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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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Children's Reading Challenge

08/01/2025 @ 12:30am–06/30/2026 @ 11:45pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Multiple Locations
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Multiple Locations
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Reading Challenge
Event Details:

For young readers who are looking to explore new authors, series, genres, and more, check out our Children's Reading Challenge.

Closed for Easter

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day 5/23–5/25
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual

Closed for Juneteenth

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch

Closed for Independence Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch

Summer Reading Family Party

5:00pm–8:00pm
Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
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:

A ticketed event for the participants of our Summer Reading Program, a private, full access party at the Peoria Riverfront Museum!

Closed for Labor Day

All Day 9/5–9/7
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch

Closed for Staff Development Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch

Closed for Thanksgiving

11/25/2026 @ 6:00pm–11/27/2026 @ 6:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch

Closed for Christmas

12/23/2026 @ 6:00pm–12/25/2026 @ 6:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch

Closed for New Years Eve

2:00pm–11:45pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch