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Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followed by play time with other families. Best for ages 0-3.
Come create art with us! Join us each week for an open studio experience where creativity takes center stage. Explore a variety of art forms—like painting, illustration, collage, and more—each inspired by a new theme. Come experiment, create, and have fun! This program is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Stop by the library to dance, sing, and read our favorite stories this fall! We will have snacks available for all kids. We will also have sensory-friendly fidgets and earmuffs available for any patrons who may need them!
Join us for music, movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old.
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! We have technology and programs aimed at groups of young students with science, technology, engineering, art, math (STEAM), and even reading in mind. Space may be limited so please call 309-497-2600 for accommodation. All Aboard!
Are you a teen or tween that loves to write? Join us at the Lincoln Branch for our monthly Creative Writing Club! We'll meet on the fourth Tuesday of every month to write, chat and get inspiration. All materials and snacks will be provided. Please give us a call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to reserve your spot today. Ages 11-18
Join Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, songs, movement and bubbles. You will also learn a few signs to take home and practice with your child.
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! We have technology and programs aimed at groups of young students with science, technology, engineering, art, math (STEAM), and even reading in mind. Space may be limited so please call 309-497-2600 for accommodation. All Aboard!
Come create art with us! Join us each week for an open studio experience where creativity takes center stage. Explore a variety of art forms—like painting, illustration, collage, and more—each inspired by a new theme. Come experiment, create, and have fun! This program is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followed by play time with other families. Best for ages 0-3.
Come create art with us! Join us each week for an open studio experience where creativity takes center stage. Explore a variety of art forms—like painting, illustration, collage, and more—each inspired by a new theme. Come experiment, create, and have fun! This program is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Stop by the library to dance, sing, and read our favorite stories this fall! We will have snacks available for all kids. We will also have sensory-friendly fidgets and earmuffs available for any patrons who may need them!
Join us for music, movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old.
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! We have technology and programs aimed at groups of young students with science, technology, engineering, art, math (STEAM), and even reading in mind. Space may be limited so please call 309-497-2600 for accommodation. All Aboard!
Kids, pick up a fun, hands-on STEAM kit at the Information Desk to take home. STEAM kits contain prepackaged activities related to science, technology, engineering, art, and math. No check-out required. While supplies last.
Pick up materials to make your own Halloween-themed bracelet at home. Available while supplies last.
Join us for a family-friendly storytime!
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! We have technology and programs aimed at groups of young students with science, technology, engineering, art, math (STEAM), and even reading in mind. Space may be limited so please call 309-497-2600 for accommodation. All Aboard!
Come create art with us! Join us each week for an open studio experience where creativity takes center stage. Explore a variety of art forms—like painting, illustration, collage, and more—each inspired by a new theme. Come experiment, create, and have fun! This program is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
Ages 6-12. Join us each month as we make friends and explore coding, robotics, and real world problem solving. No prior experience required! Please arrive promptly. We ask that caregivers and parents of younger builders stay in the library during the program, but while they are welcome to, they do not need to stay in the room. Registration required. Spaces may be available day of on first come, first serve basis.
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. Plus, it looks good on your resume!
Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followed by play time with other families. Best for ages 0-3.
Come create art with us! Join us each week for an open studio experience where creativity takes center stage. Explore a variety of art forms—like painting, illustration, collage, and more—each inspired by a new theme. Come experiment, create, and have fun! This program is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Join us as we sing, dance, and read about all things spooky this October! Snacks will be provided.
Join us for music, movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old.
Join Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, songs, movement and bubbles. You will also learn a few signs to take home and practice with your child.
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 course is designed to prepare youth, ages 11-17, to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. An OSF Pediatric Educator will cover safety skills for protection against unsafe situations, child care skills such as behavior management tips, diapering, rescuing skills, first aid, and much much more. The cost of this program is covered by OSF Healthcare. Please bring a sack lunch.
Come create art with us! Join us each week for an open studio experience where creativity takes center stage. Explore a variety of art forms—like painting, illustration, collage, and more—each inspired by a new theme. Come experiment, create, and have fun! This program is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
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! Registrations required per session to assure adequate staffing, but attendance at every session not required. Game resources provided by the generosity of Wizard's of the Coast's Educator Outreach.
Join us the second week of each month for a themed scavenger hunt. Participants who complete the hunt will receive a trinket from our prize box and a stamp on their participation card. Each completed card is eligible to be entered into our quarterly drawing for a prize.
The ghosts of dead books have hidden themselves in the library. Find them for a spooky prize. While you are at it, check out our display of Dead on Arrival books, and bring some life back into them. Ages 5-12
This course is designed to prepare youth, ages 11-17, to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. An OSF Pediatric Educator will cover safety skills for protection against unsafe situations, child care skills such as behavior management tips, diapering, rescuing skills, first aid, and much much more. The cost of this program is covered by OSF Healthcare. Please bring a sack lunch.
