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roller girl

"Roller Girl" Book Discussion

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Come discuss the Newbery Honor graphic novel, Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson. The Peoria Prowlers, our very own local roller derby team, will be joining us. Afterwards, they'll b...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come discuss the Newbery Honor graphic novel, Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson. The Peoria Prowlers, our very own local roller derby team, will be joining us.

storytime

Saturday Family Storytime

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
North Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Our suggested age range is 0-7, but children of all ages are welcome.

Library Branch: North Branch
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Our suggested age range is 0-7, but children of all ages are welcome.

dungeons and dragons

Dungeons & Dragons at the Library

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 2:30pm - 5:30pm
LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Join us at Main for “Dungeons & Dragons at the Library.”  The program is open to ages 13 and up.Doors open at 2pm and game play starts at 2:30.Feel free to bring snacks!Mo...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: LL2 Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Join us at Main for “Dungeons & Dragons at the Library.”  
The program is open to ages 13 and up.
Doors open at 2pm and game play starts at 2:30.
Feel free to bring snacks!

Monthly on the 2nd Saturday

prairie plants

Prairie Plants with Friends of Rocky Glen

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
McKenzie Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Peoria Reads
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Learn about plants that are native to Illinois from David Pittman, a volunteer with Friends of Rocky Glen.  Participants will have an opportunity to explore the prairie at Nor...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: McKenzie Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Peoria Reads
Event Details:

Learn about plants that are native to Illinois from David Pittman, a volunteer with Friends of Rocky Glen.  Participants will have an opportunity to explore the prairie at North Branch and learn about the plants we have there.

yoga

Yoga with Adriene

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 5:15pm - 5:45pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a free online yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene. Doors open at 5:00 and video starts at 5:15. Please bring your ow...

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

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

Doors open at 5:00 and video starts at 5:15. 

Father's Day

DIY for Dad

Sunday, June 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Make a Father's Day gift for Dad or another important person in your life!  We'll open up our craft cabinets and provide a few ideas, but the the kids' creativity is the real ...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make a Father's Day gift for Dad or another important person in your life!  We'll open up our craft cabinets and provide a few ideas, but the the kids' creativity is the real force behind this program. 

game day

Sunday Game Days

Sunday, June 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages, Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Children of all ages, Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

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

biography book club

Biography & Non-Fiction Book Club

Sunday, June 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Biography and Nonfiction Book Club meets the second Sunday of each month (third Sunday in May). New members are always welcome!January 14 – Nine Parts of Desire: The Hidde...

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

The Biography and Nonfiction Book Club meets the second Sunday of each month (third Sunday in May). New members are always welcome!

summer reading

Summer Reading 2024: Read * Renew * Repeat

All Day 6/10 - 7/20
Multiple Locations
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Are you ready to play bingo with us? We have created a bingo card full of reading and fun activities for all ages!Play online or the old-fashioned (paper) way - you choose!Complete...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Multiple Locations
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Are you ready to play bingo with us? We have created a bingo card full of reading and fun activities for all ages!

Play online or the old-fashioned (paper) way - you choose!

obstacle course

Obstacle Course

06/10/2024 @ 10:00am to 07/20/2024 @ 6:00pm
LV Outside at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Jump, skip, and twist your way into the Lakeview branch by enjoying the duct tape and chalk obstacle course along the front sidewalk!

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: LV Outside
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Jump, skip, and twist your way into the Lakeview branch by enjoying the duct tape and chalk obstacle course along the front sidewalk!

wiggle worms

Wiggle Worms Storytime

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
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 followe...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: 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 0-24 months.

atlantic monthly

Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.)Just read the feature article (and any othe...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: 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.)

stem

A Big Small World

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Computer Lab at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

We want to inspire the scientists of tomorrow! This summer we will be exploring our world in ways you never imagined. From the microscopic biomes all around us to our interstellar ...

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

We want to inspire the scientists of tomorrow! This summer we will be exploring our world in ways you never imagined. From the microscopic biomes all around us to our interstellar neighborhood.

learn at the library

Learn Something at the Library: Recycled Dog Toys

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your own old t-shirt and socks, and learn how to transform them into toys for man's best friend.

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Bring your own old t-shirt and socks, and learn how to transform them into toys for man's best friend.

sci fi book club

Science Fiction/Fantasy Reading Group

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the second Monday of each month to discuss a variety of sci-fi and fantasy titles, from classics to contemporary! New members and visitors are always welcome!  ...

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

Join us on the second Monday of each month to discuss a variety of sci-fi and fantasy titles, from classics to contemporary! 

New members and visitors are always welcome!  

toddler tales

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
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: 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

Open Play Time

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 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 and movement

Music & Movement Storytime

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Children's Activity Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

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

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

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

toddler tales

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:45am
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: 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.

yoga

Yoga with Adriene

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
LL2 Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.Doors open at noon. At 12:15 p.m., we'll show one of her 30-minute yoga videos on o...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 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

DIY Wind Chimes

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

Follow step-by-step instructions to create a beautiful wind chime to enjoy this summer!  Grades 3 to 6.

Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Follow step-by-step instructions to create a beautiful wind chime to enjoy this summer!  Grades 3 to 6.

play doh

Play-Doh Club

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Children learn vital skills, such as sharing and creativity, and help to sharpen fine motor skills by molding and rolling dough which later helps kids with writing and using scisso...

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

Children learn vital skills, such as sharing and creativity, and help to sharpen fine motor skills by molding and rolling dough which later helps kids with writing and using scissors.

storytime

Storytime at Luthy Botanical Gardens

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Come join us for Storytime at the Luthy Botanical Gardens, located at 2520 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL 61603.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come join us for Storytime at the Luthy Botanical Gardens, located at 2520 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL 61603.

crafts for adults

Crafting for Adults

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
McKenzie Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

June - Patriotic Tote Bag

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Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

June - Patriotic Tote Bag