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Story Time

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Family Programming
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 5)
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

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Registration requested
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Main Reading Room (SB)
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.

A cartoon rendering of a theater box of popcorn and a text invitation to Popcorn Night in Spring Bay on the second Thursday of each month.

Popcorn Night

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay
Program Type:
Cooking & Food, Family Programming
Age Group:
Everyone

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!

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!

Wooden ornaments in the shape of mittens painted with a blue snowflake and dots on a white background hanging in a tree.

Paint Your Own Mitten Ornaments

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Mitten Magic

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

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Registration requested
Registration will close on December 17, 2025 @ 5:00pm.
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.

 

A white, sitting teddy bear holding an open book on a blue background.

Story Time

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Family Programming
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 5)
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

Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on December 15, 2025 @ 12:30pm.
Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Main Reading Room (SB)
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.

A scrapbook with assorted photos.

The Papercrafter's Workshop

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
The Papercrafter's Workshop:

The Papercrafter's Workshop is a place to gather for anyone interested in papercrafting of any kind!  Whether you are a scrapbooker, a cardmaker, or someone who makes 3D objec...

Small Paper Gifts

Need a last-minute holiday gift?  Make it with paper!

Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on December 16, 2025 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

The Papercrafter's Workshop

The Papercrafter's Workshop is a place to gather for anyone interested in papercrafting of any kind!  Whether you are a scrapbooker, a cardmaker, or someone who makes 3D objects out of paper and cardstock, you will be in good company with us!  This workshop is open to paper crafters of any experience level, from beginners just starting to seasoned makers with years of experience!

Various papercrafting tools will be available for use for free, including trimmers, punches, and more.  Bring your photos, memorabilia, embellishments, and supplies, and work at your own pace.  Debbie Davis-Peshong will be on hand to guide anyone who would like help!

  • Additional papers or embellishments are available for purchase (OPTIONAL). 
  • Registration is requested, but not required.
  • Contact Debbie at (309) 264-5529 for more information.

 

Small Paper Gifts

Need a last-minute holiday gift?  Make it with paper!

Disclaimer(s)

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.