End of Session!

Regular weekly programming ended this week - but we'll be back with more stories, songs and crafts starting January 11th!

In the mean time, have a safe and happy holiday!

Holiday Closings

The New Lenox Library will be closed Dec. 24-27 for Christmas, and Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 for New Year's.

When the library opens back up after the holidays, look for information about our Winter Reading Program and new winter programming session.

Stories with Mrs. Claus

'Twas two weeks before Christmas, to the library came

Two special visitors, Claus was the name.

Mrs. Claus read us stories, oh what a treat!

The children made ornaments that were so very sweet.

All good boys and girls, or so they all said,

Got to munch on some cookies, some green and some red.

Santa had toys, a whole bag to give out.

The children were happy and gave quite a shout!

Each good little child told Santa their wish
For the gifts they hoped to unwrap on Christmas.

Then after the hugs, and waving goodbye,

The Clauses were off, in the blink of an eye.

Santa gave a big laugh, his whole belly shook,

"Merry Christmas," he said, "and to all a good book!"

NLPL Is Tree-riffic!

On December 6, the library took part in New Lenox's annual tree-lighting festival on the commons.

(Our decorating team, Ms. Jen (with her son, Noah) and Ms. Erin from the YS department, and Alex, our tech wizard, with his wife, Kristen)

Lots of groups in town "adopted" trees to decorate for the holidays. The rules were simple: decorations had to be environmentally friendly and look cool!

(Our finished tree)

The YS staff made some great ornaments that will serve both as festive decor and treats for the birds and squirrels who make their homes on the commons.

We used bagels, rice cakes and bread cookies, iced in peanut butter or marshmallow fluff as the bases for some of our ornaments. Then they got a sprinkling of sugars, fruit snacks, seeds and more to make them colorful and delicious! We also made pipe-cleaner shapes strung with Froot Loops, Milk-Bone ornaments and more. Come and check out our tree, as well as all the other festive firs, on the commons.

(All lit up at night)

Holiday Programming @ NLPL

Though the weather outside is far from frightful, the holiday programming at New Lenox Library is still delightful!

Now that we are in to December, the library has some great upcoming events!

Special programs include:

Stories with Mrs. Claus
Saturday, Dec. 12
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
All ages
Registration required
Bring your family and join Mrs. Claus for some tales, treats and a fun surprise brought from the North Pole especially for you!


Polar Express Pajama Party
Tuesday, Dec. 22
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
All ages
Must register in person starting Dec. 8
Grab your blanket & pillow and come see The Polar Express in your PJs. Other magical surprises await you, so don't miss the fun!

Regular programming with a holiday twist:

Art Club
Monday, Dec. 21
Grades 1-8
4:30 - 5:15 p.m.
Registration begins Dec. 7
Join us as we read some Christmas stories and make a Santa craft!


Itsy Bitsy Toddler
Tuesdays, Dec. 8 & 15
Ages 18-30 months
10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
No registration required, just sign up on Storytime Room door
Christmas comes early for Itsy Bitsy Toddler! The next two weeks will feature stories, music and fun with a holiday theme! Come learn some Christmas songs and festive fingerplays!

Simply Silly Storytime
Wednesdays, Dec. 9 & 16
All ages
10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
No registration required, just sign up on Meeting Room door
Toys, toys, fabulous toys! On Dec. 9, come and hear some great toy stories and on Dec. 16, stop by for some holiday tales, rhymes and songs and stay for play time!


WordPlay: Young Writers' Group (Holiday Edition)
Wednesday, Dec. 16
4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Grades 3 & up
Registration required
Want to try your hand at coming up with your own Christmas song? Can't wait to write about the best gift ever? We'll be scribing some holiday tales, playing some festive word games and even getting a special treat.


Tales & Tunes
Thursday, Dec. 17
10:30 - 11:00 a.m. and 11:15 - 11:45 a.m.
Ages 2 to 3 1/2
No registration required, just sign up on Storytime Room door
Join us for some Santa-riffic stories, songs and fingerplays - and cute Christmas craft, too!