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Registration Begins for Help Your Child Learn to Read

All Day
Kids, Family
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Literature & Writing, Play & Learn
Event Details:

Did you know the library is filled with resources to help your child learn to read? From decodable readers, to kits, to games and activities, we are here to help your family as your child becomes a great reader!

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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 Self-Care Kits Grab and Go’s

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

Life can get stressful, this is your reminder to slow down a bit. Stop by and grab a self-care kit made just for you, filled with items and ideas to help you relax, recharge, and take care of yourself. Limit of 10.

 

Closed Easter Sunday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District

Teen Take and Make Crafts

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

Grab a craft kit and get creative on your own time! These take and make kits include everything you need to create a cool project at home. Limit of 5. 

April 6- Stained Glass Bookmarks 

Crayons & Curiosity

3:30pm–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, Storytime, Take & Make
Event Details:

Monday, April 6th at 3:30 pm | Ages 3-5, 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. 

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)

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. 

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)

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. 

Messy Sensory Adventures

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

Ages 1-4 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. 

Crochet Crew

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

Join us for a beginner-friendly crochet club! We will be learning the basics of crocheting and making super fun and creative beginner projects to take home and show off. 

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.

Painting with Heaven Newsom

6:30pm–8:30pm
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:

Join artist Heaven Newsom for a step-by-step painting workshop where you’ll create your own work of art.  Limit of 20.

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.  

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

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. 

Floam Slime

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

Come make this super squishy slime like no other! For kids in grades K-5. Limit 12. Registration begins Wednesday, March 25th.

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.

Youth Cricut Club

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

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.

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. 

Youth Cricut Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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.

Book Social

1:00pm–2:15pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literature & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Share the latest book or show you have enjoyed, or just listen and gather ideas for your winter entertainment. Light refreshments will be served.

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. 

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)

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. 

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)

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. 

Chair Yoga at Heritage II Clubhouse

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join certified yoga instructor Joan Zigulich from Yoga Pathway, LLC for a gentle and relaxing chair yoga class. 

Program will take place at Heritage 2 Clubhouse, 3715 W 123rd Place in Alsip.

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, April 14th at 3:30 pm | Grades K-3rd

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. 

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

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. 

Writing Roundup

2:30pm–3:15pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literature & Writing
Registration Required

If you need a quiet place to start writing, try our Writing Roundup program. We'll provide worksheets with prompts to help you do the writing of your choice: memoirs, creative writing, journaling and more. At the end of the meeting, we'll have an optional time to share our progress.

Mario Kart Tournament

3:30pm–4:15pm
Kids
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Gaming & Trivia
Event Details:

Racers, start your engines! Can you avoid all of the shells and be the first to cross the finish line? For kids in grades K+. Limit 12.

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.