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Event List

Age Group
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Program Type
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Ongoing Events
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

YOTO PRIZE DRAWING: CHILDREN'S READING CHALLENGES

All Day 5/27 - 7/3
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Children's Reading Challenges!

April 7th - July 26th

Win a Yoto Player!

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Children's Reading Challenges!

April 7th - July 26th

Win a Yoto Player!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

LIBRARY SHOWDOWN: WOULD YOU RATHER QUESTION?

All Day
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Families

Library Showdown!

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Event Details:

Library Showdown!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

MARIO MAZE

All Day 6/2 - 6/12
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Help Mario win the race by following the maze to the finish line!

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Help Mario win the race by following the maze to the finish line!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

POWER PET COLORING CONTEST

All Day 6/2 - 6/12
Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Enter the coloring contest between June 2 - 28 for a chance to win a plush Pikachu!

Coloring sheets will be on display at the library and may be posted on social media. Entries will not be returned.  

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Enter the coloring contest between June 2 - 28 for a chance to win a plush Pikachu!

Coloring sheets will be on display at the library and may be posted on social media. Entries will not be returned.  

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

TO BE CONTINUED BOOK CLUB

All Day 6/2 - 6/30
Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Club, Online/Virtual
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Families

Watch Now! To Be Continued Book Club with Miss Mary Kay.

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Program Type: Book Club, Online/Virtual
Event Details:

Watch Now! To Be Continued Book Club with Miss Mary Kay.

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

FATHER'S DAY CELEBRATION

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Homer Township Library Bookmobile at Outreach
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Bookmobile

Celebrate Dad with a personalized 

gift made just for him.

Library Branch: Outreach
Room: Homer Township Library Bookmobile
Age Group: Bookmobile
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Celebrate Dad with a personalized 

gift made just for him.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Lincoln Lore & More: Exploring Central Illinois

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Meeting Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

Venture beyond the cornstalks that line the highway with Illinois traveler John Kokoris to explore the charming towns and beautiful scenery at the heart of our state.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Venture beyond the cornstalks that line the highway with Illinois traveler John Kokoris to explore the charming towns and beautiful scenery at the heart of our state.

Disclaimer(s)

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

LET'S ALL STICK TOGETHER - JUNE - MYSTERY ART PROJECT

All Day 6/3 - 6/12
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Families

How it works...at first it's a mystery...until you build to reveal...the colorful image!

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Families
Event Details:

How it works...at first it's a mystery...until you build to reveal...the colorful image!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

BEADS & BEYOND!

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
KidZone at Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Stop in to create a cool, necklace or other beading project of your own design. It’s a beading free-for-all! 

No registration. For children up to age 13. 

While supplies last.

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: KidZone
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Stop in to create a cool, necklace or other beading project of your own design. It’s a beading free-for-all! 

No registration. For children up to age 13. 

While supplies last.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Quiet Reading Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

This is a support group designed for those caring for a loved one with dementia. Join us to share, learn, relax, and get connected with fellow caregivers. We will provide a welcoming space and some light refreshments.

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

This is a support group designed for those caring for a loved one with dementia. Join us to share, learn, relax, and get connected with fellow caregivers. We will provide a welcoming space and some light refreshments.

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

FATHER'S DAY CELEBRATION

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Homer Township Library Bookmobile at Outreach
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Bookmobile

Celebrate Dad with a personalized 

gift made just for him.

Library Branch: Outreach
Room: Homer Township Library Bookmobile
Age Group: Bookmobile
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Celebrate Dad with a personalized 

gift made just for him.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Anime Night: Anime Trading Cards

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Meeting Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Teens

Prepare to compare cards, collections, and characters at this meeting! Bring your own cards to trade with or use the free cards you’ll get when you show up to trade with or start your collection. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Prepare to compare cards, collections, and characters at this meeting! Bring your own cards to trade with or use the free cards you’ll get when you show up to trade with or start your collection. 

Disclaimer(s)

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Cross-Stitch Meetup

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Quiet Reading Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

Join our informal cross stitch group! A perfect opportunity to get together with other crafters while working on your own projects. Please note that this is not a cross-stitch class or instructor-led program.

