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      This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Babies (0 - 24 months)
               
                      Metamora
                   
 
                  
            
              Registration requested
            
           
            
              Offsite Event
            
           
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
    
   
          
        Sep
      
    
          
        30
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Tue
      
       
      
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          Library Branch: 
          Metamora
         
          Room: 
          Black Partridge Park
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Babies (0 - 24 months)
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Educational Programming, 
                          Family Programming
                       
                          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. | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Toddlers (2 - 5)
               
                      Washburn
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
    
   
          
        Oct
      
    
          
        1
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Wed
      
       
      
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          Library Branch: 
          Washburn
         
          Room: 
          East Lawn (W)
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Toddlers (2 - 5)
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Educational Programming, 
                          Family Programming
                       
                          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. | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Babies (0 - 24 months)
               
                      Germantown Hills
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group
    
   
          
        Oct
      
    
          
        2
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Thu
      
       
        
        
          Baby Bookworms
        
                
      9:00am–10:00am
     
                              Germantown Hills
                           
 
      
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          Library Branch: 
          Germantown Hills
         
          Room: 
          West Lawn (GH)
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Babies (0 - 24 months)
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Educational Programming, 
                          Family Programming
                       
                          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. 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
          
        Oct
      
    
          
        2
      
    
    
      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!   
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            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.   | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Toddlers (2 - 5)
               
                      Roanoke
                   
 
                  
            
              Registration requested
            
           
            
              Offsite Event
            
           
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
    
   
          
        Oct
      
    
          
        3
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Fri
      
       
      
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          Library Branch: 
          Roanoke
         
          Room: 
          Roanoke City Park
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Toddlers (2 - 5)
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Educational Programming, 
                          Family Programming
                       
                          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. |  | 
              
          | 10 am |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Toddlers (2 - 5)
               
                      Benson
                   
 
                  
            
              Registration requested
            
           
            
              Offsite Event
            
           
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
    
   
          
        Sep
      
    
          
        29
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
      
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          Library Branch: 
          Benson
         
          Room: 
          Benson Community Park
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Toddlers (2 - 5)
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Educational Programming, 
                          Family Programming
                       
                          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. | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Toddlers (2 - 5)
               
                      Metamora
                   
 
                  
            
              Registration requested
            
           
            
              Offsite Event
            
           
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
    
   
          
        Sep
      
    
          
        30
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Tue
      
       
      
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          Library Branch: 
          Metamora
         
          Room: 
          Black Partridge Park
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Toddlers (2 - 5)
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Educational Programming, 
                          Family Programming
                       
                          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. | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
          
        Oct
      
    
          
        1
      
    
    
      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 "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Toddlers (2 - 5)
               
                      Germantown Hills
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
    
   
          
        Oct
      
    
          
        2
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Thu
      
       
        
        
          Story Time
        
                
      10:30am–11:30am
     
                              Germantown Hills
                           
 
      
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          Library Branch: 
          Germantown Hills
         
          Room: 
          West Lawn (GH)
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Toddlers (2 - 5)
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Educational Programming, 
                          Family Programming
                       
                          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. |  | 
                                    
  
    
      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
    
   
          
        Oct
      
    
          
        4
      
    
    
      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.   
                                    
  
    
      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
               
                      Roanoke
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      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
    
   
          
        Oct
      
    
          
        4
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Sat
      
       
      
        Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
       
 
              
          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
                       
                          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!   
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            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.   | 
              
          | 11 am |  |  |  |  |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Everyone" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Everyone
               
                      Germantown Hills
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Everyone" group
    
   
          
        Oct
      
    
          
        3
      
    
    
      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.   |  | 
              
          | 12 pm |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Toddlers (2 - 5)
               
                      Spring Bay
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 5)" group
    
   
          
        Sep
      
    
          
        29
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Story Time
        
                
      12:30pm–1:30pm
     
                              Spring Bay
                           
 
      
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          Library Branch: 
          Spring Bay
         
          Room: 
          Garden Gazebo (SB)
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Toddlers (2 - 5)
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Educational Programming, 
                          Family Programming
                       
                          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. |  |  |  |  |  | 
              
          | 1 pm | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Everyone" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Teens (12 - 18), 
                  Adults, 
                  Everyone
               
                      Off Site
                   
 
                  
            
              Registration requested
            
           
            
              Offsite Event
            
           
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Everyone" group
    
   
          
        Sep
      
    
          
        28
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Sun
      
       
        
        
          "Join or Die" Movie Screening and Joining Fair
        
 
      
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              Age Group:
                              Teens (12 - 18), 
                              Adults, 
                              Everyone
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Current Events, 
                          Health & Wellness, 
                          Movies, 
                          Outreach
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Come "Join" Us!Illinois Prairie is proud to present a free screening of the film, Join or Die, from Delevan Street Films. 
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      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
          
