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Wrap and Yap

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

McClure Room at McClure Branch

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Library Branch: McClure Branch

Room: McClure Room

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

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Tired of wrapping gifts alone or having people walk in and ruin their surprises? Bring your gifts to the library and enjoy company, snacks, and the crackle of our virtual fireplace while you wrap!

Ornament Bath Bombs

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch

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Library Branch: Lincoln Branch

Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room

Age Group: All ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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Find a way to relax from the busy, holiday season by making an ornament bath bomb!

Local Teen Author & Craft Fair

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch

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Library Branch: Lakeview Branch

Room: Lakeview Room

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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Shop local for the holidays at our 2nd annual Local Teen Author & Craft Fair! Our young talented crafters, artists, and authors in the community will be selling a wide variety of one-of-a-kind items.

Learn Something at the Library: Open Holiday Craft Time

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch

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Library Branch: Lakeview Branch

Room: Lakeview Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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Choose your own adventure with this open craft time.

Books & Bots Coding Club

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm

North McKenzie Room at North Branch

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Library Branch: North Branch

Room: North McKenzie Room

Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)

Program Type: STEM

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Ages 6-12. Join us each month as we make friends and explore coding, robotics, and real world problem solving. No prior experience required!

Musical Note Wall Art

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

McClure Room at McClure Branch

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Library Branch: McClure Branch

Room: McClure Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Peoria Reads

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Looking for a little post-holiday stress relief? Join us for an afternoon of painting a music-themed wall hanging. All supplies will be provided. Adults only. Registration required.

Countdown to Noon

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:15pm

Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch

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Library Branch: Lakeview Branch

Room: Lakeview Room

Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)

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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.

Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 2/28

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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

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

Tween Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch

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Library Branch: Lakeview Branch

Room: Lakeview Room

Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)

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Ages 10-12. Join us for monthly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, designed just for tweens. Learn the basics of the game and join our quest!

Decorate a Duck

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm

McClure Room at 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

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It's National Rubber Duck Day and we're celebrating by decorating our own rubber ducks. All materials provided.

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All Day	This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Children's Reading Challenge 08/01/2025 @ 12:30am–06/30/2026 @ 11:45pm Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Multiple Locations Offsite Event 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: Multiple Locations Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Reading Challenge Event Details: For young readers who are looking to explore new authors, series, genres, and more, check out our Children's Reading Challenge.
	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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All ages" group Winter Reading Challenge All Day 1/1–2/28 Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages Multiple Locations Offsite Event 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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All ages" group 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!
	This event is in the "All ages" group African-American History Month Display of Hats in Honor of Mae Reeves All Day 2/1–2/28 All ages Lincoln Branch This event is in the "All ages" group 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.
	This event is in the "All ages" group Black History Month Knowledge Quest All Day 2/1–2/28 All ages Lakeview Branch This event is in the "All ages" group Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Age Group: All ages Event Details: In celebration of 100 years of Black History Month, Lakeview Branch will be having a knowledge quest featuring 16 Black heroes who have each made history with their talents and courage.
	This event is in the "Children of all ages" group Lunar New Year Craft Kit To-Go All Day 2/1–2/28 Children of all ages North Branch This event is in the "Children of all ages" group Library Branch: North Branch Age Group: Children of all ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Celebrate and learn about Lunar New Year with a Year of the Horse craft kit to take home!
	This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group STEM to Go All Day 2/1–2/28 Grade School (6 to 12 years) Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Pick up a STEM kit at the Information Desk to take home. It includes materials and simple instructions you'll need to complete the craft. While supplies last.
	This event is in the "All ages" group Take Home Heart Bookmark All Day 2/1–2/28 All ages Lincoln Branch This event is in the "All ages" group Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Age Group: All ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Celebrate Valentine's day and National Library Lovers month with a bookmark you can take home and decorate yourself!
	This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Valentine's Painting Teen Craft To-Go All Day 2/1–2/28 Teens (13 to 18 years) Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Event Details: Pick up a ceramic heart dish and paint to celebrate with a Valentine's Day-themed craft. Available while supplies last.
	Winter Crafts to Go All Day 2/1–2/28 Lincoln Branch Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Pick up a winter-themed craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12.
		This event is in the "All ages" group Celebrating African-American Life and History Book Display All Day 2/2–2/28 All ages Lincoln Branch This event is in the "All ages" group Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Age Group: All ages Event Details: African-American Book Display, celebrating 100 years since the 1st "Negro Week" that was launched by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926.
		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 All Day 2/2–2/28 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 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.
2 am				This event is in the "Adults" group Computer Skills Class 2:00am–3:00pm Adults Main Library Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Open Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Registration Required Event Details: This introductory computer skills class is designed for adults who want to build confidence using a computer in a friendly, supportive library environment.
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10 am			This event is in the "Adults" group Heart Suncatcher Craft 10:00am–11:00am Adults Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Come decorate and make a heart suncatcher to celebrate Valentine's Day. All materials will be provided. 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 Toddler Tales 10:15am–11:00am Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Event Details: Join us for stories and songs each Wednesday! For children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers.		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 "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Great Words, Great Works Storytime 10:00am–11:00am 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 Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main Children's Activity Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Peoria Public Library is the regional sponsor of the Scripps Spelling Bee! Each year the words for the Bee are chosen from a list of children's books. This event is in the "Adults" group Wood Conversation Hearts 10:00am–12:00pm Adults McClure Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Remember those Conversation Hearts that you used to get at Valentine's Day? Come create your own version from wood and paint. Supplies provided. Registration required. Disclaimer(s) Dress for a Mess This activity involves some materials that may get messy. Please wear clothing appropriate for a mess.
11 am			This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Music & Movement 11:15am–11:30am Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Main Library This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group 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. 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 "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Sensory Play 11:00am–12:00pm Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Main Library This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main Children's Activity Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Bring your little one for sensory play fun! Parents are required to stay with their child. Suggested ages for the play items available are 2 to 5. 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. Dress for a Mess This activity involves some materials that may get messy. Please wear clothing appropriate for a mess.
12 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Yoga with Adriene (Virtual) 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 (Virtual) 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.
1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Bibliophiles Book Club 1:30pm–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: Meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Lakeview Branch. For more information, contact Nancy at 309-231-3263 or email nvarness1967@gmail.com
2 pm							This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Alice's Ordinary People: Introduction and Q&A by Director Craig Dudnick 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Main Library This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Auditorium Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: Movie Event Details: Alice Tregay’s story: ordinary people effecting extraordinary change for human rights. Five decades of fearless activism This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Dungeons & Dragons 2:00pm–5:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) North Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Registration Open Library Branch: North Branch Room: North Seminar Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Registration Required Event Details: Ages 13-18. Join us for monthly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, designed just for tweens. Learn the basics of the game and join our quest!
3 pm					This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All ages" group Puzzle Club 3:00pm–5:00pm Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages McClure Branch This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All ages" group Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages Event Details: Join us for Puzzle Club, a relaxing and fun program for all ages! Work together (or solo) on jigsaw puzzles, challenge your brain, and enjoy some friendly conversation. There will be puzzles of varying levels, drop-in any time!		This event is in the "Adults" group Hatha Yoga 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults North Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: North Branch Room: North McKenzie Room Age Group: Adults Event Details: Hatha yoga incorporates three elements – yoga poses, breathing techniques, and meditation. Drop in to learn more! Please bring your own yoga mat. This event is in the "Adults" group Parenting the Neurodivergent Child 3:00pm–4:30pm Adults Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Room Age Group: Adults Event Details: Parenting can be difficult, and parenting the neurodivergent child comes with its own set of challenges. Join Chris Williams and Benjamin Howa
4 pm			This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen STEAM Train 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program! This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Tuesday STEAM Train 4:30pm–5:30pm Grade School (6 to 12 years) Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program!		This event is in the "Children of all ages" group Let's LEGO! 4:00pm–5:00pm Children of all ages North Branch This event is in the "Children of all ages" group Library Branch: North Branch Room: North Beehive Storytime Room Age Group: Children of all ages Program Type: STEM Event Details: Join us to explore your creativity with LEGO! Prompts will be provided, if you need some ideas, but free-building is also encouraged. Recommended for ages 4-12, but families with children outside that range are welcome! This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Thursday STEAM Train 4:00pm–5:00pm Grade School (6 to 12 years) Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program!	This event is in the "Children of all ages" group First Friday Art for Kids 4:00pm–5:00pm Children of all ages North Branch This event is in the "Children of all ages" group Library Branch: North Branch Room: North Beehive Storytime Room Age Group: Children of all ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Explore your creativity with art projects based on a different famous artist every month. Dress for a mess. January - Henri Matisse February - Piet Mondrian March - Yayoi Kusama This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Friday STEAM Train 4:00pm–5:00pm Grade School (6 to 12 years) Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Have an after school group and are looking for a location for fun STEAM activities? Call ahead to Lincoln Branch Library where we have our STEAM Train program! This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Queer Book Club 4:30pm–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 Event Details: Join us each month for books rife with queer characters and experiences!
5 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Zumba! 5:30pm–6:30pm Adults North Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: North Branch Room: North McKenzie Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us at North Branch for a free weekly Zumba session on Monday evenings (excluding holidays) led by certified local instructor, Prathi Kennedy.			This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Valentine's Slime Lab 5:30pm–6:30pm 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 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 Event Details: Join us for this month's slime lab. This month we're making Valentine's themed slime! Call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to reserve your spot.
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Learn Something at the Library: Punch Needle Crafting 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Lakeview Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Learn about the art of punch needle rug making and make your own coaster.		This event is in the "Adults" group Historical Fiction Society 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Study Room South Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: January 7--"The Stolen Queen" by Fiona Davis

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