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Hatha Yoga

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "All ages" group

National Library Week: Find Your Joy!

All Day 4/19–4/25
All ages
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week 2026 at North Branch!  This year's theme is "Find Your Joy," so share how the library brings you joy on our banner.

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

Family Movie Matinee

2:00pm–4:00pm
Children of all ages, Adults
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Children of all ages, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us at the Library to enjoy a mid-day movie and a snack! We will be showing The Unbreakable Boy, rated PG (109 mins).

 

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

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

2:30pm–4:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us and become a part of the decision making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the library is best serving teens.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join Peoria Public Library at the Peoria Riverfront Museum for a free screening of The Librarians

About The Librarians Film:

This event is in the "Adults" group

Trillium Place - CORS Program

9:00am–11:00am
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

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.

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

Wiggle Worms Lapsit 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 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.

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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 "Adults" group

AI Workshop

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Zumba!

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Getting Off to a Good Start: Organic Gardening

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Are you frustrated with grocery prices?  Would you enjoy learning to grow your own food?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn Something at the Library: Book Nooks

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Lakeview Branch
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a miniature world to decorate your bookshelf.

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.

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

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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Teen STEAM Train

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: STEM
Event Details:

Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program!

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

Tuesday STEAM Train

4:30pm–5:30pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program!

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 "All ages" group

Starlight Story Time

6:30pm–7:30pm
All ages
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Join us for a special stars and space-themed story time! Come and learn some fun facts about the Lyrid meteor shower!

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 Wood-Fired Bistro!

 

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

Sensory Play

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:

Bring your little one for sensory play fun! Parents are required to stay with their child. Suggested ages for the play items available are 2 to 5.

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 "Adults" group

Computer Skills Class

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

This introductory workshop is designed for adults who are new to computers or need a refresher on the basics.

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

DIY Terrariums

3:30pm–4:30pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us to make a DIY terrarium! Using mason jars, moss, and stones, create your own personal biome to admire and foster a plant! All basic materials will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Library Tools That Will Bring You Joy

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

This year's National Library Week theme is "Find your Joy," so we are working to raise awareness of all the ways that the library can help you thrive. Did you know that the library provides a great deal more than just books, or even e-books?

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

Local Teen Craft & Author Fair Business 101 course

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Level up your sales with this Business 101 course which will teach you the basics necessary to prepare for the 2026 Local Teen Craft & Author Fair which will take place on Sunday, September 20th.