Week Calendar

Name: SAT/ACT Test Study Session
Start: 2024-11-23T13:15:00-06:00
End: 2024-11-23T16:15:00-06:00
Location: North Branch

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SAT/ACT Test Study Session

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 1:15pm - 4:15pm

North McKenzie Room at North Branch

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Library Branch: North Branch

Room: North McKenzie Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)

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Are you taking the ACT or SAT soon? The Peoria Public Library has several resources available to help you prepare! Join us for some quiet study time where you can use the library's resources to prepare for the ACT and SAT.

Diamond Art Coasters

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

McClure Room at McClure Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: McClure Branch

Room: McClure Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 7

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Decorate a set of diamond art coasters to set your drinks on. Seats are limited, registration required.

Teen Craft & Local Author Fair

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch

Room: Lakeview Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), All ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 2

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Shop local for the holidays at our first ever Teen Craft and Local Author fair! Our young talented crafters, artists, and

authors in the community will be selling a wide variety of one-of-a-kind items.

Music in the McKenzie ~ Turas

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North McKenzie Room at North Branch

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Library Branch: North Branch

Room: North McKenzie Room

Age Group: All ages

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We are excited to get our 13th year of Music in the McKenzie started! Please watch our website and social media for upcoming dates and performers. Always free and always open to all ages.

Dec 8: Turas

Illinois Libraries Present ~ The Magic of Raina Telgemeier

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

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Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: All ages

Program Type: Virtual

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The Magic of Raina Telgemeier

Illinois Libraries Present ~ Little Women: The Musical

12/20/2024 @ 2:00pm to 12/22/2024 @ 12:00pm

Virtual

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Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: All ages

Program Type: Virtual

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Little Women: The Musical

Countdown to Noon

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Lakeview Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch

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Library Branch: Lakeview Branch

Room: Lakeview Storytime Room

Age Group: Children of all ages

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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 and lead some guided songs and dances.

Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 2/28

Multiple Locations

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Library Branch: Multiple Locations

Age Group: All ages

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Cozy up with some new reads during the winter months to complete the Winter Reading Challenge! Visit peoriapubliclibrary.beanstack.org to register virtually or pick up a paper log at any of the Peoria Public Library locations to get started!

Illinois Libraries Present ~ Chicago Pizza: Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Virtual

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Chicago Pizza: Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky

