Lakeview Branch

10:00am-8:00pm

Lakeview Branch
1137 W. Lake Ave.
Peoria, IL 61614
United States

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Sun: 12:00pm-5:00pm

Mon-Wed: 10:00am-8:00pm

Thu: Closed

Fri-Sat: 10:00am-6:00pm

Lincoln Branch

10:00am-8:00pm

Lincoln Branch
1312 W. Lincoln Ave.
Peoria, IL 61605
United States

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Sun: 12:00pm-5:00pm

Mon-Tue: 10:00am-8:00pm

Wed: Closed

Thu: 10:00am-8:00pm

Fri-Sat: 10:00am-6:00pm

Main Library

9:00am-6:00pm

Main Library
107 N.E. Monroe St
Peoria, IL 61602
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon-Sat: 9:00am-6:00pm

McClure Branch

9:00am-6:00pm

McClure Branch
315 W. McClure Ave.
Peoria, IL 61604
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon-Sat: 9:00am-6:00pm

North Branch

Closed

North Branch
3001 W. Grand Parkway
Peoria, IL 61615
United States

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Sun: 12:00pm-5:00pm

Mon: 10:00am-8:00pm

Tue: Closed

Wed-Thu: 10:00am-8:00pm

Fri-Sat: 10:00am-6:00pm

Week Calendar

Featured Events

winter reading

Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 2/28

Multiple Locations

Library Branch: Multiple Locations

Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages

Program Type: Reading Challenge

Event Details:

Cozy up with some new reads during the winter months to complete the Winter Reading Challenge!

black history month

Black History Month Display of Hats in Honor of Mae Reeves

All Day 2/1 - 2/28

Lincoln Branch

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch

Age Group: All ages

Event Details:

Display of Women Hats will be the focus for the month of February, in honor of Mae Reeves. The first African American woman from Philadelphia whom in 1942, became an entrepreneur by opening her hat shop, called Mae's Millinery. Ms.

plant craft

Propagation Station Craft

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main 1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room

Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Join us to create your own Propagation Station! This viral craft allows plant parents and beginners alike to propagate plants in a contained space.

valentines craft

"I Love You 'Alotl'" Axolotl Crafts

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch

Library Branch: North Branch

Room: North Beehive Storytime Room

Age Group: Children of all ages

Event Details:

Need some quick handmade Valentines gifts? Or just a really big fan of axolotls? Join us for some axolotl themed crafts!

dumplings

Chinese New Year Dumplings

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch

Room: Lakeview Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us at for a festive dumpling-making demonstration in honor of Chinese New Year. Learn about the cultural significance of dumplings and watch step-by-step techniques from our presenter.

tech check

Tech Check and Chat

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am

North Seminar Room at North Branch

Library Branch: North Branch

Room: North Seminar Room

Age Group: Adults

Event Details:

Sip coffee and socialize while learning basic tech skills in a relaxed environment with this new monthly series.

arts and crafts

Black History Month: Alma Thomas-Inspired Art

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

McClure Room at McClure Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: McClure Branch

Room: McClure Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Alma Thomas was the first Black woman to have a solo exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art. Her abstract art is influenced by nature and it will be our inspiration as we create paintings in her style. All supplies provided.

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (5/11)	Mon (5/12)	Tue (5/13)	Wed (5/14)	Thu (5/15)	Fri (5/16)	Sat (5/17)
All Day	This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Crafts to Go 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
	This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Pinch Pot Teen Craft To Go All Day 5/1–5/31 Teens (13 to 18 years) Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Pick up a kit with air dry clay and instructions to make your own pinch pot at home! Available while supplies last.
10 am							This event is in the "Adults" group Party Parasol Wreath 10:00am–12:00pm Adults McClure Branch At Capacity Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group At Capacity Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Are you ready to embrace the summer vibe? Join us on Saturday to create a bright, summer-ready wreath, perfect for your front door. Registration is required. All supplies provided.
11 am
12 pm	This event is in the "All ages" group Sit 'n Stitch 12:00pm–1:00pm All ages North Branch This event is in the "All ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Branch Room: North Seminar Room Age Group: All ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Bring your sewing, knitting, crochet, or other handcrafting project and join us for monthly times to share progress, get help, and meet fellow crafters.
1 pm
2 pm					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 Thursday Afternoon Craft-tivity 2:00pm–3:30pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Event Details: Join us monthly for a fun activity or craft, adjusted for all ages & skill levels. As supply lasts. Exact activities offered subject to change.		This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Digital Art 2:00pm–3:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Computer Lab Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM Event Details: Love drawing but don't love paying for art supplies? Join our Teen Digital Art club where we have brand new drawing tablets for you to learn and use. Polish your digital art skills and learn just how fun this hobby can be!
3 pm
4 pm	Closing Mother's Day ~ early closing 4:00pm–5:00pm Some Branches Branches: Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, North Branch Description: The Library will close at 4pm on Mother's Day.		This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Tuesday Teen Workshop 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.		This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Thursday Stem Club 4:00pm–5:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Computer Lab 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.	This event is in the "Children of all ages" group Friday After School Crafts 4:00pm–5:00pm Children of all ages Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Children of all ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
5 pm					This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Viral Craft Club 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Try out a new craft that's gone viral on Tiktok, Pinterest and more on the 3rd Thursday of every month! This month, we're trying punch needle art!
6 pm			This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Catching on to Crochet 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.