Beanstack Outage

The platform that hosts the Beanstack website and app, along with thousands of other websites and apps worldwide, is suffering an outage.  As a result, Beanstack may be unavailable or slow to load. 

You can download and print a copy of our Paper Reading Log to track your reading until this issue is resolved.  If you have any questions, please reach out to us!  We are happy to help!

Level Up at Your Library is Here!

Our annual Summer Reading Program has officially begun!  IPDPL offers three different summer reading challenges so readers can choose the challenge that best suits them:

  • Read to Me: for beginning and emerging readers (reading goal = 50 books)
  • Casual Readers: for busy readers without a lot of time (reading goal = 25 hours)
  • Avid Readers: for passionate readers who are all in (reading goal = 50 hours)

Head to Beanstack online or the Beanstack Tracker app on your device to join the program and choose your challenge!

Adults

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Adult Events

This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Save the Trapped Dragon Break-In Bag

All Day 6/9–6/14
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
All IPDPL branches
Offsite Event
Library Branch: All IPDPL branches
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Event Details:

A baby dragon is trapped in the bag! Use the clues provided to help it escape and take the loot home with you. A secret code will be in the bag to help you earn virtual Beanstack tickets for more prizes!

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knit & Stitch Group

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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! 🧵

This event is in the "Children (7 - 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

Craft and Conquer: A Minecraft Escape Challenge

3:00pm–7:15pm
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Metamora
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Educational Programming, Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Event Details:

The world of Minecraft is in peril! The Ender Crystal, which keeps the realm in balance, has been shattered. Chaos is spreading across the Overworld, and only the bravest adventurers can save it.

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 "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

4:00pm–5:30pm
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Germantown Hills
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on June 11, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
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 "Adults" group

SWAG: Seniors With Attitude Group

9:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Metamora
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.

 

This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group
This event is in the "Children (7 - 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

Bradley Demo Crew

3:00pm–4:00pm
Youth (0 - 18), Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Roanoke
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on June 12, 2025 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Meeting Room (R)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Music & Performances, Summer Reading, Technology
Registration requested
Event Details:

Level Up with Chemistry! Get ready for an electrifying science show as the Bradley Demo Crew from Bradley University brings chemistry to life! Enjoy thrilling experiments—from bubbling reactions to fiery displays—that make learning fun.

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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