Library Early Closure Notice

All IPDPL locations that are open on Thursday, May 8, 2025, will close at 5:30 PM for a staff in-service training event.  Branches will reopen according to their regular schedules on Friday, May 9, 2025.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

The IPDPL Digital Library is always open!  Manage your online library account, search the catalog, or explore our e-book and audiobook collection from the comfort of your home.  

Hoopla Service Update

Beginning May 1, hoopla checkouts will be limited to 3 per month for IPDPL cardholders.  This small change helps ensure we can continue offering hoopla to our community.  You’ll still have access to the full catalog, plus a wide range of other digital resources, free with your library card.  For complete details, please visit the Library News page.

Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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Wits Workout: Slumber Party

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

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Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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Slumber Party

😴"Are you sleeping?  Are you sleeping? Brother John? Brother John?"🎶  This beloved nursery rhyme urges John to get out of bed and start the day, but what if he needs more sleep?

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Benson Feature Film Friday

Friday, May 9, 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
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Library Branch: Benson
Room: Main Reading Room (B)
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Family Programming, Movies
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Raya and the Last Dragon

From Disney Animation Studios

Peoria Poetry Club

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:30am - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Author Events, Literature & Writing

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Adults
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Being Positive in Turbulent Times

In times of societal upheaval, poetry has often served as a powerful medium to capture the zeitgeist and give voice to the passions of the people.

Book cover for "The Things We Do for Love," by Kristin Hannah.

Book Buzz Book Club

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Book Clubs, Literature & Writing

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Literature & Writing
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The Things We Do for Love, by Kristin Hannah

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Women comes a poignant, evocative stor

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Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Digital Library

Program Type:

Author Events, Current Events, Educational Programming, Social Justice, Virtual/Zoom Events

Age Group:

Teens (12 - 18), Adults
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Library Branch: Digital Library
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Current Events, Educational Programming, Social Justice, Virtual/Zoom Events
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Join us to close out our fourth season with bestselling author Matthew Desmond in conversation with award-winning journalist Natalie Moore. 

Matthew Desmond is a professor of sociology at Princeton Unive

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How to Library: Let Me Entertain You

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora

Program Type:

Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

Everyone
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Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Workshops
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More than just books . .

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Aloha Adventures Watch Party

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (R) at Roanoke

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Celebrations & Parties, Family Programming, Movies

Age Group:

Everyone
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Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Meeting Room (R)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebrations & Parties, Family Programming, Movies
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Lilo and Stitch

From Disney Animation Studios.

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Summer Reading Registration Begins!

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00am
All IPDPL branches

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Summer Reading

Age Group:

Everyone
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Age Group: Everyone
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Registration is now open!

Play is one of the ways we learn to relate to others, to think in new ways, and to foster friendships - both new and old.  Level Up at Your Library is an all-ages summer reading program cent

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Musical Mornings Free Play

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Family Programming, Music & Performances, Workshops

Age Group:

Toddlers (2 - 6)
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Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type: Family Programming, Music & Performances, Workshops
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Children are invited to a self-led musical adventure, where they can explore a variety of percussion instruments at their own pace.

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How to Library: Unlock Online Learning

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (R) at Roanoke

Program Type:

Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

Everyone
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Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Meeting Room (R)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Workshops
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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

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Peoria Poetry Club

11:30am - 2:30pm
Adults
Germantown Hills
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Adults
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Peoria Poetry Club

Celebrating the spoken word!

The Peoria Poetry Club was founded on January 28th, 1941, and the first meeting was held at the Pere Marquette Hotel.  PPC offers glimpses of creative writing through poetry, participating in poetry workshops, and other creative programs presented by poets and others.  Attendees are invited to bring a favorite poem to share, or just come to listen and enjoy readings and recitations by others.

Meeting schedule:

  • 11:30 - 12:00 - Meet and greet time - Catch up with friends new and old!
  • 12:00 - Poetry Club Role Call - Anyone is welcome to share a poem!
  • 1:00 - Monthly Presentation 
The Peoria Poetry Club is free to attend and all are welcome!

 

Being Positive in Turbulent Times

In times of societal upheaval, poetry has often served as a powerful medium to capture the zeitgeist and give voice to the passions of the people.

Disclaimer(s)

This is not a library-sponsored program.

This program is presented in cooperation with one of our community partners.  Please contact the presenting group or organization if you have questions regarding this program.

 

Book Buzz Book Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Germantown Hills
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Literature & Writing
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Book Buzz

The Book Buzz Book Club is an adult book club, reading a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles.   They meet on the second Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm at IPDPL - Germantown Hills.  

For more information about previous and upcoming titles, or to join our online community, please visit our Bookclubs.com website.

 

The Things We Do for Love, by Kristin Hannah

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Women comes a poignant, evocative stor

IPDPL Local Author Series: Joe Chianakasals

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Germantown Hills
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Author Events, IPDPL Local Author Series, Literature & Writing
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The IPDPL Local Author Series

Did you know that Central Illinois is home to some amazing authors?  You may know a few of them, while other names may be less familiar. Discover the rich literary tapestry of Central Illinois at the IPDPL Local Author Series. Our series showcases a diverse range of writing talent, from children's authors and illustrators to adult fiction and non-fiction writers.  Join us for these engaging events where attendees have the opportunity to meet and chat with local authors, delve into their creative processes, and even get their books signed.  The IPDPL Local Author Series offers a unique opportunity to connect with the talented voices shaping our local literary landscape. Don't miss out on this celebration of stories and the authors behind them.

 

The Central Illinois 'King' of Horror is back!

Get ready for a thrilling experience as Joe Chianakas returns to share his journey through the world of horror and young adult literature!

MTHS Finals Night

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Germantown Hills
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Educational Programming, Genealogy & Local History, Health & Wellness, Literature & Writing, Outreach, Technology, Workshops
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MTHS Finals Night

Join us for a night of studying with teacher help, laptops, snacks, and a chance to win a gift card!