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Library CLOSED
2025-11-28 00:00:00 2025-11-28 23:59:00 America/Chicago Library CLOSED Library closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day. Matteson Area Public Library District -

Friday, November 28
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Add to Calendar 2025-11-28 00:00:00 2025-11-28 23:59:00 America/Chicago Library CLOSED Library closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day. Matteson Area Public Library District -

Library closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

Library closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages (children nine and younger must attend with an adult) |

EVENT TYPE: | Special |

Matteson Area Public Library District
Phone: 708-748-4431
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Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

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

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Puzzle Swap - Accepting Puzzle Donations
Wed, Oct 29, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The Puzzle Swap is back! Dust off last year's puzzles to donate and grab some new ones at the Puzzle Swap.
A Haunting We Will Go - Vote for your favorite sign
Wed, Oct 29, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District - Outside
It is back for round three! Who will win the yard sign decorating contest this year?
Make and Take Crafts
Wed, Oct 29, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Join us all October for make and take crafts.
Bid Whist
Wed, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Code with Ozobots - This Week's Topic: Basic Training and Special Moves
Wed, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Get ready to code and create with Ozobots! Tweens will learn how to program these tiny robots through fun, hands-on challenges. No experience needed—just imagination!
A Haunting We Will Go - Vote for your favorite sign
Thu, Oct 30, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District - Outside
It is back for round three! Who will win the yard sign decorating contest this year?
Make and Take Crafts
Thu, Oct 30, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Join us all October for make and take crafts.
Puzzle Swap - Accepting Puzzle Donations
Thu, Oct 30, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The Puzzle Swap is back! Dust off last year's puzzles to donate and grab some new ones at the Puzzle Swap.
Fizz, Pop, Boom! Science Fun for Little Ones
Thu, Oct 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Enjoy stories, songs, and simple experiments that fizz, pop, and boom in this playful science program for curious kids. Parents, grandparents, and home daycare providers are welcome to join us!
Leaf it to Us - This Week's Craft: Scratch Art Halloween Ornaments
Thu, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Apples, ghosts, pumpkins, and more—craft your way through fall on Thursday evenings at the library!
A Haunting We Will Go - Vote for your favorite sign
Fri, Oct 31, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District - Outside
It is back for round three! Who will win the yard sign decorating contest this year?
Make and Take Crafts
Fri, Oct 31, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Join us all October for make and take crafts.
Puzzle Swap - Accepting Puzzle Donations
Fri, Oct 31, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The Puzzle Swap is back! Dust off last year's puzzles to donate and grab some new ones at the Puzzle Swap.
Friday FUNday! - This Week's Program: Surprise Fun!
Fri, Oct 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Kids will have the opportunity to get creative with a variety of materials. Some days, they might be painting with watercolors; other days, they could be making playdough. The sky's the limit!
Trick or Treat @ the Library
Fri, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Dress up in your favorite costume and trick or treat at the library. Program goes until 7 PM or when we run out of candy, whichever comes first.
Puzzle Swap
Sat, Nov 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
The Puzzle Swap is back! Dust off last year's puzzles to donate and grab some new ones at the Puzzle Swap.
Dave DiNaso's Traveling World of Reptiles
Sat, Nov 01, 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!
Cybersleuth Your Family Tree
Mon, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Register
Cybersleuth Your Family Tree
Mon, Nov 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Register
L.I.T. ( Love in Text) Girls' Book Club - The book being discussed: "Zoe in Wonderland"
Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
We'll provide a copy of the book at our first meeting for you to check out, so no peeking. On Mondays from Sept. 22nd to Nov. 10th, we'll discuss this fun, inspiring read about dreams and self-love.
Registration is now closed
Yoga
Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Monday Makers - This Week's Project: Glittering Cornucopia Creations
Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Join us for a fun-filled craft session where we'll create a stunning glittery mosaic of a cornucopia, perfect for celebrating the harvest season.
Wiggles & Giggles Storytime
Tue, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Sing, move, read, and play with your little one at Wiggles and Giggles, our fun weekly storytime for ages 12-36 months. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate daycares in this program.
