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2026 Tiny Art Show: Tiny Art Kit Pickup

All Day 1/6–1/26
Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
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:

The Tiny Art Show is back for 2026! Unleash your inner artist and pick up a kit at the Adult or Children’s Information Desk.

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.
 

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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.

Winter 2026 Retro Movie Friday Movies
December 2025 – February 2026

12/5: Oliver & Company (1988) - G
12/12: Troop Beverly Hills (1989) - PG
12/19: Chicken Run (2000) - G

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

Winter 2026 Retro Movie Friday Movies
December 2025 – February 2026

12/5: Oliver & Company (1988) - G
12/12: Troop Beverly Hills (1989) - PG
12/19: Chicken Run (2000) - G

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.

MLK Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
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
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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.

Winter 2026 Retro Movie Friday Movies
December 2025 – February 2026

12/5: Oliver & Company (1988) - G
12/12: Troop Beverly Hills (1989) - PG
12/19: Chicken Run (2000) - G

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
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

2026 Tiny Art Show: Tiny Art Due

All Day
Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
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:

2026 Tiny Art Show artwork are due. Please return all completed tiny art to either the Adult or Youth Information Desk. 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 "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.

Winter 2026 Retro Movie Friday Movies
December 2025 – February 2026

12/5: Oliver & Company (1988) - G
12/12: Troop Beverly Hills (1989) - PG
12/19: Chicken Run (2000) - G

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
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.

Winter 2026 Retro Movie Friday Movies
December 2025 – February 2026

12/5: Oliver & Company (1988) - G
12/12: Troop Beverly Hills (1989) - PG
12/19: Chicken Run (2000) - G

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
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.

Winter 2026 Retro Movie Friday Movies
December 2025 – February 2026

12/5: Oliver & Company (1988) - G
12/12: Troop Beverly Hills (1989) - PG
12/19: Chicken Run (2000) - G

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.

President's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
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.

Winter 2026 Retro Movie Friday Movies
December 2025 – February 2026

12/5: Oliver & Company (1988) - G
12/12: Troop Beverly Hills (1989) - PG
12/19: Chicken Run (2000) - G

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
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

Tiny Art Show Reception and Silent Auction

2:00pm–3:00pm
Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Crete Public Library District in celebrating all the artists and their visions at the reception for the 4th annual Tiny Art Show. Enjoy complimentary refreshments. Also, we will be hosting a silent auction on all eligible art.

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. 

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 "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.

Winter 2026 Retro Movie Friday Movies
December 2025 – February 2026

12/5: Oliver & Company (1988) - G
12/12: Troop Beverly Hills (1989) - PG
12/19: Chicken Run (2000) - G

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.

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

4th of July

All Day 7/3–7/4
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Thanksgiving Eve

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Thanksgiving

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Christmas Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

New Year's Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District