Crete Public Library District

9:30am-8:00pm

1177 N. Main St
Crete, IL 60417
United States

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

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

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Featured Events

Strange, Dark, and Funny Origins of Everyday Sayings March 10th, 2026

Strange, Dark, and Funny Origins of Everyday Sayings

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 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:

Discover the darkly funny origins of everyday phrases in “Strange, Dark, and Funny Origins of Everyday Sayings” with entertainer Dale Obrochta.

Lucille Ball

Lucille Ball

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Crete Public Library District

Room: Large Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Performance

Registration Required

Event Details:

In the 1950s, comedienne Lucille Ball captured the hearts of television audiences across the nation. Her wacky hijinks and fearless enthusiasm kept thousands laughing.

How to Listen to Podcasts

How to Listen to Podcasts

Tuesday, March 24, 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 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.

Loom Knitting

Loom Knitting

Saturday, April 11, 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.

Learn about Tablets and e-Readers

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

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.

What is AI?

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.

Loom Knitting

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:

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.

Loom Knitting

Loom Knitting

Saturday, July 11, 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.

Loom Knitting

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:

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.

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10 am							This event is in the "Adults" group Tai Chi: Gentle Fitness 10:00am–11:30am Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Heideman Pavilion Age Group: Adults Registration Required Event Details: Improve balance, boost flexibility, and reduce stress with gentle, flowing movements perfect for all fitness levels. Join us for a relaxing, low-impact class that supports mind and body wellness. This event is in the "Adults" group Loom Knitting 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group 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. Reservation Ukulele Suburbia Meetup 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Crete Public Library District Room: Audrey DeMuth Community Room Purpose of Meeting Monthly social Ukulele playing meeting.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group CPLD Book Discussion Group 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults 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 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. Feb. 9th: I See You've Called In Dead by John Kenney Mar. 9th: Destroy This House by Amanda Uhle Apr.