Library Closed: Friday, April 3 and Sunday, April 5

In observance of Good Friday and Easter, the library will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Sunday, April 5.

Upcoming Events

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Chick Lit Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Chick Lit Book Club reads books about women and/or by women authors. We meet the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm. This month's selection is This is a Love Story by Jessica Soffer. New members welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Wiggles & Giggles

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Families
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!      

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Mahjong

12:30pm–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 Mahjong! Experienced and beginner players are welcome. The Mahjong group meets weekly on Wednesdays at 12:30pm. No registration needed. Just show up and play! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Safari Animals!

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

Escape the Jungle and craft a safari themed animal.

Wiggles & Giggles

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Families
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!      

Disclaimer(s)

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.

ABC Fun!

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Families
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

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. 

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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
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.

Teen Take-Home Activity Packets

All Day
Teens
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the library for this month's packet of Teen Take-Home Activtities! Each one contains fun games & activities to do at home. New packets offered in the Teen Room each month.

Dazzling Dragon Coloring Contest

All Day 5/1–5/23
Children, Tweens
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
Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Help the dragon through the maze.  

Early Childhood Music

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Families
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!

11:30am–12:30pm
Children, Families
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

10:30am–11:30am
Adults & Seniors
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

12:30pm–1:30pm
Adults & Seniors
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
Children, Tweens, Families
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Event Details:

Library Showdown!

Mini Monday: Mystery Ducks

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

Search for Independence images in the KidZone. 

Early Childhood Music

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Families
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

11:00am–11:30am
Children, Families
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

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Tweens
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!

4:30pm–7:30pm
Bookmobile
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

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults & Seniors
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.

Brain Builders for Adults & Seniors

All Day
Adults & Seniors
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

Stop by the library for this month's packet of Brain Builders for Adults & Seniors! Each packet contains games & activities to do at home. Stimulate your brain & have fun at the same time! New packets offered each month.