This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Family" group Preschool STEAM Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Science, Storytime Age Group: Kids, Family For ages 1-5, plus caregiver. Each week, little scientists will dive into hands-on activities, exciting experiments, and creative art projects. Spark curiosity, unleash imagination, and have a blast exploring science and art! Limit 12 kids. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Family" group Jul 31 2025 Thu Preschool STEAM 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Family Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Youth Services Program Room Age Group: Kids, Family Program Type: Science, Storytime Event Details: For ages 1-5, plus caregiver. Each week, little scientists will dive into hands-on activities, exciting experiments, and creative art projects. Spark curiosity, unleash imagination, and have a blast exploring science and art! Limit 12 kids. 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 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group Canvas Kids Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Kids For kids ages 5 years - 8th grade. This program offers an exciting opportunity for children to explore their creativity through painting. This weekly class is designed to inspire young artists while providing a fun and educational experience. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 31 2025 Thu Canvas Kids 3:30pm–4:00pm Kids Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Youth Services Program Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: For kids ages 5 years - 8th grade. This program offers an exciting opportunity for children to explore their creativity through painting. This weekly class is designed to inspire young artists while providing a fun and educational experience. 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 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Painting with Heaven Newsome Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens Heaven Newsome will guide us through painting a carefree and colorful jellyfish on a round canvas. Sweet treats provided. Limit 10; registration required. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 31 2025 Thu Painting with Heaven Newsome 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Heaven Newsome will guide us through painting a carefree and colorful jellyfish on a round canvas. Sweet treats provided. Limit 10; registration required.
This event is in the "Kids" group Foodie Fanatics Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Food & Cooking Age Group: Kids Grades 4-8 View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 31 2025 Thu Foodie Fanatics 6:30pm–7:00pm Kids Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Age Group: Kids Program Type: Food & Cooking 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 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group August 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 August 1st! Provide your child with a fun challenge or extra practice with these engaging activity bags. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Aug 1 2025 Fri August Junior Explorers Activity Bags All Day Kids 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 August 1st! Provide your child with a fun challenge or extra practice with these engaging activity bags.
This event is in the "Kids" group August 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 August 1st! Keep your little one entertained with these fun, easy, and quiet activities. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Aug 1 2025 Fri August Preschool Explorers Activity Bags All Day Kids 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 August 1st! Keep your little one entertained with these fun, easy, and quiet activities.
This event is in the "Kids" group Creative Craft Table All Day Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Age Group: Kids Crafts are designed for kids up to 14 years of age.Monday through Friday; June 30 – August 1 (while supplies last) View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Aug 1 2025 Fri Creative Craft Table All Day Kids Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Event Details: Crafts are designed for kids up to 14 years of age.Monday through Friday; June 30 – August 1 (while supplies last) 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 Mini Floral Bouquet Magnets Take & Make All Day Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Sign up to reserve a kit with everything you need to create a tiny bouquet magnet! Make one for yourself or for someone else to brighten their day. Limit of 12. AMPL cardholders only. Registration begins July 1st. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 1 2025 Fri Mini Floral Bouquet Magnets Take & Make All Day Adults Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Sign up to reserve a kit with everything you need to create a tiny bouquet magnet! Make one for yourself or for someone else to brighten their day. Limit of 12. AMPL cardholders only. Registration begins July 1st.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Family" group Preschool Music and Movement Friday, August 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Music & Dance Age Group: Kids, Family Best for ages 5 and under, plus caregiver. This program offers a delightful blend of live guitar music and storytelling that captures the imagination of young children. Limit 18 children. Child must have an AMP Library Card. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Family" group Aug 1 2025 Fri Preschool Music and Movement 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Family Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Kids, Family Program Type: Music & Dance Event Details: Best for ages 5 and under, plus caregiver. This program offers a delightful blend of live guitar music and storytelling that captures the imagination of young children. Limit 18 children. Child must have an AMP Library Card. 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 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Bingo with Bob Monday, August 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:30pm Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Gaming & Trivia Age Group: Adults Join us every month for an afternoon of Bingo with Bob Trzeciak and win prizes. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 4 2025 Mon Bingo with Bob 12:00pm–2:30pm Adults Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gaming & Trivia Registration Required Event Details: Join us every month for an afternoon of Bingo with Bob Trzeciak and win prizes.
This event is in the "Adults" group Cricut Club Monday, August 4, 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. Registration opens on the first of the month for that month. Please register for only one session per month. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 4 2025 Mon Cricut Club 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults 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. Registration opens on the first of the month for that month. Please register for only one session per month.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Green Space Project: Qi Gong and Sound Meditation with Gail Morales Monday, August 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Off Site Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults, Family Learn how to practice Qi Gong and meditate with us by the garden.Green Space Project programs take place behind Prairie Jr. High in the Garden Space. No registration is required. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Aug 4 2025 Mon Green Space Project: Qi Gong and Sound Meditation with Gail Morales 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults, Family Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults, Family Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Learn how to practice Qi Gong and meditate with us by the garden.Green Space Project programs take place behind Prairie Jr. High in the Garden Space. No registration is required.
