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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.

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.

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!

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.

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
Registration Required
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. 

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 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

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.

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

EH

Back for another summer, come see David Casas Magic perform incredible magic tricks. Great for all ages! 

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

EH

Back 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.

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.

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.

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 

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. 

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.


 

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 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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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
Registration Required
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.

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.

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. 

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.