Programs for All-Ages
We try to offer monthly programs for everyone in the community!
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Ongoing programs:
Master Gardener Plant ClinicBring your gardening questions, landscape problems, & unidentified plant & insect samples to the library for free information & advice. Program returns in 2027! |
Special programs:
Family Fun Pumpkin PartyEnjoy painting pumpkins, the Illinois Master Naturalist craft center, face painting, and prizes! Unfortunately, Swanee's Soft Pretzels will not be able to make the rescheduled date. Wednesday, October 7 2:30 - 4:30 PM @ AC Home of Eureka 
Banned Books Read-InThis year during Banned Books Week, we will be teaming up with Libro.fm and Silent Book Club to host a Banned Books Read-In at the library. Join us as we read and take action to fight book bans! Attendees will also receive a free audiobook from Libro.fm! Sponsored by: Silent Book Club & Libro.fm Friday, October 9 3:00 - 5:00 PM Program Room |
Programs for Kids
Storytimes and other fun programs are held each month throughout the year.
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Ongoing Programs:
StorytimeJoin us for stories and songs! Miss Angela's funny voices, unique book choices, and catchy songs will have kids of all ages excited to read. Tuesdays (no program October 6) 10:00 - 11:00 AM Children's Library 
Toddler TimeBring your toddler and join us for stories, songs, and fun educational activities. Ages 3 & under. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays (no program October 7) 10:00 - 11:00 AM Children's Library 
Baby TimeInteract with your baby while developing early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, books, movement, and more. Don't miss out on this fun way of introducing books to your little one. Ages 18 months & under. This program is made possible with a donation from the Wettstein Family Field of Interest Fund at Illinois Prairie Community Foundation. Fridays (no program October 9) 9:15 - 9:45 AM Children's Library 
Fun Friday StorytimeJoin us for this fun storytime for all ages - we'll have stories, songs, and stickers! 1st Fridays 10:00 - 10:30 AM @ AC Home of Eureka 
Toddler Play TimeJoin us for games, toys, and obstacles for toddlers to explore while developing motor and social skills. Ages 2 & under. 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:00 AM Children's Library 
Sweet Saturday StorytimeKids of all ages are invited to join Miss Allie for storytime, activities, crafts, and donuts! 3rd Saturdays 10:00 - 11:00 AM Children's Library |
Special Programs:
DIY LEGO TablesBuild with our LEGOs and put your awesome creations on display! Friday, October 9 - Monday, October 12 All Day Children's Library 
Reading BuddiesThis fun program is a chance to practice reading, review sight words, and develop phonics skills after school. Registered participants receive a stuffie buddy to read to, and volunteers read alongside the kids. Grades K - 4. REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Sign up in the children's library! Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays (starts October 13) 3:30 - 4:00 PM Children's Library 
Pre-K PrepHave fun learning with Natalie Carr while she teaches Pre-K skills your child needs for school! Designed for 3-year-olds. Thursday, October 15 or 29 1:30 - 2:30 PM Children's Library |
Programs for Teens
The library offers several monthly and annual programs for middle-school and high-school aged youth.
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Ongoing Programs:
Diamond Art WorkshopJoin Cindy O'Neill at EPLD for a fun diamond painting workshop. Participants will make a seasonal craft to take home. All supplies provided. Space is limited! Ages 12+. October program: pumpkin coasters REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Sign up at the adult circulation desk or by calling the library at 309.467.2922 extension 1. Saturday, October 10 9:30 - 11:30 AM Program Room 
Book BINGODrop in for a fun evening of BINGO at the library! Lots of prizes, including books! Ages 13+. Thursday, October 15 6:30 - 7:30 PM Program Room 
Mother/Daughter Book ClubBring your mom to this fun book club at the library! We'll be reading your choice of Little Women editions, have some snacks, and chat about the books we love. Grades 5 - 8 & moms. REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Sign up in the children's library! Monday, October 19 6:30 - 7:30 PM Children's Library |
Special Programs:
Safe SitterDesigned to prepare students in grades 6 - 8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The Instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use manikins to practice rescue skills like choking rescue! CLASS INFORMATION This class is presented at no cost. Registration is required, as space is limited. Students should bring a snack and a water bottle.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION In-person registration only. Paper registration forms can be requested at Eureka Public Library District’s Adult Circulation Desk and must be completed and turned in before 5:00 PM on Friday, October 9. Register early as classes fill quickly! Monday, October 12 12:30 - 4:30 PM Program Room This program is presented in partnership with OSF HealthCare Children's Hospital of Illinois. 
Duo Puzzle ChallengeTeams of 2 will receive the same 500-piece puzzle and will have up to 2 hours to complete it. The first team to complete their puzzle or the team furthest along will win a prize! Ages 12+. IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ONLY! Please sign up at the adult circulation desk! Thursday, October 29 5:30 - 7:30 PM Program Room |
Programs for Adults
Educational and social programs are held throughout the month.
