July 2010

July 1st:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM.  New members are always welcome.

July 2nd:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00-11:00 AM.  This is the Celebration Party with ice cream, M & K Inflatables and final day prizes.   

July2nd:  The 4H Nutrition Program will be held from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM. 

 

July 3rd:  The library will be closed today in observation of Independence Day.  Have a safe and happy holiday!

 

July 9th:  The 4H Nutrition Program will be held from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM. 

 

July 9th:  Summer Reading Surveys are due today.  Summer Reading Volunteers need to return their t-shirts today.

July 12th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM. 

July 16th:  The 4H Nutrition Program will be held from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM.   

 

July 16th:  Order forms for Peoria Chiefs Tickets and money for extra tickets are due today.

 

 July 23rd:  The 4H Nutrition Program will be held from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM.

 

 July 30th:  The 4H Nutrition Program will be held from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM.  This is the last 4H program of the summer. 

 

June 2010

June 3rd:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM.  New members are always welcome.

June 4th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00-11:00 AM.  Brian Pankey, Amazing, Scary Juggling will be the program. 

June 4th:  The 4H Nutrition Program will be held from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM.   

June 8th:  The library will be closed due to water leaks.  The slant roof was torn off of the library by the tornado.  We will reopen as soon as possible.  Please check WEEK, www.elmwooil.org or call the library at 742-2431 and listen to the message for updates.

June 8th:  The program is cancelled due to leaks. Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  This is a Make It-Take It Craft and will take no more than 15 minutes to complete.

June 9th:  The library will be closed due to water leaks.  The slant roof was torn off of the library by the tornado.  We will reopen as soon as possible.  Please check WEEK, www.elmwooil.org or call the library at 742-2431 and listen to the message for updates.

June 9th:  The program is cancelled due to leaks.  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:00-9:45 AM.  This is the Pre K Program for the summer.  Only children 4 & 5 not entering Kindergarten are invited.

June 9th:  The program is cancelled due to leaks.  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:00-10:45 AM.  Children entering 1st through 4th grade will read to an older buddy. 

June 10th:  The library will be closed due to water leaks.  The slant roof was torn off of the library by the tornado.  We will reopen as soon as possible.  Please check WEEK, www.elmwooil.org or call the library at 742-2431 and listen to the message for updates.

June 11th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00-11:00 AM.  The Peoria County Health Department will be here to present Scary Germs. 

June 11th:  The 4H Nutrition Program will be held from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM. 

June 14th:  The library will be closed due to water leaks.  The slant roof was torn off of the library by the tornado.  We will reopen as soon as possible.  Please check WEEK, www.elmwooil.org or call the library at 742-2431 and listen to the message for updates.

June 14th:   The meeting is cancelled due to leaks. The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM. 

June 15th:  The library will be closed due to water leaks.  The slant roof was torn off of the library by the tornado.  We will reopen as soon as possible.  Please check WEEK, www.elmwooil.org or call the library at 742-2431 and listen to the message for updates.

June 15th:  The program is cancelled due to leaks.  Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  This is a Make It-Take It Craft and will take no more than 15 minutes to complete.

June 16th:  The library will be closed due to water leaks.  The slant roof was torn off of the library by the tornado.  We will reopen as soon as possible.  Please check WEEK, www.elmwooil.org or call the library at 742-2431 and listen to the message for updates.

June 16th:  The program is cancelled due to leaks.  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:00-9:45 AM.  This is the Pre K Program for the summer.  Only children 4 & 5 not entering Kindergarten are invited.

June 16th:  The program is cancelled due to leaks.  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:00-10:45 AM.  Children entering 1st through 4th grade will read to an older buddy. 

June 17th:  The library will be closed due to water leaks.  The slant roof was torn off of the library by the tornado.  We will reopen as soon as possible.  Please check WEEK, www.elmwooil.org or call the library at 742-2431 and listen to the message for updates.

June 18th:  The library will reopen today from 1:00-5:00 PM.  We will be fine free discharging all checked out materials through July 3rd.  Please return any items you have checked out by that date.

June 18th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00-11:00 AM.  Forest Park Nature Center will be here to present Animal Scare Tactics. 

June 18th: The 4H Nutrition Program will be held from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM.   

June 22nd:  Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  This is a Make It-Take It Craft and will take no more than 15 minutes to complete.

June 23rd:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:00-9:45 AM.  This is the Pre K Program for the summer.  Only children 4 & 5 not entering Kindergarten are invited.

June 23rd:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:00-10:45 AM.  Children entering 1st through 4th grade will read to an older buddy. 

June 25th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00-11:00 AM.  Nancy Brown from Brown's Zoo will be here to present Not So Scary Animals.  Parents are welcome to take pictures when you pick up your children.  Pictures of the animals and your children can be taken for a $3 donation.  The donation goes to feed the animals.  This is the last day to turn in your Reading Log. 

 June 25th:  The 4H Nutrition Program will be held from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM. 

June 29th:  Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  This is a Make It-Take It Craft and will take no more than 15 minutes to complete.  This will be the last Craft Time of the summer.

June 30th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:00-9:45 AM.  This is the Pre K Program for the summer.  Only children 4 & 5 not entering Kindergarten are invited.  This will be the last WMRA of the summer.

June 30th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:00-10:45 AM.  Children entering 1st through 4th grade will read to an older buddy.  This will be the last RB of the summer. 

May 2010

May 5th:  The Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

May 5th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

May 6th :  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM.  New members are always welcome.

May 10th:   The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM. 

May 12th:  The Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

May 13th:  Summer Reading Kick Off Party will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM.  Children must be registered to attend any activities this summer.

May 19th:  The Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

May 5th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

May 26th:  The Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

May 31st:  The library will be closed in observation of Memorial Day.

March 2010 Events:

March 3rd:  The Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

March 3rd:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

March 3rd:  Summer League Baseball and Softball Sign Ups will be held in the Conference Room from 4:00-6:00 PM. 

March 4th :  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss The Weight of Silence by Heather Gudenkauf. Schmidt.  New members are always welcome. 

