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Children’s Wonder Garden Club- Summer Edition
Children’s Wonder Garden Club- Summer Edition
Children's Wonder Garden Club Looking for a way to share the magic of gardening with your family? This summer Danville Public Library will feature a weekly gardening workshop for children and families. 9:30 AM every Monday in June and July. Starting June 5th This program is made possible through a partnership with the University of […]
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Stranger Things are happening at the library this week! We've gone back in time to the 80's with storytimes featuring your favorite retro characters! July 31-August 5 Monday, July 31: 10 AM : Ghostbusters and 5 PM: Barbie Tuesday, August 1: 10 AM Indiana Jones and 5 PM: Argyle (Stranger Things) Wednesday, August 2; 10 […]
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Stranger Things are happening at the library this week! We've gone back in time to the 80's with storytimes featuring your favorite retro characters! July 31-August 5 Monday, July 31: 10 AM : Ghostbusters and 5 PM: Barbie Tuesday, August 1: 10 AM Indiana Jones and 5 PM: Argyle (Stranger Things) Wednesday, August 2; 10 […]
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Wee Wigglers Story Time
Wee Wigglers Story Time
Action rhymes, stories and songs for children age 5 and under. Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the 1st Floor Meeting Room. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Stranger Things are happening at the library this week! We've gone back in time to the 80's with storytimes featuring your favorite retro characters! July 31-August 5 Monday, July 31: 10 AM : Ghostbusters and 5 PM: Barbie Tuesday, August 1: 10 AM Indiana Jones and 5 PM: Argyle (Stranger Things) Wednesday, August 2; 10 […]
Tween It! Tuesdays
Tween It! Tuesdays
Tween It! Tuesdays Fun programs for tweens every Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. in the Children's Room. Ages 8 - 13 This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
4 events,
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Stranger Things are happening at the library this week! We've gone back in time to the 80's with storytimes featuring your favorite retro characters! July 31-August 5 Monday, July 31: 10 AM : Ghostbusters and 5 PM: Barbie Tuesday, August 1: 10 AM Indiana Jones and 5 PM: Argyle (Stranger Things) Wednesday, August 2; 10 […]
Rainbow Readers Playgroup
Rainbow Readers Playgroup
Rainbow Readers Playgroup Enjoy stories, STEAM projects and socialization activities for preschoolers, ages 3-5 years, and their caregivers. Wednesdays at 10 AM- 11 AM 1st Floor Meeting Room This program is made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Danville Public Library offers a weekly Dungeons & Dragons session for teens in the Teen Zone. Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop role-playing game where players can explore a fantasy world, fight monsters, go on magical quests, and work together to overcome obstacles. Each week they will play their characters as they explore the world. […]
3 events,
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Stranger Things are happening at the library this week! We've gone back in time to the 80's with storytimes featuring your favorite retro characters! July 31-August 5 Monday, July 31: 10 AM : Ghostbusters and 5 PM: Barbie Tuesday, August 1: 10 AM Indiana Jones and 5 PM: Argyle (Stranger Things) Wednesday, August 2; 10 […]
Anything Tech
Anything Tech
Anything Tech for Teens Introducing teens to some of the library's cool technology. 4:00 p.m. in the Teen Zone. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Stranger Things are happening at the library this week! We've gone back in time to the 80's with storytimes featuring your favorite retro characters! July 31-August 5 Monday, July 31: 10 AM : Ghostbusters and 5 PM: Barbie Tuesday, August 1: 10 AM Indiana Jones and 5 PM: Argyle (Stranger Things) Wednesday, August 2; 10 […]
2 events,
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Stranger Things are happening at the library this week! We've gone back in time to the 80's with storytimes featuring your favorite retro characters! July 31-August 5 Monday, July 31: 10 AM : Ghostbusters and 5 PM: Barbie Tuesday, August 1: 10 AM Indiana Jones and 5 PM: Argyle (Stranger Things) Wednesday, August 2; 10 […]
Stranger Things: The Curse of Vecna
Stranger Things: The Curse of Vecna
Stranger Things: The Curse of Vecna Visit Creel House, the Rainbow Room, Eddie's Trailer, and more. Get your picture taken with characters, and free ice cream from Scoops Ahoy. Watch out for the Demogorgon! Free and open to the public. Tickets not required, however, try our new skip the line feature at: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../stranger-things-curse-of... August […]