View the recordings of our hybrid programs on our YouTube channel!
View the recordings of our hybrid programs on our YouTube channel!
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Ongoing Programs:
Share Your StoryThis program is a fun and casual way to tell stories about our lives. We come together, reminisce, share a story, and listen. One goal of the program is to record our stories for our loved ones. Please contact Angela Roberts if you have any questions. 1st Thursdays 10:00 - 11:00 AM @ AC Home of Eureka 
Musings on Main Book ClubThe Musings on Main Book Club meets on the first Thursday of every month! 1st Thursdays 6:00 PM Program Room Book Club is has a participant limit of 12, and is currently full. Please fill out the contact form if you would like to be considered when a spot opens up. 
Wits FitnessReady to give your brain a workout? Join Illinois Extension Educator Sara Attig as she leads participants through new interactive activities designed to exercise the brain to maintain and enhance cognitive function and memory. Wednesday, October 7 1:00 - 2:00 PM Program Room
Diamond Art WorkshopJoin Cindy O'Neill at EPLD for a fun diamond painting workshop. Participants will make a seasonal craft to take home. All supplies provided. Space is limited! Ages 12+. October program: pumpkin coasters REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Sign up at the adult circulation desk or by calling the library at 309.467.2922 extension 1. Saturday, October 10 9:30 - 11:30 AM Program Room 
Monday Morning Mystery Book ClubJoin us for our Mystery Book Club on the second Monday of every month! This month's topic: free choice 2nd Mondays 10:00 AM Program Room 
Maple Lawn Book ClubJoin librarian Debra Blunier for this fun book club at Maple Lawn! 3rd Mondays (no program in October) 2:00 PM @ Maple Lawn 
Share Your StoryThis program is a fun and casual way to tell stories about our lives. We come together, reminisce, share a story, and listen. One goal of the program is to record our stories for our loved ones. Please contact Angela Roberts if you have any questions. 3rd Thursdays 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Maple Lawn 
Book BINGODrop in for a fun evening of BINGO at the library! Lots of prizes, including books! Ages 13+. Thursday, October 15 6:30 - 7:30 PM Program Room
Mother/Daughter Book ClubBring your mom to this fun book club at the library! We'll be reading your choice of Little Women editions, have some snacks, and chat about the books we love. Grades 5 - 8 & moms. REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Sign up in the children's library! Monday, October 19 6:30 - 7:30 PM Children's Library 
Crafts to GO!Adults can pick up a fun new craft project on the last Saturday of each month! Ages 18+. Available on a first-come, first-served basis. Last Saturday of the Month While supplies last! Adult Circulation Desk |
Special Programs:
Local History Series
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Groups
Community groups that meet monthly at the library!
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In-person programs:
Heart of Illinois KnittersLooking for a daytime knitting and handcraft group? Stop in and join this informal group of crafters and enjoy each other’s company as you work on your own project. The group meets the first Tuesday of each month. Not able to make it at 10? Feel free to stop by anytime before noon. Open to patrons of all ages and abilities! 1st Tuesdays 10:00 AM Program Room 
Woodford County Sewing GuildThe Woodford County Neighborhood Group of the Central IL Sewing Guild meets at the library every third Tuesday of the month starting at 1:00 PM! If you have any questions or wish to attend the meeting via Zoom, please contact Carol Luginbuhl ([email protected]). 3rd Tuesdays 1:00 PM Program Room 
Dementia Education & Support GroupThe AC Home of Eureka's Dementia Education & Support Group meets at EPLD on the 4th Thursday of each month. This group is open to all members of the community. 4th Thursdays 6:30 - 8:00 PM Program Room Group organized by: Apostolic Christian Home of Eureka |
Online programs:
Writer's CircleHave you thought about becoming an author, would like to write down your family’s stories, or simply love to express yourself through writing? Join this informal writer’s group to share your ideas and writings. Members offer positive support, feedback when requested, and incentive to keep writing. This group is currently meeting via Zoom on the third Thursday evening each month. For more information, please contact Susan Elliott by email ([email protected]). 3rd Thursdays 6:30 PM Online |
Printable calendars:
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Save the Datefor our upcoming programs!11/3 | HOI Knitters 11/5 | Share Your Story @ AC Home 11/5 | Musings on Main Book Club 11/7 | Diamond Art Workshop *Ages 12+* 11/9 | Mystery Book Club 11/11 | Wits Fitness 11/12-14 | Friends of EPLD Fall Book Sale 11/16 | Maple Lawn Book Club 11/17 | Sewing Guild 11/18 | Family Movie Matinee 11/19 | Share Your Story @ Maple Lawn 11/19 | Book BINGO *Ages 13+* If you would like to present a program at Eureka Public Library District, please visit our Program Proposal page. | ||