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

Join our informal cross stitch group! A perfect opportunity to get together with other crafters while working on your own projects. Please note that this is not a cross-stitch class or instructor-led program.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Adult Take & Make: Origami Stars

All Day
Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

Celebrate the Fourth of July by making origami stars! Use them as table confetti or fill a bowl with them.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the Fourth of July by making origami stars! Use them as table confetti or fill a bowl with them.

Disclaimer(s)

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

MOMMY & ME PILATES

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Family Activity Zone at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children, Families

Take a break to stretch and decompress! Join Pilates certified instructor, Lindsey, for Mommy and Me Pilates at the library.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Children, Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a break to stretch and decompress! Join Pilates certified instructor, Lindsey, for Mommy and Me Pilates at the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

MAHJONG

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Meeting Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

Join us to play Mahjong! Experienced and beginner players are welcome. The Mahjong group meets weekly on Wednesdays at 12:30pm. No registration needed. Just show up and play! 

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

Join us to play Mahjong! Experienced and beginner players are welcome. The Mahjong group meets weekly on Wednesdays at 12:30pm. No registration needed. Just show up and play! 

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

FATHER'S DAY CELEBRATION

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Homer Township Library Bookmobile at Outreach
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Bookmobile

Celebrate Dad with a personalized 

gift made just for him.

Library Branch: Outreach
Room: Homer Township Library Bookmobile
Age Group: Bookmobile
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Celebrate Dad with a personalized 

gift made just for him.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

PAINT WORKSHOP - AGES 10-13 - BUSY BEES!

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Family Activity Zone at Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Tweens

Busy Bees!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Family Activity Zone
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Busy Bees!

Disclaimer(s)

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Toys of the 1980s & 1990s Remembered

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Meeting Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

Beanie Babies to Transformers! Let’s reminisce about the popular toys of the 1980s & 1990s. Who could forget the explosion of the Cabbage Patch Kid dolls?

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Beanie Babies to Transformers! Let’s reminisce about the popular toys of the 1980s & 1990s. Who could forget the explosion of the Cabbage Patch Kid dolls?

Disclaimer(s)

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

PINOCHLE

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Meeting Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

Join us to play Pinochle! Experienced and beginner players are welcome. The Pinochle group meets weekly on Thursdays at 12:00pm. No Registration required. 

Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Event Details:

Join us to play Pinochle! Experienced and beginner players are welcome. The Pinochle group meets weekly on Thursdays at 12:00pm. No Registration required. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Graphic Novel Book Club

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens

Meet graphic novel fans and talk about a new title every month! June’s pick is Ready Or Not by Andi Porretta. Grab a copy for checkout in the Teen Room! Meetings are on the first Thursday of every month.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet graphic novel fans and talk about a new title every month! June’s pick is Ready Or Not by Andi Porretta. Grab a copy for checkout in the Teen Room! Meetings are on the first Thursday of every month.

Disclaimer(s)

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

RESTORATIVE YOGA

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Community Meeting Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Program Type:
Yoga
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

Restorative yoga is designed to restore the body. This is a great practice to end your week. This practice is done mostly on the mat. Poses are held longer and we practice deeper breathing.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Yoga
Registration Required
Event Details:

Restorative yoga is designed to restore the body. This is a great practice to end your week. This practice is done mostly on the mat. Poses are held longer and we practice deeper breathing.

Disclaimer(s)

Non-Homer Township Public Library Registration

Non-Homer Township Public Library cardholders will be placed on the waitlist and will be moved to the registration list no earlier than 14 days prior to the event as space allows.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Strawberries: Sweet & Savory with Chef Maddox: 10:30am Session

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Meeting Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

This is the first of two sessions. Please choose one to attend. Registration for the 12:30pm session is here.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is the first of two sessions. Please choose one to attend. Registration for the 12:30pm session is here.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Strawberries: Sweet & Savory with Chef Maddox: 12:30pm Session

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Community Meeting Room at Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors

This is the second of two sessions. Please choose one to attend. Registration for the 10:30am session is here.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Homer Township Public Library District
Room: Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is the second of two sessions. Please choose one to attend. Registration for the 10:30am session is here.