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Crafts to Go

All Day 1/2 - 1/31
Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)

Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12.  Preschool craft kits also available for ages 2 to 5.

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12.  Preschool craft kits also available for ages 2 to 5.

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Winter Crafts to Go

All Day 1/2 - 1/31
Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts

Pick up a winter-themed craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12. 

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up a winter-themed craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12. 

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Gnome of the Month - Winter Pink Gnome

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
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 winter-themed. Registration required.

At Capacity
Registration Required
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 winter-themed. Registration required.

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DIY Diamond Art Coasters

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 3:15pm - 5:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Add a little sparkle to your day! Join us to create dazzling butterfly-themed coasters using colorful diamond-art kits. All materials provided. Just bring your creativity!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Add a little sparkle to your day! Join us to create dazzling butterfly-themed coasters using colorful diamond-art kits. All materials provided. Just bring your creativity!

zumba

Zumba!

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at North Branch for a free weekly Zumba session on Monday evenings (excluding holidays) led by certified local instructor, Prathi Kennedy. 

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us at North Branch for a free weekly Zumba session on Monday evenings (excluding holidays) led by certified local instructor, Prathi Kennedy. 

yarn crafts

Yarn & Yap

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your fiber art projects and talk amongst friends after-hours at the library. Coffee and tea provided. Adults only. Registration required. 

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

Bring your fiber art projects and talk amongst friends after-hours at the library. Coffee and tea provided. Adults only. Registration required. 

Souce: Mod Podge Rocks!

Crafting for Adults: Faux Snow Frosted Luminaries

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

We are so excited to bring back Crafting for Adults after a short break!  We're not too sick of snow yet, so this month, we're making these lovely but simple "faux snow" frosted luminaries for you to enjoy all season long. 

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

We are so excited to bring back Crafting for Adults after a short break!  We're not too sick of snow yet, so this month, we're making these lovely but simple "faux snow" frosted luminaries for you to enjoy all season long. 

lunar new year

Lunar New Year Craft Kit To-Go

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children of all ages

Celebrate and learn about Lunar New Year with a Year of the Horse craft kit to take home! 

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

Celebrate and learn about Lunar New Year with a Year of the Horse craft kit to take home! 

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Take Home Heart Bookmark

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All ages

Celebrate Valentine's day and National Library Lovers month with a bookmark you can take home and decorate yourself! 

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

Celebrate Valentine's day and National Library Lovers month with a bookmark you can take home and decorate yourself! 

arts and crafts

Winter Crafts to Go

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts

Pick up a winter-themed craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12. 

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up a winter-themed craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12. 

arts and crafts

Crafts to Go

All Day 2/2 - 2/28
Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)

Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12.  Preschool craft kits also available for ages 2 to 5.

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12.  Preschool craft kits also available for ages 2 to 5.

zumba

Zumba!

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at North Branch for a free weekly Zumba session on Monday evenings (excluding holidays) led by certified local instructor, Prathi Kennedy. 

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us at North Branch for a free weekly Zumba session on Monday evenings (excluding holidays) led by certified local instructor, Prathi Kennedy. 

learn at the library

Learn Something at the Library: Punch Needle Crafting

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Learn about the art of punch needle rug making and make your own coaster.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about the art of punch needle rug making and make your own coaster.

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Heart Suncatcher Craft

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Come decorate and make a heart suncatcher to celebrate Valentine's Day. All materials will be provided. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come decorate and make a heart suncatcher to celebrate Valentine's Day. All materials will be provided. 

first Friday art

First Friday Art for Kids

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children of all ages

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

January - Henri Matisse

February - Piet Mondrian 

March - Yayoi Kusama

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. 

January - Henri Matisse

February - Piet Mondrian 

March - Yayoi Kusama

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Wood Conversation Hearts

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Remember those Conversation Hearts that you used to get at Valentine's Day? Come create your own version from wood and paint. Supplies provided. Registration required.

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

Remember those Conversation Hearts that you used to get at Valentine's Day? Come create your own version from wood and paint. Supplies 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.

zumba

Zumba!

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at North Branch for a free weekly Zumba session on Monday evenings (excluding holidays) led by certified local instructor, Prathi Kennedy. 

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us at North Branch for a free weekly Zumba session on Monday evenings (excluding holidays) led by certified local instructor, Prathi Kennedy. 

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Catching on to Crafting

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

This monthly drop-in will allow you to raid the available Lakeview art supplies, try new skills, and socialize. Great for all skill levels. Grades 7-12.


 

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

This monthly drop-in will allow you to raid the available Lakeview art supplies, try new skills, and socialize. Great for all skill levels. Grades 7-12.


 

crafting for adults

Crafting for Adults: Winter Door Hanger

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
North Seminar Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome back, crafters!  Whether you're enjoying the season or are ready for the snow to go, you can craft a simple, unique winter door hanger with us this month to add to your home decor. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome back, crafters!  Whether you're enjoying the season or are ready for the snow to go, you can craft a simple, unique winter door hanger with us this month to add to your home decor. 

plant craft

Propagation Station Craft

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:30pm - 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

Join us to create your own Propagation Station! This viral craft allows plant parents and beginners alike to propagate plants in a contained space.

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:

Join us to create your own Propagation Station! This viral craft allows plant parents and beginners alike to propagate plants in a contained space.

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Pottery Paint Day

Thursday, February 12, 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 paint and decorate your pottery of choice. All materials will be provided. Call 309-497-2600 to Reserve your spot!

 

 

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Calling All Seniors, come paint and decorate your pottery of choice. All materials will be provided. Call 309-497-2600 to Reserve your spot!

 

 

baby art

Baby Art

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)

Join us for a baby friendly art project that you can take home as a keepsake when we're done. Siblings are welcome to help, but supplies are limited to the age-appropriate child. Dress for a possible mess. Ages 0-3.

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

Join us for a baby friendly art project that you can take home as a keepsake when we're done. Siblings are welcome to help, but supplies are limited to the age-appropriate child. Dress for a possible mess. Ages 0-3.

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a Mess

This activity involves some materials that may get messy.  Please wear clothing appropriate for a mess.

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DIY Faux Stained Glass Bookmark

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

Create a DIY faux stained glass bookmark to use as a bookmark or suncatcher.

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

Create a DIY faux stained glass bookmark to use as a bookmark or suncatcher.

Closed for President's Day

All Day
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
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Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch