Upcoming Events

Do you love gnomes? If so, join us for our Gnome of the Month craft. Each month we'll be making a different gnome. This month we'll be using flower pots to create a garden friend. Supplies provided. Registration required.

We hear a lot about the Founding Fathers, but what about the women who helped shape America?

The Boos & Booze Book Club presents a special screening of Rosemary’s Baby, an offshoot event of our horror book club, presented in partnership with community collaborator

Learn what reptiles and amphibians are, their differences and their unique adaptations. A Traveling Naturalist from Forest Park Nature Center will explain reptile vs. amphibian, venom vs. poison, camouflage, and where they live.

Ages 10-12. Join us for monthly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, designed just for tweens. Learn the basics of the game and join our quest! 

Hatha yoga incorporates three elements – yoga poses, breathing techniques, and meditation.  Drop in to learn more!  Please bring your own yoga mat.  30 person limit per session.  First come, first served.

Ages 13-18. Join us for monthly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, designed just for teens. Learn the basics of the game and join our quest! 

Bring your sewing, knitting, crochet, or other project and join us for monthly times to share progress, get help, and meet fellow crafters.

All skill levels and fiber arts welcome -- sewing machines, too!

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have our PS5, Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets and our Computer Lab open for game time. Recommended ages 8+. 

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.

The CORS program engages individuals aged 18 and older who are battling substance or opioid use disorder, mental health challenges, homelessness or housing instability, risk of overdose, medical complications, or risk of incarceration.

Venture backstage into the golden age of Hollywood in this exhibition that explores the photography of Bob Willoughby.

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 0-3.

The Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group meets on the second Monday of the month at 11 a.m. (except in October when it is the third Monday.)

For participants of the Teen G.R.O.W. Challenge.

Celebrate your summer of growth at the Lincoln Branch with games, food, gift bags and more! Visit the Lincoln Branch or call (309) 497-2600 for more information. 

This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.

Create a Perler bead garden of your favorite fruits and vegetables!

Join us at North Branch for a free weekly Zumba session on Monday evenings (excluding holidays) led by certified local instructor, Prathi Kennedy.  30 person limit per session.  First come, first served.  Adults only. 

Join us to discuss classic and contemporary works of science fiction and fantasy each month on the second Monday at 6:30 pm at Lakeview Branch.  New members are always welcome to join at any time.

Venture backstage into the golden age of Hollywood in this exhibition that explores the photography of Bob Willoughby.