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Cheesecake 101

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to wow your holiday guests with luscious, creamy cheesecakes! In this class, you’ll learn the secrets to a perfectly smooth base, how to avoid cracks, and how to create both classic and fun flavor twists.

Christmas Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Christmas

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

New Year's Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

New Year's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
This event is in the "Adults" group

Grains and Greens

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Give your winter meals a wholesome refresh with hearty grains and flavorful greens. We’ll explore vibrant recipes like warm grain bowls, stuffed greens, and flavorful pilafs that prove nutritious can still be comforting.

MLK Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club, Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Book Appétit:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the coo...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the cookbook will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

2026 Book Appetit: Cookbook Book Club Selections

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Brownies, Blondies & Brookies

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the sweetest month of the year with the ultimate trio of bar treats! We’ll bake up rich, fudgy brownies, chewy blondies, and brookies. Learn tips for customizing textures, flavors, and swirls to create your own signature bars.

President's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club, Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Book Appétit:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the coo...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the cookbook will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

2026 Book Appetit: Cookbook Book Club Selections

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club, Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Book Appétit:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the coo...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the cookbook will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

2026 Book Appetit: Cookbook Book Club Selections

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club, Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Book Appétit:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the coo...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the cookbook will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

2026 Book Appetit: Cookbook Book Club Selections

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.
 

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

Monday, June 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club, Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Book Appétit:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the coo...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the cookbook will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

2026 Book Appetit: Cookbook Book Club Selections

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.
 

4th of July

All Day 7/3 - 7/4
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

Monday, July 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club, Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Book Appétit:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the coo...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the cookbook will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

2026 Book Appetit: Cookbook Book Club Selections

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

Monday, August 31, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club, Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Book Appétit:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the coo...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the cookbook will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

2026 Book Appetit: Cookbook Book Club Selections

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.
 

Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

Monday, September 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club, Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Book Appétit:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the coo...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the cookbook will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

2026 Book Appetit: Cookbook Book Club Selections

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

Monday, October 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club, Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Book Appétit:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the coo...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the cookbook will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

2026 Book Appetit: Cookbook Book Club Selections

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.
 

Thanksgiving Eve

Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Thanksgiving

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

Monday, November 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club, Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Book Appétit:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the coo...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the cookbook will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

2026 Book Appetit: Cookbook Book Club Selections

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.