4 events,
Hear It, See It, Make It, Take It: Sensory Story Time
Hear It, See It, Make It, Take It: Sensory Story Time
Sensory program designed for youth of various ability levels including differently-abled youth. Saturdays at 11 a.m. in the 1st Floor Meeting Room
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Back to the 80’s Story Times
Stranger Things are happening at the library this week! We've gone back in time to the 80's with storytimes featuring your favorite retro characters! July 31-August 5 Monday, July 31: 10 AM : Ghostbusters and 5 PM: Barbie Tuesday, August 1: 10 AM Indiana Jones and 5 PM: Argyle (Stranger Things) Wednesday, August 2; 10 […]
Stranger Things: The Curse of Vecna
Stranger Things: The Curse of Vecna
Stranger Things: The Curse of Vecna Visit Creel House, the Rainbow Room, Eddie's Trailer, and more. Get your picture taken with characters, and free ice cream from Scoops Ahoy. Watch out for the Demogorgon! Free and open to the public. Tickets not required, however, try our new skip the line feature at: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../stranger-things-curse-of... August […]
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2 events,
Wee Wigglers Story Time
Wee Wigglers Story Time
Action rhymes, stories and songs for children age 5 and under. Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the 1st Floor Meeting Room. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Tween It! Tuesdays
Tween It! Tuesdays
Tween It! Tuesdays Fun programs for tweens every Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. in the Children's Room. Ages 8 - 13 This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
2 events,
Rainbow Readers Playgroup
Rainbow Readers Playgroup
Rainbow Readers Playgroup Enjoy stories, STEAM projects and socialization activities for preschoolers, ages 3-5 years, and their caregivers. Wednesdays at 10 AM- 11 AM 1st Floor Meeting Room This program is made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Danville Public Library offers a weekly Dungeons & Dragons session for teens in the Teen Zone. Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop role-playing game where players can explore a fantasy world, fight monsters, go on magical quests, and work together to overcome obstacles. Each week they will play their characters as they explore the world. […]
2 events,
Anything Tech
Anything Tech
Anything Tech for Teens Introducing teens to some of the library's cool technology. 4:00 p.m. in the Teen Zone. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Tween 3D Printer Class
Tween 3D Printer Class
Get your tech on while you learn about 3D printing. Use software to create your own 3D masterpiece! For ages 8-13. 2nd Thursday of the Month at 4:30 p.m. in the Children's Department. Registration required. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
1 event,
Friday Night Flix
Friday Night Flix
Recently released movies, shown at the library for free on Friday nights. In this film, Laurie Strode confronts the evil she can't control in the form of Michael Myers. (Released in 2022). Rated R August 11 7pm Adults 1st Floor Meeting Room Reserve your free ticket at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/friday-night-flix-tickets-679417153997?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Local author book signing
Local author book signing
Local author book signing Dr. Tina Nelson-Jackson is a local author who grew up in Danville. She has written a nonfiction book entitled, "Mentoring Matters! An evaluation study of a mentoring program designed for misbehaving black boys." She will have copies of her book available for sale at the event and a QR code for […]
Hear It, See It, Make It, Take It: Sensory Story Time
Hear It, See It, Make It, Take It: Sensory Story Time
Sensory program designed for youth of various ability levels including differently-abled youth. Saturdays at 11 a.m. in the 1st Floor Meeting Room
Summer Reading Wrap-Up Ice Cream Social
Summer Reading Wrap-Up Ice Cream Social
Celebrate with us as we wrap-up our Summer Reading Challenge by joining us for an ice cream social. Landmark Credit Union will provide ice cream and Summer Reading prizes will be available. All ages welcome. This is open to the public.
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Genealogy Workshop: Planning a Cemetery Visit
Genealogy Workshop: Planning a Cemetery Visit
Genealogy Workshop: Planning a Cemetery Visit Are you planning to visit a cemetery? Learn what to research before the visit, what supplies to take and how to safely clean headstones for photos. August 14 1-2:30 PM 2nd Floor Conference Room
Library Executive Committee Meeting
Library Executive Committee Meeting
The Library Board's Executive Committee meets the Monday before the Board of Trustees Meeting each month at 4:00 p.m. in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.
