1
2
Teen Game Night
Teen Game Night
September 2, 2016 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Get Your Game On! We’ve got XBox 360, PS2, PS3, Wii, 5 Gaming Screens, 10 PCs for Interactive Game Play, Board Games, Super Smash Bros, Just Dance, DDR, Guitar Hero. Bring a teen rated game, we’ll play it! Teen Game Night is held on the 1st Friday of every month, is open to ages 12-18, and is a free program.
•
3
Peruvian Purlers
Peruvian Purlers
September 3, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
An informal weekly gathering of knitters, crocheters and others at the Peru Library. Doesn't matter if you are beginner or master, all are welcome.
•
4
5
Labor Day - Library is closed
Labor Day - Library is closed
September 5, 2016
•
6
Bounces and Tickles for Babies
Bounces and Tickles for Babies
September 6, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 10:20 am
Join us for lap bounces, lifts, songs, and finger plays designed to stimulate babies birth to 12 months. Fun ways to use music, shakers, scarves, and books with babies are demonstrated. Bring a small baby blanket for floor activities. Call Children's Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up.
•
7
8
Wiggles and Giggles
Wiggles and Giggles
September 8, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 10:20 am
Families engage in the fun of finger plays, movement, and music. Although best for children ages 1-3, siblings are welcome to attend. Unstructured playtime follows each session. Call Children's Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up.
Board Meeting
Board Meeting
September 8, 2016 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The meeting of Peru Public Library Board of Trustees
• •
9
Anime Manga Appreciation Club
Anime Manga Appreciation Club
September 9, 2016 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
The Teen Anime Manga Club meets at 3:30 on the 2nd Friday of the month in the lower level of the library. We discuss everything otaku, share original mangas, watch new anime, play Yu-Gi-Oh & Pokemon, & help plan the Peru Library annual Animinicon. New members are always welcome.
•
10
Peruvian Purlers
Peruvian Purlers
September 10, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
An informal weekly gathering of knitters, crocheters and others at the Peru Library. Doesn't matter if you are beginner or master, all are welcome.
•
11
12
Tech Savvy Teens
Tech Savvy Teens
September 12, 2016 @ 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm
We film & take photos and set up gaming & audio visual equipment at teen library events. We also assist with the library’s teen Facebook page, help create flyers, and create skits for promotional library videos. Snacks are always provided.
Fashion Club for 3rd thru 5th graders
Fashion Club for 3rd thru 5th graders
September 12, 2016 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Fashion Club meets the second Monday of the month September through May. Registration is limited to 12 students. Fashion design and complimentary nail art, brand identification and merchandising, winter and athletic apparel, fiber arts, jewelry accessories, and introduction to pattern use will be explored this year. This year's club is not in conjunction with 4-H. To register, please call 815-223-0229 ext 5. or stop by the Peru Library.
Wiggles and Giggles
Wiggles and Giggles
September 12, 2016 @ 6:15 pm - 6:35 pm
Families engage in the fun of finger plays, movement, and music. Although best for children ages 1-3, siblings are welcome to attend. Unstructured playtime follows each session. Call Children's Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up.
Fashion Club for 6th thru 8th graders
Fashion Club for 6th thru 8th graders
September 12, 2016 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fashion Club meets the second Monday of the month September through May. Registration is limited to 12 students. Fashion design and complimentary nail art, brand identification and merchandising, winter and athletic apparel, fiber arts, jewelry accessories, and introduction to pattern use will be explored this year. This year's club is not in conjunction with 4-H. To register, please call 815-223-0229 ext 5. or stop by the Peru Library.
• • • •
13
Bounces and Tickles for Babies
Bounces and Tickles for Babies
September 13, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 10:20 am
Join us for lap bounces, lifts, songs, and finger plays designed to stimulate babies birth to 12 months. Fun ways to use music, shakers, scarves, and books with babies are demonstrated. Bring a small baby blanket for floor activities. Call Children's Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up.
Color Me Calm
Color Me Calm
September 13, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Miss coloring? Listen to your inner child and relax. Drop by between 10 and 12 for coloring, coffee and companionship the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month. Coffee, coloring sheets, and colored pens and pencils will be provided. Color Me Calm is held in the library's meeting room on the lower level. This program is for adults only.
• •
14
15
Wiggles and Giggles
Wiggles and Giggles
September 15, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 10:20 am
Families engage in the fun of finger plays, movement, and music. Although best for children ages 1-3, siblings are welcome to attend. Unstructured playtime follows each session. Call Children's Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up.
