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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

Tasty Travels

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Food & Cooking, Informational
Age Group:
Kids

Tuesday, October 21 at 3:30 pm | Grades K-3rd

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

Tuesday, October 21 at 3:30 pm | Grades K-3rd

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. 

Halloween Diamond Art

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Grades 2-8
Tuesday, October 21 at 6:30 pm
Do you like Diamond Art? Join us for this Halloween related program where we will make a spooky magnet. Limit 12 children.

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

Grades 2-8
Tuesday, October 21 at 6:30 pm
Do you like Diamond Art? Join us for this Halloween related program where we will make a spooky magnet. Limit 12 children.

Registration for Level Up! Save The Thanksgiving Parade Escape Room Begins

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia
Age Group:
Kids

Register today for our Thanksgiving Escape Room! Register for one time slot: 5:30-6:30 or 7:00-8:00 by calling or visiting the Youth Services Reference Desk. Limit 6 per time slot. Event will be held Wednesday, November 5. For grades 4-8.

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

Register today for our Thanksgiving Escape Room! Register for one time slot: 5:30-6:30 or 7:00-8:00 by calling or visiting the Youth Services Reference Desk. Limit 6 per time slot. Event will be held Wednesday, November 5. For grades 4-8.

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

Día de los Muertos: Create Your Alebrije!

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, En Español/Bilingual, Take & Make
Age Group:
Kids

Get ready for a vibrant Día de los Muertos celebration! Come to the youth services department to get your take home kit to paint a colorful alebrije! Kits are available first come, first serve.

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español/Bilingual, Take & Make
Event Details:

Get ready for a vibrant Día de los Muertos celebration! Come to the youth services department to get your take home kit to paint a colorful alebrije! Kits are available first come, first serve.

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

Graphic Novel Book Box

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literature & Writing, Take & Make
Age Group:
Kids

Grades 4-8

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literature & Writing, Take & Make
Event Details:

Grades 4-8

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

Level Up! Candy Around the World U.K.

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Kids

Gr. 4-8

Starting Sunday, October 19 while supplies last

Travel around the world by sampling candy from different countries.  Which will you like the best, a Flake from England or maybe a caramel from Ireland?  Limit 12.

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

Gr. 4-8

Starting Sunday, October 19 while supplies last

Travel around the world by sampling candy from different countries.  Which will you like the best, a Flake from England or maybe a caramel from Ireland?  Limit 12.

Level Up! Halloween Magnet Craft

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

Gr. 4-8

Starting Sunday, October 19 while supplies last

Pick up a Halloween magnet craft kit to paint. Keep it for yourself or give it as a gift.  Limit 12.

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

Gr. 4-8

Starting Sunday, October 19 while supplies last

Pick up a Halloween magnet craft kit to paint. Keep it for yourself or give it as a gift.  Limit 12.

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

Crafting for a Cause - Volunteering

Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Volunteering
Age Group:
Kids

Grades 5-8  Drop in anytime between 1:30-3:30 pm

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

Grades 5-8  Drop in anytime between 1:30-3:30 pm

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

Tales for Teddy Bears

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 1-5 years with caregiver 

Mondays at 10 am 

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

Ages 1-5 years with caregiver 

Mondays at 10 am 

Wiggles & Jammies

Monday, October 27, 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 28, 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. 

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

Reading Dragons Monthly Meeting

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia, Literature & Writing, Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids

Are you a fan of trading cards, dragons, or reading? Then we’ve got the perfect program for you! Swing by the Youth Services Reference Desk to grab your tracker and start your adventure.

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Gaming & Trivia, Literature & Writing, Play & Learn
Event Details:

Are you a fan of trading cards, dragons, or reading? Then we’ve got the perfect program for you! Swing by the Youth Services Reference Desk to grab your tracker and start your adventure.

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

Monster Mania Painting

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

Gr. K-5

Thursday, October 30 at 3:30 pm

Are you going to paint a scary monster or a silly monster? I prefer my monsters silly!  Come in and choose which monster you want and paint it how you like.  Limit 12 children.

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

Gr. K-5

Thursday, October 30 at 3:30 pm

Are you going to paint a scary monster or a silly monster? I prefer my monsters silly!  Come in and choose which monster you want and paint it how you like.  Limit 12 children.

Level-Up Meetup! Sugar Skulls Decorating

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take & Make
Age Group:
Kids

Grades 4-8

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make
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.