- June 17, 2025
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Brick Builder's Club
June 17, 2025 @ 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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Dragon Fly Mission NASA Presentation
June 17, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm,
Join us for a special NASA presentation on the Dragonfly Mission, featuring Barbara Bendkowski Hilton.
Barbara is a Program Executive in the Planetary Science Division at NASA Headquarters, overseeing the Dragonfly Mission to explore Saturn’s moon, Titan. Since beginning her NASA career in 2009 at the Langley Research Center as a Spacecraft Systems Engineer, she has taken on various roles in Planetary Science, Earth Science, and Space Technology Development.
Before NASA, she worked at Lockheed Martin in Colorado as a Spacecraft Systems Engineer, contributing to missions like Genesis, Stardust, and Mars Odyssey.
Barbara holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and a Master’s in Space Systems Operations Management from Webster University. She graduated from Saint Bede Academy in 1996.
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- June 18, 2025
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Wellness Wednesday- Blood Pressure/ Glucose Check
June 18, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 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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Illinois Valley Birth and Breast Feeding Support Group
June 18, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am,
Samantha Whiteaker hosts this meeting.
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.
In case of inclement weather, contact Samantha or call the Peru Public Library and inquire about weather-related closings.
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- June 19, 2025
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Thursday Tots
June 19, 2025 @ 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
June 19, 2025 @ 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 mpack@perulibrary.org, if you have any questions.
Click HERE for the 2025 Books
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- June 20, 2025
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CANCELLED TODAY--Tech Help Fridays
June 20, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am,
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- June 21, 2025
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Peruvian Purlers
June 21, 2025 @ 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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- June 23, 2025
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Books and Babies
June 23, 2025 @ 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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- June 24, 2025
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Color Me Calm
June 24, 2025 @ 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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- June 26, 2025
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CANCELLED TODAY--Thursday Tots
June 26, 2025 @ 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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Playdough Party !
June 26, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Youth Services
Come play with playdough at the library!
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- June 27, 2025
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CANCELLED TODAY--Tech Help Fridays
June 27, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am,
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Teen Advisory Group (TAG)
June 27, 2025 @ 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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- June 28, 2025
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Canvas Painting Workshop
June 28, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm,
Join us at the Peru Library with our friend, Mikaila Butuso, for a Canvas Painting Workshop. She will show us how to create a whimsical canvas that goes along with our Summer Reading is Out of this World Theme. We will hold 3 separate workshops designed for Adults, Children, and Teens. Space is limited. Click here to register!
10 AM Adults (any age)
1 PM Kids (ages 8-12)
3 PM Teens (ages 13-18)
Each workshop will be held in the Lower Level Meeting Room.
If you are unable to make your spot, please email Marti Pack mpack@perulibrary.org or call 815-223-0229 X 213 to let her know so another artist can take your place. Registration Required- 20 spaces for each workshop are available.
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Peruvian Purlers
June 28, 2025 @ 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.
* Please note: for June 28th- The Purlers will meet in the Main Library.
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- June 30, 2025
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CANCELLED TODAY--Books and Babies
June 30, 2025 @ 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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Movie Matinee
June 30, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm,
Join us for our Summer Reading Movie Matinee.
We will be watching the movie "Hidden Figures".
Hidden Figures uncovers the incredible story of three women who changed the space race. The film recounts the history of three black female mathematicians at NASA who helped win the space race against the Soviet Union while rocketing the quest for equal rights and opportunity forward.
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As the Pages Turn Book Discussion
June 30, 2025 @ 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.
Click HERE to view the 2025 Books
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- July 1, 2025
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Brick Builder's Club for Kids 5-12 years Siblings Welcome
July 1, 2025 @ 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
July 1, 2025 @ 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: possibilities.peru@gmail.com
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- July 2, 2025
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Wellness Wednesday- Blood Pressure/ Glucose Check
July 2, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am,
Join In Home Care Connections (IHCC) for:
- FREE Health screenings- blood pressure, pulse ox, blood glucose, and cholesterol (please fast for 8-12 hours before blood glucose and cholesterol screenings)
- No Appointment necessary!
