This event is in the "Children of all ages" group This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All ages" group Backstage Hollywood: The Photographs of Bob Willoughby Monday, July 6, 2026 at 9:00am - 6:00pm Main Gallery at Main Library 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 Venture backstage into the golden age of Hollywood in this exhibition that explores the photography of Bob Willoughby. View Details This event is in the "Children of all ages" group This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All ages" group Jul 6 2026 Mon Backstage Hollywood: The Photographs of Bob Willoughby 9:00am–6:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main Gallery 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: Venture backstage into the golden age of Hollywood in this exhibition that explores the photography of Bob Willoughby.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Wiggle Worms Lapsit Storytime Monday, July 6, 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 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 0-3. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Jul 6 2026 Mon Wiggle Worms Lapsit Storytime 10:30am–11:00am North Branch 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 0-3. 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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen STEAM Train Monday, July 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Join us at the Lincoln Branch for a fun and engaging STEM program. We will experiment, create, and learn every week this summer! Experiment with UV light or create ice cream in your hands with science! View Details This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 6 2026 Mon Teen STEAM Train 1:00pm–2:00pm Lincoln Branch Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Join us at the Lincoln Branch for a fun and engaging STEM program. We will experiment, create, and learn every week this summer! Experiment with UV light or create ice cream in your hands with science!
This event is in the "Adults" group AI Workshop Monday, July 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 6 2026 Mon AI Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.
This event is in the "Adults" group Floral Tote Bag Monday, July 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm McClure Room at McClure Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Looking for a new summer tote bag? We're going to print floral designs on blank canvas bags to create something cute and useful. Things will get a little messy, so be prepared! Registration required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 6 2026 Mon Floral Tote Bag 3:00pm–5:00pm McClure Branch Upcoming Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Looking for a new summer tote bag? We're going to print floral designs on blank canvas bags to create something cute and useful. Things will get a little messy, so be prepared! Registration required. Disclaimer(s) Dress for a Mess This activity involves some materials that may get messy. Please wear clothing appropriate for a mess.
This event is in the "Adults" group Zumba! Monday, July 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm North McKenzie Room at North Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Join us at North Branch for a free weekly Zumba session on Monday evenings (excluding holidays) led by certified local instructor, Prathi Kennedy. 30 person limit per session. First come, first served. Adults only. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 6 2026 Mon Zumba! 5:30pm–6:30pm North Branch Library Branch: North Branch Room: North McKenzie Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us at North Branch for a free weekly Zumba session on Monday evenings (excluding holidays) led by certified local instructor, Prathi Kennedy. 30 person limit per session. First come, first served. Adults only.
This event is in the "Adults" group 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 stitchJune 8-13: Crochet View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Summer Reading Adult Crafts to Go All Day Main Library 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 stitchJune 8-13: Crochet
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All ages" group Backstage Hollywood: The Photographs of Bob Willoughby Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 9:00am - 6:00pm Main Gallery at Main Library 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 Venture backstage into the golden age of Hollywood in this exhibition that explores the photography of Bob Willoughby. View Details This event is in the "Children of all ages" group This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All ages" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Backstage Hollywood: The Photographs of Bob Willoughby 9:00am–6:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main Gallery 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: Venture backstage into the golden age of Hollywood in this exhibition that explores the photography of Bob Willoughby.
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group David Casas Magic Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Lincoln Branch Age Group: Children of all ages EHBack for another summer, come see David Casas Magic perform incredible magic tricks. Great for all ages! View Details This event is in the "Children of all ages" group Jul 7 2026 Tue David Casas Magic 10:00am–11:00am Lincoln Branch Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Age Group: Children of all ages Event Details: EHBack for another summer, come see David Casas Magic perform incredible magic tricks. Great for all ages!
