The Pekin Public Library is hosting several programs this week, including some for children and adults. (Photo courtesy of Pekin Library)

JAN. 18

Exceptional Sensory Storytime
Thursday, 6 p.m.
Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.
Free

A story time designed for children ages 3-6, with caregiver support, with exceptionalities who have trouble sitting through a traditional story time. For more information, call (309) 347-7111, ext. 3.

“Singin’ in the Rain” on the Big Screen
Thursday, 6 p.m.
Giant Screen Theater, Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington St.
$10.50

Classic musical featuring Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds. For tickets or more information, call (309) 686-7000.

Small Farms Webinar: Less Common Fruit-Bearing Plants
Thursday, all day
Log on from your own computer
Free

The U of I Extension presents a webinar by Elizabeth Wahle on fruit-bearing plants. For log-on instructions, visit http://go.aces.illinois.edu/WinterWebinars.

JAN. 19

Teen Movie at the Library: “Wonder Woman”
Friday, 5-7:30 p.m.
Washington Branch Library, Sunnyland Plaza
Free

Watch the movie while enjoying pizza and other snacks. For more information, call (309) 745-3023.

Gimme Shelter Raises Awareness of Homelessness
January 19, 6 p.m.- January 20, 6 a.m.
Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson St.
Fundraiser

The South Side Office of Concern will offer the opportunity to learn what it’s like to spend the night in a cardboard box. Proceeds will benefit the South Side Office of Concern and support homeless outreach services and permanent supportive housing to end homelessness in the community. For more information, call (309) 222-2751.

Homeschool Class: Astronomy 101, Celestial Movement
Friday, 1:15-2:15 p.m.
Dome Planetarium, Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington St.
$30

Students will first learn about the Earth’s rotation and its impact on our daily sky and our seasons. The second half of the class will focus on the movements of our moon and the other planets in our solar system! Hands on activities and demonstrations will accompany the lessons. Intended for ages 10-14. For more information or to register, call (309) 686-7000.

JAN. 20

Birds of Prey with Wildlife Prairie Park
Saturday, 2 p.m.
Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.
Free

Animals visiting the library will be a bald eagle, turkey vulture, hawk, owls and a falcon. For more information, call (309) 347-7111, Ext. 0.

Crafter Day at the Library
Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.
Free

Children will use their creativity to make a bald eagle. For more information, call (309) 347-7111, Ext. 3.

Get More Done in 2018
Saturday, 10-11 a.m.
Morton Public Library, 315 W. Pershing
Free

Learn tips and tricks to keep yourself organized in 2018 with an overview of both digital and analog tools and systems that can keep you on track. For more information, call (309) 263-2200.

Peoria Kids Fest
Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson St.
$7; free for children 3 or under

Attractions include Fun on the Run Inflatables, indoor rock climbing, a kids’ activity zone, carnival rides, Barnyard Discoveries and look-alike characters. Tickets are $7 or free for kids under 3 or the Avanti’s Family 4 Pack with 2 adults and 2 kids is $25 and are available at the door. For information, visit www.facebook.com/PeoriaKidsFest.

JAN. 21

David Davis Mansion Mechanical Tour
Sunday, 1-3 p.m.
1000 Monroe Dr., Bloomington
$15

Look behind the scenes at the mechanicals that made the 1870s Victorian mansion one of the most comfortable, up-to-date homes on the prairie. For more information, call (309) 828-1084.

JAN.  22

Morton EDC Annual Luncheon
Monday, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Season’s Gastropub, 149 S. Main St.
$40

Special guest speaker is Johnny Wheat, President of 4B Components Ltd. Johnny will be speaking on Location…Location…Location – the story of a small engineering company from Leeds, England. Also included will be an update on the progress of the Morton EDC’s initiatives and recognition of the 2018 Venture Award winner. For more information, call (309) 263-2491.

Morning Movie at the Library
Monday, 10 a.m.
Washington Branch Library, Sunnyland Plaza
Free

The movie “Dunkirk” will be shown. Free popcorn. For more information, call (309) 745-3023.

JAN. 24

Homeschool Class: Discovering Artists
Wednesday, 10-11 a.m.
Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington St.
$30

Youths aged 10-14 will learn different art techniques by studying famous artists under the direction of Heather Placko. Register by calling (309) 686-7000.

–Tazewell County Calendar of Events Jan. 18 – Jan. 24–