Battle of the Books: 5th-6th Grade
Crete Public Library District at Children's DepartmentLocal schools will be completing in the Battle of the Books challenge for chance to claim the trophy.
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Primetime for Preschool
Crete Public Library District at Acorn RoomDuring 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 […]
STEAM Kids: Animal Adaptations
Crete Public Library District at Acorn RoomAnimals live all over the world and are each suited the best to the place where they live. Join us as we explore some adaptations that help animals thrive where they live! We’ll see how different birds’ beaks work, how claws and web feet can help some animals, and how we have learned from the […]
Knot Just for Knitters
Crete Public Library District at Large RoomKnot Just for Knitters is the library's regular group of needleworking patrons who get together to share camaraderie while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. Everyone is welcome. The group meets on the first Thursday of the month from 1-2 pm and on the third Thursday of the month from […]
Book Babies
Crete Public Library District at Acorn RoomWelcome 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 […]
Art Sparks: Egg Carton Animal Portraits
Crete Public Library District at Acorn RoomUnlock your creative side at Art Sparks! This month, we will be creating some animal portraits with egg cartons. 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 […]
Secrets of a Puzzle Master: A Conversation with Will Shortz
Crete Public Library District*** This program will take place LIVE on Zoom. The registration link is https://bit.ly/ILP_WillShortz. Select Crete Public Library District in response to the question: How did you hear about this event? *** Will Shortz, The New York Times crossword puzzle editor and the world’s only academically accredited puzzle master, discusses crossword puzzles. The author/editor of more […]
Battle of the Books: 3rd-4th Grade
Crete Public Library District at Children's DepartmentLocal schools will be completing in the Battle of the Books challenge for chance to claim the trophy.
Manga Club for Teens
Crete Public Library District at Audrey DeMuth Community RoomDo you love manga? Join us on the last Thursday of each month to discuss manga listed below or bring your own manga to discuss. The pre-selected manga will be available to checkout at the Patron Services Desk one month before the meeting date. 2023 Spring Meeting Dates: March 30: Naruto: Vol. 1; April 27: […]
Film Club
Crete Public Library District at Large RoomEnjoy watching Ad Astra 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.
STEAM Tots: April Showers
Crete Public Library District at Acorn RoomApril showers bring May flowers. While the weather is gloomy outside, join us as we learn about the rain! We’ll make rain art, learn about the water cycle, make our storm clouds, and learn how rain is formed! Please, call and cancel if you are unable to attend. Failure to cancel programs may result in […]
Roaming Readers Walking Group
Crete Public Library District at Off SiteJoin 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 […]
