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Multi-Library Geocaching Begins!
2023-06-05 09:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Join us for the 11th Annual ATLAS Multi-Library Geocaching Event! All library patrons are invited to use clues and geographic coordinates to find hidden “geocaches” at numerous participating area libraries. For each listed geocache you discover, you earn a chance to win a $25 Gift Card.
To be eligible for the prize drawing, your library card from a participating library must be in good standing.
All ages welcome! Find all the official clues at https://multilibrarygeocache.weebly.com/ starting Monday, June 5th or pick them up at your local participating library. The competition ends Saturday, August 5th, so let the adventure begin!

Adult Take and Make Spice Kit
2023-06-05 09:30 - 2023-06-10 15:00 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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The spice/herb featured for the month of June will be Rosemary! No registration required, while supplies last.
Spice Up Your Life @ Peotone Library
5 months of flavor!
First week of each month we will feature a spice kit in place of our adult take and make craft. Each spice kit will include:
-information and history of each featured spice (or herb)
-a new recipe to try
-pre-measured amount of the featured spice
Kits will be available at the front desk, no registration required
*while supplies last
*Food Allergy Warning: Please gauge accordingly if you have food allergies or sensitivities. PPLD is not responsible for any health issues that may arise from participation in this program.

Book Bingo
2023-06-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Join us for bingo! Winners get to take home books, audio cd’s and movies from our bingo cart.

Bookworm Buddies Storytimes
2023-06-06 10:30 - 11:00 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Listen to stories, sing, move and play in this storytime for ages 3-5.

Tuesday Book Club
2023-06-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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The club will be discussing Counterfeit Kirstin Chen.

Navigate Your Stars: A Conversation with Jesmyn Ward
2023-06-06 19:00 - 20:00 | IL
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Join us for an evening with two-time National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward. Hailed as “the new Toni Morrison” by the American Booksellers Association, Jesmyn will discuss her life, her literary vision and her unique perspectives on love and loss. Tracie D. Hall, Executive Director of American Library Association, will join her in conversation.
This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events.

Little Learners Storytime
2023-06-07 10:30 - 11:00, 2023-06-14 10:30 - 11:00, 2023-06-21 10:30 - 11:00 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Listen to stories, sing, move and play in this storytime for ages 0-3.

Computer Basics One-on-One
2023-06-07 11:00 - 11:30, 2023-06-14 11:00 - 11:30, 2023-06-21 11:00 - 11:30 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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A library staff member will devote a 30 minute time slot on Wednesdays 11 am – 11:30 am to help with your computer needs. It can be help with the basics of the computer, setting up your email account and sending attachments, learning how to use the Internet or a Word Document; you decide!
*The library does not diagnosis or repair electronics

Early History of Peotone Presentation
2023-06-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Overview of early Native American and white settlers in southern Will county. This in-person presentation is being hosted by Sandy Vasko from the Will County Historical Society.
Registration is required.

Friendship Bracelet Workshop
2023-06-12 16:30 - 17:15 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Learn how to use embroidery floss and simple knotting techniques to make beautiful friendship bracelets that you can give away to friends and family. Registration is required.

Take & Make Tuesday
2023-06-13, 2023-06-20 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Pick up a simple craft that you can take with you to make at home. Registration required.

Bookworm Buddies Storytime
2023-06-13 10:30 - 11:00, 2023-06-20 10:30 - 11:00 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States

Adult Paint a Canvas Night
2023-06-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Registration Required. If the class is full, ask to be added to waitlist at the front desk in case of cancellations.
Discover your inner artist and create a painting on canvas. Join us for an evening of painting, food and drinks. This class will be led by local artist Tracie from “Painting with Tracie”. All skill levels are welcome, Tracie will provide step by step directions and the canvases will have pre-traced designs. All materials will be provided. This class will have a wait list after registration is full in case of cancellations. Please let the front desk know if you try to register and it is full and you would like to be added to the waitlist.
The painting design is called “Country Bouquet” which depicts flowers in a mason jar. The canvas size is 11×14 and the class should be around two hours long.

