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Wiggles & Jammies

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

Mondays at 6:30 pm | 1-5 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. 

Socktober

All Day
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31

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

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. 

Spooky Family Paint Party

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

Grades 2-8 with caregiver
Tuesday, October 28 at 6:30 pm

Egyptian Book of the Dead with Bob

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Informational
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Egyptian Book of the Dead was a crucial text for 3,000 years, renowned for its powers and significance in ancient Egyptian civilization, though only a few could read it. Explore its importance and impact on the culture

Socktober

All Day
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31

Reading Dragons Monthly Meeting

3:45pm–4:15pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Gaming & Trivia, Literature & Writing, 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.

Memory Lab - Open Lab (Laboratorio de Memoria)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required

Digitize your favorite family photos, home audio and video cassettes.

Socktober

All Day
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31

Monster Mania Painting

3:30pm–4:15pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Gr. K-5

Thursday, October 30 at 3:30 pm

Are you going to paint a scary monster or a silly monster? I prefer my monsters silly!  Come in and choose which monster you want and paint it how you like.  Limit 12 children.

Dia de los Muertos Paint & Margaritas

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español/Bilingual, Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a lively Ceramic Sugar Skull Paint and Sip with margaritas! Create your own vibrant sugar skull while enjoying a fun, laid-back atmosphere. Limit 18

Level-Up Meetup! Sugar Skulls Decorating

6:30pm–7:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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. 

Socktober

All Day
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

October 1 - October 31

Preschool Music and Movement

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Family
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

Miss Debbie's program is a great way to introduce your child to the joys of music and storytelling. With her guitar and her engaging personality, your child is sure to have a blast while learning new songs and stories.

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.

November Bilingual Explorers Activity Bags/Bolsas de actividades para exploradores bilingües de noviembre

All Day
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: En Español/Bilingual, Play & Learn, Take & Make
Event Details:

Looking for something fun and educational to do at home? Pick up a Bilingual Activity Bag filled with a hands-on project in both English and Spanish!

November Junior Explorers Activity Bags

All Day
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn, Take & Make
Event Details:

Our Junior Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting November 1st! Provide your child with a fun challenge or extra practice with these engaging activity bags.

November Preschool Explorers Activity Bags

All Day
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Play & Learn, Take & Make
Event Details:

Our Preschool Explorers Activity Bags will be available starting November 1st! Keep your little one entertained with these fun, easy, and quiet activities.

Bubbles Bonanza

11:00am–11:30am
Kids, Family
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Play & Learn, Science
Event Details:

They’re fun to make and fun to pop. Play with bubbles, and you won’t want to stop! Join us for a special bonanza all about bubbles! We will make and play with different bubble recipes that will fill you with wonder and joy.

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.

Book Social

1:00pm–2:00pm
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:

Come share the latest book or show you have enjoyed  -- or just listen and gather a list of titles for your enjoyment. Light refreshments will be served.

Mystery Dates: Detectives in the Golden Age of Radio

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

Steve Darnall (of Those Were the Days radio show) will be back to entertain us with more past radio memories.  Everyone loves a good whodunit and in some cases, the detectives are as famous as the stories they tell.

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: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 years with caregiver 

Mondays at 10 am 

Cooking with Kids

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

Do you have a little chef in the making? This program is designed to engage children in the joys of cooking and play. It's a fantastic way to encourage creativity, learn new skills, and enjoy delicious snacks together.

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. 

Wiggles & Jammies

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

Mondays at 6:30 pm | 1-5 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.