4 events,
Wee Wigglers Story Time
Wee Wigglers Story Time
Action rhymes, stories and songs for children age 5 and under. Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the 1st Floor Meeting Room. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Teen Party
Teen Party
Come hang out for our teen monthly party! Have some snacks and play games! August 15 at 4:00 pm in the Teen Zone This event is made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation. #TeenZone
Tween It! Tuesdays
Tween It! Tuesdays
Tween It! Tuesdays Fun programs for tweens every Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. in the Children's Room. Ages 8 - 13 This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
2 events,
Rainbow Readers Playgroup
Rainbow Readers Playgroup
Rainbow Readers Playgroup Enjoy stories, STEAM projects and socialization activities for preschoolers, ages 3-5 years, and their caregivers. Wednesdays at 10 AM- 11 AM 1st Floor Meeting Room This program is made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Danville Public Library offers a weekly Dungeons & Dragons session for teens in the Teen Zone. Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop role-playing game where players can explore a fantasy world, fight monsters, go on magical quests, and work together to overcome obstacles. Each week they will play their characters as they explore the world. […]
1 event,
Anything Tech
Anything Tech
Anything Tech for Teens Introducing teens to some of the library's cool technology. 4:00 p.m. in the Teen Zone. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
1 event,
Friday Night Flix
Friday Night Flix
Recently released movies, shown at the library for free on Friday nights. In this film, four survivors of the Ghostface murders leave Woodsboro behind for a fresh start in New York City. However, they soon find themselves in a fight for their lives when a new killer embarks on a bloody rampage. (Released in 2023). […]
5 events,
Hear It, See It, Make It, Take It: Sensory Story Time
Hear It, See It, Make It, Take It: Sensory Story Time
Sensory program designed for youth of various ability levels including differently-abled youth. Saturdays at 11 a.m. in the 1st Floor Meeting Room
Hear It, See It, Make It, Take It: Sensory Story Time
Hear It, See It, Make It, Take It: Sensory Story Time
Sensory program designed for youth of various ability levels including differently-abled youth. Saturdays at 11 a.m. in the 1st Floor Meeting Room
Saturday Movie Matinee
Saturday Movie Matinee
Saturday Movie Matinee. Join us for a family-friendly movie in the Children's Room. Saturdays at noon. Children and Tweens welcome! This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
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2 events,
Children’s Wonder Garden Club
Children’s Wonder Garden Club
Children's Wonder Garden Club Looking for a way to share the magic of gardening with your family? Danville Public Library hosts a monthly gardening event for children and their families. August 21 at 4:30 pm in the 1st Floor Meeting Room. This program is made possible through a partnership with the University of Illinois Extension […]
Children’s Wonder Garden Club
Children’s Wonder Garden Club
Children's Wonder Garden Club The 3rd Monday of the Month at 4:30 PM in the 1st Floor Meeting Room This program is made possible through a partnership with the University of Illinois Extension Office. This program is made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
3 events,
Wee Wigglers Story Time
Wee Wigglers Story Time
Action rhymes, stories and songs for children age 5 and under. Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the 1st Floor Meeting Room. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Tween It! Tuesdays
Tween It! Tuesdays
Tween It! Tuesdays Fun programs for tweens every Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. in the Children's Room. Ages 8 - 13 This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
2 events,
Rainbow Readers Playgroup
Rainbow Readers Playgroup
Rainbow Readers Playgroup Enjoy stories, STEAM projects and socialization activities for preschoolers, ages 3-5 years, and their caregivers. Wednesdays at 10 AM- 11 AM 1st Floor Meeting Room This program is made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Danville Public Library offers a weekly Dungeons & Dragons session for teens in the Teen Zone. Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop role-playing game where players can explore a fantasy world, fight monsters, go on magical quests, and work together to overcome obstacles. Each week they will play their characters as they explore the world. […]
1 event,
Anything Tech
Anything Tech
Anything Tech for Teens Introducing teens to some of the library's cool technology. 4:00 p.m. in the Teen Zone. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
0 events,
4 events,
Saturday Movie Matinee
Saturday Movie Matinee
Saturday Movie Matinee. Join us for a family-friendly movie in the Children's Room. Saturdays at noon. Children and Tweens welcome! This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Hear It, See It, Make It, Take It: Sensory Story Time
Hear It, See It, Make It, Take It: Sensory Story Time
Sensory program designed for youth of various ability levels including differently-abled youth. Saturdays at 11 a.m. in the 1st Floor Meeting Room
Read To A Registered Therapy Dog
Read To A Registered Therapy Dog
Celebrate International Dog Day by reading to a therapy dog. Registered therapy dogs will be at the library Saturday, August 26 at 1pm in the Children's Department.
