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Bad Art Night
2025-08-14 18:00:00 2025-08-14 20:00:00 America/Chicago Bad Art Night It's time to create some bad art! Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C

Thursday, August 14
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-14 18:00:00 2025-08-14 20:00:00 America/Chicago Bad Art Night It's time to create some bad art! Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C

It's time to create some bad art!

Come out and create some art. Patrons have access to the same pile of art supplies and use them to create art. Close to the end of the program, participants vote on the worst creations. Whoever is judged to be the worst is the winner.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Art |

Matteson Area Public Library District
Phone: 708-748-4431
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Mon, Jul 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 18 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 19 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 20 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

80th Anniversary of World War II
Wed, Jul 16, 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.
Little Red Riding Hood
Wed, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Come see a puppet show of the story of Little Red Riding Hood
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Bid Whist
Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Super Mario Bros. Puppets
Wed, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Come out with the whole family to make a paper puppet of the Super Mario Bros.!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Summer Family STEM - The Floor is Lava
Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
The volcano has erupted! Race to dodge the flowing lava and lead your family to safety. Do you have what it takes to survive the eruption?
Please contact the library to register for this event.
80th Anniversary of World War II
Thu, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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.
Be a Lego Zookeeper
Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Lego and animal lovers, unite!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Yapping Yarnies - Keychains Galore
Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
July is busy! So we are working on keychains! These are quick, simple, and oh-so cute.
Movie Night @ the Library - Super Mario Bros.
Thu, Jul 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
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Check Out Books at The Original Rainbow Cone!
Thu, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Visit our librarians at The Original Rainbow Cone, 19805 Crawford Ave, Flossmoor, IL 60422, to check out books. Stop by for a sweet treat and take home a great read!
80th Anniversary of World War II
Fri, Jul 18, 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.
80th Anniversary of World War II
Sat, Jul 19, 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.
The Wizard of Oz: A Play
Sat, Jul 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Come to this after-hours performance of "The Wizard of Oz"
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Level Up: Summer Concert Music Series
Sat, Jul 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Outside
Listen to the sounds of summer during our Level Up: Summer Concert Music Series.
Library Closed
Sun, Jul 20, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The Library is Closed on Sundays during the Summer
80th Anniversary of World War II
Mon, Jul 21, 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.
One-on-Ones
Mon, Jul 21, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Need tech help? Book a 45 minute appointment!
Register
Spanish 101
Mon, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Kids will enjoy learning basic Spanish words and phrases through games, songs, and interactive activities! Participants must attend all four classes.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Yoga
Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
80th Anniversary of World War II
Tue, Jul 22, 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, Jul 22, 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.
Junior Detectives - The Case of the Missing Class Pet
Tue, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Can you and your family solve a mystery? Come be detectives and decipher the clues to solve the case!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Craft Your Character
Tue, Jul 22, 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.
80th Anniversary of World War II
Wed, Jul 23, 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.
Bid Whist
Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Family Field Day
Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Outside
Join us for a fun-filled family event with games, activities, and outdoor excitement for all ages!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Summer Family STEM - Taskmaster
Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Gear up with special tools and materials for a top-secret mission, and work together as a family to complete your task. Do you have the smarts to pull it off? The challenge is on!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Africana Book Club
Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
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Wed, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Thu, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 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.
Sonic & Friends Painting Class
Thu, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
In this exciting workshop, families will have the opportunity to paint iconic characters including Sonic, Shadow, and more!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Bad Art Night
Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join us and create some really great bad artwork!
Check Out Books at The Original Rainbow Cone!
Thu, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Visit our librarians at The Original Rainbow Cone, 19805 Crawford Ave, Flossmoor, IL 60422, to check out books. Stop by for a sweet treat and take home a great read!
MAPLD Bus Trip - The Color Purple: The Musical
Fri, Jul 25, 7:30pm - 11:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
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Dungeon's and Dragon's: One Shot!
Sat, Jul 26, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Bad Guys 2 Movie Release Party
Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
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Please contact the library to register for this event.
Level Up: Summer Concert Music Series
Sat, Jul 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Outside
Listen to the sounds of summer during our Level Up: Summer Concert Music Series.
Library Closed
Sun, Jul 27, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The Library is Closed on Sundays during the Summer
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Mon, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Kids will enjoy learning basic Spanish words and phrases through games, songs, and interactive activities! Participants must attend all four classes.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Yoga
Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
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Matteson Area Public Library District
Join the fun! Take part in the Summer Reading Program and learn how you can earn a ticket to this exciting event.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
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Sun, Aug 03, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The Library is Closed on Sundays during the Summer
Yoga
Mon, Aug 04, 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, Aug 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!
Bid Whist
Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
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Thu, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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Library Closed
Sun, Aug 10, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The Library is Closed on Sundays during the Summer
Yoga
Mon, Aug 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, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
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Line Dancing
Tue, Aug 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, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Aspiring Writers Meet-up
Thu, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Join other writers and share your passion for writing.
Bad Art Night
Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
It's time to create some bad art!
Yapping Yarnies - Coasters & Cozies
Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Fall is just around the corner, along with cozy teas and pumpkin spice coffee. Now is the time to refresh those Coasters and Mug Cozies.
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