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Friends Holiday Basket Drawing

All Day 12/1 - 12/15
Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

The Friends of Fondulac District Library sponsor an annual drawing for one of three gift baskets full of holiday fun for the whole family, including gift cards! Stop by FDL December 1 to 15 to enter. Winners will be selected December 16.

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

The Friends of Fondulac District Library sponsor an annual drawing for one of three gift baskets full of holiday fun for the whole family, including gift cards! Stop by FDL December 1 to 15 to enter. Winners will be selected December 16.

Zen Gardens

Make Your Own Zen Garden

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Make your own holly jolly Zen Garden right before the holidays. Or any other design you want! We’ll be making and decorating a Zen Garden in this activity. Be prepared to play with sand!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make your own holly jolly Zen Garden right before the holidays. Or any other design you want! We’ll be making and decorating a Zen Garden in this activity. Be prepared to play with sand!

Teen Tuesdays on purple background

Teen Tuesdays - Game Night & Book Club

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Space at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Book & Author Events, Gaming, Music & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Tuesday:

Join us on Teen Tuesdays to play games (video games and/or tabletop RPGs), drink soda, and discuss books or manga!

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book & Author Events, Gaming, Music & Movies

Join us on Teen Tuesdays to play games (video games and/or tabletop RPGs), drink soda, and discuss books or manga!

Sit & Stitch

Sit & Stitch (2nd Wednesdays)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kolb Memorial Conference Room at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Sit & Stitch with others at the library.  Share ideas and skills while making new friends.  Bring your own counted cross stitch, quilting, applique, knitting or crochet projects and supplies.  This is not an instr

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Kolb Memorial Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Sit & Stitch with others at the library.  Share ideas and skills while making new friends.  Bring your own counted cross stitch, quilting, applique, knitting or crochet projects and supplies.  This is not an instr

Paper snowflake-style earrings

Glowforge Paper-Style Snowflake Earrings

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Story & Craft Room at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology, Computers, & Science
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Get into the winter spirit with a set of laser cut snowflake earrings.  We will add the hardware with jewelry tools at the program.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology, Computers, & Science
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get into the winter spirit with a set of laser cut snowflake earrings.  We will add the hardware with jewelry tools at the program.

photo of cookies on a plate next to a jar of red candy with Friends of Fondulac Library logo

Friends of Fondulac District Library Holiday Bake & Craft Sale

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Civic Complex Atrium at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library, Special Events
Age Group:
Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults

Join the Friends of the Library for their annual Craft and Bake sale! They will have delicious homemade treats and craft items that make great holiday gifts.

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Civic Complex Atrium
Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library, Special Events
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library for their annual Craft and Bake sale! They will have delicious homemade treats and craft items that make great holiday gifts.

photo of cookies on a plate next to a jar of red candy with Friends of Fondulac Library logo

Friends of Fondulac District Library Holiday Bake & Craft Sale

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Civic Complex Atrium at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library, Special Events
Age Group:
Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults

Join the Friends of the Library for their annual Craft and Bake sale! They will have delicious homemade treats and craft items that make great holiday gifts.

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Civic Complex Atrium
Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library, Special Events
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library for their annual Craft and Bake sale! They will have delicious homemade treats and craft items that make great holiday gifts.

spool of thread & ball of yarn

Sit & Stitch: Evening Edition

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kolb Memorial Conference Room at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Sit & Stitch…at NIGHT!  One Monday night each month, share ideas and skills while making new friends.  Bring your own counted cross stitch, quilting, applique, knitting or crochet projects and supplies.  This is n

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Kolb Memorial Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Sit & Stitch…at NIGHT!  One Monday night each month, share ideas and skills while making new friends.  Bring your own counted cross stitch, quilting, applique, knitting or crochet projects and supplies.  This is n

Teen Tuesday - Special Event! Mug Exchange

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
OTHER- Please see event description. at Fondulac District Library
Age Group:
Teens

Got any mugs that aren't getting used? Trade them with fellow teens to get mugs that are new and exciting, right in time for hot-cocoa season! 

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: OTHER- Please see event description.
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Got any mugs that aren't getting used? Trade them with fellow teens to get mugs that are new and exciting, right in time for hot-cocoa season! 

Teen Tuesdays on purple background

Teen Tuesdays - Game Night & Book Club

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Space at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Book & Author Events, Gaming, Music & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Tuesday:

Join us on Teen Tuesdays to play games (video games and/or tabletop RPGs), drink soda, and discuss books or manga!

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book & Author Events, Gaming, Music & Movies

Join us on Teen Tuesdays to play games (video games and/or tabletop RPGs), drink soda, and discuss books or manga!

Santa Claus

FOLEPI Night at the Library: Storytime with Santa

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults

Join Santa for a special story and make sure to have your camera ready! All kids will get the opportunity for a visit and photo with Santa, Folepi the toy soldier, the Festival of Lights Queen, and other special guests!

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Join Santa for a special story and make sure to have your camera ready! All kids will get the opportunity for a visit and photo with Santa, Folepi the toy soldier, the Festival of Lights Queen, and other special guests!

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Fondulac District Library

The library will be closed December 18 for staff development.The library's online services are always available 24/7 at fondulaclibrary.org. Stream a movie or music, download ...

