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Makerspace

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

Teen: 3 pm - 4:30 pm

Adult: 6 pm - 7:30 pm

 

Use the Cricut, T-shirt press, button maker, or other tools for crafting. Limit of 2-3 items per person. 

Cricut for Beginners

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:

Learn about the Cricut machine and make a simple craft. Basic computer skills required. Open to beginners only. Limit of 6. Teens welcome. 

 

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.  

Level Up! Zen Garden

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

Gr. 4-8
Starting September 14, while supplies last, stop by and pick up a take and make craft just for grades 4-8. This month’s craft is a Zen Garden. Open to AMPL cardholders only, you must show a valid library card. Limit 12.

Baby & Me Playtime

10:00am–11:00am
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:

Birth-5 years, 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. 

Petite Picassos

10:00am–10:30am
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 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. 

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:

Select dates at 5:30 pm. Light refreshments provided. Please register for only one session per month. Registration opens September 2 for all sessions September to November.

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.  

Level-Up Meetup!

6:30pm–7:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Cooking, Take & Make
Event Details:

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.

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. 

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

5:00pm–8:00pm
Kids, Family
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español/Bilingual, Friday Night Specials, Music & Dance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Ages birth-8th grade 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.

Apple Painting and Tasting

2:00pm–3:00pm
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
Saturday, September 20 at 2 pm

Baby & Me Playtime

10:00am–11:00am
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:

Birth-5 years, 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. 

Petite Picassos

10:00am–10:30am
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 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.

Knitting Studio: Fall Edition Session 1

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is a three-session class for beginning knitters. When you register for this session, you will automatically be registered for all three sessions. 

Sensory Explorers

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Family
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, September 25 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. 

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:

Select dates at 5:30 pm. Light refreshments provided. Please register for only one session per month. Registration opens September 2 for all sessions from September to November.

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.  

Level-Up Meetup!

6:30pm–7:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Cooking, Take & Make
Event Details:

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.

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. 

Crafting for a Cause - Volunteering

1:30pm–3:30pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Volunteering
Event Details:

Grades 5-8   Drop in anytime between 1:30-3:30 pm

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.

Baby & Me Playtime

10:00am–11:00am
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:

Birth-5 years, 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. 

DIY Baby & Toddler Holiday Photo Shoot

2:00pm–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:

Tuesday, September 30 at 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. 

Quarterly Book Box

All Day
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Cooking, Literature & Writing, Take & Make
Registration Required
Event Details:

Each box will contain a novel and a craft, treat, or a surprise connected to the story. The theme will change quarterly. Keep all the items in the box! This quarter’s genre is gothic horror.

Petite Picassos

10:00am–10:30am
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 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.

Level Up! Ultimate Improv Acting Challenge

2:30pm–3:30pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies, Play & Learn
Event Details:

Future Oscar winners, this is your moment to shine! Test your acting chops with wild and wacky improv games. Can you hold a conversation using only questions? Or nail the role of a quirky party guest?

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.

DIY Zen Garden Kit – Take and Make

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

Bring a little tranquility to your home with this DIY Zen Garden Kit craft. 

Sign-ups start September 8; AMPL cardholders only. Limit of 10

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 Sashiko Mending

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:

Create your own denim patch using the ancient art of sashiko mending. 

All supplies are provided and you will have a patch to mend a pair of jeans or attach to your backpack. 

Baby & Me Playtime

10:00am–11:00am
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:

Birth-5 years, 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.