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Comics & Cookies: Lemon Bird Can Help

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Grade School
Book Club
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Discuss the book, enjoy some tasty treats, and create a craft. Copies of the book will be available in advance at the Library.

Join us at Comics & Cookies as we discuss Lemon Bird Can Help by Paulina Ganucheau, make a craft, and enjoy some cookies!

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.

This event is in the "Grade School" group.

STEAM Tweens: Dr. Daniel Hale Williams

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grade School
STEAM Class
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: STEAM Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

For Black History Month, each of our STEAM classes will be learning about a different African American scientist and their work. Join us as we learn about Dr.

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. 

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 "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

2:30pm - 4:45pm
Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Movie
Registration
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
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.
 

Presidents Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
Description:

The Library will be closed for the holiday.

This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Swiftie Society: Fearless

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

It is The Best Day, because The Swiftie Society is back! Join us as we listen to Fearless (Taylor's Version), talk all about the album, create a craft and enjoy a snack!

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.

This event is in the "Grade School" group.

STEAM Kids: Sea And Sky

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grade School
STEAM Class
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: STEAM Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

For Black History Month, each of our STEAM classes will be learning about a different African American scientist and their work. STEAM kids will be taking on the sea and the sky as we learn about two important women scientists.

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. 

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 "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

2:30pm - 4:45pm
Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Movie
Registration
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
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 Happy Gilmore (1996). 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 "Grade School" group.

Art Sparks: Charles McGee Relief Sculptures

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us in Art Sparks as we make paper sculptures inspired by the art of Charles McGee.

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. 

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 "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

2:30pm - 4:45pm
Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Movie
Registration
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
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 Absolute Power (1997). Rated R.

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.

Battle of the Books (5th-6th Grade)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grade School
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Grade School
This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Battle of the Books (5th-6th Grade)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grade School
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Battle of the Books (5th-6th Grade)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grade School
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Grade School
This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Battle of the Books (5th-6th Grade)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grade School
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Grade School
This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Battle of the Books (3rd-4th Grade)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grade School
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Grade School
This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Battle of the Books (3rd-4th Grade)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grade School
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Grade School
This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Battle of the Books (3rd-4th Grade)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grade School
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Battle of the Books (3rd-4th Grade)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grade School
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Grade School