Pekin Public Library

10/21/2026

ONE MORE DAY! We can't wait!!!

10/20/2026

Registration is open for our Nov. 1 LitLoot Boxes! The theme for grades 4th-6th is
'The Case of the Dumpleton Diamond,' and the theme for grades 6-12 is 'Sacajawea.' Reserve your box here: https://pekinpubliclibrary.libcal.com/calendar?t=g&q=Litloot&cid=7327&cal=7327&inc=0

10/19/2026

Check out our interview with Gary Gillis on his podcast, 'What's the Story, Pekin?' and hear about all the library has to offer!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Ar2m1qLzrFmS75Vs8s3xc?si=sWH16kNrQ2WKBjeAwhKWug

What's the Story Pekin? · Episode

10/17/2026

As we continue our "America 250" series, this week at From the History Room we turn to Pvt. Elliot Gray, who served in the Massachusetts militia during the Revolutionary War, then settled in rural Morton in his old age and is buried in Deacon Cemetery on Queenwood Road.

Among the Revolutionary War Patriots buried in Tazewell County was Pvt. Elliot Gray (1755-1841) of Morton Township, buried in Groveland Township in rural Morton. Elliott Gray was born 17 Sept. 1755 in Pelham, Massachusetts, a son of Jonathan Gray (1730-1801) and Margaret (Patrick) Gray (1734-1771).....

10/16/2026

Perfect timing! Our Coats 4 Kids collection barrel was delivered today - just as the temp dropped 25 degrees in a day! Drop off your new or gently used winter gear at the library for the Salvation Army!

10/16/2026

Teens - turn a plain nutcracker into a ZOMBIE nutcracker this Monday at 6:00 p.m. Registere here: https://pekinpubliclibrary.libcal.com/event/17158811

10/15/2026

Free streaming on your smart tv or tablet!

10/15/2026

Does your child LOVE candy? Join us to create necklaces or bracelets from a variety of candies this Saturday at 3! This program is for K-3rd graders. Registration is required at:

Who knew that candy could be a great fashion accessory? Join us to create necklaces or bracelets from a variety of candies! This program is for K-3rd graders. Registration is...

10/14/2026

Do you need a little help picking out a book for your school's Read-a-thon? We got ya! Drop in and grab one of the fan favorites from our display!

10/13/2026

We still have a few spots open for Thursday night's 'Pet Ghost in a Jar' at 6:00 p.m. Register here:

Get in the Halloween spirit and create your own pet ghost in a jar! Join us to design and personalize your spooky companion! This program is for 3rd-6th graders. Registration is...