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This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
All IPDPL branches
This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Break-In Bag: Sports Edition
All Day
7/28–7/31
All IPDPL branches
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Library Branch:
All IPDPL branches
Age Group:
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
Program Type:
Escape Rooms,
Family Programming,
Games & Gaming,
Home & Garden,
Summer Reading
Event Details:
Your duffel bag has been locked by a player on a competing team. Use the clues provided to break out your gear 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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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
Youth (0 - 18),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
All IPDPL branches
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
Jul
31
2025
Thu
Summer Reading Ends
All Day
All IPDPL branches
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Library Branch:
All IPDPL branches
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Event Details:
Today is the LAST DAY to log reading for our Summer Reading Program! Make sure to have your log entries complete before midnight to qualify for prizes!
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This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Babies (0 - 24 months),
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Metamora
This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Jul
30
2025
Wed
Musical Mornings Free Play
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Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group:
Babies (0 - 24 months),
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type:
Family Programming,
Music & Performances,
Summer Reading
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
31
2025
Thu
SWAG: Seniors With Attitude Group
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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.
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This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Babies (0 - 24 months),
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Germantown Hills
This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Jul
28
2025
Mon
Musical Mornings Free Play
10:00am–11:00am
Germantown Hills
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Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Babies (0 - 24 months),
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type:
Family Programming,
Music & Performances,
Summer Reading
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
30
2025
Wed
Knit & Stitch Group
10:00am–12:00pm
Germantown Hills
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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! 🧵
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This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Babies (0 - 24 months),
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Roanoke
This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
Aug
1
2025
Fri
Musical Mornings Free Play
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Library Branch:
Roanoke
Room:
Meeting Room (R)
Age Group:
Babies (0 - 24 months),
Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type:
Family Programming,
Music & Performances
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
Roanoke
This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
2
2025
Sat
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Library Branch:
Roanoke
Room:
Play Space (R)
Age Group:
Children (6 - 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.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
Everyone
Germantown Hills
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Aug
1
2025
Fri
How to Library: Unlock Online Learning
11:00am–12:00pm
Germantown Hills
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Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Classes,
Educational Programming,
Family Programming,
Workshops
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!
Unlock Online LearningFamed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson once said, “I love being wrong because that means, in that instant, I learned something new that day.” Beyond books, the IPDPL Digital
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
This event is in the "Children (6 - 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
Youth (0 - 18),
Babies (0 - 24 months),
Toddlers (2 - 5),
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Germantown Hills
This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
This event is in the "Children (6 - 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
Aug
2
2025
Sat
Summer Reading Prize Party
12:00pm–3:00pm
Germantown Hills
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18),
Babies (0 - 24 months),
Toddlers (2 - 5),
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Animal Events,
Celebrations & Parties,
Family Programming,
Games & Gaming,
Outdoor Activities,
Summer Reading
Event Details:
Celebrate your reading success!Join us for a fun-filled celebration at our Summer Reading Prize Party! Enjoy face painting, balloon sculptures, Reading to Dogs, and more! We'll announce the grand prize winners, branch
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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
Youth (0 - 18),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Spring Bay
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
Jul
28
2025
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Spring Bay
Room:
Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Animal Events,
Educational Programming,
Family Programming,
Literature & Writing,
Summer Reading
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!
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 "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
This event is in the "Children (6 - 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
Toddlers (2 - 5),
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Spring Bay
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
This event is in the "Children (6 - 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
Jul
28
2025
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Spring Bay
Room:
Patron Computer Area (SB)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 5),
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Family Programming,
Summer Reading
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!
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
This event is in the "Children (6 - 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
Toddlers (2 - 5),
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Spring Bay
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
This event is in the "Children (6 - 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
Jul
31
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Spring Bay
Room:
Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 5),
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Family Programming,
Summer Reading
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!
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Jul
28
2025
Mon
LEGO Free Play and Are You Game?
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
This event is in the "Children (6 - 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
Toddlers (2 - 5),
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Spring Bay
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
This event is in the "Children (6 - 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
Jul
29
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Spring Bay
Room:
Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 5),
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Family Programming,
Summer Reading
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!
This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Children (6 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
Metamora
This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
29
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Play Space (M)
Age Group:
Children (6 - 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.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Jul
31
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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!
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