March 10th:  The Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

March 10th:  Summer League Baseball and Softball Sign Ups will be held in the Conference Room from 4:00-6:00 PM. 

March 11th:  The Daisy Scouts will meet in the Conference Room from 6:00-7:30 PM.

March 13th:  Join us for Dr. Seuss Story Time with Ms. Martin.  Children are invited to attend to hear stories and complete activates.

March 15th:   The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM.

March 17th:  The Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

March 17th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

March 24th:  The Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

March 25th:  Join us for Jump Into Your Jammies Story Time at 6:30 PM.  Children are invited to wear their pajamas and join us to hear stories. 

March 27th:  Join us for Dr. Seuss Story Time with Ms. Martin.  Children are invited to attend to hear stories and complete activates.

February 2010 Events:

February 3rd:  The Play Group run by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

February 3rd:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

February 4th :  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss The Wednesday Wars by Gary D. Schmidt and These Is My Words:  The Diary of Sarah Agnes Pines 1881-1901 by Nancy Turner.  New members are always welcome. 

February 10th:  The Play Group run by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

February 15th:   The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM.

February 17th:  The Play Group run by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

February 17th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

February 24th:  The Play Group run by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

February 25th:  Join us for Egyptian

Story Time at 6:30 PM.  Children are invited to join us to hear stories.  We will not be making crafts during Story Time this year. 

 

January 2010 Events:

January 1st:  The library will be closed.

January 6th:  The Play Group run by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

January 6th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

January 7th :  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss The Wednesday Wars by Gary D. Schmidt.  New members are always welcome. 

January 7th:  The library will be closed today due to the weather.  Book Club will not be held. 

January 12th:   The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM.

January 13th:  The Play Group run by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

January 20th:  The Play Group run by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

January 20th:  The Play Group run by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play. Toddler Time will not be held today due to the weather.

January 6th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

January 27th:  The Play Group run by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

January 28th:  Out of This World Story Time will be held at 6:30 PM.  Children are invited to join us to hear stories.  We will not be making crafts during Story Time this year. 

December 2009 Events:

December 2nd:  The Play Group lead by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

December 2nd:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

December 3rd :  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss The Guernsey Literary and Sweet Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer. New members are always welcome.

December 9th:  The Play Group lead by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

December 10th:  Story Time with Santa will be held at 6:30 PM.  Children are invited to hear a story from Santa, make a craft and have a cookie.

December 14th:   The library board of trustees will not meet this month.

December 16th:  The Play Group lead by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

December 16th:  Join us for Patron Appreciation Day.  Refreshments will be served.

December 24th:  The library will be closed for Christmas.

December 25th:  The library will be closed for Christmas.

December 26th:  The library will be closed for Christmas.

December 31st:  The library will be closed for New Years.

November 2009 Events:

November 4th:  The Play Group lead by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

November 4th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

November 5th :  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss Sarah's Key by Tatiana de Rosnay. New members are always welcome.

November 9th:   The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM.

November 11th:  The Play Group lead by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

November 18th:  The Play Group lead by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

November 18th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

November 19th:  Thanksgiving Story Time will be held at 6:30 PM.  Children are invited to join Ms. April for stories, snacks and crafts.

November 25th:  The Play Group lead by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

November 26th:  The library will be closed for Thanksgiving.

November 27th:  The library will be closed for Thanksgiving.

November 28th:  The library will be closed for Thanksgiving.

October 2009 Events:

October 1st:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss The Art of Racing In The Rain by Garth Stein. New members are always welcome.

October 7th:  The Play Group lead by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

October 7th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

October 12th:   The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM.

October 21st:  The Play Group lead by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

October 21st:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

October 29th:  Halloween Story Time will be held at 6:30 PM.  Children are invited to join Ms. April for stories, snacks and crafts.

October 30th:  We will hold a Book Sale from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM.

October 31st:  We will hold a Book Sale from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.

September 2009 Events:

September 3rd:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss The Shack by William Young. New members are always welcome.

September 7th:  The library will be closed in observation of Labor Day!

September 10th:  The library will close at 6:00 PM for the Fall Festival.,

September 12th:  The library will be closed for the Fall Festival. 

September 14th:   The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM.

August 2009 Events:

August 6th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss  The Next Thing On My List by Jill Smolinski. New members are always welcome.

August 11th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM.

August 20th:  Back To School Family Reading Night will be held at 6:30 PM.  Forest Park Nature Center will be here to present the Wild Bug Program that had to be cancelled on June 19th due to the storm.  Children should bring their extended reading log for great prizes.

August 21st:  This is our night at the Chiefs Game.   

July 2009 Events:

July 2nd:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini. New members are always welcome.

July 3rd:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00-11:00 AM.  If it is raining at 8:00 AM then all activities will be cancelled except for the program from 10:30-11:00 AM.  The program will be held at the Community Center.  If you are unsure , please call the library at 742-2431 and listen to the answering machine or check the web site for details.  Today the is the Celebration Party and M & K Inflatibles will be here.

July 3rd:  There will be no 4H Nutrition Program today.

July 4th:  The library will be closed in observation of Independence Day.

July 10th:  4H Nutrition Program will run from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM.

July 13th:  There will be no board meeting this month.

July 17th:  Please join us for a Open House for Mary Stenwall from 1:00-5:00 PM.  Mary is retiring after 20 years of service to the library.  Refreshments will be served.

July 17th:  4H Nutrition Program will run from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM.

July 24th:  4H Nutrition Program will run from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM.

July 25th:  The Summer Reading Youth Volunteer Appreciation Party will be held at 1:00 PM.  We will have pizza and play Survivor games.  Please RSVP by July 23rd.

June 2009 Events:

June 2nd:  Make It/Take It Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  Children registered for Summer Reading are invited to stop in and make a craft.  Parents are required to stay for this program as the craft only takes a few minutes to put together.

June 3rd:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children 4-10 years of age who are registered for Summer Reading are invited to attend to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents are not required to attend.

June 3rd:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:15-11:15 AM.  Children entering 1st grade who can read through 4th graders are invited to come to the library and be matched with an older buddy to read stories. 

June 4th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss A The Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammet. New members are always welcome.

