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AARP TAX HELP
Free Tax Help with AARP at Peoria Public Library! Time to schedule your tax counseling session! Beginning Jan. 17, call (309) 497-2131 or (309) [...]
Valentine Book Sale
Be still our beating heart! Check out our Valentine Book Sale at our Friendly Finds Bookstore, starting Jan. 28 through Feb. 13. Romance paperbacks [...]
Adult Spelling Bee
Think you're a great speller? Put your skills to the test at our Adult Spelling Bee on Feb. 25. Must register by Feb. 17. [...]
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ADULT EVENTS
january
31jan12:15 pmFeaturedYoga with Adriene
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Join us for a free, virtual yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube. Doors open at noon in our spacious auditorium. Please bring your own mat
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Join us for a free, virtual yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube. Doors open at noon in our spacious auditorium. Please bring your own mat and blanket. Perfect for a lunchtime break. Adults only.
Time
(Tuesday) 12:15 pm
Location
Main Library 107 N.E. Monroe
TEEN EVENTS
january
30jan4:30 pmFeaturedBullet Journal 101
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From to-do lists and goals to travel planning and more, bullet journals are a great way to organize your thoughts. Join us for a free journal to customize and a
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From to-do lists and goals to travel planning and more, bullet journals are a great way to organize your thoughts. Join us for a free journal to customize and a tutorial on how to tailor your bullet journal to your unique interests and needs. Ages 9 to 14.
Time
(Monday) 4:30 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
february
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During the month of February, kids and teens are encouraged to bring their favorite print or 3D art creations to Lakeview Branch. Art will then go on display for all
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During the month of February, kids and teens are encouraged to bring their favorite print or 3D art creations to Lakeview Branch. Art will then go on display for all to enjoy during the month of March! Ages 6-18.
Time
Month Long Event (february)
Location
Lakeview Branch 1137 W. Lake Ave.
03feb4:00 pmFeaturedProject Next Generation
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Enjoy interactive STEM activities for grades 5 to 8. Funding for this grant was awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office of Secretary of State, using
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Enjoy interactive STEM activities for grades 5 to 8. Funding for this grant was awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
Time
(Friday) 4:00 pm
Location
Lincoln Branch 1312 W. Lincoln Ave.
04feb2:30 pmFeaturedAnime/Manga Club
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This casual group is perfect for new or long-time fans of anime and manga. We’ll watch a variety of anime, discuss manga, play games, and craft something Japanese-inspired. Ages 11
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This casual group is perfect for new or long-time fans of anime and manga. We’ll watch a variety of anime, discuss manga, play games, and craft something Japanese-inspired. Ages 11 to 18.
Time
(Saturday) 2:30 pm
Location
Lakeview Branch 1137 W. Lake Ave.
06febAll DayPeriodic Table Scrabble
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How many words can you create using the symbols on the Periodic Table of Elements? Celebrate Periodic Table Day (February 7) all week long by seeing if you can come
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How many words can you create using the symbols on the Periodic Table of Elements? Celebrate Periodic Table Day (February 7) all week long by seeing if you can come create the highest scoring word. Ages 12 to 18.
Time
february 6 (Monday) - 11 (Saturday)
Location
McClure Branch 315 W. McClure Ave.
KIDS EVENTS
january
22janAll DaySock Snowman Craft-to-Go
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This kit contains everything you’ll need to make a snowman friend who won’t melt this spring! Ages 3 and up. Available while supplies last.
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This kit contains everything you’ll need to make a snowman friend who won’t melt this spring! Ages 3 and up. Available while supplies last.
Time
january 22 (Sunday) - 31 (Tuesday)
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
27jan4:00 pmFeaturedStudio Ghibli Week
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Join us every day this week for a craft based on your favorite characters from classic Studio Ghibli movies like Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, and Ponyo! Call the North
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Join us every day this week for a craft based on your favorite characters from classic Studio Ghibli movies like Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, and Ponyo! Call the North Branch at 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot. Ages 6 to 11.
Time
(Friday) 4:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
28janAll DayFeaturedNational Puzzle Day
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Work together with other kids in our community to assemble a puzzle for National Puzzle Day. Stop in to place just a piece or spend an hour or two helping
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Work together with other kids in our community to assemble a puzzle for National Puzzle Day. Stop in to place just a piece or spend an hour or two helping complete the puzzle! Ages 6 to 11.
Time
All Day (Saturday)
Location
McClure Branch 315 W. McClure Ave.
30jan10:00 amFeaturedPuppet Time
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Play with our collection of puppets and put on your very own show for our audience of parents. Ages 2 to 5.
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Play with our collection of puppets and put on your very own show for our audience of parents. Ages 2 to 5.
Time
(Monday) 10:00 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
30jan5:00 pmFeaturedHour of Code
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Whether you have never coded or have some past experience, join our Hour of Code! The activities are geared towards kids and teens of all ages in hopes of inspiring
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Whether you have never coded or have some past experience, join our Hour of Code! The activities are geared towards kids and teens of all ages in hopes of inspiring an interest in making video games and other forms of programming in the future. Please call 309-497-2600 to register. Children of all ages.
Time
(Monday) 5:00 pm
Location
Lincoln Branch 1312 W. Lincoln Ave.