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Lucy!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Performance
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:

Lucille Ball, the world's favorite clown, has just suffered a flop in the film version of the musical, Mame, and has had her TV series cancelled for the first time ever, so she visits a shrink.

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.
 

Adult Writing Group

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community 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.
 

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.
 

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.
 

AARP Smart Driver

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Take the AARP Smart Driver™ classroom course and you could save money on your auto insurance!

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.
 

Knot Just for Knitters

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Board 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.
 

STEAM Tweens: Paleontologist Pursuit

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: 11
Event Details:

We all know about dinosaurs, but who found them? How do we know so much about them? Who takes care of their bones? The paleontologists!

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. 

AARP Smart Driver

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Second session of the AARP Smart Driver course which began on Thursday, November 7.

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.
 

Retro Movie Fridays

2:30pm - 4:45pm
All Ages
Movie
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: 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.

8 Mile posterWatch 8 Mile (2002).

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.
 

Take Me Back to Kindergarten: For Adults

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This program is geared towards adults in their 30 and 40s. Wasn’t kindergarten so much easier than adulthood? Re-live the simpler days with fun activities you experienced in kindergarten.

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.
 

Pokemon Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Grade School, Teens
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Grade School, Teens
Event Details:

Bring your Pokemon cards to trade and battle or just hang out and have some Pokemon fun! (Try to defeat Gym Leader Dan for a prize!)

Babies' Morning Out

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies/Toddlers/PreK
Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers/PreK
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

At this social hour for caregivers and their babies we will have storytime and movement activities as well as toys for the little ones to enjoy and time for caregivers to visit with each other.

At this social hour for caregivers and their babies we will have storytime and movement activities as well as toys for the little ones to enjoy and time for caregivers to visit one another.

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. 

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. 

Anime for All

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Movie
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: 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.

Watch first three episodes of first season of Gurren Lagann. Rated TV-14.

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.
 

CPLD Book Discussion Group

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community 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 Wishful Drinking by Carrie Fisher.

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.
 

Tremendous Toddlers

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies/Toddlers/PreK
Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers/PreK
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Singing, dancing, reading, and free play are just part of the fun during these active storytimes.

Singing, dancing, reading, and free play are just part of the fun during these active storytimes. (This class is for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregiver.)

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. 

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. 

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

EPIC Graphic Novel Club: Lost Time

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: 11
Event Details:

Whether you are new to graphic novels or have loved them forever, come for a fun discussion, snacks, and an activity. Copies of the book will be available in advance at the Library.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel back to the time of the dinosaurs? Or make dinosaur friends? Find out as we discuss Lost Time by Tas Mukanik at EPIC Graphic Novel Club this Dinovember!

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.

Torpedo in the Water

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 78
Event Details:

“Torpedo in the water!” Edward A. Sierra vividly remembers hearing those terrifying words loudly come across the speakers while submerged aboard a nuclear-powered fast attack submarine in the Mediterranean Sea.

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.
 

Let's LEGO

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grade School
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School

Each month we have a new LEGO building challenge to complete and put on display in the Library.

Preschool Prodigies

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Babies/Toddlers/PreK
Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers/PreK
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

We will listen to stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, play learning games, and make hands-on crafts at this preschool storytime that focuses on the alphabet.

We will listen to stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, play learning games, and make hands-on crafts at this preschool storytime that focuses on the alphabet. (This class is for ages 4-5 in preschool).

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. 

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

STEAM Kids: Dino Discovery

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: 10
Event Details:

Dinosaurs roamed all over the Earth long before any of us were around to see them. Join us as we search for the dinosaurs around the world and learn about them! This program is for children, Kindergarten through 2nd grade.

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. 

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Trivia Night at Evil Horse

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Adults
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

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

Anything Goes is this month's theme.

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.
 

Retro Movie Fridays

2:30pm - 4:45pm
All Ages
Movie
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: 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.

Spaceballs coverWatch Spaceballs

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.
 

Crete Creative Board Meeting

9:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room

Teen Taste Test Challenge: Hot Sauce

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Cooking
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Warm up this fall with some extra heat. Get your taste buds ready because we are going to be testing and voting on the best and hottest hot sauces that are reasonably priced and not-too-hard to find! Tortilla chips and milk provided.

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.