June 5th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00-11:00 AM.  If it is raining at 8:00 AM then all activities will be cancelled except for the program from 10:30-11:00 AM.  The program will be held at the Community Center.  If you are unsure , please call the library at 742-2431 and listen to the answering machine or check the web site for details.  Today the program is the Brown Zoo for Safari Week.

June 5th:  4H Nutrition Program will run from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM.

June 8th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM. 

June 9th:  Make It/Take It Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  Children registered for Summer Reading are invited to stop in and make a craft.  Parents are required to stay for this program as the craft only takes a few minutes to put together.

June 10th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children 4-10 years of age who are registered for Summer Reading are invited to attend to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents are not required to attend.

June 10th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:15-11:15 AM.  Children entering 1st grade who can read through 4th graders are invited to come to the library and be matched with an older buddy to read stories. 

June 12th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00-11:00 AM.  If it is raining at 8:00 AM then all activities will be cancelled except for the program from 10:30-11:00 AM.  The program will be held at the Community Center.  If you are unsure , please call the library at 742-2431 and listen to the answering machine or check the web site for details.  Today the program is WMBD weather person and Wild Weather.

June 12th:  4H Nutrition Program will run from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM.

June 16th:  Make It/Take It Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  Children registered for Summer Reading are invited to stop in and make a craft.  Parents are required to stay for this program as the craft only takes a few minutes to put together.

June 17th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children 4-10 years of age who are registered for Summer Reading are invited to attend to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents are not required to attend.

June 17th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:15-11:15 AM.  Children entering 1st grade who can read through 4th graders are invited to come to the library and be matched with an older buddy to read stories. 

June 19th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00-11:00 AM.  If it is raining at 8:00 AM then all activities will be cancelled except for the program from 10:30-11:00 AM.  The program will be held at the Community Center.  If you are unsure , please call the library at 742-2431 and listen to the answering machine or check the web site for details.  Today the program is the Forest Park Nature Center for Bug Safari Week.

June 19th:  4H Nutrition Program will run from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM.

June 23rd:  Make It/Take It Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  Children registered for Summer Reading are invited to stop in and make a craft.  Parents are required to stay for this program as the craft only takes a few minutes to put together.  This is the last day of crafts.

June 24th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children 4-10 years of age who are registered for Summer Reading are invited to attend to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents are not required to attend.  This is the last day for WMRA.

June 24th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:15-11:15 AM.  Children entering 1st grade who can read through 4th graders are invited to come to the library and be matched with an older buddy to read stories.  This is the last day for Reading Buddies.  

June 26th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00-11:00 AM.  If it is raining at 8:00 AM then all activities will be cancelled except for the program from 10:30-11:00 AM.  The program will be held at the Community Center.  If you are unsure , please call the library at 742-2431 and listen to the answering machine or check the web site for details.  Today the program is a magician for Wild Magic Week.

June 26th:  4H Nutrition Program will run from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM.

May 2009 Events:

May 6th:  The Play Group run by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

May 6th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

May 7th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss A The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorn. New members are always welcome.

May 11th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM. 

May 13th:  The Play Group run by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

May 14th:  The Summer Reading Kick Off Party will be held form 5:00-7:00 PM.  Please join us to register, get all of your information and have a hot dog.  Registration is open until May 23rd.

May 20th:  The Play Group run by volunteers will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.   Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.

May 20th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

May 25th:  The library will be closed in observation of Memorial Day.

April 2009 Events:

April 1st:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM at West Park.  This will be the last meeting this spring for the group.

April 2nd:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss A Eat, Pray, Love:  One Woman's Search For Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia by Elizabeth Gilbert.  New members are always welcome.

April 10th:  The library will be closed in observation of Good Friday.

April 11th:  The library will be closed in observation of Easter.

April 13th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM. 

April 15th:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.  

April 15th:  We will celebrate National Library Week will a Patron Appreciation Day.  Please stop in between 9:00 AM-6:00 PM for refreshments and to register for prizes .  We will also be holding a Book Sale all day.  We will have all of the books out to view. 

April 22nd:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play. 

April 22nd:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

April 29th:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play. 

April 30th:  Camp Out At The Library Story Time will be held at 6:30 PM.  Children of all ages are welcome to join us for a story, craft and snack.

March 2009 Events:

March 4th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

March 4th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

March 5th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss A The Boy On The Bus by Timothy Crouse.  New members are always welcome.

March 9th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM. 

March 10th:  This is the last day to register to vote on April 7th.

March 11th:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play. 

March 18th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

March 18th:  Toddler Time will not be held today.

March 25th:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come

March 26th:  The library will host Early Voting from 9:00 AM-6:00 PM.   

March 26th:  Spring Into A Good Book Story Time will be held at 6:30 PM.  Children of all ages are welcome to join us for a story, craft and snack.

February 2009 Events:

February 4th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

February 4th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

February 5th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss A Walk In The Woods by Bill Bryson.  New members are always welcome.

February 9th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM. 

February 11th:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play. 

February 12th:  Bill Knight will present a program about Tom Teppet and his 1935 book, Horseshoe Bottoms.   

February 18th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

February 18th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

February 25th:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play. 

February 26th:  Dinosaur Discovery Story Time will be held at 6:30 PM.  Children of all ages are welcome to join us for a story, craft and snack.

January 2009 Events:

January 1st:  The library will be closed today.

January 7th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

January 7th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

January 8th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss One Christmas by Truman Capote.  New members are always welcome.

January 12th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM. 

January 14th:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play. 

January 21st:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

January 28th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

January 29th:  Snowy Story Time will be held at 6:30 PM.  Children of all ages are welcome to join us for a story, craft and snack.

December 2008 Events:

December 1st:  The library board of trustees will not meet this month.  In 2009 the board of trustee meetings will be held on the 2nd Monday of each month at 4:00 PM in the conference Room.

December 3rd:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class.  This will be the last Bright futures Play Group for the year. 

December 3rd:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

December 6th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss A Drowned Maiden's Hair by Laura Amy Schlitz.  New members are always welcome.

December 10th:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play.  This will be the last Play Group for the year. 

December 18th:  We will host a patron Appreciation Day from 1:00-8:00 PM.  Please stop in for a snack and to register for a gift bag.

December 18th:  Story Time With Santa will be held at 6:30 PM.  Please join us for a great story, crafts and snacks.  A special guest will join us too!

December 24th:  The library will be closed today.

December 25th:  The library will be closed today.  Merry Christmas!

December 31st:  The library will be closed today.  Happy New Year!     

November 2008 Events:

November 3rd:  The library board of trustees will meet in the Conference Room at 4:00 PM.

November 5th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

November 5th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

November 6th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss Green Glass Sea by Ellen Klages.  New members are always welcome.

November 12th:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play. 

November 12th:  Bright Futures will hold a Literacy Night for all Bright Futures students from 6:30-8:00 PM. 

November 19th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

November 19th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

November 20th:  A Thanksgiving Family Reading Night Story Time will be held at 6:30 PM.  All children are invited to join in the fun!  You will hear a story, make a craft, have a snack and have time to read together as a family!  

November 26th:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play. 

November 26th:  We will hold a Family Reading Day at the library from 1:00-6:00 PM.  Stop by anytime to read together as a family.  We will have snacks.  This is a great way to start the holiday!

November 27th:  The library will be closed today.

November 28th:  The library will be closed today.

November 29th:  The library will be closed today.

October 2008 Events:

October 1st:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

October 1st:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

October 2nd:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss  Blood On the River:  James Town 1607 by Elisa Lynn Carbone.  New members are always welcome.

October 6th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the mezzanine at 4:00 PM.

October 6th:  This is the last day to register to vote.

October 8th:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play. 

October 13th:  Early Voting will be held from 8:00 AM-6:00 PM. 

October 15th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

October 15th  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and have a snack. 

October 22nd:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play. 

October 23rd:  A Halloween Costume Party Story Time will be held at 6:30 PM.  Come to hear stories, make a craft and enjoy a snack.   

October 29th:  A Play Group lead by volunteers will be held from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to come and play. 

October 31st:  Stop by dressed in your costume between 4:00-5:00 PM and choose a treat.

September 2008 Events:

September 1st:  The library will be closed for Labor Day.

September 4th:  The library will close at 6:00 PM due to the Fall Festival.

September 6th:  The library will be closed due to the Fall Festival.  

September 8th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the mezzanine at 4:00 PM.

September 11th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss  The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett.  New members are always welcome.

September 24th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

August 2008 Events:

August 1st:  4H Nutrition will be held from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM.  Summer Reading T-shirts need to be returned by today.

August 4th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the mezzanine at 4:00 PM.

August 7th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss  When Madeline Was Young by Jane Hamilton .  New members are always welcome.

August 7th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group.  The group is meeting the first Monday of the month during the summer.

August 14th:  Teen Party:  Murder At The Library at 6:30 PM.  This is a THANK YOU PARTY for the youth who helped with Summer Reading.  Youth going into 7th grade through high school are invited to attend.  Youth may bring a guest with them.  Each youth attending must pre register at the library by August 7th.  Pizza, chips and soda will be served.

August 21st:  Back To School Family Reading Night at 6:30 PM.  Families are invited to join us for an evening of reading.  Children may trade in their Extended Summer Reading Log for prizes during the party.

August 22nd:  Library Night at the Peoria Chiefs at 7:00 PM.  Children who meet their reading goal during Summer Reading earned a free ticket to the game.  Join us for the fun!

July 2008 Events:

The library board of trustees does not meet in July.

July 3rd:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss  by .  New members are always welcome.

July 3rd:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group.  The group is meeting the first Monday of the month during the summer.

July 4th:  The library will be closed in observation of Independence Day.

July 8th:  Make It/Take It Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  This is a parent/child activity which takes around 15 minutes.  Children must be registered for Summer Reading to attend.  This is the last session of the summer.

July 9th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:30-10:30 AM.  This is a program for 4-10 year olds.  The children will hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents do not have to stay for this program.  

July 9th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:30-11:30 AM.  This is a program where children entering 1st grade-4th grade will read to an older buddy.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.

July 11th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00 AM-11:30 AM.  Children age 4 years old through 6th grade who are registered for Summer Reading are welcome to join us for the fun.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.   

July 11th:  4H Nutrition will be held from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM.

July 16th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:30-10:30 AM.  This is a program for 4-10 year olds.  The children will hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents do not have to stay for this program.  This is the last session of the summer.  

July 16th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:30-11:30 AM.  This is a program where children entering 1st grade-4th grade will read to an older buddy.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.   This is the last session of the summer.

July 18th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00 AM-11:30 AM.  This is the Celebration Party and Ice Cream Social!  This is the last session of the summer.   

July 18th:  4H Nutrition will be held from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM.

July 25th:  4H Nutrition will be held from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM.  Peoria Chiefs ticket order forms are due, along with payment.  Surveys for Summer Reading are due.  Thank you in advance for helping us make the program better with your survey answers.

June 2008 Events:

June 2nd:  The library board of trustees will meet in the mezzanine at 4:00 PM.

June 5th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss Loving Frank by Nancy Horan.  New members are always welcome.

June 5th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group.  The group is meeting the first Monday of the month during the summer.

June 7th:  The library will be closed for the Strawberry Festival.

June 10th:  Make It/Take It Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  This is a parent/child activity which takes around 15 minutes.  Children must be registered for Summer Reading to attend.

June 13th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00 AM-11:30 AM.  Children age 4 years old through 6th grade who are registered for Summer Reading are welcome to join us for the fun.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.   

June 13th:  4H Nutrition will be held from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM.

June 17th:  Make It/Take It Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  This is a parent/child activity which takes around 15 minutes.  Children must be registered for Summer Reading to attend.

June 18th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:30-10:30 AM.  This is a program for 4-10 year olds.  The children will hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents do not have to stay for this program.  

June 18th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:30-11:30 AM.  This is a program where children entering 1st grade-4th grade will read to an older buddy.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.

