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Cross Stitch Corner

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 3 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....

This spring, we’re adding Dystopian, Humor, and Fantasy to our Stitch-A-Long bookshelves. All skill levels are welcome, and basic kits are available for beginners.

Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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 spring, we’re adding Dystopian, Humor, and Fantasy to our Stitch-A-Long bookshelves. All skill levels are welcome, and basic kits are available for beginners.

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Empowered Caregiver Series

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

The Alzheimer’s Association will host a 4-part educational series for caregivers every Thursday, April 2-23, at 10 a.m.

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

The Alzheimer’s Association will host a 4-part educational series for caregivers every Thursday, April 2-23, at 10 a.m.

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GED Classes

Thursday, April 2, 2026 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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Memories of Peoria State Hospital

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Informational Presentations
Age Group:
Adults

Join presenter Eliida Lakota for an evening of memories of Bartonville’s infamous Peoria State Hospital.

Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational Presentations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join presenter Eliida Lakota for an evening of memories of Bartonville’s infamous Peoria State Hospital.

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Pre-K Frogs & Friends Story Time

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Youth
Pre-K Frogs & Friends 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 3-5. Drop in!

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Youth
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 3-5. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Watercolor Club

Friday, April 3, 2026 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...

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

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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Chair Yoga

Monday, April 6, 2026 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! Chair yoga is a modified yoga that’s great for those with limited mobility. All skill levels are welcome, but...

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! 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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Sign & Sing Story Time

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time, Play & Learn
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Join Communication Junction at the library for a special story time: 30 minutes of signing, singing, and
stories! We’ll be outside if weather permits. Ages 0-5. Register. 

Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time, Play & Learn
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Communication Junction at the library for a special story time: 30 minutes of signing, singing, and
stories! We’ll be outside if weather permits. Ages 0-5. Register. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Glasford Pop-Up Library

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Glasford Pop-up Library at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Other, 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: Other, 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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Dungeon Explorers

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth

Dragons and monsters and dice – OH MY! Dungeon Explorers is a kid-friendly Dungeons and Dragons game with puzzles, monsters, and new friendships! Ages 10-12. All skill levels are welcome.

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Dragons and monsters and dice – OH MY! Dungeon Explorers is a kid-friendly Dungeons and Dragons game with puzzles, monsters, and new friendships! Ages 10-12. All skill levels 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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APL Yarners & Needlers

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 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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Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 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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My Buddy and Me: Painting Class

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Bring your grownup buddy and join us for a step-by-step painting class or create your own masterpiece! Snacks will be provided. Ages 4-12. Register. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your grownup buddy and join us for a step-by-step painting class or create your own masterpiece! Snacks will be provided. Ages 4-12. Register. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Craft Night: Mini Beaded Plants

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join Craft Master Allie to make your own sparkly beaded houseplant like the TikTok trend! Both sessions will make the same project. Register. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Craft Master Allie to make your own sparkly beaded houseplant like the TikTok trend! Both sessions will make the same project. Register. 

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Empowered Caregiver Series

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Informational Presentations
Age Group:
Adults

The Alzheimer’s Association will host a 4-part educational series for caregivers every Thursday, April 2-23, at 10 a.m.

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

The Alzheimer’s Association will host a 4-part educational series for caregivers every Thursday, April 2-23, at 10 a.m.

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GED Classes

Thursday, April 9, 2026 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!

Finance Committee Meeting

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Alpha Park Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Monthly Finance Committee Meeting for library staff and board members to discuss our current finances and any large completed, current, or upcoming financial endeavors.

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Monthly Finance Committee Meeting for library staff and board members to discuss our current finances and any large completed, current, or upcoming financial endeavors.

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APL Book & Tea Society

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
APL Book & Tea Society:

The APL Book & Tea Society is for connoisseurs of cozy mysteries! Enjoy tea and pastries while discussing the monthly book selection. Refreshments change monthly to fit the boo...

April - Her Royal Spyness by Rhys Bowen

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

The APL Book & Tea Society is for connoisseurs of cozy mysteries! Enjoy tea and pastries while discussing the monthly book selection. Refreshments change monthly to fit the book. Registration is required. 

April - Her Royal Spyness by Rhys Bowen

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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LEGO Club

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Youth
Lego Club:

What can your imagination build? Lego Club is here for you with new challenges, new friends, and new creations! Ages 5-12. Drop in!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play & Learn
Registration Required

What can your imagination build? Lego Club is here for you with new challenges, new friends, and new creations! Ages 5-12. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Pre-K Frogs & Friends Story Time

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Youth
Pre-K Frogs & Friends 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 3-5. Drop in!

Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Youth
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 3-5. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Anime Club

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Obsessed with anime and manga, or just curious? Come hang out with other adults and discuss all things anime, with different activities and themes each month!

April - Guess that Anime!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Obsessed with anime and manga, or just curious? Come hang out with other adults and discuss all things anime, with different activities and themes each month!

April - Guess that Anime!

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Chair Yoga

Monday, April 13, 2026 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! Chair yoga is a modified yoga that’s great for those with limited mobility. All skill levels are welcome, but...

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! 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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Crafty Critters Art Class

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alpha Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Learn some fun art skills for littles from Ms. Al! Dress for a mess and make some art to take home! This month, we’ll be making Aquafaba Sensory Foam! Ages 0-2. Register. 
 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn some fun art skills for littles from Ms. Al! Dress for a mess and make some art to take home! This month, we’ll be making Aquafaba Sensory Foam! Ages 0-2. Register. 
 

Disclaimer(s)

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