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Reel Life Movies: "Barbie"

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:
A screening and discussion of the 2023 smash hit "Barbie" (PG-13, 116 min.). This program is co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Crystal Lake Branch.   ...

Library Foundation Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Program I & II
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:
Library Foundation Meeting. ...

Virtual - Illinois Libraries Present: Speculating about Our AI Future

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual CLPL
Library Branch: Virtual CLPL
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:
Speculating about Our AI Future with Cory Doctorow, Ken Liu, and Martha Wells Join us for a panel discussion featuring three best selling science fiction writers, Cory Doctorow, Ken Liu, and Martha Wells. They will discuss the promise, perils, and...

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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.

Device Drop-In

10:00am - 12:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:
Do you need a little help with your smartphone, tablet, laptop or e-reader? Bring your device and your questions to this drop-in event. CLPL staff will help you navigate your device and the library's digital resources. ...

Introduction to Meditation

10:00am - 10:30am
Crystal Lake Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Have you ever wanted to learn to meditate but didn't know where to start? Come join Megan as she guides you through some basic meditation and mindful breathing techniques. All levels welcome. Feel free to bring a yoga mat, pillow or blanket to sit on...

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All Levels

All levels welcome.  ¡Principiantes bienvenidos!

Hybrid - Night Owls Book Club

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:
A brand new book club for readers who do their best after dark! Join us this month to discuss I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy. Copies are available at the Circulation desk. This program will be offered on Zoom and in person simulta...

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.

Tuesday Night Movie: "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny"

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:
Join us for a screening of 2023's "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny." Runtime: 142 minutes. Rated PG-13. ...

Hybrid - Bookies: Book Discussion Group

9:30am - 11:30am
Crystal Lake Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
This month's selection is Cherokee America by Margaret Verble. Winner of the 2020 Spur Award for best traditional western, this is a multi-ethnic, multi-generational saga set in the Old Cherokee Nation West and based on the lives of real pe...

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.

Library Board Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:
The Crystal Lake Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a meeting to conduct essential business. ...

Memory Café

10:00am - 11:30am
Crystal Lake Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Join our informal social gathering where persons with memory issues and their care partners can connect with others in similar situations. Held the third Thursday of the month. New members are always welcome. Registration required. ...

Library Board Special Meeting - Budget

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:
The Crystal Lake Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to conduct essential business. ...

Book Club SOS

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club, General Interest
Event Details:
Is your book club running low on ideas? Are you looking for engaging books to read? Join us for a lively presentation of discussion-worthy titles. Let Anna from Adult Services provide you with a year's worth of titles, some fiction and some nonfictio...

Readers' Social Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Registration
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club, Offsite
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
This isn't your typical book club! There's no assigned reading, no discussion to prepare for. Just bring whatever you happen to be reading and join us at Summer Moon Coffee in Crystal Lake for an evening of reading and meeting fellow book lovers. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Cancellation

Due to this program's popularity, please give the library 24-hours notice if you can't attend so we can notify the next person on the waiting list.

Mobile Office Hours for Rep. Suzanne Ness

10:00am - 12:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:
State Representative Suzanne Ness will be hosting mobile office hours at the Crystal Lake Public Library from 10 am to noon. Constituents are welcome to walk in, or schedule an appointment with her office ahead of time at: info@repsnessil66.com&...

Basics of Microsoft Excel 2016

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:
Learn the basics of working with Excel 2016 in this class for beginners. Keyboard and mouse skills required. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Cancellation

Due to this program's popularity, please give the library 24-hours notice if you can't attend so we can notify the next person on the waiting list.

Microsoft Excel 2016 Next Steps

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:
A continuation of the skills learned in Basics of Excel 2016. Keyboard and mouse skills required. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Cancellation

Due to this program's popularity, please give the library 24-hours notice if you can't attend so we can notify the next person on the waiting list.

Mystery of the Month Club

All Day
Crystal Lake Public Library
Registration
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

All Day
Crystal Lake Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Book Club, General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
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 ...

Between the Covers Romance Book Club

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Join us this month to discuss Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert. Copies are available at the Circulation desk and on hoopla.  ...

Library Closed

9:00am - 12:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Description:
The library will be closed from 9 am - noon for staff training ...

Virtual - Illinois Libraries Present: A Conversation with Jerry Craft

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual CLPL
Library Branch: Virtual CLPL
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:
A Conversation with Jerry Craft: From Mama’s Boyz to New Kid and Beyond Learn about life, art, and telling your story with bestselling author, illustrator and syndicated cartoonist, Jerry Craft. Join us for a conversation about his works and journ...

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.

Crafter Dark Social Hour

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Knitters and crafters pack up your current projects and head over to the library for a casual program where you can socialize with other makers while you work.  ...

Committee of the Whole Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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. ...

Device Drop-In

10:00am - 12:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:
Do you need a little help with your smartphone, tablet, laptop or e-reader? Bring your device and your questions to this drop-in event. CLPL staff will help you navigate your device and the library's digital resources. ...