Winter All Ages Break-In Bag

All Day
Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
All IPDPL branches
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: All IPDPL branches
Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming
Event Details:

Blizzard Blunder

Oh no! Benny the Polar Bear was gathering supplies for his big winter party, but a sudden snowstorm scattered everything — and now his special surprise is locked inside this bag!

Baby Bookworms

9:00am–10:00am
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Germantown Hills
Closed
Registration requested
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Babies (0 - 24 months)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming
Registration requested
Event Details:

Baby Bookworms

Stories, music, and movement activities designed specifically for our youngest readers!

Babies, caregivers, and older siblings are all welcome at Baby Bookworms!

 

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Baby Bookworms.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

IPDPL programming is not designed to be "drop and go" for children.  Please have a parent, guardian, or another responsible caregiver present if your child is attending this program.  Thank you!

 

Children Outdoors

Whenever possible, children's programming sessions will be held in outdoor green spaces, weather permitting.  Please call the library at (309) 921-5074 if you have questions regarding any possible weather cancellations or alternate locations.  In the event of inclement weather, sessions scheduled outdoors will be held inside the local library branch.

SWAG: Seniors With Attitude Group

9:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Metamora
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Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming, Health & Wellness

Seniors With Attitude Group

Drop in and get your SWAG on! 

This open-house gathering is just for seniors and older adults looking to relax, connect, and have fun.  Enjoy puzzles, coloring, games, good conversation, and a cozy cup of Eli’s Coffee.  Light treats provided.   Come and go as you please - no registration required!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Warning

* FOOD ALLERGY WARNING: Food items in this program may contain allergens, which may or may not be labeled.  Please gauge accordingly if you have food allergies or sensitivities.  IPDPL is not responsible for any health issues that may arise from participation in this program.

 

Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Germantown Hills
Closed
Registration requested
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming
Registration requested
Event Details:

Story Time

Children of all ages are invited to join us for stories and songs, movement and music, and literacy and laughter!

All ages and developmental stages are welcome.

 

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

IPDPL programming is not designed to be "drop and go" for children.  Please have a parent, guardian, or another responsible caregiver present if your child is attending this program.  Thank you!

 

Children Outdoors

Whenever possible, children's programming sessions will be held in outdoor green spaces, weather permitting.  Please call the library at (309) 921-5074 if you have questions regarding any possible weather cancellations or alternate locations.  In the event of inclement weather, sessions scheduled outdoors will be held inside the local library branch.

Popcorn Night

3:00pm–5:00pm
Everyone
Spring Bay
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Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Family Programming
Event Details:

Fun is popping up in Spring Bay!

The second Thursday of each month is Popcorn Night at the Spring Bay branch.  Stop by for your free popcorn, and pick up a book or two or twelve while you are there!

We can't wait to see you!

Paint Your Own Mitten Ornaments

3:30pm–5:00pm
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Spring Bay
Closed
Registration requested
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Mitten Magic

Join us at the library for a cozy, crafty afternoon where you’ll transform simple wooden mitten shapes into festive masterpieces.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

IPDPL programming is not designed to be "drop and go" for children.  Please have a parent, guardian, or another responsible caregiver present if your child is attending this program.  Thank you!

 

Registration is requested for this program.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our staff the ability to contact you in the event of any last-minute schedule changes.

 

Paint Your Own Mitten Ornaments

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Washburn
Open
Registration requested
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Registration will close on December 24, 2025 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Community Room (W)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Mitten Magic

Join us at the library for a cozy, crafty afternoon where you’ll transform simple wooden mitten shapes into festive masterpieces.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

IPDPL programming is not designed to be "drop and go" for children.  Please have a parent, guardian, or another responsible caregiver present if your child is attending this program.  Thank you!

 

Registration is requested for this program.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our staff the ability to contact you in the event of any last-minute schedule changes.

 

Closing

Closing Early

5:00pm–7:00pm
All IPDPL branches
Branches:
All IPDPL branches
Description:

All IPDPL branches that are open on Thursdays will close at 5:00 pm on December 11, 2025, so that our staff may attend our annual holiday party.