- July 12, 2024
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Tech Help Fridays
July 12, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am,
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Drop in Story Hour
July 12, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm,
New story hour for preschool and elementary-aged children! Join us for a story, songs, rhymes, and crafts on Fridays this summer. We hope to see you there!
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Anime Manga Appreciation Club
July 12, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm, Library Meeting Room
The Teen Anime Manga Club meets at 3:30 on the 2nd Friday of the month in the lower level of the library. Join us for a night filled with all things Anime. New members are always welcome.
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- July 13, 2024
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Peruvian Purlers
July 13, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Lower Level Meeting Room
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. Takes place in the Adult Library- teen area the month of February.
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MESStival
July 13, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm,
Join us in Washington Park for a fun and messy time!
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- July 15, 2024
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Books and Babies
July 15, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am, Children's Library
Books and Babies will take place in the Youth library. For ages 6 weeks to 24 months.
We will meet every Monday. Activity or craft will follow Storytime!
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Comic Book Workshop for Kids
July 15, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm,
Join Jerry from Do Art Productions as he teaches us how to create our very own comics! This event is meant for children ages 6-12. Registration is required.
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Alzheimer's Caring Friends Meeting
July 15, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, Lower Level Meeting Room
Meets the 3rd Monday of every month.
Share a loved one’s journey or listen to how others deal with theirs.
Questions?
Contact: Joanne Milby: 815.228-1858; Peg Gonet: 815.481.6465 or Bob Frig: 815.220.0202
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- July 16, 2024
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Brick Builder's Club
July 16, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm,
Come for an evening of brick building with Lego's® on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month.
There is no fee to be in this club.Builders 5-12 years enjoy themed building challenges each session or can build their own designs. Kids build from 6-6:45 pm and each builder can present his/her design to the club members beginning at 6:45 pm.
Lego® bricks are provided. Please do not bring Lego® bricks or figures from home. Lego designs remain on display for at least 1 week. Call 815-223-0229 ext. 214 to make an initial registration. Walk-ins welcome.
In case of inclement weather, call the library or visit our Facebook page for updates.
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Possibilites Where the Journey Begins
July 16, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, Lower Level Meeting Room
This peer support group is for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and bipolar symptoms in a safe, supportive environment created to listen and learn together to navigate their diagnosis with others doing the same.
Questions?
Contact Don, Lead Facilitator
Email: [email protected]
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- July 17, 2024
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Wellness Wednesday- Blood Pressure/ Glucose Check
July 17, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am,
- FREE Health screenings- blood pressure, pulse ox, blood glucose, and cholesterol (please fast for 8-12 hours before blood glucose and cholesterol screenings)
- Health care navigation
- Technology and digital program assistance- OSF MyChart
- Connection to community resources
- Medicaid Innovation. Collaborative program enrollment
- No Appointment Necessary.
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Teen Sign Painting Class
July 17, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm,
Ages 12-18
Paint a sign for your bedroom door with local small business owner, Jyllian Ossola! You may recognize her name from other local sign painting classes. Jyllian Ossola is a creative arts instructor. She is a graduate of IVCC and owns her own business, Flipping Vintage, refurbishing furniture and home decor. She has also created signs for some local businesses. Along with teaching a variety of adult education programs such as barn quilts and home decor she instructs an after-school art program in Putnam County organized by IVCC. She also works as a Special Education teacher at Lighted Way Association in LaSalle. Jyllian believes that no one is ever too young or too old to create something beautiful.
Registration is required. The program is FREE!
If for some reason you register and cannot make it, please email [email protected] so that space can be assigned to a waiting artist.
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- July 18, 2024
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Thursday Tots
July 18, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am, Children's Library
For toddlers ages 1-3. We will meet every Thursday. Activity or craft will follow Storytime!
Takes place in the Children's Library.
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ABC Book Club
July 18, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm,
The Afternoon Book Club meets on the third Thursday of the Month at 2 pm. Come join the discussion and find some new reads along the way. Everyone is welcome. Contact Marti Pack at 815-223-0229 or [email protected], if you have any questions.
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- July 19, 2024
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Tech Help Fridays
July 19, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am,
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Drop in Story Hour
July 19, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm,
New story hour for preschool and elementary-aged children! Join us for a story, songs, rhymes, and crafts on Fridays this summer. We hope to see you there!
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IL Valley Youth Symphony
July 19, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Main Library
Join us for an evening of music. The performance will feature several musical selections, including Schubert Marche Militaire, Finale from Tchaikovsky Serenade for Strings, Soon Hee Newbold Appalachian Hymn, and other works
Since 1987 the Illinois Valley Youth Symphony has provided students with a valuable and unique musical experience through weekly rehearsals and regular performances. Currently, the IVYSO offers 3 levels of string orchestra for students in grades 3-12.
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- July 20, 2024
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Peruvian Purlers
July 20, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Lower Level Meeting Room
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. Takes place in the Adult Library- teen area the month of February.
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- July 22, 2024
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Books and Babies
July 22, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am, Children's Library
Books and Babies will take place in the Youth library. For ages 6 weeks to 24 months.
We will meet every Monday. Activity or craft will follow Storytime!
