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Baby & Me Playtime

Tuesday, April 22, 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 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.

Artsy Tuesday

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
:

Grades 2-8 

Tuesdays at 6:30 pm 

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Grades 2-8 

Tuesdays at 6:30 pm 

Petite Picassos

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
:

Ages 1-5 years with caregiver

This program is all about exploring the process of art-making, where the focus is on creativity and expression rather than the final product. Limit 12 children.

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

Ages 1-5 years with caregiver

This program is all about exploring the process of art-making, where the focus is on creativity and expression rather than the final product. Limit 12 children.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Sensory Play Hour

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:45am
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Take & Make
Age Group:
Kids, Family
:

Thursdays at 10:45 am | Ages 7 and under with caregiver

Children and parents are invited to join us in a safe, fun, and multi-sensory environment where

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

Thursdays at 10:45 am | Ages 7 and under with caregiver

Children and parents are invited to join us in a safe, fun, and multi-sensory environment where

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Canvas Kids

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
:

Grades K-8 

Thursdays at 3:45 pm 

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Grades K-8 

Thursdays at 3:45 pm 

Book Social and May Baskets at Heritage 1 Clubhouse

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us at Heritage 1 Clubhouse to chat about our favorite books and shows, and decorate nostalgic paper May Baskets. All supplies will be provided. Limit 15 participants.

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join us at Heritage 1 Clubhouse to chat about our favorite books and shows, and decorate nostalgic paper May Baskets. All supplies will be provided. Limit 15 participants.

Family Painting Special - Mother's Day

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
:

Grades 2-8 with caregiver 

Tuesday, April 29 at 6:30 pm 

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

Grades 2-8 with caregiver 

Tuesday, April 29 at 6:30 pm 

Makerspace

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
:

Work with one of our librarians to create fantastic mugs, custom t-shirts, and more. See the full list of Makerspace tools at the Information Desk. Personal use only, 2 to 3 items per session at librarian discretion.

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Work with one of our librarians to create fantastic mugs, custom t-shirts, and more. See the full list of Makerspace tools at the Information Desk. Personal use only, 2 to 3 items per session at librarian discretion.

Cricut Crafting Club

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, En Español/Bilingual
Age Group:
Adults
:

Mondays on select dates at 5:30 pm. Light refreshments provided.

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español/Bilingual
Event Details:

Mondays on select dates at 5:30 pm. Light refreshments provided.

Cricut Sticker Making

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
:

Learn how to make stickers using Design Space and the Cricut Machine. Take home what you create! Limit of 10.

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how to make stickers using Design Space and the Cricut Machine. Take home what you create! Limit of 10.

Cricut Crafting for Beginers

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, En Español/Bilingual
Age Group:
Adults
:

Learn about the Cricut Joy, Cricut Joy Extra, and the heat press, and create a simple craft.

Open to beginners only. Limit of 6. 

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español/Bilingual
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn about the Cricut Joy, Cricut Joy Extra, and the heat press, and create a simple craft.

Open to beginners only. Limit of 6. 

Cricut Club

Monday, July 21, 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. 

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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. 

Fabric Painting and Heritage II Clubhouse

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
:

Please call to register or register in person. Registration begins July 1st.

Join us for an afternoon of Batkin Fabric painting. All supplies will be provided. This program is off-site.

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

Please call to register or register in person. Registration begins July 1st.

Join us for an afternoon of Batkin Fabric painting. All supplies will be provided. This program is off-site.

Cricut Club

Monday, July 28, 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. 

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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. 

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. 

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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. 

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. 

Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.