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This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Metamora
This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group:
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
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.
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Washburn
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Washburn
Room:
Community Room (W)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
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.
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This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Germantown Hills
This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Baby Bookworms
9:00am–10:00am
Germantown Hills
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
SWAG: Seniors With Attitude Group
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.
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Dec
12
2025
Fri
Library Branch:
Roanoke
Room:
Meeting Room (R)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
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.
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Library Branch:
Benson
Room:
Main Reading Room (B)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
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.
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Metamora
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Knit & Stitch Group
10:00am–12:00pm
Germantown Hills
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Knit & Stitch
🧶 Knit & Stitch is a "loose-knit" group of crafters who enjoy fiber arts and handwork, including knitting, crochet, needlepoint, and other portable projects. Bring your yarn, thread, needles, and hooks, and don't forget a good story or two! 🧵
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Germantown Hills
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Story Time
10:30am–11:30am
Germantown Hills
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
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.
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This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
Roanoke
This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Library Branch:
Roanoke
Room:
Play Space (R)
Age Group:
Children (6 - 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.
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Spring Bay
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Story Time
12:30pm–1:30pm
Spring Bay
Library Branch:
Spring Bay
Room:
Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
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.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
How to Library: E-Books and Audiobooks
Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Classes,
Educational Programming,
Family Programming,
Workshops
Event Details:
How to Library
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 AudiobooksIn 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.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
LEGO Free Play and Are You Game?
Library Branch:
Washburn
Room:
Community Room (W)
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Family Programming,
Games & Gaming,
STEAM
Event Details:
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!
Are You Game?Bring your friends and family to the library for some tabletop gaming fun! Explore the library’s collection of games, or bring your own family-friendly favorites to share.
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.
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This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
Metamora
This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Play Space (M)
Age Group:
Children (6 - 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.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
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!
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
IPDPL Board of Trustees Meeting
Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Board of Trustees
Board Meetings
Illinois Prairie District Public Library is governed by an elected Board of Trustees. The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees occurs on the second Tuesday of each month, at 4:00 pm CST/CDT, at IPDPL - Metamora, unless otherwise noted. Agendas and Meeting Minutes are available on the Library website. In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, all Board Meetings are open to the public. Anyone wishing to address the Board during the Public Comments portion of the meeting should check in with the Board Secretary prior to the meeting being called to order. Speakers must be recognized prior to speaking. Their comments will be limited to five (5) minutes. Speakers are encouraged to be brief. The Public Comments portion of the meeting shall not exceed thirty (30) minutes in total.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
Washburn
Room:
Community Room (W)
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Family Programming,
Workshops
Creative Crafters
Unleash Your Creativity!Drop in and get creative! Each week, we will have craft supplies and a suggested project to inspire you. Feel free to make our project, create something original of your own with the provided supplies, or bring a project from home* to work on in a welcoming community space. All ages are welcome!
*No glitter, please. 😉
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!
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This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
Germantown Hills
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Discover Hygge: A Cozy Lifestyle Workshop
5:30pm–6:30pm
Germantown Hills
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Classes,
Cooking & Food,
Health & Wellness,
Workshops
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.
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