Looking for a fun activity to do? Pick up a Take & Make Kit to bring home and start creating! Take & Make Kits are limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 5pm. Kits will be located at the Youth Services Reference Desk.
Village hall meetings typically serve as a platform for local government officials to communicate with residents and address community matters. These meetings often cover updates on ongoing projects, discussions about proposed policies or ordinances, and opportunities for residents to voice their opinions and concerns. Village hall meetings provide a democratic space for community members to […]
In commemoration of the 60th anniversary of JFK's assassination, historian Tim Wilsey will discuss key points of the conspiracy, possible motives, who may have been involved, and new facts that have come to light.
Join us for tea with a T-Rex! Nibble some dino-riffic snacks, listen to dino-tacular dinosaur stories, and greet a special guest (who might dance with you, too!). Please register all kids in attendance. Please, call and cancel if you are unable to attend. Failure to cancel for programs may result in being added to the […]
Do you love manga? Join us on the last Thursday of each month to discuss manga listed below or bring your manga to discuss. Pre-selected manga will be available in advance at the Patron Services Desk. 2023 Fall Meeting Dates and Titles: September 28: Haikyu!!: Vol. 1; October 26: Akira: Book One, and; November 30: […]
It's that time again! The most magical weekend in Crete. Check out the Crete Country Christmas Website for details on activities for all ages.
It's that time again! The most magical weekend in Crete. Check out the Crete Country Christmas Website for details on activities for all ages.
It's that time again! The most magical weekend in Crete. Check out the Crete Country Christmas Website for details on activities for all ages.
The Santa Sleigh Parade is back! Watch the below video to see how much fun it is! Check out the Crete Country Christmas website for more details. Don't forget your new unwrapped toys and non-perishable foods so Santa can help families in need.
Adults, are you an avid writer or are you just starting to write your first story? Join novice and experienced writers alike and hear their stories, as well as share your own. On even numbered months, members have the option to bring writing to share with the group. Members can either bring writing based on […]
The Santa Sleigh Parade is back! Watch the below video to see how much fun it is! Check out the Crete Country Christmas website for more details. Don't forget your new unwrapped toys and non-perishable foods so Santa can help families in need.
Need to relieve some holiday stress? Join Dave Rudolf, Grammy-nominated, Gold Record recording artist for his hilarious take on Christmas songs. His Christmas parodies have been heard on Dr. Demento's show, as well as on radio stations across the U.S. Songs such as "The Little Dummer Boy", "Oh Come Oh Come I Read the Manual", […]
Local author, Larry McClellan, will present stories related to the Underground Railroad with an emphasis on Will County connections. This will be part of a book-signing event for his latest work: Onward to Chicago: Freedom Seekers and the Underground Railroad in Northeastern Illinois, published in September of this year by Southern Illinois University Press. Recently Larry […]
Let’s capture the spirit of the holiday season with vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine. We will create a festive atmosphere celebrating the rich culinary traditions associated with Christmas in Mexico. In this class on Zoom, presenter Kristyn Slick will guide you, starting from prepping ingredients and cooking each step until the dishes are completed and […]
*** This program will be on Zoom. The registration link is https://bit.ly/ILP_LoriGottlieb. Select Crete Public Library District in response to the question: How did you hear about this event? *** Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone and co-host of the “Dear Therapists” podcast joins us for a thought-provoking […]
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 […]
Watch a retro movie from the 80s, 90s or early 2000s every Friday. Movies rated "G" through "R" will be shown. It is the parent's responsibility to monitor their children's attendance and viewing habits. September-December 2023 Movies 9/1: Jurassic Park-PG-139/8: The Neverending Story-PG9/15: The Princess Bride-PG9/22: The Land Before Time-G9/29: Independence Day-PG-13 10/6: Pirates of […]
Learn what the Christmas star might have been, what year the birth described in the Bible might have happened, and the story of the three kings and why they traveled 800 miles after seeing the star. Biblical, historical, and astronomical data is used to prepare this talk. Presented by Art Maurer.
Join us for a discussion of The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit by Michael Finkel. 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 […]
Hear frosty winter tales from Russia, Germany, Denmark, and other countries. These cultural tales, passed mainly by word of mouth, helped to carry on the traditions of the common people. Do any of them sound familiar to you? Families with children in Grades 3 and up are welcome to attend.
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. 2024 Winter Meeting Dates and Titles: December 14, 2023: Trigun: Stampede; January 11: Nichijou: My Ordinary Life, and February […]
Watch a retro movie from the 80s, 90s or early 2000s every Friday. Movies rated "G" through "R" will be shown. It is the parent's responsibility to monitor their children's attendance and viewing habits. September-December 2023 Movies 12/15: Hook-PG 12/22: The Matrix-R 12/29: Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure-PG
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 cancel […]
YA book lovers, join us on December 19, 2023 for our December 2023 meeting at 6pm. We will be discussing the book The Library of the Dead by T.L. Huchu. Copies of the book will be available in advance at the Patron Services Desk. If you have any questions, please feel free to email Cassandra at coconnell@cretelibrary.org. You may […]
For Teen Video Game Tournament, one game will be chosen to play for each tournament from either Nintendo Switch or Xbox One. Players will be able to experience fun yet competitive play. A prize will be awarded. 2024 Winter Meeting Dates: December 20, 2023, January 17 and February 21.
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 needlework project. Everyone is welcomeThe group meets on the first Thursday of the month from 1-2 pm and on the third Thursday of the month from 6-7:30 pm at […]
Watch a retro movie from the 80s, 90s or early 2000s every Friday. Movies rated "G" through "R" will be shown. It is the parent's responsibility to monitor their children's attendance and viewing habits. September-December 2023 Movies 12/1: Home Alone-PG 12/8: Do the Right Thing-R 12/15: Hook-PG 12/22: The Matrix-R 12/29: Bill and Ted's Excellent […]
Do you love manga? Join us on the last Thursday of each month to discuss manga listed below or bring your own manga to discuss. Pre-selected manga will be available in advance at the Patron Services Desk. 2024 Winter Meeting Dates and Titles: December 28, 2023: Black Butler: Vol. 1 by Yana Toboso; January 25, 2024: The Way […]
Watch a retro movie from the 80s, 90s or early 2000s every Friday. Movies rated "G" through "R" will be shown. It is the parent's responsibility to monitor their children's attendance and viewing habits. September-December 2023 Movies 12/1: Home Alone-PG12/8: Do the Right Thing-R 12/15: Hook-PG 12/22: The Matrix-R 12/29: Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure-PG
Do you love anime and manga? Do you love bingo? Play to win anime and manga-themed prizes. All ages are welcome! https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/cretelibrary/ANIME_MANGA_BINGO_LOGO_7ECD81DB.JPG
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 […]
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