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Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
2026-03-14 14:00:00 2026-03-14 15:30:00 America/Chicago Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Join Teen Advisory Board! Help plan our Summer Reading Video, learn to make a mini zine, and enjoy snacks while you create and hang out with other teens! Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B

Saturday, March 14
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-14 14:00:00 2026-03-14 15:30:00 America/Chicago Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Join Teen Advisory Board! Help plan our Summer Reading Video, learn to make a mini zine, and enjoy snacks while you create and hang out with other teens! Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B

Join Teen Advisory Board! Help plan our Summer Reading Video, learn to make a mini zine, and enjoy snacks while you create and hang out with other teens!

Make an impact! Help plan events, share ideas, earn service hours, and build leadership skills. Join TAB to shape the library for teens like you. Your voice matters!

AGE GROUP: | 18 years old | 17 years old | 16 years old | 15 years old | 14 years old | 13 years old |

EVENT TYPE: | Special |

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

Mon, Mar 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Mar 31 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Apr 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Apr 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Apr 03 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 04 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 05 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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Zumba with Kne You DBA Fitness Fun
Sat, Apr 04, 9:30am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Join us for Zumba with Kne You DBA Fitness Fun with Sheena on the first Saturday of the month.
Closed in observance of Easter Sunday.
Sun, Apr 05, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Closed in observance of Easter Sunday.
Yoga
Mon, Apr 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Monday Makers - Happy Spring Rain Cloud
Mon, Apr 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Make this cloud with sparkling raindrops to remind you that some rainy days can be pretty and fun!
Wiggles and Giggles
Tue, Apr 07, 10:00am - 10:45am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Wiggles and Giggles is a giggle-filled storytime for busy little bodies ages 12–36 months. We’ll sing, wiggle, clap, & laugh through stories, songs, and fingerplays. Expect lots of movement & smiles!
Line Dancing
Tue, Apr 07, 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, Apr 08, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Magic: The Gathering Club
Wed, Apr 08, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Come play Magic: The Gathering at the library! We will play Commander or draft.
Shine Studio - This Week’s Project: Diamond Art Dragon Bookmarks
Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Looking for a new hobby? Come to our Diamond Painting program to try a different way of coloring by number!
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide
Thu, Apr 09, 9:15am - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Schedule an appointment with an AARP Tax-Aide.
Story Garden: A Puppet Show
Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join Spark the Firefly for spring stories and songs! Hop like a bunny, watch seeds grow, and splash in pond fun. Puppets, music, and interactive movement for the whole family!
Aspiring Writers Meet-up
Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Join other writers and share your passion for writing.
Movie Night @ the Library - The Legend of Tarzan
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Grab your snacks and get comfy for Movie Night @ the Library!
Yapping Yarnies - Hats
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
The cold days of winter might be ending, but hats are for every season. Join us and learn to create beautiful spring hats.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide
Fri, Apr 10, 9:15am - 2:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Schedule an appointment with an AARP Tax-Aide.
Intro to Computers Part 1
Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Are you ready for the digital revolution? Join us to learn how to use your computer.
Paint-n-Sip
Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Celebrate spring as you paint a beautiful wooden door hanger.
Yoga
Mon, Apr 13, 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. Girls’ Book Club - The Homework Machine
Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Explore friendship and fun in the March L.I.T. Girls’ Book Club as we read The Homework Machine by Dan Gutman! Books available for checkout at our first meeting. Don’t miss out!
Registration is now closed
Monday Makers - Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge
Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
See how long it takes you to plug in all the pieces of these fun puzzles!
Wiggles and Giggles
Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Wiggles and Giggles is a giggle-filled storytime for busy little bodies ages 12–36 months. We’ll sing, wiggle, clap, & laugh through stories, songs, and fingerplays. Expect lots of movement & smiles!
Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
Tue, Apr 14, 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, Apr 14, 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, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Shine Studio - This Week’s Project: Donut Magnets
Wed, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Looking for a new hobby? Come to our Diamond Painting program to try a different way of coloring by number!
Music Makers - Build-a-box Guitar
Thu, Apr 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Jam with us as we share stories inspired by the music around us. Each week we will read books, sing songs, and build a musical instrument. This week we will build a tissue box guitar.
Movie Night @ the Library - The Incredibles
Thu, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Enjoy a family-friendly film, free popcorn, and fun for all ages. Bring the whole family for a cozy evening together!
Yapping Yarnies - Hats
Thu, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
