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Registration opens:
September 15th, 2026

Movie Night @ the Library

Showing: The Addams Family
2026-10-15 18:00:00 2026-10-15 20:00:00 America/Chicago Movie Night @ the Library 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. Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B

Thursday, October 15
6:00pm - 8:00pm

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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.

The spooky-but-funny Addams family goes on silly adventures while sticking together and celebrating their quirky, unusual way of life.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Movies |

Matteson Area Public Library District
Phone: 708-748-4431
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Mon, Sep 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Fri, Sep 18 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 19 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 20 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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MAPLD is located on the corner of School Ave and 207th Street. Just a few blocks from both Cicero Ave and Lincoln Highway.

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Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up month this September for fun, prizes, and surprises all month long! Enter raffles to receive swag stop in for and giveaways and much more!.
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
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Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A/B
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Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room A
Meet with other Pokéfans to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game and Pokémon Champions. Don’t know how to play? We’ll teach you! Test your skill against other trainers to see who’s the very best.
Shine Studio - Fall Magnets
Wed, Oct 07, 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!
Excellent Engineers - Handy Tools
Thu, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Calling all builders, ages 2-5! Kids will discover their inner engineer through books, songs, and crafts. Join our crew at this STEM-themed storytime!
Excellent Engineers - Handy Tools
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Calling all builders, ages 2-5! Kids will discover their inner engineer through books, songs, and crafts. Join our crew at this STEM-themed storytime!
Aspiring Writers Meet-up
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Join other writers and share your passion for writing.
250 Stories, 250 Years
Thu, Oct 08, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Celebrate America's birthday by sharing your story with the library and help write our book, "250 Stories, 250 Years".
A Haunting We Will Go Contest
Thu, Oct 08, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you ready for Halloween? It's time to bring out the yard signs to decorate.
Yapping Yarnies - Dishcloths
Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room D
Pull out your favorite scrubby yarn and let’s make some dishcloths!
Community Art Program - Heroes & Monsters
Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Planet Daystorm Studios LLC offers instructor-led drawing workshops designed to inspire creativity, build confidence, and encourage artistic exploration for children, teens, and families.
Friday FUNday! - Library Bowling
Fri, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Start your kids’ weekend with an exciting hour at the library! Each week, we’ll make a craft, play a game, or collaborate on a group art project. Don’t miss out!
250 Stories, 250 Years
Fri, Oct 09, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Celebrate America's birthday by sharing your story with the library and help write our book, "250 Stories, 250 Years".
A Haunting We Will Go Contest
Fri, Oct 09, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you ready for Halloween? It's time to bring out the yard signs to decorate.
Pumpkin Painting
Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Do you love to decorate pumpkins but hate the mess? Then join us as we paint a pumpkin.
Magic: The Gathering Club
Sat, Oct 10, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Come play Magic: The Gathering at the library! We will play Commander or draft.
250 Stories, 250 Years
Sat, Oct 10, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Celebrate America's birthday by sharing your story with the library and help write our book, "250 Stories, 250 Years".
A Haunting We Will Go Contest
Sat, Oct 10, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you ready for Halloween? It's time to bring out the yard signs to decorate.
250 Stories, 250 Years
Sun, Oct 11, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Celebrate America's birthday by sharing your story with the library and help write our book, "250 Stories, 250 Years".
A Haunting We Will Go Contest
Sun, Oct 11, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you ready for Halloween? It's time to bring out the yard signs to decorate.
250 Stories, 250 Years
Mon, Oct 12, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Celebrate America's birthday by sharing your story with the library and help write our book, "250 Stories, 250 Years".
A Haunting We Will Go Contest
Mon, Oct 12, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you ready for Halloween? It's time to bring out the yard signs to decorate.
L.I.T. Girls Book Club Reads The School for Wicked Witches
Mon, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
In The School for Wicked Witches, meet some great characters who discover their powers and navigate friendship. L.I.T. Girls read if being "wicked" might just mean being brave enough to be yourself.
Yoga
Mon, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District
Improve flexibility and enhance relaxation with an hour of yoga.
Teas & Tidbits - October 8, 1871: The Great Conflagration - Chicago Fire
Tue, Oct 13, 9:30am - 11:30am
Matteson Historical Museum
Learn more about the Chicago fire and its aftermath.
Wiggles and Giggles
Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Wiggles and Giggles is a giggle-filled storytime for busy little bodies, ages 1-3. We’ll sing, wiggle, clap, & laugh through stories, songs, and fingerplays. Expect lots of movement & smiles!
Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
Tue, Oct 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.
250 Stories, 250 Years
Tue, Oct 13, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Celebrate America's birthday by sharing your story with the library and help write our book, "250 Stories, 250 Years".
A Haunting We Will Go Contest
Tue, Oct 13, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you ready for Halloween? It's time to bring out the yard signs to decorate.
Line Dancing
Tue, Oct 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!
Junior Puppeteers
Tue, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Kids will build and perform using a puppet. Participants must attend all 4 sessions.
This event is full
Storytime Stretch
Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
Perfect for young ages and abilities, this joyful journey turns exercise into a storytime adventure that kids love to return to again and again!
250 Stories, 250 Years
Wed, Oct 14, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Celebrate America's birthday by sharing your story with the library and help write our book, "250 Stories, 250 Years".
A Haunting We Will Go Contest
Wed, Oct 14, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you ready for Halloween? It's time to bring out the yard signs to decorate.
Pokémon Club
Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Meet with other Pokéfans to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game and Pokémon Champions. Don’t know how to play? We’ll teach you! Test your skill against other trainers to see who’s the very best.
Shine Studio - Halloween Keychains
Wed, Oct 14, 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!
Excellent Engineers - Making Machines
Thu, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Calling all builders, ages 2-5! Kids will discover their inner engineer through books, songs, and crafts. Join our crew at this STEM-themed storytime!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 15 2026 at 10:30am
Excellent Engineers - Making Machines
Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Calling all builders, ages 2-5! Kids will discover their inner engineer through books, songs, and crafts. Join our crew at this STEM-themed storytime!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 15 2026 at 4:00pm
250 Stories, 250 Years
Thu, Oct 15, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Celebrate America's birthday by sharing your story with the library and help write our book, "250 Stories, 250 Years".
A Haunting We Will Go Contest
Thu, Oct 15, All day
Matteson Area Public Library District
Are you ready for Halloween? It's time to bring out the yard signs to decorate.
Movie Night @ the Library - Showing: The Addams Family
Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room B
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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 15 2026 at 6:00pm
Yapping Yarnies - Dishcloths
Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Matteson Area Public Library District - Room C
Pull out your favorite scrubby yarn and let’s make some dishcloths!
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