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Dave DiNaso's Traveling World of Reptiles
2025-06-14 14:00:00 2025-06-14 15:15:00 America/Chicago Dave DiNaso's Traveling World of Reptiles Come see a variety of cool reptiles from super scaly snakes to lazy lounging lizards! Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B

Saturday, June 14
2:00pm - 3:15pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-14 14:00:00 2025-06-14 15:15:00 America/Chicago Dave DiNaso's Traveling World of Reptiles Come see a variety of cool reptiles from super scaly snakes to lazy lounging lizards! Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B

Come see a variety of cool reptiles from super scaly snakes to lazy lounging lizards!

Registration opens on Monday, June 2 at 9:00 AM.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages (children nine and younger must attend with an adult) | Adults (16+) | Adults | 9 years old | 8 years old | 7 years old | 6 years old | 5 years old | 4 years old | 3 years old | 18 years old | 17 years old | 16 years old | 15 years old | 14 years old | 13 years old | 12 years old | 11 years old | 10 years old |

EVENT TYPE: | Animals |

Matteson Area Public Library District
Phone: 708-748-4431
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We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Mon, May 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, May 13 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 17 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 18 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

Weaver's Guild - Bracelet Class
Sat, May 17, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Come join us for our May Bracelet Class.
Mindful Art Classes
Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Enjoy adult coloring and stress release.
One-on-Ones
Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Need tech help? Book a 45 minute appointment!
Register
Monday Morning Book Club! - The Family Chao by Lan Samantha Chang
Mon, May 19, 10:15am - 11:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Join us for the Monthly Monday Morning Book Club!
Yoga
Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Memory Café
Tue, May 20, 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.
Bid Whist
Wed, May 21, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Movie Night @ the Library - Jason Bourne
Thu, May 22, 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.
Computers 101 - Let's Get Social!
Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join us as we learn about some of the basics of using computers.
Level Up Silent Party
Fri, May 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Come join our ultimate silent party!
Library CLOSED
Mon, May 26, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Library Closed in observance of Memorial Day.
Bid Whist
Wed, May 28, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Check Out Books at Rainbow Cone! - At 19805 Crawford Ave, Flossmoor, IL 60422
Thu, May 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Visit our librarians at Rainbow Cone to check out books. Stop by for a sweet treat and take home a great read!
Mindful Art Classes
Sat, May 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Enjoy adult coloring and stress release.
Cybersleuth: One-on-Ones
Mon, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Need help researching your family tree? Make an appointment with our resident genealogist, Colleen.
Register
Yoga
Mon, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Line Dancing
Tue, Jun 03, 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, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
3D Printed Miniatures
Wed, Jun 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Want to make your own gaming miniatures? Discover 3D printing and get helpful resources to design game pieces. Participants get one free print from our 3D printer.
Yapping Yarnies - Amugurmi
Thu, Jun 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
You asked and they are back! Amugurmi (small crochet animals) is this month’s creation.
Movie Night @ the Library - Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Thu, Jun 05, 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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Check Out Books at Rainbow Cone! - At 19805 Crawford Ave, Flossmoor, IL 60422
Thu, Jun 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Visit our librarians at Rainbow Cone to check out books. Stop by for a sweet treat and take home a great read!
80th Anniversary of World War II
Fri, Jun 06, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The 80th anniversary of WWII is approaching. Did you have an ancestor who was there? We'll honor those connections. Though most WWII veterans are gone, their sacrifices and stories live on.
Marketing Tips on a Budget
Sat, Jun 07, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop designed to help you grow your brand, boost engagement, and turn followers into customers—without spending a dime!
Summer Reading Kick-Off
Sat, Jun 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Outside
Kick off the summer with us at our Summer Reading Kickoff Party!
80th Anniversary of World War II
Mon, Jun 09, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The 80th anniversary of WWII is approaching. Did you have an ancestor who was there? We'll honor those connections. Though most WWII veterans are gone, their sacrifices and stories live on.
Cybersleuth: One-on-Ones
Mon, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Need help researching your family tree? Make an appointment with our resident genealogist, Colleen.
Register
Calming Puzzles
Mon, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Come out with the whole family to complete a jigsaw puzzle of Pokemon, Super Mario Bros., or even Minecraft characters!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Yoga