Afternoon Family Movie
2023-06-14 15:30 - 17:00, 2023-06-21 15:30 - 17:00 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Each week of Summer Reading the library will show a family friendly G or PG rated film on Wednesday Afternoons. Snacks will be provided.

Cards for Hospitalized Kids
2023-06-15 16:30 - 17:30 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Create greeting cards for children who are in the midst of extended hospital stays.

Young Adult Book Talk
2023-06-15 17:00 - 17:15 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Ms. Sarah will introduce Young Adult readers to new YA books in our collection. The video will be posted on the library’s YouTube Channel, Facebook Page, and the Teen section on www.peotonelibrary.org.

Adult Monday Movie Matinee
2023-06-19 11:30 - 13:30 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Join us for a movie, snacks and drinks will be provided!

Tail Waggin' Tutors 5:30-5:45pm
2023-06-19 17:30 - 17:45 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Have fun and gain confidence by practicing your read-aloud skills with a certified therapy dog! Sessions will be 15 minutes. We want to be mindful of the distance our volunteers are traveling, so registration is required. Please find the session on the calendar that fits best with your schedule. You can bring a favorite book with you or plan to come a little early, so you can pick one from the library shelves. There will also be coloring sheets and activities to do while children are waiting for their session to begin. This session will be from 5:30-5:45pm. Please sign up for only one session per child, so more children have a chance to participate.

Tail Waggin' Tutors 5:50-6:05pm
2023-06-19 17:50 - 18:05 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Have fun and gain confidence by practicing your read-aloud skills with a certified therapy dog! Sessions will be 15 minutes. We want to be mindful of the distance our volunteers are traveling, so registration is required. Please find the session on the calendar that fits best with your schedule. You can bring a favorite book with you or plan to come a little early, so you can pick one from the library shelves. There will also be coloring sheets and activities to do while children are waiting for their session to begin. This session with be from 5:50-6:05 pm. Please sign up for only one session, so more children have a chance to participate.

Tail Waggin' Tutors 6:10-6:25pm
2023-06-19 18:10 - 18:25 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Have fun and gain confidence by practicing your read-aloud skills with a certified therapy dog! Sessions will be 15 minutes. We want to be mindful of the distance our volunteers are traveling, so registration is required. Please find the session on the calendar that fits best with your schedule. You can bring a favorite book with you or plan to come a little early, so you can pick one from the library shelves. There will also be coloring sheets and activities to do while children are waiting for their session to begin. This session with be from 6:10-6:25 pm. Please sign up for only one session per child, so more children have a chance to participate.

Tail Waggin' Tutors 6:30-6:45pm
2023-06-19 18:30 - 18:45 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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Have fun and build confidence by practicing your read-aloud skills with a certified therapy dog! Sessions will be 15 minutes. We want to be mindful of the distance our volunteers are traveling, so registration is required. Please find the session on the calendar that fits best with your schedule. You can bring a favorite book with you or plan to come a little early, so you can pick one from the library shelves. There will also be coloring sheets and activities to do while children are waiting for their session to begin. This session with be from 6:30-6:45 pm. Please sign up for only one session per child, so more children have a chance to participate.

Peotone PLD Board of Trustees Meeting
2023-06-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Peotone Public Library, 515 North First Street, Peotone, IL, 60468, United States
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The monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Peotone Public Library District is Tuesday June 20th at 6:30pm.

Braiding Sweetgrass: A Conversation with Robin Wall Kimmerer
2023-06-21 19:00 - 20:00 | IL
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Online Event. Join us for a special evening with Robin Wall Kimmerer, the award-winning author of “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants.”
Robin Wall Kimmerer is an acclaimed author, botanist, and indigenous science professor known for her deep connection to nature and passion for promoting a more sustainable and equitable world.
This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events.
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