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Early Voting

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Attention voters! The upcoming General Election is November 5th, and there are some important details to note:• Early voting starts September 26 at the Peoria County Election Commi...

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Attention voters! The upcoming General Election is November 5th, and there are some important details to note:

• Early voting starts September 26 at the Peoria County Election Commission Office.

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Pre-K Read & Play

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Pre-K Read & Play:

Children and their caregivers are invited to come enjoy stories, songs, and play-time with friends – and make a craft to take home! Ages 3-6. Drop in!

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time

Children and their caregivers are invited to come enjoy stories, songs, and play-time with friends – and make a craft to take home! Ages 3-6. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

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Watercolor Club

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Watercolor Club:

Interested in watercolor painting? All skill levels are welcome to come paint at the library! These open sessions are not instructor led, but intended to be a collaborative exchang...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Interested in watercolor painting? All skill levels are welcome to come paint at the library! These open sessions are not instructor led, but intended to be a collaborative exchange of tips and techniques as you work on your own projects. Paper and brushes will be available, but please bring your own paint. 

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Early Voting

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Attention voters! The upcoming General Election is November 5th, and there are some important details to note:• Early voting starts September 26 at the Peoria County Election Commi...

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Attention voters! The upcoming General Election is November 5th, and there are some important details to note:

• Early voting starts September 26 at the Peoria County Election Commission Office.

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Family Story Time

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
All Ages
Family Story Time:

The whole family is welcome to join us for a fun-filled experience with stories, songs, crafts, and activities! All ages are welcome. Drop in!

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Story Time

The whole family is welcome to join us for a fun-filled experience with stories, songs, crafts, and activities! All ages are welcome. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

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Chair Yoga

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Chair Yoga:

Join Gayle Carrillo for chair yoga – now offered every Monday morning starting September 9! Chair yoga is a modified yoga that’s great for those with limited mobility. All skill le...

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Join Gayle Carrillo for chair yoga – now offered every Monday morning starting September 9! Chair yoga is a modified yoga that’s great for those with limited mobility. All skill levels are welcome, but limited space is available. Drop in!

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Al's Art Class

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Youth
Event Details:

Learn some fun art skills for littles from Ms. Al! Dress for a mess and make some art to take home! Ages 0-6.

Seats Available
Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Learn some fun art skills for littles from Ms. Al! Dress for a mess and make some art to take home! Ages 0-6.

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

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APL Fall Plant Swap

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get planty with us at the library's quarterly plant swap! Bring cuttings, rooted props, full plants, or pots to trade – and enter the drawing to win the door prize plant!

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Get planty with us at the library's quarterly plant swap! Bring cuttings, rooted props, full plants, or pots to trade – and enter the drawing to win the door prize plant!

Special Board Meeting

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Special meeting to discuss bid proposals for the new digital sign.

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Special meeting to discuss bid proposals for the new digital sign.

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Waddlers & Toddlers

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Waddlers & Toddlers:

Drop in for our baby and toddler story time, featuring sing-alongs, fingerplays, stories, and early literacy tips – and stick around to play and socialize with other families! Ages...

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time

Drop in for our baby and toddler story time, featuring sing-alongs, fingerplays, stories, and early literacy tips – and stick around to play and socialize with other families! Ages 0-2.

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

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Glasford Pop-Up Library

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Glasford Pop-up Library at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
All Ages
Glasford Pop-Up Library:

Join APL every Tuesday at the Glasford Village Hall for our Pop-Up Library! Drop by to check out books, get crafty, play games, get homework help, socialize, and more! Activities a...

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Glasford Pop-up Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games

Join APL every Tuesday at the Glasford Village Hall for our Pop-Up Library! Drop by to check out books, get crafty, play games, get homework help, socialize, and more! Activities are available weekly that all ages will enjoy. It’s a great opportunity for adults to come socialize and enjoy a cup of coffee, too! So stop by, chat with a librarian, and see what the library has to offer you!

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APL Yarners & Needlers

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
APL Yarners & Needlers:

Our creative Yarners & Needlers meet every Tuesday to work on projects of all kinds, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery, tatting, quilting, mending, and more. Bring you...

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Our creative Yarners & Needlers meet every Tuesday to work on projects of all kinds, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery, tatting, quilting, mending, and more. Bring your projects from home to knit/sew while you socialize! New members are always welcome. Drop in!

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Senior Coffee

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 8:00am - 9:00am
Offsite at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Informational Presentations
Age Group:
Adults
Senior Coffee:

Join us at the Alpha Park Clubhouse for Senior Coffee on the first Wednesday of each month through November! Social hour begins at 8 a.m. with guest speakers starting at 8:30 a.m. ...

Event Details:

April 3 – BingoMay 1 – Local OpalJune 6– GeologyJuly 3 – AirportAugust 7 – BirdwatchingSeptember 4 – TBDOctober 2 – PCAPSNovember 6 – Volunteer Day

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational Presentations
Event Details:

Join us at the Alpha Park Clubhouse for Senior Coffee on the first Wednesday of each month through November! Social hour begins at 8 a.m. with guest speakers starting at 8:30 a.m. Drop in!