Come create art with us! Join us each week for an open studio experience where creativity takes center stage. Explore a variety of art forms—like painting, illustration, collage, and more—each inspired by a new theme. Come experiment, create, and have fun! This program is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Join us as we sing, dance, and read about all things spooky this October! Snacks will be provided.
Join us for music, movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old.
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.
Join us for an all ages evening Family Storytime highlighting books by Michaela Goade, one of the 2026 Peoria Reads authors. Please reach out if there are any accommodations that your child may need for this program. We will try our best to make reasonable accommodations for every program for all abilities.
Join us for a special teen-led card-making event in partnership with Create For Kids. Participants are invited to create uplifting, handmade cards for children receiving care in local hospitals. For Accessibility Accommodations, please call (309) 497-2143.
Join us for a family-friendly storytime!
Join the Local History and Genealogy Room virtually for a full day of FREE family history research webinars. Watch from the comfort of your own computer! This full day of sessions will be available on Friday Oct 16 only. Watch one, watch them all! The link for the sessions will be sent out the week of October 12, 2026. Handouts will also be provided electronically. The lineup includes: 9:00am – 9:50am Building Your Digital Family History Archive EvaAnne Johnson, Genealogy & Local History Librarian at Wilmette (IL) Public Library While we are researching our family tree, we often collect a lot of digital files - from downloaded records and emailed documents to scanned photographs and mobile screenshots. What should we do with all these digital files, and how can we keep them organized? This presentation will cover the basics of digital preservation and outline practical steps for creating a well-structured Digital Family History Archive to safeguard your genealogy work. 10:00am – 10:50am Researching Your Scottish Ancestors Erika A. Ward, PGCERT (Genealogical, Palaeographic & Heraldic Studies) Do you have ancestors who emigrated from Scotland? Are you unsure of which records exi
Come create art with us! Join us each week for an open studio experience where creativity takes center stage. Explore a variety of art forms—like painting, illustration, collage, and more—each inspired by a new theme. Come experiment, create, and have fun! This program is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
Don't be a party pooper, join us for our Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party! We'll have games, snacks and crafts for kids of all ages. Gift bags will be available for the first 50 attendees. Call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to register.
Calling all LEGO fans!!! Join us at Lakeview Branch for our drop-in LEGO Builders' Club. Come in for part of the time or stay for the entire two hours of play. Third Friday of each month.
Join us at the Peoria Public Library for a teen-only screening of the cult classic Little Shop of Horrors (PG-13)—where catchy songs, outrageous comedy, and delightfully creepy horror come together for one unforgettable afternoon. Come dressed in your comfiest clothes and bring a bean bag, blanket, floor cushion, or other cozy seating to make yourself at home. We'll darken the auditorium for a theater-style experience, and popcorn and drinks will be provided. Expect memorable musical numbers, laugh-out-loud moments, and just the right amount of spooky fun as a mysterious plant with a very unusual appetite takes center stage. Grab your friends, get comfortable, and don't feed the plants!
Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followed by play time with other families. Best for ages 0-3.
Come create art with us! Join us each week for an open studio experience where creativity takes center stage. Explore a variety of art forms—like painting, illustration, collage, and more—each inspired by a new theme. Come experiment, create, and have fun! This program is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Join us as we sing, dance, and read about all things spooky this October! Snacks will be provided.
Join us for music, movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old.
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! We have technology and programs aimed at groups of young students with science, technology, engineering, art, math (STEAM), and even reading in mind. Space may be limited so please call 309-497-2600 for accommodation. All Aboard!
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.
Join Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, songs, movement and bubbles. You will also learn a few signs to take home and practice with your child.
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! We have technology and programs aimed at groups of young students with science, technology, engineering, art, math (STEAM), and even reading in mind. Space may be limited so please call 309-497-2600 for accommodation. All Aboard!
Come create art with us! Join us each week for an open studio experience where creativity takes center stage. Explore a variety of art forms—like painting, illustration, collage, and more—each inspired by a new theme. Come experiment, create, and have fun! This program is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
Join us for a baby friendly art project that you can take home as a keepsake when we're done. Siblings are welcome to help, but supplies are limited to the age-appropriate child. Dress for a possible mess. Ages 0-3.
Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followed by play time with other families. Best for ages 0-3.
Join us for music, movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old.
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! We have technology and programs aimed at groups of young students with science, technology, engineering, art, math (STEAM), and even reading in mind. Space may be limited so please call 309-497-2600 for accommodation. All Aboard!
