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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 "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 "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 "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.
Book Box
All Day 6/17 - 6/24
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:
2
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, a small toy or trinket, and a snack.
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
North Branch
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teen Craft-to-Go
All Day 6/20 - 6/30
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by the Peoria Public Library North Branch's information desk and pick up a DIY craft kit for ages 12-18 to take home. Craft kits limited, while supplies last.
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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
24
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
25
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
25
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
26
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 "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
26
2024
Wed
Recycled Flower Art
10:00am - 10:45am
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,
Peoria Reads
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
Using all recycled materials create a piece of art that looks like flowers in vase. Grades K to 5.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
North Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Jun
26
2024
Wed
Safe Sitter Certification ~ FULL !
10:00am - 4:00pm
North Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North McKenzie Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
This course is designed to prepare teens (ages 11-15) to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting.
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Jun
27
2024
Thu
Sweet Girl Treats
10:30am - 12:30pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Outside
Event Details:
Local ice cream and sweets truck, Sweet Girl Treats, will be joining to help us celebrate Marko Polo's music show. Make sure to bring the whole family for music, food, and fun!
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
27
2024
Thu
Marko Polo ~ Award-winning kids musician!
10:30am - 11:30pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North McKenzie Room
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:
Get ready to sing and stomp, wiggle and giggle. It's Marko Polo Music!!!
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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
28
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 "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
25
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
25
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
26
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:
6
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.
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Children of all ages
Main Library
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Jun
26
2024
Wed
Popsicle Stick Uncle Sam
11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come join us in crafting for the upcoming holiday! All supplies provided.
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Jun
28
2024
Fri
Board Games and Puzzles Day
11:00am - 5:00pm
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Event Details:
Come and have some fun with friends or on your own. We will have a variety of games to play and puzzles to put together. All ages are welcome!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
25
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
27
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 "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Jun
23
2024
Sun
Sit and Stitch
1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Seminar Room
Age Group:
All ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Bring a sewing project to work on, and sit and get tips, insight, guidance, and comraderie! All ages and skill levels welcome.
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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
23
2024
Sun
"Love, Simon" Movie Showing
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Movie
Event Details:
To celebrate Pride Month, we are showing Love, Simon (PG-13). Bring your own blankets, pillows, bean bags, and snacks, we'll supply the popcorn and soda.
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
23
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
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Jun
24
2024
Mon
Firework Artwork Workshop
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Make beautiful artwork that looks like fireworks using two different processes. Our paint is messy and stains clothes so come dressed for a mess! Grades K to 5th.
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This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Children of all ages
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Jun
25
2024
Tue
Speak Out for Equality Storytime
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us with Speak Out Illinois LLC for a storytime and craft celebrating equality in all of its forms. This program is co-sponsored by Speak Out Illinois LLC and Lutheran Social Services.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
26
2024
Wed
Mature Readers Book Club
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
The Mature Readers Book Club typically meets on the last Wednesday of each month. January 31 — In the Unlikely Event by Judy Blume
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This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Children of all ages
McClure Branch
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Jun
27
2024
Thu
Marko Polo ~ Award-winning kids musician!
2:30pm - 3:30pm
McClure Branch
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Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Room:
McClure Room
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:
Get ready to sing and stomp, wiggle and giggle. It's Marko Polo Music!!!
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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
24
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 "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
McClure Branch
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Jun
25
2024
Tue
Recycled CD Suncatcher
3:00pm - 4:00pm
McClure Branch
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Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Room:
McClure Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Transform a recycled CD into a beautiful, vibrant suncatcher.
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults
McClure Branch
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
29
2024
Sat
Book Page Bouquet
3:00pm - 4:00pm
McClure Branch
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Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Room:
McClure Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Create a long lasting bouquet of flowers by upcycling a used book.
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This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Jun
27
2024
Thu
Tie Dye Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Room:
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Event Details:
Join us for a tie dye party! Bring a white shirt, pillowcase or pair of socks to dye and we'll supply everything else. Make sure to wear clothes you don't mind staining. Reservation required!
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Jun
28
2024
Fri
Know Your Roots: Midwest Foraging
4:00pm - 5:00pm
McClure Branch
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Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Room:
McClure Room
Age Group:
All ages
Program Type:
Peoria Reads
Event Details:
Join us seasonally for Know Your Roots: Midwest Foraging, where we will learn how to identify local plants and their many uses. No prior experience required. All ages.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
24
2024
Mon
Read On Book Club
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Room:
Lincoln Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Come join the Read On Book Club as we celebrate the literary contributions of African-American authors. We will meet in person at Lincoln Branch. Jan 29: "Far from the Tree" by Virginia Deberry & Donna Grant
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
29
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
North Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
26
2024
Wed
Hooked On Crochet
6:00pm - 7:30pm
North Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Seminar 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
26
2024
Wed
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join our horror themed book club for a horrifyingly good time at The Fieldhouse Bar and Grill. Love of horror is a must, love of brews not required. June 26 - Camp Damascus by Chuck Tingle
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
27
2024
Thu
The Sherlock Holmes Story Society
6:30pm - 7:30pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Seminar Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
This group traditionally meets at 6:30 pm on the 4th Thursday of the month (except for November & December). New members are always welcome, whether you’re a seasoned Sherlockian or a newcomer to the canon!
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Jun
28
2024
Fri
Murder in the Library
7:00pm - 9:15pm
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Inside a regular, ordinary library on a seemingly ordinary day, people read and research and enjoy the peace the library offers.
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