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Learn about Tablets and e-Readers

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Program Type:

Technology Class

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

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.

Loom Knitting

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Come and learn the basic knit stitch, or, if you have mastered the knit stitch, come and learn to purl. Small looms and limited amounts of yarn will be available for use, but if you have your own round or long looms, please bring them.

Crete Creative Presents: Layered Light - Oil Painting a Tri-Colored Heron

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Heideman Pavilion

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Presented by Crete Creative Art Gallery and School, this three-part oil painting workshop is designed for artists who have some prior painting experience and are ready to build on their skills in a supportive, guided setting.&nbsp

What is AI?

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Program Type:

Technology Class

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

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.

Layered Light: Oil Painting a Tri-Colored Heron

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

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:

This three-part oil painting workshop is designed for artists who have some prior painting experience and are ready to build on their skills in a supportive, guided setting.

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Crete Creative Presents: Charcoal Drawing

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:00pm

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:

Crete Creative Art Gallery & School presents a charcoal drawing class for adults and teens.

Loom Knitting

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Loom Knitting

Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

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Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

DIY Pet Treats

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Age Group:

Families, Teens, Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Large Meeting Room

Age Group: Families, Teens, Adults

Registration Required

Event Details:

Making healthy treats from simple ingredients for your pets doesn't have to be complicated! Participants will have the opportunity to make a couple of different treats to take home for their dogs or cats.

Loom Knitting

Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

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All Day	This event is in the "Teens" group 2026 Marian Engel Summer Teen Internship All Day Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: No space Age Group: Teens Event Details: High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.	This event is in the "Teens" group 2026 Marian Engel Summer Teen Internship All Day Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: No space Age Group: Teens Event Details: High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.	This event is in the "Teens" group 2026 Marian Engel Summer Teen Internship All Day Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: No space Age Group: Teens Event Details: High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.	This event is in the "Teens" group 2026 Marian Engel Summer Teen Internship All Day Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: No space Age Group: Teens Event Details: High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.	This event is in the "Teens" group 2026 Marian Engel Summer Teen Internship All Day Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: No space Age Group: Teens Event Details: High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.	This event is in the "Teens" group 2026 Marian Engel Summer Teen Internship All Day Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: No space Age Group: Teens Event Details: High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.	This event is in the "Teens" group 2026 Marian Engel Summer Teen Internship All Day Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: No space Age Group: Teens Event Details: High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.
10 am			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 Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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.
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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 Friday 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/guardian's responsibility to monitor their children's attendance and viewing habits. All movies will end at 3:00 pm if no one attends. Spring 2026 Retro Movie Friday 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. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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5 pm		This event is in the "Grade School" group Kids Recycled Fawn Figure (K-2nd) 5:00pm–6:00pm Grade School Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Acorn Room Age Group: Grade School Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Welcome spring by creating your own eco-friendly fawn out of dried flower petals and recycled cereal boxes! Students will practice painting patterns to match fawn coats and learning to assemble a simple spring meadow. 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.
6 pm		This event is in the "Grade School" group Kids Recycled Fawn Figure (3rd-5th) 6:00pm–7:00pm Grade School Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Acorn Room Age Group: Grade School Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Welcome spring by creating your own eco-friendly fawn out of dried flower petals and recycled cereal boxes! Students will practice painting patterns to match fawn coats and learning to assemble a simple spring meadow. 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 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 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. 2026 Book Appetit: Cookbook Book Club Selections 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group ASL Class 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults, All Ages Registration Required 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: Adults, All Ages Registration Required Event Details: Join instructor Sandi Smigel for a 7-week American Sign Language (ASL) course designed to build skills week by week. This event is in the "All Ages" group Friends of The Crete Public Library District Meeting 6:30pm–7:30pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Join The Friends of The Crete Public Library for their monthly meetings.		This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mom's Coffee Clutch (Kids) 6:00pm–7:30pm Families, Adults This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Acorn Room Age Group: Families, Adults Event Details: This program is only available for parents attending Mom's Coffee Clutch. Please, call the library for more information or if you are attending the Mom's Coffee Clutch program. This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mom's Coffee Clutch (Parents) 6:00pm–7:30pm Families, Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Families, Adults Registration Required Event Details: Have you ever felt overwhelmed as a mom or stayed up at night worrying about your kids? You aren’t alone! Join us for conversation, a sense of community, laughter, and support!

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High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.

High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.

High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.

High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.

High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.

High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.

High Schoolers, are you looking for job experience and a bit of income this summer? Gain valuable work experience, time management and organization skills, as well as decision-making and leadership skills.

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Spring 2026 Retro Movie Friday

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