Mahomet Public Library

Sound Bath Meditation
2026-01-31 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us for a relaxing and immersive sound bath meditation at the Library. This experience uses singing bowls, chimes and other instruments to help quiet the mind, release stress and promote relaxation. No yoga or meditation experience is needed.
Presented by Yoga with Marissa.
High School & Adults. Registration required.

Baby Storytime
2026-02-03 09:30 - 09:50, 2026-02-10 09:30 - 09:50, 2026-02-17 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
2026-02-03 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-02-10 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-02-17 10:00 - 10:30
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!

Growing Readers: Parent-Child Book Club
2026-02-03 18:00 - 19:00
Help the Library grow a community of readers with this parent-child book club for kids in grades 3-6 and their adult caregiver(s). Pizza and refreshments will be provided. Registration is required. Please register adults and children separately.
February: The Wild Robot by Peter Brown
April: The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate.
Grades 3-6 & adult caregiver. Individual registration required for each parent or child attendee.

Preschool Storytime
2026-02-04 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-02-11 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-02-18 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
2026-02-04 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-02-11 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-02-18 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.
January: STEM Club

January 14 & 28: regular time (3:30-4:30 pm)
January 21: early dismissal (1:30-2:30 pm)

February: Art Club

February 4, 11, 25: regular time (3:30-4:30 pm)
February 18: early dismissal (1:30-2:30 pm)

March: LEGO Club

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

April: Drama Club

April 1, 8, 22, 29: regular time (3:30-4:30 pm)
April 15: early dismissal (1:30-2:30 pm)

Grades K-5. No registration required.

Paint Your Partner
2026-02-04 18:30 - 20:00
Grab your sweetheart, or your friend, and join us for a lighthearted evening of creativity and laughter! We’ll take on the viral Paint Your Partner challenge where you’ll paint a portrait of each other (no experience required). We’ll provide the supplies, snacks and mocktails. Just bring your sense of humor!
Adults. Registration required.

Cookbook Club
2026-02-05 18:30 - 19:30
Explore new recipes, share cooking tips, and enjoy delicious food together! This book club is perfect for adults who enjoy cooking and sharing food together. All experience levels are welcome. Choose a recipe from the selected cookbook to make and share with the group.
February: There’s Always Room at the Table by Kaleb Wyse
April: What Goes with What by Julia Turshen
Adults. Registration required.

Preschool Playdate
2026-02-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-20 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.

Libraries Are Magic! Take Your Child to the Library Day
2026-02-07 10:00 - 12:00
Help us celebrate “Take Your Child to the Library Day” and join us for some magical crafts and activities!
Children and caregivers of all ages welcome. No registration required.

Teen D&D Club
2026-02-08 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.
Grades 6-12. Registration required.
Dates and Times:
January 18, 1:30-4:30 pm
February 8, 1:30-4:30 pm
March 1, 1:30-4:30 pm
March 22, 1:30-4:30 pm

Tuesday Night Book Club
2026-02-10 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.
January: The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams
February: James by Percival Everett
March: The Hidden Life of Cecily Larson by Ellen Baker
April: Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller
May: Sandwich by Catherine Newman
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!

Little Groovers: Music and Movement
2026-02-12 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.

Valentine Bingo
2026-02-12 13:00 - 14:30
Celebrate Valentine’s season with fun afternoon of Bingo at the Library! Enjoy friendly competition, light refreshments, and the chance to win fantastic prizes generously donated by local businesses. Bring your friends, your sweetheart, or come solo. Please register; space is limited.
Adults. Registration required.

Thank you to the following businesses (in alphabetical order) for donating prizes:
Briks Pizza
Bulldog Automotive
Ice Daddy’s
Mahomet Chocolate Company
Patty Daddy’s
Rad Lad Games
Yellow & Co.

Keys to Homeownership: Learn How to Buy a House
2026-02-12 18:30 - 19:30
Buying a home can feel hard, but it doesn’t have to be! Join local real estate agent Kurtis Decker with eXp Realty and special guests to learn how the process works. Each class will cover a different step, from getting a loan to closing day. Ask questions, meet local experts, and feel ready to buy your first (or next) home.
Session 1 (February 12): Get Financially Ready to Buy or Sell with Confidence

What’s Covered: Explore financing, FHA, USDA, or conventional loans and down payments with guest lender Shay Moore from 217 Mortgage and Shaughnessy and Michelle Rice with Preferred Rate. Master pre-approval and buyer financing options. We will also discuss grant options for first time home buyers, as well as down payment assistance plans.
Guests: Shay Moore with 217 Mortgage and Shaughnessy and Michelle Rice with Preferred Rate sharing their loan expertise
Practical Takeaways: Feel confident getting pre-approved, choosing the best loan, and understanding your financial goals will set you up for home buying or selling success.

