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This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Break-In Bag: Sports Edition

All Day 7/1 - 7/3
All IPDPL branches
Program Type:
Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Home & Garden, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

Your duffel bag has been locked by a player on a competing team. Use the clues provided to break out your gear and take the loot home with you. A secret code will be in the bag to help you earn virtual Beanstack tickets for more prizes!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: All IPDPL branches
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Home & Garden, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Your duffel bag has been locked by a player on a competing team. Use the clues provided to break out your gear and take the loot home with you. A secret code will be in the bag to help you earn virtual Beanstack tickets for more prizes!

This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

LEGO Free Play

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Play Space (M) at Metamora
Program Type:
Family Programming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
LEGO Free Play:

Did you know that using only six 2 x 4 LEGO bricks, there are 915,103,765 possible building combinations?  IPDPL has a LOT more than six LEGO bricks, so the combinations ...

Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Play Space (M)
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Family Programming, STEAM

LEGO Free Play

Did you know that using only six 2 x 4 LEGO bricks, there are 915,103,765 possible building combinations?  IPDPL has a LOT more than six LEGO bricks, so the combinations could be endless!  Come to our drop-in LEGO Free Play session to build whatever is in your imagination!   

 

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!

 

LEGO Free Play

LEGO Free Play sessions are intended as an opportunity for children to exercise their creativity using LEGO bricks and pieces.  All supplied LEGO bricks and pieces provided are the property of Illinois Prairie District Public Library and are not intended to be taken home.  Completed LEGO builds may be displayed within the library at the discretion of library staff.


WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD: Standard LEGO pieces are intended and rated for children 3 years and up.  LEGO pieces should not be placed in or near the mouth.  LEGO pieces should not be swallowed as this can present a choking hazard.

 

This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Break-In Bag: Sports Edition

All Day
All IPDPL branches
Program Type:
Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Home & Garden, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

Your duffel bag has been locked by a player on a competing team. Use the clues provided to break out your gear and take the loot home with you. A secret code will be in the bag to help you earn virtual Beanstack tickets for more prizes!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: All IPDPL branches
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Home & Garden, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Your duffel bag has been locked by a player on a competing team. Use the clues provided to break out your gear and take the loot home with you. A secret code will be in the bag to help you earn virtual Beanstack tickets for more prizes!

This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

LEGO Free Play

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Play Space (R) at Roanoke
Program Type:
Family Programming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
LEGO Free Play:

Did you know that using only six 2 x 4 LEGO bricks, there are 915,103,765 possible building combinations?  IPDPL has a LOT more than six LEGO bricks, so the combinations ...

Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Play Space (R)
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Family Programming, STEAM

LEGO Free Play

Did you know that using only six 2 x 4 LEGO bricks, there are 915,103,765 possible building combinations?  IPDPL has a LOT more than six LEGO bricks, so the combinations could be endless!  Come to our drop-in LEGO Free Play session to build whatever is in your imagination!   

 

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!

 

LEGO Free Play

LEGO Free Play sessions are intended as an opportunity for children to exercise their creativity using LEGO bricks and pieces.  All supplied LEGO bricks and pieces provided are the property of Illinois Prairie District Public Library and are not intended to be taken home.  Completed LEGO builds may be displayed within the library at the discretion of library staff.


WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD: Standard LEGO pieces are intended and rated for children 3 years and up.  LEGO pieces should not be placed in or near the mouth.  LEGO pieces should not be swallowed as this can present a choking hazard.

 

This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Break-In Bag: Sports Edition

All Day 7/7 - 7/12
All IPDPL branches
Program Type:
Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Home & Garden, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

Your duffel bag has been locked by a player on a competing team. Use the clues provided to break out your gear and take the loot home with you. A secret code will be in the bag to help you earn virtual Beanstack tickets for more prizes!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: All IPDPL branches
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Home & Garden, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Your duffel bag has been locked by a player on a competing team. Use the clues provided to break out your gear and take the loot home with you. A secret code will be in the bag to help you earn virtual Beanstack tickets for more prizes!

