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A blue baby dragon in a brown carrying case with sunlight shining through the window.

Save the Trapped Dragon Break-In Bag

All Day 6/16 - 6/21
All IPDPL branches
Program Type:
Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

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!

 

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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!

 

A white, sitting teddy bear holding an open book on a blue background.

Story Time

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Benson Community Park at Benson
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
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.  

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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Offsite Event
Registration will close on June 16, 2025 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Benson
Room: Benson Community Park
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

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.

 

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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.

A white, sitting teddy bear holding an open book on a blue background.

Story Time

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Garden Gazebo (SB) at Spring Bay
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
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.  

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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Registration requested
Registration will close on June 16, 2025 @ 12:30pm.
Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Garden Gazebo (SB)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

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.

 

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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.

Graphics: Decorative borders of assorted game pieces, movers, dice, cards, and LEGO bricks. Text: Play some games? Build with LEGO? Why not both! at LEGO Free Play and Are You Game? Mondays in Washburn; 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

LEGO Free Play and Are You Game?

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room (W) at Washburn
Program Type:
Family Programming, Games & Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Everyone
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 ...

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.

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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.

 

Text: How to Library: Let Me Entertain You. Decorative graphics: App icons for Hobbies & Crafts Resource Center, Hoopla Digital, Kanopy, Libby, Teen Book Cloud, and TumbleBooks

How to Library: Let Me Entertain You

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (R) at Roanoke
Program Type:
Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Workshops
Age Group:
Everyone
How to Library:

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 ...

More than just books . .

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Registration will close on June 16, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Meeting Room (R)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

How to Library

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!

 

More than just books . .

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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.

 

Bright, multicolored puzzle pieces scattered in the picture.

Power Up Your Puzzle!

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Reading Room (B) at Benson
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Power up your creativity—one piece at a time! Customize your own jigsaw puzzle with art supplies and unlock a level of fun you won’t want to miss. It’s time to turn your puzzle into a true masterpiece mode!

 

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Registration will close on June 16, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Benson
Room: Main Reading Room (B)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Power up your creativity—one piece at a time! Customize your own jigsaw puzzle with art supplies and unlock a level of fun you won’t want to miss. It’s time to turn your puzzle into a true masterpiece mode!

 

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.

 

A dragon reading a book surrounded by flowers.

Snuggle Up with a Dragon Story Time

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Reading Room (W) at Washburn
Program Type:
Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)

Tuck in your tail and fluff up your wings—it's time for stories and magical things! Join us for a dreamy night of dragon delights, with fiery tales and cozy flights.

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Registration requested
Registration will close on June 16, 2025 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Main Reading Room (W)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type: Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Tuck in your tail and fluff up your wings—it's time for stories and magical things! Join us for a dreamy night of dragon delights, with fiery tales and cozy flights.

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.

 

An infant with a cloth book

Baby Bookworms

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Black Partridge Park at Metamora
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Baby Bookworms:

Stories, music, and movement activities designed specifically for our youngest readers! Babies, caregivers, and older siblings are all welcome at Baby Bookworms!  

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Baby Bookworms.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives

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Offsite Event
Registration will close on June 17, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Black Partridge Park
Age Group: Babies (0 - 24 months)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Baby Bookworms

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

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

 

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Baby Bookworms.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives

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.

A white, sitting teddy bear holding an open book on a blue background.

Story Time

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Black Partridge Park at Metamora
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
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.  

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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Registration requested
Offsite Event
Registration will close on June 17, 2025 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Black Partridge Park
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

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.

 

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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.

A blue dragon stuffy with a blue background

Build-a-Dragon Bash: Jeremy Dragon

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Patron Computer Area (SB) at Spring Bay
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Everyone

Get ready for a magical adventure! Choose your favorite 15-inch blue dragon, stuff your cuddly companion with fluff (and a bit of imagination!), make a special wish, and create a birth certificate to bring your new mythical friend to life.

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Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Patron Computer Area (SB)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Get ready for a magical adventure! Choose your favorite 15-inch blue dragon, stuff your cuddly companion with fluff (and a bit of imagination!), make a special wish, and create a birth certificate to bring your new mythical friend to life.

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.

 

Graphic: Cartoon boy thinking, "What will I build today?" Text: LEGO Free Play You supply the imagination, we’ll supply the bricks!* Benson – All day, every day! Washburn – Mondays from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm; Metamora – Tuesdays from 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm; Roanoke – Saturdays from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. *Supplied LEGO bricks are the property of IPDPL and are not intended to be taken home.

LEGO Free Play

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Play Space (M) at Metamora
Program Type:
Family Programming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
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 ...

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Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Play Space (M)
Age Group: Children (7 - 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.

 

A white, sitting teddy bear holding an open book on a blue background.

Story Time

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
East Lawn (W) at Washburn
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
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.  

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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Registration requested
Registration will close on June 18, 2025 @ 9:30am.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: East Lawn (W)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

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.

 

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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.

An infant with a cloth book

Baby Bookworms

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
West Lawn (GH) at Germantown Hills
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Baby Bookworms:

Stories, music, and movement activities designed specifically for our youngest readers! Babies, caregivers, and older siblings are all welcome at Baby Bookworms!  

