
Event Details:
We are excited to welcome a special guest to our Pajama Storytime, Santa Claus! Santa will read us a story or two. There will be time for families to take pictures with Santa after 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.
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
Holiday program,
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
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Pajama Storytime with Santa (Session #2)
6:30pm–7:00pm
Holiday program,
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:
Holiday program,
Storytime
Event Details:
We are excited to welcome a special guest to our Pajama Storytime, Santa Claus! Santa will read us a story or two. There will be time for families to take pictures with Santa after 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.
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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
This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Grades K - 2nd,
Grades 3rd - 5th,
Family,
Neurodiversity
Holiday program,
Sensory,
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
This event is in the "Neurodiversity" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Pajama Storytime with Santa (Session #3)
7:00pm–7:30pm
Holiday program,
Sensory,
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,
Neurodiversity
Program Type:
Holiday program,
Sensory,
Storytime
Event Details:
This session is open to everyone no matter the ability level! Feel free to register today!
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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