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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.
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This event is in the "All ages" group.

Drop In: Bottle Cap Bugs

Wednesday, July 2, 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:

Using recycled materials to craft a cute little guest for your garden.  Can be used to decorate a potted plant or turned into a magnet for your refrigerator.  (Larger jar...

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:

Using recycled materials to craft a cute little guest for your garden.  Can be used to decorate a potted plant or turned into a magnet for your refrigerator.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chillhop Meditation

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Known for its calming atmosphere, chillhop is a popular genre of electronic music that blends hip-hop elements with smooth melodies and jazzy samples. Drop-in! Let’s chill and cent...

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

Known for its calming atmosphere, chillhop is a popular genre of electronic music that blends hip-hop elements with smooth melodies and jazzy samples. Drop-in! Let’s chill and center ourselves midweek to finish strong.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Historical Fiction Society

Wednesday, July 2, 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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

Thursday, July 3, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Games of Yesteryear

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main LL1 Classroom A at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Gin rummy, cribbage, euchre, canasta...  If you enjoy playing card games and you're looking for a new opponent, stop by our Games of Yesteryear meetup.  We will be runnin...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL1 Classroom A
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Gin rummy, cribbage, euchre, canasta...  If you enjoy playing card games and you're looking for a new opponent, stop by our Games of Yesteryear meetup.

Closed for the 4th of July Holiday

07/03/2025 @ 6:00pm to 07/04/2025 @ 6:00pm
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch

All locations will close at 6pm on July 3 and remain closed through July 4.

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

All locations will close at 6pm on July 3 and remain closed through July 4.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY Dotty Tote Bag

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a new summer tote? Join us in creating a colorful, fun bag. You bring your creativity, we'll provide the materials. Registration required.

Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Looking for a new summer tote? Join us in creating a colorful, fun bag. You bring your creativity, we'll provide the materials. Registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Masterpieces at Main: Dragon Eggs

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main 1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

On this project, very simple materials lead to a very striking result.  Join us for a time of low stress crafting.  Bring a friend. Supplies are limited.  Ages: 16+

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

On this project, very simple materials lead to a very striking result.  Join us for a time of low stress crafting.  Bring a friend. Supplies are limited.  Ages: 16+

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.

Drop In: Chess and Checkers Meet Up

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Storytime 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 Storytime 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Video Game Café

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Stop in for an evening of games and conversation with other adult gamers. Play a round of of Mario Party, catch some Pokémon, see who is the ultimate fighter in Super Smash Bros. U...

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

Stop in for an evening of games and conversation with other adult gamers. Play a round of of Mario Party, catch some Pokémon, see who is the ultimate fighter in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, or serve up some dishes in Overcooked.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

Tuesday, July 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chillhop Meditation

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Known for its calming atmosphere, chillhop is a popular genre of electronic music that blends hip-hop elements with smooth melodies and jazzy samples. Drop-in! Let’s chill and cent...

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

Known for its calming atmosphere, chillhop is a popular genre of electronic music that blends hip-hop elements with smooth melodies and jazzy samples. Drop-in! Let’s chill and center ourselves midweek to finish strong.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wednesday Matinee

Wednesday, July 9, 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. July's feature is "Yankee Doodle Dandy," starring James Ca...

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. July's feature is "Yankee Doodle Dandy," starring James Cagney and Joan Leslie.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thrills, Chills & Plot Twists

Wednesday, July 9, 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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Level Up at Your Library: Tabletops and Tomes

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a fun way to spend your Wednesday night? Level up at your library and bring your own board game, or select from an assortment of the library's own! Bring along friend o...

Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Looking for a fun way to spend your Wednesday night? Level up at your library and bring your own board game, or select from an assortment of the library's own! Bring along friend or make some new ones and form a team over the tabletop.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

Thursday, July 10, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Level Up at Your Library: Classic Games Trivia

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Test your memory while traipsing down that old eponymous lane with trivia about classic twentieth century board games (Monopoly, Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit, The Game of Life and mor...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Test your memory while traipsing down that old eponymous lane with trivia about classic twentieth century board games (Monopoly, Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit, The Game of Life and more).

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Unplug Illinois: Mason Jar Lid Sun Catchers

07/11/2025 @ 9:00am to 07/12/2025 @ 6:00pm
McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Trying to figure out what to do with all that unplugged time on July 12? Pick up a sun catcher kit and add a little joy to your living space. While supplies last.

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

Trying to figure out what to do with all that unplugged time on July 12? Pick up a sun catcher kit and add a little joy to your living space. While supplies last.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Games of Yesteryear

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main LL1 Classroom A at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Gin rummy, cribbage, euchre, canasta...  If you enjoy playing card games and you're looking for a new opponent, stop by our Games of Yesteryear meetup.  We will be runnin...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL1 Classroom A
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Gin rummy, cribbage, euchre, canasta...  If you enjoy playing card games and you're looking for a new opponent, stop by our Games of Yesteryear meetup.

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

Bookmark of the Month: Embroidered Flowers

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
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 using beginner embroidery skills. 

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 using beginner embroidery skills. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Biography & Non-Fiction Book Club

Sunday, July 13, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Herbs and Spice and Everything Nice

07/14/2025 @ 9:00am to 07/19/2025 @ 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?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group

Monday, July 14, 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.)

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Science Fiction | Fantasy Book Club

Monday, July 14, 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.