PROGRAM CALENDAR
Children's Programs
Story times and other fun programs are held each month throughout the year.
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Regular Programs:
Wow It's Wednesday!Wow It's Wednesday crafts are back! Stop by the library each week to get your take and make kit! View the tutorial video at 2:00 pm on Facebook! Every Wednesday | 2:00 pm Free program. On Facebook. |
Special Programs:
Art Challenge ProjectsAll of the Art Challenge Projects that were submitted will be displayed in the children's library throughout August! Be sure to check out the wonderful art while it's on display! Winners will be announced on Wednesday, August 11. Monday, August 2 - Tuesday, August 31 
Fancy Nancy Tea PartyWe are hosting another Fancy Nancy Tea Party at Caleri's Cafe & Bakery! Limited spots are available. If interested, please sign up in the children's library. We'll draw names and contact you to confirm time and attendance. Monday, August 2 Caleri's Cafe & Bakery 
Storytime in the LibraryJoin Miss Angela in the children's library for a fun Storytime with new stories and puppets. All children are welcome. Tuesday, August 24 | 10:00 AM Free program. 
Origami with Miss AngelaStop by after school and join the paper-folding fun. Snack provided. Open to all kids 8th grade and under. Wednesday, August 25 | 2:30 pm Free program. 8th grade and under. |
Teen Programs
The library offers several monthly and annual programs for middle-school and high-school aged youth.
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Regular Programs:
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Special Programs:
YA Pixel ArtMake some retro pixel art at the library! We'll have patterns for you to use, or you can bring your own! Open to ages 12 - 17. Register at the adult circulation desk. Thursday, August 26 | 4:30 PM Free program. Registration required. |
Adult Programs
Educational and social programs are held throughout the month.
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Regular Programs:
Book ClubJoin us for Book Club the first Thursday of every month! 
Mystery Book ClubJoin us for Mystery Book Club the second Monday of every month! August's meeting will be at the library with the topic of true crime and true stories. 
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 Wednesday evening each month. For more information, please email Brenda Troth. 
Woodford County Sewing GuildThe Woodford County Neighborhood Group of the Central IL Sewing Guild meets at the library every third Thursday of the month from 3:00 - 5:00 pm! At the next meeting on August 19, Carol Lugenbuhl will demonstrate how to sew an elegant “Burrito Roll” pillowcase. All persons interested in sewing are welcome to attend. This guild is open to beginner and advanced sewists. If you have any questions or wish to attend the meeting via Zoom, please email Robin Staudenmeier. 
Program in a BagJuly's Program in a Bag: Take and Make Colorful Coasters While we have started to slowly roll out in-person programs again, Program in a Bag for adults will continue! Every month there will be a new themed bag with a craft, book list, and other activities! For July we'll have Take and Make Colorful Coasters! Pick up starting Thursday, July 22. *First come, first served. While supplies last.* |
Special Programs:
Late Summer & Fall Colors in the GardenLate summer and fall gardens often look worn out and tired after the riot of spring and summer color. Our fall gardens don't have to look tired and past their prime. Many plants are available to give you a fall "WOW" factor. Learn how to rev up your August - September gardens with perennials, ornamental grasses, and the fall color of trees and shrubs. Register at the adult circulation desk to attend! Monday, August 2 | 6:00 PM Free program. Registration required. 
Make & Take CardsJoin instructor Debi Smith for a fun night of paper crafting at the library. You will make two to three different types of cards and take your creations home at the end of the evening. Class fee is $2. Register at the adult circulation desk. Monday, August 9 | 6:00 PM $2 class fee and registration are required. |
All-ages Programs
We try to offer monthly programs for everyone in the community!
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Ongoing 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. Open to patrons of all ages and abilities! 
U of I Extension Master Gardener Plant ClinicWe are absolutely thrilled to welcome the Master Gardeners back for their plant clinics! Bring your gardening questions, landscape problems, and unidentified plant and insect samples to the Eureka Public Library and get free information and advice from University of Illinois Extension Woodford County Master Gardeners. Monday, August 16 | 4:30 - 6:00 pm Free program. No registration required. 
Find the Golden Tickets!As an early kick-off for the READING COLORS YOUR WORLD Summer Reading program, we have hidden 72 Golden Tickets in books throughout the library. When you find a ticket in an item you've checked out, fill out the info on the back and then turn it in at the adult circulation desk to redeem your prize! Contest Rules:
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Special programs:
Make a Friendship Bracelet for International Friendship DayJune 30 is International Friendship Day! Join us at 3:00 pm to make a friendship bracelet to share with someone special. Friday, July 30 | 3:00 pm Free program. Registration required. 
Virtual Trivia NightJoin us from the comfort of your own home for a family-friendly trivia night benefitting the Friends of the Eureka Public Library! This is our first ever Virtual Trivia Night and we are thrilled to have local trivia maestro Tom Hantak hosting the festivities! Participants are in for a very enjoyable evening! The winning team will walk away with not only Tom's Traveling Trivia Trophy, but also a Eureka Business Association gift check and a 3D-printed trophy that the team can keep! Find more info on how to participate on our Trivia Night page! Saturday, August 7 | 7:00 pm $25 minimum suggested donation. Registration required: https://forms.gle/XECzFDnozbDsjrqe9. 
DIY Window ClingsJoin us for a fun afternoon of making your own window clings! You are welcome to draw freehand or trace one of the designs provided! Space is limited, register at the adult circulation desk. Tuesday, August 10 | 3:00 pm Free program. Registration required. 
Mini Golf in the LibraryAugust is National Golf Month and we'll be celebrating with a family fun evening of Mini Golf in the Library! The library will still be open, so there may be extra obstacles - patrons browsing the stacks! All donations will go to the Friends of the Eureka Public Library! Thursday, August 12 | 5:30 - 7:00 pm $1 suggested donation per player. No registration required. |