Crete Public Library District

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1177 N. Main St
Crete, IL 60417
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Dave Rudolf's Completely Cracked Christmas

Dave Rudolf's Completely Cracked Christmas

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Program Type:

Live Music

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Large Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Live Music

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join musician Dave Rudolf for a hilariously twisted holiday celebration!

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Time	Sun (7/27)	Mon (7/28)	Tue (7/29)	Wed (7/30)	Thu (7/31)	Fri (8/01)	Sat (8/02)
All Day	This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers/PreK" group This event is in the "Grade School" group Peter Halligan StoryWalk: Where is the Dragon? All Day 6/9–8/31 Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School Offsite Event This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers/PreK" group This event is in the "Grade School" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School
9 am						Closing Partial Closing for Staff Training 9:30am–2:30pm Branches: Crete Public Library District Description: The Library will be closed most of the day for staff training and will reopen at 2:30 PM for Retro Movie Night and Pokemon Club.
10 am			This event is in the "Adults" group Online Safety: Scams 10:00am–11:30am Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Join us for this informal discussion about scams through email and social media. Bring your questions.				Reservation Ukulele Suburbia Meetup 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Purpose of Meeting Social ukulele playing
11 am
12 pm							This event is in the "Grade School" group Exploring the World of Art: Session 3 (MUST ATTEND ALL 3 SESSIONS) 12:30pm–1:30pm Grade School Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Grade School Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Session 3: Enter the world of art education, where your child will explore "perspective" in the artwork on display. How do artists create 3D images on flat surfaces? MUST ATTEND ALL 3 SESSIONS: June 7, July 19, August 2. 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.
1 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Sun Print Art--CANCELLED 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Heideman Pavilion Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: This program has been rescheduled for Wednesday, August 13 due to weather conditions. Use sunlight-reactant paper and leaves, grasses and other outdoor materials to create one-of-a-kind art for framing.
2 pm						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 Registration Required 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 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/guardian'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 Summer 2025 Dates and Titles 6/6: Super Mario Bros. 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.
3 pm			This event is in the "Families" group Stories & Snacks in the Park 3:00pm–3:30pm Families Offsite Event This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Families Program Type: Storytime The Crete Park District & the Crete Public Library have teamed up to offer Stories & Snacks in the Park this summer. Please join Ms. Kerry on Tuesdays in the gazebo for this interactive story time. A free snack will be available for your child(ren) during the event. Disclaimer(s) We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.			This event is in the "Grade School" group This event is in the "Teens" group Pokemon Club 3:00pm–4:30pm Grade School, Teens This event is in the "Grade School" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Grade School, Teens Event Details: Bring your Pokémon cards to trade and battle, or just hang out and have some Pokémon fun! Try to defeat Gym Leader Dan for a prize!
4 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group Community Quilt Project 4:00pm–6:00pm All Ages Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Heideman Pavilion Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join Crete Creative as we explore how all the small things we create can culminate into something large and beautiful when we work together as a community! 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.
5 pm					This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Community Focus Group 5:30pm–6:30pm Teens, Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Registration Required Event Details: You're Invited! Help Shape the Future of the Crete Public Library District Thursday, July 31st, 5:30-6:30pm
6 pm		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 Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Book Club, Cooking Registration Required 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. 7/25/25 UPDATE: Cassandra, the host, will be making "Peaches 'n Cream Protein Dip" (pg. 103) and "Green Goddess Hummus" (pg. 104). This month's cookbook is Big Dip Energy by Alyse Whitney. 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.