April 3 – Bingo

May 1 – Local Opal

June 6– Geology

July 3 – Airport

August 7 – Birdwatching

September 4 – TBD

October 2 – PCAPS

November 6 – Volunteer Day

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

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Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Gentle Yoga:

Join Gayle Carrillo for gentle yoga for all skill levels – now offered every Wednesday morning! Yoga mats are provided, but limited space is available. Drop in!

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Join Gayle Carrillo for gentle yoga for all skill levels – now offered every Wednesday morning! Yoga mats are provided, but limited space is available. Drop in!

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Anime Club

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Teen Clubs
Age Group:
Teens
Anime Club:

Love anime? Come watch anime, talk about manga, learn about Asian culture, and try a cool snack! Ages 11-14. Drop in!

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Clubs

Love anime? Come watch anime, talk about manga, learn about Asian culture, and try a cool snack! Ages 11-14. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

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Cross Stitch Corner

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Cross Stitch Corner:

Beginners, experts, and everything in between are welcome to come cross stitch and socialize at the library! Work on the provided kit or bring your own project from home. Register....

Event Details:

This fall, we’ll provide a variety of Autumn and Halloween-themed kits for all skill levels.

Seats Available
Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Beginners, experts, and everything in between are welcome to come cross stitch and socialize at the library! Work on the provided kit or bring your own project from home. Register. 

This fall, we’ll provide a variety of Autumn and Halloween-themed kits for all skill levels.

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GED Classes

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
GED Classes:

Our GED classes are offered in partnership with the Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning. Tutor-guided instruction focuses on math, reading, science, and social studies, with all...

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education

Our GED classes are offered in partnership with the Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning. Tutor-guided instruction focuses on math, reading, science, and social studies, with all materials provided. The Moonlight Coalition also pays for students to take the GED test when they’re ready! Ages 16+. Drop in!

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Pre-K Read & Play

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Pre-K Read & Play:

Children and their caregivers are invited to come enjoy stories, songs, and play-time with friends – and make a craft to take home! Ages 3-6. Drop in!

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time

Children and their caregivers are invited to come enjoy stories, songs, and play-time with friends – and make a craft to take home! Ages 3-6. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

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Family Movie Night

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for another fun Family Movie Night at the library and watch the beloved animated movie Up (PG)! Refreshments will be provided. All ages are welcome. 

Seats Available
Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Required
Seats Remaining: 37
Event Details:

Join us for another fun Family Movie Night at the library and watch the beloved animated movie Up (PG)! Refreshments will be provided. All ages are welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

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Artist Trading Cards

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, All Ages
Artist Trading Cards:

Artist trading cards are small pieces of art made with the intent to trade and collect. Come make artist trading cards based on a different theme every month, and then trade with o...

Event Details:

In November, we'll make Bob Ross inspired tiny little landscapes.

Seats Available
Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Artist trading cards are small pieces of art made with the intent to trade and collect. Come make artist trading cards based on a different theme every month, and then trade with other artists in-person, through the mail, or online! Ages 16+.

In November, we'll make Bob Ross inspired tiny little landscapes.

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Chair Yoga

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Chair Yoga:

Join Gayle Carrillo for chair yoga – now offered every Monday morning starting September 9! Chair yoga is a modified yoga that’s great for those with limited mobility. All skill le...

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Join Gayle Carrillo for chair yoga – now offered every Monday morning starting September 9! Chair yoga is a modified yoga that’s great for those with limited mobility. All skill levels are welcome, but limited space is available. Drop in!

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Homeschooler Book Club

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Youth, Teens
Homeschooler Book Club:

This afternoon book club is for students who can’t make it to our other sessions. Check out a copy of this month’s featured book (same titles as Youth Book Club) at the Circ Desk, ...

Event Details:

November: The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket

Seats Available
Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This afternoon book club is for students who can’t make it to our other sessions. Check out a copy of this month’s featured book (same titles as Youth Book Club) at the Circ Desk, then join us for a discussion, activity, and themed snack. Ages 8-18.

November: The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

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Youth Book Club

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Youth
Youth Book Club:

Check out a copy of this month’s featured book at the Circ Desk, then join us for a discussion, activity, and themed snack. Ages 8-13. Register.

Event Details:

November: The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket

Seats Available
Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Check out a copy of this month’s featured book at the Circ Desk, then join us for a discussion, activity, and themed snack. Ages 8-13. Register.

November: The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

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Game Night at APL

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Game Night at APL:

Love board games? Join us every month for game night at the library! Try out a few games from our collection, or bring your favorite from home. Pizza, snacks, and soda will be prov...

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games

Love board games? Join us every month for game night at the library! Try out a few games from our collection, or bring your favorite from home. Pizza, snacks, and soda will be provided. Ages 18+. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens.