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Logo Design and Branding with Canva

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Technology Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Geared towards independent or small businesses, this 90-minute class will teach you how to create a successful logo and corresponding branding.

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

How to Listen to Podcasts

10:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Technology Class
Registration Required
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.

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.
 

Late Open

9:30am–11:00am
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Professional Headshots: Put Your Best Face Forward

12:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Technology Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need a new professional photo but don’t want to pay studio prices? The Library has you covered! Stop by for a FREE headshot and walk away with a refreshed, professional image.

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. 

The Library reserves the right to change or cancel reservations should a conflict arise in which a Library-sponsored event needs the use of a room. Should the Library cancel a scheduled reservation due to a conflict, all fees will be refunded. 

This event is in the "Grade School" group

LEGO WeDo (1st-5th)

10:00am–11:00am
Grade School
Technology Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build and program your own cool contraptions with LEGOs and a computer in this introduction to coding.

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. 

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

Logo Design and Branding with Canva

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Technology Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Geared towards independent or small businesses, this 90-minute class will teach you how to create a successful logo and corresponding branding.

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

Learn about Tablets and e-Readers

10:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Technology Class
Registration Required
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.

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

What is AI?

10:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Technology Class
Registration Required
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.

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.
 

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

4th of July

All Day 7/3–7/4
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
This event is in the "Adults" group

Illinois Assistive Technology Program

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults
Technology Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA), in partnership with the Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP, provides support aimed at enabling social connectedness, maintaining health, safety, and well-being; and promoting independence and commu

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.
 

Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Thanksgiving Eve

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Thanksgiving

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

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