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Book Social

Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Literature & Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Come share the latest book or show you have enjoyed -- or just listen and gather a list of titles for your fall entertainment. Light refreshments will be provided.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literature & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come share the latest book or show you have enjoyed -- or just listen and gather a list of titles for your fall entertainment. Light refreshments will be provided.

Level Up! Ultimate Improv Acting Challenge

Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movies, Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids

Future Oscar winners, this is your moment to shine! Test your acting chops with wild and wacky improv games. Can you hold a conversation using only questions? Or nail the role of a quirky party guest?

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies, Play & Learn
Event Details:

Future Oscar winners, this is your moment to shine! Test your acting chops with wild and wacky improv games. Can you hold a conversation using only questions? Or nail the role of a quirky party guest?

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

By registering for our programs, you are giving consent for your child’s photos to be used on our website, social media sites, and/or within the library.

Socktober

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family

October 1 - October 31

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31

Ms. Rachel Party

Sunday, October 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Music & Dance, Play & Learn, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Hello, friends! If you're a fan of Ms. Rachel, we've got a fun surprise just for you! Join us for a super special Ms. Rachel Party at the library! Ms. Rachel has hidden some exciting presents, and we need your help to find them all.

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Music & Dance, Play & Learn, Storytime
Event Details:

Hello, friends! If you're a fan of Ms. Rachel, we've got a fun surprise just for you! Join us for a super special Ms. Rachel Party at the library! Ms. Rachel has hidden some exciting presents, and we need your help to find them all.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

By registering for our programs, you are giving consent for your child’s photos to be used on our website, social media sites, and/or within the library.

DIY Zen Garden Kit – Take and Make

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Bring a little tranquility to your home with this DIY Zen Garden Kit craft. 

Sign-ups start September 8; AMPL cardholders only. Limit of 10

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring a little tranquility to your home with this DIY Zen Garden Kit craft. 

Sign-ups start September 8; AMPL cardholders only. Limit of 10

Disclaimer(s)

No-Show Policy

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.  

Socktober

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family

October 1 - October 31

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31

Tales for Teddy Bears

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 1-5 with caregiver
Mondays at 10 am
Miss Cindy invites children to join her with their favorite teddy bear or stuffed friend for storytime, games, and crafting. Limit 11 children.

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 with caregiver
Mondays at 10 am
Miss Cindy invites children to join her with their favorite teddy bear or stuffed friend for storytime, games, and crafting. Limit 11 children.

Teen Sashiko Mending

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Zone at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Create your own denim patch using the ancient art of sashiko mending. 

All supplies are provided and you will have a patch to mend a pair of jeans or attach to your backpack. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own denim patch using the ancient art of sashiko mending. 

All supplies are provided and you will have a patch to mend a pair of jeans or attach to your backpack. 

Wiggles & Jammies

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Music & Dance, Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Mondays at 6:30 pm | 1-5 years with caregiver

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Music & Dance, Play & Learn
Event Details:

Mondays at 6:30 pm | 1-5 years with caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

YS Registration

Programs are drop-in, first come first served, unless otherwise stated.  Some programs may require a valid youth AMP library card to participate.  They may also require registration.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check-in 15 minutes prior to the program.  Non-residents may participate if space is available 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. 

Socktober

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family

October 1 - October 31

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31

Baby & Me Playtime

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Birth-5 years, with caregiver

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn
Event Details:

Birth-5 years, with caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

YS Registration

Programs are drop-in, first come first served, unless otherwise stated.  Some programs may require a valid youth AMP library card to participate.  They may also require registration.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check-in 15 minutes prior to the program.  Non-residents may participate if space is available 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. 

Ugly Art

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Gr. 1-4

Tuesday, October 7 at 3:30 pm

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Gr. 1-4

Tuesday, October 7 at 3:30 pm

Leslie Goddard: Retro Food from the 1940s through the 1960s

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Food & Cooking, History, Informational
Age Group:
Adults

Take a nostalgic look at food innovations and marketing from the 40s to the 60s, exploring how society and technology influenced American eating habits through classic cookbooks, advertisements, and family magazines.  

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking, History, Informational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a nostalgic look at food innovations and marketing from the 40s to the 60s, exploring how society and technology influenced American eating habits through classic cookbooks, advertisements, and family magazines.  

Socktober

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family

October 1 - October 31

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31

Petite Picassos

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 1-5 with caregiver

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 with caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

By registering for our programs, you are giving consent for your child’s photos to be used on our website, social media sites, and/or within the library.

Marshmallow Slime

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Food & Cooking, Play & Learn, Science
Age Group:
Kids

It’s sticky, sweet, and as much fun to play with as it is to eat! Due to popular demand, we are bringing back our marshmallow slime program. Join us as we make this sweet food that’s as much fun to play with as it is to eat. Limit 16 children.

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Play & Learn, Science
Event Details:

It’s sticky, sweet, and as much fun to play with as it is to eat! Due to popular demand, we are bringing back our marshmallow slime program. Join us as we make this sweet food that’s as much fun to play with as it is to eat. Limit 16 children.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

By registering for our programs, you are giving consent for your child’s photos to be used on our website, social media sites, and/or within the library.

Socktober

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family

October 1 - October 31

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31

Cricut Club

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Select dates at 5:30 pm. Light refreshments provided. Please register for only one session per month. Registration opens September 2 for all sessions from September to November.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Select dates at 5:30 pm. Light refreshments provided. Please register for only one session per month. Registration opens September 2 for all sessions from September to November.

Disclaimer(s)

No-Show Policy

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.  

Level-Up Meetup! S'mores & BINGO

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Food & Cooking, Gaming & Trivia
Age Group:
Kids

Grades 4-8

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Gaming & Trivia
Event Details:

Grades 4-8

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

By registering for our programs, you are giving consent for your child’s photos to be used on our website, social media sites, and/or within the library.

YS Registration

Programs are drop-in, first come first served, unless otherwise stated.  Some programs may require a valid youth AMP library card to participate.  They may also require registration.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check-in 15 minutes prior to the program.  Non-residents may participate if space is available 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. 

Socktober

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family

October 1 - October 31

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31

Preschool Music and Movement

Friday, October 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Miss Debbie's program is a great way to introduce your child to the joys of music and storytelling. With her guitar and her engaging personality, your child is sure to have a blast while learning new songs and stories.

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

Miss Debbie's program is a great way to introduce your child to the joys of music and storytelling. With her guitar and her engaging personality, your child is sure to have a blast while learning new songs and stories.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

By registering for our programs, you are giving consent for your child’s photos to be used on our website, social media sites, and/or within the library.

Socktober

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family

October 1 - October 31

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31

Socktober

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family

October 1 - October 31

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31

Socktober

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family

October 1 - October 31

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31