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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

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

movies tickets

Tuesday Morning Movie

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

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

September 23 – Four Letters of Love

October 28 – The Addams Family 

November 25 – Superman

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. 

September 23 – Four Letters of Love

October 28 – The Addams Family 

November 25 – Superman

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. 

Egyptian Book of the Dead with Bob

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
History, Informational
Age Group:
Adults

The Egyptian Book of the Dead was a crucial text for 3,000 years, renowned for its powers and significance in ancient Egyptian civilization, though only a few could read it. Explore its importance and impact on the culture

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

The Egyptian Book of the Dead was a crucial text for 3,000 years, renowned for its powers and significance in ancient Egyptian civilization, though only a few could read it. Explore its importance and impact on the culture

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.

Memory Lab - Open Lab (Laboratorio de Memoria)

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Memory Lab:

Digitize your favorite family photos, home audio and video cassettes.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required

Digitize your favorite family photos, home audio and video cassettes.

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.

Dia de los Muertos Paint & Margaritas

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, En Español/Bilingual, Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Get ready for a lively Ceramic Sugar Skull Paint and Sip with margaritas! Create your own vibrant sugar skull while enjoying a fun, laid-back atmosphere. Limit 18

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español/Bilingual, Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a lively Ceramic Sugar Skull Paint and Sip with margaritas! Create your own vibrant sugar skull while enjoying a fun, laid-back atmosphere. Limit 18

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. 

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 31, 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.