JAN.  19

 

Chapter Chatters Book Club Meets

Thursday, 3:30 p.m.

Morton Public Library, 315 W. Pershing

Free

Youth aged 9-12 will discuss the book “The Westing Game” by Ellen Raskin. For more information, call (309) 263-2200.

 

JAN.  20

 

Teen Tech Codecademy

Friday, 4 p.m.

Morton Library, 315 W. Pershing

Free; registration requested

Teens in grades 7-12 can learn several programming languages. Participants should bring a laptop computer with them. For more information, call (309) 263-2200.

 

Howlin’ on the Water

Friday, 6-11 p.m.

The Waterhouse’s Ballroom, 316 SW Washington St., Peoria

$40 plus tax

Enjoy dinner and the Dueling Pianos. For more information, call (309) 494-9100.

 

Teen Movie Night at the Library

Friday, 5-7 p.m.

Sunnyland Branch, Sunnyland Plaza

Free

Young people from 6-12 will watch “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children.” Pizza and other snacks provided. For more information, call (309)745-3023.

 

Healthcare Insurance Navigator Event

Friday, 9-11:30 a.m.

Pekin Hospital, 600 S. 13th St.

Free

The insurance navigator will help you find the right plan at the right price. Event will also be held on Jan. 23 at 8 a.m. and noon; Tuesday at 11 a.m. and Wednesday at 9 a.m. For more information, call (309) 347-1151.

 

Impromptu Teen Activity at the Library

Friday, 4-5 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.

Free

The event could be a movie, craft, game, or entertainment. For more information, call (309) 347-7111.

 

Terry Grawey – Hypnohumorist

Friday, 6-10:30 p.m.

The Waterhouse’s Broadway Lounge, 316 SW Washington, Peoria

$11

Local entertainer Terry Grawey entertains with hypnotism.  For more information, call (309) 494-9100.

 

JAN.  21

 

Shopkins Trading Party

Saturday, 10:30 a.m.

Morton Library, 315 W. Pershing

Free

Young people can bring their Shopkins characters to trade with other collectors. For more information, call (309) 263-2200.

 

Birds of Prey from Wildlife Prairie Park at the Library

Saturday, 2-3 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.

Free

Birds of prey that are expected to be present include a bald eagle, turkey vulture, hawk, owls and a falcon. For more information, call (309) 347-7111, Ext. 0.

 

JAN.  23

 

Lego Club at Morton Library

Monday, 3 p.m.

315 W. Pershing

Free

Kids aged 6-12 will share their building skills in a small group setting. For more information, call (309) 263-2200.

 

Home School Class: World Mythology

Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.

The class will explore ancient stories that are told all over the globe. For more information, call (309) 347-7111, ext. 3.

 

Masterpiece Mondays

Monday, 4-5:30 p.m.

Pekin High School Art Room, 1903 Court St.

$99

Classes will teach youth aged 6-18 zentangle, scratchboard, collagraph rubbings, etc. For more information, call (309) 347-7275.

 

JAN.  24

 

Starting a Business in Illinois

Tuesday, 3-6 p.m.

Fondulac Bank, 201 Clock Tower Drive, E. Peoria

Free

A workshop for individuals who want to start their own small businesses. For more information, call (309) 677-2992.

 

GEMS Girls’ Science Club

Tuesday, 4:30 p.m.

Morton Library, 315 W. Pershing

Free

Girls Excelling in Math and Science in grades 4-7 will work together to build a catapult and participate in a Marshmallow Challenge. Register by calling, (309) 263-2200.

 

STEM Adventures for Grades 3-6

Tuesday, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.

Free

Adventures in science, technology, engineering and mathematics will concentrate on Legos this session. Register by calling (309) 347-7111, Ext. 3.

 

JAN.  25

 

Team Trivia and Open Stage Night at Limelight

Wednesday, 5-11 p.m.

Limelight Eventplex, 8102 N. University St., Peoria

Free admission and free to play! Drink Specials and some great local talent. For more information, call (309) 693-1234.

 

 

 

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