This event is in the "Adults" group Loom Knitting Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 14 2026 Sat Loom Knitting 10:00am–12:00pm Arts & Crafts 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.
Strictly Self Defense Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 1:30pm View Details Registration Required Nov 14 2026 Sat Strictly Self Defense 10:30am–1:30pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Registration Required Event Details: Join Lindsey Daehnke, founder and lead instructor of Strictly Self Defense, for a trauma-informed program focused on empowerment and personal safety.
This event is in the "Adults" group Young Adult (for Adults) Book Club Tuesday, November 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 ... Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 17 2026 Tue Young Adult (for Adults) Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Book Club 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 SNAP Help Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm 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... View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 18 2026 Wed SNAP Help 10:00am–12:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Film Club Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm Program Type: Movie Age Group: Adults Film Club: Enjoy watching a film on the Library's big screen with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 19 2026 Thu Film Club 5:00pm–8:00pm Movie Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movie Registration Required Enjoy watching a film on the Library's big screen with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie.
This event is in the "Adults" group Knot Just for Knitters Thursday, November 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 19 2026 Thu Knot Just for Knitters 6:00pm–7:30pm Arts & Crafts 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 "All Ages" group Friends of The Crete Public Library District Meeting Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Age Group: All Ages View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 24 2026 Tue Friends of The Crete Public Library District Meeting 6:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Join The Friends of The Crete Public Library for their monthly meetings.
Thanksgiving Eve Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm Closing Nov 25 2026 Wed Closing Thanksgiving Eve 5:00pm–8:00pm Branches: Crete Public Library District
Thanksgiving All Day Closing Nov 26 2026 Thu Closing Thanksgiving All Day Branches: Crete Public Library District
Crete Creative: 9th Annual Regional Showcase Opening Reception & Art Market Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm View Details Nov 28 2026 Sat Crete Creative: 9th Annual Regional Showcase Opening Reception & Art Market 11:00am–1:00pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room
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... Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 30 2026 Mon Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Book Club, Cooking 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.
SNAP Help Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm 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... View Details Dec 2 2026 Wed SNAP Help 1:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Board Room 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 Sci-Fi Book Club Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 2 2026 Wed Sci-Fi Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Book Club 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, December 2, 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 2 2026 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 Registration Required 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Knot Just for Knitters Thursday, December 3, 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 3 2026 Thu Knot Just for Knitters 1:00pm–4:00pm Arts & Crafts 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 Adult Writing Group Monday, December 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 7 2026 Mon Adult Writing Group 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room Age Group: Adults Registration Required Event Details: Join novice and experienced writers alike and hear their stories, as well as share your own. New members are welcome. Even-Number Months: Bring your writing. Email Cassandra for the writing prompt. Email: coconnell@cretelibrary.orgOdd-Number Months: Writing workshop. Bring yourself, a pen, and a notebook. 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, December 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 12 2026 Sat Loom Knitting 10:00am–12:00pm Arts & Crafts 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 "Adults" group CPLD Book Discussion Group Monday, December 14, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 14 2026 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. Feb. 9th: I See You've Called In Dead by John KenneyMar. 9th: Destroy This House by Amanda UhleApr.
This event is in the "Adults" group Young Adult (for Adults) Book Club Tuesday, December 15, 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 ... Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 15 2026 Tue Young Adult (for Adults) Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Book Club 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 SNAP Help Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm 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... View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 16 2026 Wed SNAP Help 10:00am–12:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Knot Just for Knitters Thursday, December 17, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 17 2026 Thu Knot Just for Knitters 6:00pm–7:30pm Arts & Crafts 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.
Christmas Eve All Day Closing Dec 24 2026 Thu Closing Christmas Eve All Day Branches: Crete Public Library District
Christmas Day All Day Closing Dec 25 2026 Fri Closing Christmas Day All Day Branches: Crete Public Library District
New Year's Eve All Day Closing Dec 31 2026 Thu Closing New Year's Eve All Day Branches: Crete Public Library District