June 20th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00 AM-11:30 AM.  Children age 4 years old through 6th grade who are registered for Summer Reading are welcome to join us for the fun.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.   

June 20th:  4H Nutrition will be held from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM.

June 24th:  Make It/Take It Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  This is a parent/child activity which takes around 15 minutes.  Children must be registered for Summer Reading to attend.

June 25th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:30-10:30 AM.  This is a program for 4-10 year olds.  The children will hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents do not have to stay for this program.  

June 25th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:30-11:30 AM.  This is a program where children entering 1st grade-4th grade will read to an older buddy.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.

June 27th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 9:00 AM-11:30 AM.  Children age 4 years old through 6th grade who are registered for Summer Reading are welcome to join us for the fun.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.   

June 27th:  4H Nutrition will be held from 11:30 AA-12:30 PM.

May 2008 Events:

May 1st:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss The Memory Keeper's Daughter by Kim Edwards.  New members are always welcome.

May 1st:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group.

May 5th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the mezzanine at 4:00 PM.

May 8th:  Claws, Paws, Scales and Tales Story Time at 6:30 PM.  Come to hear stories, make a craft and enjoy a snack.

May 15th:  The Summer Reading Family Kick Off Party will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM.  Join us for a special guest, to register for the program and have hot dogs, chips and cookies.  You will be able to get your reading log and the information for all of the great activities happening at the library this summer.

May 23rd:  This is the last day to register for Summer Reading!

May 26th:  The library will be closed for Memorial Day.

April 2008 Events:

Wednesday, April 2nd:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, April 3rd:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss Water For Elephants by Sarah Guren.  New members are always welcome.

Thursday, April 3rd:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Monday, April 7th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the mezzanine at 4:00 PM.

Wednesday, April 9th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, April 10th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Thursday, April 10th:  Go Bananas For Curious George Story Time at 6:30 PM.   Come to hear stories, make a craft and enjoy a snack.

Monday, April 14th- Saturday, April 19th:  Celebrate National Library Week with us.  Every time you check out a book you will be entered in a drawing to win a prize.  Names will be drawn on Saturday, April 19th.  The theme this year is Join the Circle of Knowledge @ Your Library!

Wednesday, April 15th:  Patron Appreciation Day will be held from 9:00 AM-6:00 PM.  Please stop by for a treat and to register on the new online system.  This is also National Library Worker Day, so stop by and share with us what we can do to better serve you!

Wednesday, April 16th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM at West Park today.  This is the last meeting for this session.

Thursday, April 17th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

April 18th:  Casey's is holding a FUNDRAISER for SUMMER READING from 4:00-8:00 PM.  City Council members will be pumping gas for a donation.  Sponge Bob will be available for pictures for a donation.  For every large one topping pizza ordered all day, the library will receive $2.  Raffle tickets will be on sale as of April 1st at Casey's and the library for great items (bicycle, DVD player, $100 gas card and more).  Please plan to join us for this fun event to support your library!

Wednesday, April 23rd:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, April 24th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

 

March 2008 Events:

Saturday, March 1st:  Birthday Party For Dr. Seuss at 10:00 AM.  Come to hear stories, make a craft and enjoy a snack.

Monday, March 3rd:  The library board of trustees will meet in the mezzanine at 4:00 PM.

Wednesday, March 5th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, March 6th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss Stones From The River by Ursula Hegi.  New members are always welcome.

Thursday, March 6th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Wednesday, March 12th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, March 13th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Wednesday, March 19th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will not meet today.

Thursday, March 20th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group.

Friday, March 21st:  The library will be closed.

Saturday, March 22nd:  The library will be closed.   

Wednesday, March 26th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will not meet today.

Thursday, March 27th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

February 2008 Events:

February 1st:  We will be going online today!  Please see the article in the Shopper on 1/29/08 or the Gazette on 1/31/08 or stop by the library for more details.

Monday, February 4th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the mezzanine at 4:00 PM.

Wednesday, February 6th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, February 7th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss The Shops On Blossom Street by Debbie Macomber.  New members are always welcome.

Thursday, February 7th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

February 9th:  Valentine's Day Story Time at 10:00 AM.    Come to hear stories, make a craft and enjoy a snack.

Wednesday, February 13th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, February 14th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Wednesday, February 20th:  An Open House will be held from 9:00 AM-6:00 PM.  Patrons will be able to view the new online catalog and update their information.  Refreshments will be provided.  Please stop in and check out this new service!

Wednesday, February 20th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, February 21st:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Wednesday, February 27th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, February 28th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

January 2008 Events:

Tuesday, January 1st:  The library will be closed today.  Have a very Happy New Year!

Thursday, January 3rd:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss Tuesdays With Morrie by Mitch Albom.  New members are always welcome.    

Monday, January 7th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the mezzanine at 4:00 PM.

Wednesday, January 9th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, January 10th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Wednesday, January 16th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, January 17th:  Early Voting will be held from 8:00 AM-7:00 PM. 

Thursday, January 17th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Wednesday, January 23rd:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, January 24th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Thursday, January 24th: There's No Better Time To Read Story Time will take place at 6:30 PM.  Come to hear stories, make a craft and enjoy a snack.

Wednesday, January 30th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, January 31st:  Early Voting will be held from 8:00 AM-7:00 PM. 

Thursday, January 31st:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

December 2007 Events:

Saturday, December 1st:  The library will be open from 5:00-8:00 PM for the Christmas Walk.  Stop by to visit with our special guest, look at the Book Sale carts for great gift ideas and have a snack.  The Christmas Walk has been rescheduled for Saturday, December 8th from 5:00-8:00 PM due to the weather!!!!!

Monday, December 3rd:  The library board of trustees will not meet this month.

Wednesday, December 5th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, December 6th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss Talk Before Sleep by Elizabeth Berg.  New members are always welcome. 

Wednesday, December 12th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Wednesday, December 19th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, December 20th:  Story Time With Santa will be held at 6:30 PM.  Children of all ages are invited to join us to hear Santa read a story and make a craft.  Snacks will be provided. 

Monday, December 24th:  The library will be closed today.  Have a very Merry Christmas!

