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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 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.

Artsy Tuesday

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 

Tuesdays at 6:30 pm 

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 years with caregiver

This program is all about exploring the process of art-making, where the focus is on creativity and expression rather than the final product. Limit 12 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.

Sensory Play Hour

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

Thursdays at 10:45 am | Ages 7 and under with caregiver

Children and parents are invited to join us in a safe, fun, and multi-sensory environment where

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.

Canvas Kids

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

Grades K-8 

Thursdays at 3:45 pm 

Book Social and May Baskets at Heritage 1 Clubhouse

1:00pm - 2:15pm
Adults
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join us at Heritage 1 Clubhouse to chat about our favorite books and shows, and decorate nostalgic paper May Baskets. All supplies will be provided. Limit 15 participants.

Family Painting Special - Mother's Day

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

Grades 2-8 with caregiver 

Tuesday, April 29 at 6:30 pm 

Makerspace

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: 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.

Cricut Crafting Club

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español/Bilingual
Event Details:

Mondays on select dates at 5:30 pm. Light refreshments provided.

Cricut Sticker Making

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how to make stickers using Design Space and the Cricut Machine. Take home what you create! Limit of 10.

Cricut Crafting for Beginers

5:30pm - 7:30pm
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: 6
Event Details:

Learn about the Cricut Joy, Cricut Joy Extra, and the heat press, and create a simple craft.

Open to beginners only. Limit of 6. 

Cricut Club

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Select dates at 5:30 pm. Light refreshments provided. Registration opens on the first of the month for that month. Please register for only one session per month. 

Fabric Painting and Heritage II Clubhouse

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

Please call to register or register in person. Registration begins July 1st.

Join us for an afternoon of Batkin Fabric painting. All supplies will be provided. This program is off-site.

Cricut Club

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Select dates at 5:30 pm. Light refreshments provided. Registration opens on the first of the month for that month. Please register for only one session per month. 

Cricut Club

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Select dates at 5:30 pm. Light refreshments provided. Registration opens on the first of the month for that month. Please register for only one session per month. 

Cricut Club

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Select dates at 5:30 pm. Light refreshments provided. Registration opens on the first of the month for that month. Please register for only one session per month.