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Random Fandom Week: Drop-In Crafts

Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult Services at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Join us for some fun crafting and good company. Whether you know what a "fandom" is or not, there's something for everyone! Supplies will be provided, just bring your creativity.&n

Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:
Join us for some fun crafting and good company. Whether you know what a "fandom" is or not, there's something for everyone! Supplies will be provided, just bring your creativity.  ...

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Photos

Library staffers regularly take photos to use in library publications and promotional fliers. Written consent will be obtained from those named in a photo.

Lucy! An Original Solo Musical Based on the Life of Lucille Ball

Lucy! An Original Solo Musical - Based on the Life of Lucille Ball

Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Show creator and actress Jillann Gabrielle brings Lucille Ball alive in stories and song, from the legendary comedienne's struggles to her triumphs. Meet the real Lucy – and find o

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Show creator and actress Jillann Gabrielle brings Lucille Ball alive in stories and song, from the legendary comedienne's struggles to her triumphs. Meet the real Lucy – and find out why she was a trailblazer in the entertainment industry. ...
Build a D&D Character

Random Fandom Week: Build a DND Character!

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General Interest
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, Family, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us as we roll the dice and build your custom character from scratch with character-building sheets. Then, paint your own tabletop miniature to get the game going! Fun for the

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, Family, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Join us as we roll the dice and build your custom character from scratch with character-building sheets. Then, paint your own tabletop miniature to get the game going! Fun for the whole family. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Photos

Library staffers regularly take photos to use in library publications and promotional fliers. Written consent will be obtained from those named in a photo.

Fandom Feud!

Random Fandom Week: Fandom Feud!

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Can you guess the top answers on the board? Adults and Teens in grades 6-12 can face off against each other to see who really knows their fandoms. Prizes and bragging rights includ

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:
Can you guess the top answers on the board? Adults and Teens in grades 6-12 can face off against each other to see who really knows their fandoms. Prizes and bragging rights included!    ...

Disclaimer(s)

Photos

Library staffers regularly take photos to use in library publications and promotional fliers. Written consent will be obtained from those named in a photo.

Mystery of the Month Club logo

Mystery of the Month Club

All Day
Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, General Interest
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Each month we hand pick a mystery book just for you. Selections will be based on your profile/quiz results. Find a new favorite author or be surprised by a book you've never read.

Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Book Club, General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Details:
Each month we hand pick a mystery book just for you. Selections will be based on your profile/quiz results. Find a new favorite author or be surprised by a book you've never read. Each month a book will be placed on hold and you will be notified when...
Romance of the Month Club

Romance of the Month Club

All Day
Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, General Interest
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Each month we hand pick a romance book just for you! Custom selections will be based on your survey results. Find a new favorite author or be surprised by a book you’ve never read.

Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Book Club, General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:
Each month we hand pick a romance book just for you! Custom selections will be based on your survey results. Find a new favorite author or be surprised by a book you’ve never read. Each month a book will be placed on hold and you’ll be notified when ...
Take and Make Craft logo

Take-and-Make Crafts - May

All Day
Virtual CLPL
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug Adult and Teen Take-and-Make: Ocean paper w

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual CLPL
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug Adult and Teen Take-and-Make: Ocean paper wind chime     ...
PokePlushies

CANCELLED - Random Fandom Week: PokéPlushies

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General Interest
Age Group:
Teen
Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Program I & II
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

ADA accommodations are available with at least 5 days advance notice. Please call 815.459.1687, ext. 8 to make arrangements.

Photos

Library staffers regularly take photos to use in library publications and promotional fliers. Written consent will be obtained from those named in a photo.

