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This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.

Super Mar10 Day: Mario Character Perler Bead Workshop

6:15pm - 7:30pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lakeview Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Turn some of your favorite characters from the Super Mario franchise into perler bead creations using patterns that are provided. We will be using irons so come prepared to work with tiny beads and a heat source. 

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

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.

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 "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 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 as supply lasts. Exact activities offered subject to change.

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

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.

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

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY Bath Bombs

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Lakeview Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Do you have too much stress in your life? Are you looking for a calming activity? Join us in making some fragrant, relaxing bath bombs. All materials are provided. 

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

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafting for Adults

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
North Branch
At Capacity
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

March - Canvas painting

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Easy Bracelets for Adults

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Adults
McClure Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Does your jewelry box need a refresh? Join us for an afternoon of bracelet making fun. Adults only. Registration required.

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

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.

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

Mini Paper-Bag Art Books!

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 2nd Floor Community Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to MAKE your own books to create art in? Or want a fun and unique new way to take notes, record moments, and put whatever you want into a new type of junk journal?

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

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.

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

Origami Workshop

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
McClure Branch
Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Origami Workshop – Ages 13+  All skill levels welcome! Supplies provided. Our facilitator will guide you through step-by-step instructions for various 3D shapes.

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

Drop In Teen Art Lab: Black Glue

10:30am - 12:00pm
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:

Come spend a little time exercising your creative power.  We'll use black glue and watercolors to investigate what this unique process will generate.  No experience necessary.  All materials provided.  Bring a friend!

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Upcycled CD Mosiacs

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
North Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Upcycle old CDs with us into beautiful mosaics. Registration required to ensure space & supplies.

This event is in the "All ages" group.

Drop In: Paint Your Own Hiking Stick

10:30am - 12:00pm
All ages
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get ready for an adventure ....but first stop by the library to help get you ready!  Join us & other creatives who love the outdoors to add decoration & color to a hiking stick.

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 "Adults" group.

Yarn & Yap

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
McClure Branch
Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

DIY: I Spy Jars

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children of all ages, 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, Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Come make a DIY I-Spy jar with us using recycled items and rice. Registration required to ensure supplies. Ages 3+. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafting for Adults: Color a Vinyl Window Cling Suncatcher

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
North Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Participants will color their own vinyl window cling suncatcher - designs will vary

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

Fandom Perler Beads

1:30pm - 2:30pm
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:

Come make a geeky creation from a variety of fandoms like Marvel, Mario, F.N.A.F., etc., using perler beads! Perler art is easy to do and looks like pixelated art once completed. For high school students.


 

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.

Anything Goes Art!

11:30am - 1:30pm
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:

Bring your imagination, your curiosity, and your inventive spirit.  Our closet cleanout leads to this open-ended art opportunity which has no directions, no assumptions, and no rules.

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.

Dress for a Mess

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

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.

Paint Along Afternoon

1:30pm - 3:45pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lakeview Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of painting. You'll follow step by step instructions in a guided video to make your own sloth painting. 

 

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 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: 30
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 as supply lasts. Exact activities offered subject to change.