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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan-Dec
1
2024
Adult Reading Challenge
All Day 1/1 - 12/1
Virtual
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Read with us, Peoria! Find a new book or author each month, letting our themes inspire you! Log your reading on Beanstack to enter a monthly drawing for a gift card to a local business. We will celebrate with a party at the end of the year.
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This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Children of all ages
North Branch
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Butterfly Life Cycle & Release ** JUNE 21 **
All Day 6/1 - 6/21
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Program Type:
Storytime,
STEM
Event Details:
Get a look at the butterfly life cycle up close! Watch as our caterpillars spin cocoons and emerge as butterflies. The butterflies will be released after one of our storytimes in June. We won't know for sure which date until later
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Animal Origami Craft to go
All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
We will have craft kits for tweens and teens to make their own origami animal during the month of June. A limited number of kits are available so get one while supplies last!
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Cicada Celebration Craft Contest
All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Age Group:
All ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Brood XIII is emerging after a 17 year "sleep." Let's celebrate their arrival! Stop by the Info Desk on the Second Floor and pick up your blank cicada model. From there, take it home and let your creativity run wild.
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Go Green to Protect the Blue – National Ocean Month Library Challenge
All Day 6/1 - 6/30
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Event Details:
Everyone can help protect our oceans and inland waterways and improve the lives of countless water-dwelling creatures!
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
All ages
Multiple Locations
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Great Outdoors Month Hiking Challenge
All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Multiple Locations
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Library Branch:
Multiple Locations
Event Details:
Join us for the third annual Great Outdoors Month Hiking Challenge! Pick up a challenge sheet at any Peoria Public Library location to help you track how many trails you trek in June.
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This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
06/04/2024 @ 12:00pm - 06/10/2024 @ 2:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Book Box
06/04/2024 @ 12:00pm - 06/10/2024 @ 2:00pm
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Bring the excitement of mystery boxes to your children this summer! Throughout the summer we'll offer mystery book boxes that include a book to check out, an activity sheet, bookmark, a small toy or trinket, and a snack.
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
All ages
Multiple Locations
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Jun-Jul
2024
Summer Reading 2024: Read * Renew * Repeat
All Day 6/10 - 7/20
Multiple Locations
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Library Branch:
Multiple Locations
Event Details:
Are you ready to play bingo with us? We have created a bingo card full of reading and fun activities for all ages! Play online or the old-fashioned (paper) way - you choose!
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
06/10/2024 @ 10:00am - 07/20/2024 @ 6:00pm
All ages
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Jun-Jul
2024
Obstacle Course
06/10/2024 @ 10:00am - 07/20/2024 @ 6:00pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Outside
Event Details:
Jump, skip, and twist your way into the Lakeview branch by enjoying the duct tape and chalk obstacle course along the front sidewalk!
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
North Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Jun
10
2024
Mon
Wiggle Worms Storytime
10:30am - 11:15am
North Branch
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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 0-24 months.
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Jun
11
2024
Tue
Toddler Tales
10:15am - 10:45am
Lakeview Branch
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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.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
McClure Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Jun
11
2024
Tue
Open Play Time
10:30am - 11:30am
McClure Branch
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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.
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This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Children of all ages
Off Site
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Jun
12
2024
Wed
Storytime at Luthy Botanical Gardens
10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
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Age Group:
Children of all ages
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Come join us for Storytime at the Luthy Botanical Gardens, located at 2520 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL 61603.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
North Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
12
2024
Wed
Crafting for Adults
10:30am - 12:30pm
North Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North McKenzie Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
June - Patriotic Tote Bag
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
North Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Jun
14
2024
Fri
Busy Bees Storytime
10:30am - 11:15am
North Branch
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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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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
15
2024
Sat
Lattes and Lit Book Club
10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
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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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
15
2024
Sat
Autism Resource Group
10:00am - 12:00pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Event Details:
Are you a parent of a child or teen with Autism Spectrum Disorder? Join us on the third Saturday of each month for resource sharing and support.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
10
2024
Mon
Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group
11:00am - 12:00pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Seminar Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
The Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group meets on the second Monday of the month at 11 a.m. (except in October when it is the third Monday.)
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Main Library
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Jun
11
2024
Tue
Music & Movement Storytime
11:15am - 11:45am
Main Library
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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 and movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Jun
11
2024
Tue
Toddler Tales
11:15am - 11:45am
Lakeview Branch
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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.
