Thanksgiving Hours

In observance of Thanksgiving, the library will close at 4pm on Wednesday, November 27 and remain closed on Thursday, November 28.

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Name: TO BE CONTINUED BOOK CLUB
Start: 2024-11-01
End: 2024-11-30
Location: Homer Township Public Library District

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Time	Sun (11/17)	Mon (11/18)	Tue (11/19)	Wed (11/20)	Thu (11/21)	Fri (11/22)
All Day	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. TO BE CONTINUED BOOK CLUB All Day 11/1 - 11/30 Children, Tweens, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. 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.
	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. COOL TURKEY CRAFT All Day 11/12 - 11/17 Children, Tweens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Craft Event Details: You ain’t seen stuffing yet! Celebrate Thanksgiving with a cool, new, feathered friend! One per child while supplies last.	This event is in the "Teens" group. Mini Monday: Unicorns All Day Teens This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens Event Details: Stop by the Teen Room anytime today to get your very own unique little unicorn figurine! The perfect thing to keep you in the fall fantasy spirit! One per person, while supplies last.
	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. LET'S ALL STICK TOGETHER - NOVEMBER- MYSTERY ART PROJECT All Day 11/12 - 11/17 Children, Tweens, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!
	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. STORYWALK CHALLENGE-I'M A GNOME All Day 11/12 - 11/24 Children, Tweens, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families Event Details: Pick up a StoryWalk Challenge sheet at the library.
	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. THANKSGIVING COLORING CONTEST All Day 11/12 - 11/24 Children, Tweens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Age Group: Children, Tweens Event Details: Enter the Thanksgiving coloring contest for a chance to win an adorable, inflatable, baby turkey
	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. ART EXHIBITION All Day 11/12 - 11/26 Children, Tweens, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. 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 Jr. High students. Vote for your favorite!
	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID THEATRE SHOW TICKET DRAWING All Day 11/12 - 11/26 Children, Tweens, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families Event Details: Head over to the Youth Service Desk to enter to win 2 tickets to see the enchanting theatre show, The Little Mermaid at the Drury Lane Theatre! What: 2 Free Tickets! Where: The Drury Lane Theatre
	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. POKEY LITTLE PUPPY MAZE All Day 11/12 - 11/26 Children, Tweens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Age Group: Children, Tweens Event Details: Pick up a Pokey Little Puppy maze in the KidZone. Go through the maze to help the Pokey Little Puppy gather all the bones!
9 am			This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Adult Craft: Holiday Cards 9:30am - 10:30am Adults & Seniors Full Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Craft Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Get in the Christmas spirit at our holiday cardmaking event! We’ll make 8 fun and unique cards for you to send to loved ones. Registration required. This event is in the "Children" group. KINDERGARTEN TOUR - YOUNG 9:30am - 10:30am Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Age Group: Children	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. MOMMY & ME PILATES 9:00am - 9:30am Children, Families Full Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Family Activity Zone Age Group: Children, Families Required Seats Remaining: 4 Event Details: Take a break to stretch and decompress! Join Pilates certified instructor, Lindsey, for Mommy and Me Pilates at the library. This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Adult Bingo 9:30am - 10:30am Adults & Seniors Full Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Community Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: NOTE: Due to high demand, please register for just one Adult Bingo session each month. Have fun playing multiple rounds of everyone's favorite game -- BINGO! Free prizes awarded!
10 am		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC 10:00am - 10:30am Children, Families Full Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Family Activity Zone Age Group: Children, Families Required Seats Remaining: 5 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.		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. WIGGLES & GIGGLES 10:00am - 10:30am Children, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. WIGGLES & GIGGLES 10:00am - 10:30am Children, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Families Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Family Activity Zone Age Group: Children, Families 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. WIGGLES & GIGGLES 11:00am - 11:30am Children, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. KINDERGARTEN TOUR - YOUNG 11:00am - 12:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Age Group: Children		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. ABC FUN! 11:00am - 12:00pm Children, Families Full Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Family Activity Zone Age Group: Children, Families Required Seats Remaining: 4 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.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. ABC FUN! 11:30am - 12:30pm Children, Families Waitlist Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Waitlist Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Family Activity Zone Age Group: Children, Families Required Seats Remaining: 0 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.
12 pm				This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. MAHJONG 12:30pm - 3:30pm Adults & Seniors Full Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Community Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors 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.	This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. PINOCHLE 12:00pm - 3:30pm Adults & Seniors Full Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Community Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors 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.