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3 events,
Wee Wigglers Story Time
Wee Wigglers Story Time
Action rhymes, stories and songs for children age 5 and under. Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the 1st Floor Meeting Room. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Tween It!
Tween It!
Fun programs for tweens every Tuesday. Ages 8-13 Coming Up: Break a record. Choose a Guinness World Record and try to break it. BINGO! Come play Bingo and win prizes. Nailed It! Inspired by the Netflix TV series, tweens will be presented with a craft and supplies, but no instructions! Board Game Night. Play […]
Tween It! Tuesdays
Tween It! Tuesdays
Tween It! Tuesdays Fun programs for tweens every Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. in the Children's Room. Ages 8 - 13 This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
2 events,
Rainbow Readers Playgroup
Rainbow Readers Playgroup
Rainbow Readers Playgroup Enjoy stories, STEAM projects and socialization activities for preschoolers, ages 3-5 years, and their caregivers. Wednesdays at 10 AM- 11 AM 1st Floor Meeting Room This program is made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Danville Public Library offers a weekly Dungeons & Dragons session for teens in the Teen Zone. Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop role-playing game where players can explore a fantasy world, fight monsters, go on magical quests, and work together to overcome obstacles. Each week they will play their characters as they explore the world. […]
1 event,
Anything Tech
Anything Tech
Anything Tech for Teens Introducing teens to some of the library's cool technology. 4:00 p.m. in the Teen Zone. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
3 events,
Coloring Contest for all ages!
Coloring Contest for all ages! Color a picture, win a prize. Choose one of five sheets to color. Pick up coloring sheets at the library or visit danvillepubliclibrary.org/coloring-contest to print your sheets. Return entries by the end of the month. Entries will be displayed on the children's room slat wall. Winners will be notified. This program […]
Children’s Art Challenge
This month's theme is Fall into Autumn Submit your family-friendly art at tinyurl.com/DPL-KidArt Submissions will be posted on Facebook and our Website. Winners will be chosen at the end of the month. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Library Card Sign-Up Month
Library Card Sign-Up Month
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! This year’s theme is Spider-Verse. We will have Spider-Man themed events throughout the month. Swing into Danville Public Library to get your own Spider-Verse inspired library card cover!
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Coloring Contest for all ages!
Coloring Contest for all ages! Color a picture, win a prize. Choose one of five sheets to color. Pick up coloring sheets at the library or visit danvillepubliclibrary.org/coloring-contest to print your sheets. Return entries by the end of the month. Entries will be displayed on the children's room slat wall. Winners will be notified. This program […]
Children’s Art Challenge
This month's theme is Fall into Autumn Submit your family-friendly art at tinyurl.com/DPL-KidArt Submissions will be posted on Facebook and our Website. Winners will be chosen at the end of the month. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
Library Card Sign-Up Month
Library Card Sign-Up Month
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! This year’s theme is Spider-Verse. We will have Spider-Man themed events throughout the month. Swing into Danville Public Library to get your own Spider-Verse inspired library card cover!
Hear It, See It, Make It, Take It: Sensory Story Time
Hear It, See It, Make It, Take It: Sensory Story Time
Sensory program designed for youth of various ability levels including differently-abled youth. Saturdays at 11 a.m. in the 1st Floor Meeting Room
Saturday Movie Matinee
Saturday Movie Matinee
Saturday Movie Matinee. Join us for a family-friendly movie in the Children's Room. Saturdays at noon. Children and Tweens welcome! This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
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