New Lenox Public Library |

Mystery Book Club

1:30pm - 2:30pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Meeting Room B

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs, Book Discussion

Description

Join our long-running book club as they discuss a different mystery each month! Stop upstairs at Adult Services to pick up a copy of the book at any time. ...

Adult Board Games Club

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Board Room

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs, Teen Programs

Description

Join this enthusiastic group for a game or two! From board games to card games and anything in between, there is something for the gamer in you! Typically, the group plays something from the eurogame genre....

All About Passports

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Registration Required

Main Branch

Meeting Room B

Program Type: Adult Programs

Registration Required

Description

Ready to go but not sure where to begin? Do you already have a passport but it just expired? Does your child have a passport but just turned 16?...

Magic Carpet

10:30am - 11:00am

Age Group: Kids

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Storytime

Description

Ages 3 – 6 Take a magic carpet ride and let your imagination run wild as we read spellbinding stories, dance around to enchanting music, and create whimsical crafts. No registration is required....

Flower Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Registration Required

Main Branch

Meeting Room A

Age Groups: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Adult Programs, Craft Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 11

Description

Ongoing class on making a paper flower to create a flower bouquet!...

Writers Group

6:00pm - 7:45pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Board Room

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs

Description

New members always welcome - come discuss your writing with others....

Let's Go Fishin'!

9:00am - 10:00am

Age Group: Kids

Registration Required

Main Branch

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Summer Reading Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 5

Description

Ages 6 – 12 with an adult Meet Outside of Cafe ...

Chalk the Walk

11:00am - 12:00pm

Age Group: Kids

Main Branch

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Summer Reading Programs

Description

All ages Outside on the Sidewalk Grab some chalk and come decorate the sidewalks all around the Library with your beautiful artistic creations and happy messages!...

Fiber Arts & Sewing Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs

Description

Knit, crochet, and sew in an informal exchange of ideas and information. Beginners are welcome. Bring your needles, hooks, or sewing machine and projects — or contact staff to borrow ours....

It's Showtime! Friday Flicks

10:30am - 1:00pm

Age Group: Kids

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Movies, Summer Reading Programs

Description

Ages 2 – 12 Grab your blanket, pillow, and snacks and come sing-along with these family-friendly films! No registration is required.June 14: Mary Poppins (1964) Walt Disney Pictures (G) 2 hrs. 19 mins....

Just For Tweens Lego Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm

Age Group: Tweens

Registration Required

Main Branch

Meeting Room A

Age Groups: Tweens

Program Type: Summer Reading Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 4

Description

Grades 4 – 8 Meeting Room Join us for awesome LEGO building challenges and the chance to hang out with other tweens. Registration begins July 5....

Kids' Self Defense with Master Jung

10:30am - 11:30am

Age Group: Kids

Registration Required

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Summer Reading Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 16

Description

AGES 4- 7 WITH PARENTS Run, jump, and kick your way into learning some TaeKwonDo self-defense moves that kids can master and will love every second of doing!...

Kids' Self Defense with Master Jung

11:45am - 12:45pm

Age Group: Kids

Registration Required

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Summer Reading Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 23

Description

AGES 8 - 12 WITH PARENTS Run, jump, and kick your way into learning some TaeKwonDo self-defense moves that kids can master and will love every second of doing!...

Lil' Stars

10:30am - 11:00am

Age Group: Kids

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Storytime

Description

Ages 3 – 35 months You’re a star, baby! Get dramatic with your tiny tots through reading cool books, singing some happy tunes, and playing with toys. Siblings are also welcome. No registration is required....

Girls Rock Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Kids, Tweens

Registration Required

Girls Rock Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jul 23, 2019

Main Branch

Storytime Room

Age Groups: Kids, Tweens

Program Type: Summer Reading Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Description

Grades 4 – 8 Storytime Room Make funky crafts, have a snack, and talk about the book of the month with other girls....

Magic Carpet

10:30am - 11:00am

Age Group: Kids

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Storytime

Description

Ages 3 – 6 Take a magic carpet ride and let your imagination run wild as we read spellbinding stories, dance around to enchanting music, and create whimsical crafts. No registration is required....

Let's Go Fishin'!

9:00am - 10:00am

Age Group: Kids

Registration Required

Main Branch

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Summer Reading Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 5

Description

Ages 6 – 12 with an adult Meet Outside of Cafe ...