- Learn about compassionate and reliable personalized care in the comfort of your home.
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Charcuterie Boards, the healthy way
July 2, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm,
Join Susan Glassman from the Illinois Extension as she shares about creating beautiful Charcuterie Boards, the healthy way.
The event is free to the public. Please sign up here.
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- July 3, 2025
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CANCELLED - Thursday Tots
July 3, 2025 @ 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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- July 4, 2025
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Library Closed - Independence Day
July 4, 2025, Peru Public Library
The library is closed in observance of Independence Day. We resume our regular hours on the 5th of July
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No Teen Game Night
July 4, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Main Library
There will be no Teen Game Night due to the 4th of July.
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- July 5, 2025
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Peruvian Purlers
July 5, 2025 @ 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 7, 2025
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NO Books and Babies
July 7, 2025 @ 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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- July 8, 2025
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Color Me Calm
July 8, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Lower Level Meeting Room
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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Chalk the Walk
July 8, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm,
Join us at the library to decorate our sidewalks with chalk!
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20 & 30 Something Book Club
July 8, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Peru Public Library, 1409 11th St, Peru, IL 61354, USA
In your 20s or 30s and love to read? Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 6:30-7:30 pm to discuss the book of the month. All are welcome to attend.
Click HERE for the 2025 Books
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- July 9, 2025
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Illinois Valley Birth and Breast Feeding Support Group
July 9, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am,
Samantha Whiteaker hosts this meeting. 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. In case of inclement weather, contact Samantha or call the Peru Public Library and inquire about weather-related closings.
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🚀✨ Adult Constellation Jar Craft✨🚀
July 9, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm,
🚀✨ Reach for the Stars! ✨🚀
Join us for a Constellation Jar Craft on Wednesday, July 9 at 1 PM & 3 PM!
Create your own starry masterpiece. 🌌🌟🎨 Adults (all ages) 1 pm
🎨 Teens (Ages 12-18) 3 pm
📍 Limited space available — registration required!
👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/g1RCqfbPz1spWA6G9Don’t miss this out-of-this-world activity! 🌠🛸
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🚀✨Teen Constellation Jar Craft✨🚀
July 9, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm,
🚀✨ Reach for the Stars! ✨🚀
Join us for a Constellation Jar Craft on Wednesday, July 9 at 1 PM & 3 PM!
Create your own starry masterpiece. 🌌🌟🎨 Adults (all ages) 1 pm
🎨 Teens (Ages 12-18) 3 pm
📍 Limited space available — registration required!
👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/g1RCqfbPz1spWA6G9Don’t miss this out-of-this-world activity! 🌠🛸
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- July 10, 2025
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Thursday Tots
July 10, 2025 @ 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
July 10, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Library meeting room
The meeting of Peru Public Library Board of Trustees
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- July 11, 2025
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Tech Help Fridays
July 11, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am,
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Drop in Story Hour
July 11, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm,
Join us in the children's department for an all ages storytime!
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Anime Manga Appreciation Club
July 11, 2025 @ 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 12, 2025
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Peruvian Purlers
July 12, 2025 @ 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 14, 2025
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NO Books and Babies
July 14, 2025 @ 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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- July 15, 2025
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Brick Builder's Club
July 15, 2025 @ 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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- July 16, 2025
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Wellness Wednesday- Blood Pressure/ Glucose Check
July 16, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 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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Movie Matinee
July 16, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm,
Join us for our Summer Reading Movie Matinee!
We will be screening the movie "Fly Me to the Moon.""Fly Me to the Moon" is a 2024 romantic comedy set against the backdrop of the 1969 space race. The film follows Kelly Jones, a marketing expert hired to enhance NASA's public image. She finds herself in conflict with Cole Davis, the launch director for Apollo 11. The White House secretly commissions Kelly to stage a fake moon landing as a backup plan, leading to a complex situation filled with secrecy, a developing romance, and ethical dilemmas surrounding deception.
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