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Open Play Time Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am McClure Room at McClure Branch Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Open Play Time 10:30am–11:30am McClure Branch 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 Tuesday, July 7, 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. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Music & Movement 11:15am–11:45am Main Library 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Yoga with Adriene (Virtual) Tuesday, July 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Yoga with Adriene (Virtual) 12:15pm–12:45pm Main Library 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 Bibliophiles Book Club Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm Lakeview Storytime 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 View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Bibliophiles Book Club 1:30pm–3:30pm Lakeview Branch Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Storytime 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
Family Fun Story Hour Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch Program Type: Storytime Join us for an evening of stories and an activity the entire family can enjoy! Stories are chosen for ages 2-6. View Details Jul 7 2026 Tue Family Fun Story Hour 6:00pm–6:45pm Lincoln Branch Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us for an evening of stories and an activity the entire family can enjoy! Stories are chosen for ages 2-6.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Catching on to Crafting Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) This monthly drop-in will allow you to raid the available Lakeview art supplies, try new skills, and socialize. Great for all skill levels. Grades 7-12. View Details This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Catching on to Crafting 6:00pm–7:30pm Lakeview Branch Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Storytime Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: This monthly drop-in will allow you to raid the available Lakeview art supplies, try new skills, and socialize. Great for all skill levels. Grades 7-12.
This event is in the "Adults" group 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 stitchJune 8-13: Crochet View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Summer Reading Adult Crafts to Go All Day Main Library 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 stitchJune 8-13: Crochet
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All ages" group Backstage Hollywood: The Photographs of Bob Willoughby Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 9:00am - 6:00pm Main Gallery at Main Library 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 Venture backstage into the golden age of Hollywood in this exhibition that explores the photography of Bob Willoughby. View Details This event is in the "Children of all ages" group This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All ages" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Backstage Hollywood: The Photographs of Bob Willoughby 9:00am–6:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main Gallery 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: Venture backstage into the golden age of Hollywood in this exhibition that explores the photography of Bob Willoughby.
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Summer Storytime Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Storytime is back at the Lakeview branch, and just in time for Summer! Come hear stories every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM! For children of all ages. For Accessibility Accommodations, please call (309) 497-2143. View Details This event is in the "Children of all ages" group This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Summer Storytime 10:15am–11:00am Lakeview Branch Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Storytime Room Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Event Details: Storytime is back at the Lakeview branch, and just in time for Summer! Come hear stories every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM! For children of all ages. For Accessibility Accommodations, please call (309) 497-2143.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Garden Garland Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am McClure Room at McClure Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Join us to create a garden themed garland. View Details This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Garden Garland 10:30am–11:30am McClure Branch Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us to create a garden themed garland.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Little Builders Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Main Children's Activity Room at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Engage with your little ones ages 3-6 years at a special building program. You and your child can sample a variety of fun kid building toys during the hour long program. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Little Builders 11:00am–12:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main Children's Activity Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Engage with your little ones ages 3-6 years at a special building program. You and your child can sample a variety of fun kid building toys during the hour long program. 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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Paint Along with Skye: Pool Day Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm McClure Room at McClure Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Join us for a paint along with our virtual teacher Skye Pratt of Paint Along with Skye on Youtube. All supplies will be provided. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Paint Along with Skye: Pool Day 3:30pm–5:00pm McClure Branch Upcoming Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a paint along with our virtual teacher Skye Pratt of Paint Along with Skye on Youtube. All supplies will be provided.
This event is in the "Adults" group Tomato Troubles Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Lakeview Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults Tomatoes are one of the most popular and commonly grown plants in home gardens. It all starts with your garden plot and soil preparation for planting, then monitoring the garden until harvest. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Tomato Troubles 4:00pm–5:00pm Lakeview Branch Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: Tomatoes are one of the most popular and commonly grown plants in home gardens. It all starts with your garden plot and soil preparation for planting, then monitoring the garden until harvest.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Pokémon Club Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Join us for Pokémon Club! You can play the TCG or the videogames, compete in trivia, or make some Pokémon crafts! Please bring your own devices to play the videogames. View Details This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Pokémon Club 4:00pm–5:30pm North Branch Library Branch: North Branch Room: North Beehive Storytime Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Event Details: Join us for Pokémon Club! You can play the TCG or the videogames, compete in trivia, or make some Pokémon crafts! Please bring your own devices to play the videogames.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Native Pollinators Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm North McKenzie Room at North Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults When it comes to pollination, honey bees get a majority of the attention. However, many insects play a role in pollination. This presentation will discuss different native pollinators and how to make your landscape attractive to them. View Details This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Native Pollinators 6:00pm–7:00pm North Branch Library Branch: North Branch Room: North McKenzie Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: When it comes to pollination, honey bees get a majority of the attention. However, many insects play a role in pollination. This presentation will discuss different native pollinators and how to make your landscape attractive to them.