This event is in the "Adults" group Tech Social Hour: Windows 11 Tips and Tricks Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Informational, Technology Age Group: Adults Have you upgraded to Windows 11, or are you thinking about making the change? Bring your tips and questions, and let’s share our knowledge about Windows 11 at this beginners-level discussion. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 5 2025 Tue Tech Social Hour: Windows 11 Tips and Tricks 2:30pm–3:30pm Adults Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Informational, Technology Registration Required Event Details: Have you upgraded to Windows 11, or are you thinking about making the change? Bring your tips and questions, and let’s share our knowledge about Windows 11 at this beginners-level discussion.
This event is in the "Teens" group Worldwide Knit-In-Public Day Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm Teen Zone at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Informational, Take & Make Age Group: Teens Drop in to pick up a knitting kit. Stay for the micro lessons on knitting, crocheting, and using a drop spindle. Weather permitting, a yarn bomb will be held outside. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Aug 6 2025 Wed Worldwide Knit-In-Public Day 10:00am–2:00pm Teens Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Teen Zone Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Informational, Take & Make Event Details: Drop in to pick up a knitting kit. Stay for the micro lessons on knitting, crocheting, and using a drop spindle. Weather permitting, a yarn bomb will be held outside.
This event is in the "Adults" group Book Social Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Literature & Writing Age Group: Adults Join us to share your recent books and shows, or listen and gather a list for your summer entertainment. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 9 2025 Sat Book Social 1:00pm–2:15pm Adults Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Meeting Room 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Literature & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Join us to share your recent books and shows, or listen and gather a list for your summer entertainment.
This event is in the "Adults" group Cricut Club Monday, August 11, 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. Registration opens on the first of the month for that month. Please register for only one session per month. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 11 2025 Mon Cricut Club 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults 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. Registration opens on the first of the month for that month. Please register for only one session per month.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Green Space Project: Build-A-Prairie Monday, August 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Off Site Program Type: Plants & Gardening, Science Age Group: Adults, Family Pat Hayes talks about restoring prairie habitat in the Orland Grasslands and ways you can get involved with prairie restoration. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Aug 11 2025 Mon Green Space Project: Build-A-Prairie 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults, Family Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults, Family Program Type: Plants & Gardening, Science Event Details: Pat Hayes talks about restoring prairie habitat in the Orland Grasslands and ways you can get involved with prairie restoration.
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Sewing: Just the Basics! Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens Have you always wanted to learn how to operate a sewing machine? Here's your chance! Learn the parts of the machine, how to thread it and how to sew a basic seam. Registration required; limit 4. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Aug 12 2025 Tue Teen Sewing: Just the Basics! 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Meeting Room 2 Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Have you always wanted to learn how to operate a sewing machine? Here's your chance! Learn the parts of the machine, how to thread it and how to sew a basic seam. Registration required; limit 4. 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 Natural Dye Workshop Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2025 Wed Natural Dye Workshop 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Meeting Room 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required 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 Summer Smoothie Smash Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens Join Intentional Nutrition and discover how to craft and blend tasty fruit smoothies! Registration required. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Aug 14 2025 Thu Summer Smoothie Smash 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Teens Program Type: Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Join Intentional Nutrition and discover how to craft and blend tasty fruit smoothies! Registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Green Space Project: Woori Taekwondo Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Off Site Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults, Family Woori Taekwondo will teach us the basics of taekwondo and give an action-packed demonstration. Taekwondo is a great way to keep fit while learning self-defense. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Aug 18 2025 Mon Green Space Project: Woori Taekwondo 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults, Family Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults, Family Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Woori Taekwondo will teach us the basics of taekwondo and give an action-packed demonstration. Taekwondo is a great way to keep fit while learning self-defense.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jerry Decaire’s Math & Marvels Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Informational Age Group: Teens, Adults Jerry Decaire is a notable comic artist for X-Men, Wolverine, and Thor. He’ll share the inside scoop on how a comic book is made, from sketches to finished product. A drawing demo and Q&A will follow. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 18 2025 Mon Jerry Decaire’s Math & Marvels 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Informational Registration Required Event Details: Jerry Decaire is a notable comic artist for X-Men, Wolverine, and Thor. He’ll share the inside scoop on how a comic book is made, from sketches to finished product. A drawing demo and Q&A will follow.
This event is in the "Adults" group Unlocking Astrology: Beginners Workshop Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Informational Age Group: Adults Join our beginner's astrology workshop to explore the fundamentals, including the meanings of the 12 houses, planets, and zodiac signs. Please bring your birth date and time for a better experience. Limit of 30. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 19 2025 Tue Unlocking Astrology: Beginners Workshop 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Informational Registration Required Event Details: Join our beginner's astrology workshop to explore the fundamentals, including the meanings of the 12 houses, planets, and zodiac signs. Please bring your birth date and time for a better experience. Limit of 30.
This event is in the "Adults" group Writing Roundup Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm Study Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Program Type: Informational, Literature & Writing Age Group: Adults Join us to do the writing of your choice, followed by an optional time of sharing in a supportive environment. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 20 2025 Wed Writing Roundup 2:00pm–3:15pm Adults Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District Room: Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Informational, Literature & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Join us to do the writing of your choice, followed by an optional time of sharing in a supportive environment. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided.