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Children's Reading Challenge

08/01/2025 @ 12:30am to 06/30/2026 @ 11:45pm
Multiple Locations
Program Type:
Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

For young readers who are looking to explore new authors, series, genres, and more, check out our Children's Reading Challenge.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Multiple Locations
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Reading Challenge
Event Details:

For young readers who are looking to explore new authors, series, genres, and more, check out our Children's Reading Challenge.

This event is in the "Children of all ages" group
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All ages" group

Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 2/28
Multiple Locations
Program Type:
Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages

Cozy up with some new reads during the winter months to complete the Winter Reading Challenge!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Multiple Locations
Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages
Program Type: Reading Challenge
Event Details:

Cozy up with some new reads during the winter months to complete the Winter Reading Challenge!

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Winter Bracelet Teen Craft To-Go

All Day 1/2 - 1/31
Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

Pick up the materials to make your own winter-themed beaded bracelet! Available while supplies last.

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Pick up the materials to make your own winter-themed beaded bracelet! Available while supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

3rd Annual National Puzzle Day Competition

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

Celebrate National Puzzle Day at North Branch with our third annual puzzle competition!  This year, we're challenging our contenders with 3D puzzles.  Please register your team by January 28. 

At Capacity
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate National Puzzle Day at North Branch with our third annual puzzle competition!  This year, we're challenging our contenders with 3D puzzles.  Please register your team by January 28. 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Valentine's Painting Teen Craft To-Go

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

Pick up a ceramic heart dish and paint to celebrate with a Valentine's Day-themed craft. Available while supplies last.

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Pick up a ceramic heart dish and paint to celebrate with a Valentine's Day-themed craft. Available while supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Teen STEAM Train

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program!

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program!

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All ages" group

Puzzle Club

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages

Join us for Puzzle Club, a relaxing and fun program for all ages! Work together (or solo) on jigsaw puzzles, challenge your brain, and enjoy some friendly conversation. There will be puzzles of varying levels, drop-in any time!

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages
Event Details:

Join us for Puzzle Club, a relaxing and fun program for all ages! Work together (or solo) on jigsaw puzzles, challenge your brain, and enjoy some friendly conversation. There will be puzzles of varying levels, drop-in any time!

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Valentine's Slime Lab

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Join us for this month's slime lab. This month we're making Valentine's themed slime! Call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to reserve your spot.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this month's slime lab. This month we're making Valentine's themed slime! Call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to reserve your spot.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends of Dorothy Book Club

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

Join us every other month for books rife with queer characters and experiences! Dedicated to representing the wide range of identity and existence of queer people, the Friends of Dorothy Book Club dates, titles, and identities are listed below.

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Join us every other month for books rife with queer characters and experiences! Dedicated to representing the wide range of identity and existence of queer people, the Friends of Dorothy Book Club dates, titles, and identities are listed below.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Black History Month: Alice's Ordinary People Film Screening

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

Film screening and introduction with Q&A by Director Craig Dudnick. Alice Tregay’s story: ordinary people effecting extraordinary change for human rights. Five decades of fearless activism and the continuing relevance of Dr.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Film screening and introduction with Q&A by Director Craig Dudnick. Alice Tregay’s story: ordinary people effecting extraordinary change for human rights. Five decades of fearless activism and the continuing relevance of Dr.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

Ages 13-18. Join us for monthly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, designed just for teens. Learn the basics of the game and join our quest! 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 13-18. Join us for monthly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, designed just for teens. Learn the basics of the game and join our quest! 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

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.

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 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.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Teen STEAM Train

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program!

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program!

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Catching on to Crafting

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

This monthly drop-in will allow you to raid the available Lakeview art supplies, try new skills, and socialize. Great for all skill levels. Grades 7-12.


 

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This monthly drop-in will allow you to raid the available Lakeview art supplies, try new skills, and socialize. Great for all skill levels. Grades 7-12.


 

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Propagation Station Craft

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main 1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

Join us to create your own Propagation Station! This viral craft allows plant parents and beginners alike to propagate plants in a contained space.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us to create your own Propagation Station! This viral craft allows plant parents and beginners alike to propagate plants in a contained space.

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All ages" group

Puzzle Club

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages

Join us for Puzzle Club, a relaxing and fun program for all ages! Work together (or solo) on jigsaw puzzles, challenge your brain, and enjoy some friendly conversation. There will be puzzles of varying levels, drop-in any time!

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages
Event Details:

Join us for Puzzle Club, a relaxing and fun program for all ages! Work together (or solo) on jigsaw puzzles, challenge your brain, and enjoy some friendly conversation. There will be puzzles of varying levels, drop-in any time!

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Chinese New Year Dumplings

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

Join us at for a festive dumpling-making demonstration in honor of Chinese New Year. Learn about the cultural significance of dumplings and watch step-by-step techniques from our presenter. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at for a festive dumpling-making demonstration in honor of Chinese New Year. Learn about the cultural significance of dumplings and watch step-by-step techniques from our presenter. 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

DIY Faux Stained Glass Bookmark

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

Create a DIY faux stained glass bookmark to use as a bookmark or suncatcher.

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a DIY faux stained glass bookmark to use as a bookmark or suncatcher.

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Pokémon Club

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Join us for our monthly Pokémon Club. During each club session you can play Pokémon TCG, work on a Pokémon craft or coloring page, or play one of our Pokémon games on our Switch while meeting fellow Pokémon fans.

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Pokémon Club. During each club session you can play Pokémon TCG, work on a Pokémon craft or coloring page, or play one of our Pokémon games on our Switch while meeting fellow Pokémon fans.

Closed for President's Day

All Day
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Teen STEAM Train

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program!

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program!

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Adulting 101 - Self Esteem

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

As part of our ongoing and interactive Adulting 101 series for grades 8-12, a licensed psychotherapist from Full Circle Counseling and Wellness will cover self-esteem.

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

As part of our ongoing and interactive Adulting 101 series for grades 8-12, a licensed psychotherapist from Full Circle Counseling and Wellness will cover self-esteem.

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All ages" group

Puzzle Club

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages

Join us for Puzzle Club, a relaxing and fun program for all ages! Work together (or solo) on jigsaw puzzles, challenge your brain, and enjoy some friendly conversation. There will be puzzles of varying levels, drop-in any time!

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages
Event Details:

Join us for Puzzle Club, a relaxing and fun program for all ages! Work together (or solo) on jigsaw puzzles, challenge your brain, and enjoy some friendly conversation. There will be puzzles of varying levels, drop-in any time!

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Viral Craft Club: Decorated Picture Frames

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

Try out a new craft that's gone viral on Tiktok, Pinterest and more on the 3rd Thursday of every month! This month, we're making decorated picture frames!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Try out a new craft that's gone viral on Tiktok, Pinterest and more on the 3rd Thursday of every month! This month, we're making decorated picture frames!