North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
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01apr10:30 am11:15 amFamily Storytime
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Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Stories, songs, and activities will be geared toward ages 0 to 6.
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Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Stories, songs, and activities will be geared toward ages 0 to 6.
Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
03apr10:30 am11:15 amFeaturedWiggle Worms Storytime
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Join us for a baby-focused storytime filled with enriching stories, songs, finger plays, and more! Enjoy cuddle time with your baby and socialize with other caregivers. Ages birth to 18
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Join us for a baby-focused storytime filled with enriching stories, songs, finger plays, and more! Enjoy cuddle time with your baby and socialize with other caregivers. Ages birth to 18 months.
Time
(Monday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
03aprAll Day08Easter Craft-to-Go
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Kits include basic instructions and supplies for a themed craft. While supplies last! Ages 3 and up.
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Kits include basic instructions and supplies for a themed craft. While supplies last! Ages 3 and up.
Time
april 3 (Monday) - 8 (Saturday)
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
03aprAll Day08Indoor Easter Egg Hunt
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The Easter Bunny has hidden colorful eggs around the library! Come to the Information Desk for a basket, and see how many eggs you can collect for a prize. Children
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The Easter Bunny has hidden colorful eggs around the library! Come to the Information Desk for a basket, and see how many eggs you can collect for a prize. Children of all ages.
Time
april 3 (Monday) - 8 (Saturday)
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
06apr11:58 am11:58 amFeaturedBusy Bees Storytime
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
Time
(Thursday) 11:58 am - 11:58 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
07apr11:58 am11:58 amFeaturedBusy Bees Storytime
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
Time
(Friday) 11:58 am - 11:58 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
07apr4:00 pm5:00 pmFeaturedFirst Friday Art for Kids
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Artistic activities for children coinciding with Peoria’s First Fridays. Work on an art project based on a different famous artist every month. Please call 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot. Dress
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Artistic activities for children coinciding with Peoria’s First Fridays. Work on an art project based on a different famous artist every month. Please call 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot. Dress for a mess. Children of all ages.
Time
(Friday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
08apr10:30 am11:30 amFeaturedSensory Play
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Dress your child for a mess and join them in exploring sensory stations with 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 play-dough, moon sand, finger painting, and more. Ages birth to 5.
Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
10apr10:30 am11:15 amFeaturedWiggle Worms Storytime
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Join us for a baby-focused storytime filled with enriching stories, songs, finger plays, and more! Enjoy cuddle time with your baby and socialize with other caregivers. Ages birth to 18
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Join us for a baby-focused storytime filled with enriching stories, songs, finger plays, and more! Enjoy cuddle time with your baby and socialize with other caregivers. Ages birth to 18 months.
Time
(Monday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
10apr11:00 am12:00 pmFeaturedAtlantic Monthly Discussion Group
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Read the feature article (and any other articles that interest you) of the current issue of Atlantic Monthly, and join us for lively discussion.
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Read the feature article (and any other articles that interest you) of the current issue of Atlantic Monthly, and join us for lively discussion.
Time
(Monday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
10apr4:00 pm5:00 pmFeaturedSuper Mario Bros. Week
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Join us for crafts and games based on Super Mario Brothers. Call 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot. All ages.
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Join us for crafts and games based on Super Mario Brothers. Call 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot. All ages.
Time
(Monday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
12aprAll DayFeaturedDrop Everything and Read Reading Challenge
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On Drop Everything and Read (D.E.A.R.) Day, families are encouraged to read a book together and forget everything else for 30 minutes. You can read in the library or at home. Readers will
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On Drop Everything and Read (D.E.A.R.) Day, families are encouraged to read a book together and forget everything else for 30 minutes. You can read in the library or at home. Readers will earn a small participation prize and be entered for a chance to win a gift card.
Time
All Day (Wednesday)
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
12apr4:00 pm5:00 pmFeaturedSuper Mario Bros. Week
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Join us for crafts and games based on Super Mario Brothers. Call 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot. All ages.
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Join us for crafts and games based on Super Mario Brothers. Call 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot. All ages.
Time
(Wednesday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
13apr11:58 am11:58 amFeaturedBusy Bees Storytime
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
Time
(Thursday) 11:58 am - 11:58 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
13apr4:00 pm5:00 pmFeaturedSuper Mario Bros. Week
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Join us for crafts and games based on Super Mario Brothers. Call 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot. All ages.
