Mahomet Public Library

Cookbook Club
2025-11-06 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
By popular request, November is all about desserts! From pies and cakes to cookies and puddings; if it’s sweet, it’s welcome.
Choose any dessert recipe to make and share, along with a copy of your recipe.
A selection of dessert cookbooks will be available at the library for inspiration.
Please note the time change from 6:00 to 6:30.

Preschool Playdate
2025-11-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-21 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.

Craft Lab: Makerspace for Adults
2025-11-08 13:00 - 15:00
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.
Cricut machine, sewing machine, ChompSaw cardboard cutter, button (pin/magnet) maker and more. Plus some supplies available to use, such as yarn, thread, paper, crochet hooks, knitting needles and more.
All skill levels are welcome.
Registration preferred but not required. You can drop in or stay the whole time.

Teen D&D Club
2025-11-09 13:30 - 16:30, 2025-11-30 13:30 - 16:30
Library staff member, Ty, will lead a group of 6th-12th graders through a 5-part Dungeons and Dragons campaign. The group will meet once every three weeks and play through an extended campaign full of adventure and magic.

Baby Storytime
2025-11-11 09:30 - 09:50, 2025-11-18 09:30 - 09:50, 2025-11-25 09:30 - 09:50, 2025-12-02 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 (age 0-18 months) and their caregivers!

Toddler Storytime
2025-11-11 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-11-18 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-11-25 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-12-02 10:00 - 10:30
Join us at the Library for a storytime specifically designed for toddlers (age 18 months to 3 years) and their caregivers, featuring songs, rhymes and books!

Tuesday Night Book Club
2025-11-11 18:30 - 19:30
Tuesday Night Book Club is a great way to connect with fellow book lovers. All are welcome! Grab your copy of the month’s book and we’ll talk about it with good company and great conversation.
September: Go As a River by Shelley Read
A sweeping epic of a young woman’s journey to becoming, set against the harsh beauty of mid-century Colorado.
October: The Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne Young
A woman discovers a family secret and embarks on a journey that will not only change both the past and the future, but also uncover the mysteries of her town.
November: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
An historical mystery inspired by the life and diary of Martha Ballard, a 18th century midwife.
December: Celebrate another year of reading! We’ll enjoy snacks, a book swap and good company to close out the year.

Preschool Storytime
2025-11-12 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-11-19 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-11-26 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-12-03 10:00 - 10:30
Drop in for 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!

Elementary Explorers: Lego Club
2025-11-12 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-11-19 15:30 - 16:30
Students in grades K-5 are welcome to join us after school for an hour of free-building with the library’s massive collection of legos!

Little Groovers: Music and Movement
2025-11-13 10:00 - 10:30
This 30-minute program is perfect for children age 2-5 (and their caregivers) with a serious case of the wiggles!
We’ll explore rhythm, sound, and movement with a fun selection of songs and dances.

Intro to Canva: Create a Holiday Card
2025-11-13 18:30 - 19:30
Learn the basics of Canva, a free and easy-to-use online design tool! In this beginner friendly class, we’ll walk through the steps to design your own holiday greeting card using Canva’s templates, images and text tools. Laptops will be provided, or you’re welcome to bring your own device.
No experience needed.
Adults. Registration required.

Graphic Novel Book Club
2025-11-14 16:00 - 17:00
Graphic novel enthusiasts in grades 3-7 are welcome to join us at the Library for a lively discussion of a specific graphic novel at each session.
In September, we’ll discuss Very Bad at Math by Hope Larson and November we’ll discuss First Test by Tamora Pierce.

Adult Crafternoon
2025-11-18 13:00 - 14:30
Join us for an afternoon of crafting! All supplies will be provided for this beginner level projects.
Please register.
November:
Paint Like Me or Paint by Number (?)

Stargazing in Illinois
2025-11-20 18:30 - 19:30
Central Illinois is an excellent place to stargaze, but it can be hard to know where to begin. We’ll talk about sky objects which can be seen from Central Illinois throughout the year and some free-to-use stargazing resources. We’ll also discuss the upcoming Geminid meteor shower, which peaks in December and is visible from the nearby Middle Fork Dark Sky site.
Presented by the University of Illinois Astronomy Department
All ages. Ages 14 and under should attend with an adult. Please register.

Teen After-Hours Movie Night: Wicked Part 1
2025-11-21 17:30 - 20:30
Celebrate opening weekend of Wicked Part 2 with a refresher on Part 1! We’ll have pizza and snacks and watch the first movie on the big screen in the meeting room!
Registration is required.
Please note: This is an after-hours event reserved for students in grades 6-12.

Mahomet-Seymour Madrigals
2025-11-30 14:00 - 14:30
Join us for a special performance by the Mahomet-Seymour High School Madrigals. Dressed in Renaissance costumes, the ensemble will perform enchanting a cappella holiday selections.
Seating is first come first served.

Mobile DMV Pop-Up Event
2025-12-01 10:00 - 14:00
Secretary of State Mobile DMV to Appear at the Mahomet Public Library
To register or ask questions, please contact the Mahomet Public Library at (217)586-2611 or staff@mahometpubliclibrary.org.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 19.

The Illinois Secretary of State’s Mobile Driver Services unit will be at the Mahomet Public Library on December 1, 2025. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1702 E Oak Street Mahomet, IL.
Representatives of the Secretary of State’s office will be on hand to assist with renewing or correcting driver’s licenses, converting existing standard driver’s licenses into REAL ID driver’s licenses, obtaining renewed or first time Standard or REAL state IDs, issuing free state IDs for seniors aged 65 or older, and purchasing license plate stickers.
Attendees can also register to be an organ donor/tissue donor and register to vote while applying for a driver’s license or identification card.
A list of acceptable documents for the issuance of first time ID’s and REAL ID’s can be found at the links below:
REAL ID’s
First Time ID’s
