Discover Central Illinois, one library at a time!
Welcome to the 2024 Read, Eat, Play Library Road Trip! We are excited for you to start your journey! We know you will have a great time exploring libraries, rest
IPDPL - Germantown Hills
509 Woodland Knolls Rd
Germantown Hills, IL 61548
United States
IPDPL - Metamora
208 E. Partridge St.
Metamora, IL 61548
United States
IPDPL - Spring Bay Branch
411 W Illinois St
Spring Bay, IL 61611
United States
IPDPL - Washburn
104 W Magnolia St
Washburn, IL 61570
United States
Welcome to the 2024 Read, Eat, Play Library Road Trip! We are excited for you to start your journey! We know you will have a great time exploring libraries, rest
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.
Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue. It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees. Finally, it gives ou
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!
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.
๐งถ 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! ๐งต
๐ง 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! ๐
What was the last thing you did that required your total intellectual focus and attention? No matter what it was, if it was intellectually challenging, it was good for your noggin! Stimulating our brai
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.
Did you know that Central Illinois is home to some amazing authors? You may know a few of them, while other names may be less familiar. Discover the rich literary tapestry of Central Illinois at the IPDPL Local Author Series. Our series showcases a diverse range of writing talent, from children's authors and illustrators to adult fiction and non-fiction writers. Join us for these engaging events where attendees have the opportunity to meet and chat with local authors, delve into their creative processes, and even get their books signed. The IPDPL Local Author Series offers a unique opportunity to connect with the talented voices shaping our local literary landscape. Don't miss out on this celebration of stories and the authors behind them.
Ah, vacations. There's nothing like getting away from it all, enjoying a change of scenery, and maybe visiting a museum. Or enjoying animal antics at a zoo. Or scaring yourse