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Friends Holiday Basket Drawing

All Day 12/1 - 12/15
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.

decorated gingerbread house

Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 9:30am - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Learn More! (Workshops & Presentations)
Event Details:

It's time to decorate gingerbread houses again! We’ll have everything you need to be able to decorate your own gingerbread house to your personal sweet tooth!

photo of a brownie in a white mug on a red tablecloth

Brownie in a Mug

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Children, School-aged Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a quick and delicious brownie in a mug with simple ingredients for a fast treat for any time you crave something sweet and warm.

For Grades 2-5.

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Friends of Fondulac District Library Holiday Bake & Craft Sale

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
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.

illustration of cat and dog inside a colorful circle heart over their heads

Paws to Read Session 1

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Children, Preschoolers, School-aged Children
Program Type: Special Events, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us as the Peoria Humane Society stops by the library with some furry friends! They will be bringing therapy dogs for kids to read with between 10:00am and 11:00am.

illustration of cat and dog inside a colorful circle heart over their heads

Paws to Read Session 2

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Children, Preschoolers, School-aged Children
Program Type: Special Events, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us as the Peoria Humane Society stops by the library with some furry friends! They will be bringing therapy dogs for kids to read with between 10:00am and 11:00am.

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Friends Holiday Basket Drawing

All Day 12/1–12/15
Children, Teens, Adults
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.

Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop

9:30am–3:30pm
Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Learn More! (Workshops & Presentations)
Event Details:

It's time to decorate gingerbread houses again! We’ll have everything you need to be able to decorate your own gingerbread house to your personal sweet tooth!

Disclaimer(s)

Open Food Present as Part of Program

Patrons will be handling open food as part of this program. The library intends to keep this event as safe as possible but cannot guarantee that food handled at this program has no allergens and has not come into contact with allergens. Please contact the library with any questions concerning potential allergens.

Sit & Stitch (1st Sundays)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
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

Brownie in a Mug

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children, School-aged Children
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Children, School-aged Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a quick and delicious brownie in a mug with simple ingredients for a fast treat for any time you crave something sweet and warm.

For Grades 2-5.

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. 

Open Food Present as Part of Program

Patrons will be handling open food as part of this program. The library intends to keep this event as safe as possible but cannot guarantee that food handled at this program has no allergens and has not come into contact with allergens. Please contact the library with any questions concerning potential allergens.

Make Your Own Zen Garden

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Full
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!

Faux Succulent Wood Ornament

5:00pm–6:30pm
Adults
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a unique rustic ornament using faux succulents and natural elements that is perfect for decorating and hanging on the tree.

Teen Tuesdays - Game Night & Book Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
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 (2nd Wednesdays)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
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

Glowforge Paper-Style Snowflake Earrings

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
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.

Zen Zone

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Kolb Memorial Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

An adults-only oasis of relaxing activities such as coloring and calligraphy tracing (supplies provided). Enjoy the friendly conversation, or just focus on taking time for yourself.

Friends of Fondulac District Library Holiday Bake & Craft Sale

10:00am–6:00pm
Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults
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.

Friends of Fondulac District Library Holiday Bake & Craft Sale

9:00am–1:00pm
Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults
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.

Paws to Read Session 1

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Preschoolers, School-aged Children
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Children, Preschoolers, School-aged Children
Program Type: Special Events, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us as the Peoria Humane Society stops by the library with some furry friends! They will be bringing therapy dogs for kids to read with between 10:00am and 11:00am.

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. 

Animals Present

Animals will be present at this program. The library intends to keep this event as safe as possible. Please be mindful of your needs as the library can offer no guarantees concerning animal behavior and potential allergens.

Paws to Read Session 2

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschoolers, School-aged Children
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Children, Preschoolers, School-aged Children
Program Type: Special Events, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us as the Peoria Humane Society stops by the library with some furry friends! They will be bringing therapy dogs for kids to read with between 10:00am and 11:00am.

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. 

Animals Present

Animals will be present at this program. The library intends to keep this event as safe as possible. Please be mindful of your needs as the library can offer no guarantees concerning animal behavior and potential allergens.

Adult Book Club

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Kolb Memorial Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Author Events
Event Details:

Fondulac District Library’s Adult Book Club meets at 1:30 p.m. on the third Monday of each month in the library’s meeting room. The club is open to all area adults who are interested in reading fiction and non-fiction of all types.

Elf School

6:00pm–7:30pm
Children, School-aged Children
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Children, School-aged Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you between the ages of 8-11? Do you have what it takes to be one of Santa's helpers? School as never been so much fun singing and dance, making crafts, playing games and of course snacks. Come as yourself and leave as an elf.

Disclaimer(s)

Open Food Present as Part of Program

Patrons will be handling open food as part of this program. The library intends to keep this event as safe as possible but cannot guarantee that food handled at this program has no allergens and has not come into contact with allergens. Please contact the library with any questions concerning potential allergens.

Sit & Stitch: Evening Edition

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
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

Copy of Appy Hour

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Adult Services Department
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Computers, & Science
Event Details:

Come explore your digital library! Stop by to get help accessing digital content on your device through our library apps or searching our catalog.  Meet with a librarian for one-on-one tech help.

Teen Tuesday - Special Event! Mug Exchange

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
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 - Game Night & Book Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
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!

FOLEPI Night at the Library: Storytime with Santa

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, School-aged Children, Teens, Adults
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
Closing
Branches:
Fondulac District Library
Description:

The library will be closed December 18 for staff development.

Grown Up Video Game Night

5:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: Fondulac District Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming

Adults ages 20+ are invited to play the library's video gaming systems upstairs.

Sit & Stitch (3rd Sundays)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
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

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