This event is in the "Children of all ages" group. 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... This event is in the "Children of all ages" group. Jun 20 2025 Fri First Friday Art for Kids 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Branch 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 WarholSeptember: 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 This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 21 2025 Sat DIY Rainbow Ribbon Wall Hanging 10:00am - 12:00pm McClure Branch 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... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 21 2025 Sat Pop Culture Perler Beads 1:00pm - 3:00pm Main Library 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... This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 23 2025 Mon Level Up at Your Library: RPG & Tabletop Miniature Painting 6:00pm - 7:45pm Lakeview Branch 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... This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Jun 24 2025 Tue Teen Art Lab: DIY Wobble Roll Game 11:00am - 1:00pm Main Library 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... 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. Jun 25 2025 Wed Drop In: DIY Treasure Map 11:30am - 1:30pm Main Library 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... This event is in the "All ages" group. Jun 26 2025 Thu Craft and Hobby Swap 1:00pm - 3:00pm North Branch 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... This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 26 2025 Thu Viral Craft Club 5:30pm - 6:30pm Lincoln Branch 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 This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 26 2025 Thu Crafting for Adults - Ceramic Tile Coasters 6:00pm - 7:30pm North Branch Registration Open 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... This event is in the "Children of all ages" group. Jun 27 2025 Fri First Friday Art for Kids 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Branch 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 WarholSeptember: 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. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 28 2025 Sat Bookmark of the Month: Perler Bead 10:00am - 11:00am McClure Branch 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 1 2025 Tue Patriotic Summer Craft 10:00am - 11:00am Lincoln Branch 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. This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Jul 1 - 3 2025 Crafts to Go: DIY Bird Feeder Kit 07/01/2025 @ 10:00am - 07/03/2025 @ 6:00pm Lakeview Branch 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... 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 2 2025 Wed Drop In: Bottle Cap Bugs 11:30am - 1:30pm Main Library 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 Jul 3 - 4 2025 Closing Closed for the 4th of July Holiday 07/03/2025 @ 6:00pm - 07/04/2025 @ 6:00pm 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 This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 5 2025 Sat DIY Dotty Tote Bag 10:00am - 12:00pm McClure Branch 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. This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Jul 5 - 19 2025 Crafts to Go: DIY Bird Feeder Kit 07/05/2025 @ 10:00am - 07/19/2025 @ 6:00pm Lakeview Branch 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+ This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 5 2025 Sat Masterpieces at Main: Dragon Eggs 10:30am - 12:30pm Main Library 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... This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Jul 8 2025 Tue Drop In Teen Art Lab: Buttons! 11:00am - 1:00pm Main Library 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. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Jul 8 2025 Tue Catching on to Crochet 6:00pm - 7:30pm Lakeview Branch 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... This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Jul 10 2025 Thu Character Keychains 5:30pm - 6:30pm Lincoln Branch 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 11 - 12 2025 Unplug Illinois: Mason Jar Lid Sun Catchers 07/11/2025 @ 9:00am - 07/12/2025 @ 6:00pm McClure Branch 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 This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Jul 11 2025 Fri DIY Self-Care Craft Kit 4:00pm - 5:00pm Lincoln Branch 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 This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Jul 11 2025 Fri Fire Sharpie Coasters 4:00pm - 5:00pm Lakeview Branch 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.