A summer full of fun, free events and earn prizes for reading
Join us for special events each month, as well as on Early Release Days
At Pekin Public Library, we’re passionate about sparking curiosity and nurturing a love for learning in children of all ages. Whether it’s embarking on the 1,000 Reads journey, exploring tailored resources for educators, or participating in exciting library or school visits, there’s always something to engage young minds.
Tiny Tots Playtime
10:00am – 11:00am Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Listen and Wiggle Storytime
10:00am – 10:30am Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Baby Bounce
10:00am – 11:00am Thursday, June 27, 2024
Whiz Bang Science Show
2:00pm – 3:00pm Thursday, June 27, 2024
Painted Ceramic Fairy Houses
6:00pm – 7:00pm Thursday, June 27, 2024
Book by Book
1. Read 100 books and earn a free book
2. Repeat until you've read 1,000 books and your child will receive a library tote bag!
Are you new to chapter books? Or maybe you're always looking for new chapter book series to try? If you said yes, these books are for you!
Contact your librarian for more great books!
Show your teacher ID and fill out an application at the lobby Information Desk. Takes about 5 minutes to get your Teacher Card!
Teacher Packs supplement your units of study, check out for 4 weeks, and may be renewed. Tell us the topic, and we fill a pack!
Use the catalog to place holds on specific titles. (Holiday books are limited to 5 per card. Please submit this online Teacher Pack Request at least 1 week before you need it.
We welcome your classes to the library and provide bus grants to cover transportation costs.
Your class will tour the facility, receive instruction in using library services and an age appropriate story-time or book talk. Seasonally, visits can include a tour of the garden.
Studying a specific subject? Come to the library for research help. A librarian will show useful resources and teach students how to find books.
Please call the Head of Youth Services, Catrina Klassen, at least one month in advance at 309-347-7111, ext 224 or email cklassen@pekinpubliclibrary.org
Can’t come to the library? We will come to your individual classroom, large group assemblies, or school fairs and open houses. Students will learn about library materials, programs, resources, and cards through storytelling and book talks.
One month advance notice, please.
301 S. Fourth St.
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-7111
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Monday-Thursday, 9.00 a.m. - 8.00 p.m.
Friday, 9.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m.
Saturday, 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
