This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Adult Services Department
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

This exhibit from the National Orphan Train Complex (Kansas) gives an overview of the orphan train movement and a few stories of orphan train riders. 

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers/PreK" group.

Tremendous Toddlers

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies/Toddlers/PreK
Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers/PreK
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 14

Singing, dancing, reading, and free play are just part of the fun during these active storytimes.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Drop offs will not be permitted. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Any siblings under the age of 8 must be supervised by an adult while in the Library or join their adult and sibling in the program. 

Due to room capacity and staffing limitations, any groups (including but not limited to preschools, schools, day care centers, senior centers, etc.) wishing to attend will only be admitted if there is space available at the time of the program. Scheduled tours, visits, and storytimes are available to groups upon request and dependent on scheduling and staffing availability. 

The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any library website or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. 

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Comics & Cookies: Fitz & Cleo Put A Party On It

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Grade School
Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Discuss the book, enjoy some tasty treats, and create a craft. Copies of the book will be available in advance at the Library.

Let's celebrate the New Year with Fitz and Cleo! Join us at Comics & Cookies as we read Fitz and Cleo Put a Party On It by Jonathan Stutzman, create a craft, and enjoy some yummy cookies!

Disclaimer(s)

The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any library website or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. 

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Facts and Fictions of the Orphan Train

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 41
Event Details:

There have been movies such as Orphan Train starring Glenn Close, and books such as Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline, but what is the REAL story of the orphan train?

Disclaimer(s)

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the Library at least ten business days prior to a scheduled program.