Thursday, January 18
Preschool Pals, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: During this independent storytime experience, children enjoy spending time with other pre-schoolers, while listening to stories, learning songs and fingerplays, and playing games. 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.
STEAM Kids – Balloon Bonanza, from 6 – 7 p.m., grades K/second: Blow those dreary January days away and use balloons to build, create, and experiment. Register.
Friday, January 19
Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages: Showing “Sin City” (rated R). Drop in.
Saturday, January 20
Coding with Dash, from 10 – 11 a.m., grades third/fifth: Each session focuses on a specific challenge to help students get an introduction to using block-based programming and code, with a focus on robotics. Register.
How to Better Secure Your Home, from 10 – 11 a.m., adults: This presentation by the Crete Police Department covers current security measures for homeowners, from available technology to household tips, to make your home better secure and less appealing to bad guys. Register.
Manifestation Time, from 1 – 2 p.m., adults: A local realtor, mortgage broker, and an insurance agent will discuss the process of buying and selling a home. Questions are welcome. Register.
Monday, January 22
Mommy and Me Yoga, from 10 – 10:20 a.m., ages 0 – 23 months: During this storytime, participants will use yoga-inspired stories to bond and stretch with their babies. No yoga experience is necessary. Bring a blanket for your baby each week, but yoga mats will be provided. Register.
Mimic the Masters – Teen Art Club, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., ages 11 to 18: Explore and create art from methods used by master artists or art movements. The evening will start with some art history and move on to creating art. All supplies provided. Register.
Tuesday, January 23
Toddler Tales, from 10 – 10:45 a.m., ages two/three and a caregiver. Share stories, rhymes, music, sensory bins, process art, and other activities you and your toddler can enjoy together. Register.
Yeah Write – New Year, New Characters, from 4:30 – 5:15 p.m., grades third/fifth: Join in and play some fun games to help invent new characters. Register.
Wednesday, January 24
Saucier’s Secrets – The Five Mother Sauces, from 6:30 – 8 p.m., adults: The five mother sauces are relevant in all modern cooking practices. Understanding these sauces will help you read menus, decide what to order, and know how to make sister sauces. Watch this cooking class on Zoom or on video later. Register.
Thursday, January 25
Preschool Pals, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: During this independent storytime experience, children enjoy spending time with other pre-schoolers, while listening to stories, learning songs and fingerplays, and playing games. Register.
Manga Club for Teens, from 3 – 4 p.m., ages 12 to 18: Join us to discuss “The Way of the House Husband: Vol. 1,” by Kousuke Oono. Register.
Film Club, from 5:30 – 8 p.m., adults: Enjoy watching “Asteroid City” on the library’s big screen, with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie. Drop in.
STEAM Tots – Balloon Buddies, from 6 – 6:45 p.m., ages three/five: Blow those dreary January days away and use balloons to build, create, and experiment. Register.
Friday, January 26
Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages: Showing “Twilight” (rated PG-13). Drop in.
Saturday, January 27
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 time reading with you. Register for an appointment time slot.
Jigsaw Puzzle Competition, from 1 – 4 p.m., all ages: Teams compete to complete a 300-piece jigsaw puzzle in the fastest time. Each team’s puzzle will be the same picture. Teams can have up to four members, with a prize awarded. Registration is required for each person participating.
To register, visit cretelibrary.org/calendar or call the library at 708-672-8017. Crete Public Library is at 1177 N. Main Street.