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Join us for crafts and games based on Super Mario Brothers. Call 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot. All ages.
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
14apr11:58 am11:58 amFeaturedBusy Bees Storytime
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
Time
(Friday) 11:58 am - 11:58 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
14apr4:00 pm5:00 pmFeaturedYouth Open Mic
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Do you write spoken word, poetry, or short stories? Make your voice our first annual Youth Open Mic, in celebration of National Poetry Month. Call 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot.
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Do you write spoken word, poetry, or short stories? Make your voice our first annual Youth Open Mic, in celebration of National Poetry Month. Call 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot.
Ages 12 to 18.
Time
(Friday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
14apr4:00 pm5:00 pmFeaturedSuper Mario Bros. Week
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Join us for crafts and games based on Super Mario Brothers. Call 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot. All ages.
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Join us for crafts and games based on Super Mario Brothers. Call 309-497-2100 to reserve your spot. All ages.
Time
(Friday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
15apr10:30 am11:15 amFamily Storytime
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Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Stories, songs, and activities will be geared toward ages 0 to 6.
Event Details
Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Stories, songs, and activities will be geared toward ages 0 to 6.
Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
15apr1:00 pm3:00 pmFeaturedCeltic Cross Bagpipes Performance and Demonstration
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Enjoy a unique performance and demonstration from Celtic Cross Pipes and Drums in honor of Scottish American Heritage Month.
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Enjoy a unique performance and demonstration from Celtic Cross Pipes and Drums in honor of Scottish American Heritage Month.
Time
(Saturday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
15apr2:30 pm3:30 pmFeaturedAnime/Manga Club
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Watch a variety of anime, discuss manga, play games, and craft something Japanese-inspired. Ages 11 to 18.
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Watch a variety of anime, discuss manga, play games, and craft something Japanese-inspired. Ages 11 to 18.
Time
(Saturday) 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
16apr2:00 pm4:00 pmFeaturedMusic in the McKenzie: Still Shine
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Welcome back a favorite! Still Shine is a group of like-minded, seasoned musicians blending acoustic roots and progressive bluegrass. Along with some well received original music, the band performs an
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Welcome back a favorite! Still Shine is a group of like-minded, seasoned musicians blending acoustic roots and progressive bluegrass. Along with some well received original music, the band performs an upbeat, energetic show you won’t want to miss! Free and open to all ages.
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
17apr10:30 am11:15 amFeaturedWiggle Worms Storytime
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Join us for a baby-focused storytime filled with enriching stories, songs, finger plays, and more! Enjoy cuddle time with your baby and socialize with other caregivers. Ages birth to 18
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Join us for a baby-focused storytime filled with enriching stories, songs, finger plays, and more! Enjoy cuddle time with your baby and socialize with other caregivers. Ages birth to 18 months.
Time
(Monday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
17apr4:00 pm6:00 pmFeaturedGraphic Novel Book Club
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Read a graphic novel of your choice within this month’s theme: Adventure. Meet to discuss the books you read, snack, socialize, and enjoy themed activities and crafts. Ages 9 to
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Read a graphic novel of your choice within this month’s theme: Adventure. Meet to discuss the books you read, snack, socialize, and enjoy themed activities and crafts. Ages 9 to 13.
Time
(Monday) 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
19apr10:30 am12:30 pmFeaturedCrafting for Adults: Puzzle Piece Picture Frame
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Enjoy an opportunity to get together, meet new people, and learn a craft. Preregistration is suggested as there is limited space and materials for 15 participants. Please call 309-497-2069 or
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Enjoy an opportunity to get together, meet new people, and learn a craft. Preregistration is suggested as there is limited space and materials for 15 participants. Please call 309-497-2069 or email programming@ppl.peoria.lib.il.us to register.
Time
(Wednesday) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
19apr4:00 pm5:00 pmFeaturedDrop-In: Seed Bombs
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Make balls of soil and local wildflower seeds that can be planted to help feed the bees and beautify the area. Dress for a mess. Children of all ages.
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Make balls of soil and local wildflower seeds that can be planted to help feed the bees and beautify the area. Dress for a mess. Children of all ages.
