Program Registration Change

Starting with June program registration, priority will be given to Homer Township Library cardholders due to high demand and limited space.  More details will be available soon.  Thank you for your understanding as we work to better serve our Library community. 

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SPRING SCENE COLORING CONTEST

All Day 4/21 - 4/27
Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Enter the Spring Scene contest between March 31 - April 27 for a chance to win a Funny Bunny prize!

Coloring sheets will be on display at the library and may be posted on social media. Entries will not be returned.  

STAR WARS CLASSIC SEARCH

All Day 4/21 - 5/4
Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Use your Jedi powers in the KidZone to seek out images from Star Wars!

Circle answers on your Star Wars Search sheet. Return completed sheet to the Youth Services desk for a small reward.

ART EXHIBITION

All Day 4/21 - 5/11
Children, Tweens, Families
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Event Details:

You are invited to a special exhibition of artwork created by Homer School District 33C students.

Vote for your favorite!

YOTO PRIZE DRAWING: CHILDREN'S READING CHALLENGES

All Day 4/21 - 5/24
Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Children's Reading Challenges!

April 7th - July 26th

Win a Yoto Player!

BEADS & BEYOND!

10:00am - 6:00pm
Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: KidZone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Stop in to create a cool, necklace or other beading project of your own design.

VIRTUAL FAMILY BINGO

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Families
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Virtual Programs
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Program Type: Online/Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

All ages, children under 6 with an adult. 

Play Virtual BINGO from the comfort of your home! Every time you get BINGO, your name will be placed in the prize drawing. 

LEGO CLUB

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tweens, Families
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Program Type: Clubs
Event Details:

Drop in to make a fun LEGO creation!

Ages 5-12. No registration required. 

PATRIOTIC PUP COLORING CONTEST

All Day 4/28 - 5/24
Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Enter the Patriotic Pup contest between April 28 - May 31 for a chance to win a red, white and blue dog!

Coloring sheets will be on display at the library and may be posted on social media. Entries will not be returned.  

STAR WARS CLASSICS MAZE

All Day 4/28 - 5/24
Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Pilot your way though the maze and save the day!

HOMESCHOOL HAPPENINGS

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Families
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Suggested ages children 4-13 with adult.

Meet, learn and play with other local homeschooling families through a variety of fun and interactive 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.

TO BE CONTINUED BOOK CLUB

All Day 5/1 - 5/24
Children, Tweens, Families
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Program Type: Book Club, Online/Virtual
Event Details:

Watch Now! To Be Continued Book Club with Miss Mary Kay.

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!

MOTHER'S DAY CRAFT

All Day 5/5 - 5/11
Children, Tweens, Families
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Featuring an adorable gnome along with mushrooms, glittery hearts and the words, “there’s gnome one like you Mom.” 

One per child while supplies last.

YOUTH HORTICULTURE - GROW A LETTUCE GARDEN

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Full
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join the Will County Master Gardeners for a fun, hands on lettuce container planting project. Create a fun yard art project too!

Registration required for each session. Ages 7-13, Limit 10, minimum 5. 

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

All Day 5/6 - 5/18
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!

PAINT WORKSHOP - AGES 8-13 - CHARMING KITTY

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Children, Tweens
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Charming Kitty

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.

ART WORKSHOP - INTRODUCING...AMAZING NEW ANIMALS

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Tweens
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Virtual Programs
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Online/Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 88
Event Details:

Kids will have fun and get to share their creations via Zoom! You'll love this fun draw-along cartooning class presented by artist, Mark Anderson.

CRAFTEREVES - TISSUE JAR HOLDER

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Full
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Tissue Jar Holder

The only issue with this Tissue Holder is what colors to choose! This beautifully decorated jar will look great on your desk or nightstand. 

CREATIVE WRITING CLUB

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Are you ready to dive into a world of imagination and storytelling? Creative Writing Club is the perfect place for young writers to explore their ideas, create exciting characters, and craft amazing stories! 

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!

STAR SPANGLED SEARCH

All Day 5/19 - 5/24
Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Search for 8 patriotic pictures in the KidZone.

Look for a clue next to the matching image on your Star Spangled sheet. Return completed sheet to the Youth Services desk for a small reward.

BEADS & BEYOND!

10:00am - 6:00pm
Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: KidZone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Stop in to create a cool, necklace or other beading project of your own design.

HOMESCHOOL HAPPENINGS

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Families
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Suggested ages children 4-13 with adult.

Meet, learn and play with other local homeschooling families through a variety of fun and interactive 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.

30 DAY DRAWING CHALLENGE CELEBRATION

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: KidZone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

30 Day Drawing Challenge Celebration!

30 Day Drawing Challenge participants can share their drawings and celebrate their success! Everyone will receive a completion certificate and enjoy light snacks and beverages.