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Baby Bookworms.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives

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Registration requested
Registration will close on June 19, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: West Lawn (GH)
Age Group: Babies (0 - 24 months)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Baby Bookworms

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

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

 

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Baby Bookworms.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives

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.

A white, sitting teddy bear holding an open book on a blue background.

Story Time

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
West Lawn (GH) at Germantown Hills
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
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.  

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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Registration requested
Registration will close on June 19, 2025 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: West Lawn (GH)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

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.

 

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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.

An assortment of art supplies and tools.

Creative Crafters

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room (W) at Washburn
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops
Age Group:
Everyone
Creative Crafters:

Unleash Your Creativity!Drop in and get creative!  Each week, we will have craft supplies and a suggested project to inspire you.  Feel free to make our project, create s...

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Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Community Room (W)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Creative Crafters

Unleash Your Creativity!

Drop in and get creative!  Each week, we will have craft supplies and a suggested project to inspire you.  Feel free to make our project, create something original of your own with the provided supplies, or bring a project from home* to work on in a welcoming community space.  All ages are welcome!

*No glitter, please. 😉

 

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!

 

Smiling friends at a mini golf course with bubbles in the air.

Mini Golf and Bubble Bash

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills
Program Type:
Celebrations & Parties, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Outdoor Activities, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Get ready to level up your summer with a one-of-a-kind adventure at the library! Join us for an exciting day of indoor mini golf and an outdoor bubble party full of foamy fun.

 

 

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Registration will close on June 19, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Celebrations & Parties, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Outdoor Activities, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Get ready to level up your summer with a one-of-a-kind adventure at the library! Join us for an exciting day of indoor mini golf and an outdoor bubble party full of foamy 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!

 

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.

 

Miss Make-Believe is smiling and holding her pig tails.

Miss Make-Believe: The Kindness Show

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills
Program Type:
Family Programming, Health & Wellness, Music & Performances, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone

Get ready to laugh, gasp, and cheer! The Kindness Show is a high-energy performance full of magic, comedy, and surprises—perfect for the whole family.

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Registration requested
Registration will close on June 20, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Family Programming, Health & Wellness, Music & Performances, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Get ready to laugh, gasp, and cheer! The Kindness Show is a high-energy performance full of magic, comedy, and surprises—perfect for the whole family.

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.

 

A green dragon stuffed animal.

Build-a-Dragon Bash: Winston Dragon

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Reading Room (B) at Benson
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18), Everyone

Get ready for a magical adventure! Choose your favorite 15-inch green dragon, stuff your cuddly companion with fluff (and a bit of imagination!), make a special wish, and create a birth certificate to bring your new mythical friend to life.

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Register Now
Registration requested
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Benson
Room: Main Reading Room (B)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Summer Reading, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Get ready for a magical adventure! Choose your favorite 15-inch green dragon, stuff your cuddly companion with fluff (and a bit of imagination!), make a special wish, and create a birth certificate to bring your new mythical friend to life.

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.

 

Cartoon boy thinking, "What will I build today?" Text: LEGO Free Play You supply the imagination, we’ll supply the bricks!* Benson – All day, every day! Washburn – Mondays from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm; Metamora – Tuesdays from 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm; Roanoke – Saturdays from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. *Supplied LEGO bricks are the property of IPDPL and are not intended to be taken home.

LEGO Free Play

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Play Space (R) at Roanoke
Program Type:
Family Programming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
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 ...

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Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Play Space (R)
Age Group: Children (7 - 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.

 

A blue baby dragon in a brown carrying case with sunlight shining through the window.

Save the Trapped Dragon Break-In Bag

All Day 6/23 - 6/28
All IPDPL branches
Program Type:
Escape Rooms, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

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!

 

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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!

 

A white, sitting teddy bear holding an open book on a blue background.

Story Time

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Benson Community Park at Benson
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
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.  

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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Offsite Event
Registration will close on June 23, 2025 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Benson
Room: Benson Community Park
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

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.

 

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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.

A white, sitting teddy bear holding an open book on a blue background.

Story Time

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Garden Gazebo (SB) at Spring Bay
Program Type:
Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
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.  

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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Registration requested
Registration will close on June 23, 2025 @ 12:30pm.
Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Garden Gazebo (SB)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

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.

 

Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our

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.

Graphics: Decorative borders of assorted game pieces, movers, dice, cards, and LEGO bricks. Text: Play some games? Build with LEGO? Why not both! at LEGO Free Play and Are You Game? Mondays in Washburn; 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

LEGO Free Play and Are You Game?

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room (W) at Washburn
Program Type:
Family Programming, Games & Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Everyone
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 ...

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.

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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.

 

A dragon reading a book surrounded by flowers.

Snuggle Up with a Dragon Story Time

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (R) at Roanoke
Program Type:
Family Programming, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)

Tuck in your tail and fluff up your wings—it's time for stories and magical things! Join us for a dreamy night of dragon delights, with fiery tales and cozy flights.

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Registration requested
Registration will close on June 23, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Meeting Room (R)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type: Family Programming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Tuck in your tail and fluff up your wings—it's time for stories and magical things! Join us for a dreamy night of dragon delights, with fiery tales and cozy flights.

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.