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Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
2024-12-10 12:00:00 2024-12-10 14:00:00 America/Chicago Love and Care Caregiver Support Group 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. Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B

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

Add to Calendar 2024-12-10 12:00:00 2024-12-10 14:00:00 America/Chicago Love and Care Caregiver Support Group 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. Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B

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.

Staying connected and involved is more important than ever. Our monthly support group gives you the chance to talk with other family caregivers in similar situations, share experiences, advice, and words of encouragement.

This is a free event but registration is required.

Pathlights guides people along the path to aging in South & Southwest Suburban Cook County. To learn more about their programs or services call 708-361-0219 or visit www.pathlights.org.

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 9:00PM

Mon, Jan 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jan 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jan 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jan 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jan 31 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Feb 01 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 02 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

Monday Morning Book Club! - Foundation by Isaac Asimov
Mon, Jan 27, 10:15am - 11:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Join us for the Monthly Monday Morning Book Club!
Registration is now closed
Yoga
Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Registration is now closed
Rhyme, Rock, and Read
Tue, Jan 28, 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.
Library Board Meeting
Tue, Jan 28, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Regular Library Board Meeting, Open to the public.
Bid Whist
Wed, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Family Edition: Building with Cardboard
Wed, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join us for a family-friendly building adventure! Work together to design and construct creative structures using cardboard and your imagination.
Storytime @ the Library
Thu, Jan 30, 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.
Winter Playgroup
Fri, Jan 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Escape the winter chill and bring your little ones to our indoor playground at the library! Designed for children ages 1-6, our warm and inviting space is for your kids to play, explore, and have fun.
3rd annual Black History Month Reception and Kick-off
Fri, Jan 31, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Holiday Inn Matteson - Conference Room
Experience an evening of entertainment, culture and more! Attend our 3rd Annual Black History Month Reception and Kick-off.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Feb 01, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Saturday S.T.E.A.M. Challenges
Sat, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Kids ages 5-12 and their parents—get ready to bring coding to life with Ozobots!
BHM Comedy Night
Sat, Feb 01, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Holiday Inn Matteson - Conference Room
Don't miss an entertaining evening of good, clean comedy that's sure to tickle your funny bone!
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Feb 02, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
High School Gospel Explosion
Sun, Feb 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Holiday Inn Matteson - Conference Room
Hear musical selections sung by local high school choirs.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Feb 03, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Yoga
Mon, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Snapology
Mon, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Snapology's STEAM programs teach through building. Using Lego bricks, K'Nex, and technology, kids have fun while they learn.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Feb 04, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Rhyme, Rock, and Read
Tue, Feb 04, 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.
Teen STEAM - 3D Pens
Tue, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Unleash your creativity in this hands-on 3D pen class, where you'll design and create your own custom cookie cutter. Learn the basics of using a 3D pen and turning a 2D drawing into a 3D structure.
Line Dancing
Tue, Feb 04, 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!
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Feb 05, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Storytime @ the Library
Wed, Feb 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.
Bid Whist
Wed, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Family Edition: Building with Cardboard
Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join us for a family-friendly building adventure! Work together to design and construct creative structures using cardboard and your imagination.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Feb 06, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
AARP Tax Aide
Thu, Feb 06, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Are you looking for help filing your taxes? AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is here to help.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Yapping Yarnies - Wash cloths, dish towels and more.
Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
It's time to refresh your supply of washcloths with the Yapping Yarnies.
Movie Night @ the Library - Trolls
Thu, Feb 06, 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.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Feb 07, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
AARP Tax Aide
Fri, Feb 07, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Are you looking for help filing your taxes? AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is here to help.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Friday FUNday!
Fri, Feb 07, 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!
Art & Verse: A Night of Inspiration
Fri, Feb 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Engage in a night of inspiration. See artworks of talented artists and enjoy spoken word poetry.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Feb 08, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Adulting 101: Essential Skills Workshop
Sat, Feb 08, 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.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Feb 09, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Game Masters Series - So, you want to be a GM?
Sun, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
This session's focus is preparing your players, yourself, and session 0.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Feb 10, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Snapology
Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Snapology's STEAM programs teach through building. Using Lego bricks, K'Nex, and technology, kids have fun while they learn.
Registration opens Sunday, February 2 2025 at 6:00pm
Yoga
Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Feb 11, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Rhyme, Rock, and Read
Tue, Feb 11, 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, February 2 2025 at 10:00am
Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
Tue, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
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.
How to Become an Illustrator
Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Want to become an illustrator? Then this is the program for you!
Line Dancing
Tue, Feb 11, 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!
Chocolate Candy Making 101
Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Who says chocolate is only for Valentine's Day? Chocolate is for everyone! Learn how to make chocolate candy in this simple culinary class. You can make some for a special someone or yourself.
Registration opens Sunday, February 2 2025 at 6:00pm
