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Yapping Yarnies

Granny Squares
2026-02-05 18:00:00 2026-02-05 20:00:00 America/Chicago Yapping Yarnies Curious how Grandma made that cozy afghan? Learn to crochet the classic granny squares just like she did - warmth and nostalgia in every stitch! Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A

Thursday, February 05
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-05 18:00:00 2026-02-05 20:00:00 America/Chicago Yapping Yarnies Curious how Grandma made that cozy afghan? Learn to crochet the classic granny squares just like she did - warmth and nostalgia in every stitch! Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A

Curious how Grandma made that cozy afghan? Learn to crochet the classic granny squares just like she did - warmth and nostalgia in every stitch!

Curious how Grandma made that cozy afghan? Learn to crochet the classic granny squares just like she did - warmth and nostalgia in every stitch!

Join us for an evening of knitting or crocheting and chatting. Feel free to bring your project to work on or use one of the available patterns. All skill levels, from never having touched a hook to expert, are welcome. An instructor is available to assist everyone.

Supplies:

Crochet hook

Yarn of your choice

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Learning | Hobbies & Crafts |

Matteson Area Public Library District
Phone: 708-748-4431
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Mon, Jan 05 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jan 06 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jan 07 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Fri, Jan 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 10 9:00AM 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
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!
Registration is now closed
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!
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
Design your own custom stickers using the Cricut machine! Create, cut, and personalize stickers to take home and show off. Register today and get creative!
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.
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!
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.
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.
Rescheduled
Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
New date Tuesday, January 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District
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!
Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District
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.
Cancelled
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.
Library Closed
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
The library will be closed on Monday, January 19th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District
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!
Rescheduled
Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
New date Tuesday, January 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District
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!
Meet Your Past - Matteson Museum Sessions
Tue, Jan 20, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Learn to start your Family tree at the Matteson Historical Museum 813 School Ave.
Memory Café
Tue, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
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.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
The first 15 minutes are open to the public.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Bid Whist
Wed, Jan 21, 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 22, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
The Wonderful World of Shapes - Triangle Treasures
Thu, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Point to the fun as we explore triangles through books, music, and crafts shaped like tasty pizza slices!
Movie Night @ the Library - Twisters
Thu, Jan 22, 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, January 11 2026 at 6:00pm
Yapping Yarnies - Scarves & Cowls
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
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 23, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Friday FUNday!
Fri, Jan 23, 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 24, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Sun, Jan 25, 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 26, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Monday Morning Book Discussion
Mon, Jan 26, 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, Jan 26, 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 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
L.I.T. (Love in Text) Girls' Book Club - "Next Best Junior Chef: Episode 1- Lights, Camera, Cook!"
Mon, Jan 26, 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 - Frozen Fun with Brain Flakes
Mon, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Join us to build more than snowmen and igloos with these "snow" flakes. See what else you can construct with these building toys, from skyscrapers to firetrucks to dinosaurs.
Yoga
Mon, Jan 26, 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, Jan 27, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District
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!
Rescheduled
Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
New date Tuesday, January 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District
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!
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Wed, Jan 28, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Bid Whist
Wed, Jan 28, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Africana Book Club
Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
The book for this month is The Book of Night Women by Marlon James.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Thu, Jan 29, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
The Wonderful World of Shapes - Odd & Oval Shapes
Thu, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Ovals, eggs, and everything in between—this storytime is all about exploring unique shapes in playful ways.
Donation Drive - December 1 - January 15
Fri, Jan 30, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Friday FUNday!
Fri, Jan 30, 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 31, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Food, Toys, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, and Pet Supplies Donation Drive.
Dungeon's and Dragon's: One Shot!
Sat, Jan 31, 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.
Black History Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Feb 01, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Learn tidbits of Black History in our month long scavenger hunt. Complete the challenge for a chance to win a prize.
Black History Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Feb 02, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Learn tidbits of Black History in our month long scavenger hunt. Complete the challenge for a chance to win a prize.
Meet Your Past - Personalized Genealogy Sessions
Mon, Feb 02, 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, Feb 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Providing Genealogy assistance one on one, in an hour, by appointment.
Monday Makers - Dot-a-Heart!
Mon, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Join us for fun-filled art adventures as kids create colorful heart designs using dots, imagination, and lots of love!
L.I.T. (Love in Text) Girls' Book Club - "Next Best Junior Chef: Episode 1- Lights, Camera, Cook!"
Mon, Feb 02, 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.
Yoga
Mon, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Black History Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Feb 03, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Learn tidbits of Black History in our month long scavenger hunt. Complete the challenge for a chance to win a prize.
Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Tue, Feb 03, 10:00am - 10:45am
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!
Rescheduled
Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Tue, Feb 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
New date Tuesday, February 03, 10:00am - 10:45am
Matteson Area Public Library District
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!
The Stitch Squad: Hand Sewing for Tweens & Teens - This Month’s Project: Valentine Keychain
Tue, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Green Room
Get stitching! Learn basic hand-sewing skills and make a simple project to take home. No experience needed—just come ready to create. Must attend all four sessions.
Line Dancing
Tue, Feb 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!
Black History Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Feb 04, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Learn tidbits of Black History in our month long scavenger hunt. Complete the challenge for a chance to win a prize.
Bid Whist
Wed, Feb 04, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Black History Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Feb 05, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Learn tidbits of Black History in our month long scavenger hunt. Complete the challenge for a chance to win a prize.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide
Thu, Feb 05, 9:15am - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Schedule an appointment with an AARP Tax-Aide.
On the Move: Adventures with Cars, Trains, Buses, & Planes! - Vroom, Vroom! Cars on the Move
Thu, Feb 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Explore cars with fun books, songs, fingerplays, and a steering wheel craft. Perfect for little drivers ages 2–5!
Movie Night @ the Library - Lilo and Stitch
Thu, Feb 05, 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 - Granny Squares
Thu, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Curious how Grandma made that cozy afghan? Learn to crochet the classic granny squares just like she did - warmth and nostalgia in every stitch!
Black History Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Feb 06, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Learn tidbits of Black History in our month long scavenger hunt. Complete the challenge for a chance to win a prize.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide
Fri, Feb 06, 9:15am - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Schedule an appointment with an AARP Tax-Aide.
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