Veterans Day Closure

All IPDPL branches will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in honor of Veterans Day.  Branches will reopen on Wednesday according to their regular schedules.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Boundless App Update

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Break-In Bags

Program Type:

Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming

Age Group:

Youth (0 - 18), Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)
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Event Details

Can you solve the puzzles and break into the bag?

Available at all IPDPL branches during open hours!

A haunting is happing at Illinois Prairie DPL! All kinds of treats and prizes are being locked away in bags by some mischievous poltergeists!  Solve the ghostly clues to open the lock and collect your prize!

Break-In Bags are geared for readers ages 7+. Younger readers may need help from a more accomplished reader to solve clues and puzzles.