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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.

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.

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.

Registration Required
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

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.

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.

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)

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.

Registration Required
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.

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. 

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 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. 

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. 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. 

 

Offsite Event
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.

Registration Required
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.

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.

Registration Required
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. 

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. 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. 

Offsite Event
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.

Registration Required
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
Registration Required
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.

Registration Required
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.

Offsite Event
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.

Registration Required
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.

Registration Required
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. 

Registration Required
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.