Mon, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Book Hunt
Mon, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Grab a book hunt sheet and go on an adventure in the Youth Department! Search for old favorites and discover exciting new books along the way!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
80th Anniversary of World War II
Tue, Jun 10, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The 80th anniversary of WWII is approaching. Did you have an ancestor who was there? We'll honor those connections. Though most WWII veterans are gone, their sacrifices and stories live on.
Indoor Summer Playgroup
Tue, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Escape the heat and join us at our indoor playgroup for an hour of wiggles, giggles, and open play.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
Tue, Jun 10, 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
Junior Detectives - The Case of the Dog Napper
Tue, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Can you and your family solve the mystery of the missing dog? Come be detectives and decipher the clues to solve the case!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Craft Your Character
Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Learn how to design, create, record, edit, and upload your own videos and games. Participants must attend all six sessions to fully participate.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Line Dancing
Tue, Jun 10, 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!
80th Anniversary of World War II
Wed, Jun 11, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The 80th anniversary of WWII is approaching. Did you have an ancestor who was there? We'll honor those connections. Though most WWII veterans are gone, their sacrifices and stories live on.
Winnie-the-Pooh: A Play
Wed, Jun 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Bright Star Touring Theatre presents a heartwarming performance of Winnie-the-Pooh!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Bid Whist
Wed, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Can You Escape from the Library?
Wed, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Can your family crack the code? Join us in the youth department for a puzzle-filled escape game inspired by the book Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Summer Family STEM - Dead Man's Parts
Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Outside
Step into the shoes of a mad scientist and test your skills by identifying the mysterious body parts using nothing but your sense of touch! Can you handle the challenge?
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Habitat for Humanity Information Session
Wed, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Housing can be expensive in today's economy and Habitat for Humanity might be able to help you. Join us for an informational session to learn more.
Strictly Defense
Wed, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Join us for an evening of discussions about basic physical self-defense skills and techniques.
80th Anniversary of World War II
Thu, Jun 12, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The 80th anniversary of WWII is approaching. Did you have an ancestor who was there? We'll honor those connections. Though most WWII veterans are gone, their sacrifices and stories live on.
Storytime @ the Library
Thu, Jun 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Parents, Caregivers, and Daycares, bring your little ones to listen to stories and songs.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Aspiring Writers Meet-up
Thu, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Join other writers and share your passion for writing.
PokeBites
Thu, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Outside
Get ready for an exciting and tasty adventure as we learn how to make a fun, delicious, and colorful snack inspired by Pokemon! Supplies will be limited, so first come, first serve!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Bad Art Night
Thu, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join us and create some really great bad artwork!
Yapping Yarnies - Amugurmi
Thu, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
You asked and they are back! Amugurmi (small crochet animals) is this month’s creation.
Check Out Books at Rainbow Cone! - At 19805 Crawford Ave, Flossmoor, IL 60422
Thu, Jun 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Visit our librarians at Rainbow Cone to check out books. Stop by for a sweet treat and take home a great read!
80th Anniversary of World War II
Fri, Jun 13, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The 80th anniversary of WWII is approaching. Did you have an ancestor who was there? We'll honor those connections. Though most WWII veterans are gone, their sacrifices and stories live on.
Tabletop Gaming
Fri, Jun 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Love board games but struggle to find time and space? Join us for tabletop fun, meet fellow gamers, and enjoy a variety of board games. Snacks provided-just bring your love for gaming!
80th Anniversary of World War II
Sat, Jun 14, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The 80th anniversary of WWII is approaching. Did you have an ancestor who was there? We'll honor those connections. Though most WWII veterans are gone, their sacrifices and stories live on.
Dave DiNaso's Traveling World of Reptiles
Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Come see a variety of cool reptiles from super scaly snakes to lazy lounging lizards!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
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