Week Calendar

Call the YS Desk at 815.485.2605 and press 5 to request a craft kit for lobby pickup (mask required) or drop by the main YS desk and pick up a different craft every Monday beginning at 10 am. Everything you need is contained in the craft kit.

We have a take 'n make opportunity that is creative, crafty, and for a worthy-cause. Help your local senior citizens by making beaded mask keepers. These visually appealing mini-lanyards keep masks safe and clean.

Let’s Go Fishin’! Thu., June 17, 24 & July 1 OR Thu., July 8, 15, 22 8:30 – 9:30 am Ages 6 – 12 with an adult Meet Outside of Cafe  In this 3-week class, kids will learn to cast, bait, and

All Ages Make + Take Table Get creative with a different group art project every week that is available to do all week. Help us make the library colorful by contributing your artistic flare to everything from window art to a wing mural.

All Ages Make + Take Table Learn about a different famous painter each week by creating your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece based on the style of the artist.

Ages 0 – 6 years Meeting Room We’re happy to get to see our friends in person again!

Ages 4 – 9 years DIY Video on Facebook, NLPL website, & YouTube Get colorful and creative by following a how-to video that will teach kids how to make a unique work of art. Registration is required for a

All ages Outside on the Sidewalk (Get Chalk on the Cafe Side) Grab some chalk and come decorate the sidewalks all around the Library with your beautiful artistic creations and happy messages!

OUTDOORS BEHIND LIBRARY  Discover what it's like to go on a dinosaur dig and spend time with a Dinosaur Fossil Hunter! Get hands on with real dinosaur fossils from different species like Triceratops and T.

Grades K – 6 DIY Video on Facebook, NLPL website, & YouTube Discover awesome hands-on experiments and activities that you can try at home. Participants will be emailed when science bags are ready.

Do you like being scared? Join us as we discuss a selected horror film or book. Horror aficionados and newcomers are welcome! All materials discussed will be available to borrow on hoopla.

Planning on taking a trip this summer but uncertain of the best way to plan your vacation amidst continuing COVID restrictions?

Join us for a fun evening of fast artwork. We will offer 5 art challenges. You will have 5 minutes to complete your challenge. When you're done, feel free to share your creation with the group (sharing is optional).

Board meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are in the Meeting Room of the New Lenox Public Library, and are open to the public.