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Music & Movement Storytime

Tuesday, May 28, 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. 

yoga

Yoga with Adriene

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
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 p.m., we'll show one of her 30-minute yoga videos on o...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 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.

arts and crafts

Neighborhood House Visits

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Peoria Reads, STEM
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Reserved for weekly Neighborhood House visits.

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Peoria Reads, STEM
Event Details:

Reserved for weekly Neighborhood House visits.

seedling science

Seedling Science

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Activity Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
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: STEM
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.

mature readers

Mature Readers Book Club

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Mature Readers Book Club typically meets on the last Wednesday of each month. January 31 — In the Unlikely Event by Judy BlumeFebruary 28 — The Thursday Murder Club by Ric...

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

The Mature Readers Book Club typically meets on the last Wednesday of each month. 

January 31 — In the Unlikely Event by Judy Blume

film discussion

Génération Greta : Movie Showing & Discussion

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a viewing and discussion of the film Generation Greta. This documentary interweaves the portraits of 9 young women from all around the world, aged 12 to 23, united in s...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a viewing and discussion of the film Generation Greta.

storytime

Fun Time Storytime

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

Fun Time Storytime Ages 3 to 6.

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

Fun Time Storytime 
Ages 3 to 6.

yoga

Yoga with Adriene

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
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 p.m., we'll show one of her 30-minute yoga videos on o...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 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.

origami

Animal Origami Craft to go

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

We will have craft kits for tweens and teens to make their own origami animal during the month of June. A limited number of kits are available so get one while supplies last!

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We will have craft kits for tweens and teens to make their own origami animal during the month of June. A limited number of kits are available so get one while supplies last!

butterfly

Butterfly Life Cycle & Release

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
North Branch
Program Type:
Storytime, STEM
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Get a look at the butterfly life cycle up close! Watch as our caterpillars spin cocoons and emerge as butterflies. The butterflies will be released after one of our story...

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

Get a look at the butterfly life cycle up close! Watch as our caterpillars spin cocoons and emerge as butterflies. The butterflies will be released after one of our storytimes in June.  We won't know for sure which date until later

arts and crafts

Cicada Celebration Craft Contest

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Brood XIII is emerging after a 17 year "sleep."  Let's celebrate their arrival!  Stop by the Info Desk on the Second Floor and pick up your blank cicada model.  From...

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

Brood XIII is emerging after a 17 year "sleep."  Let's celebrate their arrival!  Stop by the Info Desk on the Second Floor and pick up your blank cicada model.  From there, take it home and let your creativity run wild.

ocean

Go Green to Protect the Blue – National Ocean Month Library Challenge

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
North Branch
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Everyone can help protect our oceans and inland waterways and improve the lives of countless water-dwelling creatures! Learn more about simple steps you can take and about some of ...

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

Everyone can help protect our oceans and inland waterways and improve the lives of countless water-dwelling creatures!

hiking

Great Outdoors Month Hiking Challenge

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Multiple Locations
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Join us for the third annual Great Outdoors Month Hiking Challenge!  Pick up a challenge sheet at any Peoria Public Library location to help you track how many trails you trek...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Multiple Locations
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Join us for the third annual Great Outdoors Month Hiking Challenge!  Pick up a challenge sheet at any Peoria Public Library location to help you track how many trails you trek in June.

sensory play

Sensory Play

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
McKenzie Room at North Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Dress your child for a mess and join them in exploring sensory stations with rice, play-doh, painting, moon sand, and more.June & July will include water play!Ages 0-7. Adult s...

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

Dress your child for a mess and join them in exploring sensory stations with rice, play-doh, painting, moon sand, and more.

June & July will include water play!

Ages 0-7. Adult supervision required. 

beads

Magazine Beads Jewelry - Teens

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Use recycled magazines to create one of a kind beads that can be use to make bracelets, necklaces, and even earrings.

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Use recycled magazines to create one of a kind beads that can be use to make bracelets, necklaces, and even earrings.

Silent Book Club

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MC Table at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Patrons are invited to silently read from 3-5pm at Peoria Public Library's McClure Branch the first Saturday of the month. Noise-cancelling headphones will be provided. Patrons are...

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

Patrons are invited to silently read from 3-5pm at Peoria Public Library's McClure Branch the first Saturday of the month. Noise-cancelling headphones will be provided.

Magazine Beads Jewelry - Adults

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Use recycled magazines to create one of a kind beads that can be use to make bracelets, necklaces, and even earrings.Free. Supplies provided. For adults.

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

Use recycled magazines to create one of a kind beads that can be use to make bracelets, necklaces, and even earrings.

Free. Supplies provided. For adults.

yoga

Yoga with Adriene

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 5:15pm - 5:45pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a free online yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene. Doors open at 5:00 and video starts at 5:15. Please bring your ow...

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

Join us for a free online yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene. 

Doors open at 5:00 and video starts at 5:15. 

Music in the McKenzie

Music in the McKenzie

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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: 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.

game day

Sunday Game Days

Sunday, June 2, 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.

teen advisory board

Teen Advisory Board

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (12 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 (12 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. Plus, it looks good on resumes!

seed starters

DIY Seed Starter Kits

All Day 6/3 - 6/8
McClure Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you looking for a way to spice up your meals? Come pick up an herb starter kit! While supplies last.

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Are you looking for a way to spice up your meals? Come pick up an herb starter kit! 

While supplies last.

budding bookworms

Budding Bookworms

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us with your budding bookworm as we learn about the world through songs, stories and crafts.

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us with your budding bookworm as we learn about the world through songs, stories and crafts.

wiggle worms

Wiggle Worms Storytime

Monday, June 3, 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.