Library Events & Programs

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Kick off National Craft Month by swapping your unused (and in good condition) supplies with other crafters. Everyone who donates will get an early bird ticket to look for goodies before the swap opens to the public.Ticket holders can browse the donations on March 1 from...read more

Kick off National Craft Month by swapping your unused (and in good condition) supplies with other crafters. Everyone who donates will get an early bird ticket to look for goodies before the swap opens to the public.Ticket holders can browse the donations on March 1 from...read more

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Join Communication Junction for rhymes, stories, and bubbles and learn basic American Sign Language.Ages 0-5.This program often is full, as our room capacity is 45 people. Please arrive in a timely manner as late entry may not be permitted. Another session is offered at 11 am.

Join Communication Junction for rhymes, stories, and bubbles and learn basic American Sign Language.Ages 0-5.This program often is full, as our room capacity is 45 people. Please arrive in a timely manner as late entry may not be permitted.

Do you have tech questions?Book a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment by calling 309-263-2200.  Topics could include: finding items on the internet and using email;  MPL apps; navigating a new device; and connecting with social media.  We can give a little assistance to get started doin...read more

Crazy 8s is a math club unlike any other! It offers unique, high-energy math activities that appeal to kids of all math abilities. This session is for grades 3rd-5th. Sign up once for all 7 sessions. We will meet 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, and 3/17.Grades 3-5.Registration required.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Is your little one ready for a gentle introduction to a classroom setting? Each session of Preschool Pals this year includes books, music, and a simple craft focusing on a different letter.Ages 2.5-5, siblings welcome.

Join us as we craft and chat! In March, we will do a little needlework as we sew felt embroidered corner bookmarks. No experience necessary! We will provide all of the materials.Adults.Registration required.

Explore the possibilities of building with LEGOs and meet other LEGO lovers! Use the library's LEGO bricks to build a creation to display in our children's area.Grades K-6.Drop-in program. Come anytime between 3:15-4:00 pm.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

What's the weather like today? Explore different kinds of weather with with books, activities, and crafts. Register once for all five classes. Ages 3-5.Registration required.

Flex your creative muscles and practice your spatial awareness by turning your 2D designs into a 3D cubeGrades K-1.Registration required.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Learn about the life and art of Pablo Picasso. Create your own portrait in his artistic style.Ages 5-12.Registration required.

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s part of our daily lives, often in ways we don’t even realize. From smart assistants to personalized recommendations, AI is shaping how we work, communicate, and navigate the world. Join us for an engaging discussion on ...read more

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Learn about the life and art of Pablo Picasso. Create your own portrait in his artistic style. This program is a repeat of the class held on 3/6/25.Ages 5-12.Registration required.

Join us for learning fun with songs, shakers, and stories!Ages 0-5, siblings welcome.

Join us for learning fun with songs, shakers, and stories!Ages 0-5, siblings welcome.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

You don't have to sit still for this storytime! Wiggles & Giggles is an active storytime designed for new walkers, movers, and shakers. Songs and a story are followed by a short playtime.Ages 1-3, siblings welcome.

Crazy 8s is a math club unlike any other! It offers unique, high-energy math activities that appeal to kids of all math abilities. This session is for grades 3rd-5th. Sign up once for all 7 sessions. We will meet 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, and 3/17.Grades 3-5.Registration required.

Create a multi-color, rainbow masterpiece on scratch-art doodle pads.Grades K-4.Registration required.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Is your little one ready for a gentle introduction to a classroom setting? Each session of Preschool Pals this year includes books, music, and a simple craft focusing on a different letter.Ages 2.5-5, siblings welcome.

What to do with baby? Bring them to the library! Baby Bounce features songs & rhymes to use at home as well as a chance to socialize with others caring for little ones.Ages 0-18 months, siblings welcome.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

What's the weather like today? Explore different kinds of weather with with books, activities, and crafts. Register once for all five classes. Ages 3-5.Registration required.

This program has been canceled.Calling all college-bound students and families! Join us for a free college planning basics workshop hosted by Thrivent. You will learn how choices made in high school can affect admissions and financial prospects along with the basics of college financial aid.RSVP at ...read more

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Playdough is lots of fun--and great for practicing fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and imagination! Children and their caregivers can join us for any amount of time during our monthly meet up.Ages 6 months-5 years.Drop-in program. Come anytime between 1:00-2:00 pm.

Join us as we explore books that are considered classics and discuss whether or not they have stood the test of time. In March we will read and discuss the 2005 international bestseller and modern classic, The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the c...read more

Join us as we explore books that are considered classics and discuss whether or not they have stood the test of time. In March we will read and discuss the 2005 international bestseller and modern classic, The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the c...read more

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Join us for learning fun with songs, shakers, and stories!Ages 0-5, siblings welcome.

