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SNAP Help

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
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.

Sci-Fi Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Book Club
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 44
Event Details:

Come discuss a new Science Fiction book each month at the Library. Copies of the book will be available in advance at the Library. 

This month's book is Annihilation by Jeff Vander Meer

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Silent Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knot Just for Knitters

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Teens, 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Make a Fleece Blanket to Donate

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us to make blankets for the cats and dogs of the South Suburban Humane Society. Materials will be provided for each person to make a small, no-sew fleece blanket.

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

Gardening Basics for Everyone

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Teens, Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 57
Event Details:

This program is designed for the absolute beginner gardener, specifically those who have been assigned to one of the raised beds in the Library's Jan Heideman Community Garden, but anyone is welcome to attend.

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. 

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

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.

Retro Movie Fridays Spring 2025 Dates and Titles

  • 3/7: Romancing the Stone--Rated PG
  • 3/14: Hidalgo--Rated PG-13
  • 3/21: 300--Rated R
  • 3/28: How To Train Your Dragon--Rated PG
  • 4/4: Ferngully: The Last Rainfo

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.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

In collaboration with Walt's Food Center, 1100 E Exchange, Crete, the Crete Public Library will be hosting a shredding event in the Walt's parking lot. 

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. 

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.

Watercolor Painting with Maggie Ricci

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grade School, Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Grade School, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to try watercolor painting?! Well, we have just the class for you!

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

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration 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.

Between Two Comets: The Life of Mark Twain

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Performance
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Mark Twain, an American writer, lived between the Halley's Comets of 1835 and 1910 and produced some of the most cherished and debated literature of the 19th century.

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.

Relaxation Tai Chi-gong for Seniors

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Come take care of yourself and learn a gentle form of Tai chi-gong with Brian Thompson. Together, we will practice 3 simple, proven relaxation and breathing techniques that you can do anywhere.

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.

Garden Planning: The Big Switch

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 69
Event Details:

This garden program will be centered around garden planning, why planting natives matters, and how to make the switch in home landscapes to all natives or to incorporating natives. 

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. 

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.
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Month with BlackForager, Alexis Nikole Nelson. A forager, outdoor educator, chef, and influencer based in Ohio, Nelson uses her platforms to yell, sing, and celebrate all the edible plants hiding in plain sight.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Trivia Night at Evil Horse

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Adults
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Compete on your own or bring a group of friends with you. Prizes will be awarded. Seating is first come, first served.

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.

Retro Movie Fridays Spring 2025 Dates and Titles

  • 3/7: Romancing the Stone--Rated PG
  • 3/14: Hidalgo--Rated PG-13
  • 3/21: 300--Rated R
  • 3/28: How To Train Your Dragon--Rated PG
  • 4/4: Ferngully: The Last Rainfo

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Blackout Poetry Workshop

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Celebrate National Poetry Month with Crete Creative as we explore the history at the root of "Blackout Poetry" and create visual poetry.

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. 

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.

Anime for All

6:00pm - 7:30pm
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: 18
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.

 Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead poster

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

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Board 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 The Widow's Guide To Dead Bastards by Jessica Waite

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.

1950s Songs of the Silver Screen

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Celebrate the 1950s! Join us for a carefully crafted collection of historic film clips that focus on award-winning films and outstanding performances from the 1950s. Later films that paid homage to the 1950s in various ways are also included.

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.

Young Adult (for Adults) Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.

Promise Boys by Nick Brooks.This mon

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

9:30am - 11:30am
Adults
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.

Library Board Meeting

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The Crete Library Board of Trustees will meet for their monthly meeting.  This meeting is open to the public.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Relaxation Tai Chi-gong for Seniors

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Come take care of yourself and learn a gentle form of Tai chi-gong with Brian Thompson. Together, we will practice 3 simple, proven relaxation and breathing techniques that you can do anywhere.

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.