Thursday, November 14
Preschool Prodigies, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: 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.
STEAM Kids – Dino Discoveries, from 6 – 7 p.m., Grades K/second: Dinosaurs roamed all over the Earth long before any of us were around to see them. Join us as we search for dinosaurs around the world and learn about them! Register
Trivia Night at Evil Horse, 1338 Main Street, from 7 – 9 p.m., adults: Anything Goes 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. Drop-in.
Friday, November 15
Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages: Showing “Spaceballs,” rated PG. Register.
Saturday, November 16
Teen Taste Test Challenge – Hot Sauce, from 2 – 3 p.m., Grades sixth/12th: Get your taste buds ready because we are going to be testing and voting on the best and hottest hot sauces that are reasonably priced and not too hard to find! Tortilla chips and milk will be provided. Register.
Monday, November 18
Babies Morning Out, from 10 to 10:45 a.m., children ages 0-to-23 months and their caregivers: At this social hour, enjoy storytime and movement activities, toys for the little ones, and time for caregivers to visit with each other. Register.
Mimic the Masters Teen Art Club, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Grades sixth/12th: Learn about Pop artist Wayne Thiebaud, known for his brightly colored paintings of cupcakes, ice cream, and candy, and create your own sweet-treat-inspired pastel drawing. Register.
Tuesday, November 19
Tremendous Toddlers, from 10 – 10:45 a.m., ages two/three and a caregiver: Singing, dancing, reading, and free play are just part of the fun during these active storytimes. Register.
Get to Know Our Library Apps, from 10 – 11:30 a.m., adults: Learn about the various library apps, including SWAN Libraries+, Boundless, Hoopla, Kanopy, and Libby, which can get you access to library services, from placing holds on books to downloading e-books and e-audiobooks to watching movies. Bring your library card and your own device, such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop, and we’ll help you install and set up the apps. Our laptops also are available for use, but the experience won’t be the same as you’d get with your own device. Register.
Movie Music Memories – Part 3, from 1 – 2:30 p.m., adults: Join us for a carefully crafted collection of historic film clips spanning the past 80 years, featuring the best entertainment has to offer. Narrator John LeGear will set the scenes, while guiding you through some of the best song and dance performances ever created. Register.
Comics and Cookies, from 4:30 – 5:15 p.m., Grades K/second: Join us as we discuss “Sky and Ty: Howdy, Partner!” by Steve Breen, create a dino-riffic craft, and enjoy some delicious cookies! Register.
Young Adult (for adults) Book Club, from 6 – 7 p.m.: Join us for a discussion of “Today Tonight Tomorrow,” by Rachel Lynn Solomon. Register.
Wednesday, November 20
Teen Video Game Tournament, from 2:45 – 4 p.m., ages 13-to-18: Join us for fun yet competitive play! One game will be chosen for each tournament. Register.
Family Fort Night, from 5:30 – 7 p.m., families: Grab your family, grab some bed sheets, and grab your favorite books as we build forts throughout the library to read in! Register.
Holiday Brunch, from 6:30 – 8 p.m., Zoom, adults: Elevate your brunch game and learn to create comforting classics infused with the flavors of the season in this online class. Register.
Holiday Tips and Tricks, with Chef Art Smith, from 7 – 8 p.m., Zoom, adults: Join Chef Art Smith online to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season. Register.
Thursday, November 21
Preschool Prodigies, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: 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 “1917” on the library’s big screen, with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie. Drop-in.
STEAM Tots – Dino Dig, from 6 – 7 p.m., ages three/five: Join us as we become paleontologists, digging up dinosaur bones and making discoveries. 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, November 22
Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages: Showing “Home for the Holidays,” rated PG-13. Register.
To register, visit cretelibrary.org/calendar or call the library at 708-672-8017. Crete Public Library is at 1177 N. Main Street.