Session 2 (February 26): Ace Your Home Inspection Contingencies with Ease

What’s Covered: Understand inspection contingencies in the Residential Sales Contract. We will meet the team from Pristine Home Inspections; John Cheney and Mark Adair and learn how inspections play into negotiating the price before closing and meet with Michael Kizior with Achosa Home Warranty, Dave Parson’s from Parson’s electric and Theo Tabatt from Tabatt Construction
Guests: Mark Adair & John Cheney home inspectors, Michael Kizior, home warranty, Dave Parson, electrician, and Theo Tabatt with Tabatt Construction
Practical Takeaways: Negotiate repairs with ease, meet contingency deadlines and ensure loan-compliant homes. Explore the differences and similarities between homeowners insurance and a home warranty and what an electrician looks for on inspections.

Session 3 (March 12): Financial Readiness – Are You Ready to Buy a Home?

What’s Covered: Explore financial readiness with guest lender Jim McMurry from First Federal Saving Bank of Champaign-Urbana and Jenna Leman with BluPrint Home Loans. Both of them will share how to know if you are financially ready to get pre-approved. We will also discuss programs for first-time homebuyers that First Federal offers and specific programs that BluPrint Home Loans offers to their clients.
Guests: Jim McMurray and Jenna Leman sharing loan expertise
Practical Takeaways: Feel confident getting pre-approved, choosing the best loan, and understanding your financial goals will set you up for home buying or selling success.

Session 4 (March 26): Confidently Close & Sign Contracts with Assurance

What’s Covered: Learn how to finalize offer details in the Residential Sales Contract, Wiring Fraud Advisory, and title details with guests Hannah Shepard and Dawn Reynolds from Allied Capital Title, as well as real estate attorney, Kevin Luebchow with Kevin Luebchow Law.
Guests: Hannah and Dawn, Allied Capital Title and Kevin Luebchow, attorney
Practical Takeaways: Close with confidence, protect your funds, and navigate final steps smoothly and sign contracts with assurance, disclose issues correctly, and ask your attorney smart questions.

Adults. Register (recommended) for each session individually by clicking on the date above.

Teen After Hours Yappin' Hours: PowerPoint Party
2026-02-13 17:30 - 20:00
Calling all students in grades 6-12 who love to yap about anything and everything! The Library is hosting an after-hours powerpoint party for teens! You’ll have 30 minutes and free use of the library’s iPads to craft a brilliant slideshow presentation on the topic of your choice. Then, each participant will get 5 minutes to present their slideshow to a captive audience. Pizza and refreshments will be provided!
Grades 6-12. Registration required.

Murder Mystery Fundraiser Dinner: "A Poisonous Promenade"
2026-02-14 18:00 - 20:00
Rent a tux, break out the Aqua Net and a strapless gown, and return to high school. This year’s murder mystery is set at Prom! Interact with the jock, the nerd, the stoner, the popular girl and more as you navigate a mystery pulled from all your favorite teen movies. Join us for “A Poisonous Promenade.”
Adults. Ticket ($55) required.
Tickets are now on sale! Click on the “Register Now” link below to purchase a ticket.

Please Note: Dressing according to theme is common, but optional!

School's Out! Monday Movie Matinee
2026-02-16 14:00 - 16:00
Join us for a special movie on the big screen at the Library! Snacks will be provided.
January 19: Dog Man
February 16: The Wild Robot
April 6: The One and Only Ivan
Recommended for ages 5 and up. No registration required.

Adult Crafternoon: Paper Cone Wreath
2026-02-17 13:00 - 14:30
Join us for creativity, conversation, and fun! Learn a new skill and make a craft with supplies provided by the Library.
Dates and Crafts:
January 20: Woven Mug Rug
February 17: Paper Cone Wreath
March 24: Pressed Flower Luminary
April 21: Beaded Succulents
May19: Perler Bead Magnets

Adults. Registration required.

Cartoon Club
2026-02-19 15:30 - 17:00
Are you a cartoon fanatic? Join our Cartoon Club, a club for discussing cartoons instead of books!
We’ll watch two episodes of a cartoon, and then discuss it in the same way a book club would.
February: Amphibia
April: Avatar: the Last Airbender

Grades 3-8. No registration required.