Tuesday, December 25th:  The library will be closed today.  Have a very Merry Christmas!  

Thursday, December 27th:  Family Game Night will be held at 6:30.  Families are invited to join us to play games.  Bring your own or play ours.  This is a great time to catch up with your friends from school during the holiday vacation.  Snacks will be provided.    

Monday, December 31st:  The library will be closed today.  Have a very Happy New Year!

November 2007 Events:

Thursday, November 1st:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss Night.  New members are always welcome. 

Thursday, November 1st:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group.  The group meets weekly in the mezzanine.

Monday, November 5th:  The library board of trustees will meet in the mezzanine at 4:00 PM.

Wednesday, November 7th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, November 8th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Monday, November 12th-Saturday, November 17th:  National Children's Book Week.  Any child who checks out a book will be able to pick a prize out of the Surprise Basket.

Wednesday, November 14th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, November 15th:  A Family Reading Night and Pajama Party will be held at 6:30 PM.  Families are invited to turn off their televisions and join us to read together.  Snacks will be provided.

Thursday, November 15th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Wednesday, November 21st:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, November 22nd:  The library will be closed. 

Friday, November 23rd:  The library will be closed. 

Saturday, November 24th:  The library will be closed. 

Wednesday, October 28th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class.  The Bright Futures classroom children will have their Halloween party on the first floor from 9:00-10:00 AM.

Thursday, November 29th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

October 2007 Events:

Thursday, October 4th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss The Tortilla Curtain.  New members are always welcome. 

Thursday, October 4th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group.  The group meets weekly in the mezzanine.

Monday, October 8th:  The library will be open on Columbus Day. 

Wednesday, October 10th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, October 11th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Wednesday, October 17th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, October 18th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Wednesday, October 24th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class. 

Thursday, October 25th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Wednesday, October 31st:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Bright Futures room upstairs.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. The group meets only on days when the Bright Futures children have class.  The Bright Futures classroom children will have their Halloween party on the first floor from 9:00-10:00 AM.

Wednesday, October 31st:  Stop in at the library wearing your costume from 4:00-6:00 PM for a treat. 

September 2007 Events:

Monday, September 3rd:  The library will be closed in observation of Labor Day.

Thursday, September 6th:  The library will close at 6:00 PM due to the Fall Festival.

Saturday, September 8th:  The library will be closed for the Fall Festival.

Thursday, September 13th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss The Great Gatsby.  New members are always welcome.

Thursday, September 13th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group.  The group will meet weekly.

Thursday, September 20th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

Thursday, September 27th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group. 

August 2007 Events:

Thursday, August 2nd:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss The Great Gatsby.  New members are always welcome.

Thursday, August 2nd:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group.

Wednesday, August 15th:  A Summer Reading Meeting will be held at 10:00 AM for all volunteers to discuss changes to make next summer.  Ice cream will be served as a special THANK YOU!

Thursday, August 16th:  A Back To School Family Reading Night will be held at 6:30 PM.  Families are invited to come and ice cream and read stories.  Children may bring in their Extended Summer Reading Log for prizes. 

Saturday, August 25th:  We will attend the Library Night with the Chiefs Game at 6:30 PM.  Any child who read 12 books for the Summer Reading Program and filled out the verification form received a bookmark, a free children's meal at Old Country Buffet, a free Polar Pop at Circle K Stores and a free ticket to the game.  Tickets for the rest of the family are $8.00.  Forms and ticket orders must be received by August 3rd.  The children are invited to join us to walk the bases before the game.  Please meet at the Section 101 gate at 5:40 PM.        

July 2007 Events

Thursday, July 5th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss My Cousin Rachel by .  New members are always welcome.

Thursday, July 5th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group.

Friday, July 6th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 8:45-11:20 AM.  Children age 4 years old through 6th grade are welcome to join us for the fun.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.  This  is the last Friday session of Summer Reading.  We will have an Ice Cream Social and prizes will be awarded for books read!   

Wednesday, July 11th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:30-10:30 AM.  This is a program for 4-8 year olds.  The children will hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.

Wednesday, July 11th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:30-11:30 AM.  This is a program where children entering Kindergarten-4th grade will read to an older buddy.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.

Wednesday, July 18th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:30-10:30 AM.  This is a program for 4-8 year olds.  The children will hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.

Wednesday, July 18th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:30-11:30 AM.  This is a program where children entering Kindergarten-4th grade will read to an older buddy.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.

Wednesday, July 25th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:30-10:30 AM.  This is a program for 4-8 year olds.  The children will hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.

Wednesday, July 25th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:30-11:30 AM.  This is a program where children entering Kindergarten-4th grade will read to an older buddy.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.

June 2007 Events

Tuesday, June 5th:  Make It/Take It Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  This is a parent/child activity which takes around 15 minutes.  42 children joined us today!

Wednesday, June 6th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:30-10:30 AM.  This is a program for 4-8 year olds.  The children will hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.  29 children joined us today! 

Wednesday, June 6th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:30-11:30 AM.  This is a program where children entering Kindergarten-4th grade will read to an older buddy.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.  49 children joined us today!

Thursday, June 7th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss The Giver by Lois Lowery.  New members are always welcome.

Thursday, June 7th:  A Weight Loss Support Group will meet at 6:00 PM.  There is no fee to join the group.

Friday, June 8th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 8:45-11:20 AM.  Children age 4 years old through 6th grade are welcome to join us for the fun.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.  145 children joined us today!   

Tuesday, June 12th:  Make It/Take It Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  This is a parent/child activity which takes around 15 minutes. 24 children joined us today! 

Wednesday, June 13th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:30-10:30 AM.  This is a program for 4-8 year olds.  The children will hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents do not have to stay for this program.  28 children joined us today!

Wednesday, June 13th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:30-11:30 AM.  This is a program where children entering Kindergarten-4th grade will read to an older buddy.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.  66 children joined us today!

Friday, June 15th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 8:45-11:20 AM.  Children age 4 years old through 6th grade are welcome to join us for the fun.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.  139 children joined us today!   

