This event is in the "All Ages" group Committee of the Whole Meeting Wednesday, January 7, 2026 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. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 7 2026 Wed 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.
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 - January 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: Animal Scratch Art View Details Offsite Event 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Take-and-Make Crafts - January All Day CLPL Take & Make 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: Animal Scratch Art
This event is in the "Youth" group Bilingual Story Time/Cuentacuentos Familiar Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Program I & II at Crystal Lake Public Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth Get ready to have fun with music, books and rhymes in this special bilingual story time.Prepárate para divertirte con música, libros y rimas en este especial cuentacuentos bilingüe. Register Now Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Bilingual Story Time/Cuentacuentos Familiar 10:30am–11:00am Crystal Lake Public Library Register Now Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library Room: Program I & II Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Get ready to have fun with music, books and rhymes in this special bilingual story time.Prepárate para divertirte con música, libros y rimas en este especial cuentacuentos bilingüe.
This event is in the "Teen" group VR Game Night Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Teen Students in grades 6-12 can come and use the library’s Meta Quest 2 VR Headset, Nintendo Switch, or play a tabletop board game, while hanging with other teens. Snacks will be provided. Stay for a little while or the whole time. Register Now Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Jan 8 2026 Thu VR Game Night 6:30pm–8:00pm Crystal Lake Public Library Register Now Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library Room: Ames Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Students in grades 6-12 can come and use the library’s Meta Quest 2 VR Headset, Nintendo Switch, or play a tabletop board game, while hanging with other teens. Snacks will be provided. Stay for a little while or the whole time. Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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 - January 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: Animal Scratch Art View Details Offsite Event 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Take-and-Make Crafts - January All Day CLPL Take & Make 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: Animal Scratch Art
This event is in the "Adult" group Device Drop-In Friday, January 9, 2026 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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 9 2026 Fri 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.
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 - January 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: Animal Scratch Art View Details Offsite Event 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat Take-and-Make Crafts - January All Day CLPL Take & Make 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: Animal Scratch Art
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Family" group Saturday Story Time and Play Saturday, January 10, 2026 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. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Family" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Saturday Story Time and Play 10:30am–11:30am Crystal Lake Public Library 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 "Adult" group Organizing Your Papers: Past, Present, and Future Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adult Learn several techniques for conquering your paper clutter and find the documents you want when you need them. We'll discuss historical/sentimental items, documents related to your current lifestyle and hobbies, and preparing for future needs. Register Now Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Organizing Your Papers: Past, Present, and Future 1:00pm–2:30pm Crystal Lake Public Library Register Now Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library Room: Ames Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Learn several techniques for conquering your paper clutter and find the documents you want when you need them. We'll discuss historical/sentimental items, documents related to your current lifestyle and hobbies, and preparing for future needs.
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 - January 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: Animal Scratch Art View Details Offsite Event 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 Jan 11 2026 Sun Take-and-Make Crafts - January All Day CLPL Take & Make 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: Animal Scratch Art
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 - January 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: Animal Scratch Art View Details Offsite Event 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 Jan 12 2026 Mon Take-and-Make Crafts - January All Day CLPL Take & Make 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: Animal Scratch Art
This event is in the "Youth" group Baby Time Monday, January 12, 2026 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 Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Baby Time 9:30am–10:00am Crystal Lake Public Library Register Now 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, January 12, 2026 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. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Family Story Time 10:30am–11:00am Crystal Lake Public Library Waitlist 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 Make It Mondays Monday, January 12, 2026 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 or building. The activity will change every week. Drop in. No registration required. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Make It Mondays 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. Crafts, games or building. 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 - January 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: Animal Scratch Art View Details Offsite Event 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 Jan 13 2026 Tue Take-and-Make Crafts - January All Day CLPL Take & Make 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: Animal Scratch Art
This event is in the "Youth" group Toddler Time Tuesday, January 13, 2026 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. Register Now Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Toddler Time 9:30am–10:00am Crystal Lake Public Library Register Now 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, January 13, 2026 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. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Family Story Time 10:30am–11:00am Crystal Lake Public Library 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, January 13, 2026 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 View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Maker Academy: Cross Stitch, Embroidery and Hand Sewing 6:30pm–8:00pm Crystal Lake Public Library Full 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 "Adult" group SCORE: Why and How to Measure Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Other at Crystal Lake Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adult **SCORE Land of Lincoln has implemented a $10 fee to attend their webinars. All fees are collected through SCORE's website & benefit their organization.** View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 13 2026 Tue SCORE: Why and How to Measure 6:30pm–8:00pm Crystal Lake Public Library Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library Room: Other Age Group: Adult Program Type: General Interest Event Details: **SCORE Land of Lincoln has implemented a $10 fee to attend their webinars. All fees are collected through SCORE's website & benefit their organization.** 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. Zoom - Recording Library staffers will be recording this LIVE Zoom program. This video may be used in other Library publications and promotions, including, but not limited to Facebook and YouTube.
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Illinois Libraries Present: Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual CLPL Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Teen, Adult Jonathan Eig is the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning King: A Life. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Illinois Libraries Present: Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig 7:00pm–8:00pm Virtual CLPL Library Branch: Virtual CLPL Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Jonathan Eig is the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning King: A Life.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Foundation Meeting Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm Ames Room at Crystal Lake Public Library Program Type: Meeting Age Group: All Ages Library Foundation Meeting. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Library Foundation 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: 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 - January 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: Animal Scratch Art View Details Offsite Event 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 Jan 14 2026 Wed Take-and-Make Crafts - January All Day CLPL Take & Make 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: Animal Scratch Art
This event is in the "Youth" group Preschool Story Time Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Program I at Crystal Lake Public Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth A story time for preschool-aged children with stories and songs. Registration with a CLPL card is required. Register Now Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Preschool Story Time 9:30am–10:00am Crystal Lake Public Library Register Now Library Branch: Crystal Lake Public Library Room: Program I Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: A story time for preschool-aged children with stories and songs. Registration with a CLPL card is required.
This event is in the "Youth" group Family Story Time Wednesday, January 14, 2026 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 Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Family Story Time 10:30am–11:00am Crystal Lake Public Library Register Now 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.