1 pm		This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Create & Chat: Artists Meetup 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. POLISH STORY TIME FOR THE FAMILY 1:30pm - 2:30pm Children, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. HOMESCHOOL HAPPENINGS 1:00pm - 2:00pm Children, Tweens, Families Full Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Family Activity Zone Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families Required Seats Remaining: 12 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.		This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Adult Movie Matinee: Reagan 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults & Seniors Open Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Open Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Community Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Movies Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Details: Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the library while watching a film on our big screen. Snacks provided! Today's movie is Reagan. Rated PG-13 for violent content and smoking. Length: 2 hours and 15 minutes.
2 pm		This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Joliet Junior College: Drop-In Info Session 2:00pm - 5:00pm Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Age Group: Adults & Seniors Event Details: Looking to further your education? A Joliet Junior College representative will be at Homer Library with information to help!	This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults & Seniors Full Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Quiet Reading Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Required Seats Remaining: 2 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.
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4 pm		This event is in the "Bookmobile" group. PINECONE TURKEY 4:30pm - 7:30pm Bookmobile This event is in the "Bookmobile" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Outreach Room: Homer Township Library Bookmobile Age Group: Bookmobile Program Type: Bookmobile Event Details: What do you get when you join a pinecone with feathers? A gobble-tastic pinecone turkey creations!	This event is in the "Bookmobile" group. PINECONE TURKEY 4:30pm - 7:30pm Bookmobile This event is in the "Bookmobile" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Outreach Room: Homer Township Library Bookmobile Age Group: Bookmobile Program Type: Bookmobile Event Details: What do you get when you join a pinecone with feathers? A gobble-tastic pinecone turkey creations!	This event is in the "Bookmobile" group. PINECONE TURKEY 4:30pm - 7:30pm Bookmobile This event is in the "Bookmobile" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Outreach Room: Homer Township Library Bookmobile Age Group: Bookmobile Program Type: Bookmobile Event Details: What do you get when you join a pinecone with feathers? A gobble-tastic pinecone turkey creations!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. POKEMON @ THE LIBRARY 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children, Tweens Full Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Full Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Family Activity Zone Age Group: Children, Tweens Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Calling all Pokemon enthusiasts! Bring your own cards to the library to battle, share ideas and trade.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. ART WORKSHOP - ANIMAL HELPERS 6:30pm - 7:30pm Children, Tweens Full Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Virtual Programs Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Online/Virtual Required Seats Remaining: 75 Event Details: Kids will draw and learn about Illinois animals that need a little help. We’re talking piping plovers, cave amphipods, and the orangefoot pimpleback to name just a few! This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. MYSTERY BOOK CLUB 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Quiet Reading Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Add a little more MYSTERY to your life. Join us for refreshments while discussing the latest who-done-it! The month's book selection is Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone" by Benjamin Stevenson.	This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Craft: DIY Tarot Cards 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teens Full Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Age Group: Teens Program Type: Craft Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Create your own tarot cards and see what future they predict for you and your loved ones! Registration required. For teens in grades 6-12.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. VIRTUAL FAMILY BINGO 6:00pm - 7:00pm Children, Tweens, Families Full Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Virtual Programs Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families Program Type: Online/Virtual Required Seats Remaining: 11 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. This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. ADULT BOOK CLUB 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Room: Quiet Reading Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Book Club Event Details: The Adult Book Club reads contemporary novels and is the library's longest-running book club! This month's book selection is Go as a River by Shelley Read. We meet the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm.	This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Volunteer Night: Mini Positivity Cards 6:00pm - 8:00pm Teens Waitlist Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Waitlist Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District Age Group: Teens Program Type: Volunteer Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Gain service hours by volunteering to create Mini Positivity Cards! Discover how something so little can give someone a huge smile! We’ll watch a movie while creating the cards. Registration required. For teens in grades 6-12.

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