Crete Library News

Thursday, September 19

Preschool Prodigies, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five in preschool: Listen to stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, play learning games, and make hands-on crafts at this preschool storytime, focusing on the alphabet. Register.

STEAM Kids – Pokémon Evolution, from 6 – 7 p.m., grades K/second: Each Pokémon is perfectly evolved for its habitat, much like the animals we know and love. Join us as we create our own Pokémon, perfectly suited to their environments. Register.

Knot Just for Knitters, from 6 – 7:30 p.m., ages 11/adult: Join us to socialize while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. Drop in.

Friday, September 20

Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages: Watch a retro movie from the ’80s, ’90s, or early 2000s every Friday. Showing “Rush Hour,” Rated PG-13. Register.

Saturday, September 21

Visionary You! Seeking and Following Your Purpose, from 10 a.m. – noon, adults: This two-hour workshop delves into creating a vision for your life, discovering your purpose, and creating a vision board. Register.

Monday, September 23

Babies’ Morning Out, from 10 – 10:45 a.m., ages 0-23 months: At this social hour for caregivers and their babies, we will have storytime and movement activities, as well as toys for the little ones to enjoy and time for caregivers to visit with each other. Register.

Art Sparks – Floating Leaves, from 6 – 7 p.m., grades K/fifth: Let’s put a spark in your creative side when we create fall leaves floating in the water. Register.

America’s Golden Girl – The Life of Betty White, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., adults: Step into the vibrant world of Betty Marion White Ludden, brought to life by historical presenter Michelle Gibbons. Transporting audiences through time, White will share the cherished tales of her Illinois upbringing, while delving into the extraordinary journey that led to her fame and numerous accomplishments. Register.

Tuesday, September 24

Tremendous Toddlers, from 10 – 10:45 a.m., ages two/three: Singing, dancing, reading, and free play are just part of the fun during these active storytimes. Register.

Focus on Facebook, from 10 – 11:30 a.m., adults: Learn the basics of Facebook. Bring any devices you use to access Facebook. Register.

Thursday, September 26

Preschool Prodigies, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five in preschool: Listen to stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, play learning games, and make hands-on crafts at this preschool storytime that focuses on the alphabet. Register.

Film Club, from 5:30 – 8 p.m., adults: Enjoy watching “A Serious Man”  on the library’s big screen, with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie. Drop in.

STEAM Tots – Pokémon Pals, from 6 – 7 p.m., ages three/five: Join us as we use Pokémon to explore the different elements around us through fun, interactive activities. Register.

Friday, September 27

Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages: Watch a retro movie from the ’80s, ’90s, or early 2000s every Friday. Showing “Batman” (1989), Rated PG-13. Register.

Saturday, September 28

Love on a Leash, from 11 a.m. – noon, families: Snuggle up and read to a pup! The dogs from Love on a Leash will be visiting to spend one-on-one reading time with you. Register.

To register, visit cretelibrary.org/calendar or call the library at 708-672-8017. Crete Public Library is at 1177 N. Main Street.