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Yapping Yarnies

Shawls and Wraps
2024-12-19 18:00:00 2024-12-19 20:00:00 America/Chicago Yapping Yarnies The winter is here and it's time to bring out those shawls and wraps. Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C

Thursday, December 19
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-12-19 18:00:00 2024-12-19 20:00:00 America/Chicago Yapping Yarnies The winter is here and it's time to bring out those shawls and wraps. Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C

The winter is here and it's time to bring out those shawls and wraps.

The winter is here and it's time to bring out those shawls and wraps. Join us as we tackle knitting or crocheting a new shawl or wrap to keep us warm this season.

Join us for an evening of knitting or crocheting and chatting. Feel free to bring your project to work on or use one of the available patterns. All skill levels from never touched a hook to expert are welcome. An instructor is available to assist everyone.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Learning | Hobbies & Crafts |

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

Upcoming Events

Storytime @ the Library
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
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Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Friday FUNday! - This Week's Program - Clay and Beads
Fri, Nov 22, 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!
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Sun, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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The Winter Reading Program runs December 1st until January 15th.
Adult Winter Reading Program
Sun, Dec 01, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
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Tue, Dec 03, All day
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Registration opens Sunday, November 24 2024 at 6:00pm
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Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
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Adult Winter Reading Program
Wed, Dec 04, All day
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Bid Whist
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Thu, Dec 05, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
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Adult Winter Reading Program
Thu, Dec 05, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
Register
Storytime @ the Library
Thu, Dec 05, 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, November 24 2024 at 10:00am
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
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Registration opens Sunday, November 24 2024 at 6:00pm
Yapping Yarnies - Shawls and Wraps
Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
The winter is here and it's time to bring out those shawls and wraps.
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Fri, Dec 06, All day
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The Winter Reading Program runs December 1st until January 15th.
Adult Winter Reading Program
Fri, Dec 06, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
Register
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Sat, Dec 07, All day
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The Winter Reading Program runs December 1st until January 15th.
Adult Winter Reading Program
Sat, Dec 07, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
Register
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B,Room C
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Sun, Dec 08, All day
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The Winter Reading Program runs December 1st until January 15th.
Adult Winter Reading Program
Sun, Dec 08, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
Register
Winter Reading Program
Mon, Dec 09, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The Winter Reading Program runs December 1st until January 15th.
Adult Winter Reading Program
Mon, Dec 09, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
Register
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
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Adult Winter Reading Program
Tue, Dec 10, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
Register
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
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Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 10:00am
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Matteson Area Public Library District
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Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 6:00pm
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Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Thu, Dec 12, All day
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Adult Winter Reading Program
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Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
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Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 10:00am
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Matteson Area Public Library District
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
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Yapping Yarnies - Shawls and Wraps
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
The winter is here and it's time to bring out those shawls and wraps.
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Adult Winter Reading Program
Fri, Dec 13, All day
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Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
Register
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
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Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 3:00pm
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Adult Winter Reading Program
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Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
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Matteson Area Public Library District
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Matteson Area Public Library District
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Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
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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.
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The Winter Reading Program runs December 1st until January 15th.
Adult Winter Reading Program
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Matteson Area Public Library District
Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
Register
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Tue, Dec 17, 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, December 8 2024 at 10:00am
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Adult Winter Reading Program
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Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
Register
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Team up with friends to build incredible LEGO creations—from jets to tyrannosaurs to racecars!
Registration opens Sunday, December 8 2024 at 6:00pm
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
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Adult Winter Reading Program
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Matteson Area Public Library District
Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
Register
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Thu, Dec 19, 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, December 8 2024 at 10:00am
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
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Registration opens Sunday, December 8 2024 at 6:00pm
Yapping Yarnies - Shawls and Wraps
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
The winter is here and it's time to bring out those shawls and wraps.
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Matteson Area Public Library District
The Winter Reading Program runs December 1st until January 15th.
Adult Winter Reading Program
Fri, Dec 20, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
Register
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
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Registration opens Sunday, December 8 2024 at 3:00pm
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Sat, Dec 21, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
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Adult Winter Reading Program
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Matteson Area Public Library District
Travel the world this winter with books and win prizes doing it.
Register
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