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This event is in the "All ages" group.
All ages
Multiple Locations
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Jan-Feb
2025
Winter Reading Challenge
All Day 1/1 - 2/28
Multiple Locations
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Library Branch:
Multiple Locations
Event Details:
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!
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
01/02/2025 @ 9:00am - 12/30/2025 @ 6:00pm
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years),
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Main Library
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Jan-Dec
2025
Crafts to Go
01/02/2025 @ 9:00am - 12/30/2025 @ 6:00pm
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.
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This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Children of all ages
Lincoln Branch
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Graphic Novel Checkout Challenge
All Day 2/1 - 2/14
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:
Check out any graphic novel at the Lincoln Branch and enter to win 6 free tickets to see the new Dog Man movie with the whole family!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Celebrating African American History Month
All Day 2/1 - 2/16
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Event Details:
February is African-American History Month - please join us for an epic book display honoring the struggles and contributions of African-Americans throughout history.
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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.
Pokémon Coloring Contest
All Day 2/1 - 2/22
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Break out your art kits and enter our Pokémon coloring contest! Stop by Lakeview Branch and select your coloring sheet. Return the coloring page to Lakeview Branch by February 22 and your creation will be on display February 23-March 1.
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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.
African Unity Beaded Bracelet Craft
All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Pick up the supplies to make an African Unity Beaded Bracelet to wear. A Black History Month bookmark is included. Available while supplies last.
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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.
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:
To celebrate Black History Month, we are having a scavenger hunt featuring Black heroes! Stop at the front desk for more details to participate.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
02/10/2025 @ 9:00am - 02/15/2025 @ 6:00pm
Adults
McClure Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Herbs and Spice and Everything Nice
02/10/2025 @ 9:00am - 02/15/2025 @ 6:00pm
McClure Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Are you wanting to add a little spice to your meals but don't know where to start?
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
02/10/2025 @ 10:00am - 02/14/2025 @ 6:00pm
Adults
Lincoln Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
I Have a Crush on You!
02/10/2025 @ 10:00am - 02/14/2025 @ 6:00pm
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Event Details:
Come check out our "I Have a Crush on You" book display! We are celebrating the month of February and Valentine's Day with a good book and a CRUSH surprise that you can share with a loved one!
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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.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Wiggle Worms Baby Lapsit Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
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.
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.
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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.
Feb
11
2025
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Jane Austen Book Club
10:30am - 11:30am
Off Site
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join us at the Peoria Historical Society's Flanagan House Museum as we discuss the works of Jane Austen. February 11 - Sense and Sensibility April 8 - Pride and Prejudice June 10 - Mansfield Park
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.
Feb
11
2025
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 "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.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Sign and Sing Storytime with Communication Junction
10:30am - 11:00am
McClure Branch
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Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Room:
McClure Room
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, songs, movement and bubbles.
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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.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Busy Bees Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
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!
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
15
2025
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 "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.
Feb
15
2025
Sat
Wiggle Worms Weekend Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
The Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group
11:45am - 12:30pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Seminar Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
The 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.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Music & Movement
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, movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old.
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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.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Little Builders
11:00am - 12:00pm
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:
STEM
Event Details:
Engage with your little ones ages 3-6 at a special building program. You and your child can sample a variety of fun kid building toys during the hour long program. Experiment with new building materials or revisit some old favorites.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)
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.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)
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 "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)
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Feb
9
2025
Sun
Pokémon Club
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:
Join us for our monthly Pokemon Club. During each club session you can play Pokemon TCG, work on a Pokemon craft or coloring page, and join in for some light hearted trivia while meeting fellow Pokemon fans.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Wednesday Matinee
2:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Main LL2 Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Movie
Event Details:
Seniors - please join us for Wednesday Matinees! Each month we will watch a classic movie. Light snacks will be provided. February's feature is "A Raisin in the Sun," starring Sidney Poitier, Claudia McNeil, and Ruby Dee.
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This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Children of all ages,
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years),
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
North Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Thursday Afternoon Craft-tivity
2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children of all ages,
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years),
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
29
Event Details:
Join us monthly for a fun activity or craft, adjusted for all ages & skill levels. Registration recommended to ensure supplies. Non-registered participants on as supply lasts. Exact activities offered subject to change.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
9
2025
Sun
Biography & Non-Fiction Book Club
3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Seminar Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
The Biography and Nonfiction Book Club meets the second Sunday of each month (unless re-scheduled because of holidays/weather). New members are always welcome! For more information, please call Roberta at 309-264-1966.
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Main Library
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Teen Art Lab: Cardboard Portraits
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Main 1st Floor Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Creativity challenge: convey someone's likeness ... in cardboard! Do you think you are up to the task? Join us and see what you can do. We'll have cardboard, glue, duct tape ... and snacks. Teens only. Bring a friend!
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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.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Tuesday Teen Workshop
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Room:
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
STEM
Event Details:
Tuesday Teen Workshop is an after school program for neighborhood teens. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects all with a STEM focus. Please call us at 309-497-2600 to register as space is limited.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Cancelled
Adults
McClure Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Cancelled
Thrills, Chills & Plot Twists
4:30pm - 5:30pm
McClure Branch
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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 2nd Wednesday of the month from 4:30-5:30. January 8, 2025 - Northwoods by Amy Pease
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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.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
ACT Prep Class
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Room:
Lincoln Computer Lab
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:
Learn ACT tips and tricks from Peoria High School English teacher, Jane Aldridge. Our weekly classes will meet every Thursday in February. Ms.
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
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Thursday Stem Club
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Room:
Lincoln Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
STEM
Event Details:
Thursday Stem Club is an after school program for neighborhood middle schoolers. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects all with a STEM focus. Please call us at 309-497-2600 to register as space is limited.
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This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Children of all ages
Lincoln Branch
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Friday After School Crafts
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Room:
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime,
STEM
Event Details:
Friday After School Crafts is an after school program for neighborhood grade schoolers. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects. Please call us at 309-497-2600 to register as space is limited.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Black History Month Trivia
4:30pm - 5:30pm
McClure Branch
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Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Room:
McClure Room
Event Details:
Test your knowledge of Black pop culture at the McClure Branch.
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Feb
13
2025
Thu
Library Board Strategic Planning Committee Meeting
5:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Main 2nd Floor Community Room
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Science Fiction | Fantasy Book Club
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join us on the second Monday of the month at Lakeview Branch. The October meeting takes place off-site, as the Peoria Public Library locations is closed for Staff Development Day.
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This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lincoln Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
No-Bake Cookie Craft
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
Make some delicious heart-shaped cookies with no oven required! Registration is required for this program.
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.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Catching on to Crochet
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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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.
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