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Music & Movement

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Main Children's Activity Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)

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

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.

yoga

Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

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

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.

Zumba at the Library

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Come join us for a Zumba class led by local Zumba instructor Debracca Hangen and get ready for some serious fun! Wear comfortable clothing, and shoes and bring a hand towel.

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Come join us for a Zumba class led by local Zumba instructor Debracca Hangen and get ready for some serious fun! Wear comfortable clothing, and shoes and bring a hand towel.

Seedling Science

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Children's Activity Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)

Bring your little scientists ages 3 through 6 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.

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

Bring your little scientists ages 3 through 6 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.

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Shelf to Screen Movie Matinee

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 1:45pm - 4:15pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults, All ages

Join us for a fun movie matinee featuring movies based on popular books.  Let's get together to enjoy how these classic stories are brought to life on screen.

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults, All ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a fun movie matinee featuring movies based on popular books.  Let's get together to enjoy how these classic stories are brought to life on screen.

mature readers

Mature Readers Book Club

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

The Mature Readers Book Club meets at Lakeview Branch 2:15 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month, unless otherwise noted.

For more information, please call (309) 370-0067 

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

The Mature Readers Book Club meets at Lakeview Branch 2:15 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month, unless otherwise noted.

For more information, please call (309) 370-0067 

yarn crafts

Yarn & Yap

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your fiber art projects and talk amongst friends after-hours at the library. Coffee and tea provided. Adults only. Registration required. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your fiber art projects and talk amongst friends after-hours at the library. Coffee and tea provided. Adults only. Registration required. 

Boos & Booze II: Double Shot of Dread Book Club

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join our horror themed book club for a horrifying good time at Olympia Sports Bar & Grill. Love of horror is a must, love of brews not required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our horror themed book club for a horrifying good time at Olympia Sports Bar & Grill. Love of horror is a must, love of brews not required.

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Sign and Sing Storytime with Communication Junction

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)

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.

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.

yoga

Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

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

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.

puzzle club

Puzzle Club

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages

Join us for Puzzle Club, a relaxing and fun program for all ages! Work together (or solo) on jigsaw puzzles, challenge your brain, and enjoy some friendly conversation. There will be puzzles of varying levels, drop-in any time!

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

Join us for Puzzle Club, a relaxing and fun program for all ages! Work together (or solo) on jigsaw puzzles, challenge your brain, and enjoy some friendly conversation. There will be puzzles of varying levels, drop-in any time!

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.

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Sherlock Holmes Story Society

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us on the fourth Thursday of the month (*third Thurs in November and December*) to discuss your favorite Sherlock Holmes stories.

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

Join us on the fourth Thursday of the month (*third Thurs in November and December*) to discuss your favorite Sherlock Holmes stories.

busy bees

Busy Bees Storytime

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)

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

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

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.

Summer Reading Kickoff Concert

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages

Join us at the CEFCU Center Stage for a free family concert featuring Justin Roberts. We will provide yard games, snacks, and a raffle prize for attendees.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages
Event Details:

Join us at the CEFCU Center Stage for a free family concert featuring Justin Roberts. We will provide yard games, snacks, and a raffle prize for attendees.

Safe Sitter Essentials

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

This course is designed to prepare youth, ages 11-17, to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Event Details:

This course is designed to prepare youth, ages 11-17, to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting.

Adulting 101 - Healthy Relationships

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

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 deve

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 deve

hatha yoga

Hatha Yoga

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Hatha yoga incorporates three elements – yoga poses, breathing techniques, and meditation.  Drop in to learn more!  Please bring your own yoga mat.  30 person limit per session.  First come, first served.

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Hatha yoga incorporates three elements – yoga poses, breathing techniques, and meditation.  Drop in to learn more!  Please bring your own yoga mat.  30 person limit per session.  First come, first served.

film club

Film Club

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Join us on the last Saturday of the month* for Film Club! We will open the doors at 3 and start the movie at 3:15pm. We will watch the film of the month and leave room to discuss afterwards.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on the last Saturday of the month* for Film Club! We will open the doors at 3 and start the movie at 3:15pm. We will watch the film of the month and leave room to discuss afterwards.

Sunday Game Days

Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Computer Lab at Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have our PS5, Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets and our Computer Lab open for game time. Recommended ages 8+. 

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

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have our PS5, Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets and our Computer Lab open for game time. Recommended ages 8+. 

neurodivergent

Neurodivergent Network

Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for resource sharing and support for neurodivergent adults. 

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

Join us for resource sharing and support for neurodivergent adults. 

Summer Reading Adult Crafts to Go

All Day
Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Explore fiber arts this summer with a different craft to go each week.  All materials will be provided.  Pick up a kit at the 1st Floor Information Desk while supplies last.

June 1-6: Cross stitch

June 8-13: Crochet

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

Explore fiber arts this summer with a different craft to go each week.  All materials will be provided.  Pick up a kit at the 1st Floor Information Desk while supplies last.

June 1-6: Cross stitch

June 8-13: Crochet

Beaded Rainbow Teen Craft To-Go

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

Pick up materials to make a rainbow beaded banner. Available while supplies last.

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

Pick up materials to make a rainbow beaded banner. Available while supplies last.

Crafts to Go

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)

Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12.  Preschool craft kits also available for ages 2 to 5.

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12.  Preschool craft kits also available for ages 2 to 5.

Pollinator Crafts!

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages

Come to Lakeview to craft up some colorful pollinators! From bumble bees to butterflies, you'll learn about the insects that help flowers grow, and go home with some amazing artwork, too!

Crafting supplies can be provided upon request.

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

Come to Lakeview to craft up some colorful pollinators! From bumble bees to butterflies, you'll learn about the insects that help flowers grow, and go home with some amazing artwork, too!

Crafting supplies can be provided upon request.