Line Dancing
Tue, Nov 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!
Junior Puppeteers
Tue, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Let your creativity take center stage! Kids ages 9-12 will design and build their own unique puppets, then bring them to life in a fun, collaborative skit.
Bid Whist
Wed, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Code with Ozobots - This Week's Topic: Basic Training and Directions
Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Get ready to code and create with Ozobots! Tweens will learn how to program these tiny robots through fun, hands-on challenges. No experience needed—just imagination!
Little Artists Storytime
Thu, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Kids can explore art through hands-on projects that spark imagination. Dress for a mess and let your little artist shine! Parents, grandparents, and home daycare providers are welcome to join us!
Movie Night @ the Library - This Week's Movie: Migration
Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Join a brave family of ducks on an exciting journey as they fly across the world, facing fun challenges and discovering the importance of family in Migration!
Friday FUNday! - This Week's Program: Surprise Fun!
Fri, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Kids will have the opportunity to get creative with a variety of materials. Some days, they might be painting with watercolors; other days, they could be making playdough. The sky's the limit!
Inspired to Write: Lit Fest
Fri, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Calling All Local Authors!
Inspired to Write: Lit Fest
Sat, Nov 08, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Calling All Local Authors!
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Are you ready to make a real impact & have your voice heard? Join the Teen Advisory Board-where you help shape the programs, events, & services that matter most to you & your peers in the community!
Cybersleuth Your Family Tree
Mon, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Register
Cybersleuth Your Family Tree
Mon, Nov 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Register
Monday Makers - This Week's Project: Dot, Roar, Create!
Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Join us for a fun-filled, prehistoric adventure where kids will use colorful dot markers to bring their favorite dinosaurs to life.
Registration opens Sunday, November 2 2025 at 6:00pm
Yoga
Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
L.I.T. ( Love in Text) Girls' Book Club - The book being discussed: "Zoe in Wonderland"
Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
We'll provide a copy of the book at our first meeting for you to check out, so no peeking. On Mondays from Sept. 22nd to Nov. 10th, we'll discuss this fun, inspiring read about dreams and self-love.
Registration is now closed
Wiggles & Giggles Storytime
Tue, Nov 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Sing, move, read, and play with your little one at Wiggles and Giggles, our fun weekly storytime for ages 12-36 months. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate daycares in this program.
Registration opens Sunday, November 2 2025 at 10:00am
Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
Tue, Nov 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.
Line Dancing
Tue, Nov 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!
Junior Puppeteers
Tue, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Let your creativity take center stage! Kids ages 9-12 will design and build their own unique puppets, then bring them to life in a fun, collaborative skit.
Bid Whist
Wed, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
How to Play Chess
Wed, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
You've always wanted to learn how to play chess? Well, come to this class to learn the basics from our resident chess teacher Mr. Joseph. Kids 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration opens Sunday, November 2 2025 at 6:00pm
Excel Intermediate
Wed, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
This class is for experienced Excel users with a firm grasp of the basics. It covers intermediate-level functions: importing data, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and an introduction to macros.
Jack and the Beanstalk: A Puppet Show
Thu, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Climb into a magical adventure with Jack and the Beanstalk! This fun puppet show for ages 2 and up brings the classic fairy tale to life with laughs, excitement, and a towering beanstalk!
Registration opens Sunday, November 2 2025 at 10:00am
T(w)een Takeover Thursdays - This Week's Activity: Cypher Links
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Create your own wearable message! Write your name or a short message in Morse Code as a bracelet or keychain! Gold and silver charms will be used to spell out whatever you would like!
Registration opens Sunday, November 2 2025 at 4:00pm
Aspiring Writers Meet-up
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join other writers and share your passion for writing.
Movie Night @ the Library - Red Notice
Thu, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Join us for popcorn and a movie! Kids 9 and younger must come with an adult.
Registration opens Sunday, November 2 2025 at 6:00pm
Leaf it to Us - This Week's Craft: Fall Color Woven Placemats
