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All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Informational, Play & Learn, Self-Help, Take & Make
Age Group:
Kids

Monday, January 12 | Grades: 4th-8th 

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Informational, Play & Learn, Self-Help, Take & Make
Event Details:

Monday, January 12 | Grades: 4th-8th 

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. 

Crayons & Curiosity

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Take & Make
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Monday, January 12 at 3:30 pm | Ages 3-5, with caregiver

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Take & Make
Event Details:

Monday, January 12 at 3:30 pm | Ages 3-5, 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. 

Wiggles & Jammies

Monday, January 12, 2026 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)

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. 

Baby & Me Playtime

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 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)

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. 

Registration for DIY Baby Photo Shoot Begins

All Day
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Wednesday, January 28 from 10:30-12 & 2:00-4:00 pm | Ages: Birth-3 years, with caregiver

Capture the Cuteness--No Studio Needed!

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn
Event Details:

Wednesday, January 28 from 10:30-12 & 2:00-4:00 pm | Ages: Birth-3 years, with caregiver

Capture the Cuteness--No Studio Needed!

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.  

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. 

Wiggles & Jammies

Monday, January 19, 2026 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)

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. 

Baby & Me Playtime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 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)

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. 

Sensory Explorers

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Take & Make
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Thursday, January 22 at 10:00 am | Ages 2-6, with caregiver

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Take & Make
Event Details:

Thursday, January 22 at 10:00 am | Ages 2-6, 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. 

Registration Begins for Teddy Bear Clinic with Advocate Medical Group Pediatrics

All Day
Virtual at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Advocate Children’s Medical Group will be coming to the library to help you give your favorite friend a checkup! Come join us as we try healthy foods, get ready for kindergarten, and make our own sensory toy! You'll even get a book to keep.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Advocate Children’s Medical Group will be coming to the library to help you give your favorite friend a checkup! Come join us as we try healthy foods, get ready for kindergarten, and make our own sensory toy! You'll even get a book to keep.

Wiggles & Jammies

Monday, January 26, 2026 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)

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. 

Baby & Me Playtime

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 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)

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. 

DIY Baby Photo Shoot

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Wednesday, January 28 from 10:30 am-12:00 pm & 2:00-4:00 pm | Ages: Birth-3 years, with caregiver

Capture the Cuteness--No Studio Needed!

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn
Event Details:

Wednesday, January 28 from 10:30 am-12:00 pm & 2:00-4:00 pm | Ages: Birth-3 years, with caregiver

Capture the Cuteness--No Studio Needed!

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. 

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.

February Junior Explorers Activity Bags

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

Our Junior Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting December 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: Informational, Play & Learn, Take & Make
Event Details:

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

February Preschool Explorers Activity Bags

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

Our Preschool Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting December1st! Keep your little one entertained with these fun, easy, and quiet activities.

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

Our Preschool Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting December1st! Keep your little one entertained with these fun, easy, and quiet activities.

Wiggles & Jammies

Monday, February 2, 2026 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)

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. 

Baby & Me Playtime

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 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)

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. 

An illustration of a girl giving a teddy bear a check up.

Teddy Bear Clinic with Advocate Medical Group Pediatrics

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Advocate Children’s Medical Group will be coming to the library to help you give your favorite friend a checkup! Come join us as we try healthy foods, get ready for kindergarten, and make our own sensory toy! You'll even get a book to keep.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Play & Learn
Registration Required
Event Details:

Advocate Children’s Medical Group will be coming to the library to help you give your favorite friend a checkup! Come join us as we try healthy foods, get ready for kindergarten, and make our own sensory toy! You'll even get a book to keep.

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.

Reading Dragons Monthly Meetings

Wednesday, February 25, 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.

March Junior Explorers Activity Bags

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

Our Junior Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting December 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: Informational, Play & Learn, Take & Make
Event Details:

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

March Preschool Explorers Activity Bags

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

Our Preschool Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting December1st! Keep your little one entertained with these fun, easy, and quiet activities.

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

Our Preschool Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting December1st! Keep your little one entertained with these fun, easy, and quiet activities.

April Junior Explorers Activity Bags

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

Our Junior Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting December 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: Informational, Play & Learn, Take & Make
Event Details:

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

April Preschool Explorers Activity Bags

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

Our Preschool Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting December1st! Keep your little one entertained with these fun, easy, and quiet activities.

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

Our Preschool Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting December1st! Keep your little one entertained with these fun, easy, and quiet activities.

May Junior Explorers Activity Bags

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

Our Junior Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting December 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: Informational, Play & Learn, Take & Make
Event Details:

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