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ABC FUN!

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Family Activity Zone at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Families

Alphabet Fun for Preschoolers!

Have fun with the alphabet doing simple activities using books, crafts, games and songs.

Registration required. Limit 10. Ages 3-5 with adult. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 30, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

Alphabet Fun for Preschoolers!

Have fun with the alphabet doing simple activities using books, crafts, games and songs.

Registration required. Limit 10. Ages 3-5 with adult. 

Disclaimer(s)

All registrants need to comply with the Patron Code of Conduct. 

Registered individuals arriving more than 10 minutes after the scheduled start time of a program may not be admitted. 

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

PINOCHLE

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Meeting Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

Join us to play Pinochle! Experienced and beginner players are welcome. The Pinochle group meets weekly on Thursdays at 12:00pm. No Registration required. 

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

Join us to play Pinochle! Experienced and beginner players are welcome. The Pinochle group meets weekly on Thursdays at 12:00pm. No Registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Nintendo Switch Night

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Teens

Join us in playing Nintendo Switch games on the big screen at the library! We’ll have 6 different games for you to choose from or bring your own games to play! We’ll also have plenty of soda and snacks to munch on!

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 30, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in playing Nintendo Switch games on the big screen at the library! We’ll have 6 different games for you to choose from or bring your own games to play! We’ll also have plenty of soda and snacks to munch on!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

DAZZLING DRAGON COLORING CONTEST

All Day 5/1 - 5/23
Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Enter the Dazzling Dragon coloring contest between May 1st - May 30th for a chance to win a plush dragon and game!

Entries will not be returned.

All entries are due by Saturday, May 30th to be eligible for a chance to win.

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Enter the Dazzling Dragon coloring contest between May 1st - May 30th for a chance to win a plush dragon and game!

Entries will not be returned.

All entries are due by Saturday, May 30th to be eligible for a chance to win.

DRAGON MAZE

All Day 5/1 - 5/23
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Help the dragon through the maze.  

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Help the dragon through the maze.  

EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Family Activity Zone at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Families

Fridays @ 10:30 - 11:00 am  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 8:30am.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fridays @ 10:30 - 11:00 am  

Disclaimer(s)

All registrants need to comply with the Patron Code of Conduct. 

Registered individuals arriving more than 10 minutes after the scheduled start time of a program may not be admitted. 

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

ABC FUN!

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Family Activity Zone at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Families

Alphabet Fun for Preschoolers!

Have fun with the alphabet doing simple activities using books, crafts, games and songs.

Registration required. Limit 10. Ages 3-5 with adult. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 8:30am.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

Alphabet Fun for Preschoolers!

Have fun with the alphabet doing simple activities using books, crafts, games and songs.

Registration required. Limit 10. Ages 3-5 with adult. 

Disclaimer(s)

All registrants need to comply with the Patron Code of Conduct. 

Registered individuals arriving more than 10 minutes after the scheduled start time of a program may not be admitted. 

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

Mother's Day Brunch with Chef Maddox: 10:30am Session

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

This is the first of two sessions. Please choose one to attend.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 8:30am.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is the first of two sessions. Please choose one to attend.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

Mother's Day Brunch with Chef Maddox: 12:30pm Session

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

This is the second of two sessions. Please choose one to attend.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 8:30am.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is the second of two sessions. Please choose one to attend.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

LIBRARY SHOWDOWN: WOULD YOU RATHER QUESTION?

All Day
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Families

Library Showdown!

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Event Details:

Library Showdown!

Mini Monday: Mystery Ducks

All Day
Teen Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Teens

Stop by the Teen Room anytime today to get a mini mystery duck! One per person, while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the Teen Room anytime today to get a mini mystery duck! One per person, while supplies last. 

CELEBRATING AMERICA'S 250TH ANNIVERSARY SEARCH

All Day 5/4 - 5/17
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Search for Independence images in the KidZone. 

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Search for Independence images in the KidZone. 

EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Family Activity Zone at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Families

Mondays @ 10:00 - 10:30 am  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 8:30am.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mondays @ 10:00 - 10:30 am  

Disclaimer(s)

All registrants need to comply with the Patron Code of Conduct. 

Registered individuals arriving more than 10 minutes after the scheduled start time of a program may not be admitted. 

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

WIGGLES & GIGGLES

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Family Activity Zone at Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Wiggles & Giggles
Age Group:
Children, Families

Ages up to 35 months with adult.

Designed with simple stories, finger-plays, bouncing rhymes, music and movement activities!      

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Families
Program Type: Wiggles & Giggles
Event Details:

Ages up to 35 months with adult.

Designed with simple stories, finger-plays, bouncing rhymes, music and movement activities!      

YOUTH HORTICULTURE - HABITAT BALL

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Family Activity Zone at Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Join the Will County Master Gardeners for a fun, hands on program: Habitat Ball!

Create a Habitat Ball with baskets and natural things like moss and pinecones! Make a home for bees and other backyard creatures. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 8:30am.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Will County Master Gardeners for a fun, hands on program: Habitat Ball!

Create a Habitat Ball with baskets and natural things like moss and pinecones! Make a home for bees and other backyard creatures. 

Disclaimer(s)

All registrants need to comply with the Patron Code of Conduct. 

Registered individuals arriving more than 10 minutes after the scheduled start time of a program may not be admitted. 

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

MOTHERS' DAY IS EVERYDAY!

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Homer Township Library Bookmobile at Outreach
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Bookmobile

Pop into the Bookmobile and shower all Moms with love.  Craft a little surprise for yours!

Library Branch: Outreach
Room: Homer Township Library Bookmobile
Age Group: Bookmobile
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Pop into the Bookmobile and shower all Moms with love.  Craft a little surprise for yours!

Adult Craft: Decoupage Planters

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

Design your own planter! Plant not provided.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 8:30am.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design your own planter! Plant not provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

LET'S ALL STICK TOGETHER - MAY - MYSTERY ART PROJECT

All Day 5/5 - 5/17
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Families

How it works...at first it's a mystery...until you build to reveal...the colorful image!

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Event Details:

How it works...at first it's a mystery...until you build to reveal...the colorful image!

POLISH STORY TIME FOR THE FAMILY

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Family Activity Zone at Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Families

Suggested ages 3, 4, 5 with adult.

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Suggested ages 3, 4, 5 with adult.

Disclaimer(s)

All registrants need to comply with the Patron Code of Conduct. 

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Dementia Caregiver Support Group Plum colored background with two people holding hands

DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Quiet Reading Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

This is a support group designed for those caring for a loved one with dementia. Join us to share, learn, relax, and get connected with fellow caregivers. We will provide a welcoming space and some light refreshments.

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

This is a support group designed for those caring for a loved one with dementia. Join us to share, learn, relax, and get connected with fellow caregivers. We will provide a welcoming space and some light refreshments.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

MOTHERS' DAY IS EVERYDAY!

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Homer Township Library Bookmobile at Outreach
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Bookmobile

Pop into the Bookmobile and shower all Moms with love.  Craft a little surprise for yours!

Library Branch: Outreach
Room: Homer Township Library Bookmobile
Age Group: Bookmobile
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Pop into the Bookmobile and shower all Moms with love.  Craft a little surprise for yours!

Teen Anime Night: Anime Jewelry

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Teens

Show off which anime is your favorite by creating jewelry that will let everyone know just how dedicated of a fan you are!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 8:30am.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Show off which anime is your favorite by creating jewelry that will let everyone know just how dedicated of a fan you are!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

Cross-Stitch Meetup

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Quiet Reading Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

Join our informal cross stitch group! A perfect opportunity to get together with other crafters while working on your own projects. Please note that this is not a cross-stitch class or instructor-led program.

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

Join our informal cross stitch group! A perfect opportunity to get together with other crafters while working on your own projects. Please note that this is not a cross-stitch class or instructor-led program.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Adult Take & Make: Star Chime

All Day
Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

Make your own star wooden wind chime. Craft will be available for pickup starting Wednesday, May 6 at 8:30am. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 8:30am.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make your own star wooden wind chime. Craft will be available for pickup starting Wednesday, May 6 at 8:30am. 

Disclaimer(s)

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.