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December 9, 2024
  • Books and Babies

    December 9, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 amChildren'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!

    Click here for more information.

December 10, 2024
  • Color Me Calm

    December 10, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pmLower 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.

  • Evening Storytime

    December 10, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmChildren's Library

    Storytime for children of all ages! A craft or activity follows the story. Evening Storytime will take place on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

    This event takes place in the Children's Library

  • 20 & 30 Something Book Club

    December 10, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmPeru 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.

December 12, 2024
  • Thursday Tots - Canceled

    December 12, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 amChildren'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.

  • No Board Meeting in December

    December 12, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmLibrary meeting room

    The meeting of Peru Public Library Board of Trustees

December 13, 2024
  • Tech Help Fridays

    December 13, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

  • Anime Manga Appreciation Club

    December 13, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pmLibrary 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.

December 14, 2024
  • Peruvian Purlers

    December 14, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pmLower 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.

December 16, 2024
  • Books and Babies

    December 16, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 amChildren'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!

    Click here for more information.

  • Movie Matinee

    December 16, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Join us for our Movie Matinee.  Our feature film will be Miracle on 34th St. There will be drinks and snacks available.

    https://perulibrary.org/movie-matinee-2/

  • Alzheimer's Caring Friends Meeting

    December 16, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pmLower 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

  • As the Pages Turn Book Discussion

    December 16, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmLibrary Meeting Room

    Please note change of date for December.  They will meet on the 16th in the Teen Area.  

    The group meets the last Monday of each month to discuss their thoughts of that month's book. All are welcome to attend.

December 17, 2024
  • Brick Builder's Club

    December 17, 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.

  • Possibilites Where the Journey Begins

    December 17, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pmLower 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: possibilities.peru@gmail.com

December 18, 2024
  • Winter Break: Wellness Wednesday- Blood Pressure/ Glucose Check

    December 18, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am


    OSF Blood Pressure and Glucose Screening will be on Winter Break for December, January and February.  Watch for new dates coming in the Spring. 

    • 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.
  • LaLeche League of the Illinois Valley

    December 18, 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 | ivlllgroup@gmail.com | 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.

December 19, 2024
  • Thursday Tots

    December 19, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 amChildren'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.

  • ABC Book Club

    December 19, 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 mpack@perulibrary.org,  if you have any questions.

December 20, 2024
  • Tech Help Fridays

    December 20, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

  • Cookies and Cocoa for Kids

    December 20, 2024 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm

    Join us in the children's department for some cookies and hot cocoa to get in the Christmas spirit!

December 21, 2024
  • Peruvian Purlers

    December 21, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pmLower 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.

December 23, 2024
  • Cancelled today- Books and Babies

    December 23, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 amChildren'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!

    Click here for more information.

December 24, 2024
  • Library Closed- Christmas Eve

    December 24, 2024Peru Public Library

    The library is closed the 24th and 25th in observance of Christmas.

  • Color Me Calm

    December 24, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pmLibrary 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.

December 25, 2024
  • Library Closed - Christmas Day

    December 25, 2024

December 26, 2024
  • Cancelled today--Thursday Tots

    December 26, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 amChildren'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.

December 27, 2024
  • Tech Help Fridays

    December 27, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

  • No Teen Advisory Group (TAG)- Winter Break

    December 27, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:45 pmLibrary 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.

December 28, 2024
  • Peruvian Purlers

    December 28, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pmLower 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.

December 30, 2024
  • Cancelled today--Books and Babies

    December 30, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 amChildren'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!

    Click here for more information.

December 31, 2024
  • Library Closed - New Years Day

    December 31, 2024 - January 1, 2025 @ , 

January 2, 2025
  • Cancelled today--Thursday Tots

    January 2, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 amChildren'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.

January 3, 2025
  • Tech Help Fridays

    January 3, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

  • Winter Break- No Teen Game Night

    January 3, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmMain Library

    Teen Game Night is on Winter Break.  It will resume again in February.

    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!

January 4, 2025
  • Peruvian Purlers

    January 4, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pmLower 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.

January 6, 2025
  • Books and Babies

    January 6, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 amChildren'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!

    Click here for more information.

January 7, 2025
  • Brick Builder's Club for Kids 5-12 years Siblings Welcome

    January 7, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmChildren'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.


    In case of inclement weather, call the library or visit our Facebook page for updates.

  • Possibilities Where the Journey Begins

    January 7, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmLower 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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