This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sword Up! Minecraft Maker Sessions

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Reading Room (B) at Benson
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Grab your pickaxe (or just a paintbrush) and get ready to deck out your very own Minecraft sword!

Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on July 7, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Benson
Room: Main Reading Room (B)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Grab your pickaxe (or just a paintbrush) and get ready to deck out your very own Minecraft sword!

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.

 

This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sword Up! Minecraft Maker Sessions

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Grab your pickaxe (or just a paintbrush) and get ready to deck out your very own Minecraft sword!

Waitlist
Registration requested
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Grab your pickaxe (or just a paintbrush) and get ready to deck out your very own Minecraft sword!

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.

 

This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

LEGO Free Play

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Play Space (M) at Metamora
Program Type:
Family Programming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
LEGO Free Play:

Did you know that using only six 2 x 4 LEGO bricks, there are 915,103,765 possible building combinations?  IPDPL has a LOT more than six LEGO bricks, so the combinations ...

Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Play Space (M)
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Family Programming, STEAM

LEGO Free Play

Did you know that using only six 2 x 4 LEGO bricks, there are 915,103,765 possible building combinations?  IPDPL has a LOT more than six LEGO bricks, so the combinations could be endless!  Come to our drop-in LEGO Free Play session to build whatever is in your imagination!   

 

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!

 

LEGO Free Play

LEGO Free Play sessions are intended as an opportunity for children to exercise their creativity using LEGO bricks and pieces.  All supplied LEGO bricks and pieces provided are the property of Illinois Prairie District Public Library and are not intended to be taken home.  Completed LEGO builds may be displayed within the library at the discretion of library staff.


WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD: Standard LEGO pieces are intended and rated for children 3 years and up.  LEGO pieces should not be placed in or near the mouth.  LEGO pieces should not be swallowed as this can present a choking hazard.

 

This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Craft and Conquer: A Minecraft Escape Challenge

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

The world of Minecraft is in peril! The Ender Crystal, which keeps the realm in balance, has been shattered. Chaos is spreading across the Overworld, and only the bravest adventurers can save it.

Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Educational Programming, Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Event Details:

The world of Minecraft is in peril! The Ender Crystal, which keeps the realm in balance, has been shattered. Chaos is spreading across the Overworld, and only the bravest adventurers can save it.

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.

 

This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Book Bingo

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Reading Room (W) at Washburn
Program Type:
Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Join us for an afternoon of BINGO fun! Choose a book for every BINGO you win! Books range from preschool to adult, so all ages are welcome.

 


 

Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on July 10, 2025 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Main Reading Room (W)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of BINGO fun! Choose a book for every BINGO you win! Books range from preschool to adult, so all ages are welcome.

 


 

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.

 

This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Spin, Laugh, Read: A Yo-Yo Show with Mark Hayward

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room (R) at Roanoke
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Music & Performances, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Get ready for a whirlwind of fun with world yo-yo champion and comedy juggler Mark Hayward!

Waitlist
Registration requested
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Meeting Room (R)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Music & Performances, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Get ready for a whirlwind of fun with world yo-yo champion and comedy juggler Mark Hayward!

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.

 

This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sword Up! Minecraft Maker Sessions

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Grab your pickaxe (or just a paintbrush) and get ready to deck out your very own Minecraft sword!

Waitlist
Registration requested
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Grab your pickaxe (or just a paintbrush) and get ready to deck out your very own Minecraft sword!

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.

 

This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Benson Feature Film Friday

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Main Reading Room (B) at Benson
Program Type:
Family Programming, Movies
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Movies at the Library:

Join us at the library for a free movie!  Whether it's a classic favorite, a new discovery, or one you've always meant to watch, now’s your chance.  Sit back, relax, and ...

