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Friends Book Sale

9:30am–4:45pm
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Friends of the Library Book Sale 

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

2:30pm–4:45pm
Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Movie
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 "Teens" group
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: No space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:
High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.

Friends Book Sale

9:30am–4:45pm
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Friends of the Library Book Sale 

This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers/PreK" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

Love on a Leash

11:00am–12:00pm
Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School
Performance
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required

Snuggle up and read to a pup! The dogs from Love on a Leash will be visiting us to spend one-on-one reading time with you.

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community 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
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: No space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:
High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.
This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: No space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:
High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.
This event is in the "Grade School" group

Kids Recycled Fawn Figure (K-2nd)

5:00pm–6:00pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
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)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
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

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Book Club, Cooking
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
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: No space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:
High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn about Tablets and e-Readers

10:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Technology Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this informal presentation about tablets and e-Readers. We will talk about Android, Apple iPad and Amazon Fire tablets, as well as dedicated e-readers like the Amazon Kindle and Barnes & Noble Nook.

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
This event is in the "All Ages" group

ASL Class

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join instructor Sandi Smigel for a 7-week American Sign Language (ASL) course designed to build skills week by week.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: No space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:
High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.
This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: No space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:
High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Mom's Coffee Clutch (Kids)

6:00pm–7:30pm
Families, Adults
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Families, Adults
Event Details:

This program is only available for parents attending Mom's Coffee Clutch. Please, call the library for more information or if you are attending the Mom's Coffee Clutch program. 

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

Mom's Coffee Clutch (Parents)

6:00pm–7:30pm
Families, Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever felt overwhelmed as a mom or stayed up at night worrying about your kids? You aren’t alone! Join us for conversation, a sense of community, laughter, and support!

This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: No space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:
High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.
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

2:30pm–4:45pm
Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Movie
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 "Teens" group
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: No space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:
High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.
This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: No space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:
High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.
This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: No space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:
High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.