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yoga

Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

Tuesday, April 7, 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.

bibliophiles

Bibliophiles Book Club

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

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 

Avalanche Slime Lab

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Join us for this month's slime lab. This month we're making avalanche slime! Call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to reserve your spot.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this month's slime lab. This month we're making avalanche slime! Call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to reserve your spot.

storytime

Family Fun Story Hour

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)

Come join us for some stories and a craft the entire family can enjoy! Stories are chosen for ages 2-6. 

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

Come join us for some stories and a craft the entire family can enjoy! Stories are chosen for ages 2-6. 

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.

Pint-Sized Art Explorers

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Children's Activity Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)

Little art enthusiasts aged 3-6 will have opportunities to explore multiple art mediums and skills in this new program that aims to put the process of art ahead of the product.

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

Little art enthusiasts aged 3-6 will have opportunities to explore multiple art mediums and skills in this new program that aims to put the process of art ahead of the product.

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.

Dress for a Mess

This activity involves some materials that may get messy.  Please wear clothing appropriate for a mess.

computer skills

Computer Skills Class

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

This introductory workshop is designed for adults who are new to computers or need a refresher on the basics.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

This introductory workshop is designed for adults who are new to computers or need a refresher on the basics.

arts and crafts

Recycled Jar Spring Vase

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Get ready to put a little spring in your home décor. Using recycled jars and a little creativity, we'll make pretty spring vases. All supplies provided. Registration required.

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

Get ready to put a little spring in your home décor. Using recycled jars and a little creativity, we'll make pretty spring vases. All supplies provided. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a Mess

This activity involves some materials that may get messy.  Please wear clothing appropriate for a mess.

sign and sing

Sign and Sing Storytime with Communication Junction

Thursday, April 9, 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, April 9, 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.

arts and crafts

Pressed Flower Bookmarks

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main 1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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

All patrons are welcome to join and create personalized bookmarks featuring pressed flowers.

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

All patrons are welcome to join and create personalized bookmarks featuring pressed flowers.

Puzzle Club

Thursday, April 9, 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.

magna tiles

Drop In: MAGNA-TILES Builders' Club

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
McClure Children's Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)

Join us to explore your creativity with MAGNA-TILES! Drop-in for free building time with our magnetic building sets.

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Children's Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Event Details:

Join us to explore your creativity with MAGNA-TILES! Drop-in for free building time with our magnetic building sets.

busy bees

Busy Bees Storytime

Friday, April 10, 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.

Movie Showing: Rise of the Guardians

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)

Join us for a showing of Dreamworks' "Rise of the Guardians!"

The film will start at 2:00 PM on April 10th, and both snacks and drinks will be provided.

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a showing of Dreamworks' "Rise of the Guardians!"

The film will start at 2:00 PM on April 10th, and both snacks and drinks will be provided.

Percy Jackson Party

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages

Party like an Olympian at the Lincoln Branch! Join us for crafts, games and snacks inspired by the hit series Percy Jackson and the Olympians. The first 50 attendees will take home Percy Jackson goodie bags!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Registration Required
Event Details:

Party like an Olympian at the Lincoln Branch! Join us for crafts, games and snacks inspired by the hit series Percy Jackson and the Olympians. The first 50 attendees will take home Percy Jackson goodie bags!

Teen Micro-TTRPG and Game Night

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

Join us for a night of Micro-TTRPGs and other similar games, just for teens! We've got a selection of single page ttrpgs for you to try out, that range in table size and genre, but all can be played in a short amount of time!

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

Join us for a night of Micro-TTRPGs and other similar games, just for teens! We've got a selection of single page ttrpgs for you to try out, that range in table size and genre, but all can be played in a short amount of time!

Safe Sitter Essentials

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), 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: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), 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.

Baby Art

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)

Join us for a baby friendly art project that you can take home as a keepsake when we're done. Siblings are welcome to help, but supplies are limited to the age-appropriate child. Dress for a possible mess. Ages 0-3.

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

Join us for a baby friendly art project that you can take home as a keepsake when we're done. Siblings are welcome to help, but supplies are limited to the age-appropriate child. Dress for a possible mess. Ages 0-3.

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a Mess

This activity involves some materials that may get messy.  Please wear clothing appropriate for a mess.

hatha yoga

Hatha Yoga

Saturday, April 11, 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.

Raindrops Garland

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)

This diy raindrop garland will be perfect to decorate for April showers.

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

This diy raindrop garland will be perfect to decorate for April showers.

Sit n' Stitch

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Age Group:
All ages

Bring your sewing, knitting, crochet, or other project and join us for monthly times to share progress, get help, and meet fellow crafters.

All skill levels and fiber arts welcome -- sewing machines, too!

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

Bring your sewing, knitting, crochet, or other project and join us for monthly times to share progress, get help, and meet fellow crafters.

All skill levels and fiber arts welcome -- sewing machines, too!

music Mckenzie

Music in the McKenzie ~ 2026

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
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

January 11 - Still Shine

February 8 - Bones Jugs

March 8 - Nathan Taylor Band

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
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:

January 11 - Still Shine

February 8 - Bones Jugs

March 8 - Nathan Taylor Band

biography nonfiction

Biography & Non-Fiction Book Club

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

The Biography and Nonfiction Book Club meets the second Sunday of each month (unless re-scheduled because of holidays/weather).  

New members are always welcome!

For more information, please call Roberta at 309-264-1966.

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

The Biography and Nonfiction Book Club meets the second Sunday of each month (unless re-scheduled because of holidays/weather).  

New members are always welcome!

For more information, please call Roberta at 309-264-1966.

Children's Author Scavenger Hunt

All Day 4/13 - 4/17
Main Library
Age Group:
Children of all ages

Join us the second week of each month for a themed scavenger hunt. Participants who complete the hunt will receive a trinket from our prize box and a stamp on their participation card.

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

Join us the second week of each month for a themed scavenger hunt. Participants who complete the hunt will receive a trinket from our prize box and a stamp on their participation card.