Crete Public Library District

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1177 N. Main St
Crete, IL 60417
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Sun: Closed

Mon-Thu: 9:30am-8:00pm

Fri-Sat: 9:30am-5:00pm

Week Calendar

Featured Events

Level Up at Your Library Summer Reading Club 2024 June 3-July 26

Summer Reading Club

06/17/2025 @ 6:00pm to 07/26/2025 @ 5:00pm

Age Group:

Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School, Teens, Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: No space

Age Group: Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School, Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Get ready to Level Up at the Library with our 2025 Summer Reading Challenge! Power up your skills, complete epic quests, and unlock fantastic prizes as you advance through reading challenges. This challenge runs from June 3 through July 26.

Evening Fire Art Workshop

Evening Fire Art Workshop

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Heideman Pavilion

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Ready for a beautiful project to get you fired up this summer? Come try the Crete Creative "Fire Art Workshop" which combines the bold colors of alcohol ink medium with your spark of imagination!

Circus of Murder Mystery Game. Tuesday, July 22 at 6 PM. For adults.

Circus of Murder Mystery Game

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Large Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Registration Required

Event Details:

Welcome to The Circus of Murder— a thrilling murder mystery game where drama and deception take center stage!

Community Quilt Project

Community Quilt Project

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

All Ages

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!

Fingerknitting. No needles needed! Aug. 12 at 6:30 PM. Make a scarf.

Fingerknitting: Make a Scarf

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Large Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

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.

Summer Tapas. Cook along with Kristyn Slick. Aug. 13, 6:30-8 PM. Watch LIVE on Zoom or on video later.

Summer Tapas

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Program Type:

Cooking

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Virtual

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Cooking

Registration Required

Event Details:

Celebrate the flavors of late summer with a tapas-style small bites class featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. You’ll learn how to make Spanish-inspired appetizers perfect for casual gatherings or a light summer meal.

Opening Reception Feline Splendor

Crete Creative Opening Reception & Art Market - Feline Splendor

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Large Meeting Room

Event Details:

Join Crete Creative in celebrating the Opening Reception for our "Feline Splendor" exhibit - a group showcase of "purrrfect" art made by local artists in various mediums.

Figure Drawing with Maggie Ricci

Figure Drawing with Maggie Ricci

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Grade School, Teens, Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Large Meeting Room

Age Group: Grade School, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Level up your stick-man! Join this Crete Creative class, led by Maggie Ricci, to learn the basics of figure drawing and how to make your drawings of people more realistic and proportional. All drawing supplies will be available to use.

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Time	Sun (8/17)	Mon (8/18)	Tue (8/19)	Wed (8/20)	Thu (8/21)	Fri (8/22)	Sat (8/23)
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 Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Families, Babies/Toddlers/PreK, Grade School
9 am				This event is in the "Adults" group SNAP Help 9:30am–11:30am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group 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.
10 am
11 am							Crete Creative Opening Reception & Art Market - Feline Splendor 11:00am–1:00pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Event Details: Join Crete Creative in celebrating the Opening Reception for our "Feline Splendor" exhibit - a group showcase of "purrrfect" art made by local artists in various mediums.
12 pm
1 pm							This event is in the "Grade School" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Figure Drawing with Maggie Ricci 1:30pm–3:30pm Grade School, Teens, Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Grade School, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Level up your stick-man! Join this Crete Creative class, led by Maggie Ricci, to learn the basics of figure drawing and how to make your drawings of people more realistic and proportional. All drawing supplies will be available to use. 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.
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 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 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 "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 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
5 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group Film Club Summer Series 5:30pm–8:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movie Registration Required Enjoy watching a film on the Library's big screen with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie.
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Young Adult (for Adults) Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required 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 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 Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Flower Gardening for Beginners 6:30pm–7:45pm Teens, Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Heideman Pavilion Age Group: Teens, Adults Registration Required Event Details: If you are more interested in flower gardening than vegetable gardening, this program is for you. Learn about preparing your site, choosing plants, and maintaining your garden in this introductory presentation.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Mind Games 2: The Science of Curious Thinking 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults, All Ages Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults, All Ages Registration Required Event Details: Packed with interactive games, William returns with a second edition of his popular MIND GAMES program. This event is in the "Adults" group Library Board Meeting 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group 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 This event is in the "Adults" group 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.