Mahomet Public Library

Preschool Storytime
2026-09-02 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-09-09 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-09-16 10:00 - 10:30 (America/Chicago)
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime designed for preschool-aged children (3-5 years) and their caregivers!
MPL storytimes feature a fun mix of songs, rhymes, and books!
No storytime on November 25, due to Thanksgiving Break.

Elementary Explorers
2026-09-02 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-09-09 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-09-16 13:30 - 14:30
Join us every Wednesday for a fun, one hour after school program! Activities will rotate monthly. We’ll usually meet from 3:30-4:30 pm, but we’ll move it up to 1:30-2:30 pm on early dismissal days.
September: Art Club

September 2, 9, 23, 30: regular time (3:30-4:30 pm)
September 16: early dismissal (1:30-2:30 pm)

October: Pokémon Club

October 7, 21, 28: regular time (3:30-4:30 pm)
October 14: early dismissal (1:30-2:30 pm)

November: Maker’s Club

November 4, 18: regular time (3:30-4:30 pm)
November 11: early dismissal (1:30-2:30 pm)
November 25: no meeting

December: LEGO Club

December 2: regular time (3:30-4:30 pm)
December 9: early dismissal (1:30-2:30 pm)
December 16, 23, 30: no meeting

Grades K-5. No registration required.

Little Groovers: Music and Movement
2026-09-03 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-09-17 10:00 - 10:30
Your littles are invited to wiggle, giggle, and groove their way to fun while engaging their imaginations, enhancing motor skills, and building social connections!
We’ll explore rhythm, sound, and movement with a fun selection of songs and dances.
Ages 2-5 and caregivers. No registration required.

Teen Craft Cafe
2026-09-03 16:00 - 17:30
Calling all crafty teens in grades 6-12! Looking for a chill space to hang out with your friends and do some crafting? Join us for crafty activities, snacks, music, and conversation! We’ll have a variety of craft supplies available: beads, paint pens, button makers, and so much more!
Dates (First Thursdays):
September 3
October 1
November 5
Grades 6-12. No registration required.

Board Game Social Hour
2026-09-03 18:30 - 19:30
Looking for someone to play games with? Join us on the first Thursday of each month for a relaxed evening of board games, card games, chess, mah jongg, and more in a relaxed atmosphere. Play one of the library’s games, bring a favorite from home, or learn something new from other participants.
All experience levels are welcome. Minors must attend with an adult. Registration is encouraged so we know how many to expect. Walk-ins are welcome.

Preschool Playdate
2026-09-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-18 10:00 - 11:00
Children (ages 2-5) and their caregivers are welcome to join us on Friday mornings for open-ended playtime!
Each session will feature a different assortment of toys and activities.
Ages 2-5 and caregivers. Younger siblings welcome. No registration required. No playdate on October 16 due to the Book Sale or November 27 due to Thanksgiving Break.

Baby Storytime
2026-09-08 09:30 - 09:50, 2026-09-15 09:30 - 09:50
Bring your baby to the Library for a fun storytime featuring lap bounces, songs, rhymes, and books!
This storytime is designed especially for our littlest library lovers (ages 0-18 months) and their caregivers!
No Baby Storytime on November 3, due to Election Day.

Toddler Storytime
2026-09-08 10:15 - 10:45, 2026-09-15 10:15 - 10:45
Join us at the Library for a storytime specifically designed for toddlers (ages 18 months to 3 years) and their caregivers, featuring songs, rhymes and books!
No Toddler Storytime on November 3, due to Election Day.
PLEASE NOTE: Toddler Storytime has a NEW TIME! Storytime will run from 10:15-10:45 am.

Tuesday Night Book Club
2026-09-08 18:30 - 20:00
Join us for thoughtful conversation and good company at our monthly Tuesday Night Book Club! We read a mix of popular fiction and standout titles across genres, with an emphasis on stories that spark meaningful discussion. New members are always welcome. No registration is required. Copies of each month’s selection are available at the Library.
Dates and Books:
September 8: The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali
October 13: North Woods by Daniel Mason
November 10: Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell
December 8: Holiday/End of the Year Party
Adults. No registration required.

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

Lessons for Living: Gardening on a Budget
2026-09-10 10:00 - 11:00
Learn how to start a container garden that nourishes your body and wallet. Starting a container garden can benefit your budget and be a fruitful hobby that satisfies your taste buds. Learn about the start-up expenses for a container garden and plan your produce to supplement your budget.
Lessons for Living is a free webinar series from the U of I Extension. Attendees will meet at the Library and watch the webinar together.

There are four programs in this series:
August 11: What’s In My Food? Decoding Chemicals and Safety
September 10: Gardening on a Budget
October 13: Fur Real Companionship
November 12: Become a Dementia Friend

Adults. Registration required.

Stomp, Roar, Explore! Dinosaur Party
2026-09-12 10:00 - 11:30
Get ready to stomp, roar, and explore at our Dinosaur Party! Young paleontologists are invited to join us for a prehistoric adventure featuring a dinosaur-themed scavenger hunt, trivia, and crafts! Whether you’re a fan of the towering T. rex, gentle giants, or speedy raptors, this program is sure to be a roaring good time for kids and their caregivers!
All ages. No registration required.

