Upcoming Events

Pick your favorite character and race in our Mario Kart Tournament! Do activities and watch other racers dodge turtle shells while you wait. Nintendo Switch console and remotes provided by the library.

Our monthly writers group is back! Join us every month to meet up and check in with other local writers. Bring whatever you're working on or find some inspiration here and get some writing done!

Drop in to Youth Services for a surprise, hands-on activity. Crafts, games, building, robots, the activity will change each week! No registration required.

Everyone is welcome when CLPL celebrates Pride 2024! Join us for crafts, games, music and more! Refreshments available from Joe + Dough from 6:30-7:30 pm.

Tie-Dye at the library! Come create a tie-dyed beach towel and customize it with your name, a word, or special design. We'll meet on the library lawn.

Practice reading with our Very Important Volunteers (VIVs) this summer! Children will be paired with teen volunteers to practice their reading skills and build confidence. Sign up for a 15-minute session. CLPL cardholders only.

Practice reading with our Very Important Volunteers (VIVs) this summer! Children will be paired with teen volunteers to practice their reading skills and build confidence. Sign up for a 15-minute session. CLPL cardholders only.

Practice reading with our Very Important Volunteers (VIVs) this summer! Children will be paired with teen volunteers to practice their reading skills and build confidence. Sign up for a 15-minute session. CLPL cardholders only.

Practice reading with our Very Important Volunteers (VIVs) this summer! Children will be paired with teen volunteers to practice their reading skills and build confidence. Sign up for a 15-minute session. CLPL cardholders only.

Practice reading with our Very Important Volunteers (VIVs) this summer! Children will be paired with teen volunteers to practice their reading skills and build confidence. Sign up for a 15-minute session. CLPL cardholders only.

Enjoy a Strikers performance, meet the musicians and see their instruments up close. We have partnered with the Crystal Lake Park District to present these amazing performers. Please bring a blanket or chair to sit on.

CLPL will join with the Crystal Lake Park District to commemorate the veterans who defend our country.

Laura Doherty is a nationally touring children's performer and award-winning recording artist. Please bring a chair or blanket and join us at Veteran Acres Park, 431 Walkup Rd., Crystal Lake, IL 60012. No registration is required.

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.