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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec
14
2025
Sun
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
December 12-December 23 | Best for ages 7 and under
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec
15
2025
Mon
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
December 12-December 23 | Best for ages 7 and under
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec
16
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
December 12-December 23 | Best for ages 7 and under
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec
17
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
December 12-December 23 | Best for ages 7 and under
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec
18
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
December 12-December 23 | Best for ages 7 and under
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec
19
2025
Fri
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
December 12-December 23 | Best for ages 7 and under
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec
20
2025
Sat
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
December 12-December 23 | Best for ages 7 and under
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec
14
2025
Sun
Level Up! Candy Around the World Europe
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Gr. 4-8 Starting Sunday, December 14 while supplies last
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
15
2025
Mon
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Informational,
Literature & Writing
Event Details:
Quarterly Book Box Pick-ups start Monday, December 15
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec
16
2025
Tue
Registration Begins for Level Up! Button Bash
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Technology
Event Details:
Beat those winter blues with buttons! Join us and create your very own buttons perfect for your backpacks. Limit 6 per time slot. The program will be held on Tuesday, December 30. Please choose either one time slot: 2:30-3:00 or 3:30-4:00.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec
14
2025
Sun
Level-Up! Beadable Christmas Pens and Tree Ornaments
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Grades 4-8 Starting Sunday, December 14 while supplies last
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
20
2025
Sat
Alebrijes Ornament Painting (Adults)
1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens,
Adults
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room:
Meeting Room 2
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
En Español/Bilingual
Event Details:
Alebrijes Ornament Painting Saturday, December 20 at 1:00 pm
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
17
2025
Wed
Writing Roundup: Holiday Gathering
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room:
Meeting Room 1
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Literature & Writing
Event Details:
Join us to do the writing of your choice, followed by an optional time of sharing. Supplies, optional prompts and holiday refreshments provided.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec
17
2025
Wed
Reading Dragons Monthly Meetings
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room:
Youth Services Program Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Gaming & Trivia,
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec
18
2025
Thu
Bling My Book: Holiday Sparkle
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Grades 3rd-8th Thursday, December 18 at 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.
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Dec
15
2025
Mon
Wiggles & Jammies Holiday Party
6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids,
Family
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Age Group:
Kids,
Family
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Music & Dance,
Play & Learn,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Monday, December 15 at 6pm | 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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Dec
16
2025
Tue
Christmas Family Painting
6:30pm–7:30pm
Kids,
Family
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room:
Youth Services Program Room
Age Group:
Kids,
Family
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Gr. 2-8 with caregiver Tuesday, December 16 at 6:30 pm Bring your favorite adult and each paint a beautiful Christmas picture. Limit 20 total. Only one caregiver per family.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
16
2025
Tue
Basic Drawing with Sandy Safranek
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room:
Meeting Room 3
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
In this 2-hour drawing class you will explore black and white charcoal while creating a winter landscape. Bring your own winter scene photos or use ones provided. All supplies included. 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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
17
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room:
Meeting Room 2
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Come to our open lab classes and learn how to turn your favorite old family photos, home recordings, and video cassettes into digital keepsakes.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
18
2025
Thu
The Making of A Christmas Story
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room:
Meeting Room 3
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
History,
Movies
Event Details:
A Christmas Story debuted more than 40 years ago, but every year, millions of Americans still love to watch the beloved film about a kid named Ralphie as he navigates the Christmas season hoping to secure the “holy grail” of Chr
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
19
2025
Fri
Library Branch:
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room:
Meeting Room 2
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Movies
Event Details:
Join us for a cozy evening as we watch The Nightmare Before Christmas. Bring your friends, eat some snacks, and enjoy this spooky but fun classic. Must be in high school (grades 9th-12th). Limit of 10.
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