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Feb 12, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Puppet Show
Wed, Feb 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Parents, Grandparents, and Home Daycare providers, bring your preschoolers out to see a fun puppet show.
Registration opens Saturday, February 1 2025 at 10:00am
Bid Whist
Wed, Feb 12, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Family Edition: Building with Cardboard
Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join us for a family-friendly building adventure! Work together to design and construct creative structures using cardboard and your imagination.
Registration opens Sunday, February 2 2025 at 6:00pm
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Feb 13, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
AARP Tax Aide
Thu, Feb 13, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Are you looking for help filing your taxes? AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is here to help.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Aspiring Writers Meet-up
Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Join other writers and share your passion for writing.
Yapping Yarnies - Wash cloths, dish towels and more.
Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
It's time to refresh your supply of washcloths with the Yapping Yarnies.
Alice's Ordinary People Movie Screening and Dicussion
Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Does the name Alice Tregay sound familiar? Learn about her role in bringing politics to the Civil Right's Movement with a film screening and discussion..
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Feb 14, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
AARP Tax Aide
Fri, Feb 14, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Are you looking for help filing your taxes? AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is here to help.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Friday FUNday!
Fri, Feb 14, 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, February 1 2025 at 3:00pm
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Feb 15, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Feb 16, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Feb 17, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Yoga
Mon, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Snapology
Mon, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Snapology's STEAM programs teach through building. Using Lego bricks, K'Nex, and technology, kids have fun while they learn.
Registration opens Sunday, February 9 2025 at 6:00pm
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Feb 18, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Rhyme, Rock, and Read
Tue, Feb 18, 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, February 9 2025 at 10:00am
Memory Café
Tue, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Join Pathlights for our Memory Café, a social gathering for people living with dementia and other forms of cognitive impairment and their care partners. Registration is required.
Teen Self Care: Bath Bombs & Soap
Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to create your own colorful and fragrant bath bombs and soap from scratch.
Registration opens Sunday, February 9 2025 at 6:00pm
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Feb 19, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Storytime @ the Library
Wed, Feb 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 Saturday, February 8 2025 at 10:00am
Bid Whist
Wed, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
The Beat Goes On - Preserving the Heritage of the Illinois Black Panther Party
Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
The Historical Preservation Society of the Illinois Chapter of the Black Panther Party is hosting an educational and cultural learning experience based on the Illinois based Black Panther Party.
Family Edition: Building with Cardboard
Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join us for a family-friendly building adventure! Work together to design and construct creative structures using cardboard and your imagination.
Registration opens Sunday, February 9 2025 at 6:00pm
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Feb 20, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
AARP Tax Aide
Thu, Feb 20, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Are you looking for help filing your taxes? AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is here to help.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Rescheduled
Storytime @ the Library
Thu, Feb 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
New date Wednesday, February 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District
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.
Yapping Yarnies - Wash cloths, dish towels and more.
Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
It's time to refresh your supply of washcloths with the Yapping Yarnies.
African-American History...Live!
Thu, Feb 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Kidworks actors narrate as children from the audience role-play history with costumes. Loaded with audience participation and educational information and recommended for ages 4-12.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Feb 21, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
AARP Tax Aide
Fri, Feb 21, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Are you looking for help filing your taxes? AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is here to help.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Computers 101 - Stay Private Online
Fri, Feb 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Worried about who has your information online? Join us to learn how to stay hidden.
Friday FUNday!
Fri, Feb 21, 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, February 8 2025 at 3:00pm
Motown Night with Rhonda High Brown and the Pieces - BHM After Hour Friday Event.
Fri, Feb 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Groove to the sounds of Motown with Rhonda High Browne and the Pieces.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Feb 22, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Dungeon's and Dragon's: One Shot!
Sat, Feb 22, 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.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Feb 23, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Classic Game Day
Sun, Feb 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Do you play chess, backgammon, or dominos? Then join us for an afternoon of fun games.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Feb 24, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Snapology
Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Snapology's STEAM programs teach through building. Using Lego bricks, K'Nex, and technology, kids have fun while they learn.
Registration opens Sunday, February 16 2025 at 6:00pm
Yoga
Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Feb 25, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Rhyme, Rock, and Read
Tue, Feb 25, 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, February 16 2025 at 10:00am
Teen Dungeons & Dragon One-Shot
Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Hey you! Want to explore a goblin cave, haggle with a cryptic shop owner, or battle the fierce dragon? Come join us on this one-shot D&D campaign!
Registration opens Sunday, February 16 2025 at 6:00pm
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Feb 26, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Stop by the Public Services Desk and pick-up this year's scavenger hunt!
Storytime @ the Library
Wed, Feb 26, 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 Saturday, February 15 2025 at 10:00am
Bid Whist
Wed, Feb 26, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
African American Book Club
Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
The book for this month is "How Long 'til Black Future Month?" Stories by N.K. Jemison.
Family Edition: Building with Cardboard
Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join us for a family-friendly building adventure! Work together to design and construct creative structures using cardboard and your imagination.
Registration opens Sunday, February 16 2025 at 6:00pm
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