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Lucille Ball

Lucille Ball

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

In the 1950s, comedienne Lucille Ball captured the hearts of television audiences across the nation. Her wacky hijinks and fearless enthusiasm kept thousands laughing.

How to Listen to Podcasts

How to Listen to Podcasts

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Program Type:

Technology Class

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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 how to find and listen to podcasts. Similar to talk radio programs, podcasts are available for countless subjects, and you can listen to them whenever you like.

Sew for Charity

Sew for Charity

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a sewing workshop to create chemo port cushions and neck pillows for Franciscan Hospital in Olympia Fields, IL.  Some sewing experience is suggested. If you have your own machine, feel free to bring it.  If you do n

Loom Knitting

Loom Knitting

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
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.

Learn about Tablets and e-Readers

Learn about Tablets and e-Readers

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Program Type:

Technology Class

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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.

Loom Knitting

Loom Knitting

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
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.

What is AI?

What is AI?

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Program Type:

Technology Class

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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 Artificial Intelligence. We will give an overview of the benefits and drawbacks regarding this topic.

Loom Knitting

Loom Knitting

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
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.

Loom Knitting

Loom Knitting

Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
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.

Loom Knitting

Loom Knitting

Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
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.

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Thanksgiving

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Knot Just for Knitters

1:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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.
 

Loom Knitting

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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.

Knot Just for Knitters

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
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
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