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Science Fiction | Fantasy 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:

Join us on the second Monday of the month at Lakeview Branch. The October meeting takes place off-site, as the Peoria Public Library locations is closed for Staff Development Day. 

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.

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? 

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.

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 "Adults" group.

Crafting for Adults: Window Cling Suncatcher

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:

Color a vinyl window cling suncatcher. Adults only.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Boos & Booze Book Club

6:30pm - 9:00pm
Adults
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

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

Teen Art Lab: Soap Carving

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:

Who knew that the good, old-fashioned bar of Ivory could be used as an art supply?  This super easy craft is exactly as it sounds and a fun way to explore making something 3D.  No experience necessary.  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.

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

Throwback Thursday Kids Classics: The Pagemaster

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 "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.

3D Pen Easter Eggs

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Computer Lab
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:

Learn the basics of how to use a 3D pen and create your own 3D easter egg! For ages 10+. Visit the Lincoln Branch or call (309) 497-2600 to reserve your spot. 

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

Upcycled Craft: Book Flower

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
North Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Let's make something new and beautiful from an old, discarded book!  This month, we'll make a book flower to show off on a shelf at home.

Registration is recommended to ensure adequate supplies. 

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!

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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 "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.

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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Teen Digital Art Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Love drawing but don't love paying for art supplies? Join our Teen Digital Art club where we have brand new drawing tablets for you to learn and use. Polish your digital art skills and learn just how fun this hobby can be!

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.

Annual Great Easter Egg Hunt

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Outside
Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Annual Great Easter Egg Hunt!  Join in on the egg hunt to find colorful eggs with treats!

Our special guest the Easter Bunny will delight you with exciting hops and fun giveaways.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sand Art

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

Kids aren't the only ones who get to play in the sand. Join us as we make colorful sand art bottles to bring the feeling of the beach to the Midwest. While supplies last.

Closed for Easter

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Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch