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Tuesday Morning Movie

9:30am–11:15am
Adults
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Fourth Tuesday of every month at 9:30am. Light refreshments provided. 

September 23 – Four Letters of Love

October 28 – The Addams Family 

November 25 – Superman

Thanksgiving Eve

5:00pm–9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District

December Junior Explorers Activity Bags

All Day
Kids
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.

December Preschool Explorers Activity Bags

All Day
Kids
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.

Level Up! Build a Snowman

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

Grades 4-8

Beginning December 1, stop by and pick up a kit to make a snowman out of air-dried clay. Open to AMPL cardholders only, you must show a valid library card. Limit 12.

Teen Makerspace

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come use the sublimation printer, heat press, mug press and more to create unique gifts with your own photos. Limit of 2-3 items per person. 

Makerspace

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come use the sublimation printer, heat press, mug press and more to create unique gifts with your own photos. Limit of 2-3 items per person. 

Christmas Diamond Art

6:30pm–7:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Grades 2-8

Tuesday, December 2 at 6:30 pm

Come in and made a Christmas Diamond Art magnet for your fridge!  Limit 12.

DIY Baby & Toddler Holiday Photo Shoot

10:30am–4:00pm
Kids, Family
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn
Event Details:

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

Capture the Cuteness--No Studio Needed!

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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. 

Sesame Street: Raising Kids in a Digital World

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Family
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytime, Technology
Event Details:

Join all of our friends from Sesame Street as discover tips to help raise kids in a digital world. We will read stories, do crafts, and sing songs in this program perfect for fans of Sesame Street.

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.

Cricut Club

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cricut Club
Select Thursdays at 5:30 pm. 
A tutorial of the craft will be given, and assistance will be provided throughout.

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.  

Youth Volunteer Christmas Meeting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Volunteering
Event Details:

Grades 5-8

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.

Teen Snow Globe Craft

6:00pm–7:45pm
Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Creat fun DIY snow globes! Must be in high school (grades 9th-12th). Limit of 10. 

Teen Self-Care Kits

All Day
Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Self-Help, Take & Make
Registration Required
Event Details:

Treat yourself to some self-care essentials while supplies last! Must be in high school (grades 9th-12th). Limit 10. 

Book Social

1:00pm–2:15pm
Adults
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 for a Book Social holiday celebration. Share a favorite book, show or movie. (Optional: autumn or holiday background). You are also invited to listen and gather a list of titles for your December entertainment. 

Caja de libros trimestral en español

All Day
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: En Español/Bilingual, Literature & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Caja de libros trimestral en español
Recoge el lunes 8 de diciembre 

Holiday Minute to win it Olympics Registration Begins

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

Register today for our Family Holiday Minute to win it Olympics! Register by calling or visiting the Youth Services Reference Desk. Limit 2 caregivers per family. Event will be held Monday, December 22 at 6pm for grades 3-5th. 

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.

Teen Book Box

All Day
Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Literature & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teen Book Box

Pick-ups start Monday, December 8

Each box will contain a novel and a craft, treat, or surprise connected to the story. Keep all items found in the box! Teens only. Limit 10. 

Christmas Music Bingo

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming & Trivia
Registration Required
Event Details:

Show off your Christmas music knowledge with this holiday version of Bingo. Light refreshments will be served. 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.  

Beaded Bliss

3:30pm–4:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Gr. 2-8

Monday, December 8 at 3:30 pm

It’s all beads going on in this class!  Make a bracelet, bookmark, pen, and/or keychain for the holidays.  Give as gifts or keep for yourself.  Limit 12 children.

Teen Learn to Knit

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn basic knitting skills. Light refreshments provided. Registration preferred. Must be in high school (grades 9th-12th). Limit of 10. 

Festive Jewelry with Sherri Ewing

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design earrings, necklaces, or bracelets themed around the holidays. Limit of 20. 

Fabric Ornaments at Heritage II Clubhouse

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fabric Ornaments at Heritage II Clubhouse
Tuesday, December 9 at 1:00 pm

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.