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yarn and yap

Yarn & Yap

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your fiber art projects and talk amongst friends after-hours at the library. Coffee and tea provided.  Adults only. Registration required. 

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Bring your fiber art projects and talk amongst friends after-hours at the library. Coffee and tea provided.  Adults only. Registration required. 

yoga

Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.Doors open at noon. At 12:15 pm and we will show one of Adriene's 30-minute yoga vi...

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

Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.

horror trivia

After-Hours Horror Movie Trivia!

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

What's your favorite scary movie?  Test your knowledge on horror movies past and present with a frighteningly fun trivia night, presented by local YouTube horror movie reviewe...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

What's your favorite scary movie?  Test your knowledge on horror movies past and present with a frighteningly fun trivia night, presented by local YouTube horror movie reviewers, the Slash Sisters!

arts and crafts

Decoupage Trinket Box

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you looking for a fun project? Join us in creating a pretty decoupage box for your trinkets and treasures. Registration required. Adults only.

Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Are you looking for a fun project? Join us in creating a pretty decoupage box for your trinkets and treasures. Registration required. Adults only.

arts and crafts

Masterpieces at Main: Bird collage stationery

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main 1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Join us in turning various papers into beautiful paper collaged cards.  No experience necessary.  Ages: 16+  Bring a friend!

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

Join us in turning various papers into beautiful paper collaged cards.  No experience necessary.  Ages: 16+  Bring a friend!

computer basics

Computer Basics

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you want 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...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Do you want 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? 

chess checkers

Drop In: Chess and Checkers Meet Up

Monday, May 5, 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.

yoga

Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.Doors open at noon. At 12:15 pm and we will show one of Adriene's 30-minute yoga vi...

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

Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.

bibliophiles

Bibliophiles Book Club

Tuesday, May 6, 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 

arts and crafts

Drop In Craft: Flower Frogs

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Main 1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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
Event Details:

Please note, this is not an animal frog, but rather the type used in flower arranging.  Using air dry clay, we will craft this useful helper.  Gift it to a mother, a ment...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
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: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Please note, this is not an animal frog, but rather the type used in flower arranging.  Using air dry clay, we will craft this useful helper.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Dress for a Mess

This activity involves some materials that may get messy.  Please wear clothing appropriate for a mess.

historical fiction

Historical Fiction Society

Wednesday, May 7, 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

yoga

Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.Doors open at noon. At 12:15 pm and we will show one of Adriene's 30-minute yoga vi...

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

Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.

Upcycled Craft: Rustic Book Page Decoupage Planter

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Let's make something beautiful from old book pages!  This month, we're making a rustic terracotta planter with book pages.  It'd make a great Mother's Day gift! Regi...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Let's make something beautiful from old book pages!  This month, we're making a rustic terracotta planter with book pages.  It'd make a great Mother's Day gift! 

3D Animal Portraits

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 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
Event Details:

Adorable decor that would make a great hand-made gift for anyone, these egg carton animal portraits are for everyone to make and enjoy! Bring your creativity and join us to make th...

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:

Adorable decor that would make a great hand-made gift for anyone, these egg carton animal portraits are for everyone to make and enjoy! Bring your creativity and join us to make these easy and fun works of art :) 

Jam Session with MuziqueBaux Band

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come join us for our After Hours Live Music Event featuring the band MuziqueBaux.Learn about upcoming featured events, and dance the night away! Snacks provided!  For mor...

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

Come join us for our After Hours Live Music Event featuring the band MuziqueBaux.

Learn about upcoming featured events, and dance the night away! 

Snacks provided!  For more information call 309-497-2600.

 

Bookmark of the Month: Fold-over Flower

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Create this month's bookmark of the month to add a floral touch to the top of your book. 

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

Create this month's bookmark of the month to add a floral touch to the top of your book. 

arts and crafts

Drop In: Hydrangea Bubble Painting

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Main 1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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
Event Details:

Spring is here!  Let's combine bubble blowing and beautiful blooms to produce something truly lovely.  Use this time to make something for someone special in your life OR...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
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: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Spring is here!  Let's combine bubble blowing and beautiful blooms to produce something truly lovely.  Use this time to make something for someone special in your life OR bring them along and create together!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Dress for a Mess

This activity involves some materials that may get messy.  Please wear clothing appropriate for a mess.

arts and crafts

Origami Workshop - Final Spring Session

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Origami Workshop – Ages 13+  All skill levels welcome! Supplies provided. Our facilitator will guide you through step-by-step instructions for various 3D shapes. You can follo...

Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Origami Workshop – Ages 13+  All skill levels welcome! Supplies provided. Our facilitator will guide you through step-by-step instructions for various 3D shapes.

Mother's Day ~ early closing

Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, North Branch

The Library will close at 4pm on Mother's Day.

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

The Library will close at 4pm on Mother's Day.

Herbs and Spice and Everything Nice

05/12/2025 @ 9:00am to 05/17/2025 @ 6:00pm
McClure Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you wanting to add a little spice to your meals but don't know where to start? Join us in the Herbs and Spice and Everything Nice Club where you can pick up a packet with a spi...

Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Are you wanting to add a little spice to your meals but don't know where to start?

atlantic monthly

The Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group

Monday, May 12, 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.)

scifi

Science Fiction | Fantasy Book Club

Monday, May 12, 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. 

yoga

Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.Doors open at noon. At 12:15 pm and we will show one of Adriene's 30-minute yoga vi...

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

Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.

Zumba

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have fun and get fit with this upbeat workout class! Workout clothes and sneakers are recommended. No registration required.

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Have fun and get fit with this upbeat workout class! Workout clothes and sneakers are recommended. No registration required.