Thu, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Apples, ghosts, pumpkins, and more—craft your way through fall on Thursday evenings at the library!
Registration opens Sunday, November 2 2025 at 6:00pm
Friday FUNday! - This Week's Program: Surprise Fun!
Fri, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Kids will have the opportunity to get creative with a variety of materials. Some days, they might be painting with watercolors; other days, they could be making playdough. The sky's the limit!
Registration opens Sunday, November 2 2025 at 3:00pm
Teen Video Game Tournament
Fri, Nov 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Battle in Street Fighter 6 to win a $50 Uber Eats gift card! Free-play games, food, and fun. Doors open 5:15–5:45 PM. Teens must stay until the tournament ends and be picked up by an adult.
Weaver's Guild
Sat, Nov 15, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Lean into your inner crafter by creating projects presented by the Weaver's Guild South. Join the Weaver's Guild as they create and teach a unique craft each month.
One-on-Ones
Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Need tech help? Book a 45 minute appointment!
Register
Cybersleuth Your Family Tree
Mon, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Register
Cybersleuth Your Family Tree
Mon, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Register
Yoga
Mon, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Monday Makers - This Week's Project: Turkey Time Creations
Mon, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Join us for a fun and festive Standing Turkey Craft Kit session, where kids will create their own 3D turkey to take home and display for the holidays!
Registration opens Sunday, November 9 2025 at 6:00pm
L.I.T. (Love in Text) Girls' Book Club - This month we’re exploring the graphic novel “Curlfriends.”
Mon, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Embrace reading with our L.I.T. (Love in Text) Girls’ Book Club where we will dive into stories about loving ourselves and the adventures that life brings.
Registration opens Sunday, November 9 2025 at 6:00pm
Wiggles & Giggles Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Sing, move, read, and play with your little one at Wiggles and Giggles, our fun weekly storytime for ages 12-36 months. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate daycares in this program.
Registration opens Sunday, November 9 2025 at 10:00am
Memory Café
Tue, Nov 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.
Junior Puppeteers
Tue, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Let your creativity take center stage! Kids ages 9-12 will design and build their own unique puppets, then bring them to life in a fun, collaborative skit.
Illinois Libraries Present - Journey Through Food and Science with author Kenji Lopez-Alt
Tue, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
A conversation with author Kenji Lopez-Alt.
Bid Whist
Wed, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Africana Book Club
Wed, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Killadelphia: Volume One, Sins of the Father by Rodney Barnes.
Little Artists Storytime
Thu, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Kids can explore art through hands-on projects that spark imagination. Dress for a mess and let your little artist shine! Parents, grandparents, and home daycare providers are welcome to join us!
Registration opens Sunday, November 9 2025 at 10:00am
Movie Night @ the Library - This Week's Movie: Zootopia
Thu, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Join Judy Hopps, the first bunny cop in Zootopia, as she teams up with clever fox Nick Wilde to solve a fun mystery in a city where anything is possible!
Friday FUNday! - This Week's Program: Surprise Fun!
Fri, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Kids will have the opportunity to get creative with a variety of materials. Some days, they might be painting with watercolors; other days, they could be making playdough. The sky's the limit!
Registration opens Sunday, November 9 2025 at 3:00pm
Dungeon's and Dragon's: One Shot!
Sat, Nov 22, 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.
Zootopia 2 Movie Release Party
Sat, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Zootopia 2 is hitting theaters on November 26, 2025! Get ready to celebrate with us at our Zootopia 2-themed movie release party—packed with exciting games, activities, and more!
Registration opens Sunday, November 9 2025 at 2:00pm
Monday Morning Book Club!
Mon, Nov 24, 10:15am - 11:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join us for the Monthly Monday Morning Book Club!
Cybersleuth Your Family Tree
Mon, Nov 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Register
Cybersleuth Your Family Tree
Mon, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Register
Yoga
Mon, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Library Closes at 5 pm
Wed, Nov 26, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Library closes at 5 pm in observance of the Thanksgiving Day holiday.
Bid Whist
Wed, Nov 26, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Library CLOSED
Thu, Nov 27, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Library closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
Library CLOSED
Fri, Nov 28, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Library closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
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