Upcoming events at the library
Individual and recurring events, book clubs, and more
Check out these upcoming events at Crete Public Library. Specific age groups or pre-registration details may be noted. Recurring event schedules may be altered due to holidays.) Contact library staff for more information. ( . . .
Crete Reads 2026
Online voting is open for this year's selection
Next year’s Crete Reads is already taking shape. The library is pleased to share our list of 10 books under consideration for Crete Reads 2026 . The titles span a range of genres—take a look and see which stories catch your . . .
Reading Challenge 2026
Join the 2026 Book Reading Challenge. This challenge is all about pushing your reading habits, discovering new genres, and building a reading community. Pick up a reading log at the library. Set Your Goal: Mark off as . . .
Toddler and Preschool Story Times held during school year
Story Times start up on Sept. 3
Two story times will be held at Crete Public Library during the 2025-2026 school year, starting in September. Toddler Story Time Ages 0-2 Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Preschool . . .
Summer Reading Program
Information coming spring 2026
Watch for information in the spring on the 2026 program. Readers can participate in Crete Public Library's summer reading program, typically announced in April/May with a kickoff event to follow. Youth activities . . .
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
What is “1,000 books before kindergarten”? The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program is a nationwide challenge that encourages parents and caregivers to read 1,000 books before they enter kindergarten. Research . . .
15 Things You Didn't Know You Could Do at Crete Public Library
Everyone knows Crete Public Library for their fantastic selection of adult, teen, and children's books, but there are a variety of other FREE things you can do when you visit the library. In honor of National Library Week , . . .
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library program available in Crete
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library program is available in partnership with the Friends of the Crete Public Library and Crete Public Library . Any child age 0-5 years who lives within the Crete . . .