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WINTER BREAK ACTIVITIES
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Infants, Toddlers & Pre-Schoolers  

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Born to Read Storytime

Age: Birth - 24 Months with Adult Caregiver
Tuesdays from 10-11 AM  
(No storytime on Tuesday, 12/27 & 1/3.) 
No registration required.

Join us for this first playgroup experience with songs, stories, & baby games.    Daycare groups are not permitted at this one-on-one event.

Family Storytime

Age: Families with Kids Age 3-5 with Adult Caregiver
Thursday, December 1st from 6-6:45 PM  
OR  Saturday, December 3rd from 10-10:45 AM
No registration required. 

Bring your Preschooler to the library to enjoy music, books, parachute time, bubbles, scarves, shakers, and more age appropriate fun.  

Preschool Storytime

Age: Families with Kids Age 3-5 with Adult Caregiver
Thursdays from 10-11 AM (12/1, 12/8, 12/15 - No storytime on 12/22, 12/29, or 1/5.)
No registration required. 

Bring your Preschooler to the library to enjoy music, books, parachute time, bubbles, scarves, shakers, decorations, and refrershments at our Preschool Parties.  Daycare groups are not permitted at this one-on-one event.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Reading Club

Age: Any Child Too Young for Kindergarten
Ongoing Event
Register in Youth Services.

This ongoing reading club encourages all families and caregivers to read at least 1000 books to or with a young child before they begin Kindergarten.  Reading builds vocabulary, language skills, and helps prepare little ones for school.   Participants will receive a reading log to record books read.  Small prizes are given for every 100 books read.  There is no time limit on participation other than that it must be before a child is in Kindergarten.  Register any time by picking up your reading log in Youth Services.   

 Elementary Students

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Just For Fun: Helping Hands!

Age: Grades K - 5th
Saturday, 12/10 from 11-12 AM 
Register here for Just for Fun. 

Elementary Students can join Ms. Etta for a smorgasboard of different fun events each month. 

Puppet Pals: Gingerbread Men

Age: Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Thursday, 12/17 from 11 AM - 12 PM 
Register here for Puppet Pals.

Join Ms. Susan as she teaches students how to build gingerbread people puppets.

STEAM Jr.

Age: Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Thursday, 12/8 from 6:30-7:30 PM 
Register here for STEAM Jr.

Science, Technology, Engineering, ART, and Math skills are taught in this class that develops 21st Century skills like creativity and critical thinking.  

SuperDudes Book Club for Guys

Age: 4th-6th Grade Guys
Saturday 12/17: from 1-2 PM
This Month: The Amulet by Kazu Kibuishi and Dr. Strange.
Register here for SuperDudes.

Guys wanted for this new book discussion group!  If you are a lover of comic books & graphic novels, a fan of superhero movies & TV shows, or a reader of fantasy & sci-fi, come hang out and discuss a fantastic book and superhero each month with other super dudes.   Books are available in the Kids' Area and should be read before the meeting.

Girl Power Book Discussion

Age: Girls in Grades 4th - 6th
Monday, 12/19 from 7-8 PM  
This Month: The Witch of Blackbird Pond by Elizabeth George Speare.
Register here for Girl Power.

Join us to discuss great books and enjoy the company of other girls.  Books are available in the Youth Services Department and should be read before the meeting.  Let your light shine bright!  

Middle and High School Students

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TEAM Library

Age: 6th - 12th Grades
November Meeting: 12/3 from 2-4 PM  
Register here for TEAM Library. 

TEAM library provides middle & high school students with service and leadership opportunities throughout the school year.  To apply, please pick up the application in the Youth Services Department.  Applications are welcomed throughout the school year.

FANatics

Age: Grades 6th - 12th
Saturday, 12/10 from 1-2 PM
Register here for Fanatics.

Are you a fan of Anime, Manga, or Comics (in books or on the big screen)?  Do you love all things geeky? Come represent your fandom through activities and discussions. 

Anime Club

Age: 6th - 12th Grades
Monday, 12/5 from 5-6:30 PM  
Register here for Anime Club. 

It's all about anime in this new club!  Watch videos, talk about trends in anime, & explroe the rich history of the media.  Snacks provided!

Escape!

Age: 6th - 12th Grades
Monday, 12/12 from 6:30-8 PM  
Register here for Escape.

Consider yourself trapped.  Once you enter the Escape room, you will have to solve puzzles, games, & work together to find a way out.  Enter at your own risk!

All Ages and Family Events

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Winter Reading Club

Are you a Homeschooler or a Tutor?

Winter Chess Tournament and
Family Chess (and Trading Card
Games) Night

Drop-In Crafts

Age: Families with kids age 3 and up.  Kids under age 10 must attend this program with an adult.
Tuesday, 12/27 from 10 AM - 6 PM 
No Registration Required.

Join us for fun quick crafts during winter break.

Jr. Puppeteers

Age: 4th-6th Grades
Tuesday, 12/27 (Pool Noodle Puppet)
and/or 1/3 (Chineese Dragon Cup Puppet) 
from 6:30-7:30 PM 
Register here for Pool Noodle Puppets on Tuesday, 12/27.
Register here for Chinese Cup Dragon on Tuesday, 1/3. 

Learn to make two different types of puppets from professional puppeteer Dave Herzog.  Please register for each class you want to attend.

Family Movie Time

Age: All Ages of Families.  Kids under age 10 must attend this program with an adult.
Wednesday, 12/28 (Finding Dory) and/or 1/4 (The Secret Life of Pets) beginning at 1 PM until the movie finishes. 
Register here for Finding Dory on Wednesday, 12/28.
Register here for The Secret Life of Pets on Wednesday, 1/4. 

Enjoy some free movie fun this winter break!

Bingo

Age: All Ages of Families.  Kids under age 10 must attend this program with an adult.
Thursday, 12/29 from 1-3 PM 
No registration required.

Come to play a fun game and win small prizes!

3D Printer Overview

Age: Gr. 6 - Adults.  
Thursday 12/29 from 6:30-7:30 PM 
Register here for the 3D Printer Overview.

Learn the basics of how a 3D printer works and how to used computer assisted design (CAD) software to create items for 3D printing.

Big Kids' Movie: Ghostbusters [2016 version]

Age: Recommended for kids age 10 and up.  Kids under age 10 must attend this program with an adult.
Friday, 12/30 beginning at 1 PM. 
Register here for Ghostbusters. 

Enjoy free movie fun with this modern twist on the classic movie.

Stuffed Animal Sewing Class

Age: 6th - 12th Grades.  Recommended for students with some machine sewing experience.
Tuesday, 1/3 from 10 AM - 1 PM.
Wednesday, 1/4 from 10 AM - 12 PM. 
Thursday, 1/5 from 10 AM - 1 PM. (Students who are in school this day & do not finish their project by Wednesday can make special arrangements with Ms. Julia to complete their animal.)
Register here for stuffed animal sewing class. 

The library will supply the fabric, stuffing, and sewing machines.  Participants should bring a pair of scissors, straight pins, and a seam ripper with them.  Participants must attend on Tuesday to continue coming the rest of the week.

Disassemble Day

Age: 1st Grade - Adults.  Kids under age 10 must attend this program with an adult.
Thursday 1/5 from 2-4 PM 
Register here tfor Disassemble Day. 

Take apart old electronics to see what makes them tick.  Tools will be provided but feel free to bring your own safety goggles, pliers, and screwdrivers if you want to.

Matteson Area Public Library District

(708) 748-4431
www.mattesonpubliclibrary.org
801 S. School Street
Matteson, IL 60417
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