Mahomet Public Library

All Ages Storytime
2025-06-04 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-06-11 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-06-18 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-06-25 10:00 - 10:30 (America/Chicago)
Join us for storytime on Wednesday mornings in June and July for children ages 0-5 and caregivers. There will be books, bouncing, songs, and more!

Drop-In Sensory Time
2025-06-05 10:00 - 11:30
Join us for drop-in stations that encourage sensory exploration!
Dates (First Thursdays):
June 5
July 3
Stations designed for children ages 3-7 and their caregivers. No registration required.

Cookbook Club: A Taste of the Mediterranean
2025-06-05 18:30 - 19:30
Join us for Cookbook Club! This month, we will dive into the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. Instead of focusing on a single book, choose your own Mediterranean cookbook to explore. Try out a recipe, and bring a dish to share and tell about your experience with fellow food lovers.
Several Mediterranean cookbooks will be available for checkout from the Library or you may choose your own cookbook, either in-print or online. Registered participants will receive an email approximately 2 weeks before the event to sign up for your dish.
Participants may contact Alyssa with any questions. Please note the change in meeting time!
Adults. Registration is required.

Family Fun Friday: Field Day at the Library!
2025-06-06 10:00 - 11:30
Each Friday morning in June and July, we’ll have a fun event for all ages at the Library! Events will range from drop-in stations and outdoor activities to special presentations from professional performers.
Dates and Events:
June 6: Field Day at the Library! (outdoor activities and games; in the case of inclement weather, this will change to a drop-in craft program)
June 13: Magic with Joel Shoemaker*
June 20: Unlazy River (outdoor obstacle course; in the case of inclement weather, this will change to a drop-in craft program)
June 27: Do Art! With Do Art Productions*
July 11: Minecraft BINGO
July 18: Bigger Bang Bubble Show with Absolute Science*
July 25: Blast From the Past: Nostalgic Toys Open Play

*These special presentations end at 11:00 am instead of 11:30 am.
All ages. No registration required.

Teen D&D Club
2025-06-08 13:30 - 16:30, 2025-06-22 13:30 - 16:30
Join us for exciting Dungeons and Dragons adventures that encourage creativity, problem solving, strategy, and teamwork! Library staff member, Ty, will lead players through exciting one-shot D&D adventures!
Entering grades 7-12. Registration required.

Baby Storytime
2025-06-10 09:30 - 09:50, 2025-06-17 09:30 - 09:50, 2025-06-24 09:30 - 09:50
Bring your baby to storytime on Tuesday mornings in June and July at the Library! There will be songs, bounces, and books!

Ages 0-18 months. No registration required.

Tuesday Night Book Club
2025-06-10 18:30 - 20:00
Connect with fellow book lovers! Join us at the Library on the second Tuesday of each month as we discuss that month’s great read.
June 10: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride
July 8: Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
August 12: Happiness Falls by Angie Kim
No registration required.

Wondering what books we’ve previously read for Tuesday Night Book Club? Check out our Tuesday Night Book Club Picks list!

Level Up! STEM: Egg Drop Challenge
2025-06-11 15:00 - 16:00
Take on a STEM challenge! Level-up your STEM skills with a new challenge each session.
Dates and Challenges:
June 11: Egg Drop Challenge
June 25: LEGO Derby
July 9: DIY Articulated Grabber
July 23: Paper Plate Rollercoasters
For students entering grades 2-5. Registration required.

Little Groovers! Music and Movement
2025-06-12 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-06-26 10:00 - 10:30
Join us for a fun-filled music and movement program designed for toddlers and preschoolers age 2-5 and their caregivers. In this interactive program, children will sing, dance, and move to a variety of exciting songs that engage their imaginations, enhance motor skills, and encourage social interaction.
For children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. No registration required.

Dates (every other Thursday):
June 12
June 26
July 10
July 24

Intro to D&D (Young Adventurers Edition)
2025-06-12 14:00 - 15:00
Curious about Dungeons & Dragons but don’t know where to start? Learn the basics of D&D gameplay with library staff member, Ty!
For students entering grades 3-5. No registration required.

