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Baby playing an instrument surrounded by other instruments.

Musical Mornings Free Play

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora

Program Type:

Family Programming, Music & Performances

Age Group:

Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)
Registration will close on January 28, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type: Family Programming, Music & Performances
Registration requested
Event Details:

Children are invited to a self-led musical adventure, where they can explore and play with a variety of percussion instruments at their own pace.

An open book icon and a headphones icon.

How to Library: E-Books and Audiobooks

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora

Program Type:

Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

Everyone
Registration will close on January 28, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

E-books and Audiobooks

In this session, we will look at the variety of options available for digital materials and explore the e-book📖 and audiobook🎧 platforms the library offers.  

A picture of a blue hexbot which looks similar to a brushbot.

Hexbug Robot Exploration for Children

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room (W) at Washburn

Program Type:

Educational Programming, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Technology, Workshops

Age Group:

Children (6 - 11)
Registration will close on January 29, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Community Room (W)
Age Group: Children (6 - 11)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Technology, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Nano Robot Rally

Join us to explore the fascinating world of Hexbug Nano Robots! These tiny, vibrating robots are perfect for discovering the basics of robotics and engineering in a fun and interactive way.

Baby playing an instrument surrounded by other instruments.

Musical Mornings Free Play

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (R) at Roanoke

Program Type:

Family Programming, Music & Performances

Age Group:

Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)
Registration will close on January 30, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Meeting Room (R)
Age Group: Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type: Family Programming, Music & Performances
Registration requested
Event Details:

Children are invited to a self-led musical adventure, where they can explore and play with a variety of percussion instruments at their own pace.

A large tree with a network of exposed roots. Text: Digging Deeper Into Your Roots; Unlock the secrets of your family history.

Digging Deeper Into Your Roots: Genealogy Speed Round

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Educational Programming, Genealogy & Local History

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on January 30, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational Programming, Genealogy & Local History
Registration requested
Event Details:

Genealogy Speed Round* 

Join us for a fun, fast-paced session covering a mix of bite-sized genealogy topics!

A gnome with a red hat and mittens holding a 3D lantern against a winter background

3D Gnome Lantern Craft for All Ages

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Reading Room (B) at Benson

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Registration will close on January 30, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Benson
Room: Main Reading Room (B)
Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Glow Gnome

Step into a world of cozy charm! Craft a delightful paper gnome, complete with a tiny lantern to light the way through the enchanted woods (or your living room). Perfect for adding a touch of magic to your décor. 

Book cover for "Killers of the Flower Moon," by David Grann.

Spring Bay Bookies

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay

Program Type:

Book Clubs

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Killers of the Flower Moon, by David Grann

In the 1920s, the richest people per capita in the world were members of the Osage Nation in Oklahoma.

A scrapbook with assorted photos.

The Papercrafter's Workshop

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Workshops

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on February 3, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

The Valentine Adventure Continues!

We are still making Valentines, but our focus in this session is on sharing the love!

An image of a science experiment in a beaker causing foam to erupt from it and a balloon on the top of a bottle inflating from the experiment.

Baking Soda and Vinegar STEM Experiments for Kids

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Educational Programming, Family Programming, STEAM, Workshops

Age Group:

Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)
Registration will close on February 3, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Programming, Family Programming, STEAM, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Fizz-tastic Experiments

Get ready for fizzy fun! Join us as we explore the exciting reaction between baking soda and vinegar through hands-on experiments that bubble, foam, and fizz.

Cartoon illustration of a human brain with arms and legs lifting a weighted barbell overhead.

Wits Workout: Two Heads are Better . . .

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Workshops

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on February 4, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Two Heads are Better than One

They say, "Great minds think alike," but for that to happen, great minds need to come together!

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Discover Imbolc: A Celtic Welcome to Spring

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Germantown Hills
Cancelled
Closed
Registration requested
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes, Educational Programming, US & World History, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Due to supply chain issues, this program has been canceled.

The Irish rushes were blocked at customs and returned to the supplier.  A replacement order has been shipped, but will not arrive in time for this program.

How to Library: E-Books and Audiobooks

5:30pm–6:30pm
Everyone
Metamora
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on January 28, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

How to Library

“Step 1: Get a library card, . . .  but what’s next?”

Do you have questions about using your library card?  Curious about all the benefits it brings beyond just borrowing books?  How to Library . . .  is a hands-on guide to exploring everything your card unlocks!

 

E-books and Audiobooks

In this session, we will look at the variety of options available for digital materials and explore the e-book📖 and audiobook🎧 platforms the library offers.  

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.