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Main Library
At Capacity
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Jun
12
2024
Wed
Seedling Science
11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Main Children's Activity Room
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type:
STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
Bring your little scientists ages 3 through 5 years for an introduction to the scientific method and to have some science fun. We'll be questioning, investigating, experimenting and figuring it out together.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
11
2024
Tue
Yoga with Adriene
12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Main LL2 Auditorium
Event Details:
Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.
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This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Children of all ages
North Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Jun
13
2024
Thu
Summertime Teddy Bear Tea
12:00pm - 2:00pm
North Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Outside
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Program Type:
Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Come dressed for a summer teatime, and bring your favorite stuffed friend, too! You will enjoy snacks and refreshments as well as crafts, a story, and a small lesson on etiquette. Space is limited, registration required.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
13
2024
Thu
Yoga with Adriene
12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Main LL2 Auditorium
Event Details:
Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.
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This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Children of all ages
North Branch
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Jun
9
2024
Sun
DIY for Dad
2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Make a Father's Day gift for Dad or another important person in your life! We'll open up our craft cabinets and provide a few ideas, but the the kids' creativity is the real force behind this program.
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Children of all ages,
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Jun
9
2024
Sun
Sunday Game Days
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Room:
Lincoln Computer Lab
Age Group:
Children of all ages,
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:
Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets, and our Computer Lab open for game time.
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This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Jun
11
2024
Tue
DIY Wind Chimes
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Follow step-by-step instructions to create a beautiful wind chime to enjoy this summer! Grades 3 to 6.
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This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Children of all ages,
All ages
North Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Jun
12
2024
Wed
Conserving Illinois Habitats with Forest Park Nature Center
2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North McKenzie Room
Age Group:
Children of all ages,
All ages
Program Type:
Peoria Reads,
STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
73
Event Details:
Learn about Illinois wildlife, habitats, and eco-systems through hands-on activities designed by Forest Park Nature Center, including meeting an FPNC animal ambassador.
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Jun
14
2024
Fri
Juneteenth Bling!
2:30pm - 5:30pm
McClure Branch
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Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Room:
McClure Room
Age Group:
All ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Drop-in to celebrate Juneteenth in style by creating themed bracelets, necklaces, & earrings!
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Jun
15
2024
Sat
Anime/Manga Club
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Book Club,
Movie
Event Details:
This casual group is perfect for new or long time fans of anime and manga. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
9
2024
Sun
Biography & Non-Fiction Book Club
3:00pm - 4:30pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Seminar Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
The Biography and Nonfiction Book Club meets the second Sunday of each month (third Sunday in May). New members are always welcome!
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Jun
10
2024
Mon
A Big Small World
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Room:
Lincoln Computer Lab
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
STEM
Event Details:
We want to inspire the scientists of tomorrow! This summer we will be exploring our world in ways you never imagined. From the microscopic biomes all around us to our interstellar neighborhood.
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Jun
11
2024
Tue
Play-Doh Club
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
STEM
Event Details:
Children learn vital skills, such as sharing and creativity, and help to sharpen fine motor skills by molding and rolling dough which later helps kids with writing and using scissors.
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This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lincoln Branch
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Jun
13
2024
Thu
Make Your Own Ice Cream
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Room:
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Event Details:
Join us to make your own delicious vanilla ice cream from scratch!
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North McKenzie Room
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
15
2024
Sat
Yoga with Adriene
5:15pm - 5:45pm
McClure Branch
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Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Room:
McClure Room
Event Details:
Join us for a free online yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene. Doors open at 5:00 and video starts at 5:15.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
10
2024
Mon
Learn Something at the Library: Recycled Dog Toys
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Bring your own old t-shirt and socks, and learn how to transform them into toys for man's best friend.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
10
2024
Mon
Science Fiction/Fantasy Reading Group
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join us on the second Monday of each month to discuss a variety of sci-fi and fantasy titles, from classics to contemporary!
New members and visitors are always welcome!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
North Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
12
2024
Wed
Hooked On Crochet
6:00pm - 7:30pm
North Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Always wanted to learn to crochet? Here's your chance! Learn the basics and discover tips, tricks, and more stitches than you can shake a hook at! Yarn and hooks will be provided.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
12
2024
Wed
Twelve Tropes of Romance Book Club
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Are you a fan of feel good romance novels that take place in modern day? Is there a specific romance trope you love so much you'll read anything with that trope?
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Cancelled
Adults
North Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
12
2024
Wed
Cancelled
Conservation in Farming
6:30pm - 8:00pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North McKenzie Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Peoria Reads
Event Details:
Hear from a panel of Peoria County farmers, including Farm Bureau Director Patrick Kirchhofer, about the conservation practices they use on their farms.
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