This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Little Builders Wednesday, May 13, 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. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group May 13 2026 Wed Little Builders 11:00am–12:00pm Main Library 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 "Adults" group Computer Skills Class Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults This introductory workshop is designed for adults who are new to computers or need a refresher on the basics. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Computer Skills Class 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Registration Open Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: This introductory workshop is designed for adults who are new to computers or need a refresher on the basics.
This event is in the "Adults" group Cherry Blossoms Paintings Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm McClure Room at McClure Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults It's cherry blossom season! Join us for an afternoon of painting and crafting as we create a wall hanging inspired by cherry blossoms. All materials provided. Registration required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Cherry Blossoms Paintings 3:00pm–5:00pm McClure Branch Upcoming Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: It's cherry blossom season! Join us for an afternoon of painting and crafting as we create a wall hanging inspired by cherry blossoms. All materials provided. 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 "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Pokémon Club Wednesday, May 13, 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. View Details This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group May 13 2026 Wed Pokémon Club 4:00pm–5:30pm North Branch 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 "Adults" group Austen, Reimagined: From Page to Screen to TikTok Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch Age Group: Adults Many of us first encountered Jane Austen through beloved books or classic film and television adaptations. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Austen, Reimagined: From Page to Screen to TikTok 6:00pm–7:30pm Lakeview Branch Upcoming Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Room Age Group: Adults Registration Required Event Details: Many of us first encountered Jane Austen through beloved books or classic film and television adaptations.
This event is in the "Adults" group Seniors Butterfly Magnet Foam Craft Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Calling all Seniors come make a butterfly to celebrate springtime. All materials will be provided. Call 309-497-2600 to Register. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Seniors Butterfly Magnet Foam Craft 10:00am–11:00am Lincoln Branch Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Calling all Seniors come make a butterfly to celebrate springtime. All materials will be provided. Call 309-497-2600 to Register.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Sign and Sing Storytime with Communication Junction Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am McClure Room at McClure Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) 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. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group May 14 2026 Thu Sign and Sing Storytime with Communication Junction 10:30am–11:00am McClure Branch 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.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group STEM Sprouts Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Designed for ages 2-5. Each month this drop in program will focus on a different Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math concept. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group May 14 2026 Thu STEM Sprouts 10:30am–11:30am North Branch Library Branch: North Branch Room: North Beehive Storytime Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Designed for ages 2-5. Each month this drop in program will focus on a different Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math concept. 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 "Adults" group Yoga with Adriene (Virtual) Thursday, May 14, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Yoga with Adriene (Virtual) 12:15pm–12:45pm Main Library 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 "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 Puzzle Club Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm McClure Room at McClure Branch Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages Join us for Puzzle Club, a relaxing and fun program for all ages! Work together (or solo) on jigsaw puzzles, challenge your brain, and enjoy some friendly conversation. There will be puzzles of varying levels, drop-in any time! View Details 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 May 14 2026 Thu Puzzle Club 3:00pm–5:00pm McClure Branch Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages Event Details: Join us for Puzzle Club, a relaxing and fun program for all ages! Work together (or solo) on jigsaw puzzles, challenge your brain, and enjoy some friendly conversation. There will be puzzles of varying levels, drop-in any time! 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 "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Thursday STEAM Train Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Lincoln Room at Lincoln Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program! View Details This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group May 14 2026 Thu Thursday STEAM Train 4:00pm–5:00pm Lincoln Branch Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program!
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Drop In: MAGNA-TILES Builders' Club Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm McClure Children's Room at McClure Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Join us to explore your creativity with MAGNA-TILES! Drop-in for free building time with our magnetic building sets. View Details This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group May 14 2026 Thu Drop In: MAGNA-TILES Builders' Club 4:00pm–5:30pm McClure Branch Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Children's Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Join us to explore your creativity with MAGNA-TILES! Drop-in for free building time with our magnetic building sets.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Dragon Scale Slime Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Join us for this month's slime lab. This month we're making dragon scale slime! Call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to reserve your spot. Upcoming View Details 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 May 14 2026 Thu Dragon Scale Slime 5:30pm–6:30pm Lincoln Branch Upcoming Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Join us for this month's slime lab. This month we're making dragon scale slime! Call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to reserve your spot.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Busy Bees Storytime Friday, May 15, 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 a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome! View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group May 15 2026 Fri Busy Bees Storytime 10:30am–11:00am North Branch 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.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group LEGO Builder's Club Friday, May 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Calling all LEGO fans!!! Join us at Lakeview Branch for our drop-in LEGO Builders' Club. Come in for part of the time or stay for the entire two hours of play. Third Friday of each month. View Details This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group May 15 2026 Fri LEGO Builder's Club 3:00pm–5:00pm Lakeview Branch Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Storytime Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Calling all LEGO fans!!! Join us at Lakeview Branch for our drop-in LEGO Builders' Club. Come in for part of the time or stay for the entire two hours of play. Third Friday of each month.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Friday STEAM Train Friday, May 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Lincoln Room at Lincoln Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program! View Details This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group May 15 2026 Fri Friday STEAM Train 4:00pm–5:00pm Lincoln Branch Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program!
