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COVID Safety at Library Programs
• For indoor programs, all attendees over the age of two are required to wear a mask (regardless of vaccination status).
• For outdoor programs, attendees over the age of two must wear a mask when within 6’ of people outside of their immediate household.
Standalone Events
Read Beyond the Beaten Path: Winter Reading 2021-22
December 1-January 31
Join Chilli Bear on a winter reading adventure for all ages, birth through adult.
An Evening with Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Wed., Jan 26 @ 7:00 pm
This bestselling and award-winning author discusses her newest book and her genre-defying mashups of cultural noir and Lovecraftian horror. This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present.
Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament
Jan 27-29
Prove your puzzle prowess by competing in our first-ever puzzle tournament, in honor of National Puzzle Day! Call 309-274-2719 to sign up for a time slot. More info
Concert: Sarah & The Underground
Sat., Jan 29 @ 1:30 pm
Sarah & The Underground are an established, independent trio that call beautiful Peoria, IL their headquarters. Their “SoulFolk with a twist of Jazz” sound is best described as a big sip of warm, dark whiskey for the ears. Register at https://forms.gle/V55UeFwMesZwPQtw6 or call 309-274-2719. More info
Book Paper Roses Workshop
Thur., Feb 10 @ 5:30 pm
Treat your special someone—or yourself—to a unique bouquet of handmade, repurposed book paper roses. Adults & teens. Register by February 8 at bit.ly/32QMPLN or call 309-274-2719. More info
An Evening with Jasmine Guillory
Wed., Feb 16 @ 7:00 pm
Join us for a lively evening with one of romance’s brightest new voices, bestselling author Jasmine Guillory, as she discusses her newest novel, “While We Were Dating,” and the modern rom-com. Click here to register for the Zoom link, or click here to reserve your seat to view the live stream at the library. This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present.
Book Speed Dating
Thur., Feb 17 @ 5:45 pm
Looking for your next good read? Come meet some prime candidates, with no pressure to carry on if it’s not the right fit. You’ll have a few minutes to meet each book, and at the end of the evening, you can decide if there is one (or more!) you’d like to get to know better. Adults & teens. Register at bit.ly/3Jx6KAe or call 309-274-2719. More info
Seed Swap
Tue., Feb 22 @ 4-6 pm
Bring your heirloom and open-pollinated seeds to share with your neighbors, and find new treasures for your garden! Register at bit.ly/3JRWh2M or call 309-274-2719. More info
Scrap It!
Wed., Feb 23 @ 4:30-7:30 pm
Want to get out of the house and work on your scrapbooking projects in the company of other scrappers? Drop in and use our fun scissors, punches, rubber stamps, and Cricut. Adults & teens. Register at bit.ly/32QdUzq or call 309-274-2719. More info
Winter Astronomy Hike
Thur., Feb 24 @ 6:30-7:30 pm
Join a Peoria Park District naturalist for a short hike around Tawny Oaks prairie and learn about some winter constellations. Please register by Feb 23: visit https://forms.gle/a7D49DeUe3mv8JPb7 call 309-274-2719. More info
Adult Game Night
Wed., Mar 9 @ 5-7:30 pm
Hang out with friends, meet new ones, and play board games! Bring your own game or borrow one from the library’s extensive collection. Ages 18 & up. Register at bit.ly/3qWgAU7 or call 309-274-2719. More info
Recurring Events
Book Clubs
Click on a club name or thumbnail to learn more.
Curiosity & Cheesecake
Fascinating true stories about our world, its people, creatures, history, science, and more. Meets last Tuesdays at 6:30 pm.
Panel Discussions
Explore stories told through the combination of words and visual art. Ages 16-adult. Meets first Tuesdays at 6:00 pm.
Guilt-Free Book Club
Chat about whatever you’re currently reading, and share recommendations. Meets at Shore Acres on second Tuesdays at 12:00 pm.
Just Us Reading
Dive deeper into some of the social justice issues facing our communities. Meets second Tuesdays at 6:30 pm.
Other Recurring Programs
Movies @ the Library
Check out our upcoming movie showings here!
Cooking Around the World
Cooking around the World features the cuisine and culture of a different country or region every month. Join us as we expand our palates and our horizons!
eResources 101
Get one-on-one help learning to download eBooks and use the library’s online resources for your tablet or smartphone. Call Seth at 309-247-2719 or email ask@chillipld.org to make an appointment.
Have a specific program or technology you want to learn? Let us know by sending us an email at ask@chillipld.org.
Blood Drives
Chillicothe Public Library hosts blood drives with both the Red Cross and ImpactLife. See the drive schedule here.