Are you or someone you know looking for employment? The Mobile Workforce Center of Will County will visit our parking lot to help with resume development, cover letters, and job applications. Their bright orange bus has internet access and contains computer stations, a photocopier, and a printer. Their services include keyboarding lessons and job search […]

Let's LEGO on the first Thursday of every month. Each month we'll have a new LEGO building challenge to complete and put on display in the library.  This month you'll be challenged to design and build a boat that will float. No registration is require for this event!

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 […]

Discover how to read electronic books and magazines by using a web browser or by downloading them to your mobile device. A Crete Public Library District card is required for this class in order to log into the applications demonstrated. Attendees are asked to bring their own devices, such as Kindles, tablets, iPads, and/or mobile […]

We all 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 for 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 […]

Chicago Auto Show historian Mitch Frumkin will highlight futuristic prototypes, dream cars, and concept vehicles that have captivated crowds for more than 80 years.

Enjoy an evening of traditional acoustic blues with musician, author, storyteller, and oral historian Fruteland Jackson. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/cretelibrary/THE_BLUES_SLIDE_D615A92F.JPG

*** This program will take place LIVE on Zoom. The registration link is https://bit.ly/ILP_KwameAlexander. Select Crete Public Library District in response to the question: How did you hear about this event? *** Join us for an evening of inspiration and conversation with bestselling and award-winning children’s and young adult author and poet, Kwame Alexander, author of the […]

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 for programs may result in being added to the waiting list for future programs. Those who arrive 10 […]

Do you love anime? Join us on the second Thursday of each month for anime screenings. Anime titles are listed below. We will watch the first three episodes of the first season. Snacks and refreshments provided. 2023 Winter Meeting Dates and Titles: January 12: Cells at Work!; February 9: Assassination Classroom; March 9: One Piece.

Let's learn about the heart! Valentine's day is on the way, so let’s learn how our hearts work. Join us as we build a beating heart model, and participate in a fun game that shows just how hard our hearts work for us! Please, call and cancel if you are unable to attend. Failure to […]

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 for programs may result in being added to the waiting list for future programs. Those who arrive 10 minutes or more after the start of […]

Join us once a month to learn the basics of coding and computer programming with Ms. Chambers. Each hour-long session will focus on a specific challenge to help students get an introduction to using block-based programming and code with a focus on robotics. Please, call and cancel if you are unable to attend. Failure to […]

Are you a beginner or a pro at chess? Whatever your level, enjoy playing one of the oldest games in the world with your peers. A limited number of chess boards and pieces will be provided. We recommend you bring your own chess board and pieces. 2023 Winter Meeting Dates: January 9, February 13 and […]

We’ll share stories, rhymes, music, and other activities you and your toddler can enjoy together. This month's theme is animals in the snow. 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 […]

Are you ready to unleash the power of your imagination and jump into a game that’s like no other? In this classic role-playing game, you create your character, choose how they interact with the story and use dice to decide the outcomes of your actions. This program is perfect for beginners. We will introduce you […]

Love comics and graphic novels? Love cookies? Then this is the place for you. Join us as we talk about graphic novels, eat some cookies, and do some fun activities. This month's graphic novel is Kraken Me Up by Jeffrey Ebbeler. Extra copies of the graphic novel will be available for checkout at the library […]

Join us on the third Wednesday of each month from 2:45-4pm for Teen Video Game Tournament! One game will be chosen to play for each tournament, and players will be able to experience fun yet competitive play. Registration is required. This is for ages 13-18. 2023 Winter Meeting Dates: January 18, February 15, March 15.

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 for programs may result in being added to the waiting list for future programs. Those who arrive 10 […]

Knot 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 1-2pm and on the third Thursday of the month from 6-7:30pm […]

Join us as we learn about our hearts as we make our own beating heart model, stethoscope, and more! 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 arrive 10 minutes or more after the start […]

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 for 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 […]

Start your weekend with a delicious treat while enjoying stories and songs with Ms. Kerry and our Mystery Reader. Parent or caregiver must be present. 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 […]

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 for 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 […]

In this demonstration class, you will learn how to create documents, save your files online, and collaborate with others using the free Google Drive service.

When the weather outside is frightful, it’s tempting to curl up, hibernate and avoid the chill. But if we do, we miss all of Chicago's fun winter activities! Chicago tour […]