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Youth Services Winter Reading Challenge 2025 - 2026

12/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 01/10/2026 @ 5:00pm
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens

Stop by the Youth Services Department to sign up for the Winter Reading Challenge. Complete the challenges on the bookmark and receive a craft and a book.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department to sign up for the Winter Reading Challenge. Complete the challenges on the bookmark and receive a craft and a book.

Holiday Toy Shop

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens

Don't miss out on this festive opportunity to recycle and refresh, and share the joy of play! At the Free Holiday Toy Shop parents and caregivers can select free, gently used toys for their children-no purchase necessary!

Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Don't miss out on this festive opportunity to recycle and refresh, and share the joy of play! At the Free Holiday Toy Shop parents and caregivers can select free, gently used toys for their children-no purchase necessary!

Visit with Santa

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Prairie Trails Public Library

Visit with Santa

Saturday, December 20th at 11:00 AM

Families

11:30 AM: Face Painting

12:45 PM: Magic Show

Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Event Details:

Visit with Santa

Saturday, December 20th at 11:00 AM

Families

11:30 AM: Face Painting

12:45 PM: Magic Show

Introduction to Google Drive

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Founders Meeting Room at Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

This class will cover the TOTALLY FREE resources you can access with Google. We will discuss what Google Drive is, how it works, and how to use Docs, Sheets, and Slides.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Room: Founders Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class will cover the TOTALLY FREE resources you can access with Google. We will discuss what Google Drive is, how it works, and how to use Docs, Sheets, and Slides.

Santa Claus Day

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Craft
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Elementary Age

Santa Claus Day

Monday, December 22nd at

5:00 PM

Grades: Preschool to 2nd

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Elementary Age
Program Type: Art, Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Santa Claus Day

Monday, December 22nd at

5:00 PM

Grades: Preschool to 2nd

Stickney Public Health District Nurses Offer FREE Blood Pressure Checks at the Prairie Trails Library

Thursday, December 25, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Switch Friday

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age, Teens

SWITCH Friday

Friday, December 26th at 2:00 PM

Grades: 3rd - 12th

Join us to play Mario Kart, Smash Bros, and other fun games on our Nintendo Switch!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

SWITCH Friday

Friday, December 26th at 2:00 PM

Grades: 3rd - 12th

Join us to play Mario Kart, Smash Bros, and other fun games on our Nintendo Switch!

TEEN VOLUNTEERS: STEAMfest

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Teens who have filled out a volunteer application and attended the volunteer meeting can sign up to volunteer. Teens can volunteer maximum 3 hours per day and 15 hours per month.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens who have filled out a volunteer application and attended the volunteer meeting can sign up to volunteer. Teens can volunteer maximum 3 hours per day and 15 hours per month.

Winter STEAMfest

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Craft, Family, S.T.E.A.M.
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Elementary Age

SteamFest

Saturday, December 27th at 11:00 AM

Families

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Elementary Age
Program Type: Art, Craft, Family, S.T.E.A.M.
Registration Required
Event Details:

SteamFest

Saturday, December 27th at 11:00 AM

Families

DIY Mini Trinket Shelf

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Craft
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age

DIY Mini Trinket Shelf

Monday, December 29th at

2:00 PM

Grades: 5th - 8th

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age
Program Type: Art, Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

DIY Mini Trinket Shelf

Monday, December 29th at

2:00 PM

Grades: 5th - 8th

TEEN VOLUNTEERS: New Year's Eve Eve

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Teens who have filled out a volunteer application and attended the volunteer meeting can sign up to volunteer. Teens can volunteer maximum 3 hours per day and 15 hours per month.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens who have filled out a volunteer application and attended the volunteer meeting can sign up to volunteer. Teens can volunteer maximum 3 hours per day and 15 hours per month.

New Year's Eve Eve Celebration

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Family, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens

New Year’s Eve Eve

Tuesday, December 30th at

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Families

Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens
Program Type: Family, Other
Event Details:

New Year’s Eve Eve

Tuesday, December 30th at

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Families

Adult Coloring Pages

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Art

Take home adult coloring packets are still available every month. Please visit the Adult Services department if you would like one

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take home adult coloring packets are still available every month. Please visit the Adult Services department if you would like one

Take and Make: Snowman Picture Frame

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Take & Make Crafts
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschool

You'll love this adorable snowman craft picture frame! It's a special keepsake to showcase your child's growth and create lasting memories.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Take & Make Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

You'll love this adorable snowman craft picture frame! It's a special keepsake to showcase your child's growth and create lasting memories.

Creative Writing Club

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Founders Meeting Room at Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Adults

Join the monthly Creative Writing Group! At each meeting, we'll generate new work using prompts and share our writing with the group. Writers of all levels are welcome to write, discuss, and critique work. 

 

Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Room: Founders Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop, Other
Event Details:

Join the monthly Creative Writing Group! At each meeting, we'll generate new work using prompts and share our writing with the group. Writers of all levels are welcome to write, discuss, and critique work. 

 

Drop-In Stitch Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Founders Meeting Room at Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adults

No Registration is required, but space is limited. 

Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Room: Founders Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

No Registration is required, but space is limited. 

Adult Coloring Night

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Founders Meeting Room at Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Adults

Coloring is a relaxing activity that adults can enjoy, too. Come join us for an evening of coloring and conversation. We provide the coloring pages, colored pencils, and peaceful environment. You sit back, relax, and color!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Room: Founders Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Coloring is a relaxing activity that adults can enjoy, too. Come join us for an evening of coloring and conversation. We provide the coloring pages, colored pencils, and peaceful environment. You sit back, relax, and color!

Wild Prairie Book Club

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Founders Meeting Room at Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Please join us for a monthly book discussion.  Copies of each month's book will be made available at the circulation after the previous month's meeting.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Room: Founders Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please join us for a monthly book discussion.  Copies of each month's book will be made available at the circulation after the previous month's meeting.

Stickney Public Health District Nurses Offer FREE Blood Pressure Checks at the Prairie Trails Library

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Adult Coloring Pages

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Art

Take home adult coloring packets are still available every month. Please visit the Adult Services department if you would like one

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take home adult coloring packets are still available every month. Please visit the Adult Services department if you would like one

Creative Writing Club

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Founders Meeting Room at Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Adults

Join the monthly Creative Writing Group! At each meeting, we'll generate new work using prompts and share our writing with the group. Writers of all levels are welcome to write, discuss, and critique work. 

 

Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Room: Founders Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop, Other
Event Details:

Join the monthly Creative Writing Group! At each meeting, we'll generate new work using prompts and share our writing with the group. Writers of all levels are welcome to write, discuss, and critique work. 

 

Adult Coloring Night

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Founders Meeting Room at Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Adults

Coloring is a relaxing activity that adults can enjoy, too. Come join us for an evening of coloring and conversation. We provide the coloring pages, colored pencils, and peaceful environment. You sit back, relax, and color!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Room: Founders Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Coloring is a relaxing activity that adults can enjoy, too. Come join us for an evening of coloring and conversation. We provide the coloring pages, colored pencils, and peaceful environment. You sit back, relax, and color!

Drop-In Stitch Club

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Founders Meeting Room at Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adults

No Registration is required, but space is limited. 

Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Room: Founders Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

No Registration is required, but space is limited. 

Wild Prairie Book Club

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Founders Meeting Room at Prairie Trails Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Please join us for a monthly book discussion.  Copies of each month's book will be made available at the circulation after the previous month's meeting.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prairie Trails Public Library
Room: Founders Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please join us for a monthly book discussion.  Copies of each month's book will be made available at the circulation after the previous month's meeting.