Crete Public Library District

CPLD is hiring!

We're looking for two friendly, dependable people to join our Patron Services team! If you enjoy helping others, making people feel welcome, and brightening someone's day, we'd love to meet you.

Interested? Visit cretelibrary.org/job-opportunities to learn more and apply, or share this post with someone who'd be a great fit!

Our annual Mitten Tree is here! 🌲

Help keep our neighbors warm this winter by donating new or handmade mittens, gloves, scarves, and hats. All ages and sizes are welcome!

Bring your donations to the library now through December 8th. All items will be distributed by Angels on Assignment to help neighbors in need.

Thank you for helping us spread warmth throughout our community!

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The Mystery Reader for the month of November was Carol Millsap! Carol has been a resident of Crete for over 30 years and during that time, she has been involved with multiple civic groups throughout the area. Carol is currently the secretary for the Crete Park Pals Foundation, the coordinator for the Crete Township Community Center, and an active member in several other organizations including Angels on Assignment.

Carol read Don't Push the Button by Bill Cotter and If You Give A Mouse A Cookie by Laura Numeroff. After reading the books, she gave each child in attendance two packages of cookies - one for themself and one to share.

We're getting ready for our Family Holiday Photoshoot tomorrow, November 7! ❄️⛄🌲 There are still some spots left to get your own family photo for this holiday season! Sign up on our events calendar to reserve your spot. Link to our registration calendar in the comments.

Our final clue is here! 🔎 Clue #5:

"You have probably seen the Mystery Reader at one of the many events held in Crete. She's everywhere!"

Who can it be?! Comment your final guess below. Muffins with a Mystery Reader is TOMORROW from 10:30-11:15 AM. Don't forget to register using this link: https://crete.librarycalendar.com/event/muffins-mystery-reader-3178

Looking to score? Let's try Clue #4!🎉

"The Mystery Reader is the Crete Township Community Center Coordinator."

Any guesses? Comment them below & don't forget to register for Muffins with a Mystery Reader, which takes place on Saturday, November 7 from 10:30-11:15 am.
Register here: https://crete.librarycalendar.com/event/muffins-mystery-reader-3178

If you were stumped on Clue #2, well Clue #3 may be your "Pal" 😉.

"The Mystery Reader is the secretary for the Crete Park Pals Foundation."

Any guesses? Comment them below & don't forget to register for Muffins with a Mystery Reader, which takes place on Saturday, November 7 from 10:30-11:15 am.
Register here: https://crete.librarycalendar.com/event/muffins-mystery-reader-3178

Attention parents of littles and school-age children !📣 Take a night off from cooking with pizza and a movie for the kids while you join the staff of Bright Futures to discuss Managing Meltdowns during the holiday season.

Sign up for the Wednesday, November 11 session at 5:30 on our Events Calendar. Link in comments.

Kids in pajamas welcome! Raising humans is hard, and it's easier when you're not doing it alone.

Teens! Are you in need of service hours? Our Youth Services Department has plenty of community service opportunities this month!

Sign up for any of the teen volunteer opportunities by scanning the QR code or using this link: https://crete.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2026/11?program_types%5B171%5D=171