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ADULT EVENTS
december
06dec6:30 pmFeaturedHistorical Fiction Society
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Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a historical fiction title and be transported back in time. This month: The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead
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Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a historical fiction title and be transported back in time. This month: The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead
Time
(Wednesday) 6:30 pm
Location
Lakeview Branch 1137 W. Lake Ave.
06dec6:30 pmFeaturedBoos and Booze Book Club
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Join our book club for a horrifyingly good time at Industry Brewing. Love of horror is a must, love of brews not required. This month: Piñata by Leopoldo Gout. Adults.
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Join our book club for a horrifyingly good time at Industry Brewing. Love of horror is a must, love of brews not required. This month: Piñata by Leopoldo Gout. Adults.
Time
(Wednesday) 6:30 pm
06dec7:00 pmFeaturedIllinois Libraries Present: Surviving the Holidays with Lori Gottlieb
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Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, and co-host of the “Dear Therapists” podcast joins us for a thought-provoking conversation about mental health
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Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, and co-host of the “Dear Therapists” podcast joins us for a thought-provoking conversation about mental health in anticipation of the winter holiday season. Gottlieb will share tools to help in everyday life and especially as you prepare for the holidays. This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant 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). ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com. Register HERE.
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Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm
07dec12:15 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
(Thursday) 12:15 pm
Location
Main Library 107 N.E. Monroe
07dec6:00 pmFeaturedAdult Reading Challenge Celebration
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Join us at The Fieldhouse Bar and Grill to celebrate our year of reading together! We will meet in the back room to chat about our favorite reads, win prizes,
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Join us at The Fieldhouse Bar and Grill to celebrate our year of reading together! We will meet in the back room to chat about our favorite reads, win prizes, and join the challenge for 2024. Please RSVP by completing this form.
Time
(Thursday) 6:00 pm
TEEN EVENTS
december
04decAll DayCrystal Craft-to-Go for Tweens & Teens
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Get everything you need to create and grow your own crystals at home: just add hot water! Adult supervision necessary. Ages 10 to 18.
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Get everything you need to create and grow your own crystals at home: just add hot water! Adult supervision necessary. Ages 10 to 18.
Time
december 4 (Monday) - 15 (Friday)
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
07dec5:00 pmFeaturedSTEM Holiday Ornament
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Create a STEM-based holiday ornament to take home. We will have several different ornaments for you to make! Ages 12 to 18.
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Create a STEM-based holiday ornament to take home. We will have several different ornaments for you to make! Ages 12 to 18.
Time
(Thursday) 5:00 pm
Location
Lincoln Branch 1312 W. Lincoln Ave.
09dec2:30 pmFeaturedDungeons & Dragons at the Library
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Come play with us at the library. All skill levels are welcome. Ages 13 and up. Space is dependent on the number of dungeon masters.
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Come play with us at the library. All skill levels are welcome. Ages 13 and up. Space is dependent on the number of dungeon masters.
Time
(Saturday) 2:30 pm
Location
Main Library 107 N.E. Monroe
10dec2:30 pmFeaturedTween/Teen Advisory Board
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Become a part of the Library’s decision-making process. Recommend books, help plan programs, and provide feedback for all things teen. Ages 10 to 18.
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Become a part of the Library’s decision-making process. Recommend books, help plan programs, and provide feedback for all things teen. Ages 10 to 18.
Time
(Sunday) 2:30 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
january
05jan3:30 pmFeaturedMean Girls Movie Showing
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To prepare for the upcoming 2024 musical comedy movie version of Mean Girls, we are showing the original iconic 2004 film (PG-13) starring Lindsay Lohan and Rachel McAdams. Bring your
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To prepare for the upcoming 2024 musical comedy movie version of Mean Girls, we are showing the original iconic 2004 film (PG-13) starring Lindsay Lohan and Rachel McAdams. Bring your own blankets, pillows, bean bags, and snacks. We’ll supply the popcorn and soda. This sounds so fetch. Ages 13 to 18.
Time
(Friday) 3:30 pm
Location
Lakeview Branch 1137 W. Lake Ave.
07jan2:30 pmFeaturedTeen Advisory Board
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Join us and become a part of the decision-making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the
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Join us and become a part of the decision-making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the library is best serving teens. Ages 11 to 18.
Time
(Sunday) 2:30 pm
Location
Lakeview Branch 1137 W. Lake Ave.
08jan4:00 pmMotivation Jar Craft
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Start the new year off right with a motivation jar. Decorate and fill your jar with pick-me-up quotes to pull on a bad day. Call 309-497-2600 to reserve your spot.
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Start the new year off right with a motivation jar. Decorate and fill your jar with pick-me-up quotes to pull on a bad day. Call 309-497-2600 to reserve your spot. Supplies are limited. Ages 12 to 18.
Time
(Monday) 4:00 pm
Location
Lincoln Branch 1312 W. Lincoln Ave.
10jan4:00 pmFeaturedGreen Teens Meeting
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Discuss ways to help the environment, work on conservation projects and learn about the Earth. Ages 13 to 18.
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Discuss ways to help the environment, work on conservation projects and learn about the Earth. Ages 13 to 18.
Time
(Wednesday) 4:00 pm
Location
Main Library 107 N.E. Monroe
KIDS EVENTS
december
06dec3:00 pmFeaturedDrop In: Tiny Art - Main
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Drop in to create a piece of artwork for our Tiny Art Show. We will have a variety of art supplies available for you to use. Artwork will go on
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Drop in to create a piece of artwork for our Tiny Art Show. We will have a variety of art supplies available for you to use. Artwork will go on display in the Main Library Gallery in January 2024, and the public will be invited to vote for their favorite piece in each age group.
Time
(Wednesday) 3:00 pm
Location
Main Library 107 N.E. Monroe
07dec10:00 amFeaturedZoom Storytime
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Join us on Thursday mornings for storytime from the comfort of your own home! Please email programming@ppl.peoria.lib.il.us to receive the Zoom link.
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Join us on Thursday mornings for storytime from the comfort of your own home! Please email programming@ppl.peoria.lib.il.us to receive the Zoom link.
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 am
08dec10:30 amFeaturedBusy Bees Storytime
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
Time
(Friday) 10:30 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
09dec10:30 amFeaturedSensory Play
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Dress your child for a mess and join them in exploring sensory stations with rice, play-dough, moon sand, finger painting, and more. Ages birth to 5.
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Dress your child for a mess and join them in exploring sensory stations with rice, play-dough, moon sand, finger painting, and more. Ages birth to 5.
Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.