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Teen Volunteer Event: Kids Craft Program

4:15pm–5:45pm
Teens
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.

CRAFTEREVES - BUTTON CHRISTMAS TREE

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Button Christmas Tree

Button up your holidays with this festive tree! 

Registration required. Ages 8-12. Limit 12. 

 

 

 

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. 

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.

LIGHT-UP SNOWMAN

4:30pm–7:30pm
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Outreach
Room: Homer Township Library Bookmobile
Age Group: Bookmobile
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Visit the Bookmobile to build your very own glowing snowman buddy!

Marshall Field’s at Christmas

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 10, 2025 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

For many Chicagoans, no Christmas season was complete without a visit to Marshall Field’s, the city’s grande dame of department stores.

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.

PINOCHLE

12:00pm–3:30pm
Adults & Seniors
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. 

Volunteer: TAG: Teen Advisory Group

4:45pm–5:45pm
Teens
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.

PAINT WORKSHOP - AGES 8-13 - POLAR BEAR FAMILY

5:00pm–6:30pm
Children, Tweens
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Polar Bear Family

Annie, from Divine Design Paint Studio, will lead a step by step painting class for children. Each child will leave with a finished, acrylic paint on canvas, masterpiece.

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. 

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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
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.

Posture, Balance, and a Little Cha-Cha-Cha

9:00am–10:00am
Adults & Seniors
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: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Posture, balance, and a little cha-cha-cha will teach you exercises for living a super healthy lifestyle. With a Master Degree in Exercise Science and as a professional dancer, Elaine Gotfryd Noonan will increase your strength, flexibility an

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.

EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Families
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 12, 2025 @ 9:30am.
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.

KNITTING MEETUP

10:30am–12:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

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

LIBRARY SHOWDOWN: THIS OR THAT QUESTION?

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

Library Showdown!

SEASONAL BEADING CRAFT

All Day 12/15–12/21
Children, Tweens, Families
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Pick up a fun beading craft to bling up your holiday or to make and give as a handmade gift. 

One per child while supplies last.

EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Families
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 15, 2025 @ 9:00am.
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.

Create & Chat: Artists Meetup

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

Artists of all kinds are welcome to join our monthly meetup group!

YOUTH HORTICULTURE - WINTER GREENERY

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
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: Winter Greenery.

Design a square shaped wreath with evergreens accented with a modge-podge print. 

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. 

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.

CANDY CANE REINDEER!

4:30pm–7:30pm
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Outreach
Room: Homer Township Library Bookmobile
Age Group: Bookmobile
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Santa's reindeer have landed on the Bookmobile.  Slide on over and snag your candy cane reindeer!

Adult Craft: Snowman Decoration

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get in the holiday spirit with a snowman decoration! Paint your own wooden snowman to hang on a wall or your front door for the holidays.

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.

Wits Workout

9:00am–10:00am
Adults & Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 16, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Give your brain the workout it needs to stay sharp! Join us for brain-teasers, games, and puzzles (developed by University of Illinois Extension educators) that get you thinking and having fun. Recommended for older adults.

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.

DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults & Seniors
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.

CANDY CANE REINDEER!

4:30pm–7:30pm
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Outreach
Room: Homer Township Library Bookmobile
Age Group: Bookmobile
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Santa's reindeer have landed on the Bookmobile.  Slide on over and snag your candy cane reindeer!

Exploding Kittens Party

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
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.

BASIC FLOW YOGA

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults & Seniors
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: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Yoga
Registration Required
Event Details:

Basic flow yoga is a beginner vinyasa yoga class. This practice will help beginning practitioners learn to connect their breath to movement.

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.

Spice It Up: Cajun Seasoning

All Day
Adults & Seniors
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Due to popular demand, one per household please.

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.