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Summer Break- Write Here- Adult Writing Club
July 22, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm,
Our Adult writing club will be on Summer break for May, June & July.
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- July 23, 2024
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Color Me Calm
July 23, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Library meeting room
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.
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- July 25, 2024
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Thursday Tots
July 25, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am, Children's Library
For toddlers ages 1-3. We will meet every Thursday. Activity or craft will follow Storytime!
Takes place in the Children's Library.
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LaLeche League of the Illinois Valley
July 25, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am,
This meeting is hosted by Samantha Whiteaker. This free monthly Breastfeeding and Information Support Group welcomes pregnant mothers, babies, and toddlers. While at the library, check out the resources for young children.
Interested individuals may contact Samantha at 309-258-9262 | [email protected] | or FB La Leche League of the Illinois Valley.
In case of inclement weather, contact Samantha or call the Peru Public Library and inquire about weather-related closings.
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- July 26, 2024
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Tech Help Fridays
July 26, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am,
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Drop in Story Hour
July 26, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm,
New story hour for preschool and elementary-aged children! Join us for a story, songs, rhymes, and crafts on Fridays this summer. We hope to see you there!
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Teen Advisory Group (TAG)
July 26, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm, Library Meeting Room
TAG Members:
- Encourage teen involvement in the library, promote and encourage reading by teens
- Take a leadership role in the planning and hosting of teen programs, services, and events
- Advise the Program Librarian on teen interests and trends
- Advise book choice for teens on what they will need for homework and enjoyment
The Peru Library TAG meets on the last Friday of the month at 3:30. Snacks are provided.
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- July 27, 2024
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Peruvian Purlers
July 27, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Lower Level Meeting Room
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. Takes place in the Adult Library- teen area the month of February.
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- July 29, 2024
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Books and Babies
July 29, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am, Children's Library
Books and Babies will take place in the Youth library. For ages 6 weeks to 24 months.
We will meet every Monday. Activity or craft will follow Storytime!
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As the Pages Turn Book Discussion
July 29, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Library Meeting Room
The group meets the last Monday of each month to discuss their thoughts of that month's book. All are welcome to attend.
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- July 31, 2024
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Be Creative Summer Reading Closing Party
July 31, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm,
Join us as we celebrate the end of our summer reading program! There will be a dance party in the children's library with DJ Mara and in the main library there will be a "Books for Bingo" party for ages 12-102. We hope to see you there!
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- August 1, 2024
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Thursday Tots
August 1, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am, Children's Library
For toddlers ages 1-3. We will meet every Thursday. Activity or craft will follow Storytime!
Takes place in the Children's Library.
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- August 2, 2024
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Tech Help Fridays
August 2, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am,
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Cancelled due to Taste of the IL Valley- Teen Game Night
August 2, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Main Library
Are you in the age range of 12-18? Join us for Teen Game Night. It's a night to meet new friends, and play all games!
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- August 3, 2024
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Peruvian Purlers
August 3, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Lower Level Meeting Room
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. Takes place in the Adult Library- teen area the month of February.
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- August 5, 2024
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Books and Babies
August 5, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am, Children's Library
Books and Babies will take place in the Youth library. For ages 6 weeks to 24 months.
We will meet every Monday. Activity or craft will follow Storytime!
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- August 6, 2024
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Brick Builder's Club for Kids 5-12 years Siblings Welcome
August 6, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Children's Library
Come for an evening of brick building with Lego's® on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month.
There is no fee to be in this club.Builders 5-12 years enjoy themed building challenges each session or can build their own designs. Kids build from 6-6:45 pm and each builder can present his/her design to the club members beginning at 6:45 pm.
Lego® bricks are provided. Please do not bring Lego® bricks or figures from home. Lego designs remain on display for at least 1 week. Call 815-223-0229 ext. 214 to make an initial registration. Walk-ins welcome.
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Possibilities Where the Journey Begins
August 6, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Lower Level Meeting Room
This peer support group is for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and bipolar symptoms in a safe, supportive environment created to listen and learn together to navigate their diagnosis with others doing the same.
Questions? Contact Don, Lead FacilitatorEmail: [email protected]
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- August 7, 2024
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The History of String Instruments
August 7, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm,
Join us for this collaboration with Guitar Junkyard as we explore the history of string instruments, spanning from their origins to today's technology. There will be Q & A session at the end.
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- August 8, 2024
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Thursday Tots
August 8, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am, Children's Library
For toddlers ages 1-3. We will meet every Thursday. Activity or craft will follow Storytime!
Takes place in the Children's Library.
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Board Meeting
August 8, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Library meeting room
The meeting of Peru Public Library Board of Trustees
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- August 9, 2024
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National Book Lovers Day
August 9, 2024,
What's your favorite book? Celebrate National Book Lovers Day by reading it.
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Tech Help Fridays
August 9, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am,
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Anime Manga Appreciation Club
August 9, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm, Library Meeting Room
The Teen Anime Manga Club meets at 3:30 on the 2nd Friday of the month in the lower level of the library. Join us for a night filled with all things Anime. New members are always welcome.
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- August 10, 2024
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Peruvian Purlers
August 10, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Lower Level Meeting Room
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. Takes place in the Adult Library- teen area the month of February.
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