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Adult Writing Group

Crete Public Library District at Large Room

Adults, are you an avid writer or just starting to write your first story? Join novice and experienced writers alike and hear their stories and 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 or whatever […]

Severe Weather and Storm Chasing

Crete Public Library District at Large Room

Join us as we take a dive into the basics of severe weather. Topics include storm chasing, local climatology, past tornadic events, and severe weather safety and preparedness. Questions are welcome. Presented by Nick Bartholomew, Illinois Storm Chasers.

Knot Just for Knitters

Crete Public Library District at Large Room

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 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 Crete Public […]

Coding with Dash

Crete Public Library District at Large Room

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 […]

CPLD Book Discussion Group

Crete Public Library District at Large Room

Join us for a discussion of The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne. 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 […]

Anime Club

Crete Public Library District at Large Room

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 Spring Meeting Dates and Titles: March 9: One Piece; April 13: Wolf Children; May 11: Naruto

Comedy Gold on the Silver Screen

Crete Public Library District at Large Room

Join us for a guided tour through the past 100 years of outstanding comedies in John LeGear’s film history presentation Comedy Gold on the Silver Screen. Witness the evolution of humor in film since the arrival of Charlie Chaplin in Hollywood in 1914 and enjoy a taste of television comedy in this swift-moving tribute to […]

Knot Just for Knitters

Crete Public Library District at Large Room

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 of the month from […]

Film Club

Crete Public Library District at Large Room

Enjoy 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.

Celebrate Arbor Day with Sacred Tree

Crete Public Library District at Large Room

Arbor Day is a holiday to plant and care for trees. Join us to celebrate the importance of trees in our environment. We'll be having fun while learning more about trees. Families will have an opportunity to select a free tree to take home to plant in their yards. Tree varieties provided by Sacred Tree […]

Adult Writing Group

Crete Public Library District at Large Room

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 […]

Knot Just for Knitters

Crete Public Library District at Large Room

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 […]