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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 "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Juvenile Fiction March Madness
All Day 3/1 - 3/31
North Branch
Library Branch:
North Branch
Event Details:
Vote on your favorite Juvenile Fiction titles and see which book wins our March Madness Bracket!
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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.
March Madness: Classic Video Game Characters
All Day 3/1 - 3/31
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:
During the month of March, come vote on your favorite classic video game character each week. By the end of March Madness, only one character will reign champion! For children of all ages.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
03/01/2025 @ 12:00am - 05/31/2025 @ 11:45pm
Adults
Virtual
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar-May
2025
Spring Fling Reading Challenge
03/01/2025 @ 12:00am - 05/31/2025 @ 11:45pm
Virtual
Event Details:
Are you looking for a light and breezy reading challenge this spring? Are you looking for motivation to help you hit your 2025 reading goals?
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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.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years),
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Super Mario Scavenger Hunt
All Day 3/9 - 3/15
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years),
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Event Details:
Uh oh! Mario's enemies have taken over the library! Help Mario and Luigi find them all before it's too late. Turn in your scavenger hunt card for a prize when you're finished.
Ages 4 to 12.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
03/10/2025 @ 9:00am - 03/15/2025 @ 6:00pm
Adults
McClure Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Herbs and Spice and Everything Nice
03/10/2025 @ 9:00am - 03/15/2025 @ 6:00pm
McClure Branch
Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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 "Children of all ages" group.
Children of all ages
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
Super Mar10 Day: Drop In Power Up Craft
10:00am - 12:30pm
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Drop in to make an easy power up craft for fireballs or a star. Children of all ages.
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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.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
Toddler Tales
10:15am - 10:45am
Lakeview Branch
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.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
Open Play Time
10:30am - 11:30am
McClure Branch
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.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Sign and Sing Storytime with Communication Junction
10:30am - 11:00am
McClure Branch
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.
Mar
14
2025
Fri
Busy Bees Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
North Branch
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.
Mar
15
2025
Sat
Lattes and Lit Book Club
10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
The Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group
11:45am - 12:30pm
North Branch
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.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
Music & Movement
11:15am - 11:45am
Main Library
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.
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Little Builders
11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
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 years at a special building program. You and your child can sample a variety of fun kid building toys during the hour long program. Experiment
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)
12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main Library
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.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Yoga with Adriene (Virtual)
12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main Library
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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1 pm |
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.
Mar
9
2025
Sun
Pokemon Club
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lakeview Branch
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.
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Wednesday Matinee
2:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Main LL2 Conference Room
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. March's feature is "You Can't Take it With You," starring James Stewart, Jean Arthur, and Lionel Barrymore.
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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
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.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Thursday Afternoon Craft-tivity
2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Branch
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:
30
Event Details:
Join us monthly for a fun activity or craft, adjusted for all ages & skill levels. Registration required for all participants to ensure accurate supplies. Exact activities offered subject to change.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
9
2025
Sun
Biography & Non-Fiction Book Club
3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Branch
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
15
2025
Sat
DIY Bath Bombs
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Event Details:
Do you have too much stress in your life? Are you looking for a calming activity? Join us in making some fragrant, relaxing bath bombs. All materials are provided.
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
Super Mar10 Day: The Super Mario Bros Movie Screening
4:00pm - 5:45pm
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Age Group:
All ages
Program Type:
Movie
Event Details:
Celebrate Super Mar10 Day with a movie showing of The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Bring your favorite snack and a beverage and watch everyone's favorite plumbers in our Lakeview Room.
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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.
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Book Bonanza
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:
Hey kids! Are you looking for your next great read? Do you love books, but struggle to find one that appeals to you?
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Thrills, Chills & Plot Twists
4:30pm - 5:30pm
McClure Branch
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 "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.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
Super Mar10 Day: Mario Character Perler Bead Workshop
6:15pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Event Details:
Turn some of your favorite characters from the Super Mario franchise into perler bead creations using patterns that are provided. We will be using irons so come prepared to work with tiny beads and a heat source.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
Science Fiction | Fantasy Book Club
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
Catching on to Crochet
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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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