Closing
Branches:
Fondulac District Library
Description:

The library will be closed December 18 for staff development.

spool of thread and ball of yarn

Sit & Stitch (3rd Sundays)

Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kolb Memorial Conference Room at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Sit & Stitch with others at the library.  Share ideas and skills while making new friends.  Bring your own counted cross stitch, quilting, applique, knitting or crochet projects and supplies.  This is not an instr

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Kolb Memorial Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Sit & Stitch with others at the library.  Share ideas and skills while making new friends.  Bring your own counted cross stitch, quilting, applique, knitting or crochet projects and supplies.  This is not an instr

Teen Tuesdays on purple background

Teen Tuesdays - Game Night & Book Club

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Space at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Book & Author Events, Gaming, Music & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Tuesday:

Join us on Teen Tuesdays to play games (video games and/or tabletop RPGs), drink soda, and discuss books or manga!

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book & Author Events, Gaming, Music & Movies

Join us on Teen Tuesdays to play games (video games and/or tabletop RPGs), drink soda, and discuss books or manga!

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Fondulac District Library

The library's online services are always available 24/7 at fondulaclibrary.org. Stream a movie or music, download eBooks and audiobooks, access your account to place holds or ...

Closing
Branches:
Fondulac District Library
Description:

The library's online services are always available 24/7 at fondulaclibrary.org.

Teen Tuesdays on purple background

Teen Tuesdays - Game Night & Book Club

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Space at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Book & Author Events, Gaming, Music & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Tuesday:

Join us on Teen Tuesdays to play games (video games and/or tabletop RPGs), drink soda, and discuss books or manga!

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book & Author Events, Gaming, Music & Movies

Join us on Teen Tuesdays to play games (video games and/or tabletop RPGs), drink soda, and discuss books or manga!

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Fondulac District Library

The library's online services are always available 24/7 at fondulaclibrary.org. Stream a movie or music, download eBooks and audiobooks, access your account to place holds or ...

Closing
Branches:
Fondulac District Library
Description:

The library's online services are always available 24/7 at fondulaclibrary.org.

Sit & Stitch

Sit & Stitch (1st Sundays)

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kolb Memorial Conference Room at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Sit & Stitch with others at the library.  Share ideas and skills while making new friends.  Bring your own counted cross stitch, quilting, applique, knitting or crochet projects and supplies.  This is not an instr

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Kolb Memorial Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Sit & Stitch with others at the library.  Share ideas and skills while making new friends.  Bring your own counted cross stitch, quilting, applique, knitting or crochet projects and supplies.  This is not an instr

Teen Tuesdays on purple background

Teen Tuesdays - Game Night & Book Club

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Space at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Book & Author Events, Gaming, Music & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Tuesday:

Join us on Teen Tuesdays to play games (video games and/or tabletop RPGs), drink soda, and discuss books or manga!

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book & Author Events, Gaming, Music & Movies

Join us on Teen Tuesdays to play games (video games and/or tabletop RPGs), drink soda, and discuss books or manga!

spool of thread & ball of yarn

Sit & Stitch: Evening Edition

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kolb Memorial Conference Room at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Sit & Stitch…at NIGHT!  One Monday night each month, share ideas and skills while making new friends.  Bring your own counted cross stitch, quilting, applique, knitting or crochet projects and supplies.  This is n

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Kolb Memorial Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Sit & Stitch…at NIGHT!  One Monday night each month, share ideas and skills while making new friends.  Bring your own counted cross stitch, quilting, applique, knitting or crochet projects and supplies.  This is n

Teen Tuesdays on purple background

Teen Tuesdays - Game Night & Book Club

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Space at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Book & Author Events, Gaming, Music & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Tuesday:

Join us on Teen Tuesdays to play games (video games and/or tabletop RPGs), drink soda, and discuss books or manga!

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book & Author Events, Gaming, Music & Movies

Join us on Teen Tuesdays to play games (video games and/or tabletop RPGs), drink soda, and discuss books or manga!

Sit & Stitch

Sit & Stitch (2nd Wednesdays)

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kolb Memorial Conference Room at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Sit & Stitch with others at the library.  Share ideas and skills while making new friends.  Bring your own counted cross stitch, quilting, applique, knitting or crochet projects and supplies.  This is not an instr

Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Kolb Memorial Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Sit & Stitch with others at the library.  Share ideas and skills while making new friends.  Bring your own counted cross stitch, quilting, applique, knitting or crochet projects and supplies.  This is not an instr

Eco Iron On Canvas Pouch

Iron-on Canvas Book Decal Bags

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Story & Craft Room at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology, Computers, & Science
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Make a canvas pouch for book lovers! Each participant will be given a 9X7 in canvas pouch and one book decal made with Glowforge Eco-Iron On materials.  We will use multiple irons during this program.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology, Computers, & Science
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a canvas pouch for book lovers! Each participant will be given a 9X7 in canvas pouch and one book decal made with Glowforge Eco-Iron On materials.  We will use multiple irons during this program.

Family Field Trip: Pettengill-Morron House Museum

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
OTHER- Please see event description. at Fondulac District Library
Program Type:
Out & About
Age Group:
Children, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults

The Pettengill-Morron House was built in 1868 in Peoria’s historic West Bluff neighborhood for businessman and social reformer Moses Pettengill (1802-1883).

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: OTHER- Please see event description.
Age Group: Children, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Out & About
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Pettengill-Morron House was built in 1868 in Peoria’s historic West Bluff neighborhood for businessman and social reformer Moses Pettengill (1802-1883).

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Offsite Program

This program is not taking place at the library. Please see the program description for an address. Patrons must provide their own transportation to this program.

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