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Drop In Craft: Flower Frogs

Wednesday, May 7, 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:

Please note, this is not an animal frog, but rather the type used in flower arranging.  Using air dry clay, we will craft this useful helper.  Gift it to a mother, a ment...

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:

Please note, this is not an animal frog, but rather the type used in flower arranging.  Using air dry clay, we will craft this useful helper.

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.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Purpose of Meeting:

For an appointment, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org   

North Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Purpose of Meeting

For an appointment, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org

 

 

 

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Historical Fiction Society

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a historical fiction title and be transported back in time. February 5: “The First Ladies” by Marie Benedict and Victor...

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

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a historical fiction title and be transported back in time. 

February 5: “The First Ladies” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray

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Sign and Sing Storytime with Communication Junction

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, ...

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

Join Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, songs, movement and bubbles.

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Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main 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 pm and we will show one of Adriene's 30-minute yoga vi...

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.

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Thursday Stem Club

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Computer Lab at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Thursday Stem Club is an after school program for neighborhood middle schoolers. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects all with a STEM focus. Please call us at 309-497-2600 ...

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

Thursday Stem Club is an after school program for neighborhood middle schoolers. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects all with a STEM focus. Please call us at 309-497-2600 to register as space is limited.

Color Changing Slime Lab

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Event Details:

Join us for another exciting slime lab! This month we're making color changing slime! Call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to register. 

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us for another exciting slime lab! This month we're making color changing slime! Call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to register. 

Upcycled Craft: Rustic Book Page Decoupage Planter

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Let's make something beautiful from old book pages!  This month, we're making a rustic terracotta planter with book pages.  It'd make a great Mother's Day gift! Regi...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Let's make something beautiful from old book pages!  This month, we're making a rustic terracotta planter with book pages.  It'd make a great Mother's Day gift! 

Teen Mental Health Care kit

All Day
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

May is Mental Health Awareness Month but it's also a time for stressful finals and graduation. This kit will provide comfort items such as fidget bracelets, coloring pages, shower ...

Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

May is Mental Health Awareness Month but it's also a time for stressful finals and graduation. This kit will provide comfort items such as fidget bracelets, coloring pages, shower steamers, chocolate, and more to aid you during this time.

Drop In: Preschool Readiness Play Time

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Drop in during our open play time geared toward kids under 5 to help them build fine motor skills, identify colors and numbers, and more. While our activities are aimed at chi...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Drop in during our open play time geared toward kids under 5 to help them build fine motor skills, identify colors and numbers, and more. 

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.

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Busy Bees Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!

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 a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!

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.

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Friday After School Crafts

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime, STEM
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Friday After School Crafts is an after school program for neighborhood grade schoolers. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects. Please call us at 309-497-2600 to register as ...

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, STEM
Event Details:

Friday After School Crafts is an after school program for neighborhood grade schoolers. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects. Please call us at 309-497-2600 to register as space is limited.

3D Animal Portraits

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main 1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Adorable decor that would make a great hand-made gift for anyone, these egg carton animal portraits are for everyone to make and enjoy! Bring your creativity and join us to make th...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Adorable decor that would make a great hand-made gift for anyone, these egg carton animal portraits are for everyone to make and enjoy! Bring your creativity and join us to make these easy and fun works of art :) 

Jam Session with MuziqueBaux Band

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come join us for our After Hours Live Music Event featuring the band MuziqueBaux.Learn about upcoming featured events, and dance the night away! Snacks provided!  For mor...

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Come join us for our After Hours Live Music Event featuring the band MuziqueBaux.

Learn about upcoming featured events, and dance the night away! 

Snacks provided!  For more information call 309-497-2600.

 

Bookmark of the Month: Fold-over Flower

Saturday, May 10, 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 to add a floral touch to the top of your book. 

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 to add a floral touch to the top of your book. 

Wiggle Worms Weekend Baby Lapsit Storytime

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
North 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: 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 0-24 months.

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.

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Drop In: Hydrangea Bubble Painting

Saturday, May 10, 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:

Spring is here!  Let's combine bubble blowing and beautiful blooms to produce something truly lovely.  Use this time to make something for someone special in your life OR...

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:

Spring is here!  Let's combine bubble blowing and beautiful blooms to produce something truly lovely.  Use this time to make something for someone special in your life OR bring them along and create together!

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.

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Teen/Tween Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Ages 10-18. Join us for monthly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, designed for teens and tweens. Learn the basics of the game and have fun! Registrations recommended per session ...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Ages 10-18. Join us for monthly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, designed for teens and tweens. Learn the basics of the game and have fun!

Make Something for Mom

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Make something beautiful to celebrate the special women in your life (mom, grandma, aunt, whoever!).  We'll provide the supplies and some ideas for inspiration.  You brin...

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

Make something beautiful to celebrate the special women in your life (mom, grandma, aunt, whoever!).  We'll provide the supplies and some ideas for inspiration.  You bring the creativity! 

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.

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Origami Workshop - Final Spring Session

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Origami Workshop – Ages 13+  All skill levels welcome! Supplies provided. Our facilitator will guide you through step-by-step instructions for various 3D shapes. You can follo...

Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Origami Workshop – Ages 13+  All skill levels welcome! Supplies provided. Our facilitator will guide you through step-by-step instructions for various 3D shapes.

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Sit 'n Stitch

Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Bring your sewing, knitting, crochet, or other handcrafting project and join us for monthly times to share progress, get help, and meet fellow crafters.

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

Bring your sewing, knitting, crochet, or other handcrafting project and join us for monthly times to share progress, get help, and meet fellow crafters.

Mother's Day ~ early closing

Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, North Branch

The Library will close at 4pm on Mother's Day.

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Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, North Branch
Description:

The Library will close at 4pm on Mother's Day.

Herbs and Spice and Everything Nice

05/12/2025 @ 9:00am to 05/17/2025 @ 6:00pm
McClure Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you wanting to add a little spice to your meals but don't know where to start? Join us in the Herbs and Spice and Everything Nice Club where you can pick up a packet with a spi...

Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Are you wanting to add a little spice to your meals but don't know where to start?

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Wiggle Worms Baby Lapsit Storytime

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
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: North Beehive Storytime Room
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 followed by play time with other families. Best for ages 0-24 months.

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.