This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers/PreK" 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. 2025 Tiny Art Show: Tiny Art Due All Day Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers/PreK" 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. Jan 28 2025 Tue 2025 Tiny Art Show: Tiny Art Due All Day Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: No space Age Group: Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: 2025 Tiny Art Show artwork is due. For all ages and skill levels. 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. All Aboard the Orphan Train: Traveling Exhibit All Day Age Group: Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 28 2025 Tue All Aboard the Orphan Train: Traveling Exhibit All Day 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 "Adults" group. Orphan Train Book Discussion Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Age Group: Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 28 2025 Tue Orphan Train Book Discussion 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Details: Join us to discuss Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. Copies of the novel will be available in advance at the Library. 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. Orphan Train Book Discussion Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Age Group: Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 28 2025 Tue Orphan Train Book Discussion 6:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Join us to discuss Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. Copies of the novel will be available in advance at the Library. 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. All Aboard the Orphan Train: Traveling Exhibit All Day Age Group: Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 29 2025 Wed All Aboard the Orphan Train: Traveling Exhibit All Day 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 "Adults" group. All Aboard the Orphan Train: Traveling Exhibit All Day Age Group: Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 30 2025 Thu All Aboard the Orphan Train: Traveling Exhibit All Day 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 "Adults" group. Sandra McKay Author Reading & Panel Discussion Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Age Group: Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 30 2025 Thu Sandra McKay Author Reading & Panel Discussion 5:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Required Seats Remaining: 80 Event Details: Join us for a special event with author Sandra McKay, as she reads from her novel, A Place for Me: An Orphan’s Journey Home.
This event is in the "Adults" group. All Aboard the Orphan Train: Traveling Exhibit All Day Age Group: Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 31 2025 Fri All Aboard the Orphan Train: Traveling Exhibit All Day 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 "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 Fridays Friday, January 31, 2025 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 responsibility to monitor their children's attend... Required 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. Jan 31 2025 Fri Retro Movie Fridays 2:30pm - 4:45pm Movie Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room Age Group: Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Movie Required Seats Remaining: 20 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 responsibility to monitor their children's attendance and viewing habits. All movies will end at 3:00 pm if no one attends. Watch Coach Carter (2005). Rated PG-13. 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. All Aboard the Orphan Train: Traveling Exhibit All Day Age Group: Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 1 2025 Sat All Aboard the Orphan Train: Traveling Exhibit All Day 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 "Adults" group. Hidden Messages in Negro Spirituals on the Underground Railroad Monday, February 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Age Group: Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 3 2025 Mon Hidden Messages in Negro Spirituals on the Underground Railroad 6:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Required Seats Remaining: 80 Event Details: Powerful, sacred songs that derived from the heart of the antebellum enslaved African were melodic outflowings of religious expression, passion, and the hope to be free. 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. Adult Writing Group Monday, February 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Age Group: Adults Adult Writing Group: Join novice and experienced writers alike and hear their stories, as well as share your own. New members are welcome. Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 3 2025 Mon Adult Writing Group 6:30pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room Age Group: Adults Required Seats Remaining: 10 Join novice and experienced writers alike and hear their stories, as well as share your own. 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. An Evening with James McBride Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Age Group: Adults Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 4 2025 Tue An Evening with James McBride 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Virtual Age Group: Adults Event Details: Description coming soon.
This event is in the "Adults" group. SNAP Help Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm 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... This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 5 2025 Wed SNAP Help 1:00pm - 4:00pm 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. 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. Silent Book Club Wednesday, February 5, 2025 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 5 2025 Wed Silent Book Club 6:00pm - 7:30pm Book Club Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Adult Services Department Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Join us to read together in quiet camaraderie with the book of your choice. A short discussion follows an hour of reading. 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 "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 Fridays Friday, February 7, 2025 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 responsibility to monitor their children's attend... Required 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. Feb 7 2025 Fri Retro Movie Fridays 2:30pm - 4:45pm Movie Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room Age Group: Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Movie Required Seats Remaining: 20 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 responsibility to monitor their children's attendance and viewing habits. All movies will end at 3:00 pm if no one attends. Watch Iron Will (1994). Rated PG. 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Anime for All Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Program Type: Movie Age Group: Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages Anime Club for All: Do you love anime? Join us for anime screenings. We will show anime of all ratings. It is the parent’s responsibility to monitor their children’s attendance and viewing habits. Required 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. Feb 10 2025 Mon Anime for All 6:00pm - 7:30pm Movie Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Movie Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Do you love anime? Join us for anime screenings. We will show anime of all ratings. It is the parent’s responsibility to monitor their children’s attendance and viewing habits. Watch first three episodes of first season of March Comes In Like a Lion. Rated TV-PG. 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. CPLD Book Discussion Group Monday, February 10, 2025 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 10 2025 Mon CPLD Book Discussion Group 6:30pm - 7:30pm Book Club 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. This month's book is to be decided. 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. Make a Mini Scrapbook Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 11 2025 Tue Make a Mini Scrapbook 5:30pm - 7:30pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Learn how to make an 8-page mini scrapbook. All you need to bring is 15-20 printed photos, the rest of the supplies will be provided. Beginners welcome. Limited class size. 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. Chocolate Lovers Workshop Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Adults Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 12 2025 Wed Chocolate Lovers Workshop 6:30pm - 8:00pm Cooking Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Required Seats Remaining: 38 Event Details: Just in time for Valentine’s Day, indulge in the rich, luxurious world of chocolate. Learn the techniques for tempering chocolate, making ganache, and crafting chocolate desserts that will enchant your special someone.
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 Fridays Friday, February 14, 2025 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 responsibility to monitor their children's attend... Required 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. Feb 14 2025 Fri Retro Movie Fridays 2:30pm - 4:45pm Movie Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room Age Group: Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Movie Required Seats Remaining: 20 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 responsibility to monitor their children's attendance and viewing habits. All movies will end at 3:00 pm if no one attends. Watch 10 Things I Hate About You (1999). Rated PG-13. 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.
Crete Creative Board Meeting Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am Feb 15 2025 Sat Crete Creative Board Meeting 9:30am - 11:30am Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Presidents Day All Day Closing Feb 17 2025 Mon Closing Presidents Day All Day Branches: Crete Public Library District Description: The Library will be closed for the holiday.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Meet Lucy Pettengill, Station Operator on the Underground Railroad Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Age Group: Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Meet Lucy Pettengill, Station Operator on the Underground Railroad 6:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Required Seats Remaining: 50 Event Details: Lucy Pettengill was a resident of Peoria, IL, in March 1857. Learn about the struggles she and her fellow abolitionists encountered, in order to assist freedom seekers on their way north. 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.
