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Neurodivergent Network

Sunday, November 23, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for resource sharing and support for neurodivergent adults. 

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join us for resource sharing and support for neurodivergent adults. 

Twelve Tropes of Romance Book Club

Monday, November 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you a fan of feel good romance novels that take place in modern day? Is there a specific romance trope you love so much you’ll read anything with that trope? Join the Twelve Tr...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Are you a fan of feel good romance novels that take place in modern day? Is there a specific romance trope you love so much you’ll read anything with that trope?

Closed for Thanksgiving

11/26/2025 @ 6:00pm to 11/28/2025 @ 6:00pm
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch

All locations will close at 6pm on Wed, Nov 26, and remain closed through Fri, Nov 28.

Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
Description:

All locations will close at 6pm on Wed, Nov 26, and remain closed through Fri, Nov 28.

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Film Club

Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the last Saturday of the month* for Film Club! We will open the doors at 3 and start the movie at 3:15pm. We will watch the film of the month and leave room to discuss a...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Join us on the last Saturday of the month* for Film Club! We will open the doors at 3 and start the movie at 3:15pm. We will watch the film of the month and leave room to discuss afterwards.

Drop In: Chess and Checkers Meet Up

Monday, December 1, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

If you enjoy playing Chess or Checkers and you're looking for someone to challenge you, gain some extra practice, or meet new people who have a common hobby, stop by our monthly Ch...

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

If you enjoy playing Chess or Checkers and you're looking for someone to challenge you, gain some extra practice, or meet new people who have a common hobby, stop by our monthly Chess Meet Up.

Computer Basics

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you wanting to feel more comfortable working on or with computers? Do you have a new device you are unsure how to figure out, or looking to learn more about various online prog...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Are you wanting to feel more comfortable working on or with computers? Do you have a new device you are unsure how to figure out, or looking to learn more about various online programs that could be beneficial? 

Bibliophiles Book Club

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Lakeview Branch.For more information, contact Nancy at 309-231-3263 or email nvarness1967@gmail.com&...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Lakeview Branch.

For more information, contact Nancy at 309-231-3263 or email nvarness1967@gmail.com 

Historical Fiction Society

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a historical fiction title and be transported back in time. February 5: “The First Ladies” by Marie Benedict and Victor...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a historical fiction title and be transported back in time. 

February 5: “The First Ladies” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray

The Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 11:45am - 12:30pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group meets on the second Monday of the month at 11 a.m. (except in October when it is the third Monday.)Read the feature article (and any other art...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group meets on the second Monday of the month at 11 a.m. (except in October when it is the third Monday.)

Science Fiction | Fantasy Book Club

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the second Monday of the month at Lakeview Branch. The October meeting takes place off-site, as the Peoria Public Library locations is closed for Staff Development Day.&...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us on the second Monday of the month at Lakeview Branch. The October meeting takes place off-site, as the Peoria Public Library locations is closed for Staff Development Day. 

Wednesday Matinee

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Seniors - please join us for Wednesday Matinees! Each month we will watch a classic movie. Light snacks will be provided. January's feature is "Kind Hearts and Coronets," starring ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Seniors - please join us for Wednesday Matinees! Each month we will watch a classic movie. Light snacks will be provided. January's feature is "Kind Hearts and Coronets," starring Alec Guinness and Dennis Price.

Book Club

Thrills, Chills & Plot Twists

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you into mysteries, but whodonits aren't your thing? Join us for the Thrills, Chills, & Plot Twists Book Club. We will meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 4:30-5:30...

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Are you into mysteries, but whodonits aren't your thing? Join us for the Thrills, Chills, & Plot Twists Book Club. We will meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 4:30-5:30.

January 8, 2025 - Northwoods by Amy Pease

Biography & Non-Fiction Book Club

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Biography and Nonfiction Book Club meets the second Sunday of each month (unless re-scheduled because of holidays/weather).  New members are always welcome!For more inform...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Biography and Nonfiction Book Club meets the second Sunday of each month (unless re-scheduled because of holidays/weather).  

New members are always welcome!

For more information, please call Roberta at 309-264-1966.

CWTC

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

CWTC Field Trip

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

CWTC Field Trip

Computer Basics

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you wanting to feel more comfortable working on or with computers? Do you have a new device you are unsure how to figure out, or looking to learn more about various online prog...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Are you wanting to feel more comfortable working on or with computers? Do you have a new device you are unsure how to figure out, or looking to learn more about various online programs that could be beneficial? 

A drawing of a burning heart with "Sugar & Spice Book Club" written in the middle

Sugar & Spice Book Club

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

If you’ve been on the #spicy side of BookTok, you’ll love this new contemporary romance book club that meets every third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Sugar!January 21: Spoiler Alert by ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

If you’ve been on the #spicy side of BookTok, you’ll love this new contemporary romance book club that meets every third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Sugar!

January 21: Spoiler Alert by Olivia Dade 

Mature Readers Book Club

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Mature Readers Book Club meets at Lakeview Branch 2:15 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month, unless otherwise noted.For more information, please call (309) 370-0067 Jan...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Mature Readers Book Club meets at Lakeview Branch 2:15 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month, unless otherwise noted.

For more information, please call (309) 370-0067 

January 29   

Throwback Thursday Kids Classics: Jack Frost

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children of all ages, Adults, All ages
Event Details:

Whether you want to relive your childhood or introduce your littles to some of your favorite classics, all are welcome the third Thursday of the month for a different 90s/00s movie...

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Children of all ages, Adults, All ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Whether you want to relive your childhood or introduce your littles to some of your favorite classics, all are welcome the third Thursday of the month for a different 90s/00s movie! All movies are rated G or PG.

Sherlock Holmes Story Society

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the fourth Thursday of the month (third Thurs in November and December) to discuss your favorite Sherlock Holmes stories.New members are always welcome, whether you’re a...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us on the fourth Thursday of the month (third Thurs in November and December) to discuss your favorite Sherlock Holmes stories.

New members are always welcome, whether you’re a seasoned Sherlockian or a newcomer to the canon! 

Autism Resource Group

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you a parent of a child or teen with Autism Spectrum Disorder?  Join us on the third Saturday of each month for resource sharing and support.  

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Are you a parent of a child or teen with Autism Spectrum Disorder?  Join us on the third Saturday of each month for resource sharing and support.  

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch

All locations will be closed Dec 24 & 25 for Christmas.

Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
Description:

All locations will be closed Dec 24 & 25 for Christmas.

movie

Film Club

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the last Saturday of the month* for Film Club! We will open the doors at 3 and start the movie at 3:15pm. We will watch the film of the month and leave room to discuss a...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Join us on the last Saturday of the month* for Film Club! We will open the doors at 3 and start the movie at 3:15pm. We will watch the film of the month and leave room to discuss afterwards.

Neurodivergent Network

Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for resource sharing and support for neurodivergent adults. 

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join us for resource sharing and support for neurodivergent adults. 

Twelve Tropes of Romance Book Club

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you a fan of feel good romance novels that take place in modern day? Is there a specific romance trope you love so much you’ll read anything with that trope? Join the Twelve Tr...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Are you a fan of feel good romance novels that take place in modern day? Is there a specific romance trope you love so much you’ll read anything with that trope?