        Oct
      
    
          
        1
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Wed
      
       
        
        
          Wits Workout: Roam in Rome
        
                
      1:00pm–2:00pm
     
                              Germantown Hills
                           
 
      
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          Library Branch: 
          Germantown Hills
         
          Room: 
          Meeting Room (GH)
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Adults
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Health & Wellness, 
                          Workshops
                       
                          Event Details:  
  
      
            Wits Workout 🧠 Ready to give your brain a workout?  Join us for brain games to exercise your mind and maintain or improve cognitive function and memory, and conversations on some key aspects of brain health - intellectual challenges, social connections, sleep, diet, physical exercise, stress, and more.  Have fun on your journey to a healthier brain today! 🎉  
            Roam in RomeWhen it comes to brain health, you can't just think about it!  During this session, we will discuss the role of physical activity in maintaining your brain.  Our activitie 
                               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.  
  
      
            Wits Workout Wits Workout sessions are held on the first and third Wednesday of each month.  While Wits Workout is a series, each session is a self-contained, stand-alone program.  Consecutive attendance is not required for any sessions.   |  |  |  | 
              
          | 2 pm |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
              
          | 3 pm |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Everyone" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Everyone" group
    
   
          
        Sep
      
    
          
        29
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          LEGO Free Play and Are You Game?
         
      
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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. 
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            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.   | 
                                    
  
    
      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
    
   
    
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        Sep
      
    
          
        30
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Tue
      
       
      
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          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!      
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            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 "Children (6 - 11)" group
    
   
    
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                  Children (6 - 11), 
                  Teens (12 - 18)
               
                      Metamora
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Children (6 - 11)" group
    
   
    
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        Oct
      
    
          
        2
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Thu
      
       
        
        
          Bling My Book for Students
        
 
      
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          Library Branch: 
          Metamora
         
          Room: 
          Open Meeting Area (M)
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Children (6 - 11), 
                              Teens (12 - 18)
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Arts & Crafts, 
                          Classes, 
                          Literature & Writing, 
                          Workshops
                       
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            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.  
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            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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        Oct
      
    
          
        2
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Thu
      
       
      
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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. 😉   
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            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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                  Adults
               
                      Off Site
                   
 
                  
            
              Registration requested
            
           
            
              Offsite Event
            
           
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
          
        Oct
      
    
          
        2
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Thu
      
       
        
        
          Silent Book Club: Coffeehouse Edition
        
 
      
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              Age Group:
                              Adults
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Book Clubs
                       
                
                          
            
  
      
            Silent Book Club: Coffeehouse Edition Looking for a low-key way to connect with fellow readers?  Join us for Silent Book Club.  There’s no assigned reading — bring whatever book you like (ebooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, even textbooks are welcome).  Friends and strangers gather, order food or drinks, share what they're reading, and settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading.  At the end of the hour, attendees can socialize — or not!  Silent Book Club is about community.  Everyone is welcome, and anyone can join. Agenda for Meetings4:00 - 4:30 pm - Grab a drink or a snack and find a seat.  Say "Hello."
 4:30 - 5:30 pm - Silent reading hour.  Please step away or outside to chat.
 5:30 - 6:00 pm - Share book recommendations or just keep reading!
 Silent Book Club meets on the first Thursday of the month at Eli's Coffee Shop in Metamora unless otherwise noted.  Monthly meetings are free to attend, but we ask that you support our host venue by buying a drink or snack when you can.  Bring your book recommendations or books to swap* with other members and share them before you leave.  Noise-cancelling headphones or earplugs are recommended if you are sensitive to light conversation (we do not have exclusive use of Eli's).   * If you have a book you are willing to share with another reader, please bring it and set it on the community table.  When you are done reading, feel free to browse the community table for books.  If any books you brought have not been claimed by the end of the meeting, please take them with you and bring them again some other time.  Do not leave them at Eli's.  Please do not trade library books.  
 About Silent Book ClubSilent Book Club® is a global community of readers, with more than 1500 chapters in 54 countries around the world led by local volunteers.  SBC members gather to read together in quiet camaraderie.
   
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      This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
    
   
    
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                  Teens (12 - 18), 
                  Adults
               
                      Germantown Hills
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
    
   
    
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        Sep
      
    
          
        30
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Tue
      
       
        
        
          Create with Cricut: Iron-Ons
        
                
      5:30pm–6:30pm
     
                              Germantown Hills
                           
 
      
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          Library Branch: 
          Germantown Hills
         
          Room: 
          Meeting Room (GH)
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Teens (12 - 18), 
                              Adults
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Arts & Crafts, 
                          Classes, 
                          Technology
                       
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            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-OnsPersonalizing 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 anymore!   
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