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Teen Tarot Club: Moon Phases

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Zone at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Informational, Literature & Writing, Self-Help
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Want to get started with tarot? Kathleen finds it a useful tool for journaling and self-care. Bring your own tarot deck (or app) and journal and join our guided reading group!No de...

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Informational, Literature & Writing, Self-Help
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Want to get started with tarot? Kathleen finds it a useful tool for journaling and self-care. Bring your own tarot deck (or app) and journal and join our guided reading group!

No deck? No problem! Kathleen has spares =)

Wiggles & Jammies

Monday, January 20, 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
Event Details:

Ages 1-5, with caregiverJoin Miss Marissa on Monday nights at 6:30pm for Wiggles & Jammies. Everything you love about Wiggles and Giggles, but this time, before bed! Does your ...

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

Ages 1-5, with caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

YS Registration

Programs are first come, first served, unless otherwise stated.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check in 15 minutes before the scheduled program time to pick up a nametag.  Space is limited in many of the classes so please arrive early. Our classes are generally 30 minutes in length and process-oriented. They begin promptly at the designated time. For the best experience for your child, latecomers will not be admitted once the class has begun.  If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Services Department or (708) 371-5666; ext. 140.

Baby & Me Playtime

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Birth-5 years, with caregiverJoin Miss Marissa for Baby & Me Playtime! Looking to meet and chat with other caregivers? This is the program for you! Caregivers and kiddos are we...

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

Birth-5 years, with caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

YS Registration

Programs are first come, first served, unless otherwise stated.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check in 15 minutes before the scheduled program time to pick up a nametag.  Space is limited in many of the classes so please arrive early. Our classes are generally 30 minutes in length and process-oriented. They begin promptly at the designated time. For the best experience for your child, latecomers will not be admitted once the class has begun.  If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Services Department or (708) 371-5666; ext. 140.

Pickleball racket, Bocce ball set, and a pair of binoculars advertising items found in Library of Things

Discover Library of Things

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Informational
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Drop by anytime between 11:30 am - 1 pm and explore what Adult Services has to offer in the Library of Things section through live demos and Q&A sessions. Registration is not r...

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational
Required
Seats Remaining: 56
Event Details:

Drop by anytime between 11:30 am - 1 pm and explore what Adult Services has to offer in the Library of Things section through live demos and Q&A sessions. Registration is not required, but welcome. Refreshments served.  

Creative Chefs

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Kids, Family
Event Details:

Ages 3-6 years with caregiverLearn easy cooking skills with Miss Wendy while preparing a simple snack. Then enjoy your creation as you listen to a tasty story.  Limit 12. Plea...

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

Ages 3-6 years 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.

Petite Picassos

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Family
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 years with caregiverJoin Miss Wendy as we explore and create new art each week! Little ones will have the opportunity to use a variety of fun art materials in this process...

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

Ages 1-5 years 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.

Writing Roundup

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Literature & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literature & Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 8

Swiftie Science

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Science
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Calling all Taylor Swift fans! Join Ms. Ann each week for a cool science activity connected to Taylor Swift. Limit 12 kids. For grades K-5. Child must have an AMP Library Card.

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

Calling all Taylor Swift fans! Join Ms. Ann each week for a cool science activity connected to Taylor Swift. Limit 12 kids. For grades K-5. Child must have an AMP Library Card.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Registration

Programs are first come, first served, unless otherwise stated.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check in 15 minutes before the scheduled program time to pick up a nametag.  Space is limited in many of the classes so please arrive early. Our classes are generally 30 minutes in length and process-oriented. They begin promptly at the designated time. For the best experience for your child, latecomers will not be admitted once the class has begun.  If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Services Department or (708) 371-5666; ext. 140.

Memory Lab - Open Lab (Laboratorio de Memoria)

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
En Español/Bilingual, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Digitize your favorite family photos, home audio and video cassette Digitaliza tus fotos familiares, audio doméstico y videocasete favoritos 

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: En Español/Bilingual, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Digitize your favorite family photos, home audio and video cassette 

Digitaliza tus fotos familiares, audio doméstico y videocasete favoritos

 

Preschool STEAM

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Science, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Family
Event Details:

Join Ms. Ann each week for a fun activity to learn about science and art with fun experiments! Limit 12 kids. For ages 1-5 with caregiver. Child must have an AMP Library Card.

