The Peoria Public Library has a completely different kind of collection: Explore-To-Go! Explore-To-Go kits contain games and activities for enjoying the outdoors, including items such as yoga mats, croquet sets, cornhole games, and disc golf. Patrons can check one out at their local Peoria Public Library and enjoy them while at one of Peoria's beautiful parks!

The kits are not just for entertainment, as we focus on learning too! Kits are available that include hands-on learning components, DVDs, books, and workbooks on many different subjects. These include but aren’t limited to geology, anatomy, robotics, sewing, electronics, woodworking, weather, and forensics.

• To view the Explore-To-Go Kits, Click Here.
   

*NEW* Stay Sharp Kits

The Peoria Public Libraries now offers Stay Sharp kits free to cardholders at both the Peoria Main and Sunrise Mountain Libraries. These kits are designed to be used by individuals and their families who are experiencing cognitive challenges related to brain injuries, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and other memory disorders. They would also be beneficial to anyone who wants to improve their short-term memory and overall mental speed.

The kits cover a wide range of engaging topics so that users can pick kits that are of interest to them. The kit topics include baseball, cats, discover the USA, dogs, garden, handyman, homemaker, ocean, on the road again, space, and Things that Fly: birds & butterflies

Each kit includes puzzles, card games, books, and other interactive activities that spark conversation and stimulate brain activity. They encourage conversation, multi-generational participation, and memory-making for friends, families, and neighbors.

The Stay Sharp Kits Collection is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State, with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

• To view the Stay Sharp kits, Click Here.
   

How It Works

• Items check out for 7 days.
• Items need to be checked out and returned to the circulation desk. Please do not use book drops.
• There is a limit of 1 kit per family checked out at a time.
• You must be an adult (18+) and use your own library card to check out a kit.
• Please return the kit to the same location that it was checked out from.
• Clean the equipment after use. Please use a disinfectant wipe or wet paper towel. Do not soak the items in bleach or in a soapy water tub as this may damage the kit.
• Please inform library staff of any issues found while using the kit.

Safety Policy

• Only use the Explore-To-Go activity kits for their intended use.
• Parents/guardians are responsible for supervising minor children under their care while using the Explore-To-Go activity kits.
• The City of Peoria and the Peoria Public Libraries are not responsible for injuries that may result while using the Explore-To-Go activity kits.

Content Statement

The beliefs and opinions expressed within the Peoria Public Library and/or the literature, materials, programming and web-content accessed through the Library do not represent the viewpoint of the Peoria Public Library or the City of Peoria.