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Name: Digging Deeper Into Your Roots: Tombstone Tourism
Start: 2024-11-22T11:00:00-06:00
End: 2024-11-22T12:00:00-06:00
Location: IPDPL - Germantown Hills

Featured Events

A large tree with a network of exposed roots. Text: Digging Deeper Into Your Roots; Unlock the secrets of your family history.

Digging Deeper Into Your Roots: Tombstone Tourism

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Educational Programming, Genealogy & History

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Germantown Hills

Room: Meeting Room (GH)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational Programming, Genealogy & History

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

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!

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Tombstone Tourism

Cemeteries 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.

Brainflakes Open Studio!

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay

Program Type:

Educational Programming, Family Programming

Age Group:

Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

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Library Branch: Spring Bay

Room: Main Reading Room (SB)

Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming

Event Details:

Drop in and join us for a hands-on adventure in creativity with Brainflakes at the library! From constructing sturdy bridges to crafting whimsical sculptures, Brainflakes allow you to unleash your imagination and explore the principles of en

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!

Brainflakes Open Studio!

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay

Program Type:

Educational Programming, Family Programming

Age Group:

Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

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Library Branch: Spring Bay

Room: Main Reading Room (SB)

Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming

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!

Brainflakes Open Studio!

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay

Program Type:

Educational Programming, Family Programming

Age Group:

Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

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Library Branch: Spring Bay

Room: Main Reading Room (SB)

Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming

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!

Wooden ornaments in the shape of mittens painted with a blue snowflake and dots on a white background hanging in a tree.

Mitten Madness: Paint Your Own Wooden Ornaments

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Burdon Museum (W) at Washburn

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)

Open

Library Branch: Washburn

Room: Dr. Burdon Museum (W)

Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 10

Event Details:

Drop in for a cozy, crafty afternoon where you’ll transform simple wooden mitten shapes into festive masterpieces.

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.

Cartoon illustration of people dressed in holiday outfits, celebrating around a Christmas tree.

Spring Bay Bookies

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off Site

Program Type:

Book Clubs, Celebrations and Parties

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs, Celebrations and Parties

Bookies

The Spring Bay Bookies is an adult book club that focuses on literary and women's fiction. Readers who share a love of books and laughter are always welcome, but be warned - discussions are sure to get off the beaten path from time to time!

The Bookies meet on the first Monday* of the month at 6:00 pm at IPDPL - Spring Bay.

*Regularly scheduled meetings that fall on holidays when the library is closed are routinely rescheduled to the following Monday.

Event Details:

Party Time!

Our book for December is . . . . NOTHING! We're not reading!

Brainflakes Open Studio!

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay

Program Type:

Educational Programming, Family Programming

Age Group:

Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

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Library Branch: Spring Bay

Room: Main Reading Room (SB)

Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults

Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming

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!

Mitten Madness: Paint Your Own Wooden Ornaments

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Study Room (R) at Roanoke

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)

Open

Library Branch: Roanoke

Room: Study Room (R)

Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Event Details:

Drop in for a cozy, crafty afternoon where you’ll transform simple wooden mitten shapes into festive masterpieces.

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.

Cartoon illustration of a human brain with arms and legs lifting a weighted barbell overhead.

Wits Workout: Take a Test Drive!

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Workshops

Age Group:

Adults

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:

Take a Test Drive!

🚗 Paying attention behind the wheel is mandatory — but strengthening focus in other areas can be equally beneficial.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is requested for this program.

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.

Mitten Madness: Paint Your Own Wooden Ornaments

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)

Open

Library Branch: Germantown Hills

Room: Meeting Room (GH)

Age Group: Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 10

Event Details:

Drop in for a cozy, crafty afternoon where you’ll transform simple wooden mitten shapes into festive masterpieces.

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.

