We’ll share stories, rhymes, music, and other activities you and your toddler can enjoy together. Please, call and cancel if you are unable to attend. Failure to cancel programs may result in being added to the waiting list for future programs. Those who arrive 10 minutes or more after the start of a program may […]
Join us at EPIC Graphic Novel Club as we discuss Doodleville by Chad Sell, immerse ourselves in artwork, and create our own Doodles to take on adventures with us. Please, call and cancel if you are unable to attend. Failure to cancel programs may result in being added to the waiting list for future programs. […]
YA book lovers, join us on March 21, 2023, for our March 2023 meeting at 6 pm. We will be discussing the book The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton. If you have any questions, please feel free to email Cassandra at coconnell@cretelibrary.org. You may also visit the group’s Young Adult (for Adults) Book Club Facebook page.
Join us to hear true stories of Houdini - the American self-liberator, Europe’s eclipsing sensation, the world’s handcuff king, exposer of fraud, original prison breaker, and master magician. Even today, he is an inspiration to generations of children who dare to dream of the impossible. Presenter William Pack will go beyond the myth and bring […]
During this independent storytime experience, your child will enjoy spending time with other preschoolers while listening to stories, songs, fingerplays, games, and learning stations. Please, call and cancel if you are unable to attend. Failure to cancel programs may result in being added to the waiting list for future programs. Those who arrive 10 minutes […]
Enjoy watching The Banshees of Inisherin on the Library's big screen with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie. Please note films often have an "R" rating. For the latest information, visit the Film Club's blog, Through a Lens Darkly.
Join us as we get creative with color. We’ll become color chemists as we mix, drop, and fizz colors to see what rainbows we can create! As we mix, we’ll explore why oil and water don’t mix, states of matter, and reactions with baking soda and vinegar. Please, call and cancel if you are unable […]
Welcome baby to the Library! Join us for stories, learn fingerplays and rhymes, and meet other families. Please call and cancel if you are unable to attend. Failure to cancel programs may result in being added to the waiting list for future programs. Those who arrive 10 minutes or more after the start of a […]
Unlock your creative side at Art Sparks! This month, we will be creating some pop art pizzas. Please, call and cancel if you are unable to attend. Failure to cancel programs may result in being added to the waiting list for future programs. Those who arrive 10 minutes or more after the start of a […]
Do you love manga? Join us on the last Thursday of each month to discuss manga listed below, or bring your manga to discuss. The pre-selected manga will be available to checkout at the Patron Services Desk one month before the meeting date. 2023 Winter Meeting Dates: January 26: Death Note: Vol. 1; February […]
Join us at Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve — 27064 Dutton Rd, Beecher, IL 60401—as we walk and talk about books. There is no assigned reading for this group. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring your own water bottle. Participants of this program will be asked to sign a waiver of liability. The waiver will be […]
Start your weekend with a delicious treat while enjoying stories and songs with Ms. Kerry and our Mystery Reader. The parent or caregiver must be present. Please, call and cancel if you are unable to attend. Failure to cancel for programs may result in being added to the waiting list for future programs. Those who […]