Yoga on the Lawn
2025-06-12 18:00 - 19:00
Downward Facing Dog. Warrior Pose. Lotus Position. Summer Yoga with Colleen Crawford is an approachable yoga practice with options offered and demonstrated that allow you to choose whether you want a more challenging or more chill experience. With a different focus in each of the four classes, expect a unique practice in each class you attend.
Adults. Registration required.
About the Instructor:
Colleen Crawford is an experienced fitness instructor, personal trainer, and yoga teacher. She taught her first group fitness class in 2007 and has pursued and completed numerous continuing education and certification classes in the years since. In her classes, Colleen strives to provide an experience where all participants feel successful by offering options that allow each individual to tailor the movements to their needs. Colleen’s credentials include RYT-200 hr, NCSA-CPT, Certified Pre- and Post-Natal Coach, Roll Model Method Practitioner, Barre Above, PiYo, TurboKick, and INSANITY.

Family Fun Friday: Magic with Joel Shoemaker
2025-06-13 10:00 - 11:00

Teen After Hours Game Night: Uno Tournament
2025-06-13 17:30 - 19:00
Show off your Uno skills! Compete with your friends in a series of Uno games for a chance at winning some awesome prizes! Pizza and refreshments provided.
Grades 6-12. Registration required.

Junior D&D Club
2025-06-14 13:30 - 15:30
Players will embark on an exciting Dungeons and Dragons adventure that will help them develop their creative problem solving skills and teamwork! No D&D experience is necessary.
For students entering grades 3-6. Registration required.

Adult Crafternoon: Teacup Bird Feeder
2025-06-17 13:00 - 14:30
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon crafting unique projects while connecting with fellow crafters. All supplies are provided.
Dates and Crafts:
June 17: Teacup bird feeders
July 15: Introduction to cross-stitching
Adults. Registration required. No meeting in August.

Adventures in Art: Loom Weaving
2025-06-17 15:00 - 16:00
Join us for an hour of artistic fun! All supplies needed to make each project will be provided.
Dates and Projects:
June 3: Splatter Paint
June 17: Loom Weaving
July 1: Bubble Paint Flowers
July 15: Stitched Yarn Art
July 29: Perler Bead Pixel Art
Entering grades 2-5. Registration required.

Live Action Choose Your Own Adventure
2025-06-18 15:00 - 16:00
Join us for a live reading of Endlessly Ever After by Laurel Snyder. Participants will have to make choices in real-time to determine how the story will end.
Ages 5 and up. No registration required.

LEGO Club: Summer Edition
2025-06-19 14:00 - 16:00
Calling all LEGO lovers! Join us every month this summer for drop-in open play with our huge collection of LEGOs!
Dates:
June 19
July 17
Entering grades K-5. No registration required.

Summer Mocktails
2025-06-19 18:30 - 19:30
Enjoy an interactive session where attendees will learn to make easy, refreshing non-alcoholic drinks. Bartender Riley Mueller will teach us the basics of drink-mixing, samples, and share some tips.
Adults. Registration required.

Family Fun Friday: Unlazy River
2025-06-20 10:00 - 11:30

Craft Lab: Makerspace for Adults
2025-06-21 13:00 - 15:00
Now offering special hands-on sessions through out the year where you can explore a variety of creative projects! We will provide space to create, experiment and connect with fellow makers. You can bring your own project to work on or try something new. A Cricut machine, sewing machine, ChompSaw cardboard cutter, button maker and more will be available, as well as some supplies such as yarn, thread, paper, crochet hooks, knitting needles and more. All skill levels are welcome. Drop in or stay the whole time.
Adults. Registration preferred (but not required).

Armchair Travel: London
2025-06-24 18:30 - 19:30
Join us for a virtual journey to London, England! Explore iconic landmarks like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London. Learn about London’s history, culture and traditions – all from the comfort of the Library! Enjoy a taste of Britain with a themed snack as we enjoy the sights of the city.
Adults. Registration required.

Level Up! STEM: LEGO Derby
2025-06-25 15:00 - 16:00
