Upcoming Events

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Library Branch
Registration Type

Primary tabs

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual
Event Details:

Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond

This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.

Little Builders

11:00am - 12:00pm
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
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.  Experiment

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wednesday Matinee

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Seniors - please join us for Wednesday Matinees! Each month we will watch a classic movie. Light snacks will be provided. May's feature is "Carmen Jones," starring Dorothy Dandridge and Harry Belafonte.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thrills, Chills & Plot Twists

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Adults
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 2nd Wednesday of the month from 4:30-5:30.

January 8, 2025 - Northwoods by Amy Pease

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

12:15pm - 12:45pm
Adults
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 "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.

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
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: 30
Event Details:

Join us monthly for a fun activity or craft, adjusted for all ages & skill levels. Registration required for all participants to ensure accurate supplies. Exact activities offered subject to change.

This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.

Throwback Thursday Kids Classics: Spy Kids

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children of all ages, Adults, All ages
McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Children of all ages, Adults, All ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Whether you want to relive your childhood or introduce your littles to some of your favorite classics, all are welcome the third Thursday of the month for a different 90s/00s movie! All movies are rated G or PG.

This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.

Busy Bees Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
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.

Drop In: LEGO Builders Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
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: 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 "Adults" group.

Lattes and Lit Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing morning of good drinks and great discussion at CxT Roasting Company in Kellar Station.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Neurodivergent Network

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join us for resource sharing and support for neurodivergent adults. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Biography & Non-Fiction Book Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Biography and Nonfiction Book Club meets the second Sunday of each month (unless re-scheduled because of holidays/weather).  

New members are always welcome!

For more information, please call Roberta at 309-264-1966.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CWTC

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

CWTC Field Trip

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Twelve Tropes of Romance Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Are you a fan of feel good romance novels that take place in modern day? Is there a specific romance trope you love so much you’ll read anything with that trope?

This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.

Toddler Tales

10:15am - 10:45am
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview 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.

This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.

Open Play Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
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.

This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.

Music & Movement

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

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)

12:15pm - 12:45pm
Adults
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 "Adults" group.

Computer Basics

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Are you wanting to feel more comfortable working on or with computers? Do you have a new device you are unsure how to figure out, or looking to learn more about various online programs that could be beneficial? 

Peoria Public Library Board Meeting

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Conference Room
Event Details:

Library Board Meetings are held on the third Tuesday at 5:30pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sugar & Spice Book Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
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!

January 21: Spoiler Alert by Olivia Dade 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Art in the Park: Spray Paint

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
McClure Branch
Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Outside
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us to learn spray-painting safety and techniques, and create a work of art to take home. Registration required. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cozy Mystery Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Calling all cozy mystery lovers! Join us for our Cozy Mystery Book Club. Each month, we will read and discuss a cozy mystery, usually the first in a series.