Illinois Valley Library Road Trip runs from April 1 to April 30! Start off by picking up your passport at Princeton Public Library and try to visit as many of the 26 participating libraries and library branches as you can. Turn in your stamped passport (you DON’T have to make it to every library) at the end of the month to be entered in a gift basket drawing.
Monday Night Movies
For April, we’ll be showing a round-up of films starring Brendan Fraser. April 6, 4:00 pm The Mummy (Universal Pictures, 1999) PG-13
April 13, 4:00 pm Bedazzled (Twentieth Century Fox, 2000) PG-13
April 20, 4:00 pm The Whale (A24, 2022) R
April 27, 4:00 pm Monkeybone (Twentieth Century Fox, 2001) PG-13
Please call the Circulation Desk if you would like more information about a particular movie night: 815-875-1331, ext 200. All movies are free and open to all.
Preschool Storytime/Craft
Tuesday, March 3, 10:30 am In Like a Lion with cupcake liner lion
Tuesday, March 10, 10:30 am Doughnuts Pancakes with cardboard doughnut decorating craft
Tuesday, March 17, 10:30 am Green with collaborative green activity
Tuesday, March 24, 10:30 am Family with clothespin dolls
Tuesday, March 31, 10:30 am Bunnies! with pompom bunny craft
Wednesday, April 1, 5:30–7:30 pm Chess Club All ages and levels welcome.
Wednesday, April 1, 6 pm Chicks with Sticks (and Roosters Too!) (Knitting and Crochet Group) Experienced and novice knitters and crocheters are welcome to join in this social crafting time.
Thursday, April 2, 5:30 pm PPL Gardening Group—Indoor Edible Gardens, presented by the University of Illinois Extension Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, you’ll learn practical tips from our Illinois Master Gardener for creating a thriving indoor garden that brings flavor and freshness to your kitchen year-round.
Friday, April 3, 3:30–4:30 pm Read with a Dog Meet therapy dog Cash and choose a story to read with him! In the Youth Services area. (All ages welcome)
Tuesday, April 7 Take-n-Make DIY Tinted Jar Kits available starting April 7, while supplies last.
Tuesday, April 7 WIU Online Health Literacy, 6–7 pm Join Daniela Corrent from Western Illinois University for a presentation on online health literacy. The goals of this program are to serve as an introduction to the topic, learn how to navigate online health resources, convey the importance of maintaining personal health records, and to empower decision making and health communication.
Wednesday, April 8, 5:30–7:30 pm Chess Club All ages and levels welcome.
Wednesday, April 8, 5:30 pm Music Jam Musicians of all levels are invited to attend, or just come to enjoy the performance!
Thursday, April 9, 1–2:30 pm Princeton Caregiver Support Group Altzheimer’s caregiver support group
Thursday, April 9, 3:30–5:30 pm Youth Dungeons & Dragons Junior high and high school. Meets on 2nd and 4th Thursdays. New players are welcome–check at the Youth Services desk for player sheets and more information.
Thursday, April 9, 6–7:30 pm Page Turners Book Club will discuss Peace Like a River by Leif Enger. If you would like to order a copy, you may place a hold on PrairieCat, call (815-875-1331, ext 200), or stop into the library.
Friday, April 10, 3:30–4:30 pm Read with a Dog Meet therapy dog Cash and choose a story to read with him! In the Youth Services area. (All ages welcome)
Wednesday, April 15, 5:30–7:30 pm Chess Club All ages and levels welcome.
Wednesday, April 15, 6:30–7:30 pm Blood Pressure & Glucose Checks In Home Care Connections will be sponsoring free Blood Pressure & Glucose Checks in the Café.
Friday, April 17, 3:30–4:30 pm Read with a Dog Meet therapy dog Cash and choose a story to read with him! In the Youth Services area.
Wednesday, April 22, 5:30–7:30 pm Chess Club All ages and levels welcome.
Thursday, April 23, 3:30–5:30 pm Youth Dungeons & Dragons Junior high and high school. Meets on 2nd and 4th Thursdays. New players are welcome–check at the Youth Services desk for player sheets and more information.
Friday, April 24, 3:30–4:30 pm Read with a Dog Meet therapy dog Cash and choose a story to read with him! In the Youth Services area. (All ages welcome)
Tuesday, April 28, 3:30–6:30 pm ImpactLife Blood Drive REGISTER ONLINE HERE Walk-ins are also welcome.
Wednesday, April 29, 5:30–7:30 pm Chess Club All ages and levels welcome.