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Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
2024-09-10 12:00:00 2024-09-10 14:00:00 America/Chicago Love and Care Caregiver Support Group Join Catholic Charities to learn techniques, play games, and discuss ways to support yourself as you support those you care for. Refreshments will be served. Registration is required. Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B

Tuesday, September 10
12:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-10 12:00:00 2024-09-10 14:00:00 America/Chicago Love and Care Caregiver Support Group Join Catholic Charities to learn techniques, play games, and discuss ways to support yourself as you support those you care for. Refreshments will be served. Registration is required. Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B

Join Catholic Charities to learn techniques, play games, and discuss ways to support yourself as you support those you care for. Refreshments will be served. Registration is required.

Join Catholic Charities to learn techniques, play games, and discuss ways to support yourself as you support those you care for. They meet every 2nd Tuesday of the month. Refreshments will be served. Registration is required.  Contact Cynthia Hill at cyhill@catholiccharities.net for any questions.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Learning |

Matteson Area Public Library District
Phone: 708-748-4431
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Mon, Oct 07 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Oct 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Oct 11 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 12 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 13 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the Library

MAPLD is located on the corner of School Ave and 207th Street. Just a few blocks from both Cicero Ave and Lincoln Highway.

Upcoming Events

Goodreads Book Club
Fri, Oct 11, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Friday FUNday! - This Week's Program - Geometric Paper Shapes
Fri, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Kids ages 3-8 will have the opportunity to get creative with a variety of materials like painting with watercolors, coloring wooden beads, or drawing with chalk. The sky's the limit!
Goodreads Book Club
Sat, Oct 12, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Electronic Recycling
Sat, Oct 12, 8:30am - 11:50am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Outside
Let us help you declutter responsibly! Please note there is a $25 fee for TVs with tubes. For more details, please call (708) 748-4431 ext. 203. Donations are appreciated.
Dungeon's and Dragon's: One Shot!
Sat, Oct 12, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Attention adventurers! Dust off your math rocks and join us for our monthly one-shot campaigns! Open to all no matter your experience level. Meet other like-minded individuals!
Registration is now closed
Adulting 101: Essential Skills Workshop - Money Management Tools
Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Parents, equip your teens with essential tools to thrive on their journey to adulthood.
Goodreads Book Club
Sun, Oct 13, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Goodreads Book Club
Mon, Oct 14, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Cookbook Club - The Pumpkin Spice Cookbook
Mon, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick up your recipe for October's class. Recipes and registration are available between Sept 9th and Oct 7th.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Yoga
Mon, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Enjoy a mind, body, and spirit experience while Improving flexibility and enhancing relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Goodreads Book Club
Tue, Oct 15, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Rhyme, Rock, and Read
Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
This engaging program features storytime, music, movement, and fun! Perfect for ages 12-36 months.
Memory Café
Tue, Oct 15, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Join Catholic Charities' Memory Café for a place to have fun, share experiences, and stay socially connected to others with memory impairment. Refreshments will be served. Registration is required.
Spanish 101
Tue, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Kids in grades 1st through 5th are invited to embark on a Spanish language learning journey. To participate, children must attend all four sessions.
Registration is now closed
Teen Props Workshop
Tue, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Unleash your creativity as we master the basics of prop-making! Come craft your own foam shortswords and daggers! Attendance is required for all four sessions.
Registration is now closed
Goodreads Book Club
Wed, Oct 16, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Bid Whist
Wed, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Comic Book Creations
Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Unleash your creativity and bring your stories to life in our Comic Book Drawing class for Teens and Tweens. NOTE: Students must come to all four sessions.
Registration is now closed
Goodreads Book Club
Thu, Oct 17, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Storytime @ the Library - SPECIAL EVENT: A Puppet Show - The Pumpkin Patch Review
Thu, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Parents, Grandparents, and Daycare providers bring your little ones out to watch a silly Halloween puppet show.
Tea Tasting: Fall Edition
Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Each season is filled with its own sights, sounds, smells, and tastes. Join us as we try out the unique tastes of fall with our tea-tasting event.
Yapping Yarnies - Hats, Scarves, Gloves
Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Get ready for the cold weather by knitting or crocheting a hat, scarf, or gloves.
Movie Night @ the Library - Monsters University
Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Bring the whole family out for popcorn and a movie! Kids 9 and younger must come with an adult.
Goodreads Book Club
Fri, Oct 18, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Computers 101 - Surfing the Web
Fri, Oct 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Do you have some basic computer skills, but getting online is still confusing?
This event is full
Computers 101 (Second class) - Surfing the Web
Fri, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Do you have some basic computer skills, but getting online is still confusing?
Friday FUNday! - This Week's Program - Buttons and Glue
Fri, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Kids ages 3-8 will have the opportunity to get creative with a variety of materials like painting with watercolors, coloring wooden beads, or drawing with chalk. The sky's the limit!
Teen Scary Movie Night - An After-Hours TEEN-ONLY Event!
Fri, Oct 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Grab your friends and get ready to be thrilled watching modern-day fright-fests that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Popcorn and candy will be served.
Goodreads Book Club
Sat, Oct 19, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Weaver's Guild - 2 Color Brioche Knotting
Sat, Oct 19, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
2 Color Brioche Knotting Learn how to knit the brioche stitch using two different colors. Gail Gillespie will demonstrate the technique and show some of her projects.
Saturday S.T.E.A.M. Challenges - Brain Flakes
Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join us as we use Brain Flakes, a unique construction toy, to build amazing creations like flowers, towers, and much more!
Goodreads Book Club
Sun, Oct 20, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Goodreads Book Club
Mon, Oct 21, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Yoga
Mon, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Enjoy a mind, body, and spirit experience while Improving flexibility and enhancing relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Goodreads Book Club
Tue, Oct 22, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Rhyme, Rock, and Read
Tue, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
This engaging program features storytime, music, movement, and fun! Perfect for ages 12-36 months.
Registration opens Sunday, October 13 2024 at 10:00am
Spanish 101
Tue, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Kids in grades 1st through 5th are invited to embark on a Spanish language learning journey. To participate, children must attend all four sessions.
Registration is now closed
Teen Props Workshop
Tue, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Unleash your creativity as we master the basics of prop-making! Come craft your own foam shortswords and daggers! Attendance is required for all four sessions.
Registration is now closed
Illinois Libraries Presents: Jason Reynolds - Raise Your Voice with Jason Reynolds
Tue, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Author of award winning books like All American Boys and Stamped, Jason Reynolds sits down for a chat with ILP.
Register
Goodreads Book Club
Wed, Oct 23, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Bid Whist
Wed, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Comic Book Creations
Wed, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Unleash your creativity and bring your stories to life in our Comic Book Drawing class for Teens and Tweens. NOTE: Students must come to all four sessions.
Registration is now closed
African American Book Club - Jackal by Erin E Adams
Wed, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
This month's book is Jackal by Erin E Adams.
Goodreads Book Club
Thu, Oct 24, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Storytime @ the Library
Thu, Oct 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Parents, Grandparents, and Daycare providers, bring your preschoolers out to listen to funny stories and to sing and dance to silly songs. Space is limited, so call the library to register your group.
Registration opens Sunday, October 13 2024 at 10:00am
Movie Night @ the Library - Divergent
Thu, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Bring the whole family out for popcorn and a movie! Kids 9 and younger must come with an adult. Tonight's movie is Divergent.
Registration opens Sunday, October 13 2024 at 6:00pm
Goodreads Book Club
Fri, Oct 25, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Friday FUNday! - This Week's Program - Eye See You
Fri, Oct 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Kids ages 3-8 will have the opportunity to get creative with a variety of materials like painting with watercolors, coloring wooden beads, or drawing with chalk. The sky's the limit!
Registration opens Saturday, October 12 2024 at 3:00pm
Goodreads Book Club
Sat, Oct 26, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Beauty and the Beat - Breast Cancer Awareness Event
Sat, Oct 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Survivor, advocate, and published author Ericka Moore will host an engaging panel to discuss Breast Cancer Awareness. Discover how to celebrate your wins, change your perspective, and more! 10am-12pm
Crafternoon
Sat, Oct 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Unleash your inner artist! Bring a project to work on and enjoy some time with other crafters.
Saturday S.T.E.A.M. Challenges - It's Magic!
Sat, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
In this program, kids can make oobleck, build towers out of marshmallows and dried spaghetti, learn how to program mini robots, and so much more.
Registration opens Sunday, October 13 2024 at 2:00pm
Goodreads Book Club
Sun, Oct 27, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Classic Game Day
Sun, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
The best place in town to play chess, backgammon, dominos, and other classic games!
Goodreads Book Club
Mon, Oct 28, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Yoga
Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Enjoy a mind, body, and spirit experience while Improving flexibility and enhancing relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Goodreads Book Club
Tue, Oct 29, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Rhyme, Rock, and Read - Halloween
Tue, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
This engaging program features storytime, music, movement, and fun! Perfect for ages 12-36 months. This week kids can wear their favorite Halloween costume!
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2024 at 10:00am
Goodreads Book Club
Wed, Oct 30, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Bid Whist
Wed, Oct 30, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Goodreads Book Club
Thu, Oct 31, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
Storytime @ the Library
Thu, Oct 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Parents, Grandparents, and Daycare providers, bring your preschoolers out to listen to funny stories and to sing and dance to silly songs. Space is limited, so call the library to register your group.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2024 at 10:00am
Trick or Treat @ the Library - Join us for a Spooktacular Event
Thu, Oct 31, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Join us at the library for trick-or-treating. Fun for the whole family in a safe and enjoyable environment.
Friday FUNday! - This Week's Program - Spreading Colors
Fri, Nov 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Kids ages 3-8 will have the opportunity to get creative with a variety of materials like painting with watercolors, coloring wooden beads, or drawing with chalk. The sky's the limit!
Registration opens Saturday, October 19 2024 at 3:00pm
Adulting 101: Essential Skills Workshop - Stress Management
Sat, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Parents, equip your teens with essential tools to thrive on their journey to adulthood.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2024 at 2:00pm
Yoga
Mon, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Enjoy a mind, body, and spirit experience while Improving flexibility and enhancing relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Cookbook Club
Mon, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick up your recipe for December's class. Recipes and registration are available between October 14 and October 28th.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Rhyme, Rock, and Read
Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
This engaging program features storytime, music, movement, and fun! Perfect for ages 12-36 months.
Registration opens Sunday, October 27 2024 at 10:00am
Line Dancing
Tue, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Soul Slider Cynthia Morse is here to teach you the newest slides, hustles, and steps!
Junior Puppeteers
Tue, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
In this workshop, students will design and build their own puppets and perform a show for their families. Students must come to all three sessions.
Registration opens Sunday, October 27 2024 at 6:30pm
Bid Whist
Wed, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Family Game Night - Bingo
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Family game night is a lively event where kids take on the challenge of playing board games to try to outsmart and outplay their parents.
Registration opens Sunday, October 27 2024 at 6:00pm
Computers 101 - Zoom
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Everything is online now including meetings. Join us to learn the basics of using Zoom.
Storytime @ the Library
Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Parents, Grandparents, and Daycare providers, bring your preschoolers out to listen to funny stories and to sing and dance to silly songs. Space is limited, so call the library to register your group.
Registration opens Sunday, October 27 2024 at 10:00am
Yapping Yarnies - Amigurumi
Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Amigurumi is a type of crochet. Instead of crocheting blankets or sweaters, you are crocheting a three-dimensional stuffed toy or doll.
Movie Night @ the Library - Kung Fu Panda 4
Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Bring the whole family out for popcorn and a movie! Kids 9 and younger must come with an adult.
Registration opens Sunday, October 27 2024 at 6:00pm
Lit Fest - Be a part of all things literary.
Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Get Ready for Lit Fest 2024! Be part of the excitement at the library's 2nd Annual Lit Fest. This two-day event will take place on Friday, November 8th, and Saturday, November 9th, 2024.
Friday FUNday! - This Week's Program - Glue Painting
Fri, Nov 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Kids ages 3-8 will have the opportunity to get creative with a variety of materials like painting with watercolors, coloring wooden beads, or drawing with chalk. The sky's the limit!
Registration opens Saturday, October 26 2024 at 3:00pm
Lit Fest - Be a part of all things literary.
Fri, Nov 08, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Outside
Get Ready for Lit Fest 2024! Be part of the excitement at the library's 2nd Annual Lit Fest. This two-day event will take place on Friday, November 8th, and Saturday, November 9th, 2024.
Lit Fest - Be a part of all things literary.
Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Get Ready for Lit Fest 2024! Be part of the excitement at the library's 2nd Annual Lit Fest. This two-day event will take place on Friday, November 8th, and Saturday, November 9th, 2024.
4th Annual Teen Video Game Tournament - Open to teens ages 13-18 ONLY.
Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Teens, show off your skills in Smash Ultimate or dominate the race with a blue shell in Mario Kart 8 in our 4th Annual Teen Video Game Tournament!
Register
Crafternoon
Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Unleash your inner artist! Bring a project to work on and enjoy some time with other crafters.
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