Join us for learning fun with songs, shakers, and stories!Ages 0-5, siblings welcome.

Come learn a bit about the history of Grapic Novels and their recent surge in popularity. Then, try your hand at creating your own comic strip, which is a shorter version of Graphic Novels we know and love.Grades 4-6.Registration required.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Join Communication Junction for rhymes, stories, and bubbles and learn basic American Sign Language.Ages 0-5.This program often is full, as our room capacity is 45 people. Please arrive in a timely manner as late entry may not be permitted. Another session is offered at 11 am.

Join Communication Junction for rhymes, stories, and bubbles and learn basic American Sign Language.Ages 0-5.This program often is full, as our room capacity is 45 people. Please arrive in a timely manner as late entry may not be permitted.

Crazy 8s is a math club unlike any other! It offers unique, high-energy math activities that appeal to kids of all math abilities. This session is for grades 3rd-5th. Sign up once for all 7 sessions. We will meet 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, and 3/17.Grades 3-5.Registration required.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Is your little one ready for a gentle introduction to a classroom setting? Each session of Preschool Pals this year includes books, music, and a simple craft focusing on a different letter.Ages 2.5-5, siblings welcome.

Explore the possibilities of building with LEGOs and meet other LEGO lovers! Use the library's LEGO bricks to build a creation to display in our children's area.Grades K-6.Drop-in program. Come anytime between 3:15-4:00 pm.

What's the Weather Like Today? will be presented by Ursula Towne, Peoria Society of Women Engineers. Participants will explore various atmospheric conditions that go into making a weather forecast. What is temperature? GEMS will make their own thermometer to take home.Girls, ...read more

Join us for bookish conversation at a local restaurant. Request to join our Facebook group for updates. Pick up a copy of the current month's selection at the checkout desk.March 18 at Jack's Cafe (Tremont): The Storm We Made by Vanessa ChanAdults.New members always welcome.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

What's the weather like today? Explore different kinds of weather with with books, activities, and crafts. Register once for all five classes. Ages 3-5.Registration required.

This program has been canceled due to weather.Be the engineer and design your own mini basketball hoop and ball launcher.Grades 2-3.Registration required.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Learn about the life and art of Yayoi Kusama. Create your own dotty art in her artistic style.Ages 5-12.Registration required.

Why are some block towers steady and others easy to knock over? Let's learn about center of mass and how you can use it to keep yourself on your feet.Recommended for ages 5-10.Registration required.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Learn about the life and art of Yayoi Kusama. Create your own dotty art in her artistic style. This program is a repeat of the class held on 3/20/25.Ages 5-12.Registration required.

Join us for learning fun with songs, shakers, and stories!Ages 0-5, siblings welcome.

Join us for learning fun with songs, shakers, and stories!Ages 0-5, siblings welcome.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

You don't have to sit still for this storytime! Wiggles & Giggles is an active storytime designed for new walkers, movers, and shakers. Songs and a story are followed by a short playtime.Ages 1-3, siblings welcome.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

What's the weather like today? Explore different kinds of weather with with books, activities, and crafts. Register once for all five classes. Ages 3-5.Registration required.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Are you prepared to be safe when you’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting? This instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use mannequins to practice rescue skills like choking rescue and CPR! Graduation ceremony will begi...read more

Are you looking for something fun to do over Spring Break? Have you always wanted to try D&D but don't know where to start? Join us for a family-friendly game of Dungeons and Dragons. All skill levels are welcome! We will have two sessions (March 25 and 27.) Sign up for one or both.Ages 11+....read more

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Join us for learning fun with songs, shakers, and stories!Ages 0-5, siblings welcome.

Do you have tech questions?Book a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment by calling 309-263-2200.  Topics could include: finding items on the internet and using email;  MPL apps; navigating a new device; and connecting with social media.  We can give a little assistance to get started doin...read more

Join us for learning fun with songs, shakers, and stories!Ages 0-5, siblings welcome.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Spring is coming! The trees will bud and flowers will start to bloom. Stop by the teen area to create a unique bouquet, a book bouquet! Take home kits are available while supplies last.Teens.Drop-in program. Come any time the library is open.

Join Communication Junction for rhymes, stories, and bubbles and learn basic American Sign Language.Ages 0-5.This program often is full, as our room capacity is 45 people. Please arrive in a timely manner as late entry may not be permitted. Another session is offered at 11 am.

Join Communication Junction for rhymes, stories, and bubbles and learn basic American Sign Language.Ages 0-5.This program often is full, as our room capacity is 45 people. Please arrive in a timely manner as late entry may not be permitted.