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Aspiring Writers Meet-up
2025-01-09 16:00:00 2025-01-09 18:00:00 America/Chicago Aspiring Writers Meet-up Join other writers and share your passion for writing. Writer's prompt: How do you soothe yourself when you're upset? This month's focus: Getting into the writing mindset. Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D

Thursday, January 09
4:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-09 16:00:00 2025-01-09 18:00:00 America/Chicago Aspiring Writers Meet-up Join other writers and share your passion for writing. Writer's prompt: How do you soothe yourself when you're upset? This month's focus: Getting into the writing mindset. Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D

Join other writers and share your passion for writing. Writer's prompt: How do you soothe yourself when you're upset? This month's focus: Getting into the writing mindset.

Do you like to write? Be it a poem, short story, or a novel, come to our writers' meet-up! Meet other authors, give and receive constructive criticism of your work, and help bring it to the next level!  If you can't meet us in person, feel free to join us via zoom!  Use this link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84765345699?pwd=jxUPlJUZq8sgCmRqR41DFCqlXpy5Jx.1  passcode to enter is 141394.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Learning |

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

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Fri, May 08, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
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Yoga
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
Tue, May 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Join Pathlights at our monthly support group for caregivers. This is a time for you to talk with other family caregivers in similar situations. Registration is required
Line Dancing
Tue, May 12, 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!
Bid Whist
Wed, May 13, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Cut the Cable Cord
Wed, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Learn about the best streaming services and devices.
Aspiring Writers Meet-up
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join other writers and share your passion for writing.
Movie Night @ the Library - Last Breath
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Grab your snacks and get comfy for Movie Night @ the Library!
Yapping Yarnies - Baskets
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
April showers bring May flowers, but do you have a basket to carry those flowers in? Join us as we create a variety of fun and functional baskets.
Intro to Computers Part 2
Fri, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Are you ready for the digital revolution? Join us to learn how to use your computer.
Weaver's Guild - Woven Bracelet
Sat, May 16, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Create a woven bracelet that is easy and fun to make for both kids and moms.
One-on-Ones
Mon, May 18, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Need tech help? Book a 45 minute appointment!
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Monday Morning Book Discussion
Mon, May 18, 10:15am - 11:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Join us for the Monthly Monday Morning Book Discussion!
Yoga
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Meet Your Past - Matteson Museum Sessions
Tue, May 19, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Museum
Learn to start your family tree at the Matteson Historical Museum 813 School Ave.
Memory Café
Tue, May 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Join Pathlights for our Memory Café. Music with Prospect Music Therapy will be here. Registration is required.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, May 19, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
The first 15 minutes are open to the public.
Illinois Libraries Present - Babel-On with R.F. Kuang.
Tue, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
A conversation with author R.F. Kuang.
Bid Whist
Wed, May 20, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Yapping Yarnies - Baskets
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
April showers bring May flowers, but do you have a basket to carry those flowers in? Join us as we create a variety of fun and functional baskets.
Murder May(hem) Mystery
Sat, May 23, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A murder has occurred! Team up with your fellow sleuths to crack the cold case! Pizza and fun await! Registration required.
Bid Whist
Wed, May 27, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Africana Book Club
Wed, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
The book for this month is Third Girl From the Left by Martha Southgate.
Movie Night @ the Library - The Tomorrow's War
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Grab your snacks and get comfy for Movie Night @ the Library!
Registration opens Sunday, May 17 2026 at 6:00pm
Wealth Wellness Workshops: Empowering Your Financial Future - Saving and Investing: Building Wealth for the Future.
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Join our 8-session Financial Wellness Series to learn budgeting, credit, saving, investing, and real-world money skills for lifelong financial stability.
Dungeon's and Dragon's: One Shot!
Sat, May 30, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Attention adventurers! Join us for our monthly one-shot campaigns and meet other like-minded individuals. Open to all, no matter your experience level. Free snacks, drinks, and dice provided.
Summer Reading for Adults
Mon, Jun 01, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you reading books this summer? Then stop by the Public Services desk and pick up a raffle ticket for a chance to win some AMAZING prizes throughout the summer!
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Yoga
Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Summer Reading for Adults
Tue, Jun 02, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you reading books this summer? Then stop by the Public Services desk and pick up a raffle ticket for a chance to win some AMAZING prizes throughout the summer!
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Line Dancing
Tue, Jun 02, 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!
Summer Reading for Adults
Wed, Jun 03, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you reading books this summer? Then stop by the Public Services desk and pick up a raffle ticket for a chance to win some AMAZING prizes throughout the summer!
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Bid Whist
Wed, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Canva For Beginners
Wed, Jun 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Learn how to use templates, text, images, and simple design principles in Canva.
Summer Reading for Adults
Thu, Jun 04, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you reading books this summer? Then stop by the Public Services desk and pick up a raffle ticket for a chance to win some AMAZING prizes throughout the summer!
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Yapping Yarnies - Summer Fun!
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Summer is filled with sun and fun, picnics and beach days. So let’s knit and crochet some fun summer gear!
Movie Night @ the Library - Toy Story
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Grab your snacks and get comfy for Movie Night @ the Library! Join us for a fun movie that the whole family can enjoy. From animated adventures to exciting stories, there’s something for everyone.
Registration opens Saturday, May 23 2026 at 6:00pm
Summer Reading for Adults
Fri, Jun 05, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you reading books this summer? Then stop by the Public Services desk and pick up a raffle ticket for a chance to win some AMAZING prizes throughout the summer!
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Summer Reading for Adults
Sat, Jun 06, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you reading books this summer? Then stop by the Public Services desk and pick up a raffle ticket for a chance to win some AMAZING prizes throughout the summer!
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Zumba with Kne You DBA Fitness Fun
Sat, Jun 06, 9:30am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Join us for Zumba with Kne You DBA Fitness Fun with Sheena on the first Saturday of the month.
BodySmart Gardening
Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Learn how to protect yourself from injury while gardening. BodySmart Gardening involves the tools we use and how we use those tools. Also, a lucky attendee will win an ergonomic garden hand trowel.
Summer Reading for Adults
Sun, Jun 07, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you reading books this summer? Then stop by the Public Services desk and pick up a raffle ticket for a chance to win some AMAZING prizes throughout the summer!
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