Adults, are you an avid writer or just starting to write your first story? Join novice and experienced writers alike and hear their stories, as well as share your own. Members can bring writing to share with the group on even-numbered months. Members can either bring writing based on the writing prompt for the month […]
Krista Stevenson, SNAP Outreach Coordinator for the Northern Illinois Food Bank, will assist people with filling out applications for the Illinois Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as Food Stamps or Link Card. Drop-in. First come, first served. Sign in upon arrival.
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 from 6-7:30 pm at Crete […]
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 making Pokemon! No registration is required for this event!
Learn how Medicare works and what your options are. Questions are welcome! This in-person program and will be presented by Nicole Shackleton. (Please note the program on this date/time was previously advertised as The Shakedown on Sugar, but that presentation is no longer available.)
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 water bottle. Participants of this program will be asked to sign a waiver of liability. The waiver will be available […]
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 for programs may result in being added to the waiting list for future programs. Those who arrive […]
Join us for a discussion of GUNCLE by Steven Rowley. The Crete Public Library Book Discussion Group generally meets on the second Monday of every month. New members are always welcome. Copies of the books will be available in advance at the Patron Services Desk. Call the library at 708-672-8017 for more information or to be […]
Are you ready to unleash the power of your imagination and jump into a game 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 to […]
If summer had a sound it would be the Beach Boys…surf, sun, and California dreaming. This presentation will focus on The Beach Boys' “sunniest” years from 1962-1967. With the use of performance and interview clips, Gary Wenstrup will trace the arc of the Beach Boys’ early career from “Surfin’ U.S.A.”, “Fun, Fun, Fun” and “California […]
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 will be provided. 2023 Spring Meeting Dates and Titles: March 9: One Piece; April 13: Wolf Children; May 11: Naruto
The 1990s is this month's trivia theme. Compete on your own or bring a group of friends with you. Prizes will be awarded. Seating is first come, first served.
Join author Alice Frakes as she discusses her personal experiences with writing. Focus questions will include, but are not limited to, character, plot, and dialogue development, how to conduct meaningful research, handling criticisms, deciding on book covers, and much more. A limited supply of her Bloodties Saga novels: Bloodties, Bloodlines, and BloodCross, will be available […]
YA book lovers, join us on May 16, 2023, for our May 2023 meeting at 6 pm. We will discuss the book Run: Book One by John Lewis and Andrew Aydin. If you have any questions, please email Cassandra at coconnell@cretelibrary.org. You may also visit the group’s Young Adult (for Adults) Book Club Facebook page.
Join us on the third Wednesday of each month from 2:45-4 pm 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 Spring Meeting Dates: March 15, April 19, and […]
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 1-2 pm and on the third Thursday from 6-7:30 pm at […]
Teen Craft Connection has an in-person session and take-and-make options. Crafts occur in an odd number of months. Third Friday of Month: In-Person: 3:30-4:30pmFourth Monday-Fourth Friday of Month: Take & MakeConnect with local teens while making a one-of-a-kind craft. See crafts and dates below for details. In Person: March 17; Take & Make: March 27-31: […]
Do you love manga? Join us on the last Thursday of each month to discuss the 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 Spring Meeting Dates: March 30: Naruto: Vol. 1; April 27: […]
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 water bottle. Participants of this program will be asked to sign a waiver of liability. The waiver will be available […]