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All Day	This event is in the "Children of all ages" group. Kid Librarian All Day 10/1 - 12/31 Children of all ages Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Children of all ages" group. Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Age Group: Children of all ages Event Details: Calling all students at Elise Ford Allen, C.T. Vivian, Annie Jo Gordon, Harold B. Dawson, Trewyn and Whittier! Want to be Lincoln Branch's next Kid Librarian?
	This event is in the "All ages" group. 22VA Veteran Art Show All Day 11/11 - 1/3 All ages Main Library This event is in the "All ages" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main Gallery Age Group: All ages Event Details: 22 Veteran Artists (VA) 22 strives to encourage veterans, especially those battling post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), to express themselves through visual and creative arts as an element of therapy.
	This event is in the "Children of all ages" group. Catch the Gingerbread Person All Day 12/1 - 12/23 Children of all ages Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Children of all ages" group. Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Age Group: Children of all ages Event Details: You CAN catch the gingerbread person! Every night in December our gingerbread person will escape their house and hide somewhere in the children's section.
	This event is in the "Adults" group. Embroidery Hoop Ornament - craft to go for adults! All Day 12/1 - 12/31 Adults Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: This month, pick up an embroidery hoop ornament craft kit to complete at home! While supplies last.
		This event is in the "Adults" group. Herbs and Spice and Everything Nice Club 12/16/2024 @ 9:00am - 12/21/2024 @ 6:00pm Adults McClure Branch Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: McClure Branch Age Group: Adults Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Are you wanting to add a little spice to your meals but don't know where to start?
						This event is in the "All ages" group. Illinois Libraries Present ~ Little Women: The Musical 12/20/2024 @ 2:00pm - 12/22/2024 @ 12:00pm All ages Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "All ages" group. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: All ages Program Type: Virtual Event Details: Little Women: The Musical
10 am		This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group. Wiggles Worms Baby Lapsit Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) North Branch This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group. 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. 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 "All ages" group. Computer Basics ~ online-safety tips, tricks, and more! 10:00am - 11:00am Adults, All ages Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All ages" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults, All ages Program Type: STEM Event Details: Join us to learn about online-safety tips, tricks, and more! This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group. Toddler Tales 10:15am - 10:45am Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group. 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. Open Play Time 10:30am - 11:30am Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) McClure Branch This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group. 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.			This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group. Busy Bees Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) North Branch This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group. 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! 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. DIY Bath Bombs 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults McClure Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Do you have too much stress in your life? Are you looking for a calming activity? Drop in and make some fragrant, relaxing bath bombs. All materials are provided. While supplies last.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Autism Resource Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Room Age Group: Adults 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. This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group. Saturday Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) North Branch This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group. Library Branch: North Branch Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Our suggested age range is 0-7, but children of all ages are welcome.
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12 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. Yoga with Adriene 12:15pm - 12:45pm Adults Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Auditorium Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.		This event is in the "Adults" group. Yoga with Adriene 12:15pm - 12:45pm Adults Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Auditorium Age Group: Adults 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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2 pm	This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Teen Advisory Board (TAB) 2:30pm - 3:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Event Details: Join us and become a part of the decision making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the library is best serving teens.			This event is in the "Adults" group. Mature Readers Book Club 2:00pm - 3:30pm Adults Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. 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
3 pm						This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group. LEGO Builder's Club 3:00pm - 5:00pm Grade School (6 to 12 years) Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group. Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Storytime Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Calling all LEGO fans!!! Join us at Lakeview Branch for our drop-in Lego Builders' Club. Come in for part of the time or stay for the entire two hours of play. Third Friday of each month.
4 pm	This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Christmas Vacation Movie Screening 4:00pm - 5:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: Movie Event Details: The Griswold family is coming to the screen at Peoria Public Library! Wear your favorite festive shirt and come ready to drink some egg nog as we watch Christmas Vacation (1989, rated PG-13).	This event is in the "Adults" group. Thrills, Chills, & Plot Twists 4:30pm - 5:30pm Adults McClure Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Are you into mysteries, but whodonits aren't your thing? Join us for the Thrills, Chills, & Plot Twists Book Club. We will meet on the 3rd Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30. June 17: Happiness Falls by Angie Kim				This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Slime Lab 4:00pm - 5:00pm Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Lincoln Branch Registration This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. 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: STEM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Join us for another amazing slime lab. This month we're making snow slime! Call 309-497-2600 or register online to reserve your spot.
5 pm		This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Winter Snowglobe Craft 5:00pm - 6:30pm Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Lincoln Branch Registration This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. 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: 16 Event Details: Come make your very own custom snowglobe using a glass jar! We will be using modeling clay and glitter to make our own wintery snowscapes. Be sure to register online as spots will be limited. Reservation Peoria City/County Health Department Board Meeting 5:00pm - 8:00pm North Branch This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: North Branch Room: North McKenzie Room Purpose of Meeting monthly board meeting
6 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Trivia Night 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Lakeview Branch Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Room Age Group: Adults Registration Required Seats Remaining: 50 Event Details: This year, "we’re gonna have the hap-hap-happiest Christmas" at the Library by hosting National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Trivia Night.		This event is in the "Adults" group. Sugar & Spice Book Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: If you’ve been on the #spicy side of BookTok, you’ll love this new contemporary romance book club that meets every third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Sugar! July 16 - The Pucking Wrong Number by C.R. Jane	This event is in the "Adults" group. Cozy Mystery Book Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Calling all cozy mystery lovers! Join us for our Cozy Mystery Book Club. Each month, we will read and discuss a cozy mystery, usually the first in a series.	This event is in the "Adults" group. The Sherlock Holmes Story Society 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults North Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. 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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