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Teen Volunteer Thursday

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Volunteer Thursday:

Middle and High Schoolers earn hours for their school community service requirements while making something for others or the Library. Registration required.The Library does not of...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Middle and High Schoolers earn hours for their school community service requirements while making something for others or the Library. Registration required.

The Library does not offer court-ordered community service hours.

Spring 2026 Activities

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.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Quilting Program Part 1

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in this 2 part class as we celebrate National Quilting Day (March 21) where you will learn the basics to make a table runner  Participants should plan to attend both sessions.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Mimic the Masters: Teen Art Club

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Mimic the Masters: Teen Art Club:

Explore and create art from methods used by master artists or art movements. All supplies are provided.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore and create art from methods used by master artists or art movements. All supplies are provided.

Learn about the art movement Neo-Impressionistic and paint in the style of pointillism.

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. 

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.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knot Just for Knitters

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Knot Just for Knitters:

Join us to socialize while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. New members are welcome.

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Join us to socialize while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. New members are welcome.

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.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Quilting Program Part 2

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in this 2 part class as we celebrate National Quilting Day (March 21) where you will learn the basics to make a table runner  Participants should plan to attend both sessions.

This event is in the "Grade School" group

Shadow Box Collages for Kids (K-2nd)

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Students will learn how to curate their own shadow box collections, using collaged images, trinkets and ephemera. Shadow boxes and all art supplies will be provided. Please dress students accordingly, as we will be using glue.

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. 

This event is in the "Grade School" group

Shadow Box Collages for Kids (3rd-5th)

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Students will learn how to curate their own shadow box collections, using collaged images, trinkets and ephemera. Shadow boxes and all art supplies will be provided. Please dress students accordingly, as we will be using glue.

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. 

Late Open

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Knot Just for Knitters

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Knot Just for Knitters:

Join us to socialize while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. New members are welcome.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Join us to socialize while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. New members are welcome.

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.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Sew for Charity

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a sewing workshop to create chemo port cushions and neck pillows for Franciscan Hospital in Olympia Fields, IL.  Some sewing experience is suggested. If you have your own machine, feel free to bring it.  If you do n

This event is in the "Adults" group

Seeing Small: The Art and Technique of Macro Photography Part 1

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this session, you will be introduced to the fundamentals of close-up and macro photography, including equipment and techniques.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Volunteer Thursday

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Volunteer Thursday:

Middle and High Schoolers earn hours for their school community service requirements while making something for others or the Library. Registration required.The Library does not of...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Middle and High Schoolers earn hours for their school community service requirements while making something for others or the Library. Registration required.

The Library does not offer court-ordered community service hours.

Spring 2026 Activities

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.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Loom Knitting

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and learn the basic knit stitch, or, if you have mastered the knit stitch, come and learn to purl. Small looms and limited amounts of yarn will be available for use, but if you have your own round or long looms, please bring them.

This event is in the "Grade School" group

Kid Creatives: Runaway Rabbits (K-2nd)

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is for K through 2nd grade. It's time to get crafty! This month make your own racing rabbits.

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. 

This event is in the "Grade School" group

Kid Creatives: Runaway Rabbits (3rd-5th)

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is for 3rd through 5th grade. It's time to get crafty! This month make your own racing rabbits.

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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Artisan Bead Bracelet Workshop

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own one-of-a-kind bracelet using a variety of beautiful artisan beads! All materials provided. Perfect for beginners and jewelry lovers alike.

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. 

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.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knot Just for Knitters

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Knot Just for Knitters:

Join us to socialize while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. New members are welcome.

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Join us to socialize while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. New members are welcome.

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.
 

This event is in the "Grade School" group

Kids Recycled Fawn Figure (K-2nd)

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome spring by creating your own eco-friendly fawn out of dried flower petals and recycled cereal boxes! Students will practice painting patterns to match fawn coats and learning to assemble a simple spring meadow.

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. 

This event is in the "Grade School" group

Kids Recycled Fawn Figure (3rd-5th)

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome spring by creating your own eco-friendly fawn out of dried flower petals and recycled cereal boxes! Students will practice painting patterns to match fawn coats and learning to assemble a simple spring meadow.

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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Knot Just for Knitters

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Knot Just for Knitters:

Join us to socialize while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. New members are welcome.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Join us to socialize while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. New members are welcome.

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.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Loom Knitting

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and learn the basic knit stitch, or, if you have mastered the knit stitch, come and learn to purl. Small looms and limited amounts of yarn will be available for use, but if you have your own round or long looms, please bring them.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Volunteer Thursday

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Volunteer Thursday:

Middle and High Schoolers earn hours for their school community service requirements while making something for others or the Library. Registration required.The Library does not of...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Middle and High Schoolers earn hours for their school community service requirements while making something for others or the Library. Registration required.

The Library does not offer court-ordered community service hours.

Spring 2026 Activities

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.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Seeing Small: The Art and Technique of Macro Photography Part 2

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this session, the group will go on a 'field trip' just outside the library to the flower garden.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Paint in Place

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required