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

The Committee of the Whole of the Board of Library Trustees of the City of Crystal Lake will be holding an in person meeting at the library to consider essential business. Addition

Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:
The Committee of the Whole of the Board of Library Trustees of the City of Crystal Lake will be holding an in person meeting at the library to consider essential business. Additional details can be found in the Agenda. ...
Take and Make Craft logo

Take-and-Make Crafts - May

All Day
Virtual CLPL
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take and Make
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug      

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual CLPL
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take and Make
Event Details:
Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug       ...
Barbie Murder Mystery Night

Random Fandom Week: Barbie Murder Mystery Night (16+)

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Hi Barbie! Join us in our own pink world and solve the Barbie murder mystery! Costumes highly encouraged - which Barbie will you be? Ages 16+

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:
Hi Barbie! Join us in our own pink world and solve the Barbie murder mystery! Costumes highly encouraged - which Barbie will you be? Ages 16+ ...

Disclaimer(s)

Photos

Library staffers regularly take photos to use in library publications and promotional fliers. Written consent will be obtained from those named in a photo.

Take and Make Craft logo

Take-and-Make Crafts - May

All Day
Virtual CLPL
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug      

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual CLPL
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug       ...

Library Closed for Staff Training

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library

The library will be closed from 9 am - noon for staff training

Closing
Branches:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Description:
The library will be closed from 9 am - noon for staff training ...
Free Comic Book Day! Graphic

Free Comic Book Day!

All Day
Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come to the library and choose a free comic book while supplies last. One comic per person. Comic books will be distributed at the Youth and Adult Services desks. No registration i

Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:
Come to the library and choose a free comic book while supplies last. One comic per person. Comic books will be distributed at the Youth and Adult Services desks. No registration is required. ...
Take and Make Craft logo

Take-and-Make Crafts - May

All Day
Virtual CLPL
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug      

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual CLPL
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug       ...
Fandom Fest Graphic

Fandom Fest

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Free Comic Book Day is on May the Fourth this year! Pick up your free comic book and stay for fandom fun with crafts, photo ops and activity stations.

Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:
Free Comic Book Day is on May the Fourth this year! Pick up your free comic book and stay for fandom fun with crafts, photo ops and activity stations. ...
Garden Party Story Time

CLPL @ Crystal Lake's Garden Party

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, Family, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us at Downtown Crystal Lake's Garden Party! We will be sharing spring stories near the gazebo.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, Family, All Ages
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:
Join us at Downtown Crystal Lake's Garden Party! We will be sharing spring stories near the gazebo. ...
Saturday Morning Star Wars

Random Fandom Week: Saturday Morning Star Wars

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest, Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, Family, All Ages
Event Details:

Grab your free comic and come down to the Ames Room in your Star Wars pajamas for a showing of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. We'll have themed snacks available for a light br

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, Family, All Ages
Program Type: General Interest, Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:
Grab your free comic and come down to the Ames Room in your Star Wars pajamas for a showing of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. We'll have themed snacks available for a light breakfast!     Registration Recommended ...

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

Photos

Library staffers regularly take photos to use in library publications and promotional fliers. Written consent will be obtained from those named in a photo.

Take and Make Craft logo

Take-and-Make Crafts - May

All Day
Virtual CLPL
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug      

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual CLPL
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug       ...
Take and Make Craft logo

Take-and-Make Crafts - May

All Day
Virtual CLPL
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug      

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual CLPL
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug       ...
Take and Make Craft logo

Take-and-Make Crafts - May

All Day
Virtual CLPL
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug      

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual CLPL
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug       ...
Kal Penn

Virtual - Illinois Libraries Present: The Many Lives of Kal Penn

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual CLPL
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Kal Penn (kalpenn.com) is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. He is known for his starring roles in Designated

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual CLPL
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:
Kal Penn (kalpenn.com) is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. He is known for his starring roles in Designated Survivor, House, Mira Nair’s The Namesake, the Harold & Kumar fra...

Disclaimer(s)

Zoom - Invite

To access this program, you will receive an invitation to a Zoom meeting to the email you have given within 24 hours of the program.

Take and Make Craft logo

Take-and-Make Crafts - May

All Day
Virtual CLPL
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug      

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual CLPL
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug       ...
Take and Make Craft logo

Take-and-Make Crafts - May

All Day
Virtual CLPL
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug      

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual CLPL
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Little Ladybug       ...