Library Early Closure Notice

All IPDPL locations that are open on Thursday, May 8, 2025, will close at 5:30 PM for a staff in-service training event.  Branches will reopen according to their regular schedules on Friday, May 9, 2025.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

The IPDPL Digital Library is always open!  Manage your online library account, search the catalog, or explore our e-book and audiobook collection from the comfort of your home.  

Hoopla Service Update

Beginning May 1, hoopla checkouts will be limited to 3 per month for IPDPL cardholders.  This small change helps ensure we can continue offering hoopla to our community.  You’ll still have access to the full catalog, plus a wide range of other digital resources, free with your library card.  For complete details, please visit the Library News page.

Baby Bookworms

9:00am - 10:00am
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Metamora
Closed
Registration requested
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Black Partridge Park
Age Group: Babies (0 - 24 months)
Registration requested

Baby Bookworms

Stories, music, and movement activities designed specifically for our youngest readers!

Babies, caregivers, and older siblings are all welcome at Baby Bookworms!

 

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.

Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Metamora
Closed
Registration requested
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Black Partridge Park
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6)
Registration requested

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.

 

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.

Teen Advisory Board

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)
Germantown Hills
Closed
Registration requested
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Educational Programming, Travel
Registration requested
Event Details:

Teen Advisory Board for Ages 12 - 18

The IPDPL Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a place for area teens to gather, have fun, and be heard!

Join TAB and meet new people, make book and movie recommendations, and tell us what programs you are interested in.  It is also a great resource for completing volunteer service hours.

 

June Program: Universal Yum Boxes - Taiwan

One of the most interesting aspects of travel is exploring the local food during your visit.  While we can't take everyone to Taiwan, we CAN help you experience some