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

Join Ms. Ann each week for a fun activity to learn about science and art with fun experiments! Limit 12 kids. For ages 1-5 with caregiver. Child must have an AMP Library Card.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Registration

Programs are first come, first served, unless otherwise stated.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check in 15 minutes before the scheduled program time to pick up a nametag.  Space is limited in many of the classes so please arrive early. Our classes are generally 30 minutes in length and process-oriented. They begin promptly at the designated time. For the best experience for your child, latecomers will not be admitted once the class has begun.  If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Services Department or (708) 371-5666; ext. 140.

Sensory Play Hour

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:45am
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Birth-7 years with caregiverThursdays at 10:45 amChildren and parents are invited to play and socialize in a safe, fun, and multi-sensory environment.  This inclusive, interac...

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Birth-7 years with caregiver

Thursdays at 10:45 am

Disclaimer(s)

YS Registration

Programs are first come, first served, unless otherwise stated.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check in 15 minutes before the scheduled program time to pick up a nametag.  Space is limited in many of the classes so please arrive early. Our classes are generally 30 minutes in length and process-oriented. They begin promptly at the designated time. For the best experience for your child, latecomers will not be admitted once the class has begun.  If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Services Department or (708) 371-5666; ext. 140.

Job Skills Workshop

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Informational
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Are you looking for a summer job to earn some cash? In partnership with the Alsip Park District, the library is hosting a four-part workshop series on everything jobs just for teen...

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Informational
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Are you looking for a summer job to earn some cash? In partnership with the Alsip Park District, the library is hosting a four-part workshop series on everything jobs just for teens!

Regency Tea Party

Regency Tea Party

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Food & Cooking, Gaming & Trivia, History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come to an English high tea hosted by Pekoe and Bean. Enjoy trivia, giveaways, and chatting about your favorite regency romances. Costumes encouraged! Limit 40.

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Gaming & Trivia, History
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Come to an English high tea hosted by Pekoe and Bean. Enjoy trivia, giveaways, and chatting about your favorite regency romances. Costumes encouraged! Limit 40.

Preschool Music and Movement

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Best for under 5 with caregiverFridays at 10 amSongs, stories and musical adventures with Miss Debbie and her guitar!  Limit 18 children.

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

Best for under 5 with caregiver

Fridays at 10 am

Songs, stories and musical adventures with Miss Debbie and her guitar!  Limit 18 children.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Registration

Programs are first come, first served, unless otherwise stated.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check in 15 minutes before the scheduled program time to pick up a nametag.  Space is limited in many of the classes so please arrive early. Our classes are generally 30 minutes in length and process-oriented. They begin promptly at the designated time. For the best experience for your child, latecomers will not be admitted once the class has begun.  If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Services Department or (708) 371-5666; ext. 140.

Book Social Brunch

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Literature & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Book Social group attendees will celebrate Valentine's Day early, and the 3 year anniversary of our group at this one-time morning gathering, from 10:30 - 11:45 am.

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literature & Writing
Event Details:

Book Social group attendees will celebrate Valentine's Day early, and the 3 year anniversary of our group at this one-time morning gathering, from 10:30 - 11:45 am.

Mario Kart Tournament for Grades K-3

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia, Technology
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Racers, start your engines! Play as your favorite Mario Kart character and see if you can be the first to cross the finish line. Limit 12 kids. For kids in grades K-3. Child must h...

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

Racers, start your engines! Play as your favorite Mario Kart character and see if you can be the first to cross the finish line. Limit 12 kids. For kids in grades K-3. Child must have an AMP Library Card.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Registration

Programs are first come, first served, unless otherwise stated.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check in 15 minutes before the scheduled program time to pick up a nametag.  Space is limited in many of the classes so please arrive early. Our classes are generally 30 minutes in length and process-oriented. They begin promptly at the designated time. For the best experience for your child, latecomers will not be admitted once the class has begun.  If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Services Department or (708) 371-5666; ext. 140.

Spanish Movie: The Great Seduction (Pelicula en Español: La Gran Seducción)

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
En Español/Bilingual, Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come and relax from the winter cold with this Mexican Comedy, from the producer of the Academy Award Winning Movie Roma. Subtitles in English. Refreshments will be served.Ven ...

