Week Calendar

Featured Events

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Book Bingo for All Ages

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading

Age Group:

Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Open

Registration will close on January 20, 2026 @ 4:30pm.

Library Branch: Germantown Hills

Room: Meeting Room (GH)

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.

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

Wits Workout: Comforts of Home

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Workshops

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Registration will close on January 21, 2026 @ 1:00pm.

Library Branch: Germantown Hills

Room: Meeting Room (GH)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshops

Registration requested

Event Details:

Comforts of Home

🏠 Our homes are filled with treasures that remind us of people, places, and adventures from our lives.

A picture of John Green's Paper Towns with the push pin bedazzled.

Diamond Art on Books for All Ages

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Open Meeting Area (M) at Metamora

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes, Literature & Writing, Workshops

Age Group:

Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)

Open

Registration will close on January 21, 2026 @ 4:00pm.

Library Branch: Metamora

Room: Open Meeting Area (M)

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.

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

Hexbug Robot Exploration for Children

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay

Program Type:

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

Age Group:

Children (6 - 11)

Open

Registration will close on January 22, 2026 @ 3:30pm.

Library Branch: Spring Bay

Room: Main Reading Room (SB)

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.

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

3D Gnome Lantern Craft for All Ages

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Community Room (W) at Washburn

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

Open

Registration will close on January 22, 2026 @ 4:30pm.

Library Branch: Washburn

Room: Community Room (W)

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.

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 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Educational Programming, Genealogy & Local History

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Registration will close on January 23, 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!

Baby playing an instrument surrounded by other instruments.

Musical Mornings Free Play

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Family Programming, Music & Performances

Age Group:

Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)

Open

Registration will close on January 26, 2026 @ 10:00am.

Library Branch: Germantown Hills

Room: Meeting Room (GH)

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 traditional St. Brigid's Cross made with dark green Irish rushes.

Discover Imbolc: A Celtic Welcome to Spring

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes, Educational Programming, US & World History, Workshops

Age Group:

Teens (12 - 18), Adults

Open

Registration will close on January 27, 2026 @ 5:30pm.

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:

Discover Imbolc: A Traditional Celtic Welcome to Spring

Learn about Imbolc, an ancient Irish celebration that marks the traditional beginning of Celtic spring.

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)

Open

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.

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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

Open

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.

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Time	Tue (1/20)	Wed (1/21)	Thu (1/22)	Fri (1/23)	Sat (1/24)
10 am					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 LEGO Free Play 10:00am–12:00pm 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 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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3 pm	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 LEGO Free Play 3:30pm–6:00pm 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 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.			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 This event is in the "Everyone" group Family Game Night 3:30pm–5:30pm Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone Benson 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 This event is in the "Everyone" group Library Branch: Benson Room: Main Reading Room (B) Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone Program Type: Family Programming, Games & Gaming Family Game Night Friday is Game Day in Benson! Come play before dinner at Family Game Night! Bring the family for an afternoon of fun with video games on the Wii, board games, card games, or jigsaw puzzles. There's something for everyone to enjoy! 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!
4 pm	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 for All Ages 4:30pm–6:00pm Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone Germantown Hills Open Registration requested 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 Open Registration will close on January 20, 2026 @ 4:30pm. Library Branch: Germantown Hills Room: Meeting Room (GH) 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 "Children (6 - 11)" group This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group Diamond Art on Books for All Ages 4:00pm–7:00pm Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18) Metamora Open Registration requested This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group Open Registration will close on January 21, 2026 @ 4:00pm. Library Branch: Metamora Room: Open Meeting Area (M) 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.	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 3D Gnome Lantern Craft for All Ages 4:00pm–6:00pm Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults Washburn Open Registration requested 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 Open Registration will close on January 22, 2026 @ 4:30pm. Library Branch: Washburn Room: Community Room (W) 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.

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Comforts of Home

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Bling My Book!

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Nano Robot Rally

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Glow Gnome

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Genealogy Speed Round*

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Discover Imbolc: A Traditional Celtic Welcome to Spring

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E-books and Audiobooks

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LEGO Free Play

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LEGO Free Play

LEGO Free Play

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LEGO Free Play

Family Game Night

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Adult Supervision

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Bling My Book!

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Registration is requested for this program.

Glow Gnome

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Adult Supervision

Registration is requested for this program.