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Mostly fiction titles in this Adult Book Group. Meet the 1st Monday of the month (excluding holidays) at 2 pm, and again at 6:30 pm; attend whichever fits your schedule this month. New members can get a book at the Information Desk.
Book Lovers
Library Outreach - This community group meets every other month at Pekin Park District's Miller Center. Pick up a book at the Miller Center and discuss it the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:30. New members are welcome to join and discover great reads!
Adult Reading Challenge
Join our Adult Reading Challenge! Read a book each month based on our prompt and earn a small prize. Complete 8 of 12 challenges for a special December prize. Pick up your log at the front desk starting January 2nd!
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