PROGRAM CALENDAR
Children's Programs
Story times and other fun programs are held each month throughout the year.
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Ongoing Programs:
Birthday Book ClubJoin the EPLD Birthday Book Club! It's fun and easy! During your birthday month, stop in the library and let us know it's your birthday!
Free program for children of all ages. 
Storytime at the LibraryJoin Miss Angela for new stories twice a week! Children of all ages are welcome! Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 10:00 AM Free program. Outdoor Pavilion 
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:
Second Saturday LEGO Pop-UpJoin us from 9:00 - 11:30 AM to build with our LEGO bricks! Saturday, May 14 | 9:00 - 11:30 AM Free program. Children's Library 
Library LittlesWe have a new program for our youngest patrons, Library Littles! Join us for a story, playtime, and activities for little ones aged 24 months and younger. Plan to stay and make a piece of handprint art for someone special! This project can get messy, so please plan accordingly. Friday, May 20 | 10:00 - 10:30 AM Free program. Ages 24 months and younger. Children's Library |
Teen Programs
The library offers several monthly and annual programs for middle-school and high-school aged youth.
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Ongoing Programs:
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Special Programs:
American Red Cross Babysitter TrainingIs your child planning on babysitting this summer? Help your child be the best babysitter on the block by becoming certified through the American Red Cross. Youth will learn how to supervise children, care for common injuries and emergencies, gain confidence to make smart decisions, and stay safe in any babysitting situation. Class will be held at the Eureka Public Library and youth need to bring a sack lunch and an email address. Snacks will be provided. Payment is required before 5:00 PM on Wednesday, June 15. Space is limited to 10 participants. Registration will only be taken online through a Google Form. Registration is first come, first served. Registrants beyond the first 10 will be added to the waitlist. Wednesday, June 29 | 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Ages 11 - 15. $115 class fee and registration required! Online registration starts Thursday, May 19 at 12:00 PM. |
Adult Programs
Educational and social programs are held throughout the month.
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Ongoing Programs:
Book ClubBook Club meets the first Thursday of every month! 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. 
Mystery Book ClubJoin us for Mystery Book Club the second Monday of every month! The theme for May is "Revisiting the Classics." In addition to classic authors such as Agatha Christie and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, participants will discuss favorite books and authors which may be considered classics in the future. Monday, May 9 | 10:00 AM Free program. Outdoor Pavilion 
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 contact Brenda Troth by phone (309-261-1625) or email (brendareptile@gmail.com). 
Woodford County Sewing GuildThe Woodford County Neighborhood Group of the Central IL Sewing Guild meets at the library every third Thursday of the month starting at 10:00 AM! If you have any questions or wish to attend the meeting via Zoom, please contact Robin Staudenmeier (erstauden@gmail.com). 
Classic Movie MondayJoin us for Classic Movie Monday! Drop-in and watch a classic movie at EPLD every third Monday at 2:00 pm! May's movie will be a classic western! Monday, May 16 | 2:00 PM Free program. Ages 18+. Program Room 
Program in a BagMay's Program in a Bag: Take and Make DIY Keychain 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 May we'll have a Take and Make DIY Keychainl! Pick up starting Thursday, May 19. *First come, first served. While supplies last.* 
Share Your StoryEveryone has a story. What's yours? Share Your Story with our new adult storytelling group! The group will meet the fourth Wednesday of every month. May topic: What was your favorite childhood toy or game? Wednesday, May 25 | 11:00 AM Free program. Ages 18+. Outdoor Pavilion |
Special Programs:
Maple Lawn: Celebrating 100 YearsThe theme for this celebratory presentation will be "building on strengths of the past as a bridge to the future". Frank Kandel, chairman of Maple Lawn's centennial committee, will focus on the history of Maple Lawn. Mary Hutson, former assistant in the activity department, will talk about the importance of socialization and family involvement. Lou Strong, committee member, will give a resident's perspective. To wrap up, the presenters will share details and an invitation to Maple Lawn's centennial events on July 22 & 23. Tuesday, May 17 | 6:00 PM Free program. Registration required! Program Room 
Cricut 101: Design Space SoftwareDecided which Cricut is right for you? Learn all about how to use Cricut's Design Studio Software in our next Cricut 101 program from Karen Jones. Tuesday, May 24 | 5:30 PM Free program. Registration required! Program Room 
Seed Saving for GardenersMost gardeners wait until the fall to decided they want to save seeds. This results in lower quality seeds for next year. By planning your garden for seed saving, you can get high quality seeds for the future! You will learn important concepts and techniques for seed saving such as open pollination and variety isolation to get the best quality seeds for your garden! U of I Extension Master Gardener Gretchen Strauch will also discuss harvesting and seed storage. Monday, June 6 | 6:00 PM Free program. Registration required! Program Room |
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 ClinicPlant Clinics are coming back early this year! Starting in March, the third Monday of every month the University of Illinois Extension Woodford County Master Gardeners will be at EPLD! Bring your gardening questions, landscape problems, and unidentified plant and insect samples to the library and get free information and advice. Monday, May 16 | 4:30 - 6:00 pm Free program. No registration required. Outdoor Pavilion |
Special programs:
Annual Book SaleThe Friends of the Eureka Public Library will be holding their annual book sale during the Eureka Community Garage Sale on Saturday, May 21. Stop by the library for some bargain prices on books, movies, and more! Saturday, May 21 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Outdoor Pavilion 
Summer Reading Kick-Off PartyLet's kick off the 2022 Summer Reading Program with a fun party at the library! Music, activities for all ages, and more! Tuesday, May 31 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM Free program. Outdoor Pavilion 
Read Beyond the Beaten Path: Summer Reading Program 2022Join us for this year's Summer Reading Program! Registration starts May 10 for all ages!
Find more info on our Summer Reading page! Wednesday, June 1 - Friday, July 15 Free program. 
Read Beyond the Beaten Path: Photo ContestTo enter, take an original photo showing how you read beyond the beaten path. Only entries that are unframed and on size 8.5”x11'' or smaller paper will be accepted. Only physical copies of the entries will be accepted. All submissions are due by 8 pm on Thursday, June 30, 2022. Find more info on our Photo Contest page! Wednesday, June 1 - Thursday, June 30 Free program. 
First Friday Family FlicksBring a blanket to spread out on the floor and watch a fun family film at the library in the air conditioning! We'll put up posters for the films in the library 1 week prior to the movie showing! Friday, June 3 | 2:00 PM Friday, July 1 | 2:00 PM Free program. Note: Parents must stay with children for the duration of the movie. 
Tie-Dye Friday!We'll provide all of the tie-dye supplies, you just need to bring your own white cotton t-shirt or another item to tie-dye! The program is open to patrons of all ages. This can get a little messy, so wearing old clothes is recommended! Friday, June 10 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM Friday, July 8 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM Free drop-in program. *First come, first served. While supplies last.* |