Time
(Wednesday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
20apr11:58 am11:58 amFeaturedBusy Bees Storytime
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
Time
(Thursday) 11:58 am - 11:58 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
21apr11:58 am11:58 amFeaturedBusy Bees Storytime
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
Time
(Friday) 11:58 am - 11:58 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
21apr4:00 pm5:00 pmFeaturedKnow Your Roots: Midwest Foraging
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Learn to identify local forage-able plants and their many uses. No prior experience required. All ages.
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Learn to identify local forage-able plants and their many uses. No prior experience required. All ages.
Time
(Friday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
22apr10:30 am11:15 amFamily Storytime
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Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Stories, songs, and activities will be geared toward ages 0 to 6.
Event Details
Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Stories, songs, and activities will be geared toward ages 0 to 6.
Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
22apr3:00 pm4:30 pmFeaturedEarth Day Worm Race and Storytime
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Join us on Earth Day for a fun worm-themed storytime and our second annual earthworm race! Enjoy an in-person storytime, learn a little bit about these creatures, and race your
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Join us on Earth Day for a fun worm-themed storytime and our second annual earthworm race! Enjoy an in-person storytime, learn a little bit about these creatures, and race your earthworms. Space is limited. Call 309-497-2100 to register. Event will be held rain or shine!
Time
(Saturday) 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
23apr2:00 pm4:00 pmFeaturedThere’s More to the Story with Author James Klise
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To celebrate this year’s National Library Week theme “There’s More to the Story,” Peoria Public Library will host a visit from Peoria native and novelist James Klise. The author of
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To celebrate this year’s National Library Week theme “There’s More to the Story,” Peoria Public Library will host a visit from Peoria native and novelist James Klise. The author of award-winning novels for young adults, Klise’s a new historical novel, I’ll Take Everything You Have (Algonquin Young Readers), tells a queer coming-of-age crime story that Publishers Weekly calls “a mesmerizing snapshot of 1930s Chicago.” Klise will read briefly from the book, then join local author-librarian Joel Shoemaker on stage for a conversation about writing, research, book challenges, and more. An audience Q&A will follow, and books will be available for sale and signing.
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Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
24apr10:30 am11:15 amFeaturedWiggle Worms Storytime
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Join us for a baby-focused storytime filled with enriching stories, songs, finger plays, and more! Enjoy cuddle time with your baby and socialize with other caregivers. Ages birth to 18
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Join us for a baby-focused storytime filled with enriching stories, songs, finger plays, and more! Enjoy cuddle time with your baby and socialize with other caregivers. Ages birth to 18 months.
Time
(Monday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
24aprAll Day30Fly-Catching Frog Game Craft-to-Go
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Make your own frog game and try to catch the fly! Available while supplies last. Recommended for ages 3 and up.
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Make your own frog game and try to catch the fly! Available while supplies last. Recommended for ages 3 and up.
Time
april 24 (Monday) - 30 (Sunday)
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
26apr6:00 pm7:00 pmFeaturedContainer Gardening: Master Gardener Tips & Tricks
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Join us for some expert advice on container gardening with a Master Gardener! Adults.
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Join us for some expert advice on container gardening with a Master Gardener! Adults.
Time
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
27apr11:58 am11:58 amFeaturedBusy Bees Storytime
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
Time
(Thursday) 11:58 am - 11:58 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
27apr6:30 pm7:30 pmFeaturedSherlock Holmes Story Society
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This month: “The Adventure of the Speckled Band” (from The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes)
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This month: “The Adventure of the Speckled Band” (from The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes)
Time
(Thursday) 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
28apr11:58 am11:58 amFeaturedBusy Bees Storytime
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Geared toward ages 2 to 5, but all children are welcome.
Time
(Friday) 11:58 am - 11:58 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
29apr10:30 am11:15 amFamily Storytime
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Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Stories, songs, and activities will be geared toward ages 0 to 6.
Event Details
Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Stories, songs, and activities will be geared toward ages 0 to 6.
Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
29apr4:00 pm6:00 pmFeaturedNeedle Felting for Tweens & Teens
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Learn to needle felt with wool! Drop in or stay the whole time. Ages 10-18. Children under 10 will need adult supervision.
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Learn to needle felt with wool! Drop in or stay the whole time. Ages 10-18. Children under 10 will need adult supervision.
Time
(Saturday) 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.