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: En Español/Bilingual, Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Come and relax from the winter cold with this Mexican Comedy, from the producer of the Academy Award Winning Movie Roma. Subtitles in English. Refreshments will be served.

Level Up! Fortnite Tournament

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Level Up! at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Join us at the Alsip-Merrionette Park library for an exciting Fortnite tournament!  Compete in 1 vs 1 matches with friends for a chance to win a $25 gift card.  Limit of ...

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

Join us at the Alsip-Merrionette Park library for an exciting Fortnite tournament!  Compete in 1 vs 1 matches with friends for a chance to win a $25 gift card.  Limit of 12. 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Registration

Programs are first come, first served, unless otherwise stated.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check in 15 minutes before the scheduled program time to pick up a nametag.  Space is limited in many of the classes so please arrive early. Our classes are generally 30 minutes in length and process-oriented. They begin promptly at the designated time. For the best experience for your child, latecomers will not be admitted once the class has begun.  If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Services Department or (708) 371-5666; ext. 140.

Bluey, Bingo, Dad, and Mum

Bluey Bash

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Music & Dance, Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids, Family
Event Details:

Calling all Bluey fans! Come beat the winter blues with everyone’s favorite puppy. Bluey will be joining us for a dance party like no other. You can even win a Bluey and Bingo Plus...

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Music & Dance, Play & Learn
Event Details:

Calling all Bluey fans! Come beat the winter blues with everyone’s favorite puppy. Bluey will be joining us for a dance party like no other. You can even win a Bluey and Bingo Plush Set. Come dressed in your best Bluey gear if you wish!

Cooking with Kids

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Grades K-4th Join Miss Marissa on Mondays at 3:45pm for Cooking with Kids. We will make simple and easy snacks, read a book while we enjoy our snacks, and play a game afterwar...

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

Grades K-4th 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Registration

Programs are first come, first served, unless otherwise stated.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check in 15 minutes before the scheduled program time to pick up a nametag.  Space is limited in many of the classes so please arrive early. Our classes are generally 30 minutes in length and process-oriented. They begin promptly at the designated time. For the best experience for your child, latecomers will not be admitted once the class has begun.  If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Services Department or (708) 371-5666; ext. 140.

Cricut Crafting Club

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Mondays on select dates at 6 pm. Light refreshments will be provided. Joins us for crafting and social hour. A tutorial of the craft will be given and assistance will be provi...

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Mondays on select dates at 6 pm. Light refreshments will be provided. 

Teen Tarot Club: Moon Phases

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Zone at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Informational, Literature & Writing, Self-Help
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Want to get started with tarot? Kathleen finds it a useful tool for journaling and self-care. Bring your own tarot deck (or app) and journal and join our guided reading group!No de...

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Informational, Literature & Writing, Self-Help
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Want to get started with tarot? Kathleen finds it a useful tool for journaling and self-care. Bring your own tarot deck (or app) and journal and join our guided reading group!

No deck? No problem! Kathleen has spares =)

Wiggles & Jammies

Monday, January 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
Event Details:

Ages 1-5, with caregiverJoin Miss Marissa on Monday nights at 6:30pm for Wiggles & Jammies. Everything you love about Wiggles and Giggles, but this time, before bed! Does your ...

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

Ages 1-5, with caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

YS Registration

Programs are first come, first served, unless otherwise stated.  Children with a valid AMPL card may check in 15 minutes before the scheduled program time to pick up a nametag.  Space is limited in many of the classes so please arrive early. Our classes are generally 30 minutes in length and process-oriented. They begin promptly at the designated time. For the best experience for your child, latecomers will not be admitted once the class has begun.  If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Services Department or (708) 371-5666; ext. 140.

Movie poster of "Trap" showing a character's eyes through the letters

Tuesday Morning Movie

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Fourth Tuesday of every month at 9:30am. Light refreshments provided. A man and his teenage daughter realize they're at the center of a dark and sinister event while watching ...

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Fourth Tuesday of every month at 9:30am. Light refreshments provided. 

A man and his teenage daughter realize they're at the center of a dark and sinister event while watching a concert. 

PG-13, 105 minutes