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Teen Clay Magnets

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

DIY Teen Clay Magnets

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

DIY Teen Clay Magnets

Winter Open Mic

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Literature & Writing, Music & Dance
Age Group:
Adults

Come share your creativity or join us to watch and be entertained. Please contact the Information Desk at 708.371.5666 to let us know if you’d like to read something you have written, play an instrument, or sing.

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

Come share your creativity or join us to watch and be entertained. Please contact the Information Desk at 708.371.5666 to let us know if you’d like to read something you have written, play an instrument, or sing.

Tuesday Morning Movie

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Tuesday Morning Movies:

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

December 23- Home Alone
January 27- Hamilton
February 24- You've Got Mail

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.

December 23- Home Alone
January 27- Hamilton
February 24- You've Got Mail

Reading Dragons Monthly Meetings

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia, 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, 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.

20/30s Book Club

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Adults

Join our book club made for readers in their 20s and 30s. We’ll chat about great reads, meet new people, and enjoy a welcoming space for lively discussion.

Theme: A Cozy Read 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our book club made for readers in their 20s and 30s. We’ll chat about great reads, meet new people, and enjoy a welcoming space for lively discussion.

Theme: A Cozy Read 

iPhone Basics, iOS26 and More

Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Informational, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Learn basic navigation, customization and even handy tricks on your iPhone or iPad. This class will also include a demonstration of the new features and appearance of iOS26 and the latest iPhones. Light refreshments will be served.

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

Learn basic navigation, customization and even handy tricks on your iPhone or iPad. This class will also include a demonstration of the new features and appearance of iOS26 and the latest iPhones. Light refreshments will be served.

Teen Canvas Tote Bag Painting

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

DIY Canvas Tote Bag Painting

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

DIY Canvas Tote Bag Painting

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Jewelry Upcycled with Sherri Ewing

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Participants bring old or broken jewelry to deconstruct and redesign using provided beads, stretch or wire cord, and findings. Limit of 10.

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

Participants bring old or broken jewelry to deconstruct and redesign using provided beads, stretch or wire cord, and findings. Limit of 10.

Computers for Beginners

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Informational, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

New to technology? This is your opportunity to learn to navigate the computer and gain essential keyboard and mouse skills. Advanced registration required: limit of 8.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

New to technology? This is your opportunity to learn to navigate the computer and gain essential keyboard and mouse skills. Advanced registration required: limit of 8.

Beginning Rigid Heddle Weaving

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Come and explore the world of rigid heddle weaving. Participants will learn how to warp and weave on a rigid heddle loom. 

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

Come and explore the world of rigid heddle weaving. Participants will learn how to warp and weave on a rigid heddle loom. 

Galentine's Day Paint by Number

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Galentine’s Day Paint by Number
Thursday, February 5 at 5:30 PM

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

Galentine’s Day Paint by Number
Thursday, February 5 at 5:30 PM

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.  

Teen Self-Care Kits

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Self-Help, Take & Make
Age Group:
Teens

Treat yourself to some self-care essentials while supplies last! Must be in high school (grades 9th-12th). Limit 10. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Self-Help, Take & Make
Registration Required
Event Details:

Treat yourself to some self-care essentials while supplies last! Must be in high school (grades 9th-12th). Limit 10. 

Book Social

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Informational, Literature & Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Come celebrate February with the Book Social Group. Share a recent book, show or movie, or listen and gather suggestions for your winter entertainment. Light refreshments will be served.

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

Come celebrate February with the Book Social Group. Share a recent book, show or movie, or listen and gather suggestions for your winter entertainment. Light refreshments will be served.

Teen Affirmation Jars

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Affirmation Jar Activity 

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

Affirmation Jar Activity 

Beginning Rigid Heddle Weaving

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Come and explore the world of rigid heddle weaving. Participants will learn how to warp and weave on a rigid heddle loom. 

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

Come and explore the world of rigid heddle weaving. Participants will learn how to warp and weave on a rigid heddle loom. 

Computación para principiantes

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
En Español/Bilingual, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

¿Nuevo en el mundo de las computadoras? Esta clase te guiará a través de lo básico de forma sencilla. Aprende vocabulario esencial, programas comunes y gana confianza en el mundo digital. Límite 6

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: En Español/Bilingual, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

¿Nuevo en el mundo de las computadoras? Esta clase te guiará a través de lo básico de forma sencilla. Aprende vocabulario esencial, programas comunes y gana confianza en el mundo digital. Límite 6

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.  

Teen Cricut Sticker Making

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Teen Zone at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

We will be using the Cricut to make our own sticker designs.

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

We will be using the Cricut to make our own sticker designs.

Bingo with Bob

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia
Age Group:
Adults

Join us this winter for an afternoon of Bingo with Bob Trzeciak.  Limit of 30.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming & Trivia
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us this winter for an afternoon of Bingo with Bob Trzeciak.  Limit of 30.

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.  

Anime Club

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Teens

Come watch and discuss some popular Anime and Manga with us! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come watch and discuss some popular Anime and Manga with us! 

Beginning Rigid Heddle Weaving

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Come and explore the world of rigid heddle weaving. Participants will learn how to warp and weave on a rigid heddle loom. 

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

Come and explore the world of rigid heddle weaving. Participants will learn how to warp and weave on a rigid heddle loom. 

Writing Roundup: Valentines Gathering

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 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, followed by an optional time of sharing.  Supplies, optional prompts and Valentines refreshments provided. 

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, followed by an optional time of sharing.  Supplies, optional prompts and Valentines refreshments provided. 

Cricut Club

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Cricut Club (Registration for all Cricut Programs open on December 3)
Select Thursdays at 5:30 pm. 
A tutorial of the craft will be given, and assistance will be provided throughout.

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

Cricut Club (Registration for all Cricut Programs open on December 3)
Select Thursdays at 5:30 pm. 
A tutorial of the craft will be given, and assistance will be provided throughout.

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.  

Teen Game Night

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for a night of fun, friends, and friendly competition! We will have both board games and gaming systems. Whether you are into strategy, trivia, racing, or party games, there is something for everyone!

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

Join us for a night of fun, friends, and friendly competition! We will have both board games and gaming systems. Whether you are into strategy, trivia, racing, or party games, there is something for everyone!

Teen Movie Night

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for a cozy evening as we watch 10 Things I Hate About You. Bring your friends, eat some snacks, and enjoy this fun classic. Must be in high school (grades 9th-12th). Limit of 10. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy evening as we watch 10 Things I Hate About You. Bring your friends, eat some snacks, and enjoy this fun classic. Must be in high school (grades 9th-12th). Limit of 10.