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Pokemon color

Pokémon Coloring Contest

All Day 2/1 - 2/22
Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Break out your art kits and enter our Pokémon coloring contest! Stop by Lakeview Branch and select your coloring sheet. Return the coloring page to Lakeview Branch by February 22 a...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Break out your art kits and enter our Pokémon coloring contest! Stop by Lakeview Branch and select your coloring sheet. Return the coloring page to Lakeview Branch by February 22 and your creation will be on display February 23-March 1.

black history month

Black History Month Scavenger Hunt

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

To celebrate Black History Month, we are having a scavenger hunt featuring Black heroes! Stop at the front desk for more details to participate.

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

To celebrate Black History Month, we are having a scavenger hunt featuring Black heroes! Stop at the front desk for more details to participate.

anime manga

Anime Club

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

This casual group for high school students is perfect for new or longtime fans of anime. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks.

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

This casual group for high school students is perfect for new or longtime fans of anime. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks.

chess and checkers

Drop In: Chess and Checkers Meet Up

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:45pm
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.

learn something

Learn Something at the Library: Glass Etching

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the instructor for bobbin lace is unavailable.  We will be doing a glass etching workshop instead.

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the instructor for bobbin lace is unavailable.  We will be doing a glass etching workshop instead.

toddler tales

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Lakeview 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: Lakeview 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.

bibliophiles

Bibliophiles Book Club

Tuesday, February 4, 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 

paper hearts

Paper Heart Wreaths

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Event Details:

Learn how to fold paper into hearts to make a wreath made out of hearts. Grades K to 6th. 

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Learn how to fold paper into hearts to make a wreath made out of hearts. 

Grades K to 6th. 

black history month

Black History Month ~ Graphic novel discussion

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month by joining us for a discussion of the graphic novel, Wash Day Dairies by Jamila Rowser. This is a captivating graphic novel love letter to the beauty ...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month by joining us for a discussion of the graphic novel, Wash Day Dairies by Jami

historical fiction

Historical Fiction Society

Wednesday, February 5, 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

Jamieson Field Trip

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 9:45am - 11:30am
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Event Details:

field trip for grades K-5th

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Event Details:

field trip for grades K-5th

tummy time painting

Tummy Time Painting

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Encourage tummy time play while making a frame-worthy keepsake. We will provide a canvas and paints, as well as a sealed bag for your baby to create their own mess free artwork to ...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Encourage tummy time play while making a frame-worthy keepsake. We will provide a canvas and paints, as well as a sealed bag for your baby to create their own mess free artwork to take home. Supplies are limited, registration is required.

adulting 101

Adulting 101: Healthy Relationships

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

As part of our ongoing and interactive Adulting 101 series for grades 8-12, this presentation with educators from The Center for Prevention of Abuse will focus on developing h...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

As part of our ongoing and interactive Adulting 101 series for grades 8-12, this presentation with educators from The Center for Prevention of Abuse will focus on developing healthy re

Pokemon Club

Pokémon Club

Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Pokemon Club. During each club session you can play Pokemon TCG, work on a Pokemon craft or coloring page, and join in for some light hearted trivia while m...

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

Join us for our monthly Pokemon Club. During each club session you can play Pokemon TCG, work on a Pokemon craft or coloring page, and join in for some light hearted trivia while meeting fellow Pokemon fans.

scifi

Science Fiction | Fantasy Book Club

Monday, February 10, 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. 

toddler tales

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Lakeview 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: Lakeview 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.

crochet

Catching on to Crochet

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

This monthly drop-in teen crochet group is great for all skill levels. Grades 8-12. 

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

This monthly drop-in teen crochet group is great for all skill levels. Grades 8-12. 

teen advisory board

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us and become a part of the decision making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the libr...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us and become a part of the decision making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the library is best serving teens.

Closed for President's Day

All Day
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
toddler tales

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Lakeview 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: Lakeview 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.

cozy mystery

Cozy Mystery Book Club

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Calling all cozy mystery lovers! Join us for our Cozy Mystery Book Club. Each month, we will read and discuss a cozy mystery, usually the first in a series. These light-hearted mys...

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

Calling all cozy mystery lovers! Join us for our Cozy Mystery Book Club. Each month, we will read and discuss a cozy mystery, usually the first in a series.

lego

Drop In: LEGO Builders Club

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 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: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 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.

pokemon scavenger hunt

Pokémon Week: Pokémon Scavenger Hunt

All Day 2/23 - 3/1
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Can you catch them all?! Several Pokémon are hiding in the Lakeview Branch. If you can catch at least 12 Pokémon you can bring them up to the desk for a prize!

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

Can you catch them all?! Several Pokémon are hiding in the Lakeview Branch. If you can catch at least 12 Pokémon you can bring them up to the desk for a prize!

neurodivergent network

Neurodivergent Network

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

Join us for resource sharing and support for neurodivergent adults. This month we will be discussing monotropism - the tendency to focus one's attention on a small or singular...

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

Join us for resource sharing and support for neurodivergent adults.