Book-Nic

12:00pm - 12:45pm

Age Group: Kids

Main Branch

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Summer Reading Programs

Description

All ages Outside Behind the Library Pack your lunch and a blanket, and join us for a picnic! Then, stay, play, and explore the great outdoors in our backyard....

Hedda! A Musical Conversation

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Registration Required

Hedda! A Musical Conversation

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jul 25, 2019

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Adult Programs, Evening Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 59

Description

She's back!! Jillann Gabrielle, who put on the one woman musical about Bette Davis and Joan Crawford, is coming back to the New Lenox Library!! Jiliann will be performing: Hedda!...

It's Showtime! Friday Flicks

10:30am - 1:00pm

Age Group: Kids

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Movies, Summer Reading Programs

Description

Teen Arts and Crafting

11:00am - 1:00pm

Main Branch

Teen Scene Area

Program Type: Craft Programs, Teen Programs, Tween Programs

Description

Come join us in the Teen Scene for some arts and crafting. This is a teen-run program, and we will be crafting, creating, and developing our artistic skills. All levels are welcome. We will create polymer clay figures,...

Summer Learning Challenge Ends

All Day

Main Branch

Description

Today is the final day to turn in your Summer Learning Challenge logs....

SUMMER FINALE: Forest View Farms Petting Zoo

10:30am - 12:30pm

Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens

SUMMER FINALE: Forest View Farms Petting Zoo

10:30am - 12:30pm
Jul 27, 2019

Main Branch

Age Groups: All Ages, Kids, Teens

Program Type: Summer Reading Programs

Description

Kids, Teens, and Adults Outside Behind the Library Come see, feed, and pet a variety of farm animals from Forest View Farms....

Painting Party!

11:00am - 2:00pm

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Registration Required

Painting Party!

11:00am - 2:00pm
Jul 31, 2019

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Adult Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 2

Description

Grab a friend and paint an original masterpiece. We provide the supplies; you bring the fun! Registration required and begins July 1st....

Senior Coffee

10:30am - 12:00pm

Age Group: Seniors

Main Branch

Adult & Teen Program Room

Age Groups: Seniors

Program Type: Adult Programs

Description

Seniors 55+ are invited to join us for coffee and treats upstairs in Adult Services. Chat with your peers, and learn about upcoming events at the library....

Young Adult Writers Group

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Teens

Registration Required

Main Branch

Board Room

Age Groups: Teens

Program Type: After-School Programs, Teen Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 14

Description

This writing group meets every first Thursday of the month and welcomes teens and young adults ages 16-25....

Fiber Arts & Sewing Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs

Description

Knit, crochet, and sew in an informal exchange of ideas and information. Beginners are welcome. Bring your needles, hooks, or sewing machine and projects — or contact staff to borrow ours....

Colors of the Youth

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Age Group: Teens, Tweens

Colors of the Youth

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Aug 5, 2019

Main Branch

Board Room

Age Groups: Teens, Tweens

Program Type: Teen Programs, Tween Programs

Description

FOR GRADES 6 - 12. Come hang out with your rainbow fam at our monthly LGBTQ+ casual group....

Intro to MS Word

10:30am - 11:30am

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Registration Required

Intro to MS Word

10:30am - 11:30am
Aug 6, 2019

Main Branch

Meeting Room B

Age Groups: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Adult Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 6

Description

Learn the basic skills of Microsoft Word. This introductory class will allow you to begin using one of the most popular word processing programs! Registration Required...

Writers Group

6:00pm - 7:45pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Board Room

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs

Description

New members always welcome - come discuss your writing with others....

Book Bags for New Lenox Kids in Need

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Age Group: Teens, Tweens

Registration Required

Book Bags for New Lenox Kids in Need

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Aug 9, 2019

Main Branch

Teen Scene Area

Age Groups: Teens, Tweens

Program Type: Teen Programs, Tween Programs

Registration Required

Description

Join the New Lenox Public Library in an effort to get teens helping other students and teens in the New Lenox community. Throughout the summer, we will be accepting donations of school supplies for elementary, middle, and high school student...

