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Creative Writing Club

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

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

Meet with fellow writers and get those creative juices flowing! We’ll share tools and activities to help develop your writing skills, so dive in and refine your unique voice and storytelling abilities!

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Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Age Group:

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

Please call 800.272.3900 to register! Walk-ins Welcome!

Alzheimer’s Association® support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to:

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The Grimm Readers Book Club

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

March - Motherthing by Ainslie Hogarth

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Empowered Caregiver Series

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Age Group:

Adults
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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Sign & Sing Story Time

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am

Program Type:

Story Time, Play & Learn

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
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. 

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Early Voting

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The Peoria County Election Commission will be present for early voting.

Saturday Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Youth
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Youth
Program Type: Story Time

Join us for a fun-filled experience with stories, songs, and crafts! Ages 2-5. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

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

BYOB Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all readers! Our new book club is BYOB: Bring Your Own Book! Come share what you’ve been reading lately, get new recommendations from fellow book lovers, and find your next favorite! Ages 18+. Register. 

Creative Writing Club: Open Writing Sessions

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Welcome to our open writing space! Writers are welcome to drop in any time Thursdays 5-8 p.m. and Saturdays 3-5 p.m. throughout the month to work on their creative writing projects. 

Chair Yoga

9:30am–10:30am
Adults
Cancelled
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!

Youth Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Youth
Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Check out a copy of this month’s featured book at the Circulation Desk, then join us for a snack, discussion, and themed activity. Ages 8-12. Register.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Youth Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth
Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Check out a copy of this month’s featured book at the Circulation Desk, then join us for a snack, discussion, and themed activity. Ages 8-12. Register.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Game Night at APL

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
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. 

Baby Tadpoles Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

*NEW AGE GROUP: Ages 0-1*

Join us for baby bounces, movement songs, felt board activities, and stories – and play with other families afterward! Ages 0-1. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Toddler Froglets Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

*NEW AGE GROUP: Age 2*

Join us for movement songs, felt board activities, and stories – and play with other families afterward! Age 2. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Glasford Pop-Up Library

3:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
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!

APL Yarners & Needlers

5:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
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!

Gentle Yoga

9:30am–10:30am
Adults
Cancelled
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!

Teen Advisory Board

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunities, Teen Clubs
Event Details:

*NEW TIME - 4:00-5:30pm*

Want to volunteer and eat pizza at the same time? Join our Teen Advisory Board, where you’ll get to plan programs and bring your ideas for the library to life! Ages 13-18. 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. 

Craft Night: Easter Egg Gnomes

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Full
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 for a new creative project each month! Both monthly sessions will make the
same project. Ages 18+. Register.

March 11 & 25 – Easter Egg Gnomes

GED Classes

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
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

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
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.

APL Book & Tea Society

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Seats Available
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. 

March - Murder Past Due by Miranda James

Disclaimer(s)

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

Building Grounds & Safety Committee Meeting

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Bi-Monthly Building Grounds and Safety Meeting for library staff and board members to discuss building related projects completed, in progress, and upcoming. 

Creative Writing Club: Open Writing Sessions

5:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Welcome to our open writing space! Writers are welcome to drop in any time Thursdays 5-8 p.m. and Saturdays 3-5 p.m. throughout the month to work on their creative writing projects. 

Early Voting

10:00am–6:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The Peoria County Election Commission will be present for early voting.

Pre-K Frogs & Friends Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Youth
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. 

Early Voting

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The Peoria County Election Commission will be present for early voting.

Anime Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Seats Available
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!

March - All About J-Fashion (Presentation)