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

10:00am-8:00pm

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

chemistry

Colorful Chemistry Lab

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch

Registration Open

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

Event Details:

Want to learn about chemistry and still have fun? Visit the Lincoln Branch as we demonstrate some exciting and colorful chemical reactions!

art explorers

Pint-Sized Art Explorers

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Children's Activity Room at Main Library

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main Children's Activity Room

Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Little art enthusiasts aged 3-6 will have opportunities to explore multiple art mediums and skills in this new program that aims to put the process of art ahead of the product.

computer skills

Computer Skills Class

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: STEM

Event Details:

This introductory workshop is designed for adults who are new to computers or need a refresher on the basics.

arts and crafts

Gnome of the Month - Cross Stitch Gnome

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

McClure Room at McClure Branch

Waitlist

Library Branch: McClure Branch

Room: McClure Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Do you love gnomes? If so, join us for our Gnome of the Month craft. Each month we'll be making a different gnome. This month we will be creating a counted cross stitch gnome. Registration required.

lindbergh

Author Event: The Lindbergh Kidnapping and The Origin of the Viral Conspiracy Theory

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main LL2 Auditorium

Age Group: Adults

Event Details:

Author Dr. John D. Van Dyke joins us to discuss his book, The Lindbergh Kidnapping and The Origin of the Viral Conspiracy Theory.

National Library Week: Find Your Joy!

All Day 4/19 - 4/25

North Branch

Library Branch: North Branch

Age Group: All ages

Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week 2026 at North Branch! This year's theme is "Find Your Joy," so share how the library brings you joy on our banner.

librarians

Screening of "The Librarians" at Peoria Riverfront Museum

Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Off Site

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Movie

Event Details:

Join Peoria Public Library at the Peoria Riverfront Museum for a free screening of The Librarians.

About The Librarians Film:

computer skills

Computer Skills Class

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library

Registration Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: STEM

Registration Required

Event Details:

This introductory workshop is designed for adults who are new to computers or need a refresher on the basics.

Library Tools That Will Bring You Joy

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

North Seminar Room at North Branch

Library Branch: North Branch

Room: North Seminar Room

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

Event Details:

This year's National Library Week theme is "Find your Joy," so we are working to raise awareness of all the ways that the library can help you thrive. Did you know that the library provides a great deal more than just books, or even e-books?

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 (4/12)	Mon (4/13)	Tue (4/14)	Wed (4/15)	Thu (4/16)	Fri (4/17)	Sat (4/18)
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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Air Dry Clay Dessert Teen Craft To-Go All Day 4/1–4/30 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 supplies to make a mini air dry clay dessert. Available while supplies last.
	This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Summer Reading Sticker Contest All Day 4/1–4/30 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 Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Event Details: Get ready for our annual summer reading program and design a sticker with this year's theme: Plant a Seed, Read. Pick up an entry form at the Lincoln Branch and drop the completed form back off by the end of the month to enter.
	This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Book Box All Day 4/1–4/30 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: Back for another summer, stop by the Lincoln Branch and pick up a welcome packet for a Teen Book Box. Fill out a survey to tell us what you love (and hate) to read and we'll put together boxes for May, June and July with:
10 am							This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Self-Defense Workshop 10:00am–12:00pm 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 Event Details: Join us for a 2-hour women's basic self-defense seminar taught by a veteran Peoria Police officer and Jiu-Jitsu instructor.
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12 pm
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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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All ages" group Music in the McKenzie ~ 2026 2:00pm–4:00pm Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages 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 This event is in the "Adults" group 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 McKenzie Room 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 Event Details: January 11 - Still Shine February 8 - Bones Jugs March 8 - Nathan Taylor Band						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 Full Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Full 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 teens. 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! 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.
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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group ¡Viva Literatura! 4:30pm–5:30pm 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 2nd Floor Community Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: ¡Viva Literatura! is a Latinx book club dedicated to representing Latin American literature for Teens and Adults in alternating months.
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 Colorful Chemistry Lab 5:30pm–6:30pm Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Lincoln Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Registration Open 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 Event Details: Want to learn about chemistry and still have fun? Visit the Lincoln Branch as we demonstrate some exciting and colorful chemical reactions!			This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Viral Craft Club: Beaded Mini Bouquets 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Lincoln Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Open Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required 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 making beaded floral bouquets!
6 pm			This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Catching on to Crafting 6:00pm–7:30pm 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 Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Storytime Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: This monthly drop-in will allow you to raid the available Lakeview art supplies, try new skills, and socialize. Great for all skill levels. Grades 7-12.