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Midlothian Public Library
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14701 S. Kenton Ave. Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 535-2027
www.midlothianlibrary.org
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Visit the library this Saturday, December 6 from 9 AM - 3 PM for the Friends of the Library Holiday Bazaar. You will find handmade items and gently used holiday decorations. The sale will continue until Thursday, December 11.

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Friends Holiday Bazaar, Saturday, December 6 from 9 AM - 3 PM
December 3, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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Do you have questions about Medicare Open Enrollment (October 15 – December 7)? Join us on Thursday, November 13 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM to learn about Medicare and its parts, which parts are most important, how to sign up, and avoiding penalties.

Please register.
www.midlothianlibrary.org/events
Medicare 101
November 5, 2025 at 11:24 PM
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Join us after hours on Friday, Nov. 7 from 6-9 PM for a Murder Mystery! Ages 21+.

No acting talent req'd, but interactive participation according to instructions on your cue card is what creates the fun! The library will check ID for entry.

Please register by Friday, Oct. 24.
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Night of Mystery: A Villain's Vendetta, Ages 21+. Please register by Friday, October 24.
October 21, 2025 at 11:22 PM
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Family stories lead to a fuller understanding. Come to the library on Thursday, October 23 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM and learn how to uncover these stories with Jeanne and Kea Roppolo, certified genealogists.

Please register.
www.midlothianlibrary.org/events

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Family Stories: Past, Present & Future
October 15, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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The library will have a late opening this Friday, September 26 due to staff in-service. We will be CLOSED this day from 9 AM - 1 PM. We will be OPEN from 1 - 5 PM on Friday, September 26.
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Library Closure
September 24, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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The Friends of the Library book sale will take place at the library on Saturday, September 13 from 9 AM - 3 PM. The sale will feature titles for all ages and will continue through Thursday, Sept. 25. Donations of vinyl records will be accepted for the sale through Friday, Sept. 12.

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Friends of the Library Books Sale Saturday, September 13, 9 AM - 3 PM
September 5, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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Let’s Pack the Pantry! Donate food, personal hygiene items, baby products, and pet care items to the Micro Pantry in the library café area. The Micro Pantry motto is, “Take what you need, leave what you can.” We cannot accept clothing or items dangerous to children (e.g., razors, aspirin, etc.)
Help Up Pack the Pantry!
August 20, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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Bring your family to the library this coming Monday, August 18, from 5:30 - 6:30 PM and work on a crafty art project that the whole family can enjoy doing together!

Best for ages 3+.

Registration is suggested.
midlothian.librarycalendar.com/event/family...

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Family Craftspace
August 15, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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Teens, come to the library this Wednesday, August 13 from 5:30 - 7 PM for a fun evening of clay art! Use clay to create magnets, jewelry, earrings, and other small trinkets.

Registration is suggested.
midlothian.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-c...

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Teen Clay Designs For teens only
August 11, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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Our next Adult Book Discussion will take place on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 10 - 11 AM & will feature “All the Birds in the Sky” by @charliejane.bsky.social.

The book is available the month prior to the meeting & is also available electronically through Libby & Hoopla.

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"All the Birds in the Sky" by Charlie Jane Anders
August 11, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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Teens, come to the library next Tuesday, August 5, from 5:30 - 7 PM and learn how to make pizza in a mug using only a microwave!

Registration is required.
midlothian.librarycalendar.com/event/mug-6895
...in a Mug for Teens
July 30, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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You can now read the Chicago Tribune online without paywalls using your library card—either in website format or as a digital replica of the actual paper.

Visit one of the links below for the option you wish to read:
midlothianlibrary.org/TribWeb or midlothianlibrary.org/TribReplica
Now Available! Chicago Tribune Online
July 25, 2025 at 9:56 PM
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Only two spots remain for the bilingual Watercolor Painting program next Tuesday, June 17 from 11 AM - 12:30 PM! Learn how to use watercolor paints and stencils to create paintings.

Please register.
midlothian.librarycalendar.com/event/waterc...

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Watercolor Painting, Bilingual Spanish
June 13, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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Come to the library on Thursday, June 19, from 1 - 3 PM to watch "Miss Juneteenth" (NR). The movie is about a former beauty queen & single mom preparing her rebellious teenage daughter for the “Miss Juneteenth” pageant.

Please register.
midlothian.librarycalendar.com/event/junete...

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Juneteenth Movie featuring "Miss Juneteenth" (NR)
June 11, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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Teens, get ready for a glowing good time! This Wednesday, June 11, from 5:30 - 7:30 PM, we’ll turn on the blacklight bulbs and break out the fluorescent paint, glowing tattoos, and plenty of fun!

Registration suggested.
midlothian.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-b...

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Teen Blacklight Night
June 9, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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The Summer Library Challenge has officially begun and will run through Friday, August 1. It's open to children, teens, and adults! Prizes are available!

Please see our Events Calendar for full details.
midlothian.librarycalendar.com/event/summer...

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Summer Library Challenge - Adventure Begins at Your Library Saturday, June 7 - Friday, August 1
June 9, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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Our next Teen Tech Time will take place on Wednesday, May 7 form 5 - 7 PM. This month we'll be making Glitter Jars!

Please register.
midlothian.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-t...
Teen Tech Time. For Teens only.
April 30, 2025 at 9:53 PM
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There are only a few spots left to learn how to paint a desert landscape painting from an instructing artist! Join us next Tuesday, March 18 from 10 - 11:30 AM for this bilingual (Spanish/English) program.

Please register.
www.midlothianlibrary.org/events

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March 13, 2025 at 1:26 AM
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Our next Adult Book Discussion Group will meet on Saturday, April 12 from 10 - 11 AM and will feature "Thursday Murder Club" by @richardosman1.bsky.social (Richard Osman).

Please see our Events Calendar for details.
www.midlothianlibrary.org/events

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Richard Osman "The Thursday Murder Club"
March 10, 2025 at 11:49 PM
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Do you need a REAL ID? Not everyone will need one. Visit the following website to learn all about REAL ID. realid.ilsos.gov

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Don't rush the date. REAL ID can wait.
March 7, 2025 at 6:15 PM