Fall Book Sale
2026-10-17 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-18 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
Thursday, October 15 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm (preview night for Friends members only; you can join at the door)
Friday, October 16 | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday, October 17 | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday, October 18 | 1:00 – 4:00 pm

First Chapter Fight Club: Grades K-3
2026-10-19 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
2026-10-19 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.

Baby Storytime
2026-10-20 09:30 - 09:50, 2026-10-27 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
2026-10-20 10:15 - 10:45, 2026-10-27 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.

Adult Crafternoon: Silhouettes
2026-10-20 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.

Preschool Storytime
2026-10-21 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-10-28 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-11-04 10:00 - 10:30
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
2026-10-21 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-10-28 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-11-04 15:30 - 16:30
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.

Wonder Club: Stars (Early Afternoon Session)
2026-10-22 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: Stars (After School Session)
2026-10-22 16:00 - 17:00

Preschool Playdate
2026-10-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-30 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.

Teen After Hours Craft Night: Creepy Clay Creatures
2026-10-23 17:30 - 19:00
October means it’s time for some spooky crafts! Join us at the Library for a night of creating creepy clay creatures. We will provide all the materials, as well as pizza and refreshments to enjoy!
Grades 6-12. Registration required (link coming soon).

Mobile DMV Pop-Up Event
2026-10-24 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 Saturday, October 10.

The Illinois Secretary of State’s Mobile Driver Services unit will be at the Mahomet Public Library on Saturday, October 24. 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

Teen D&D Club
2026-10-25 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

Adult Craft Night: Silhouettes
2026-10-27 18:30 - 20:00
Can’t make our daytime Crafternoon? Join us for Craft Night! We’ll be making the same project offered at Crafternoon, just at an evening time. 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 29: 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 27: 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 24: Dried Orange and Cinnamon Garland
Craft a fragrant seasonal garland using dried orange slices, cinnamon sticks and other natural materials for a cozy decoration.
Adults. Registration required.

Halloween Bingo
2026-10-28 18:30 - 19:30
Get into the Halloween spirit with an evening of bingo! Feel free to wear a costume if you’d like, but there’s no costume contest, just plenty of chances to win prizes, enjoy some laughs, and celebrate the season.
Adults. Registration required.

Little Groovers: Music and Movement
2026-10-29 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-11-05 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 Game Corner
2026-10-29 16:00 - 17:30
Tired of trying to get together with friends to play games but having no space to do so? Look no further than the library! We have snacks, board games, and a Switch, now all we need is YOU!
Dates:
September 24
October 29
November 12
Grades 6-12. No registration required.

Hate: Its Evolution and How to Fight It
2026-10-29 18:30 - 20:00
Join Dr. William Gingold, a child survivor of the Holocaust and retired clinician and educator, as he explores the origins and impact of hate and how education can help prevent it. Drawing on both personal and professional experience, Dr. Gingold offers a powerful perspective on fostering understanding, empathy, and respect.
Adults. Registration Required.

Book or Treat
2026-10-31 10:00 - 12:00
Book or Treat is back! Put on your favorite costume and join us at the library for a spooktacular Halloween celebration. Kids can enjoy Halloween-themed crafts, games, and other festive activities, then pick up a free book and a special goodie bag while supplies last.
All ages. No registration required.

Teen Craft Cafe
2026-11-05 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.
