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October Junior Explorers Activity Bags

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Play & Learn, Take & Make
Age Group:
Kids

Our Junior Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting October 1st! Provide your child with a fun challenge or extra practice with these engaging activity bags.

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn, Take & Make
Event Details:

Our Junior Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting October 1st! Provide your child with a fun challenge or extra practice with these engaging activity bags.

This event is in the "Kids" group

October Preschool Explorers Activity Bags

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Play & Learn, Take & Make
Age Group:
Kids

Our Preschool Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting October 1st! Keep your little one entertained with these fun, easy, and quiet activities.

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn, Take & Make
Event Details:

Our Preschool Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting October 1st! Keep your little one entertained with these fun, easy, and quiet activities.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Quarterly Book Box

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

Each box will contain a novel and a craft, treat, or a surprise connected to the story. The theme will change quarterly. Keep all the items in the box! This quarter’s genre is gothic horror.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Cooking, Literature & Writing, Take & Make
Registration Required
Event Details:

Each box will contain a novel and a craft, treat, or a surprise connected to the story. The theme will change quarterly. Keep all the items in the box! This quarter’s genre is gothic horror.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Lego Family Escape Room

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 2:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Ready for a challenge that’s mini in size but huge in fun? Dive into our brand-new family escape room! One minute, you're building with Legos, and the next – whoops! – you’ve shrunk down to the size of a Lego mini-figure!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Gaming & Trivia
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready for a challenge that’s mini in size but huge in fun? Dive into our brand-new family escape room! One minute, you're building with Legos, and the next – whoops! – you’ve shrunk down to the size of a Lego mini-figure!

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Preschool Music and Movement

Friday, October 3, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Friday Night Special: Books, Beer and BBQ

Friday, October 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Pulaski Lounge at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Food & Cooking, Friday Night Specials, Gaming & Trivia, Music & Dance
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an evening of music, games, and local flavors!  Sample craft beers from local brewers, while enjoying live music by Bourbon Aristocracy.  Treat yourself to Firewater BBQ and enjoy a round of mini golf or shoot some

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Pulaski Lounge
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Friday Night Specials, Gaming & Trivia, Music & Dance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of music, games, and local flavors!  Sample craft beers from local brewers, while enjoying live music by Bourbon Aristocracy.  Treat yourself to Firewater BBQ and enjoy a round of mini golf or shoot some

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.  

This event is in the "Teens" group

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.  

This event is in the "Kids" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.  

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginning Sewing Workshop

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

This beginning sewing workshop is appropriate for beginning sewists! 

Our skilled instructor will teach students how to use the sewing machine while creating a colorful pillowcase.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This beginning sewing workshop is appropriate for beginning sewists! 

Our skilled instructor will teach students how to use the sewing machine while creating a colorful pillowcase.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writing Roundup

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Literature & Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to do the writing of your choice in a supportive environment. Writing prompts and supplies will be available. At the end of our meeting, we'll have an optional time of sharing our progress.

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

Join us to do the writing of your choice in a supportive environment. Writing prompts and supplies will be available. At the end of our meeting, we'll have an optional time of sharing our progress.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cricut Club

Thursday, October 16, 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.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

How to Build a Website

Sunday, October 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Informational, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Mike Gershbein will demonstrate how to prepare and launch a site with an easy to-use publishing platform like Weebly or Squarespace. Limit 15 participants.

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

Mike Gershbein will demonstrate how to prepare and launch a site with an easy to-use publishing platform like Weebly or Squarespace. Limit 15 participants.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Rolling Kimbap (Korean Sushi)

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn how to assemble your own kimbap out of seaweed, rice, carrots, eggs, and other ingredients. Take home your own roll of kimbap! Limit of 12. 

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

Learn how to assemble your own kimbap out of seaweed, rice, carrots, eggs, and other ingredients. Take home your own roll of kimbap! Limit of 12. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knitting Studio: Fall Edition Session 1

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

This is a three-session class for beginning knitters. When you register for this session, you will automatically be registered for all three sessions. 

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

This is a three-session class for beginning knitters. When you register for this session, you will automatically be registered for all three sessions.