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Love Letters for McClure Branch

All Day 1/2 - 1/31
All ages
McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Table
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate the McClure Branch's 87th birthday by writing a love letter to the library!

Crafts to Go

01/02/2025 @ 9:00am - 12/30/2025 @ 6:00pm
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Main Library
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.

Craft to Go: Dog Man

All Day 1/24 - 1/31
Children of all ages
McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get ready for the new movie featuring some of your favorite graphic novel characters by picking up a craft kit ahead of the theatrical release of Dog Man on January 31st. While supplies last.

Thursday Stem Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
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.

Upcycled Crafts: Book Photo Frames

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
North Branch
At Capacity
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: 1
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly upcycled book craft at North Branch.  This month, we'll be transforming an old, discarded book into a beautiful, unique photo frame!  Registration recommended to ensure adequate supplies

Friday After School Crafts

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children of all ages
Lincoln Branch
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.

Pokémon Coloring Contest

All Day 2/1 - 2/22
Children of all ages
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Break out your art kits and enter our Pokémon coloring contest! Stop by Lakeview Branch and select your coloring sheet. Return the coloring page to Lakeview Branch by February 22 and your creation will be on display February 23-March 1.

African Unity Beaded Bracelet Craft

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up the supplies to make an African Unity Beaded Bracelet to wear. A Black History Month bookmark is included. Available while supplies last. 

Sit 'n Stitch

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All ages
North Branch
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.

Learn Something at the Library: Glass Etching

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Lakeview Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the instructor for bobbin lace is unavailable.  We will be doing a glass etching workshop instead.

Paper Heart Wreaths

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Learn how to fold paper into hearts to make a wreath made out of hearts. 

Grades K to 6th. 

Tuesday Teen Workshop

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:

Tuesday Teen Workshop is an after school program for neighborhood teens. 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.

All Ages Drop In: Beaded Hearts

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages
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:

Just a simple little craft to bring a creative spark to your day.  Our hearts come from two simple ingredients: pipe cleaners and pony beads.  Put them in your window to catch the winter sun or gift them to your valentine.

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.

Thursday Stem Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Room
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.

Tummy Time Painting

10:15am - 11:00am
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Lakeview Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Encourage tummy time play while making a frame-worthy keepsake. We will provide a canvas and paints, as well as a sealed bag for your baby to create their own mess free artwork to take home. Supplies are limited, registration is required.

First Friday Art

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children of all ages
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. 

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.

Friday After School Crafts

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children of all ages
Lincoln Branch
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.

Bookmark of the Month: Ribbon and Pom-Pom

9:30am - 11:00am
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
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 ribbon and pom-poms. 

Masterpieces at Main: Crepe Paper Flowers

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We're still wading through the dark days of winter AND it's the month of love and affection.  What better time to try your hand at making your own flowers?

Valentine's Slime

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

It's almost Valentine's, so let's make some Slime for you Valentine 💖! Join us and make your own slime by mixing 

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.

Tuesday Teen Workshop

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:

Tuesday Teen Workshop is an after school program for neighborhood teens. 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.

Catching on to Crochet

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
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. 

Thursday Afternoon Craft-tivity

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
North Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Join us monthly for a fun activity or craft, adjusted for all ages & skill levels. Registration recommended to ensure supplies. Non-registered participants on as supply lasts. Exact activities offered subject to change.

Teen Art Lab: Cardboard Portraits

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
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:

Creativity challenge: convey someone's likeness ... in cardboard! Do you think you are up to the task? Join us and see what you can do.  We'll have cardboard, glue, duct tape ... and snacks.  Teens only.  Bring a friend!