Teen D&D Club
2026-09-13 13:30 - 16:00
Library staff member, Ty, will lead a group of 6th-12th graders through a 4-part Dungeons and Dragons campaign. The group will meet once every three weeks and play through an extended campaign full of adventure and magic.
Grades 6-12. Registration required (link coming soon). Please note: Your registration is for all the sessions together, and you are expected to attend each session.
Dates and Times:
September 13, 1:30-4:00 pm
October 4, 1:30-4:00 pm
October 25, 1:30-4:00 pm
November 15, 1:30-4:00 pm

Teen Genre Book Club: Realistic Fiction
2026-09-14 16:00 - 17:00
Are you a teen who loves reading but hates being told what to read? Our Teen Genre Book Club is just the thing for you! Each month, we will pick a new genre to feature. Participants are invited to choose a book that fits into the selected genre and be prepared to talk about it and the genre while we enjoy snacks and refreshments.
Dates and Genres:
September 14: Realistic Fiction
October 12: Horror
November 16: Fantasy
Having trouble finding a book that fits the theme? Ask a Librarian or visit our website to browse our Teen Categories!
Grades 6-12. Registration required (link coming soon).

Adult Crafternoon: Book Bedazzling
2026-09-15 13:00 - 14:30
Spend a relaxed afternoon creating a new craft! Each month we focus on a different project. No experience is needed and all supplies are provided.
Registration is required due to limited materials.
Dates and Crafts:
September 15: Book Bedazzling
Turn a book into a sparkling work of art by embellishing the cover with rhinestones. Bring your own book or choose from a selection of provided books.
October 20: Silhouettes
Create a timeless silhouette portrait using simple tracing and cutting techniques to profile images. If you would like to make a silhouette of someone else, please bring a clear side-profile photograph of that person.
November 17: Dried Orange and Cinnamon Garland
Craft a fragrant seasonal garland using dried orange slices, cinnamon sticks and other natural materials for a cozy decoration.

Can’t make the afternoon craft session? We now offer a Craft Night session making the same craft!
Adults. Registration required.

Medicare 101
2026-09-16 18:30 - 19:30
Learn the basics of how Medicare works, what the different parts cover, and how to choose the right plan for your needs. Perfect for those approaching age 65, already on Medicare, or helping a loved one navigate their options.
Presented by 360 Benefits Group (a firm with over 40 years of combined experience across underwriting, consulting, and account management, created to bring transparency, strategy, and year-round support back into insurance.)
Adults. Registration required.

Wonder Club: Books (Early Afternoon Session)
2026-09-17 13:00 - 14:00
Curious students in grades 2-5 are invited to join us for Wonder Club! At each monthly session, we’ll explore a different question and complete a hands-on activity to put learning into practice!
Session Topics:

September: How are books made?
October: What are stars made of?
November: How do animals communicate?

Register for ONE session each month:

September 17 at 1:00 pm OR 4:00 pm
October 22 at 1:00 pm OR 4:00 pm
November 19 at 1:00 pm OR 4:00 pm

Please Note: There will be TWO sessions with the same topic and activities each month. Please register for ONE session.
Grades 2-5. Registration required (registration link coming soon).

Wonder Club: Books (After School Session)
2026-09-17 16:00 - 17:00

Cookbook Club: Of Course It's Good!
2026-09-17 18:30 - 19:30
Join us at the library, to explore new recipes, share cooking tips, and enjoy delicious food together! This program is intended for adults who enjoy cooking and sharing food together. All experience levels are welcome.
Each Cookbook Club will feature a selected cookbook and attendees will bring a dish from the book to share. Copies of the cookbook will be available one month in advance at the library’s circulation desk.
Dates and Cookbooks:
September 17: Of Course It’s Good! by Jessica Secrest
November 12: Baking Yesteryear by B. Dylan Hollis
Adults. Registration required.

Weekend Storytime
2026-09-19 10:00 - 10:30
Start your weekend off strong with stories, songs, and smiles at our monthly Weekend Storytime! Children ages 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a fun-filled program featuring engaging books, music, and movement that promote early literacy skills and are sure to spark a love of reading.
Dates:

September 19
October 10
December 12

Ages 0-6. No registration required. No Weekend Storytime in November due to the Stuffed Animal Sleepover.

First Chapter Fight Club: Grades K-3
2026-09-21 15:30 - 16:00
Don’t judge a book by its cover! Judge it by its first chapter! Listen to Ms. Becca read the first chapters of several different books, then pit them against each other in a battle of the books to decide the winner!
Each month, we’ll focus on a different genre:
September: Survival and Adventure Stories
October: Mysteries
November: Historical Fiction
Grades K-3. No registration required.
Please Note: This program session is geared toward students in grades K-3. Students in grades 4-6 are welcome to join us for the later session at 4:30 pm.

First Chapter Fight Club: Grades 4-6
2026-09-21 16:30 - 17:00
Don’t judge a book by its cover! Judge it by its first chapter! Listen to Ms. Becca read the first chapters of several different books, then pit them against each other in a battle of the books to decide the winner!
Each month, we’ll focus on a different genre:
September: Survival and Adventure Stories
October: Mysteries
November: Historical Fiction
Grades 4-6. No registration required.
Please Note: This program session is geared toward students in grades 4-6. Students in grades K-3 are welcome to join us for the earlier session at 3:30 pm.
