Holiday Hours

The library will be closed on Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1. Happy New Year!

Upcoming Events

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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!      

Blood Drive

3:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

To register, choose a time slot on the Versiti registration site. 

YOUTH HORTICULTURE - VALENTINE FLORAL

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Nothing brings the feeling of love more than hearts and flowers! Learn the basics of floral design with Master Gardeners from U of I Extension Services of Will County as each child creates their own make and take Valentine arrangement. 

LADY BUG LOVE

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

Buzz on over to the Bookmobile and 

whip up a ladybug checkers game that will have 

your heart doing a happy dance!

WINTER READING CLUB: READ GNOME MATTER WHAT!

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

Join the WRC, crush those reading goals, 

and get ready to score some epic prizes.  

Swing by the Bookmobile with your Gnomies 

for crafts, raffles, and a whole lot of fun!

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

All Day 2/4 - 2/16
Children, Tweens, Families
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

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children, Families
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.

DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.

Teen Volunteer Event: Kids Craft Program

4:15pm - 5:45pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Due to high demand, please register for only one kids program volunteer event per month.

WONDERFUL WOODEN GNOME CRAFT #1

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Imagine transforming your afternoon into a whimsical woodland adventure with a DIY wooden gnome craft.  Come join us and color these charming gnome friends!

LADY BUG LOVE

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

Buzz on over to the Bookmobile and 

whip up a ladybug checkers game that will have 

your heart doing a happy dance!

WINTER READING CLUB: READ GNOME MATTER WHAT!

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

Join the WRC, crush those reading goals, 

and get ready to score some epic prizes.  

Swing by the Bookmobile with your Gnomies 

for crafts, raffles, and a whole lot of fun!

Teen Anime Night: DIY Chocolate Truffle Mochi

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Celebrate the start of February by making some handmade mochi at the library! This chocolate delight is easy to make and wonderful to enjoy with friends! 

Registration required. For teens in grades 6-12.

Cross-Stitch Meetup

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults & Seniors
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.

MOMMY & ME PILATES

9:00am - 9:30am
Children, Families
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Families
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Take a break to stretch and decompress! Join Pilates certified instructor, Lindsey, for Mommy and Me Pilates at the library.

Google Drive for Beginners

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults & Seniors
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Google Drive is a cloud-based storage service that enables users to store and access files online. This beginners’ class will teach the basics of what you can do with Google Drive and how it can help you stay organized.

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!      

MAHJONG

12:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us to play Mahjong! Experienced and beginner players are welcome. The Mahjong group meets weekly on Wednesdays at 12:30pm.

WONDERFUL WOODEN GNOME CRAFT #2

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Imagine transforming your afternoon into a whimsical woodland adventure with a DIY wooden gnome craft.  Come join us and color these charming gnome friends!

LADY BUG LOVE

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

Buzz on over to the Bookmobile and 

whip up a ladybug checkers game that will have 

your heart doing a happy dance!

WINTER READING CLUB: READ GNOME MATTER WHAT!

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

Join the WRC, crush those reading goals, 

and get ready to score some epic prizes.  

Swing by the Bookmobile with your Gnomies 

for crafts, raffles, and a whole lot of fun!

Adult Craft: St. Patrick’s Day Gnome

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

What’s cuter than a gnome? A leprechaun gnome! Get in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with this fun adult craft. 

Registration required.

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!      

ABC FUN!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children, Families
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Families
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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)

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.