Teens Talk Books
Teens Talk Books
September 15, 2016 @ 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm
We meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 3:30 in the library meeting room and talk about plenty of books. We choose one (sometimes two) for the book of the month. Snacks are always provided and new members are always welcome.
• •
16
17
Peruvian Purlers
Peruvian Purlers
September 17, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
An informal weekly gathering of knitters, crocheters and others at the Peru Library. Doesn't matter if you are beginner or master, all are welcome.
May the Force Be with You: 2nd Annual Star Wars Day
May the Force Be with You: 2nd Annual Star Wars Day
September 17, 2016 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This is a free family fun Star Wars themed day at the library. This drop-in event includes a Star Wars costume contest, games, trivia, lightsaber training, prizes, and more. Registration is requested. Call Children’s Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up. Children not yet graduated from 2nd grade must be accompanied by an adult.
• •
18
19
Tech Savvy Teens
Tech Savvy Teens
September 19, 2016 @ 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm
We film & take photos and set up gaming & audio visual equipment at teen library events. We also assist with the library’s teen Facebook page, help create flyers, and create skits for promotional library videos. Snacks are always provided.
Wiggles and Giggles
Wiggles and Giggles
September 19, 2016 @ 6:15 pm - 6:35 pm
Families engage in the fun of finger plays, movement, and music. Although best for children ages 1-3, siblings are welcome to attend. Unstructured playtime follows each session. Call Children's Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up.
• •
20
Bounces and Tickles for Babies
Bounces and Tickles for Babies
September 20, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 10:20 am
Join us for lap bounces, lifts, songs, and finger plays designed to stimulate babies birth to 12 months. Fun ways to use music, shakers, scarves, and books with babies are demonstrated. Bring a small baby blanket for floor activities. Call Children's Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up.
Using your smartphone
Using your smartphone
September 20, 2016 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Rodney Tennison returns to share tips on using your smartphone. Doesn't matter which phone you have, Rodney can help you! The session is in the library's meeting room, from 1:30-3:30pm.
• •
21
22
Wiggles and Giggles
Wiggles and Giggles
September 22, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 10:20 am
Families engage in the fun of finger plays, movement, and music. Although best for children ages 1-3, siblings are welcome to attend. Unstructured playtime follows each session. Call Children's Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up.
•
23
24
Peruvian Purlers
Peruvian Purlers
September 24, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
An informal weekly gathering of knitters, crocheters and others at the Peru Library. Doesn't matter if you are beginner or master, all are welcome.
•
25
26
Wiggles and Giggles
Wiggles and Giggles
September 26, 2016 @ 6:15 pm - 6:35 pm
Families engage in the fun of finger plays, movement, and music. Although best for children ages 1-3, siblings are welcome to attend. Unstructured playtime follows each session. Call Children's Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up.
Adult Book Discussion
Adult Book Discussion
September 26, 2016 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The group meets the last Monday of each month to discuss their thoughts of that month's book. All are welcome to attend.
• •
27
Color Me Calm
Color Me Calm
September 27, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Miss coloring? Listen to your inner child and relax. Drop by between 10 and 12 for coloring, coffee and companionship the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month. Coffee, coloring sheets, and colored pens and pencils will be provided. Color Me Calm is held in the library's meeting room on the lower level. This program is for adults only.
Bounces and Tickles for Babies
Bounces and Tickles for Babies
September 27, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 10:20 am
Join us for lap bounces, lifts, songs, and finger plays designed to stimulate babies birth to 12 months. Fun ways to use music, shakers, scarves, and books with babies are demonstrated. Bring a small baby blanket for floor activities. Call Children's Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up.
• •
28
29
Wiggles and Giggles
Wiggles and Giggles
September 29, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 10:20 am
Families engage in the fun of finger plays, movement, and music. Although best for children ages 1-3, siblings are welcome to attend. Unstructured playtime follows each session. Call Children's Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up.
ABCs of Dementia and Caregiving
ABCs of Dementia and Caregiving
September 29, 2016 @ 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm
The Illinois Valley Alzheimers group meets monthly at the Peru Library on the 3rd Monday. All are welcome to attend the group.
Top Dogs! Family Fun Night
Top Dogs! Family Fun Night
September 29, 2016 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Meet our Doggie Tales Friends and sign up to be a member of this reading club where kids practice reading to certified therapy dogs. Meet Ms. Julie and Lila, Ms. Pam and Sara, and Ms. Theresa and Willow. We’ll have lots of fun activities and light refreshments will be served. Call Children's Services at (815) 223-0229 x 5 to sign up.
• • •
30
TAG
TAG
September 30, 2016 @ 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm
TAG Members:
The Peru Library TAG meets on the last Friday of the month at 3:30. Snacks are provided.
•
