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This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group.
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Metamora
Closed
Registration
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group.
May
9
2023
Tue
Baby Bookworms
9:00am - 10:00am
Metamora
Closed
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Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Black Partridge Park
Age Group:
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Baby Bookworms
Stories, music, and movement activities designed specifically for our youngest readers!
Babies, caregivers, and older siblings are all welcome at Baby Bookworms!
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.
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Washburn
Closed
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
May
10
2023
Wed
Story Time
9:30am - 10:30am
Washburn
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Washburn
Room:
East Lawn (W)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type:
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group.
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Germantown Hills
Closed
This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group.
May
11
2023
Thu
Baby Bookworms
9:00am - 10:00am
Germantown Hills
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
West Lawn (GH)
Age Group:
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Program Type:
,
Family Programming,
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Baby Bookworms
Stories, music, and movement activities designed specifically for our youngest readers!
Babies, caregivers, and older siblings are all welcome at Baby Bookworms!
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.
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Roanoke
Closed
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
May
12
2023
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Roanoke
Room:
Meeting Room (R)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type:
Family Programming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
54
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.
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.
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Germantown Hills
May
8
2023
Mon
Moms for America Book Discussion Group
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Study Room A (GH)
Purpose of Meeting
This book discussion group will focus on The 5000 Year Leap. For more information, please contact Liz Ackerman at (719) 725-4940.
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Benson
Closed
Registration
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
May
8
2023
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Benson
Room:
Benson Community Park
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type:
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Metamora
Closed
Registration
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
May
9
2023
Tue
Story Time
10:30am - 11:30am
Metamora
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Black Partridge Park
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Germantown Hills
Closed
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
May
11
2023
Thu
Story Time
10:30am - 11:30am
Germantown Hills
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
West Lawn (GH)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type:
,
Family Programming,
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Germantown Hills
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
8
2023
Mon
Summer Home Energy Efficiency
11:00am - 12:00pm
Germantown Hills
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Home & Garden,
Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
40
Event Details:
When the temperature goes high, learn how to keep your summer utility bills low with energy efficiency tips from Ameren Illinois.
Ameren Illinois is committed to helping customers use less energy and spend less. This program will f
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Spring Bay
Closed
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
May
11
2023
Thu
Story Time
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Spring Bay
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Spring Bay
Room:
Spring Bay Butterfly Garden
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type:
,
Family Programming,
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
9
2023
Tue
Book Buzz Book Club
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Germantown Hills
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
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.
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This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group.
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
Youth (0 - 18),
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18)
Metamora
This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group.
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
May
9
2023
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Play Space (M)
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18),
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18)
Program Type:
,
Family Programming,
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 "Youth (0 - 18)" group.
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
Youth (0 - 18),
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18)
Roanoke
This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group.
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
May
8
2023
Mon
Maker Monday: Library Greenhouse
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Roanoke
Room:
Meeting Room (R)
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18),
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18)
Program Type:
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Cooking & Food,
Educational Programming,
Home & Garden,
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Workshops,
Maker Monday
Drop in and explore our Maker supplies!
Maker Monday is a chance for tweens and teens to explore their creativity using the library's tools and supplies. Activities run the gamut from crafting to programming, and a host of topics in between!
Event Details:
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿
Library Greenhouses
Spring is in the air and planting season is on its way. Come to the library to help put together a mini greenhouse that will stay at each library branch. Start a few seeds to gr
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
Germantown Hills
Closed
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
8
2023
Mon
Create with Cricut Classes
4:30pm - 6:00pm
Germantown Hills
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational Programming,
Home & Garden,
Technology,
Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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!
Event Details:
Cardmaking
In this session, we will explore the world of cardmaking. We will design and cut a simple greeting card and matching envelope from scratch using Cricut Design Space. We will also use the Cricut Card Mat to create a
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May
9
2023
Tue
IPDPL Board of Trustees Meeting
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Washburn
Room:
Main Reading Room (W)
Board Meetings
Illinois Prairie District Public Library is governed by an elected Board of Trustees. The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees occurs on the second Tuesday of each month, at 4:00 pm CST/CDT, at IPDPL - Metamora, unless otherwise noted.
Agendas, Meeting Minutes, and Meeting Packets are available on the Library website.
In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, all Board Meetings are open to the public. Anyone wishing to address the Board during the Public Comments portion of the meeting should check in with the Board Secretary prior to the meeting being called to order. Speakers must be recognized prior to speaking. Their comments will be limited to five (5) minutes. Speakers are encouraged to be brief. The Public Comments portion of the meeting shall not exceed thirty (30) minutes in total.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Germantown Hills
Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
10
2023
Wed
Making the Most of the Library: Apps and Digital Resources
4:30pm - 6:00pm
Germantown Hills
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
,
Educational Programming,
Technology,
Workshops,
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
18
Event Details:
Learn about IPDPL's electronic resources and how to access them!
Here at the library we ❤️LOVE❤️ books!! But, we also love a lot of other materials, including movies, magazines, eBooks,
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This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group.
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
Youth (0 - 18),
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18)
Washburn
This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group.
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
May
11
2023
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Washburn
Room:
Main Reading Room (W)
Age Group:
Youth (0 - 18),
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18)
Program Type:
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Family Programming,
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 "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
This event is in the "Children (7 - 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 - 6),
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Spring Bay
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 - 6)" group.
This event is in the "Children (7 - 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.
May
11
2023
Thu
Popcorn Night
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Spring Bay
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),
Babies (0 - 24 months),
Toddlers (2 - 6),
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Cooking & Food,
Family Programming
Event Details:
Fun is popping up in Spring Bay!
The second Thursday of each month is Popcorn Night at the Spring Bay branch. Stop by for your free popcorn, and pick up a book or two or twelve while you are there!
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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 - 6)" group.
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Cancelled
Youth (0 - 18),
Babies (0 - 24 months),
Toddlers (2 - 6),
Children (7 - 11),
Adults,
Everyone
Spring Bay
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 - 6)" group.
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
May
11
2023
Thu
Cancelled
Pajama Story Time
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Spring Bay
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),
Babies (0 - 24 months),
Toddlers (2 - 6),
Children (7 - 11),
Adults,
Everyone
Program Type:
Family Programming
Pajama Story Time
A slower, quieter story time to help young ones wind down in the evening.
Mornings not your thing? Too much going on during the day? Need a way to wind down the day? Come to our evening Pajama Story Time sessions! Perfect for busy families or working parents who want to enjoy Story Time with their young readers. Our pop-up evening sessions happen once a week at different branches.
Join Miss Sam for stories, songs, and some gentle play to help young ones end their days. Everyone is welcome to attend in pajamas if they choose.
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