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Graduation Cap Decorating

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Graduating high school seniors are welcomed to drop-in to use our art supplies to decorate their graduation cap.

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Graduating high school seniors are welcomed to drop-in to use our art supplies to decorate their graduation cap.

dungeons and dragons

Dungeons & Dragons at the Library

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2:30pm - 5:30pm
LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Join us at Main for “Dungeons & Dragons at the Library.”  The program is open to ages 13 and up.Doors open at 2pm and game play starts at 2:30.Feel free to bring snacks!Mo...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: LL2 Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Join us at Main for “Dungeons & Dragons at the Library.”  
The program is open to ages 13 and up.
Doors open at 2pm and game play starts at 2:30.
Feel free to bring snacks!

Monthly on the 2nd Saturday

Early closing for Mother's Day

Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, North Branch

Lakeview, Lincoln, and North will close at 4pm

Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, North Branch
Description:

Lakeview, Lincoln, and North will close at 4pm

Octavius

Octavius Week Celebration Escape Room

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

In honor of Octavius Week, take part in our cat cafe themed escape room! Puzzles are geared for ages 8 and up. One group per escape room at a time. Registration is required.This is...

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Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In honor of Octavius Week, take part in our cat cafe themed escape room! Puzzles are geared for ages 8 and up. One group per escape room at a time. Registration is required.

Octavius

Octavius Week Celebration Escape Room

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

In honor of Octavius Week, take part in our cat cafe themed escape room! Puzzles are geared for ages 8 and up. One group per escape room at a time. This is a timed event so pl...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

In honor of Octavius Week, take part in our cat cafe themed escape room! Puzzles are geared for ages 8 and up. One group per escape room at a time. 

This is a timed event so please arrive promptly for your scheduled time. 

octavius

Octavius Week Celebration Escape Room

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

In honor of Octavius Week, take part in our cat cafe themed escape room! Puzzles are geared for ages 8 and up. One group per escape room at a time. Registration is required.This is...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

In honor of Octavius Week, take part in our cat cafe themed escape room! Puzzles are geared for ages 8 and up. One group per escape room at a time. Registration is required.

paint night

Teen Paint Night

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Follow along with a video tutorial and create a summer landscape. Supplies and refreshments provided. Ages 12-18. Registration is requested as space is limited.

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Follow along with a video tutorial and create a summer landscape. Supplies and refreshments provided. Ages 12-18. Registration is requested as space is limited.

anime club

Anime/Manga Club

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club, Movie
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

This casual group is perfect for new or long time fans of anime and manga. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks. 

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Book Club, Movie
Event Details:

This casual group is perfect for new or long time fans of anime and manga. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks. 

anime club

Anime Club for Teens

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Book Club, Movie
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Whether you're new to anime & manga or an avid enjoyer, come check out our monthly Anime Club for teens & tweens, where we watch and discuss our favorite anime, try Japanes...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Book Club, Movie
Event Details:

Whether you're new to anime & manga or an avid enjoyer, come check out our monthly Anime Club for teens & tweens, where we watch and discuss our favorite anime, try Japanese snacks, play trivia games, and make crafts like DIY stickers, ori

arts and crafts

Teen Craft-to-Go

All Day
North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Stop by the Peoria Public Library North Branch's information desk and pick up a DIY craft kit for ages 12-18 to take home. Craft kits limited, while supplies last.

Library Branch: North Branch
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Peoria Public Library North Branch's information desk and pick up a DIY craft kit for ages 12-18 to take home. Craft kits limited, while supplies last.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us and become a part of the decision making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the libr...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us and become a part of the decision making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the library is best serving teens. Plus, it looks good on resumes!

anime club

Anime/Manga Club

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club, Movie
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

This casual group is perfect for new or long time fans of anime and manga. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks.

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Book Club, Movie
Event Details:

This casual group is perfect for new or long time fans of anime and manga. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks.

Memorial Day

All Day
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual

Memorial Day

All Day
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual

Memorial Day

All Day
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
film discussion

Génération Greta : Movie Showing & Discussion

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a viewing and discussion of the film Generation Greta. This documentary interweaves the portraits of 9 young women from all around the world, aged 12 to 23, united in s...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a viewing and discussion of the film Generation Greta.

origami

Animal Origami Craft to go

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

We will have craft kits for tweens and teens to make their own origami animal during the month of June. A limited number of kits are available so get one while supplies last!

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We will have craft kits for tweens and teens to make their own origami animal during the month of June. A limited number of kits are available so get one while supplies last!

beads

Magazine Beads Jewelry

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Use recycled magazines to create one of a kind beads that can be use to make bracelets, necklaces, and even earrings.

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Use recycled magazines to create one of a kind beads that can be use to make bracelets, necklaces, and even earrings.

game day

Sunday Game Days

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages, Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets, and our Computer Lab open for game time.

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Children of all ages, Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets, and our Computer Lab open for game time.

teen advisory board

Teen Advisory Board

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us and become a part of the decision making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the libr...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us and become a part of the decision making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the library is best serving teens. Plus, it looks good on resumes!

stem

A Big Small World

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Computer Lab at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

We want to inspire the scientists of tomorrow! This summer we will be exploring our world in ways you never imagined. From the microscopic biomes all around us to our interstellar ...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

We want to inspire the scientists of tomorrow! This summer we will be exploring our world in ways you never imagined. From the microscopic biomes all around us to our interstellar neighborhood.

safe sitter

Safe Sitter Certification

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
LL2 Conference Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

This course is designed to prepare teens (ages 11-15) to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting.This instructor-led class is filled with fun gam...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: LL2 Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This course is designed to prepare teens (ages 11-15) to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting.

arts and crafts

Upcycled Book Journal Craft

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
McKenzie Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Peoria Reads
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Come and learn how to take an old book and up-cycle it into a new journal. Teens and Adults. Registration is required, space and supplies are limited. 

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: McKenzie Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Peoria Reads
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Come and learn how to take an old book and up-cycle it into a new journal. Teens and Adults. Registration is required, space and supplies are limited. 

roller girl

"Roller Girl" Book Discussion

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Come discuss the Newbery Honor graphic novel, Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson. The Peoria Prowlers, our very own local roller derby team, will be joining us. Afterwards, they'll b...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come discuss the Newbery Honor graphic novel, Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson. The Peoria Prowlers, our very own local roller derby team, will be joining us.