
Contact Information
Phone: (309) 921-5074
Fax: (309) 921-5057
Hours & Location
Address:
509 Woodland Knolls Rd
Germantown Hills, IL 61548
Hours:
Monday – Thursday | 10:00 am – 7:00 pm |
Friday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Saturday | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm |
Upcoming Events
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! 🧵
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! 🎉
Happy Birthday, USA!
The United States will celebrate its semiquincentennial anniversary next year. That's 250 years!
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.
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.
Book Buzz
The Book Buzz Book Club is an adult book club, reading a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles. They meet on the second Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm at IPDPL - Germantown Hills.
For more information about previous and upcoming titles, or to join our online community, please visit our Bookclubs.com website.
The Women, by Kristin Hannah
Women can be heroes. When twenty-year-old nursing student Frances “Frankie” McGrath hears these words, it is a revelation.
Library Services
Children's Computers

Computers in the Children's department have educational programs, games, and videos preloaded. Students wishing to use library computers for general internet access should use the computers located adjacent to the Circulation desk. Children under the age of ten (10) must be accompanied and directly supervised at all times by a parent or other responsible caregiver. Please see the Unattended Children policy for details.
Copying & Printing

Copying & Printing is available at all branches. Copy/Print charges: $0.10 per side for black and white and $0.25 per side for color (i.e., a front-and-back black and white copy = $0.20). Oversized copies and specialty papers may have an additional charge.
Curbside Pickup

Have your books delivered to your car! Patrons may call the library from the parking area to ask to have library materials brought to them (within 15 minutes).
Faxing

Faxing is available through an online, digital fax service. Outgoing faxes are charged at a rate of $1.00 per page. The cost to print incoming faxes is based on standard copy and print charges.
Genealogy Help

Reference staff are available to help you find the items you need and assist you with your research. We can help you on the computer and show you how to use the library’s online resources. We welcome your questions!
Homebound Delivery

IPDPL is pleased to offer Homebound Delivery service to qualifying patrons in our service area. Homebound Delivery is available on a temporary or permanent basis, as needs indicate. Patrons (or caregivers) must apply and be approved.
Laminating

Document lamination is available at the Germantown Hills and Metamora branches. Lamination charges: $1.00 per thermal pouch. One thermal pouch can hold a single 8.5" x 11" document or multiple smaller items arranged in a single layer.
Local History Collection

Our staff is available to help you find the items you need and assist you with your research. We can help you on the computer and show you how to use the library’s online resources. We welcome your questions!
Makerspaces

IPDPL offers a variety of creative resources in our Makerspaces, including Cricut cutting machines and a Bambu Lab 3D printer. We also offer instruction programs on using creative technology.
Meeting Rooms

Meeting rooms are available at the Germantown Hills, Metamora, and Roanoke branches. Meeting room reservation requests must be approved by staff prior to use and comply with the guidelines in the IPDPL Meeting Room policy.
Public Access Computers

Patrons may use desktop computers for free with a library card or guest pass. Computers use a Windows-based operating system and connect to the internet. Please see the Internet Use policy for details.
Public WiFi

IPDPL has free public wi-fi available at all branches.
Scanning

Document and photo scanning is available free of charge. Scans are made in color. Items may be scanned to a USB flash drive or can be emailed as an attachment.
Study Rooms

Study rooms are available at the Germantown Hills, Metamora, and Roanoke branches. Study rooms are available for walk-in use (if not previously reserved) and can accommodate up to 8 people. Room sizes vary by location.
Technology Help

Patrons can access additional materials and resources using the IPDPL Digital Library. Bring your smartphone or tablet to the library for assistance with eBooks and audiobooks, mobile apps, and more. Walk-ins are welcome, but scheduling an appointment in advance is encouraged.
Test Proctoring

The Metamora Branch offers test proctoring. Test proctoring accomodations are determined according to the needs of the instructor and on a case-by-case basis. For more information and to schedule a test proctoring session, email Dawn Smith at dawn@ipdpl.org.