Tinker Bell

From Walt Disney Pictures

Library Branch: Benson
Room: Main Reading Room (B)
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Family Programming, Movies
Event Details:

Movies at the Library

Join us at the library for a free movie!  Whether it's a classic favorite, a new discovery, or one you've always meant to watch, now’s your chance.  Sit back, relax, and enjoy a film that’s sure to entertain!

 

Tinker Bell

From Walt Disney Pictures

This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

LEGO Free Play

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Play Space (R) at Roanoke
Program Type:
Family Programming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
LEGO Free Play:

Did you know that using only six 2 x 4 LEGO bricks, there are 915,103,765 possible building combinations?  IPDPL has a LOT more than six LEGO bricks, so the combinations ...

Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Play Space (R)
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Family Programming, STEAM

LEGO Free Play

Did you know that using only six 2 x 4 LEGO bricks, there are 915,103,765 possible building combinations?  IPDPL has a LOT more than six LEGO bricks, so the combinations could be endless!  Come to our drop-in LEGO Free Play session to build whatever is in your imagination!   

 

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!

 

LEGO Free Play

LEGO Free Play sessions are intended as an opportunity for children to exercise their creativity using LEGO bricks and pieces.  All supplied LEGO bricks and pieces provided are the property of Illinois Prairie District Public Library and are not intended to be taken home.  Completed LEGO builds may be displayed within the library at the discretion of library staff.


WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD: Standard LEGO pieces are intended and rated for children 3 years and up.  LEGO pieces should not be placed in or near the mouth.  LEGO pieces should not be swallowed as this can present a choking hazard.

 

This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Break-In Bag: Sports Edition

All Day 7/14 - 7/19
All IPDPL branches
Program Type:
Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Home & Garden, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

Your duffel bag has been locked by a player on a competing team. Use the clues provided to break out your gear and take the loot home with you. A secret code will be in the bag to help you earn virtual Beanstack tickets for more prizes!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: All IPDPL branches
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Home & Garden, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Your duffel bag has been locked by a player on a competing team. Use the clues provided to break out your gear and take the loot home with you. A secret code will be in the bag to help you earn virtual Beanstack tickets for more prizes!

This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Level Up Your Superpowers: Create a Comic!

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Literature & Writing, Summer Reading, Workshops
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

Zap! Pow! Bam! Jump into comic book action and create your own epic adventure with Do Art Productions. You’ll design cool characters, dream up wild stories, and bring your comic to life—no drawing experience needed.

 

Waitlist
Registration requested
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Literature & Writing, Summer Reading, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Zap! Pow! Bam! Jump into comic book action and create your own epic adventure with Do Art Productions. You’ll design cool characters, dream up wild stories, and bring your comic to life—no drawing experience needed.

 

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.

 

This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Book Bingo

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Reading Room (B) at Benson
Program Type:
Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Join us for an afternoon of BINGO fun! Choose a book for every BINGO you win! Books range from preschool to adult, so all ages are welcome.

 


 

Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on July 14, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Benson
Room: Main Reading Room (B)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of BINGO fun! Choose a book for every BINGO you win! Books range from preschool to adult, so all ages are welcome.

 


 

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.

 

This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Build-a-Dragon Bash: Blaze Dragon

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Reading Room (W) at Washburn
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Everyone

Get ready for a magical adventure! Choose your favorite 15-inch red dragon, stuff your cuddly companion with fluff (and a bit of imagination!), make a special wish, and create a birth certificate to bring your new mythical friend to life.

Waitlist
Registration requested
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Main Reading Room (W)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Get ready for a magical adventure! Choose your favorite 15-inch red dragon, stuff your cuddly companion with fluff (and a bit of imagination!), make a special wish, and create a birth certificate to bring your new mythical friend to life.

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.

 

This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Illinois Eye Center Free Vision Screenings

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Free Vision Screenings from Illinois Eye Center

Your vision is vital for a healthy lifestyle!  Get your vision checked with a FREE screening provided by Illinois Eye Center.

Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on July 15, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration requested
Event Details:

Free Vision Screenings from Illinois Eye Center

Your vision is vital for a healthy lifestyle!  Get your vision checked with a FREE screening provided by Illinois Eye Center.

This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sword Up! Minecraft Maker Sessions

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (R) at Roanoke
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Grab your pickaxe (or just a paintbrush) and get ready to deck out your very own Minecraft sword!

Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on July 15, 2025 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Meeting Room (R)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Grab your pickaxe (or just a paintbrush) and get ready to deck out your very own Minecraft sword!

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.

 

This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

LEGO Free Play

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Play Space (M) at Metamora
Program Type:
Family Programming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
LEGO Free Play:

Did you know that using only six 2 x 4 LEGO bricks, there are 915,103,765 possible building combinations?  IPDPL has a LOT more than six LEGO bricks, so the combinations ...

Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Play Space (M)
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Family Programming, STEAM

LEGO Free Play

Did you know that using only six 2 x 4 LEGO bricks, there are 915,103,765 possible building combinations?  IPDPL has a LOT more than six LEGO bricks, so the combinations could be endless!  Come to our drop-in LEGO Free Play session to build whatever is in your imagination!   

 

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!

 

LEGO Free Play

LEGO Free Play sessions are intended as an opportunity for children to exercise their creativity using LEGO bricks and pieces.  All supplied LEGO bricks and pieces provided are the property of Illinois Prairie District Public Library and are not intended to be taken home.  Completed LEGO builds may be displayed within the library at the discretion of library staff.


WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD: Standard LEGO pieces are intended and rated for children 3 years and up.  LEGO pieces should not be placed in or near the mouth.  LEGO pieces should not be swallowed as this can present a choking hazard.

 

This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Silent Book Club: Nature Edition

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Partridge Park at Metamora
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Silent Book Club: Nature Edition:

Looking for a low-key way to connect with fellow readers while getting your steps in?  Join us for Silent Book Club: Nature Edition!  There’s no assigned reading — bring ...

Open
Registration requested
Offsite Event
Registration will close on July 17, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Black Partridge Park
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Health & Wellness
Registration requested

Silent Book Club: Nature Edition

Looking for a low-key way to connect with fellow readers while getting your steps in?  Join us for Silent Book Club: Nature Edition!  There’s no assigned reading — bring whatever audiobook you are listening to — and walk alone, in pairs, or small groups.   Silent Book Club is about community.  Everyone is welcome, and anyone can join.

Agenda for Meetings
1:00 - 1:30 pm - Gather in the front parking lot on Coal Bank Road.  Say, "Hello."  Share the audiobook you are reading.
1:30 - 2:30 pm - Silent reading and walking hour.  Enjoy the trails at your own pace.
2:30 - 3:00 pm - Return to the parking lot to wrap up.

Silent Book Club meets on the third Thursday of the month at Black Partridge Park in Metamora (weather permitting).  


About Silent Book Club
Silent Book Club® is a global community of readers, with more than 1500 chapters in 54 countries around the world led by local volunteers.  SBC members gather to read together in quiet camaraderie.    

 

This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Book Bingo

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay
Program Type:
Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Join us for an afternoon of BINGO fun! Choose a book for every BINGO you win! Books range from preschool to adult, so all ages are welcome.

 

Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on July 17, 2025 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of BINGO fun! Choose a book for every BINGO you win! Books range from preschool to adult, so all ages are welcome.

 

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.

 

This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sword Up! Minecraft Maker Sessions

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room (W) at Washburn
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Grab your pickaxe (or just a paintbrush) and get ready to deck out your very own Minecraft sword!

Waitlist
Registration requested
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Community Room (W)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Grab your pickaxe (or just a paintbrush) and get ready to deck out your very own Minecraft sword!

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.