Tuesday, June 19th:  Make It/Take It Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  This is a parent/child activity which takes around 15 minutes.  15 children joined us today! 

Wednesday, June 20th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:30-10:30 AM.  This is a program for 4-8 year olds.  The children will hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents do not have to stay for this program.  35 children joined us today!

Wednesday, June 20th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:30-11:30 AM.  This is a program where children entering Kindergarten-4th grade will read to an older buddy.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.  65 children joined us today!

Friday, June 22nd:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 8:45-11:20 AM.  Children age 4 years old through 6th grade are welcome to join us for the fun.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.  Even though there was a lot of rain we carried on and 113 children joined us!   

Tuesday, June 26th:  Make It/Take It Craft Time will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM.  This is a parent/child activity which takes around 15 minutes.  This is the last Make It/Take It for Summer Reading. 

Wednesday, June 27th:  Wednesday Morning Read Aloud will be held from 9:30-10:30 AM.  This is a program for 4-8 year olds.  The children will hear a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Parents do not have to stay for this program.

Wednesday, June 27th:  Reading Buddies will be held from 10:30-11:30 AM.  This is a program where children entering Kindergarten-4th grade will read to an older buddy.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.

Friday, June 29th:  Reading, Game and Program Time will be held from 8:45-11:20 AM.  Children age 4 years old through 6th grade are welcome to join us for the fun.  Parents are not required to stay for this program.   

May 2007 Events

Thursday, May 3rd:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss Seabiscuit.

Thursday, May 3rd: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

Thursday, May 10th: The Summer Reading Kick Off Party will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM.  children can come and register for Summer Reading, make a folder for their Reading Log, make a planet for the Reading Wall, have their picture taken in the astronaut suit and get all of the information about Summer Reading.  Children must be registered for Summer Reading if they wish to attend any of the programs this summer.  Registration will be taken from the night of the party until May 18th.  232 people joined us for the party.  We had a super time!

Thursday, May 10th: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

Thursday, May 17th: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

Friday, May 18th: A FUNDRAISER for SUMMER READING will be held at Casey's from 4:00-8:00 PM.  Members of the board will be pumping gas for a donation.  Pictures with a special guest will be available for a donation.  The following specials will be available all day:  A Large One Topping Pizza will be $7 and $2 of that goes to the library.  $.99 pizza slices.  Fountain soda refills will be $.01 per ounce.  There will be lots of great items as part of a raffle.  Tickets will be $1 or six for $5.  Tickets will be for sale as of May 1st at Casey's or the library.        

Friday, May 18th:  The last day to register for Summer Reading.  We have 200 children registered for all of the fun this summer!

Thursday, May 24th: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

Thursday, May 31st: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

April 2007 Events

Wednesday April 4th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will not meet today

Thursday, April 5th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group will not meet to discuss The Other Boleyn Girl.

Thursday, April 5th: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

Friday, April 7th:  The library will be closed for Good Friday. 

Monday, April 9th:  Anne Hollis is holding a Meet And Greet from 6:30-8:00 PM.  Anne is running for the Elmwood School Board.  She would like to meet you and answer your questions. 

Tuesday, April 10th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group meets at 6:30 PM to discuss The Other Boleyn Girl.

Wednesday, April 11:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at West Park (weather permitting) from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize.  This is the last meeting for this school year. 

Thursday, April 12th: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

Sunday, April 15th-Saturday, April 21st:  National Library Week will be celebrated at the library.  Join us for the fun!

Tuesday, April 17th:  National Librarian Day.  The theme this year is:  Libraries Work Because We Do!  Please stop by and fill out a Star!  Stars will be available for you to fill out with the following information, "Name of Librarian" _____________ is a Star because..... list your reason why the librarian is a star. 

Wednesday, April 18th:  Patron Appreciation Day will be held from 9:00 AM-6:00 PM.  Please stop by for a treat and to see all of the changes at your library!

Thursday, February 19th: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

Saturday, April 21st:  A Summer Reading Meeting will be held at 1:00 PM for Youth Volunteers and at 2:00 for Adult Volunteers.  Please bring a list of dates that you are available and your shirt size.  If you would like to help with Summer Reading but are unable to attend the meeting, please let Michelle Armbruster know by April 21st. 

Monday, April 23rd:  We are hosting a program about Lorado Taft and the Eagle's Nest Art Camp which was located in Oregon, Illinois.  The program will be presented by Jan Stilson, author of Art And Beauty In The Heartland.  Bring a friend and join us at 6:30 PM.  Refreshments will be served.    

Wednesday, April 25th:  We are hosting a program to celebrate National County Government Week.  An employee from Peoria County Government will be at the library to read stories about Protecting Our Environment.  The program will run from 5:30-6:00 PM. 

Thursday, April 26th: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

March 2007 Events:

Thursday, March 1st:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group meets at 6:30 PM to discuss Three Cups Of Tea.

Thursday, March 1st: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

Wednesday, March 7th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Thursday, March 8th: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

Wednesday, March 14th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Thursday, March 15th: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

Tuesday, March 20th:  Bright Futures Literacy Night will be held at the library from 5:30-6:30 PM.

Wednesday, March 21st:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Thursday, March 22nd: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

Thursday, March 22nd: A Teacher Appreciation Week Committee Meeting for the Elmwood Elementary Parents' Club will be held at 6:30 PM.

Wednesday, March 28th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, March 28th: Early Voting 9:00 AM-6:00 PM.

Thursday, March 29th: A Weight Loss Support Group will meet from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room.

February 2007 Events:

Thursday, February 1st:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group meets at 6:30 PM to discuss Midwives.

Wednesday, February 7th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, February 14th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Tuesday, February 20th:  Bright Futures Literacy Night will be held at the library from 5:30-6:30 PM.

Wednesday, February 21st:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, February 28th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Please stop in and see our new Technology Room and Expanded Seating Area.  We have hot water available for coffee, tea and hot chocolate.  We have the Peoria Journal Star, the Gazette and the Home Shopper. 

January 2007 Events:

Monday, January 1st:  The library will be closed in observation of New Years Day.

