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Featured Events

Movie poster for "Sonic the Hedgehog 3".

Benson Feature Film Friday

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm

Main Reading Room (B) at Benson

Program Type:

Family Programming, Movies

Age Group:

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

Open

Registration will close on January 9, 2026 @ 4:00pm.

Library Branch: Benson

Room: Main Reading Room (B)

Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Program Type: Family Programming, Movies

Registration requested

Event Details:

Sonic the Hedgehog 3

Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before.

A picture of a snowy owl made out of a pinecone.

Pinecone Snowy Owl Craft for All Ages

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

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

Open

Registration will close on January 12, 2026 @ 5:00pm.

Library Branch: Germantown Hills

Room: Meeting Room (GH)

Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Registration requested

Event Details:

It’s cozy, craft time! Create a pinecone snowy owl to take home as a cute wintry friend. Registration preferred to guarantee your spot.

Book cover for "Be Ready When Luck Happens: A Memoir," by Ina Garten.

Book Buzz Book Club

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Book Clubs

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Germantown Hills

Room: Meeting Room (GH)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs

Event Details:

Be Ready When Luck Happens, by Ina Garten

For the first time, Ina Garten presents an intimate, entertaining, and inspiring account of her remarkable journey.

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

3D Gnome Lantern Craft for All Ages

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

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

Open

Registration will close on January 14, 2026 @ 5:00pm.

Library Branch: Germantown Hills

Room: Meeting Room (GH)

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 young person arranging Perler beads on a pegged tray.

Perler Bead Art for All Ages

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Study Room (R) at Roanoke

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

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

Open

Registration will close on January 15, 2026 @ 3:00pm.

Library Branch: Roanoke

Room: Study Room (R)

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.

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

Diamond Art on Books for All Ages

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes, Literature & Writing, Workshops

Age Group:

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

Open

Registration will close on January 15, 2026 @ 3:30pm.

Library Branch: Spring Bay

Room: Main Reading Room (SB)

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.

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

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Community Room (W) at Washburn

Program Type:

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

Age Group:

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

Open

Registration will close on January 15, 2026 @ 4:00pm.

Library Branch: Washburn

Room: Community Room (W)

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.

3D Gnome Lantern Craft for All Ages

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

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

Open

Registration will close on January 15, 2026 @ 5:00pm.

Library Branch: Metamora

Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)

Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Registration requested

Event Details:

Glow Gnome

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9 am			This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group Musical Mornings Free Play 9:00am–10:00am Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5) Metamora Open Registration requested This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group 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. 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 "Adults" group Senior Social Hour 9:00am–12:00pm Adults Metamora This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Metamora Room: Open Meeting Area (M) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games & Gaming, Health & Wellness Event Details: 'SWAG' is now Senior Social Hour! This drop-in gathering is specifically designed for seniors and older adults who want to relax, connect, and have fun. 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.
10 am	This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group Musical Mornings Free Play 10:00am–11:00am Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5) Germantown Hills Open Registration requested This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group 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. 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 "Adults" group Knit & Stitch Group 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Germantown Hills This event is in the "Adults" group 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! 🧵		This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group Musical Mornings Free Play 10:00am–11:00am Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5) Roanoke Open Registration requested This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group Open 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. 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 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 "Everyone" group LEGO Free Play and Are You Game? 3:00pm–5:00pm Everyone Washburn This event is in the "Everyone" group 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.	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.
4 pm				This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group Hexbug Robot Exploration for Children 4:00pm–6:00pm Children (6 - 11) Washburn Open Registration requested This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group Open 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.	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–5:30pm Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults Benson 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 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Discover Imbolc 5:30pm–6:30pm Teens (12 - 18), Adults Germantown Hills Open Registration requested This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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.	This event is in the "Everyone" group How to Library: E-Books and Audiobooks 5:30pm–6:30pm Everyone Metamora Open Registration requested This event is in the "Everyone" group Open Registration will close on January 23, 2026 @ 11:00am. 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.

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Sonic the Hedgehog 3

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Be Ready When Luck Happens, by Ina Garten

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Glow Gnome

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Bead It!

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Bling My Book!

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Fizz-tastic Experiments

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Glow Gnome

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Adult Supervision

Registration is requested for this program.

'SWAG' is now Senior Social Hour!

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Food Allergy Warning

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Adult Supervision

Registration is requested for this program.

Knit & Stitch

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Adult Supervision

Registration is requested for this program.

LEGO Free Play

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Adult Supervision

LEGO Free Play

LEGO Free Play

Are You Game?

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Adult Supervision

LEGO Free Play

LEGO Free Play

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Adult Supervision

LEGO Free Play

Nano Robot Rally

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Adult Supervision

Registration is requested for this program.

Glow Gnome

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Adult Supervision

Registration is requested for this program.

Discover Imbolc: A Traditional Celtic Welcome to Spring

How to Library

E-books and Audiobooks

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Registration is requested for this program.