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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. 

Storybook Bites

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

Ages 3-5 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.

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. 

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. 

Ice Cream Taste Test

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:

Grades 3-5
Thursday September 25 at 3:30 pm

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. 

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.

Friday Night Special: Books, Beer and BBQ

6:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Pulaski Lounge
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Friday Night Specials, Gaming & Trivia, Music & Dance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of music, games, and local flavors!  Sample craft beers from local brewers, while enjoying live music by Bourbon Aristocracy.  Treat yourself to Firewater BBQ and enjoy a round of mini golf or shoot some

Leslie Goddard: Retro Food from the 1940s through the 1960s

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

Take a nostalgic look at food innovations and marketing from the 40s to the 60s, exploring how society and technology influenced American eating habits through classic cookbooks, advertisements, and family magazines.  

Marshmallow Slime

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

It’s sticky, sweet, and as much fun to play with as it is to eat! Due to popular demand, we are bringing back our marshmallow slime program. Join us as we make this sweet food that’s as much fun to play with as it is to eat. Limit 16 children.

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 Meetup! S'mores & BINGO

6:30pm–7:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Gaming & Trivia
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. 

Rolling Kimbap (Korean Sushi)

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to assemble your own kimbap out of seaweed, rice, carrots, eggs, and other ingredients. Take home your own roll of kimbap! Limit of 12. 

Tasty Travels

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

Tuesday, October 21 at 3:30 pm | Grades K-3rd

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. 

Level Up! Candy Around the World

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

Gr. 4-8

Starting Sunday, October 19 while supplies last

Travel around the world by sampling candy from different countries.  Which will you like the best, a Flake from England or maybe a caramel from Ireland?  Limit 12.

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

Storybook Bites

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

Ages 3-5 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.

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. 

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. 

Holiday Teas Kit

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

Grades 4-8