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video games

Video Game Cafe

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Stop in for an evening of games and conversation with the whole family. Play a round of of Mario Party, catch some Pokémon, or serve up some dishes in Overcooked!

paint night

Women's History Month Adult Paint Night

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 6:15pm - 8:15pm
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate the contributions women have made to society.  Join us for a one of a kind Women's History Month Paint Night & Open Mic Poetry Event.  Please call 309-497-2600 to Register for this FREE program.

computer skills

Computer Skills Class

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library
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.

viva literatura

¡Viva Literatura!

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main 2nd Floor Community Room at Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 2nd Floor Community Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

¡Viva Literatura! is a Latinx book club dedicated to representing Latin American literature for Teens and Adults in alternating months.

computer skills

Computer Skills Class

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library
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.

yarn crafts

Yarn & Yap

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

lock in

Spring Break Kick-Off Teen Lock-In

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 9:00pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to kick off spring break like it's 2000, with an after hours "lock-in!" We'll have movies, crafts, games, music, food, and more, all themed around Y2K sleepovers. Come in comfy clothes, ready to have fun! 

job workshop

Teen Job Workshop

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for your first job with Lincoln Branch's Teen Job Workshop! Practice job skills like writing a resume, applying for a job and even a mock interview! Lunch and snacks will be provided.

paint along

Paint Along with Skye: Lunar Moth

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a paint along with our virtual teacher Skye Pratt of Paint Along with Skye on Youtube. All supplies will be provided.

safe sitter

Safe Sitter Essentials

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Event Details:

This course is designed to prepare youth, ages 11-17, to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting.

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Nature Inspired Crafts

12:00pm–2:00pm
Children of all ages
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of flower and tree inspired crafts! 

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a Mess

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

Summer Reading Adult Crafts to Go

All Day
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Explore fiber arts this summer with a different craft to go each week.  All materials will be provided.  Pick up a kit at the 1st Floor Information Desk while supplies last.

June 1-6: Cross stitch

June 8-13: Crochet

Gnome of the Month - Flower Pot Gnomes

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
McClure Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a Mess

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

Summer Reading Adult Crafts to Go

All Day
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Explore fiber arts this summer with a different craft to go each week.  All materials will be provided.  Pick up a kit at the 1st Floor Information Desk while supplies last.

June 1-6: Cross stitch

June 8-13: Crochet

Perler Bead Garden

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

 

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. 

Summer Reading Adult Crafts to Go

All Day
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Explore fiber arts this summer with a different craft to go each week.  All materials will be provided.  Pick up a kit at the 1st Floor Information Desk while supplies last.

June 1-6: Cross stitch

June 8-13: Crochet

Summer Reading Adult Crafts to Go

All Day
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Explore fiber arts this summer with a different craft to go each week.  All materials will be provided.  Pick up a kit at the 1st Floor Information Desk while supplies last.

June 1-6: Cross stitch

June 8-13: Crochet

Paint Along with Skye: Pool Day

3:30pm–5:00pm
Adults
McClure Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a paint along with our virtual teacher Skye Pratt of Paint Along with Skye on Youtube. All supplies will be provided.

Summer Reading Adult Crafts to Go

All Day
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Explore fiber arts this summer with a different craft to go each week.  All materials will be provided.  Pick up a kit at the 1st Floor Information Desk while supplies last.

June 1-6: Cross stitch

June 8-13: Crochet

Beaded Plants

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
North Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 12-18. Make and take home a plant you can't kill -- made out of beautiful beads. Space & supplies limited, registration required.

Summer Reading Adult Crafts to Go

All Day
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Explore fiber arts this summer with a different craft to go each week.  All materials will be provided.  Pick up a kit at the 1st Floor Information Desk while supplies last.

June 1-6: Cross stitch

June 8-13: Crochet

Animal Crossing Craft Party

3:00pm–5:00pm
All ages
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a craft party based on Animal Crossing! We'll have crafts for kids, teens, and adults, and some light refreshments for everyone! Come celebrate Animal Crossing with us.

As supplies last.

Summer Reading Adult Crafts to Go

All Day
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Explore fiber arts this summer with a different craft to go each week.  All materials will be provided.  Pick up a kit at the 1st Floor Information Desk while supplies last.

June 1-6: Cross stitch

June 8-13: Crochet

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. 

Baby Art

10:30am–11:00am
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a baby friendly art project that you can take home as a keepsake when we're done. Siblings are welcome to help, but supplies are limited to the age-appropriate child. Dress for a possible mess. Ages 0-3.

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a Mess

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

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. 

Yarn & Yap

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
McClure Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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. 

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. 

Catching on to Crafting

6:00pm–7:30pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This monthly drop-in will allow you to raid the available Lakeview art supplies, try new skills, and socialize. Great for all skill levels. Grades 7-12.


 

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. 

Learn Something at the Library: Counted Cross Stitch

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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.