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V.I.P. Notebooks

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Program I & II
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest
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Seats Remaining: 7
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Make a special notebook that celebrates the V.I.P. (Very Important Person) in your life. Registration with a CLPL card is required.  ...

Overdose Prevention Training (Age 14+)

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:
Learn to identify and respond to opioids and overdoses. Then, learn how to reverse an overdose using naloxone, a life-saving nasal spray.   ...

Knitting for Beginners

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Program I & II
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest
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Seats Remaining: 0
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Learn the basics of knitting in this multi-generational class. Bring your own size 8 knitting needles (circular or straight). We’ll provide the yarn. Participants in grades 5-8 must be accompanied by an adult. CLPL cardholders only. Registration requ...

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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.

Random Fandom Week: Color Your Fandom

1:30pm - 4:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest
Event Details:
Drop in and relax while coloring pages from a variety of fandoms. Coloring pages and supplies will be provided. ...

Random Fandom Week: Drop-In Crafts

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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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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

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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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. ...

After School Adventures

3:45pm - 5:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Program I & II
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:
Stop by Youth Services for a surprise hands-on activity. We'll have a different activity each week including crafts, games, building, robots, and more! This is a drop-in program, no registration is required. ...

Random Fandom Week: Build a DND Character!

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, Family, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest
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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. ...

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

Random Fandom Week: Superhero Trivia

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:
Join us for all kinds of superhero trivia! Questions may come from DC, Marvel, or some other universe. Match your wits against other fans and find out how much you know! Registration with a CLPL card is required.  ...

Random Fandom Week: Fandom Feud!

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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!    ...

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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

All Day
Crystal Lake Public Library
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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
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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 ...

Random Fandom Week: Wizards and Wands

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Program I & II
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:
Get a wand and a spell book then test your magical abilities with potions and herbology lessons. Wear your robes if you'd like! Registration with a CLPL card is required. ...

CANCELLED - Random Fandom Week: PokéPlushies

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Program I & II
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest

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Accessibility

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

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

Random Fandom: Pokémon Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Program I & II
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Celebrate all things Pokémon with games, crafts and activities at our Pokémon Party! Registration with a CLPL card is required. ...

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

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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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+ ...

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

Free Comic Book Day!

All Day
Crystal Lake Public Library
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. ...

Fandom Fest

9:00am - 4:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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. ...

CLPL @ Crystal Lake's Garden Party

10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
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. ...

Random Fandom Week: Saturday Morning Star Wars

10:00am - 12:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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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 ...

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Food Allergies

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

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

Meet Local Author: Refe Tuma

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
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Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:
Join local author Refe Tuma for a crash course in storytelling (and a little mad science) with heroes, villains, and the physics of storytelling, as Refe inspires them to craft compelling stories in books, games, songs and even every day conversation...

After School Adventures

3:45pm - 5:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Program I & II
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:
Stop by Youth Services for a surprise hands-on activity. We'll have a different activity each week including crafts, games, building, robots, and more! This is a drop-in program, no registration is required. ...

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

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual CLPL
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...

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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.