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wrap and yap

Wrap and Yap

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Tired of wrapping gifts alone or having people walk in and ruin their surprises? Bring your gifts to the library and enjoy company, snacks, and the crackle of our virtual fireplace while you wrap!

bath bombs

Ornament Bath Bombs

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Find a way to relax from the busy, holiday season by making an ornament bath bomb! 

art and author fair

Local Teen Author & Craft Fair

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Shop local for the holidays at our 2nd annual Local Teen Author & Craft Fair! Our young talented crafters, artists, and authors in the community will be selling a wide variety of one-of-a-kind items.

learn at the library

Learn Something at the Library: Open Holiday Craft Time

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Choose your own adventure with this open craft time.  

coding club

Books & Bots Coding Club

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
North McKenzie Room at North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Ages 6-12. Join us each month as we make friends and explore coding, robotics, and real world problem solving. No prior experience required!

arts and crafts

Musical Note Wall Art

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Peoria Reads
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a little post-holiday stress relief? Join us for an afternoon of painting a music-themed wall hanging. All supplies will be provided. Adults only. Registration required. 

new years

Countdown to Noon

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Let your little ones ring in the new year by counting down to noon! We'll have coloring pages, crafts, snacks, a photo booth, and dancing! At 11:45 we'll start a special countdown to noon.

winter reading

Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 2/28
Multiple Locations
Library Branch: Multiple Locations
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: Reading Challenge
Event Details:

Cozy up with some new reads during the winter months to complete the Winter Reading Challenge!

Tween Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Registration Required
Event Details:

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! 

Decorate a Duck

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

It's National Rubber Duck Day and we're celebrating by decorating our own rubber ducks.  All materials provided.

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Crafts to Go

01/02/2025 @ 9:00am–12/30/2025 @ 6:00pm
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12.  Preschool craft kits also available for ages 2 to 5.

Winter-Themed Crafts to Go

All Day 12/1–12/31
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the library to pick up a winter-themed craft kit to take home. Available all month long. While supplies last. 

Teen Art Lab: Sock Snowmen

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 2nd Floor Community Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Could you use a little break?  A time to let the creative side of your brain lead?  Would you like to craft something that you could use as a holiday gift?  Drop in and create the cutest snowman from a sock!

First Friday Art for Kids

4:00pm–5:00pm
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:

Explore your creativity with art projects based on a different famous artist every month. Dress for a mess. 

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.

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.

Sit n' Stitch

12:00pm–1:00pm
All ages
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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!

DIY Book Page Trees

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

Who doesn't need a little extra holiday décor? Join us as we use book pages to create winter trees. Adults only. Registration required.

Ornament Bath Bombs

4:30pm–5:30pm
All ages
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Find a way to relax from the busy, holiday season by making an ornament bath bomb! 

Tuesday STEAM Train

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children of all ages
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie, Storytime, 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!

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. 

Drop In: Holiday Twig Ornaments

3:00pm–4:30pm
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:

Simple crafts with simple materials.  Take a minute to slow down the noise and spend a little time in a creative headspace.  All materials provided.  Open to all ages.

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.

Masterpieces at Main: Wood Slice Photo Ornament

10:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If a hike in the woods or "farmhouse chic" are right up your alley, this may be the craft for you.  You will learn to transfer photos using Mod Podge.  *****BRING 3 DIFFERENT PHOTOS THAT WOULD YOU WOULD LIKE TO TRANSFER.

Local Teen Author & Craft Fair

1:00pm–4:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), All ages
Lakeview Branch
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Shop local for the holidays at our 2nd annual Local Teen Author & Craft Fair! Our young talented crafters, artists, and authors in the community will be selling a wide variety of one-of-a-kind items.

Bedazzle A Book

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

Bedazzle a Book is just what it sounds like: bedazzling your favorite books! Make that perfect personalized gift for the holidays or create a gorgeous new coffee table decoration.

Learn Something at the Library: Open Holiday Craft Time

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

Choose your own adventure with this open craft time.  

Tuesday STEAM Train

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children of all ages
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie, Storytime, 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!

Viral Craft Club: Felt Ornaments

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Try out a new craft that's gone viral on Tiktok, Pinterest and more on the 3rd Thursday of every month! This month, we're making felt ornaments! Call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to register.

Pom-Pom Pinecone Ornaments

4:00pm–5:30pm
Adults
McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you still have space on your Christmas tree? Are you wanting to add a little pop of color to your evergreen? Join us for an afternoon of crafting as we make colorful pinecone ornaments.

Bookmark of the Month: Confetti Bookmark

10:00am–11:00am
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
McClure Branch
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create this month's bookmark of the month with confetti. 

Winter Spirit Decorations

All Day 12/21–12/22
Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
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:

This winter when you visit the Lakeview Branch, help us get in the winter spirit by coloring a snowman, gnome, or penguin for us to hang on our walls and doors. You can also color a second decoration to take home with you.

Winter Solstice Crafts

12:30pm–1:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate the shortest day of the year and the beginning of the return of light with two traditional Winter Solstice Crafts: Herb Sachets & Orange Pommanders! Drop in craft, but limited quantities. As supplies lasts.

Decorate-a-Tray

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

Looking for a last minute gift or just a cute craft to keep for yourself? Decorate a small tray using paint and decoupage.

Close early

6:00pm–6:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
Description:

All locations will close at 6pm on December 23.

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24–12/25
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
Description:

All locations will be closed Dec 24 & 25 for Christmas.