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Brown and white fox reading a blue book outlined with a blue circle and white background.

WINTER READING PROGRAM: READING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND

All Day 12/4 - 12/23
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults & Seniors, Bookmobile

Complete the reading goals for a chance to win awesome prizes! The more you read (up to 8 hours), the more chances you have to win. Earn an additional chance by participating in activities. Open to all ages!

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults & Seniors, Bookmobile
Event Details:

Complete the reading goals for a chance to win awesome prizes! The more you read (up to 8 hours), the more chances you have to win. Earn an additional chance by participating in activities. Open to all ages!

Giant Squishmallow named Malu. Light gray and white with dark gray ears.

MALU PRIZE DRAWING

All Day 12/5 - 12/23
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Families, Adults & Seniors

Win the adorable Malu the Shih Tzu Squishmallow!

Loveable and squeezable. This cuddly companion could be yours! 

One entry per person per day.

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Families, Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

Win the adorable Malu the Shih Tzu Squishmallow!

Loveable and squeezable. This cuddly companion could be yours! 

One entry per person per day.

Mini Monday: Mini Candy Canes

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

Stop by the Teen Room anytime today to get a mini candy cane! The perfect treat for an elf on a shelf! 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 candy cane! The perfect treat for an elf on a shelf! One per person, while supplies last. 

Volunteer: Inclusion Game Night

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Community Meeting Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens

Volunteers needed! Play board games, card games, and bingo with teens of all abilities, including autistic youth and young people with developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities. Volunteers arrive 15 minutes before the program begins.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Volunteers needed! Play board games, card games, and bingo with teens of all abilities, including autistic youth and young people with developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities. Volunteers arrive 15 minutes before the program begins.

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.

Inclusion Game Night

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Teens

Teens and young adults of all abilities -- and their families and friends -- are invited to meet new people and play board games and card games in a relaxed setting. We’ll also play a few rounds of bingo, with prizes awarded!

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 9, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens and young adults of all abilities -- and their families and friends -- are invited to meet new people and play board games and card games in a relaxed setting. We’ll also play a few rounds of bingo, with prizes awarded!

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.

Teen Volunteer Event: Kids Craft Program

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:45pm
Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens

Teen volunteers will assist library staff with set up, oversee activities, and clean up for the Craftereves: Button Christmas Tree kids program.

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teen volunteers will assist library staff with set up, oversee activities, and clean up for the Craftereves: Button Christmas Tree kids program.

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.

Volunteer: TAG: Teen Advisory Group

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Teen Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens

Join us once a month for an hour to eat pizza and discuss ways to make the library more teen friendly! We want to hear about what you want to see at your library! You’ll even earn an hour of volunteer time for attending! 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 11, 2025 @ 4:45pm.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us once a month for an hour to eat pizza and discuss ways to make the library more teen friendly! We want to hear about what you want to see at your library! You’ll even earn an hour of volunteer time for attending! 

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.

Teen Volunteer Night: Holiday Cards for Seniors

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens

Feel like spreading a little holiday cheer? Why not write some cards to those who need a little cheering up this year? Spend some time creating and filling cards that will bring a smile to any senior’s face.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Feel like spreading a little holiday cheer? Why not write some cards to those who need a little cheering up this year? Spend some time creating and filling cards that will bring a smile to any senior’s face.

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.

Exploding Kittens Party

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Teens

As requested by our volunteer Teen Advisory Group: a night dedicated to the Exploding Kittens card game, with kittens, explosions, and everything in-between! 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 16, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

As requested by our volunteer Teen Advisory Group: a night dedicated to the Exploding Kittens card game, with kittens, explosions, and everything in-between! 

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.

Last Minute Present Party

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Teens

Are you a last-minute present buyer who’s panicking now that Christmas is right around the corner? Don’t worry! Join us at our Last Minute Present Party to create something handmade for someone you love!

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 18, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a last-minute present buyer who’s panicking now that Christmas is right around the corner? Don’t worry! Join us at our Last Minute Present Party to create something handmade for someone you love!

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.

BOOKMOBILE CLOSED

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Mini Monday: Glow-in-the-Dark Snowmen

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

Stop by the Teen Room anytime today to get a mini glow-in-the-dark snowman! A tiny piece of winter to keep with you the whole year through! 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 glow-in-the-dark snowman! A tiny piece of winter to keep with you the whole year through! One per person, while supplies last. 

Teen Volunteer Event: Kids Craft Program

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 1:45pm - 3:15pm
Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens

Teen volunteers will assist library staff with set up, oversee activities, and clean up for the Surprise Holiday Crafting kids program.

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teen volunteers will assist library staff with set up, oversee activities, and clean up for the Surprise Holiday Crafting kids program.

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.

BOOKMOBILE CLOSED

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Giant Squishmallow named Malu. Light gray and white with dark gray ears.

MALU PRIZE DRAWING

All Day 12/26 - 12/30
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Families, Adults & Seniors

Win the adorable Malu the Shih Tzu Squishmallow!

Loveable and squeezable. This cuddly companion could be yours! 

One entry per person per day.

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Families, Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

Win the adorable Malu the Shih Tzu Squishmallow!

Loveable and squeezable. This cuddly companion could be yours! 

One entry per person per day.

Brown and white fox reading a blue book outlined with a blue circle and white background.

WINTER READING PROGRAM: READING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND

All Day 12/26 - 12/30
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults & Seniors, Bookmobile

Complete the reading goals for a chance to win awesome prizes! The more you read (up to 8 hours), the more chances you have to win. Earn an additional chance by participating in activities. Open to all ages!

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults & Seniors, Bookmobile
Event Details:

Complete the reading goals for a chance to win awesome prizes! The more you read (up to 8 hours), the more chances you have to win. Earn an additional chance by participating in activities. Open to all ages!

BOOKMOBILE CLOSED

All Day
Outreach
Closing
Branches:
Outreach

BOOKMOBILE CLOSED

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Teen Craft: Mandala Pop and Paint

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teens

Enjoy a night of painting magnificent mandalas on canvas while drinking pop from the fanciest of glasses. We’ll even have some edible glitter to add to the drinks for some extra sparkle! 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 30, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a night of painting magnificent mandalas on canvas while drinking pop from the fanciest of glasses. We’ll even have some edible glitter to add to the drinks for some extra sparkle! 

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.

BOOKMOBILE CLOSED

All Day
Outreach
Closing
Branches:
Outreach

LIBRARY CLOSED

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