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. 

Upcoming Events

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Teen Volunteer Event: Kids Craft Program

4:15pm - 5:45pm
Teens
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

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

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. 

NATIONAL BURGER MONTH

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

We are throwing a party for National Hamburger Month!

Swing by the Bookmobile and snag yourself a burger yo-yo.  

It's a flipping good time!

Pen and Ink on Napkins as a Traveling Journal with Lemont Artists Guild

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Full
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

The Lemont Artists Guild is pleased to present talented and local artist, Robert Morris, who will speak about his Pen and Ink Art on Napkins. Robert studied art and architecture at the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana and at L’Ecole d

PINOCHLE

12:00pm - 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: 16
Event Details:

Join us to play Pinochle! Experienced and beginner players are welcome. The Pinochle group meets weekly on Thursdays at 12:00pm.

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! 

Teen Craft: DIY Squishies

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join us in making foam toys so cute you won’t be able to resist squishing them! 

Registration required. For teens in grades 6-12.

EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC

10:30am - 11:00am
Children, Families
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Families
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Fridays @ 10:30 - 11:00 am  

For children up to age 5 with adult. Parent or caregiver must be present.

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.

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.

May is for Muffins with Chef Maddox: 10:30am Session

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults & Seniors
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

This is the first of two sessions. Please choose one to attend. Registration for the 12:30pm session is here.

May is for Muffins with Chef Maddox: 12:30pm Session

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

This is the second of two sessions. Please choose one to attend. Registration for the 10:30am session is here.

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!

Mini Monday: Mini Resin Flowers

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

Stop by the Teen Room anytime today to get a mini resin flower! These blooms are tiny but beautiful! One per person, while supplies last. 

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.

Gmail Tips and Tricks

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults & Seniors
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Make sure you’re getting the most out of your Gmail account! Discover lesser-known features and get control of your inbox. This class is for people who already use Gmail and are familiar with its basic functions. Registration required.

EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC

10:00am - 10:30am
Children, Families
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Families
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Mondays @ 10:00 - 10:30 am  

For children up to age 5 with adult. Parent or caregiver must be present.

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.

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!

NATIONAL BURGER MONTH

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

We are throwing a party for National Hamburger Month!

Swing by the Bookmobile and snag yourself a burger yo-yo.  

It's a flipping good time!

LIBRARY BOARD MEETING

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Event Details:

The Homer Township Public Library's Board of Trustees generally meets every fourth Monday of the month at 7pm in the library’s meeting room at 14320 W. 151st Street, Homer Glen, IL.

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.

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.

NATIONAL BURGER MONTH

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

We are throwing a party for National Hamburger Month!

Swing by the Bookmobile and snag yourself a burger yo-yo.  

It's a flipping good time!

Teen Volunteer: TAG: Teen Advisory Group

4:45pm - 5:45pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join us once a month for an hour to eat pizza in the teen room and discuss ways to make the library more teen friendly! We want to hear about what you want to see at your library! Different events? Different books?

TV Show Bingo

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Pick the bingo sheet with your favorite shows and see if it gets you bingo! Prizes include gift cards, candy, books, & other fun stuff! 

Registration required. For teens in grades 6-12.