 

Hexbug Robot Exploration for Children

4:00pm–6:00pm
Children (6 - 11)
Washburn
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on January 29, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Community Room (W)
Age Group: Children (6 - 11)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Technology, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Nano Robot Rally

Join us to explore the fascinating world of Hexbug Nano Robots! These tiny, vibrating robots are perfect for discovering the basics of robotics and engineering in a fun and interactive way.

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.

 

3D Gnome Lantern Craft for All Ages

4:00pm–5:30pm
Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Benson
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on January 30, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Benson
Room: Main Reading Room (B)
Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Glow Gnome

Step into a world of cozy charm! Craft a delightful paper gnome, complete with a tiny lantern to light the way through the enchanted woods (or your living room). Perfect for adding a touch of magic to your décor. 

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.

 

The Papercrafter's Workshop

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Spring Bay
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 3, 2026 @ 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.

 

The Valentine Adventure Continues!

We are still making Valentines, but our focus in this session is on sharing the love!

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.

 

Baking Soda and Vinegar STEM Experiments for Kids

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)
Metamora
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 3, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Programming, Family Programming, STEAM, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Fizz-tastic Experiments

Get ready for fizzy fun! Join us as we explore the exciting reaction between baking soda and vinegar through hands-on experiments that bubble, foam, and fizz.

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.

 

Wits Workout: Two Heads are Better . . .

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Germantown Hills
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 4, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Wits Workout

🧠 Ready to give your brain a workout?  Join us for brain games to exercise your mind and maintain or improve cognitive function and memory, and conversations on some key aspects of brain health - intellectual challenges, social connections, sleep, diet, physical exercise, stress, and more.  Have fun on your journey to a healthier brain today! 🎉

 

Two Heads are Better than One

They say, "Great minds think alike," but for that to happen, great minds need to come together!

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.

 

Wits Workout

Wits Workout sessions are held on the first and third Wednesday of each month.  While Wits Workout is a series, each session is a self-contained, stand-alone program.  Consecutive attendance is not required for any sessions.

 

Sound Bath Meditation

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Germantown Hills
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 4, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

"What is a Sound Bath?"

Sound Baths use the vibrations of instruments, such as crystal bowls, chimes, or gongs, to create a wave of sound that washes through the body.

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.

 

Perler Bead Art for All Ages

4:30pm–6:30pm
Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Everyone
Germantown Hills
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 5, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Bead It!

Get creative with Perler beads and design your own awesome pixel art!  Whether you’re making keychains, magnets, or unique designs, this workshop is your chance to turn colorful beads into cool creations.

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.

 

How to Library: Unlock Online Learning

11:00am–2:00pm
Everyone
Germantown Hills
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 6, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Jobs & Careers, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

How to Library

“Step 1: Get a library card, . . .  but what’s next?”

Do you have questions about using your library card?  Curious about all the benefits it brings beyond just borrowing books?  How to Library . . .  is a hands-on guide to exploring everything your card unlocks!

 

Unlock Online Learning

Famed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson once said, “I love being wrong because that means, in that instant, I learned something new that day.”  Beyond books, the IPDPL Digital Library opens th

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.

 

Perler Bead Art for All Ages

3:00pm–5:00pm
Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Everyone
Washburn
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 9, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Community Room (W)
Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Bead It!

Get creative with Perler beads and design your own awesome pixel art!  Whether you’re making keychains, magnets, or unique designs, this workshop is your chance to turn colorful beads into cool creations.

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.

 

How to Library: E-Books and Audiobooks

1:00pm–2:00pm
Everyone
Metamora
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 11, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Technology, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

How to Library

“Step 1: Get a library card, . . .  but what’s next?”

Do you have questions about using your library card?  Curious about all the benefits it brings beyond just borrowing books?  How to Library . . .  is a hands-on guide to exploring everything your card unlocks!

 

E-books and Audiobooks

In this session, we will look at the variety of options available for digital materials and explore the e-book📖 and audiobook🎧 platforms the library offers.  

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.

 

Diamond Art on Books for All Ages

4:00pm–6:00pm
Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)
Washburn
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 12, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Community Room (W)
Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes, Literature & Writing, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Bling My Book!

Drop in and give your favorite read a glittering glow-up! We’ll supply the rhinestones and tools—just bring the book you adore most and turn its cover into a shimmering masterpiece. 

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.

 

Baking Soda and Vinegar STEM Experiments for Kids

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)
Germantown Hills
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 17, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Programming, Family Programming, STEAM, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Fizz-tastic Experiments

Get ready for fizzy fun! Join us as we explore the exciting reaction between baking soda and vinegar through hands-on experiments that bubble, foam, and fizz.

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.

 

Discover Hygge: A Cozy Lifestyle Workshop

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Metamora
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 18, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes, Cooking & Food, Health & Wellness, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

What is "hygge" and why do I need it?

Scandinavians are some of the happiest people on the planet, even during long, dark, cold winters.

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.