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AMPL Makerspace

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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.

Teen Tarot Club: Moon Phases

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Informational, Literature & Writing, Self-Help
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Want to get started with tarot? Kathleen finds it a useful tool for journaling and self-care. Bring your own tarot deck (or app) and journal and join our guided reading group! Don't have a deck? No problem! Kathleen has spares =)

Job Skills Workshop

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Informational
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Are you looking for a summer job to earn some cash? In partnership with the Alsip Park District, the library is hosting a four-part workshop series on everything jobs just for teens!

Avoiding Telephone and Internet Scams

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 42
Event Details:

Scam Artists do everything in their power to deceive people from their money and personal information. Pathlights presents ways to help you know and prevent scams occurring to you. 

Collage Take and Make

All Day
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Pick up the supplies to make your own unique artwork. Limit 20. 

Pickup starts Monday, January 13

Tales for Teddy Bears

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 with caregiver
Mondays at 10 am
Join Miss Cindy with your favorite teddy bear, or other stuffed friend, as we read stories, play games, and make a craft. Limit 11 children.

Cooking with Kids

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Grades K-4th 

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.

Paint a Cantarito (Pinta un Cantarito)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español/Bilingual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Cantaritos de Barro is a traditional Mexican jar made of clay and painted with floral designs. Join us as we decorate a cantarito with traditional designs.

 

Teen Tarot Club: Moon Phases

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Informational, Literature & Writing, Self-Help
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Want to get started with tarot? Kathleen finds it a useful tool for journaling and self-care. Bring your own tarot deck (or app) and journal and join our guided reading group!

Wiggles & Jammies

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Music & Dance, Play & Learn
Event Details:

Ages 1-5, 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.

Baby & Me Playtime

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: 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.

Creative Chefs

3:45pm - 4:15pm
Kids, Family
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Ages 3-6 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.

Petite Picassos

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids, Family
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 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.

What? That's in IL? Visiting Our State Park System

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Travel expert Celeste Brown’s quest to visit each of the Illinois State Parks has opened her eyes to the natural diversity of our state. She will recount adventures and highlight our wonderful Illinois landscapes.

Swiftie Science

3:45pm - 4:15pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science
Event Details:

Calling all Taylor Swift fans! Join Ms. Ann each week for a cool science activity connected to Taylor Swift. Limit 12 kids. For grades K-5. Child must have an AMP Library Card.

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.

"Noche de Lotería" Fiesta Fantástico Pop-Up   

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: En Español/Bilingual, Gaming & Trivia
Event Details:

Fiesta Fantástico Pop-Up        Grades K-8th with caregiver

Wednesday, January 15th at 6pm

Candle Swap

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 55
Event Details:

Scents are subjective, so if you received a candle as a gift and don’t like the smell, trade it for a new one at the library! Please ensure candles are clean and unused. Drop-in program, registration not required, but welcome.

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:

Join Ms. Ann each week for a fun activity to learn about science and art with fun experiments! Limit 12 kids. For ages 1-5 with caregiver. Child must have an AMP Library Card.

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

10:45am - 11:45am
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Birth-7 years with caregiver

Thursdays at 10:45 am

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.

Job Skills Workshop

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Informational
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Are you looking for a summer job to earn some cash? In partnership with the Alsip Park District, the library is hosting a four-part workshop series on everything jobs just for teens!

Preschool Music and Movement

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

Best for under 5 with caregiver

Fridays at 10 am

Songs, stories and musical adventures with Miss Debbie and her guitar!  Limit 18 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.

Pathlights 101 and Pizza

1:00pm - 2:15pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:

In South & Southwest Suburban Cook County, Pathlights is the “go-to” non-profit community resource for people needing assistance along the path to aging.

AI and ChatGPT

2:00pm - 3:15pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence (AI) products are taking the world by storm.

Betty the Pan Am Stewardess

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

In this historical portrayal, historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., takes you on an exciting, true story about the real-life stewardesses for Pan Am, the most glamorous U.S. airline.