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First Friday Art for Kids

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Explore your creativity with art projects based on a different famous artist every month. Dress for a mess. June: Jackson Pollock(no session in July due to holiday)August: And...

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

Explore your creativity with art projects based on a different famous artist every month. Dress for a mess. 

June: Jackson Pollock

(no session in July due to holiday)

August: Andy Warhol

September: Frida Kahlo

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY Rainbow Ribbon Wall Hanging

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you need to add a little joy to your living space? Come create a rainbow wall hanging to add some color to your world. We'll provide the materials, you bring the creativity! Reg...

Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Do you need to add a little joy to your living space? Come create a rainbow wall hanging to add some color to your world. We'll provide the materials, you bring the creativity! Registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pop Culture Perler Beads

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main LL1 Classroom A at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come represent your favorite characters in pixelated form!  No experience necessary, just a fair amount of patience!  We'll have materials available for Mario, Bluey, and...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL1 Classroom A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come represent your favorite characters in pixelated form!  No experience necessary, just a fair amount of patience!  We'll have materials available for Mario, Bluey, and Squishmallows but you're only limited by your imagination!

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Level Up at Your Library: RPG & Tabletop Miniature Painting

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we paint miniatures for our favorite tabletop games. Minis, paints, brushes, and other supplies are provided OR bring your own and paint with us. Space may be limited so...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us as we paint miniatures for our favorite tabletop games. Minis, paints, brushes, and other supplies are provided OR bring your own and paint with us. Space may be limited so space is available on a first come first served basis. 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Teen Art Lab: DIY Wobble Roll Game

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main 1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

What happens to your video game when the power goes out or your battery runs dry?  Come make a low tech game with a ping pong ball, some chopsticks, and a WHOLE LOT of cardboa...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

What happens to your video game when the power goes out or your battery runs dry?  Come make a low tech game with a ping pong ball, some chopsticks, and a WHOLE LOT of cardboard!  Teens only.  All materials provided.

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.

Drop In: DIY Treasure Map

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
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
Event Details:

Level Up and make your OWN treasure map!  Maybe it's a guide to a virtual world or maybe it's for your own backyard!  Let your imagination be your guide!  All materi...

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:

Level Up and make your OWN treasure map!  Maybe it's a guide to a virtual world or maybe it's for your own backyard!  Let your imagination be your guide!  All materials provided!  Invite a friend!

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.

This event is in the "All ages" group.

Craft and Hobby Swap

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Got left over craft supplies that you no longer have a use for? Looking to learn a craft, but don't want to spend a lot of money on something you're just starting at? Come to our c...

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

Got left over craft supplies that you no longer have a use for? Looking to learn a craft, but don't want to spend a lot of money on something you're just starting at? Come to our craft swap!

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Viral Craft Club

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Try out a new craft that's gone viral on Tiktok, Pinterest and more on the 3rd Thursday of every month (rescheduled for the 4th Thursday in June since we're closed on the 3rd Thurs...

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Try out a new craft that's gone viral on Tiktok, Pinterest and more on the 3rd Thursday of every month (rescheduled for the 4th Thursday in June since we're closed on the 3rd Thursday for Juneteenth)! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafting for Adults - Ceramic Tile Coasters

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.

First Friday Art for Kids

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Explore your creativity with art projects based on a different famous artist every month. Dress for a mess. June: Jackson Pollock(no session in July due to holiday)August: And...

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

Explore your creativity with art projects based on a different famous artist every month. Dress for a mess. 

June: Jackson Pollock

(no session in July due to holiday)

August: Andy Warhol

September: Frida Kahlo

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bookmark of the Month: Perler Bead

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Create this month's bookmark of the month using Perler beads.

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create this month's bookmark of the month using Perler beads.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Patriotic Summer Craft

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Patrotic craft to celebrate Independence Day Outreach Program for Grand Regency.  All materials will be provided with light refreshments.  

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Patrotic craft to celebrate Independence Day Outreach Program for Grand Regency.  All materials will be provided with light refreshments.  

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Crafts to Go: DIY Bird Feeder Kit

07/01/2025 @ 10:00am to 07/03/2025 @ 6:00pm
Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Stop by the Lakeview Branch for a DIY bird feeder kit. Take it home, decorate, assemble, and enjoy the birds it brings to your backyard this summer. While supplies last. 