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Join us for hands-on experimentation with a variety of engaging activities spanning Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, an	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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Full STEAM Ahead! All Day Youth (0 - 18), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone All IPDPL branches Offsite Event 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: All IPDPL branches Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming Event Details: Explore our new STEAM kits! Embark on an exciting journey of discovery with our new STEAM kits! Join us for hands-on experimentation with a variety of engaging activities spanning Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, an	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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Full STEAM Ahead! All Day Youth (0 - 18), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone All IPDPL branches Offsite Event 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: All IPDPL branches Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming Event Details: Explore our new STEAM kits! Embark on an exciting journey of discovery with our new STEAM kits! Join us for hands-on experimentation with a variety of engaging activities spanning Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, an	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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Full STEAM Ahead! All Day Youth (0 - 18), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone All IPDPL branches Offsite Event 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: All IPDPL branches Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming Event Details: Explore our new STEAM kits! Embark on an exciting journey of discovery with our new STEAM kits! Join us for hands-on experimentation with a variety of engaging activities spanning Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, an	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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Full STEAM Ahead! All Day Youth (0 - 18), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone All IPDPL branches Offsite Event 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: All IPDPL branches Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming Event Details: Explore our new STEAM kits! Embark on an exciting journey of discovery with our new STEAM kits! Join us for hands-on experimentation with a variety of engaging activities spanning Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, an	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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Full STEAM Ahead! All Day Youth (0 - 18), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone All IPDPL branches Offsite Event 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: All IPDPL branches Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Children (7 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming Event Details: Explore our new STEAM kits! Embark on an exciting journey of discovery with our new STEAM kits! Join us for hands-on experimentation with a variety of engaging activities spanning Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, an
9 am		This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group. Baby Bookworms 9:00am - 10:00am Babies (0 - 24 months) Metamora Closed Registration This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Metamora Room: Play Space (M) Age Group: Babies (0 - 24 months) Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming Registration Required Seats Remaining: 3 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! 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 - 6)" group. Story Time 9:30am - 10:30am Toddlers (2 - 6) Washburn Closed Registration This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Washburn Room: Dr. Burdon Museum (W) 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! 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. Baby Bookworms 9:00am - 10:00am Babies (0 - 24 months) Germantown Hills Closed Registration This event is in the "Babies (0 - 24 months)" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Germantown Hills Room: Meeting Room (GH) Age Group: Babies (0 - 24 months) Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming Registration Required Seats Remaining: 7 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! 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 - 6)" group. Story Time 9:30am - 10:30am Toddlers (2 - 6) Roanoke Closed Registration This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group. Closed 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: 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! 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 - 6)" group. Story Time 10:30am - 11:30am Toddlers (2 - 6) Benson Closed Registration This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Benson Room: Main Reading Room (B) 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! 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 - 6)" group. Story Time 10:30am - 11:30am Toddlers (2 - 6) Metamora Closed Registration This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Metamora Room: Play Space (M) Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6) Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 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! 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. Knit & Stitch Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Germantown Hills This event is in the "Adults" group. 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: 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! 🧵	This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group. Story Time 10:30am - 11:30am Toddlers (2 - 6) Germantown Hills Closed Registration This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Germantown Hills Room: Meeting Room (GH) Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6) Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming Registration Required Seats Remaining: 16 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! 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 (7 - 11)" group. This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group. LEGO Club 10:00am - 12:00pm 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
11 am			This event is in the "Adults" group. No Loose Threads 11:30am - 12:30pm Adults Washburn This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Washburn Room: Dr. Burdon Museum (W) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts No Loose Threads We invite you to join our warm and welcoming group for creativity, camaraderie, and crafting. No Loose Threads is a casual and inclusive event designed for knitters, crocheters, and hand-stitching enthusiasts. Bring your current projects, yarn, needles, hooks, and a friendly smile! All skill levels are welcome, from beginners who are just starting to explore the world of crafting to seasoned pros with years of experience. No Loose Threads isn’t just about working on your projects; it’s also an opportunity to exchange tips, tricks, and inspiration with fellow crafters. Whether you're looking for advice on a tricky stitch or just eager to chat about your latest project, you’ll find kindred spirits here. Event Details: No Loose Threads meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month.
12 pm	This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group. Story Time 12:30pm - 1:30pm Toddlers (2 - 6) Spring Bay Closed Registration This event is in the "Toddlers (2 - 6)" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Spring Bay Room: Main Reading Room (SB) Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 6) Program Type: Educational Programming, Family Programming Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 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! 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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3 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. The Papercrafter's Workshop 3:00pm - 5:00pm Adults Spring Bay Closed Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: Scrapbook Pages from the Road Spring breaks are wrapping up, and summer vacation travel plans are being finalized. Get ready to immortalize those memories with travel-themed scrapbook pages this month! This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group. This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group. LEGO Club 3:30pm - 6:00pm 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
4 pm		This event is in the "Everyone" group. IPDPL Board of Trustees Meeting 4:00pm - 5:00pm Everyone Metamora This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Metamora Age Group: Everyone 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.		This event is in the "Children (7 - 11)" group. This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group. LEGO Club 4:00pm - 6:00pm 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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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6 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. Spring Bay Bookies 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Spring Bay This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Spring Bay Room: Main Reading Room (SB) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Bookies The Spring Bay Bookies is an adult book club that focuses on literary and women's fiction. Readers who share a love of books and laughter are always welcome, but be warned - discussions are sure to get off the beaten path from time to time! The Bookies meet on the first Monday* of the month at 6:00 pm at IPDPL - Spring Bay. Regularly scheduled meetings that fall on holidays when the library is closed are routinely rescheduled to the following Monday. Event Details:* The Martian by Andy Weir Six days ago, astronaut Mark Watney became one of the first people to walk on Mars. Now, he’s sure he’ll be the first person to die there.

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