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Sunday Game Days

Sunday, June 16, 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.

Juneteenth

All Day
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
food trucks

Food Truck Friday

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Seminar Room at North Branch
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Check out a variety of local food trucks at North Branch!  We'll have a different truck every third Friday, May through July. In addition to some delicious eats, you can also ...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Check out a variety of local food trucks at North Branch!  We'll have a different truck every third Friday, May through July.

arts and crafts

Sit and Stitch

Sunday, June 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Bring a sewing project to work on, and sit and get tips, insight, guidance, and comraderie! All ages and skill levels welcome.

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring a sewing project to work on, and sit and get tips, insight, guidance, and comraderie! All ages and skill levels welcome.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

sweet girl

Sweet Girl Treats

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
NB Outside at North Branch
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Local ice cream and sweets truck, Sweet Girl Treats, will be joining to help us celebrate Marko Polo's music show.   Make sure to bring the whole family for mus...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: NB Outside
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Local ice cream and sweets truck, Sweet Girl Treats, will be joining to help us celebrate Marko Polo's music show.   Make sure to bring the whole family for music, food, and fun! 

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!!!

Board Games and Puzzles Day

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 5:00pm
Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Come and have some fun with friends or on your own. We will have a variety of games to play and puzzles to put together. All ages are welcome!

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Come and have some fun with friends or on your own. We will have a variety of games to play and puzzles to put together. All ages are welcome!

Know Your Roots: Midwest Foraging

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Peoria Reads
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Join us seasonally for Know Your Roots: Midwest Foraging, where we will learn how to identify local plants and their many uses. No prior experience required. All ages.

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Peoria Reads
Event Details:

Join us seasonally for Know Your Roots: Midwest Foraging, where we will learn how to identify local plants and their many uses. No prior experience required. All ages.

game day

Sunday Game Days

Sunday, June 30, 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.

arts and crafts

Olympic Crafts Family Grab and Go

All Day 7/1 - 7/31
Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

The Paris Summer Olympics start on July 26!  Gear up to celebrate with our Olympic Grab and Go Crafts. Pair the contents with some crayons and some glue and you'll be set with...

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Paris Summer Olympics start on July 26!  Gear up to celebrate with our Olympic Grab and Go Crafts. Pair the contents with some crayons and some glue and you'll be set with decorations for both your wall and your wrist!

Drop In Fireworks Art

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

No stress, easy art project.  Open to anyone who would like to express a little creativity over the noon/lunch hour.  Drop in and paint a nighttime fireworks scene.  ...

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

No stress, easy art project.  Open to anyone who would like to express a little creativity over the noon/lunch hour.  Drop in and paint a nighttime fireworks scene.  Note: Paint could stain clothes.

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.

Independence Day

07/03/2024 @ 6:00pm to 07/04/2024 @ 8:00pm
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
STEM

Library Agent Scavenger Hunt

All Day 7/5 - 7/23
North Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Agents, the North Branch has a top secret mission for you. All month, stop in and beat the heat as you go through our Library Agent Scavenger Hunt. Designed for ages 5 and up.

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

Agents, the North Branch has a top secret mission for you. All month, stop in and beat the heat as you go through our Library Agent Scavenger Hunt. Designed for ages 5 and up.

Plastic-Free July Challenge

All Day 7/5 - 7/31
Virtual
Program Type:
Virtual
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Take the Plastic-Free July challenge and make sustainable swaps all month! Participation enters you in a drawing to win a $20 gift card to Sankoty Sustainables. 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Virtual
Event Details:

Take the Plastic-Free July challenge and make sustainable swaps all month! Participation enters you in a drawing to win a $20 gift card to Sankoty Sustainables.
 

Drop-in: DIY Fridge Magnets

Friday, July 5, 2024 at 3:45pm - 5:45pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Personalize your fridge magnets! We have a variety of images to choose as your magnet. Or you can bring your own printed images or stickers. 

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Personalize your fridge magnets! We have a variety of images to choose as your magnet. Or you can bring your own printed images or stickers. 

Scrumptious Science: Ice Cream!

Sunday, July 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with us! Drop by between 1:00 and 2:30 to make your own personal serving of ice cream.  You'll also learn the science behind this scrumptiou...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with us! Drop by between 1:00 and 2:30 to make your own personal serving of ice cream.  You'll also learn the science behind this scrumptious summertime favorite! *While supplies last*

game day

Sunday Game Days

Sunday, July 7, 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.

Maker Mondays

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Join us to test your creativity and problem solving skills with Maker Mondays.  Each week, we'll use recycled or re-usable supplies to learn, solve a problem, or just have som...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us to test your creativity and problem solving skills with Maker Mondays.  Each week, we'll use recycled or re-usable supplies to learn, solve a problem, or just have some fun!