Thursday, March 14
Preschool Pals, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: During this independent storytime experience, children enjoy spending time with other preschoolers, while listening to stories, learning songs and fingerplays, and playing games. Register.
Anime Club, from 3 – 4:30 p.m., grades sixth/12th: Join us for a screening of “MUSHI-SHI.” Snacks and bottled water will be provided. Register.
Trivia Night at Evil Horse, from 7 – 9 p.m.: Movie Trivia is this month’s theme. Compete on your own or bring a group of friends. Prizes will be awarded. Seating is first come, first served. Evil Horse Brewing Company is at 1338 Main Street, Crete. Drop in.
Friday, March 15
Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages: Showing “Raiders of the Lost Ark” (rated PG). Drop in.
Saturday, March 16
The Elegant Edible Garden, from 10 – 11 a.m., adults: Learn how to create an elegant, productive kitchen garden – large or small – that provides seasonal vegetables, berries, and cut flowers. Discover the elements that make attractive, functional layouts for your home, provide a wonderful harvest, and attract pollinators. Register.
Monday, March 18
Mommy and Me Yoga Storytime, 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, although yoga mats will be provided. Register.
Mimic the Masters – Teen Art Club, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., grades sixth/12th: Carl Fabergé was a master Goldsmith to Czars Alexander III and Nicholas II of Russia. In this art lesson, the group will create a Fabergé Easter Egg similar to ones given as Easter gifts to the Empresses, who were the Czars’ wives. Register.
Tuesday, March 19
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.
Young Adult (for adults) Book Club, from 6 – 7 p.m., adults: Join us for a discussion of “We Set the Dark on Fire,” by Tehlor Kay Mejia. Register.
Wednesday, March 20
Teen Video Game Tournament, from 2:45 – 4 p.m., ages 13 – 18: Join us for fun, yet competitive play! One game will be chosen for each tournament. Register.
Baking with Tea, from 6:30 – 8 p.m., Zoom, adults: Tea adds an exciting dimension to traditional baking, creating an unforgettable experience for the taste buds. In this online class, presenter Kristyn Slick will guide participants, from prepping ingredients, to cooking each step until the dishes are completed and plated. She will be cooking alongside you, sharing instructions, tips, and tricks throughout the class. Register.
Ruth E. Carter – Interweaving Tradition and Imagination Through Costume Design, from 7 – 8 p.m., Zoom, adults: Join us online for a special event with Ruth E. Carter, the first Black person to win an Oscar (let alone two!) for Best Costume Design. She won her first Academy Award for the movie “Black Panther” and the second for its sequel, “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” Carter will be joined in conversation with Aisha Harris, co-host of NPR’s Pop Culture Happy Hour and author of “Wannabe.” This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. Register.
Thursday, March 21
Preschool Pals, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: During this independent storytime experience, children enjoy spending time with other preschoolers, 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 – Music Makers, from 6 – 7 p.m., grades K/second: Let’s make music together! Join us as we make our own instruments and put them to the test! Register.
Friday, March 22
Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages. Showing “Tropic Thunder” (rated R). Drop in.
Saturday, March 23
Love on a Leash, from 11 a.m. – noon, young readers: Snuggle up and read to a pup! Register for a time slot.
To register, visit cretelibrary.org/calendar or call the library at 708-672-8017. Crete Public Library is at 1177 N. Main Street.