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Fingerknitting: Make a Scarf

6:30pm - 7:30pm
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: 15
Event Details:

Make a fashionable scarf with nothing but your fingers! No needles or experience is necessary—anyone can learn. You will complete a full infinity scarf in a single sitting. Yarn will be provided. Limited class size. Must register.

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.

Anatomy by Dana Schwartz.This month's book

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.

Learn to Make Soap at Home

6:00pm - 7:30pm
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: 45
Event Details:

Discover the art of soapmaking with this hands-on demonstration, where you'll learn how to craft soap from scratch using the cold process method.

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.

Film Club Summer Series

5:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Movie
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 90

Enjoy watching a film on the Library's big screen with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

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.
 

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

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Book Club, Cooking
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the cookbook will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

This month's cookbook is From Crook to Cook by Snoop Dog.

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.

Film Club Summer Series

5:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Movie
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 90

Enjoy watching a film on the Library's big screen with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie.

Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
Description:

The Library is closed for the holiday.

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: 45
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 Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

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 "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: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, Grade School, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

Dandadan cover image

Watch the first

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: 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 Dark Matter by Blake Crouch

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.

This Book Won’t Burn by Samira Ahmed.

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.
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

With her talent, charm, and illuminating sense of humor, comedian, actress, and singer Carol Burnett captivated audiences everywhere in the 1960s and still continues to today.

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.

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.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The History of Elvis Presley

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Using performance and interview clips, we’ll trace the arc of Elvis Presley's career in show business. Elvis revolutionized popular music when he exploded onto the scene in 1956 with his unique blend of rhythm & blues and country music.

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.

Book Appétit: Cookbook Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Book Club, Cooking
Registration
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy a potluck array of food from the featured cookbook of the month. Each member picks a recipe and brings their dish to share with other members. Copies of the cookbook will be available in advance at the Library. New members are welcome.

This month's cookbook is Lidia's a Pot, a Pan, and a Bowl by Lidia Bastianich.

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.

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: 45
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 Hyperion by Dan Simmons

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.