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busy bees

Busy Bees Storytime

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!

LEGO

LEGO Builder's Club

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

Calling all LEGO fans!!! Join us at Lakeview Branch for our drop-in Lego Builders' Club. Come in for part of the time or stay for the entire two hours of play.  Third Friday o...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Calling all LEGO fans!!! Join us at Lakeview Branch for our drop-in Lego Builders' Club. Come in for part of the time or stay for the entire two hours of play.  Third Friday of each month.

wiggle worms

Wiggle Worms Baby Storytime

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followe...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followed by play time with other families. Best for ages 0-24 months.

arts and crafts

Fourth of July Clothespin Wreath

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Are clothespins for laundry or for crafting?  Join us today to craft a striking Fourth of July wreath with this most basic supply.  

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

Are clothespins for laundry or for crafting?  Join us today to craft a striking Fourth of July wreath with this most basic supply.  

"Love, Simon" Movie Showing

Sunday, June 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

To celebrate Pride Month, we are showing Love, Simon (PG-13). Bring your own blankets, pillows, bean bags, and snacks, we'll supply the popcorn and soda.

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

To celebrate Pride Month, we are showing Love, Simon (PG-13). Bring your own blankets, pillows, bean bags, and snacks, we'll supply the popcorn and soda.

game day

Sunday Game Days

Sunday, June 23, 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.

wiggle worms

Wiggle Worms Storytime

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followe...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followed by play time with other families. Best for ages 0-24 months.

arts and crafts

Firework Artwork Workshop

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

Make beautiful artwork that looks like fireworks using two different processes. Our paint is messy and stains clothes so come dressed for a mess! Grades K to 5th. 

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make beautiful artwork that looks like fireworks using two different processes. Our paint is messy and stains clothes so come dressed for a mess! Grades K to 5th. 

stem

A Big Small World

Monday, June 24, 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 ...

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
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.

African Storytelling with Garry Moore

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children of all ages, All ages
Event Details:

Join us for a drum beating fun time with Garry Moore and his famous African Storytelling.

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Children of all ages, All ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a drum beating fun time with Garry Moore and his famous African Storytelling.

toddler tales

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs each Tuesday! For kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs each Tuesday! For kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers.

open play

Open Play Time

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

music and movement

Music & Movement Storytime

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Children's Activity Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

 Join us for music and movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

 Join us for music and movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old. 

toddler tales

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs each Tuesday! For kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs each Tuesday! 

For kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers.

Speak Out for Equality Storytime

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Join us with Speak Out Illinois LLC for a storytime and craft celebrating equality in all of its forms. This program is co-sponsored by Speak Out Illinois LLC and Lutheran Social S...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us with Speak Out Illinois LLC for a storytime and craft celebrating equality in all of its forms. This program is co-sponsored by Speak Out Illinois LLC and Lutheran Social Services.

Recycled CD Suncatcher

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

Transform a recycled CD into a beautiful, vibrant suncatcher.

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Transform a recycled CD into a beautiful, vibrant suncatcher.

storytime

Storytime at Luthy Botanical Gardens

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Come join us for Storytime at the Luthy Botanical Gardens, located at 2520 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL 61603.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come join us for Storytime at the Luthy Botanical Gardens, located at 2520 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL 61603.

arts and crafts

Recycled Flower Art

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Peoria Reads
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

Using all recycled materials create a piece of art that looks like flowers in vase.  Grades K to 5.

Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Peoria Reads
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Using all recycled materials create a piece of art that looks like flowers in vase.  Grades K to 5.

safe sitter

Safe Sitter Certification

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
McKenzie Room at North Branch
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: North Branch
Room: McKenzie Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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.

Seedling Science

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Activity Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Bring your little scientists ages 3 through 5 years for an introduction to the scientific method and to have some science fun.  We'll be questioning, investigating, experiment...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Bring your little scientists ages 3 through 5 years for an introduction to the scientific method and to have some science fun.  We'll be questioning, investigating, experimenting and figuring it out together.

arts and crafts

Popsicle Stick Uncle Sam

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Come join us in crafting for the upcoming holiday!  All supplies provided.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us in crafting for the upcoming holiday!  All supplies provided.

Marko Polo ~ Award-winning kids musician!

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30pm
McKenzie Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Get ready to sing and stomp, wiggle and giggle. It's Marko Polo Music!!!Marko Polo is an award-winning kids musician! His live shows delight young audience...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: McKenzie Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Event Details:

Get ready to sing and stomp, wiggle and giggle. It's Marko Polo Music!!!

Marko Polo ~ Award-winning kids musician!

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Get ready to sing and stomp, wiggle and giggle. It's Marko Polo Music!!!Marko Polo is an award-winning kids musician! His live shows delight young audience...

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Event Details:

Get ready to sing and stomp, wiggle and giggle. It's Marko Polo Music!!!

Tie Dye Party

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us for a tie dye party! Bring a white shirt, pillowcase or pair of socks to dye and we'll supply everything else. Make sure to wear clothes you don't mind staining. Reservatio...

Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for a tie dye party! Bring a white shirt, pillowcase or pair of socks to dye and we'll supply everything else. Make sure to wear clothes you don't mind staining. Reservation required!