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Book Swap

Trade your old books for new reads! Visit MAPLD and swap with fellow library lovers instead of recycling.

Bring in your gently used books and exchange them for something new to read! The library also offers books that would otherwise be recycled, giving them a second life. Every book you donate will find a good home—whether with another reader in our community or through our longtime partner, Better World Books, which shares titles with readers around the globe. Swap, read, and know your books are making a difference!

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

EVENT TYPE: | Hobbies & Crafts |

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

We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Mon, Dec 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 19 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 20 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 21 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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Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Fri, Dec 19, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Computers 101 - Basic Computer Literacy
Fri, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Learn the terminology, using the internet, and simply doing daily life on a computer.
Friday FUNday!
Fri, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Get ready to get messy and make masterpieces! Each day brings a new adventure—maybe paintbrushes one day and homemade playdough the next. Space is limited, so save your spot!
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Sat, Dec 20, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Weaver's Guild Crafting - Holiday Party
Sat, Dec 20, 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.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Sun, Dec 21, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Mon, Dec 22, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Monday Morning Book Discussion
Mon, Dec 22, 10:15am - 11:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join us for the Monthly Monday Morning Book Discussion.
Meet Your Past - Personalized Genealogy Sessions
Mon, Dec 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Meet Your Past - Personalized Genealogy Sessions
Mon, Dec 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Yoga
Mon, Dec 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Tue, Dec 23, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Real Estate Series - Avoid Foreclosure
Tue, Dec 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Join realtor Rodessa Joiner for her series of seminars on Real Estate.
Library Closed
Wed, Dec 24, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The library will be closed Wednesday, December 24th, in observance of Christmas Eve.
Library Closed
Thu, Dec 25, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The library will be closed Thursday, December 25th, in observance of Christmas Day.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Fri, Dec 26, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Friday FUNday!
Fri, Dec 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Get ready to get messy and make masterpieces! Each day brings a new adventure—maybe paintbrushes one day and homemade playdough the next. Space is limited, so save your spot!
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Sat, Dec 27, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Sun, Dec 28, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Mon, Dec 29, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Meet Your Past - Personalized Genealogy Sessions
Mon, Dec 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Meet Your Past - Personalized Genealogy Sessions
Mon, Dec 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Yoga
Mon, Dec 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Tue, Dec 30, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Noon Year's Eve Party
Tue, Dec 30, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Celebrate early at our Noon Year’s Eve Party! Enjoy crafts, games, treats, music, and a countdown to noon—fun for kids and families without staying up late!
Library Closed
Wed, Dec 31, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The library will be closed Wednesday, December 31st, in observance of New Year's Eve.
Library Closed
Thu, Jan 01, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The library will be closed Thursday, January 1st, in observance of New Year's Day. Happy New Year!
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Fri, Jan 02, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Friday FUNday!
Fri, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Get ready to get messy and make masterpieces! Each day brings a new adventure—maybe paintbrushes one day and homemade playdough the next. Space is limited, so save your spot!
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Sat, Jan 03, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Zumba Fitness Fun with Sheena
Sat, Jan 03, 9:30am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Join us for Zumba with Fitness Fun with Sheena on the first Saturday of the month.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Sun, Jan 04, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Mon, Jan 05, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Meet Your Past - Personalized Genealogy Sessions
Mon, Jan 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
This event is full
Meet Your Past - Personalized Genealogy Sessions
Mon, Jan 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
This event is full
Yoga
Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Monday Makers - Frosty Fun with Play-Doh
Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Join the frosty fun and let your imagination chill out with colorful Play-Doh creations!
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Tue, Jan 06, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Tue, Jan 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Wiggles and Giggles is a storytime for children ages 12 to 36 months. We'll explore early literacy through songs, fingerplays, and engaging stories. Come ready to sing, wiggle, and giggle together!
Line Dancing
Tue, Jan 06, 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!
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Wed, Jan 07, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Bid Whist
Wed, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Thu, Jan 08, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
The Wonderful World of Shapes - Circle Time Fun
Thu, Jan 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Dive into a month of stories, songs, and crafts that make learning about shapes exciting and fun!
Aspiring Writers Meet-up
Thu, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join other writers and share your passion for writing.
Movie Night @ the Library - Heads of State
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Grab your snacks and get comfy for Movie Night @ the Library!
Registration opens Sunday, December 28 2025 at 6:00pm
Yapping Yarnies - Scarves & Cowls
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Join us to learn how to knit or crochet a warm, beautiful scarf or cowl to keep you cozy this winter.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Fri, Jan 09, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Computers 101 - Basics +
Fri, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Come and learn about basic computer skills and operations.
Friday FUNday!
Fri, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Get ready to get messy and make masterpieces! Each day brings a new adventure—maybe paintbrushes one day and homemade playdough the next. Space is limited, so save your spot!
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Sat, Jan 10, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Are you ready to make a real impact and have your voice heard? Join TAB- where you help shape the programs, events, and services that matter most to you and your peers in community!
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Sun, Jan 11, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Meet Your Past - Personalized Genealogy Sessions
Mon, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Meet Your Past - Personalized Genealogy Sessions
Mon, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Yoga
Mon, Jan 12, 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 - "Next Best Junior Chef: Episode 1- Lights, Camera, Cook!"
Mon, Jan 12, 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.
Monday Makers - Cool Crafts: Penguin Edition
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Join us for a chilly day of creativity as kids make adorable penguin crafts and bring these waddling friends to life!
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Wiggles and Giggles is a storytime for children ages 12 to 36 months. We'll explore early literacy through songs, fingerplays, and engaging stories. Come ready to sing, wiggle, and giggle together!
Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
Tue, Jan 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
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, Jan 13, 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!
Illinois Libraries Present - A conversation with author Jonathan Eig.
Tue, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig, author of King: A Life.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Bid Whist
Wed, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Intro to Google Workspace
Wed, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Learn about Google Drive, Slides, Photos, and more.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
The Wonderful World of Shapes - Building with Squares
Thu, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
From windows to houses, discover the magic of squares and rectangles with stories, songs, and a shape-building craft.
Movie Night @ the Library - Frozen 2
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Grab your snacks and get comfy for Movie Night @ the Library! Join us for a fun movie that the whole family can enjoy. From animated adventures to exciting stories, there's something for everyone.
Yapping Yarnies - Scarves & Cowls
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Join us to learn how to knit or crochet a warm, beautiful scarf or cowl to keep you cozy this winter.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Fri, Jan 16, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Computers 101 - Social Life on a Computer
Fri, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Learn about popular social media platforms. using email, and text messaging.
Friday FUNday!
Fri, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Get ready to get messy and make masterpieces! Each day brings a new adventure—maybe paintbrushes one day and homemade playdough the next. Space is limited, so save your spot!
Friday Game Night
Fri, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Come, have fun with board games and snacks with friends.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Sat, Jan 17, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
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Book Swap
Sat, Jan 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Trade your old books for new reads! Visit MAPLD and swap with fellow library lovers instead of recycling.
Weaver's Guild Crafting - UFO Gathering (Unfinished Fiber Objects)
Sat, Jan 17, 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.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Sun, Jan 18, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
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