Engage with your little ones ages 3-6 years at a special building program. You and your child can sample a variety of fun kid building toys during the hour long program.
Join us for a family-friendly storytime!
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! We have technology and programs aimed at groups of young students with science, technology, engineering, art, math (STEAM), and even reading in mind. Space may be limited so please call 309-497-2600 for accommodation. All Aboard!
Join us for a special (sorta) Spooky Storytime! Come in costume to earn a small prize. Registration requested to ensure adequate space and supplies.
Come create art with us! Join us each week for an open studio experience where creativity takes center stage. Explore a variety of art forms—like painting, illustration, collage, and more—each inspired by a new theme. Come experiment, create, and have fun! This program is made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
Welcome to Casillero de la Sombra, a remote mountain castle tucked deep in the forest, far from anything resembling civilization. Inside, the Antonov Clan of vampires hides from the daylight and hunts by moonlight, following an ancient code laid down by the vampire royal family in Romania. But someone just broke that code in the most brutal way possible. When clan leader Frederik Antonov is found staked in his coffin, the entire household become suspects in a murder that shakes the very foundation of the immortal world. Was it revenge? A power grab? A betrayal centuries in the making? Gather your sharpest friends (and maybe a little garlic just in case) for a gothic vampire murder mystery party full of secrets, deception, and drama so rich it could wake the dead. Because in this castle, not everyone is who—or what—they claim to be. (This mystery is a 4/5 on our Angel Rating Scale – it is “clean” with no sex or drug references, and there is no foul language in the materials.) For Grades 7-12. Doors open and pizza is served at 6:30 p.m. The event starts at 7:00 p.m. and lasts until approximately 8:30 p.m. For Accessibility Accommodations, please call (309) 497-2143.
Dress up in your favorite costume and celebrate the spookiest time of year with us! We will be dancing, singing, reading, and trick-o-treating around our library!
Kids, pick up a fun, hands-on STEAM kit at the Information Desk to take home. STEAM kits contain prepackaged activities related to science, technology, engineering, art, and math. No check-out required. While supplies last.
Pick up materials to make a winter hat keychain. Available while supplies last.
Happy Hanks-Giving! To celebrate we will be featuring all things Tom Hanks, including beloved character Woody from Toy Story. Help Woody find his friends hidden through out the library. Look out for the snake in his boot with our fun paper craft. Ages 5-12
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. Plus, it looks good on your resume!
Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followed by play time with other families. Best for ages 0-3.
Celebrate all things dinosaur this November! We will have songs, dancing, crafts, and stories! Snacks will also be provided.
Join us for music, movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old.
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.
Join us for a family-friendly storytime!
Homeschooling Families: We want your ideas! Come and enjoy a sweet treat with other local homeschooling families and North Branch's Youth Services Librarian, while we talk about resources, program ideas, and share what the library can do to help you! For accommodations, including allergy and food sensitivities, please contact 309-497-2102 or jayjohnston@peoriapubliclibrary.org.
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! We have technology and programs aimed at groups of young students with science, technology, engineering, art, math (STEAM), and even reading in mind. Space may be limited so please call 309-497-2600 for accommodation. All Aboard!
Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
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! Registrations required per session to assure adequate staffing, but attendance at every session not required. Game resources provided by the generosity of Wizard's of the Coast's Educator Outreach.
Join us the second week of each month for a themed scavenger hunt. Participants who complete the hunt will receive a trinket from our prize box and a stamp on their participation card. Each completed card is eligible to be entered into our quarterly drawing for a prize.
Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followed by play time with other families. Best for ages 0-3.
Celebrate all things dinosaur this November! We will have songs, dancing, crafts, and stories! Snacks will also be provided.
Join us for music, movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old.
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! We have technology and programs aimed at groups of young students with science, technology, engineering, art, math (STEAM), and even reading in mind. Space may be limited so please call 309-497-2600 for accommodation. All Aboard!
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.
Engage with your little ones ages 3-6 years at a special building program. You and your child can sample a variety of fun kid building toys during the hour long program.
Join Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, songs, movement and bubbles. You will also learn a few signs to take home and practice with your child.
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!
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! We have technology and programs aimed at groups of young students with science, technology, engineering, art, math (STEAM), and even reading in mind. Space may be limited so please call 309-497-2600 for accommodation. All Aboard!
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
Stop by the library and connect over donuts with other homeschool families! We will have coloring pages and crafts for the kids. We will also share all the ways the library can help you on your homeschool journey!
Think you have what it takes to be the Smash champion? Join us for a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament and test your skills against other teens in friendly competition. Battle your way through the bracket, enjoy snacks, and celebrate International Games Week with a special giveaway. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, all skill levels are welcome!