New Life for Old Bags

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Adult, Seniors, Teens

New Life for Old Bags

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Aug 12, 2019

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Adult, Seniors, Teens

Program Type: Adult Programs, Teen Programs

Description

Join the local NLOB chapter as we make mats for the homeless from plastic grocery bags. This is a great opportunity for teens, grades 7 -12, needing community service hours!...

Genealogy Club

6:00pm - 7:45pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Meeting Room B

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs

Description

This group meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 6 pm. Learn about using different online databases, breaking through “brick walls,” obtaining vital records, and documenting and organizing your family research....

Fiction Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Board Room

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs, Book Discussion

Description

This member-run meets the second Wednesday of every month and reads a variety of titles, both fiction and non-fiction. Come discuss, share and enjoy the experience of reading with a group!...

Fiber Arts & Sewing Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs

Description

Knit, crochet, and sew in an informal exchange of ideas and information. Beginners are welcome. Bring your needles, hooks, or sewing machine and projects — or contact staff to borrow ours....

Mystery Book Club

1:30pm - 2:30pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Meeting Room B

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs, Book Discussion

Description

Join our long-running book club as they discuss a different mystery each month! Stop upstairs at Adult Services to pick up a copy of the book at any time. ...

Adult Board Games Club

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Board Room

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs, Teen Programs

Description

Writers Group

6:00pm - 7:45pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Board Room

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs

Description

New members always welcome - come discuss your writing with others....

Flower Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Registration Required

Main Branch

Meeting Room A

Age Groups: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Adult Programs, Craft Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 13

Description

Ongoing class on making a paper flower to create a flower bouquet!...

Meal Planning Program

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Registration Required

Meal Planning Program

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Aug 28, 2019

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Adult Programs, Evening Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 67

Description

If you struggle with the daily question of ‘what’s for dinner?’ then this presentation will surely make it easier for you to answer it. We will discuss the reasons for menu planning and how to menu plan. We will talk about differ...

Labor Day

All Day

Branch: Main Branch

Main Branch

Girls Rock Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Kids, Tweens

Registration Required

Girls Rock Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sep 3, 2019

Main Branch

Storytime Room

Age Groups: Kids, Tweens

Program Type: After-School Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Description

Grades 4 – 8 Storytime Room Make funky crafts, have a snack, and talk about books with other girls. Pick up books at the Circulation desk. September 3: Real Friends by Shannon Hale...

Writers Group

6:00pm - 7:45pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Board Room

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs

Description

New members always welcome - come discuss your writing with others....

Senior Coffee

10:30am - 12:00pm

Age Group: Seniors

Main Branch

Adult & Teen Program Room

Age Groups: Seniors

Program Type: Adult Programs

Description

Seniors 55+ are invited to join us for coffee and treats upstairs in Adult Services. Chat with your peers, and learn about upcoming events at the library....

Fiber Arts & Sewing Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Adult

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Adult

Program Type: Adult Programs

Description

Knit, crochet, and sew in an informal exchange of ideas and information. Beginners are welcome. Bring your needles, hooks, or sewing machine and projects — or contact staff to borrow ours....

Young Adult Writers Group

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Teens

Registration Required

Main Branch

Board Room

Age Groups: Teens

Program Type: After-School Programs, Teen Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Description

This writing group meets every first Thursday of the month and welcomes teens and young adults ages 16-25....

Art Attack!

4:30pm - 5:15pm

Age Group: Kids

Registration Required

Main Branch

Meeting Room A

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: After-School Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Description

Grades 4 – 8 Your imagination mixes with art in this art club just for tweens....

Pee Wee Picassos

10:30am - 11:30am

Age Group: Kids

Registration Required

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Saturday Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 24

Description

Ages 3 months – 3 ½ years Join us for a special art and sensory program for our littlest library friends. We will create process-based art. No directions, no rules. Every child’s result will be unique....

Movers & Shakers

10:30am - 11:00am

Age Group: Kids

Main Branch

Storytime Room

Age Groups: Kids

Program Type: Storytime

Description

Ages 6 months – 24 months Stories, music, action rhymes, and toy time for on-the-move babies with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome. No registration is required. Sign in on the Storytime Room door. ...

AARP Smart Driver Course

1:00pm - 5:00pm

Age Group: Seniors

Registration Required

Main Branch

Meeting Room AB

Age Groups: Seniors

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 71

Description

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