Mother-Daughter Flower Fables Tea: Saturday, October 23, 2:00-4:00 p.m., North Branch. Mothers and daughters are invited to enjoy Louisa May Alcott’s Flower Fables book and watch historian Lorraine Schwass demonstrate dressing from the inside out during the Civil War. Girls 8 and older and their mothers or female companions are welcome.

Noon Brown Bag It Read to Me Tuesday, October 25 from 12:00-12:50 p.m. at the Peoria Public Library Main Library. Adults are invited to listen to stories either about the Peoria area or written by a Peoria or Illinois author. Reading will begin at 12:10 p.m. and continue until 12:50 p.m. at each session to ensure adults on their lunch break can return to their workplaces. Attendees are invited to bring a lunch. Water, coffee and hot tea will be provided. This week: Stories of Dr. George Zellar first superintendent of the Illinois Asylum for the Incurable Insane at Peoria in 1898. He served as superintendent for 33 years, during which time he often wrote short works about his experiences and interactions with those cared for at the asylum.

Talk About Good book club meeting discussing Little Women: October 26, 4:00-5:00 p.m., North Branch. For middle school and up.

Civil War Dance Society demonstration; October 29, 1:00-3:00 p.m., Main Library. The Civil War Dance Society will give a dance performance and demonstration, and may even invite audience members to participate!

Family Pajama Storytime
Family Pajama Storytime will be Monday, October 24, from 7:00-7:45 p.m. at the North Branch. Get ready for Halloween with a not very Spooky Pajama Storytime! Wear your PJs and bring a blanket to sit on – you’ll be ready for bed when you head home! Come enjoy seasonal picture books, songs and activities. All ages welcome. This event is free and open to the public. For more information call 309-497-2100.

Project Zombie
Project Zombie will be Thursday, October 27, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. at the North Branch. Get ready to show off your zombie fashion sense at the Peoria Public Library. Bring your own fresh out of the grave clothing and props; we’ll provide some extras. Make new undead friends as you assemble your look and perfect your zombie walk. Prizes to be awarded for best costume and best walk. For children in grades 9-12. Registration requested. This event is free and open to the public. For more information call 309-497-2102.

Library Trick or Treat
Library Trick or Treat will be on Monday, October 31 (Halloween), from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the Main Library. Stop by the Information Desk on the 2nd floor at the Main Library to receive your library trick or treat goodie bag. For children ages 4-12. This event is free and open to the public. For more information call 309-497-2000