The cold days of winter might be ending, but hats are for every season. Join us and learn to create beautiful spring hats.
Illinois Libraries Present - Cristina Henriquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection.
Thu, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
A conversation with author Cristina Henriquez.
Friday Game Night
Fri, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Come have fun with board games, snacks, and friends!
Registration opens Saturday, April 4 2026 at 6:00pm
Weaver's Guild Crafting - Granny Square Bunny
Sat, Apr 18, 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 Crafting South. Join the Weaver's Guild Crafting as they create and teach a unique craft each month.
Weaver's Guild - Granny Square Bunny
Sat, Apr 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Learn how to make a unique granny square bunny motif.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Make an impact! Help plan events, share ideas, earn service hours, and build leadership skills. Join TAB to shape the library for teens like you. Your voice matters!
One-on-Ones
Mon, Apr 20, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Need tech help? Book a 45 minute appointment!
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Yoga
Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Monday Makers - Paper Loop Flower Flower
Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Twist colored paper into bright colored flowers that will last all Spring!
L.I.T. Girls’ Book Club - The Homework Machine
Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Explore friendship and fun in the March L.I.T. Girls’ Book Club as we read The Homework Machine by Dan Gutman! Books available for checkout at our first meeting. Don’t miss out!
Registration is now closed
Wiggles and Giggles
Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Wiggles and Giggles is a giggle-filled storytime for busy little bodies ages 12–36 months. We’ll sing, wiggle, clap, & laugh through stories, songs, and fingerplays. Expect lots of movement & smiles!
Meet Your Past - Matteson Museum Sessions
Tue, Apr 21, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Learn to start your Family tree at the Matteson Historical Museum located at 813 School Ave.
Memory Café
Tue, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Join Pathlights for our Memory Café, a social gathering for people with dementia and other forms of cognitive impairment and their care partners. Nostalgic Presentation "Remember When" by Todd Hunt.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
The first 15 minutes are open to the public.
Bid Whist
Wed, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Shine Studio - This Week’s Project: Donut Magnets
Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Looking for a new hobby? Come to our Diamond Painting program to try a different way of coloring by number!
Africana Book Club
Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Quilting the Black-Eyed Pea: Poems and Not Quite Poems by Nikki Giovanni.
Digitize and Archive Your Photos
Wed, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Scan, clean up, and organize your old photos.
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Step into Wonderland! This 45-minute adventure brings Lewis Carroll’s classic to life. Join Alice, the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, & the Queen of Hearts for a whimsical journey down the rabbit hole.
Movie Night @ the Library - Heads of State
Thu, Apr 23, 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, April 12 2026 at 6:00pm
Wealth Wellness Workshops: Empowering Your Financial Future - Understanding Credit: Building a Strong Financial Foundation
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Join our 8-session Financial Wellness Series to learn budgeting, credit, saving, investing, and real-world money skills for lifelong financial stability.
Dungeon's and Dragon's: One Shot!
Sat, Apr 25, 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.
Teen Volunteer Fair
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Need volunteer hours? Come to the Teen Volunteer Fair! Meet local nonprofits, explore causes, and find the perfect place to make a difference. Network, connect, and get involved!
Monday Morning Book Discussion - Frozen River by Ariel Lawton.
Mon, Apr 27, 10:15am - 11:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Join us for the Monthly Monday Morning Book Discussion.
Monday Makers - Flower Suncatcher Wind Chimes
Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
After you create these sparkling chimes, you can hear the breeze blow all summer long!
Yoga
Mon, Apr 27, 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. Girls’ Book Club - The Homework Machine
Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Explore friendship and fun in the March L.I.T. Girls’ Book Club as we read The Homework Machine by Dan Gutman! Books available for checkout at our first meeting. Don’t miss out!
Registration is now closed
Wiggles and Giggles
Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Wiggles and Giggles is a giggle-filled storytime for busy little bodies ages 12–36 months. We’ll sing, wiggle, clap, & laugh through stories, songs, and fingerplays. Expect lots of movement & smiles!
Bid Whist
Wed, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
A fast-paced card game!
Music Makers - Making Maracas
Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Jam with us as we share stories inspired by the music around us. Each week we will read books, sing songs, and build a musical instrument. This week we will build maracas.
Paper and Electronic Recycling Event - Recycling EVent
Sat, May 02, 8:30am - 11:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Outside
It's Spring Cleaning time, bring your paper and electronic items to the library to be recycled. Paper recyclables will be shredded onsite. Monetary donations greatly appreciated.
Zumba with Kne You DBA Fitness Fun
Sat, May 02, 9:30am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Join us for Zumba with Kne You DBA Fitness Fun with Sheena on the first Saturday of the month.
American Red Cross Babysitter Training
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Interested in starting a babysitting business? We've got you covered!
This event is full
Yoga
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
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