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Family Story Time

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

A story time for every little one! Join us for stories, fingerplays, songs, dancing, and more! Suggested for ages Birth - 5 years with a caregiver. 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: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A story time for every little one! Join us for stories, fingerplays, songs, dancing, and more! Suggested for ages Birth - 5 years with a caregiver. Registration with a CLPL card is required. 

This event is in the "Youth" group

After School Adventures

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Youth

Stop by Youth Services for a surprise, hands-on activity. Crafts, games, building and robots. The activity will change every week. Drop in. No registration required.

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. Crafts, games, building and robots. The activity will change every week. Drop in. No registration required.

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 "All Ages" group

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 "Youth" group

Toddler Time

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

A special story time that includes songs, rhymes, dancing and stories for our exuberant toddlers! Registration with a CLPL card is required.

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

A special story time that includes songs, rhymes, dancing and stories for our exuberant toddlers! Registration with a CLPL card is required.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Family Story Time

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Services at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

A story time for every little one! Join us for stories, fingerplays, songs, dancing, and more! Suggested for ages Birth - 5 years with a caregiver. This is a Drop-in story time. No registration required.

Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A story time for every little one! Join us for stories, fingerplays, songs, dancing, and more! Suggested for ages Birth - 5 years with a caregiver. This is a Drop-in story time. No registration required.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Maker Academy: Cross Stitch, Embroidery and Hand Sewing

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General Interest
Age Group:
Youth

Grab your grown-up and come to Youth Services to learn new fiber art skills. Take home a fun project that you have made together. Registration with a CLPL card is required. 

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Program I & II
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grab your grown-up and come to Youth Services to learn new fiber art skills. Take home a fun project that you have made together. Registration with a CLPL card is 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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Library Foundation Meeting

Tuesday, September 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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

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 "Youth" group

Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program I at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Stories and songs for preschool-aged children. Adults encouraged to leave the room to build kids' independence. Registration with a CLPL card is required.

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

Stories and songs for preschool-aged children. Adults encouraged to leave the room to build kids' independence. Registration with a CLPL card is required.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Family Story Time

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

A story time for every little one! Join us for stories, fingerplays, songs, dancing, and more! Suggested for ages Birth - 5 years with a caregiver. 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: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A story time for every little one! Join us for stories, fingerplays, songs, dancing, and more! Suggested for ages Birth - 5 years with a caregiver. Registration with a CLPL card is required. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Reel Life Movies: The Last Showgirl

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adult

A screening and discussion of  2024's "The Last Showgirl." (85 min., R). This program is co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Crystal Lake Branch. 
Registration encouraged.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

A screening and discussion of  2024's "The Last Showgirl." (85 min., R). This program is co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Crystal Lake Branch. 
Registration encouraged.

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 "All Ages" group

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 "Youth" group

Sandy Oaks Farm Market Story Time

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Join us at Sandy Oaks Farm Market for an energetic story time on a working farm. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on and be ready for fun!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Sandy Oaks Farm Market for an energetic story time on a working farm. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on and be ready for fun!

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

CrafterNoon

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Adult Services at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Calling all 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. Registration encouraged.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all 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. Registration encouraged.

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 "All Ages" group

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 "Youth" group

Yoga Story Time

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Join us for a story time focused on movement and fun. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Registration with a CLPL card is required.

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

Join us for a story time focused on movement and fun. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Registration with a CLPL card is required.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Device Drop-In

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult Services at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adult

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.

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.

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 "All Ages" group

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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Saturday Story Time and Play

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Family

A story time for every little one! Join us for a short story time followed by playtime for children and their caregivers to enjoy. Recommended for children ages Birth - 5 yrs. with their caregiver. Drop-in, no registration is required. 

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

A story time for every little one! Join us for a short story time followed by playtime for children and their caregivers to enjoy. Recommended for children ages Birth - 5 yrs. with their caregiver. Drop-in, no registration is required. 

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 "All Ages" group

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

From Perseverance to Hope

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adult

Join us as local author Bea Pedersen (After Seven When The Rates Are Cheaper) shares powerful and heartfelt stories of overcoming adversity with grace, humor, and unwavering faith.

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

Join us as local author Bea Pedersen (After Seven When The Rates Are Cheaper) shares powerful and heartfelt stories of overcoming adversity with grace, humor, and unwavering faith.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

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 "All Ages" group

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 "Youth" group

Baby Time

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Join us for a special story time for the youngest of the young. This story time is only meant for babies. We will have stories, songs, and lap-sit games. 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: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special story time for the youngest of the young. This story time is only meant for babies. We will have stories, songs, and lap-sit games. Registration with a CLPL card is required. 

This event is in the "Youth" group

Family Story Time

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

A story time for every little one! Join us for stories, fingerplays, songs, dancing, and more! Suggested for ages Birth - 5 years with a caregiver. 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: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A story time for every little one! Join us for stories, fingerplays, songs, dancing, and more! Suggested for ages Birth - 5 years with a caregiver. Registration with a CLPL card is required.