Matteson Area Public Library District

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The Puzzle Swap is back! Come out tomorrow, November 1st, to pick out a new puzzle.

Don’t forget to stop by the library for trick or treating at 4!

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Come out to the library tomorrow starting at 4 o’clock for trick or treating!

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On October 30th, the country celebrates its favorite vegetable with National Candy Corn Day. Are you a fan of candy corn?

Come out Saturday to see a variety of cool reptiles from super scaly snakes to lazy lounging lizards!

Trick or Treat at the library next Friday from 4-7pm!

Join us this upcoming Monday for the Monthly Monday Morning Book Club at 10:15am!

For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, check out Everybody's Got Somebody by Robin Roberts and Veronica Chambers on Hoopla and Decoding Annie Parker on Kanopy

Join us this Thursday at 6:00 pm for Movie Night at the library. The movie is Top Gun: Maverick.

Text reads: "Africana Book Club, Beloved, By: Toni Morrison. Meeting: Wednesday, October 22 6 - 7:30 pm"

Whether you’ve read the whole book or just cracked the cover, we’d love for you to join the conversation for Beloved by Toni Morrison on Tuesday, October 22nd at 6:00 PM.

Halloween is almost here! Come dress up in your favorite costume and trick or treat at the library from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

Did you know that 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime? Early detection and awareness can save lives. This month, take time to educate yourself and loved ones about self-exams, screenings, and the warning signs. Knowledge is power! Stay informed and proactive!

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October 16th is National Dictionary Day, a day to honor Noah Webster, the creator of the first American dictionary, and celebrate language and learning. The day encourages people to enhance their vocabulary, learn new words, and appreciate the role of dictionaries in shaping language

The Puzzle Swap is back! It’s time to restock the puzzle shelf just in time for those long winter nights. Donate a puzzle for the
swap between October 20th and October 30th. Then come back on Saturday, November 1st, to pick out a new puzzle

Join Miguel on an unforgettable journey to the Land of the Dead in Coco, where music, family, and adventure create a heartwarming tale about following your dreams and honoring your ancestors on October 16th at 6pm.

Teens, can you and your friends find the hidden treasure and escape the Manor in time? Solve clues, uncover the secret
message, and unlock the escape code before time runs out on October 18th from 5:30-7:30pm. Dinner provided!

Should children’s books be banned for their themes, or is it more important to give kids access to diverse stories? Share your thoughts!

Stay informed and proactive with Know Your Lemons, a helpful app focused on early detection of breast cancer. It provides:
Step-by-step tutorials for self breast exams
Reminders to keep up with your exams
Tips to recognize warning signs early
Download the app and take charge of your health today!

Here are more examples of children’s books that are banned, Pinkalicious, Pinkalicious is banned in some districts for supposed content related to “gender fluidity.” Freckleface Strawberry – removed during a crackdown on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion materials

This month, we’re diving into Toni Morrison’s Beloved, the haunting story of Sethe, a woman haunted by the legacy of slavery and the ghost of her past. Whether you’ve read the whole book or just cracked the cover, we’d love for you to join the conversation on Tuesday, October 22nd at 6:00 PM.

Did you know that even beloved children’s books continue to face bans and challenges? Here an example: And Tango Makes Three – challenged for depicting a same-sex relationship between two penguin parents.

A Murder Mystery Awaits…Can you unravel the clues and discover whodunit? Team up with your sharpest detective friends to gather evidence, solve the mystery, and enjoy a night of pizza, puzzles, and suspense on October 25th at 6 PM. Registration is required. Will you crack the case?

George Takei is the Chairman for this year’s Banned Book week. He is the Best selling Author of ‘They called us Enemies: My Lost Freedom: A Japanese WWII Story

Join us this Thursday at 4 pm for this week’s Tween Takeover, Haunted Pop Up! When the school day ends, our tweens and teens take the lead! Come for these hands-on activities and creative challenges, where you get to showcase your awesome creativity.

Book cover of 'Mexicans in the Making of America' by Neil Foley. Text that reads: "Adult Non Fiction. An examination of the impact of Mexican Americans and Mexican immigrants on U.S. culture, politics, and economy since the 1848 U.S. Mexican War. It is the history of the fear of immigrants, particularly fear of Mexicans over the past fifty years, that has brought us to the present moment - a time in which white majorities in many states are declining and in which the United States is trying to cope, in various ways, with the very thing it denies: that is not, and has never been, a purely Anglo-American nation."

We’re shining a spotlight on Mexicans in the Making of America by Neil Foley. This insightful book examines the positive impact immigration has had on American culture, politics, and the economy since 1848. Stop by the library to check out your copy today!

Banned Books Week 2025 will take place October 5-11, 2025. #BannedBooksWeek is an annual event that spotlights the freedom to read and draws attention to the harms of censorship

Join the L.I.T (Love in Text) Girl’s Book Club for ages 10 - 12! Pick up the book “ Zoe in Wonderland” at the library and meet us each Monday until Nov. 10th. to discuss this fun, inspiring read about dreams and self-love

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! If you or a loved one has questions or wants to learn more, we have resources you can check out this month and beyond: The New Generation Breast Cancer Book, Breasts: The Owner’s Manual, and Bald is Better with Earrings

Text reads: "Join Interact Club! Ages 13-18. Have fun and make new friends! Make a difference and become a leader in your community. Saturday October 4 11am-12:30pm. Matteson Public Library 801 School Ave. Matteson, IL 60443

Got a teen who wants to lead, serve, and make a difference? 👀
Tell them to be at the library this Saturday (Oct 4, 11AM) for the Interact Club info session! Ages 13–18.

They’ll learn how to get involved, build leadership skills, and give back. 👏
Yes, there will be snacks. 😎

FCC moves to end discounts for Wi-Fi hotspot lending and school bus connectivity The Federal Communications Commission voted to end discounts for library and school Wi-Fi hotspot lending programs on Tuesday, drawing criticism from lawmakers and librarians who say the move will mak...

Yesterday's vote by the FCC to end #ERate discounts for Wi-Fi hotspot lending programs in libraries will have negative impacts in communities across the country, particularly in rural areas.

Read more, featuring ALA President Sam Helmick: apnews.com/article/fcc-...