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Registration Begins for Level Up! Mystery at Toadwort Hall

All Day
Virtual at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia
Age Group:
Kids

Join us as we act out a mystery set at the Toadwart School of Magic and Mayhem. Can you solve the crime of who stole the Sorcerer’s Scone? Advanced registration required.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Gaming & Trivia
Event Details:

Join us as we act out a mystery set at the Toadwart School of Magic and Mayhem. Can you solve the crime of who stole the Sorcerer’s Scone? Advanced registration required.

Pop Culture Trivia Night

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia
Age Group:
Teens

Test your fandom knowledge, everything from Marvel to K-pop! Prizes for the winner! 

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

Test your fandom knowledge, everything from Marvel to K-pop! Prizes for the winner! 

Bingo with Bob White Elephant Bingo Edition

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia
Age Group:
Adults

Gather for Bingo with Bob and Unwanted Gifts, aka White Elephant Bingo! This fun twist on classic Bingo replaces regular prizes with White Elephant gifts – think old tea sets, or random kitchen gadgets.

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

Gather for Bingo with Bob and Unwanted Gifts, aka White Elephant Bingo! This fun twist on classic Bingo replaces regular prizes with White Elephant gifts – think old tea sets, or random kitchen gadgets.

Lotería Time!

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Join us for a fun, family-friendly twist on the classic Mexican game of Lotería (Bingo)! Enjoy laughs, culture, connections, and exciting prizes! 

One caregiver per family. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Gaming & Trivia
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun, family-friendly twist on the classic Mexican game of Lotería (Bingo)! Enjoy laughs, culture, connections, and exciting prizes! 

One caregiver per family. 

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.

Mario Party Jamboree

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia, Technology
Age Group:
Kids

Think you've mastered every mini-game in Super Mario Party? It's time to power up! Play Super Mario Party Jamboree for an epic adventure packed with even more mini-games, challenges, and endless fun. Limit 12 kids. For kids in grades K+.

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Gaming & Trivia, Technology
Event Details:

Think you've mastered every mini-game in Super Mario Party? It's time to power up! Play Super Mario Party Jamboree for an epic adventure packed with even more mini-games, challenges, and endless fun. Limit 12 kids. For kids in grades K+.

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. 

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Level Up! Mystery at Toadwort Hall

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia
Age Group:
Kids

Join us as we act out a mystery set at the Toadwart School of Magic and Mayhem. Can you solve the crime of who stole the Sorcerer’s Scone? Advanced registration required. Register online starting Saturday, January 10. Limit 20. For grades 4-8.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Gaming & Trivia
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we act out a mystery set at the Toadwart School of Magic and Mayhem. Can you solve the crime of who stole the Sorcerer’s Scone? Advanced registration required. Register online starting Saturday, January 10. Limit 20. For 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.

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.

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.  

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!

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.