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Take-and-Make Crafts - September

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

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

Youth Take-and-Make: Fall Wreath

Offsite Event
Library Branch: CLPL Take & Make
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: Fall Wreath

This event is in the "Adult" group

AARP Driver Safety Course

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adult
AARP Driver Safety Course:

Drivers 50+ can refresh their driving skills & learn safety tips. This 2 day class may earn you an auto insurance discount. $20 for AARP members & $25 for non-members. Brin...

Drivers 55+ refresh your driving skills in this two-day course and you could reduce your auto insurance costs. $20 for AARP members; $25 for non-members. Make checks payable to AARP. Registration required; must attend both sessions.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

AARP Driver Safety Course

Drivers 50+ can refresh their driving skills & learn safety tips. This 2 day class may earn you an auto insurance discount. $20 for AARP members & $25 for non-members. Bring a snack, your AARP card, and payment. You must attend both days.

Drivers 55+ refresh your driving skills in this two-day course and you could reduce your auto insurance costs. $20 for AARP members; $25 for non-members. Make checks payable to AARP. Registration required; must attend both sessions.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Family Evening Story Time

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Bring the family and enjoy a story time together. Prepare to dance and sing! Registration is required. 

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Program I & II
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring the family and enjoy a story time together. Prepare to dance and sing! Registration is required. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Making the Most of Social Security

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adult

Do you want to get the most out of your Social Security? In this informational session, discover strategies to boost your monthly lifetime benefits beyond standard filing options.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you want to get the most out of your Social Security? In this informational session, discover strategies to boost your monthly lifetime benefits beyond standard filing options.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Preschool Story Time and Craft

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Join us for a special story time for preschoolers that includes stories, songs and a fun craft. Registration with a CLPL card is required.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Program I & II
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special story time for preschoolers that includes stories, songs and a fun craft. Registration with a CLPL card is required.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages

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.

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.

Library Closed for Staff Training

Friday, October 3, 2025 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

This event is in the "Adult" group

A Matter of Balance

Friday, October 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adult

Matter of Balance (MOB) is specifically designed to reduce the fear of falling and improve activity for age 60+.  The program includes eight classes that run up to two-hours each session,  presented to a small group of 8-12 participants

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Matter of Balance (MOB) is specifically designed to reduce the fear of falling and improve activity for age 60+.  The program includes eight classes that run up to two-hours each session,  presented to a small group of 8-12 participants

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Crystal Lake Fire Rescue Dept. Open House

Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult, Family, All Ages

Visit us at the Crystal Lake Fire Department's Annual Open House. There will be demonstrations, family activities and fun! This is a free event for residents of all ages.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, Family, All Ages
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Visit us at the Crystal Lake Fire Department's Annual Open House. There will be demonstrations, family activities and fun! This is a free event for residents of all ages.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Library Foundation Meeting

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages

Library Foundation Meeting.

Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

Library Foundation Meeting.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages

The Crystal Lake Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a meeting to conduct essential business.

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages

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.

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.

Library Closed for Staff Training

Friday, November 7, 2025 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

Veterans Day

All Day
Crystal Lake Public Library

The Library is closed for Veterans Day.

Closing
Branches:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Veterans Day.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages

The Crystal Lake Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a meeting to conduct essential business.

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.

Library Closed - Thanksgiving Eve

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Crystal Lake Public Library

Library Closed - Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Crystal Lake Public Library

The Library is closed for Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Thanksgiving.

Library Closed

All Day
Crystal Lake Public Library

The Library is closed the day after Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed the day after Thanksgiving.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages

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.

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.

Library Closed for Staff Training

Friday, December 5, 2025 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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Library Foundation Meeting

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages

Library Foundation Meeting.

Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

Library Foundation Meeting.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages

The Crystal Lake Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a meeting to conduct essential business.

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.

Christmas Eve

All Day
Crystal Lake Public Library

The Library is closed for Christmas Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Christmas Eve.

Christmas Day

All Day
Crystal Lake Public Library

The Library is closed for Christmas Day.

Closing
Branches:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Christmas Day.