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This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group.
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Metamora
Open
This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Baby Bookworms
9:00am - 10:00am
Metamora
Open
Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group:
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Baby Bookworms
Stories, music, and movement activities designed specifically for our youngest readers!
Babies, caregivers, and older siblings are all welcome at Baby Bookworms!
Event Details:
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 give
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 - 6)" group.
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Washburn
Open
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Story Time
9:30am - 10:30am
Washburn
Open
Library Branch:
Washburn
Room:
Dr. Burdon Museum (W)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
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:
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 ou
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 "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group.
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Germantown Hills
Open
This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Baby Bookworms
9:00am - 10:00am
Germantown Hills
Open
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Babies (0 - 24 months)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Baby Bookworms
Stories, music, and movement activities designed specifically for our youngest readers!
Babies, caregivers, and older siblings are all welcome at Baby Bookworms!
Event Details:
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 give
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 - 6)" group.
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Roanoke
Open
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Library Branch:
Roanoke
Room:
Meeting Room (R)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
18
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:
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 ou
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 - 6)" group.
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Benson
Open
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Library Branch:
Benson
Room:
Main Reading Room (B)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
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:
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 ou
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 - 6)" group.
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Metamora
Open
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Story Time
10:30am - 11:30am
Metamora
Open
Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
11
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:
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 ou
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Knit & Stitch Group
10:00am - 12:00pm
Germantown Hills
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 - 6)" group.
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Germantown Hills
Open
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Story Time
10:30am - 11:30am
Germantown Hills
Open
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
18
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:
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 ou
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 "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18)
Roanoke
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
Nov
23
2024
Sat
LEGO Club
10:00am - 12:00pm
Roanoke
Library Branch:
Roanoke
Room:
Play Space (R)
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18)
Program Type:
Family Programming
LEGO Club
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 Club sessions 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 Club
LEGO Club is intended as an opportunity for children to exercise their creativity using LEGO bricks and pieces. All supplied LEGO bricks and pieces provided during LEGO Club 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 "Adults" group.
Adults
Germantown Hills
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Digging Deeper Into Your Roots: Tombstone Tourism
11:00am - 12:00pm
Germantown Hills
Open
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Genealogy & History
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Digging Deeper Into Your Roots
Discover the fascinating world of genealogy on a captivating journey back in time. Learn the techniques and resources needed to uncover your ancestry, from deciphering documents to navigating online databases. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining your methods, Digging Deeper is a roadmap to confidently trace your lineage, understand historical contexts, and preserve your family legacy for future generations. Connect with your past in a meaningful way!
Event Details:
Tombstone TourismCemeteries hold a wealth of information when it comes to family tree research, but taking a trip to a cemetery requires some planning. In this session, we will discuss how to locate graves, interpret t
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 "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Spring Bay
Open
This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Story Time
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Spring Bay
Open
Library Branch:
Spring Bay
Room:
Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group:
Toddlers (2 - 6)
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
8
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:
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 ou
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
Germantown Hills
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Wits Workout: Songbirds
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Germantown Hills
Open
Library Branch:
Germantown Hills
Room:
Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness,
Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
14
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! 🎉
Event Details:
Songbirds
🐦 Birds of a feather flock together - and for good reason! Interacting with family, friends, and neighbors helps us maintain brain health. Social connections support thinking skills, helping slow cogn
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
The Papercrafter's Workshop
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Spring Bay
Open
Library Branch:
Spring Bay
Room:
Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
The Papercrafter's Workshop
The Papercrafter's Workshop is a place to gather for anyone interested in papercrafting of any kind! Whether you are a scrapbooker, a cardmaker, or someone who makes 3D objects out of paper and cardstock, you will be in good company with us! This workshop is open to paper crafters of any experience level, from beginners just starting to seasoned makers with years of experience!
Various papercrafting tools will be available for use for free, including trimmers, punches, and more. Bring your photos, memorabilia, embellishments, and supplies, and work at your own pace. Debbie Davis-Peshong will be on hand to guide anyone who would like help!
- Additional papers or embellishments are available for purchase (OPTIONAL).
- Registration is requested, but not required.
- Contact Debbie at (309) 264-5529 for more information.
Event Details:
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18)
Metamora
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Play Space (M)
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18)
Program Type:
Family Programming
LEGO Club
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 Club sessions 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 Club
LEGO Club is intended as an opportunity for children to exercise their creativity using LEGO bricks and pieces. All supplied LEGO bricks and pieces provided during LEGO Club 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 (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18)
Washburn
This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Library Branch:
Washburn
Room:
Main Reading Room (W)
Age Group:
Children (7 - 11),
Teens (12 - 18)
Program Type:
Family Programming
LEGO Club
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 Club sessions 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 Club
LEGO Club is intended as an opportunity for children to exercise their creativity using LEGO bricks and pieces. All supplied LEGO bricks and pieces provided during LEGO Club 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 "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
Germantown Hills
Open
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Create with Cricut: Iron-Ons
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Germantown Hills
Open
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:
14
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:
Iron-Ons
Personalizing 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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This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
How to Library: Using Your Online Library Account
Open
Library Branch:
Metamora
Room:
Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Educational Programming,
Family Programming,
Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
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!
Event Details:
Using Your Online Library Account
As soon as you get a library card, an online library account is created for you, but many cardholders never use it. In this session, we will learn about online library accounts, how to acc
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This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
Virtual Library
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Library
Library Branch:
Virtual Library
Age Group:
Teens (12 - 18),
Adults
Program Type:
Author Events,
Cooking & Food,
Virtual/Zoom Events
Event Details:
Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith
Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season. A two-time James Beard Foundation award winner, Smith believes “T
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