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Pokemon Club

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lakeview Storytime 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 Storytime 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.

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Music in the McKenzie ~ 2025

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

We're excited to announce our lineup for 2025! Our concerts are always free and open to all ages!January 26 – Harvest SonsFebruary 23 – Bones JugsMarch 16 – Roundstone BuskersApril...

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

We're excited to announce our lineup for 2025! Our concerts are always free and open to all ages!

January 26 – Harvest Sons

February 23 – Bones Jugs

March 16 – Roundstone Buskers

April 13 – Still Shine

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Sunday, May 4, 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.

Budding Bookworms

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:

Join us with your budding bookworm on the first Monday of each month as we learn about the world through songs, stories and crafts.

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us with your budding bookworm on the first Monday of each month as we learn about the world through songs, stories and crafts.

Anime/Manga Club

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Lincoln Room at Lincoln 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: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln 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. 

Drop In: Chess and Checkers Meet Up

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview 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 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.

Computer Basics

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you wanting to feel more comfortable working on or with computers? Do you have a new device you are unsure how to figure out, or looking to learn more about various online prog...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Are you wanting to feel more comfortable working on or with computers? Do you have a new device you are unsure how to figure out, or looking to learn more about various online programs that could be beneficial? 

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, May 6, 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.

Open Play Time

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 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.

Music & Movement

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 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, 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.

Bibliophiles Book Club

Tuesday, May 6, 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 

Sensory Play

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Children's Activity Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Bring your little one for sensory play fun! Parents are required to stay with their child. Suggested ages for the play items available are 2 to 5.  Every first Wednesday of th...

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 one for sensory play fun! Parents are required to stay with their child. Suggested ages for the play items available are 2 to 5.  Every first Wednesday of the month.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Purpose of Meeting:

For an appointment, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org or RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass  

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

For an appointment, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org or RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass

 

 

Historical Fiction Society

Wednesday, May 7, 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

Sign and Sing Storytime with Communication Junction

Thursday, May 8, 2025 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.

Busy Bees Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 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 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.

Teen/Tween Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Ages 10-18. Join us for monthly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, designed for teens and tweens. Learn the basics of the game and have fun! Registrations needed per session to as...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Ages 10-18. Join us for monthly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, designed for teens and tweens. Learn the basics of the game and have fun!

Sit 'n Stitch

Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

Mother's Day ~ early closing

Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, North Branch

The Library will close at 4pm on Mother's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, North Branch
Description:

The Library will close at 4pm on Mother's Day.

The Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 11:45am - 12:30pm
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.)Read the feature article (and any other art...

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.)

Science Fiction | Fantasy Book Club

Monday, May 12, 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

Tuesday, May 13, 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.

Open Play Time

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 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.

Music & Movement

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 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, 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.