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Save $$ while growing a sustainable garden. We have the 🧠knowledge & we'll share for free. Tonight @ 6 PM @ North Branch, 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
#HomeGarden #MoneySavingTips

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Sorry, but our Little Builders program @ Main Library is CANCELLED today (5/13) due to staff illness.

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SAVE THE DATE: June 2
YESSS! Get your chance to dunk us at the Summer Reading Carnival!
June 2 ~ 10 AM - 11:30 AM @ Lincoln Branch. 🌊
Games, snacks, music & more. Free & for kids of all ages.
#SummerReadingFun #LibrarianLaughs #Kids

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Catch the highlights of the Central Illinois Regional Spelling Bee on Sat., May 23 @ 11 AM on WMBD-TV!
Our winner -- Isa Zaid of Peoria Academy -- goes to compete nationally in Washington, D.C., May 24-30.

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Deadline to apply for our Reference Asst. job at McClure Branch is 12 PM tomorrow, 5/7.
Enjoy creating programs for teens? 😍
Apply here: https://t.co/MHeA0qP6wf

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Sell your happy trees at our Local Author & Craft Fair. RSVP by May 15th if you want to sell your arts and crafts.
The fair isn't until Aug. 8, but we are lining up our sellers now. RSVP here: https://t.co/o6UTDOed3v

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Using native plants in your garden = less water, which saves you money and time. Plus, our pollinators will love you for it.
Learn more from the Wild Ones Illinois Prairie Chapter this Weds., May 6th at Lakeview Branch, 1137 W. Lake Ave.
Free and open to all adults.

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Calling all local authors and crafters!
Sign up before May 15th to be part of our Summer Local Author & Craft Fair.
New EVENT date is Aug. 8th!
Reserve your spot here: https://t.co/we2E8IEGt3

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More NEW jobs at Peoria Public Library! This one is for a full-time Security Manager. Apply by NOON, May 27.
Details here: https://t.co/gUKqghJliN

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Peoria Public Library is hiring for a NEW position: Asst. Manager of Facilities.
Deadline to apply is NOON, May 21. Learn more and apply here: https://t.co/S2QoxR7MII

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Sorry, but we must cancel today's AI Workshop due to staff illness.
Our next AI Workshop is Monday, May 4 @ 2 PM at Main Library's computer lab. Free and open to all adults.

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It's #NationalLibraryWeek and we have a new look! Our new logo represents how we are a bridge to our community -- an obvious reference to the five bridges in and around our city. #BuildingBridges #FosteringCommunity #PeoriaPublicLibrary

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Due to unforeseen circumstances, McClure Branch is closed the rest of today (April 7). Thank you for your patience. Please visit Main, Lakeview or Lincoln branches instead.

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Spring Break is more fun with Avalanche Slime!
Call us [phone] and reserve your spot for this DIY program (ages 6-18) at 5:30 PM, Tuesday, April 7 @ our Lincoln Branch. Free & includes supplies.

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Peoria Public Library is looking for a new full-time manager for Lakeview Branch. Deadline to apply is NOON, April 13. Apply here: https://t.co/08TYbL0S61

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We have our winner!!
CongratS!! to Isa Zaid, a Peoria Academy 7th grader , who had very tough competition today.
Zaid is the Champion of the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee Regional Competition for Central Illinois.
Next, the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.!

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Join us! We're hiring a full-time Reference Assistant at our Lakeview Branch.
Deadline to apply is NOON, Monday, March 23.
Learn more & apply here:
https://t.co/NH5C2sbYWL

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In one week... Resource Fair @ Main Library. In-person meetings with people who can help. Legal aid, housing, transportation, mental health & more.
Free & open to all.
Weds., March 11 ~ 2-5 PM at Main, 107 NE Monroe.

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Into time travel? Take a quick trip via our newspaper archives -- now digitized back to 1951. With your PPL library card, explore to your heart's content from home.

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Have you registered for our Fandom Tea event on Sun., Feb. 22 @ North Branch. Teens only.
Afternoon of trying different teas and snacks. Bring your own cool mug or tea cup. Register here: https://t.co/J5eImfS9IV