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Child reading to a dog.

Read to Dogs

Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (R) at Roanoke

Program Type:

Animal Events, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Literature & Writing

Age Group:

Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Registration will close on October 4, 2025 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Meeting Room (R)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Animal Events, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Literature & Writing
Registration requested
Event Details:

Grab a book and cuddle up with some tail-wagging friends from WOOF—We Offer Our Friends! These lovable pups are all ears, and they can’t wait to hear your stories. Join the fun and level up your reading skills at Read to Dogs!

 

A hand holding a book. Text: Banned Books Read-In. October 6, 2025.

Silent Book Club Banned Books Read-In

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
All IPDPL branches

Program Type:

Book Clubs, Current Events, Social Justice

Age Group:

Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: All IPDPL branches
Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Book Clubs, Current Events, Social Justice
Event Details:

We’ve teamed up with Libro.fm and Silent Book Club to host a Banned Books Week Read-In in protest of censorship.  Join us and celebrate the FREADom to Read!

Book cover for "This is How it Always Is," by Laurie Frankel

Spring Bay Bookies

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay

Program Type:

Book Clubs

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

This Is How It Always Is, by Laurie Frankel

This is how a family keeps a secret . . . and how that secret ends up keeping them.

A young person arranging Perler beads on a pegged tray.

Bead It!

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 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
Registration will close on October 7, 2025 @ 3:30pm.
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:

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.

Bedazzled book cover for "Out of My Mind," by Sharon M. Draper

Bling My Book for Adults

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes, Literature & Writing, Workshops

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on October 7, 2025 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes, Literature & Writing, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Make it shine!

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. 

Text: How to Library: Using Your Online Library Account. Images: The banner from the IPDPL online catalog website and the app icon for the RSAcat Mobile app.

How to Library: Using Your Online Library Account

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora

Program Type:

Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

Everyone
Registration will close on October 8, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Classes, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Using Your Online Library Account

As soon as you get a library card, an online library account is created for you, but many cardholders never use it.  In this session, we will learn about online library accou

Bedazzled book cover for "Out of My Mind," by Sharon M. Draper

Bling My Book for Teens

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Open Meeting Area (M) at Metamora

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes, Literature & Writing, Workshops

Age Group:

Teens (12 - 18)
Registration will close on October 9, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Open Meeting Area (M)
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes, Literature & Writing, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Make it shine!

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. 

Movie poster for Disney's "Ratatouille."

Benson Feature Film Friday

Friday, October 10, 2025 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
Library Branch: Benson
Room: Main Reading Room (B)
Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Family Programming, Movies
Event Details:

Ratatouille

Ratatouille tells the story of Remy, a rat with a passion for cooking who dreams of becoming a chef despite his family’s doubts and the dangers of the human world.

Baby playing an instrument surrounded by other instruments.

Musical Mornings Free Play

Monday, October 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Family Programming, Music & Performances

Age Group:

Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)
Registration will close on October 13, 2025 @ 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.

Baby playing an instrument surrounded by other instruments.

Musical Mornings Free Play

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora

Program Type:

Family Programming, Music & Performances

Age Group:

Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)
Registration will close on October 15, 2025 @ 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.

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Stories to Be Thankful For

4:00pm–5:00pm
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Washburn
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on November 17, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Main Reading Room (W)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Literature & Writing
Registration requested
Event Details:

Put on your coziest pajamas and join us for a special Thanksgiving storytime! We’ll gobble up fun turkey-themed books, sing a few songs, and celebrate the season of thankfulness together.

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.

 

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! 🧵

Creative Crafters

4:00pm–6:00pm
Everyone
Washburn
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!

 

Stories to Be Thankful For

5:00pm–6:00pm
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Metamora
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on November 20, 2025 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Literature & Writing
Registration requested
Event Details:

Put on your coziest pajamas and join us for a special Thanksgiving storytime! We’ll gobble up fun turkey-themed books, sing a few songs, and celebrate the season of thankfulness together.

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.

 

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! 🧵

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! 🧵

Creative Crafters

4:00pm–6:00pm
Everyone
Washburn
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!

 

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! 🧵

Creative Crafters

4:00pm–6:00pm
Everyone
Washburn
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!

 

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! 🧵

Creative Crafters

4:00pm–6:00pm
Everyone
Washburn
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!

 

Create with Cricut: Getting Started

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Metamora
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 5, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes, Technology
Registration requested
Event Details:

Create with Cricut

Did you know IPDPL has Cricut Makers available for patron use?

Maybe you have always wanted to try a Cricut cutting machine but never had the opportunity.  Perhaps you would like to learn more or simply try using one for yourself before committing to spending the money.  Our "Create with Cricut" classes are the answer!

In each session, we explore a different aspect of the Cricut crafting universe, from designing an original project to creating vinyl stickers, personalized greeting cards, and iron-ons for totes, t-shirts, and more!

Join us for this exciting crafting adventure!

 

Getting Started

During this session, we will explore the world of Cricut, including the various machines available and their capabilities.

Create with Cricut: Paper Crafting

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Metamora
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 12, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes, Technology
Registration requested
Event Details:

Create with Cricut

Did you know IPDPL has Cricut Makers available for patron use?

Maybe you have always wanted to try a Cricut cutting machine but never had the opportunity.  Perhaps you would like to learn more or simply try using one for yourself before committing to spending the money.  Our "Create with Cricut" classes are the answer!

In each session, we explore a different aspect of the Cricut crafting universe, from designing an original project to creating vinyl stickers, personalized greeting cards, and iron-ons for totes, t-shirts, and more!

Join us for this exciting crafting adventure!

 

Paper Crafting

In this session, we will explore the world of paper crafting.  We will design and cut a simple greeting card and scratch using Cricut Design Space, and then use the Cricut Card Mat to create a

Create with Cricut: Stickers

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Metamora
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 19, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes, Technology
Registration requested
Event Details:

Create with Cricut

Did you know IPDPL has Cricut Makers available for patron use?

Maybe you have always wanted to try a Cricut cutting machine but never had the opportunity.  Perhaps you would like to learn more or simply try using one for yourself before committing to spending the money.  Our "Create with Cricut" classes are the answer!

In each session, we explore a different aspect of the Cricut crafting universe, from designing an original project to creating vinyl stickers, personalized greeting cards, and iron-ons for totes, t-shirts, and more!

Join us for this exciting crafting adventure!

 

Stickers

Making a sticker has never been simpler!  In this session, we will create simple stickers from adhesive vinyl, use the Cricut Maker to write and cut labels, and learn how to transfer our finished des

Create with Cricut: Iron-Ons

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Metamora
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 26, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes, Technology
Registration requested
Event Details:

Create with Cricut

Did you know IPDPL has Cricut Makers available for patron use?

Maybe you have always wanted to try a Cricut cutting machine but never had the opportunity.  Perhaps you would like to learn more or simply try using one for yourself before committing to spending the money.  Our "Create with Cricut" classes are the answer!

In each session, we explore a different aspect of the Cricut crafting universe, from designing an original project to creating vinyl stickers, personalized greeting cards, and iron-ons for totes, t-shirts, and more!

Join us for this exciting crafting adventure!

 

Iron-Ons

Personalizing apparel and other items has never been easier!  In this session, we will explore the world of iron-on (heat transfer) vinyl and infusible ink.  Hint - It's not just for t-shirts an