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Autism Resource Group

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you a parent of a child or teen with Autism Spectrum Disorder?  Join us on the third Saturday of each month for resource sharing and support.  

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

Are you a parent of a child or teen with Autism Spectrum Disorder?  Join us on the third Saturday of each month for resource sharing and support.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Family History: Getting Started Orientation

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main LL1 Classroom A at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you interested in discovering your ancestors?  Do you want to work on your family history?  A quick overview of beginning steps will be presented every half hour begi...

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

Are you interested in discovering your ancestors?  Do you want to work on your family history?  A quick overview of beginning steps will be presented every half hour beginning at 10:30 through 12:30.  

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

TeenTober: Anime/Manga Club

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club, Movie
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

This casual group is perfect for new or long time fans of anime and manga. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks. 

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

This casual group is perfect for new or long time fans of anime and manga. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks. 

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

Microfilm Mania!

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Local History & Genealogy Department at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Take a walk into history the old school way! Want to know a Cubs score in 1947?  Want to read about the Civil War in 1863? Or how about the moon landing in 1969?  Or...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Local History & Genealogy Department
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Take a walk into history the old school way! 

This event is in the "All ages" group.

Halloween Costume Swap Shop

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Are you dreading buying yet another costume that you or your child(ren) will only wear once?  Bring your family's clean, gently used costumes to our Halloween Costume Swap Sho...

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

Are you dreading buying yet another costume that you or your child(ren) will only wear once?  Bring your family's clean, gently used costumes to our Halloween Costume Swap Shop!

This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.

Drop In: Doily Ghosts

Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Drop in anytime to make cute, scary, or book inspired ghosts using doilies and markers. Children of all ages. 

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

Drop in anytime to make cute, scary, or book inspired ghosts using doilies and markers. 


Children of all ages. 

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.

This event is in the "All ages" group.

Halloween Costume Swap Shop

Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Are you dreading buying yet another costume that you or your child(ren) will only wear once?  Bring your family's clean, gently used costumes to our Halloween Costume Swap Sho...

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

Are you dreading buying yet another costume that you or your child(ren) will only wear once?  Bring your family's clean, gently used costumes to our Halloween Costume Swap Shop!

This event is in the "All ages" group.

Music in the McKenzie ~ Edward David Anderson

Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

We are excited to get our 13th year of Music in the McKenzie started! Please watch our website and social media for upcoming dates and performers. Always free and always open to al...

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

We are excited to get our 13th year of Music in the McKenzie started! Please watch our website and social media for upcoming dates and performers. Always free and always open to all ages.

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

TeenTober: Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Sunday, October 20, 2024 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.

This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.

Wiggle Worms Baby Storytime

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
North 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: North 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.)Just read the feature article (and any othe...

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.

Thrills, Chills, & Plot Twists

Monday, October 21, 2024 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 3rd Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30.&n...

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 3rd Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30.

 

June 17: Happiness Falls by Angie Kim

Peoria City/County Health Department Board Meeting

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Purpose of Meeting:

monthly board meeting

North Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Purpose of Meeting

monthly board meeting

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

TeenTober: Miniature Haunted Houses

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Paint & create your own miniature haunted (doll)house. All supplies provided, but quantity is limited. Registration required. 

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Paint & create your own miniature haunted (doll)house. All supplies provided, but quantity is limited. Registration required.


 

This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 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.

This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.

Open Play Time

Tuesday, October 22, 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.

This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.

Music & Movement Storytime

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Main 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: Main 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga with Adriene

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 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 her 30-minute yoga videos o...

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.

Library Board Building Committee Meeting

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Main 2nd Floor Community Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 2nd Floor Community Room
Age Group: Adults
This event is in the "All ages" group.

Illinois Libraries Present: Raise Your Voice with Jason Reynolds

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Virtual
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. The recipient of a Newbery Honor, a...

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

Welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature.

This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.

Sign and Sing Storytime with Communication Junction

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, ...

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

Join Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, songs, movement and bubbles.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga with Adriene

Thursday, October 24, 2024 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 her 30-minute yoga videos o...

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.

Halloween-themed Diamond Painting

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to try diamond painting?  Now's your chance to try before buying,  join us to make a small diamond painting featuring a Halloween scene.

At Capacity
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to try diamond painting?  Now's your chance to try before buying,  join us to make a small diamond painting featuring a Halloween scene.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Sherlock Holmes Story Society

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This group traditionally meets at 6:30 pm on the 4th Thursday of the month (except for November & December).New members are always welcome, whether you’re a seasoned Sherlockia...

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

This group traditionally meets at 6:30 pm on the 4th Thursday of the month (except for November & December).

New members are always welcome, whether you’re a seasoned Sherlockian or a newcomer to the canon!