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Wiggle Worms Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: 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.

Maker Mondays

3:00pm - 4:30pm
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us to test your creativity and problem solving skills with Maker Mondays.  Each week, we'll use recycled or re-usable supplies to learn, solve a problem, or just have some fun! 

A Big Small World

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

We want to inspire the scientists of tomorrow! This summer we will be exploring our world in ways you never imagined. From the microscopic biomes all around us to our interstellar neighborhood.

Thrills, Chills, & Plot Twists

4:30pm - 5:30pm
McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Are you into mysteries, but whodonits aren't your thing? Join us for the Thrills, Chills, & Plot Twists Book Club. We will meet on the 3rd Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30.

 

June 17: Happiness Falls by Angie Kim

DIY Painted Patches

5:30pm - 7:00pm
North Branch
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Come learn how to make your own vest or jacket patches using upcycled materials & paint, and make a few to take home. Registration required to ensure proper amounts of supplies. 

Silly Games Family Fun Time

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Come join us for all things silly!  Can you get though the obstacle course or play the Silly Bat Run the Bases, how about Giant Jenga with a twist, & the Pictionary game that draws out the best in everyone with an extra bonus round.

Toddler Tales

10:15am - 10:45am
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs each Tuesday! For kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers.

Open Play Time

10:30am - 11:30am
McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

Music & Movement Storytime

11:15am - 11:45am
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

 Join us for music and movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old. 

Toddler Tales

11:15am - 11:45am
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs each Tuesday! 

For kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers.

Yoga with Adriene

12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 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.

Street Art for Beginners

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lakeview Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This introductory course with a local artist will cover the legalities, safety, and technique of street art. Be sure to wear clothes you're willing to get messy. Space is extremely limited so please register quickly!

Sugar & Spice Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

If you’ve been on the #spicy side of BookTok, you’ll love this new contemporary romance book club that meets every third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Sugar!

July 16 - The Pucking Wrong Number by C.R. Jane

Crafting for Adults

10:30am - 12:30pm
North Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

July - Soy Candles

Beginner Counted Cross Stitch for Teens

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lakeview Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn the basics of counted cross stitch.  All supplies provided.

Sea Turtle Painting

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Lakeview Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

This step by step painting workshop will show you how to paint a beautiful turtle onto a canvas.

For kids in grades 1st to 8th. Registration is required. 

Managing Invasive Species

6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Peoria Reads
Event Details:

Join Master Gardener Ainsley Olsen to learn how to recognize and address invasive species in your community. 

Science Fiction/Fantasy Reading Group

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us on the second Monday of each month to discuss a variety of sci-fi and fantasy titles, from classics to contemporary! 

New members and visitors are always welcome!  

Boos & Booze Book Club

6:30pm - 9:00pm
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join our horror themed book club for a horrifyingly good time at The Fieldhouse Bar and Grill. Love of horror is a must, love of brews not required. 


June 26 - Camp Damascus by Chuck Tingle

Fun Time Storytime

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 us for stories and songs for ages 3 to 6.

Yoga with Adriene

12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 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.

Storytime Around the World

6:00pm - 6:30pm
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Learn about cultures and languages spoken around the world at the North Branch with this special storytime series.