All Day |
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.
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
CLPL Take & Make
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.
Jul
6
2025
Sun
Take-and-Make Crafts - July
Library Branch:
CLPL Take & Make
Age Group:
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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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.
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
CLPL Take & Make
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.
Jul
7
2025
Mon
Take-and-Make Crafts - July
Library Branch:
CLPL Take & Make
Age Group:
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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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.
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
CLPL Take & Make
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.
Jul
8
2025
Tue
Take-and-Make Crafts - July
Library Branch:
CLPL Take & Make
Age Group:
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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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.
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
CLPL Take & Make
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.
Jul
9
2025
Wed
Take-and-Make Crafts - July
Library Branch:
CLPL Take & Make
Age Group:
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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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.
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
CLPL Take & Make
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.
Jul
10
2025
Thu
Take-and-Make Crafts - July
Library Branch:
CLPL Take & Make
Age Group:
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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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.
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
CLPL Take & Make
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.
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Take-and-Make Crafts - July
Library Branch:
CLPL Take & Make
Age Group:
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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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.
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
CLPL Take & Make
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.
Jul
12
2025
Sat
Take-and-Make Crafts - July
Library Branch:
CLPL Take & Make
Age Group:
Youth,
Teen,
Adult,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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9 am |
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
7
2025
Mon
Baby Time
9:30am - 10:00am
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I & II
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
8
2025
Tue
Toddler Time
9:30am - 10:00am
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I & II
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
A special story time that includes songs, rhymes, dancing and stories for our exuberant toddlers! Registration with a CLPL card is required.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
9
2025
Wed
Preschool Story Time
9:30am - 10:00am
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
A story time for preschool-aged children with stories and songs. Registration with a CLPL card is required.
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
7
2025
Mon
Family Story Time
10:30am - 11:00am
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I & II
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. Registration with a CLPL card is required.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
8
2025
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
9
2025
Wed
Family Story Time
10:30am - 11:00am
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I & II
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. Registration with a CLPL card is required.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Off Site
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
10
2025
Thu
Sandy Oaks Farm Market Story Time
10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
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 some fun!
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Youth,
Family,
All Ages
Off Site
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Summer Family Concerts: Istvan & His Imaginary Band
10:00am - 10:45am
Off Site
Age Group:
Youth,
Family,
All Ages
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Fun is at the heart of Istvan's shows! Please bring a chair or a blanket and join us at Veteran Acres, 431 Walkup Rd., Crystal Lake, IL 60012. No registration is required.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Adult
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Jul
11
2025
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Youth,
Family
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Jul
12
2025
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.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Teen,
Adult
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Jul
10
2025
Thu
CrafterNoon
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Adult Services
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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.
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
7
2025
Mon
Summer Adventures
1:00pm - 2:30pm
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, building, robots - the activity will change every week! Drop in. No registration required.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
9
2025
Wed
Summer Adventures
1:00pm - 2:30pm
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, building, robots - the activity will change every week! Drop in. No registration required.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Reading Buddies
1:00pm - 1:15pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I & II
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Reading Buddies is a program that pairs a child entering first-third grades with a teen volunteer for reading practice. Registration with a CLPL card is required.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Reading Buddies
1:15pm - 1:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I & II
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Reading Buddies is a program that pairs a child entering first-third grades with a teen volunteer for reading practice. Registration with a CLPL card is required.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Reading Buddies
1:30pm - 1:45pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I & II
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Reading Buddies is a program that pairs a child entering first-third grades with a teen volunteer for reading practice. Registration with a CLPL card is required.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Reading Buddies
2:00pm - 2:15pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I & II
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Reading Buddies is a program that pairs a child entering first-third grades with a teen volunteer for reading practice. Registration with a CLPL card is required.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Reading Buddies
2:15pm - 2:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I & II
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Reading Buddies is a program that pairs a child entering first-third grades with a teen volunteer for reading practice. Registration with a CLPL card is required.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
9
2025
Wed
Caudill Book Club
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I & II
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join Ms. Seanine for a special summer book club where participants vote on which books to read from the 2026 Rebecca Caudill Book Award nominee list. Enjoy snacks while we discuss each book. Registration with a CLPL card is required.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
10
2025
Thu
Bluestem Book Club
4:15pm - 5:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I & II
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join Ms. Dawn and Ms. Ashlee for a special summer book club. Participants will vote on which books to read from the Bluestem 2026 nominee list! The club will meet weekly to talk about the selected books and do fun activities.
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Teen,
Adult
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Jul
7
2025
Mon
Level Up-Cycle Your Graphic Tees
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Ames Room
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Give some new life to your favorite unworn graphic t-shirts by turning them into decorative crafts with us! Bring 1-2 clean graphic t-shirts you no longer wear, all other supplies will be provided.
Disclaimer(s)
Photos
Library staffers regularly take photos to use in library publications and promotional fliers. Written consent will be obtained from those named in a photo.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
Youth
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jul
8
2025
Tue
Maker Academy
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Program I & II
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
General Interest
Event Details:
Grab your grown-up and come to Youth Services to learn fiber art skills. Take home a finished 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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
Adult
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Jul
9
2025
Wed
Reel Life Movies: Polite Society
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Ames Room
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Movie
Event Details:
A screening and discussion of "Polite Society." (PG-13, 103 min). This program is co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Crystal Lake Branch. Registration encouraged.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
Teen
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Jul
10
2025
Thu
Level Up: Potion-Making
6:00pm - 6:45pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
Library Branch:
Crystal Lake Public Library
Room:
Ames Room
Age Group:
Teen
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Level up your potion-making skills! Create a potion to ward off pesky fairies and pixies.
Disclaimer(s)
Photos
Library staffers regularly take photos to use in library publications and promotional fliers. Written consent will be obtained from those named in a photo.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
Crystal Lake Public Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jul
8
2025
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.
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