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group ¡Viva Literatura! Friday, May 15, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Main 2nd Floor Community Room at Main Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults ¡Viva Literatura! is a Latinx book club dedicated to representing Latin American literature for Teens and Adults in alternating months. View Details This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 15 2026 Fri ¡Viva Literatura! 4:30pm–5:30pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 2nd Floor Community Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: ¡Viva Literatura! is a Latinx book club dedicated to representing Latin American literature for Teens and Adults in alternating months.
This event is in the "Adults" group Lattes and Lit Book Club Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Off Site Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults Join us every month for good coffee and conversation.January 24: None of This Is True by Lisa JewellFebruary 21: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Lattes and Lit Book Club 10:00am–11:00am Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Join us every month for good coffee and conversation.January 24: None of This Is True by Lisa JewellFebruary 21: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
This event is in the "Adults" group Gnome of the Month - Paint a Gnome Mini Planter Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am McClure Room at McClure Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Do you love gnomes? If so, join us for our Gnome of the Month craft. Each month we'll be making a different gnome. This month will be painting your own gnome mini-planter. Registration required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Gnome of the Month - Paint a Gnome Mini Planter 10:00am–11:30am McClure Branch Upcoming Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Do you love gnomes? If so, join us for our Gnome of the Month craft. Each month we'll be making a different gnome. This month will be painting your own gnome mini-planter. 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 "All ages" group Chinese Stir Fry Demo with Peoria Chinese Association Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm North McKenzie Room at North Branch Age Group: All ages Learn about Chinese food and culture from the Peoria Chinese Association, and enjoy sampling some stir fry! Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "All ages" group May 16 2026 Sat Chinese Stir Fry Demo with Peoria Chinese Association 12:00pm–1:00pm North Branch Upcoming Library Branch: North Branch Room: North McKenzie Room Age Group: All ages Registration Required Event Details: Learn about Chinese food and culture from the Peoria Chinese Association, and enjoy sampling some stir fry!
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Pretend Play Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Join us for two hours of pretend play in the Beehive! In addition to our normal Beehive toys, we'll also have activities focused on counting, fine motor skills, and reading comprehension! For children from 0-5, but all children are welcome! View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group May 16 2026 Sat Pretend Play 2:00pm–4:00pm North Branch Library Branch: North Branch Room: North Beehive Storytime Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Event Details: Join us for two hours of pretend play in the Beehive! In addition to our normal Beehive toys, we'll also have activities focused on counting, fine motor skills, and reading comprehension! For children from 0-5, but all children 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Hatha Yoga Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm North McKenzie Room at North Branch Age Group: Adults Hatha yoga incorporates three elements – yoga poses, breathing techniques, and meditation. Drop in to learn more! Please bring your own yoga mat. 30 person limit per session. First come, first served. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Hatha Yoga 3:00pm–4:00pm North Branch Library Branch: North Branch Room: North McKenzie Room Age Group: Adults Event Details: Hatha yoga incorporates three elements – yoga poses, breathing techniques, and meditation. Drop in to learn more! Please bring your own yoga mat. 30 person limit per session. First come, first served.
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 Music in the McKenzie ~ 2026 Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2:00am - 4:00pm North McKenzie Room at North Branch 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 January 11 - Still ShineFebruary 8 - Bones JugsMarch 8 - Nathan Taylor Band View Details 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 May 17 2026 Sun Music in the McKenzie ~ 2026 2:00am–4:00pm North Branch Library Branch: North Branch Room: North McKenzie 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 Event Details: January 11 - Still ShineFebruary 8 - Bones JugsMarch 8 - Nathan Taylor Band
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group Family Movie Matinee Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch Program Type: Movie Age Group: Children of all ages, Adults Join us at the Library to enjoy a mid-day movie and a snack! We will be showing Flora & Ulysses, rated PG (95 mins). View Details This event is in the "Children of all ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 17 2026 Sun Family Movie Matinee 2:00pm–4:00pm Lincoln Branch Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Age Group: Children of all ages, Adults Program Type: Movie Event Details: Join us at the Library to enjoy a mid-day movie and a snack! We will be showing Flora & Ulysses, rated PG (95 mins).