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Lakeview Branch for a DIY bird feeder kit. Take it home, decorate, assemble, and enjoy the birds it brings to your backyard this summer. While supplies last. 

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.

Drop In: Bottle Cap Bugs

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
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
Event Details:

Using recycled materials to craft a cute little guest for your garden.  Can be used to decorate a potted plant or turned into a magnet for your refrigerator.  (Larger jar...

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:

Using recycled materials to craft a cute little guest for your garden.  Can be used to decorate a potted plant or turned into a magnet for your refrigerator.

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.

Closed for the 4th of July Holiday

07/03/2025 @ 6:00pm to 07/04/2025 @ 6:00pm
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch

All locations will close at 6pm on July 3 and remain closed through July 4.

Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
Description:

All locations will close at 6pm on July 3 and remain closed through July 4.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY Dotty Tote Bag

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a new summer tote? Join us in creating a colorful, fun bag. You bring your creativity, we'll provide the materials. Registration required.

Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Looking for a new summer tote? Join us in creating a colorful, fun bag. You bring your creativity, we'll provide the materials. Registration required.

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Crafts to Go: DIY Bird Feeder Kit

07/05/2025 @ 10:00am to 07/19/2025 @ 6:00pm
Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Stop by the Lakeview Branch for a DIY bird feeder kit. Take it home, decorate, assemble, and enjoy the birds it brings to your backyard this summer. While supplies last. 

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Lakeview Branch for a DIY bird feeder kit. Take it home, decorate, assemble, and enjoy the birds it brings to your backyard this summer. While supplies last. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Masterpieces at Main: Dragon Eggs

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main 1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

On this project, very simple materials lead to a very striking result.  Join us for a time of low stress crafting.  Bring a friend. Supplies are limited.  Ages: 16+

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

On this project, very simple materials lead to a very striking result.  Join us for a time of low stress crafting.  Bring a friend. Supplies are limited.  Ages: 16+

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Drop In Teen Art Lab: Buttons!

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main 2nd Floor Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to make your own buttons? Here’s your chance! We will have the pin-back button making machine and supplies to make buttons. Feel free to bring your own (approp...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 2nd Floor Community Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to make your own buttons? Here’s your chance! We will have the pin-back button making machine and supplies to make buttons. Feel free to bring your own (appropriate) images, too!  Teens ONLY.  Bring a friend!

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Catching on to Crochet

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

This monthly drop-in teen crochet group is great for all skill levels. Grades 8-12. 

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This monthly drop-in teen crochet group is great for all skill levels. Grades 8-12. 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Character Keychains

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Make a keychain inspired by characters from games like Five Nights at Freddy's, The Legend of Zelda and Minecraft. Visit the Lincoln Branch or call (309) 497-2600 to reserve your s...

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make a keychain inspired by characters from games like Five Nights at Freddy's, The Legend of Zelda and Minecraft. Visit the Lincoln Branch or call (309) 497-2600 to reserve your spot. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Unplug Illinois: Mason Jar Lid Sun Catchers

07/11/2025 @ 9:00am to 07/12/2025 @ 6:00pm
McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Trying to figure out what to do with all that unplugged time on July 12? Pick up a sun catcher kit and add a little joy to your living space. While supplies last.

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Trying to figure out what to do with all that unplugged time on July 12? Pick up a sun catcher kit and add a little joy to your living space. While supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

DIY Self-Care Craft Kit

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Come build your very own self-care kit! Learn how to make a body scrub and lip balm with other self care items to take home and enjoy. Registration is required. 

Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come build your very own self-care kit! Learn how to make a body scrub and lip balm with other self care items to take home and enjoy. Registration is required. 

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Fire Sharpie Coasters

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Do you enjoy being creative and setting things on fire as much as we do? This simple craft will allow you to be creative with sharpies by designing your own reusable ceramic coaste...

Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Do you enjoy being creative and setting things on fire as much as we do? This simple craft will allow you to be creative with sharpies by designing your own reusable ceramic coaster and then you can set it on fire to seal the design in.