Wednesday, January 3rd:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Thursday, January 4th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group meets at 6:30 PM to discuss Bee Season.

Wednesday, January 10th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, January 15th:  The library will be open today from 1:00-5:00 PM.

Wednesday, January 17th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, January 24th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, January 31st:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

December 2006 Events:

DECEMBER 1ST:  THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED TODAY DUE TO THE WEATHER.  WE ARE SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE.

Wednesday, December 6th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Thursday, December 7th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group meets at 6:30 PM to discuss Girl In Hyacinth Blue by Susan Vreeland.

Wednesday, December 13th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, December 13th:  Toddler Time Christmas will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 3-5 and their caregiver are invited to join us to decorate Christmas cookies, hear a Christmas story and do a craft. 

Saturday, December 23rd:  The library will be closed.

Monday, December 25th:  The library will be closed in observation of Christmas.

Wednesday, December 27th:  Make It/Take It Christmas will be held at 10:00 AM.  Children will be able to decorate Christmas cookies, make Christmas crafts and hear Christmas stories.  We know that Christmas will be over, but we hope you will still join us for this fun time to share stories about your Christmas with your friends.

Thursday, December 28th:  Family Game Night will be held at 6:30 PM.  Bring your own games or play ours.  We will have snacks and lots of fun games to play.  

Saturday, December 30th:  The library will be closed.

November 2006 Events:

Wednesday, November 1st:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, November 1st:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack. 

Wednesday, November 1st:  Early Voting from 10:00 AM-6:00 PM.

Wednesday, November 1st:  Read Alouds with Mrs. Benesch will be held at 3:00 PM in the Conference Room.  Children Pre K-2nd grade are invited to hear great stories.

Thursday, November 2nd:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group meets at 6:30 PM to discuss The Dress Lodger.

Monday, November 6th:  Board Meeting 4 PM.

Monday, November 6th:  2:58 PM-watch Jared Roberts represent our library on Reading Rainbow on WTVP Channel 47.

Wednesday, November 8th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, November 8th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack. 

Wednesday, November 8th:  Read Alouds with Mrs. Benesch will be held at 3:00 PM in the Conference Room.  Children Pre K-2nd grade are invited to hear great stories.

Monday, November 13th-Friday, November 19th:  Children's Book Week. 

Thursday, November 16th:  Family Reading Night/Pajama Party-join us for this night without television to encourage children to read.  The children can wear their pajamas.  There will be snacks and lots of fun!

Wednesday, November 15th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, November 15th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack. 

Wednesday, November 15th:  Read Alouds with Mrs. Benesch will be held at 3:00 PM in the Conference Room.  Children Pre K-2nd grade are invited to hear great stories.

Tuesday, November 21st:  Bright Futures Literacy Night will be held at the library from 5:30-6:30 PM.

Wednesday, November 22nd:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize.  The group will not meet this week. 

Wednesday, November 22nd:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack. 

Wednesday, November 22nd:  Read Alouds with Mrs. Benesch will be held at 3:00 PM in the Conference Room.  Children Pre K-2nd grade are invited to hear great stories.

Thursday, November 23rd: The library will be closed in observation of Thanksgiving.

Friday, November 24th:  The library will be closed.

Wednesday, November 29th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, November 29th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack. 

Wednesday, November 29th:  Read Alouds with Mrs. Benesch will be held at 3:00 PM in the Conference Room.  Children Pre K-2nd grade are invited to hear great stories.

October 2006 Events :

Monday, October 2nd:  Board Meeting 4 PM.

Wednesday, October 4th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, October 4th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack. 

Wednesday, October 4th:  Read Alouds with Mrs. Benesch will be held at 3:00 PM in the Conference Room.  Children Pre K-2nd grade are invited to hear great stories.

Thursday, October 5th:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group meets at 6:30 PM to discuss Catcher In The Rye.

Monday, October 9th:  The library will be open from 1:00-5:00 PM.

Wednesday, October 11th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, October 11th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack. 

Wednesday, October 11th:  Read Alouds with Mrs. Benesch will be held at 3:00 PM in the Conference Room.  Children Pre K-2nd grade are invited to hear great stories.

Teen Read Week is October 15th-22nd.  This week encourages teens to get active at their library. 

Tuesday, October 17th:  Bright Futures Literacy Night will be held at the library from 5:30-6:30 PM.

Wednesday, October 18th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, October 18th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack. 

Wednesday, October 18th:  Early Voting from 10:00 AM-6:00 PM.

Wednesday, October 18th:  Read Alouds with Mrs. Benesch will be held at 3:00 PM in the Conference Room.  Children Pre K-2nd grade are invited to hear great stories.

Wednesday, October 25th:  The Bright Futures Play Group will meet at the library from 9:00-10:00 AM.  Children not yet in Kindergarten and their caregivers are invited to hear stories, sing songs, play, make crafts, have a snack and socialize. 

Wednesday, October 25th:  Toddler Time will be held from 10:00-10:30 AM.  Children 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to hear a story, make a craft and have a snack. 

Wednesday, October 25th:  Early Voting from 10:00 AM-6:00 PM.

Wednesday, October 25th:  Read Alouds with Mrs. Benesch will be held at 3:00 PM in the Conference Room.  Children Pre K-2nd grade are invited to hear great stories.

September 2006  Events:

Monday, September 11th:  Board Meeting 4 PM.

Thursday September 14:  The Main Street Bookers Book Discussion Group meets at 6:30 PM to discuss Four Blind Mice

Thursday September 21:  Book Signing Reception with Thecla McCarthy 1:00-3:00 PM.  Copies of 10 Ambassadors To Costa Rica will be available for $20.

Wednesday September 27:  Bright Futures Play Group meets from 9:00-10:00 AM in the Conference Room.  Join Ms. Lynne for play, songs, snacks and more. 

September 23rd-30th is Banned Book Week.  This is a week to encourage everyone to take advantage of the right to read!

September is Library Card Sign Up Month.  We invite the community to stop by and sign up for a card.  Your library card entitles you to lots of great services and materials.  We are having a drawing for great prizes for anyone who signs up for a card.