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DIY for Dad

2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make a Father's Day gift for Dad or another important person in your life!  We'll open up our craft cabinets and provide a few ideas, but the the kids' creativity is the real force behind this program. 

Sunday Game Days

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Children of all ages, Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets, and our Computer Lab open for game time.

Obstacle Course

06/10/2024 @ 10:00am - 07/20/2024 @ 6:00pm
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: LV Outside
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Jump, skip, and twist your way into the Lakeview branch by enjoying the duct tape and chalk obstacle course along the front sidewalk!

Storytime at Luthy Botanical Gardens

10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come join us for Storytime at the Luthy Botanical Gardens, located at 2520 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL 61603.

Conserving Illinois Habitats with Forest Park Nature Center

2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Branch
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: McKenzie Room
Age Group: Children of all ages, All ages
Program Type: Peoria Reads, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Learn about Illinois wildlife, habitats, and eco-systems through hands-on activities designed by Forest Park Nature Center, including meeting an FPNC animal ambassador. 

Summertime Teddy Bear Tea

12:00pm - 2:00pm
North Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: NB Outside
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Come dressed for a summer teatime, and bring your favorite stuffed friend, too! You will enjoy snacks and refreshments as well as crafts, a story, and a small lesson on etiquette. Space is limited, registration required.

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.

Juneteenth Bling!

2:30pm - 5:30pm
McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop-in to celebrate Juneteenth in style by creating themed bracelets, necklaces, & earrings!

Sunday Game Days

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Children of all ages, Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets, and our Computer Lab open for game time.

Juneteenth

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual

Food Truck Friday

11:00am - 2:00pm
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Check out a variety of local food trucks at North Branch!  We'll have a different truck every third Friday, May through July.

Sit and Stitch

1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring a sewing project to work on, and sit and get tips, insight, guidance, and comraderie! All ages and skill levels welcome.

Sunday Game Days

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Children of all ages, Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets, and our Computer Lab open for game time.

African Storytelling with Garry Moore

10:00am - 11:30am
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Children of all ages, All ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a drum beating fun time with Garry Moore and his famous African Storytelling.

Speak Out for Equality Storytime

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us with Speak Out Illinois LLC for a storytime and craft celebrating equality in all of its forms. This program is co-sponsored by Speak Out Illinois LLC and Lutheran Social Services.

Storytime at Luthy Botanical Gardens

10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come join us for Storytime at the Luthy Botanical Gardens, located at 2520 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL 61603.

Popsicle Stick Uncle Sam

11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us in crafting for the upcoming holiday!  All supplies provided.

Sweet Girl Treats

10:30am - 12:30pm
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: NB Outside
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Local ice cream and sweets truck, Sweet Girl Treats, will be joining to help us celebrate Marko Polo's music show.   Make sure to bring the whole family for music, food, and fun! 

Marko Polo ~ Award-winning kids musician!

10:30am - 11:30pm
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: McKenzie Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Event Details:

Get ready to sing and stomp, wiggle and giggle. It's Marko Polo Music!!!

Marko Polo ~ Award-winning kids musician!

2:30pm - 3:30pm
McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Event Details:

Get ready to sing and stomp, wiggle and giggle. It's Marko Polo Music!!!

Board Games and Puzzles Day

11:00am - 5:00pm
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Come and have some fun with friends or on your own. We will have a variety of games to play and puzzles to put together. All ages are welcome!

Know Your Roots: Midwest Foraging

4:00pm - 5:00pm
McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Peoria Reads
Event Details:

Join us seasonally for Know Your Roots: Midwest Foraging, where we will learn how to identify local plants and their many uses. No prior experience required. All ages.

Sunday Game Days

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Children of all ages, Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets, and our Computer Lab open for game time.

Olympic Crafts Family Grab and Go

All Day 7/1 - 7/31
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Paris Summer Olympics start on July 26!  Gear up to celebrate with our Olympic Grab and Go Crafts. Pair the contents with some crayons and some glue and you'll be set with decorations for both your wall and your wrist!

Drop In Fireworks Art

11:30am - 1:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

No stress, easy art project.  Open to anyone who would like to express a little creativity over the noon/lunch hour.  Drop in and paint a nighttime fireworks scene.  Note: Paint could stain clothes.

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.