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Sci-Fi Book Club

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come discuss a Science Fiction book each month at the Library. Copies of the book will be available in advance at the Library. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Silent Book Club

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Silent Book Club:

Join us to read together in quiet camaraderie with the book of your choice. A short discussion follows an hour of reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Adult Services Department
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required

Join us to read together in quiet camaraderie with the book of your choice. A short discussion follows an hour of reading.

Loom Knitting

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Board Room
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 "Families" group
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Retro Movie Friday

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:45pm
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Retro Movie Fridays:

Watch a retro movie from the 80s, 90s, or early 2000s every Friday. Movies rated "G" through "R" will be shown. It is the parent's/guardian's responsibility to monitor their childr...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Watch a retro movie from the 80s, 90s, or early 2000s every Friday. Movies rated "G" through "R" will be shown. It is the parent's/guardian's responsibility to monitor their children's attendance and viewing habits. All movies will end at 3:00 pm if no one attends.

Spring 2026 Retro Movie Friday

Disclaimer(s)

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. 

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 "Families" group

Muffins with a Mystery Reader (Families)

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families
Muffins with a Mystery Reader:

Start your weekend with a delicious treat while enjoying stories and songs with Ms. Kerry and our Mystery Reader.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Start your weekend with a delicious treat while enjoying stories and songs with Ms. Kerry and our Mystery Reader.

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. 

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.

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

CPLD Book Discussion Group

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
CPLD Book Discussion Group:

Come discuss a new book each month at the Library. Copies of the book will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come discuss a new book each month at the Library. Copies of the book will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

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Strange, Dark, and Funny Origins of Everyday Sayings

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the darkly funny origins of everyday phrases in “Strange, Dark, and Funny Origins of Everyday Sayings” with entertainer Dale Obrochta.

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 reserves the right to change or cancel reservations should a conflict arise in which a Library-sponsored event needs the use of a room. Should the Library cancel a scheduled reservation due to a conflict, all fees will be refunded. 

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

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

Trivia Night at Evil Horse

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Age Group:
Adults
Trivia Night at Evil Horse:

Compete on your own or bring a group of friends with you. Prizes will be awarded. Seating is first come, first served.

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required

Compete on your own or bring a group of friends with you. Prizes will be awarded. Seating is first come, first served.

This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Retro Movie Friday

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:45pm
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Retro Movie Fridays:

Watch a retro movie from the 80s, 90s, or early 2000s every Friday. Movies rated "G" through "R" will be shown. It is the parent's/guardian's responsibility to monitor their childr...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Watch a retro movie from the 80s, 90s, or early 2000s every Friday. Movies rated "G" through "R" will be shown. It is the parent's/guardian's responsibility to monitor their children's attendance and viewing habits. All movies will end at 3:00 pm if no one attends.

Spring 2026 Retro Movie Friday

Disclaimer(s)

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. 

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

Ukulele Suburbia Meetup

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly social Ukulele playing meeting.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Quilting Program

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 "Grade School" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Pokemon Club

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Age Group:
Grade School, Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Grade School, Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your Pokemon cards to trade and battle or just hang out and have some Pokemon fun! (Try to defeat Gym Leader Dan for a prize!)

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

Young Adult (for Adults) Book Club

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Young Adult (for Adults) Book Club:

Are you an adult who loves or is interested in Young Adult (YA) literature? If so, come to one of our meetings where we will discuss new and classic young adult literature. Copies ...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you an adult who loves or is interested in Young Adult (YA) literature? If so, come to one of our meetings where we will discuss new and classic young adult literature. Copies of the book will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

2026 Young Adult (for Adults) Book Club Selections

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

Lucille Ball

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

In the 1950s, comedienne Lucille Ball captured the hearts of television audiences across the nation. Her wacky hijinks and fearless enthusiasm kept thousands laughing.

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

SNAP Help

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Age Group:
Adults
SNAP Help:

A SNAP Outreach Case Manager from Respond Now will assist people with the Illinois Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as Food Stamps or Link Card. First c...

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults

A SNAP Outreach Case Manager from Respond Now will assist people with the Illinois Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as Food Stamps or Link Card. First come, first served. Sign in upon arrival.

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

Beyond the Page with Percival Everett

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Age Group:
Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Industrious, irreverent, humble–though he may deny the accusation–Percival Everett, like his fiction, defies categorization.

This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Retro Movie Friday

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:45pm
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Retro Movie Fridays:

Watch a retro movie from the 80s, 90s, or early 2000s every Friday. Movies rated "G" through "R" will be shown. It is the parent's/guardian's responsibility to monitor their childr...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Watch a retro movie from the 80s, 90s, or early 2000s every Friday. Movies rated "G" through "R" will be shown. It is the parent's/guardian's responsibility to monitor their children's attendance and viewing habits. All movies will end at 3:00 pm if no one attends.

Spring 2026 Retro Movie Friday

Disclaimer(s)

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. 

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

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. Supplies will be provided, but

This event is in the "Adults" group

Daughters of the American Revolution

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Sauk Trails Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution for a Public Genealogy Workshop.

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

The Life and Times of Babe Ruth

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

So you think you know a lot about Babe Ruth? Author and Baseball Historian Gary Livacari will discuss the life and times of Babe Ruth.

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.