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📚🎶 All the Right Notes! 2026 Library Card Sign-Up Month Challenge 🎶📚 This September, celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with our Beanstack reading challenge! Log your reading minutes at least once a week to complete the challenge for a chance to win our All the Right Notes Giveaway Basket. Find your rhythm. No matter what your tastes are, a library card […] |
4 events,Wee Wigglers Story Time Action rhymes, Stories, and Songs for children age 5 and under. Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the Program Room. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation. The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community […] Teen Crafternoons* Tuesdays in 2026 3:30 - 4:30 PM on the 2nd Floor Intended for ages 13-19 Hang out and make cool stuff. Tuesdays = your creative time. No sign-up, no stress. Just show up and create something awesome! *While supplies last. ✨ September Crafts (subject to change): September 1: Tiny Canvas - paint your […] 🌍 Teen Universal Yums 📅 Last Tuesday of Every Month 🕟 4:30 - 5:30 PM 📍 on the 2nd Floor 👥 Ages 13 - 19 Ready to snack your way around the world? Join us each month as we explore a new country through its tastiest treats! At Teen Universal Yums, you’ll: 🍫 Sample unique snacks […] |
3 events,Teen Writing Club Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:30 PM 2nd Floor Teen Space Intended for ages 13 – 19 We’ve got writing prompts to spark your imagination and snacks* to fuel your mind! *While supplies last. Come write, chill, and connect with other teen writers. No pressure, just good vibes, cool ideas, and a space to […] Card Club Join us the last Wednesday of every month from 5:00 - 6:00 PM to learn and play a variety of card games! From Uno to Blackjack, Poker to Slapjack, there’s something for everyone. ✨ Fun for all skill levels ♠️ Friendly instruction & casual play 🚫 No gambling - just games and good […] |
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🎃👻 HALLOW-READ👻🎃 October 2026 Beanstack Reading Challenge Spooky season is upon us! Halloween is a time brimming with excitement, magic, and mischief. Earn all of our hauntingly cool badges by logging your October reading minutes and be entered to win our Hallow-Read Giveaway! 📱 Download the Beanstack app or visit: https://danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org/ From Adult to Small, […] Courage, Choice, and What Comes Next with Dystopian Icon Veronica Roth #1 New York Times and International Bestselling Author Thursday, October 1st 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT Register now for your private live link or find the recording after the event here: https://libraryc.org/danvillepubliclibrary/212666 A single choice can transform your destiny. Join us for an online […] |
7 events,Seniors, join us on the first Saturday of every month, for a chance to have coffee and play games together. 9 am - 10 am 2nd floor conference room. This program is made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation. The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like […] The Berry Cool Market Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm on the Library Lawn! For information on becoming a vendor call 217-799-3970 or email ackn2016@gmail.com Story Time Have a great time listening, interacting with stories, and making a fun craft! Saturdays at 11:00 am in the Children's Department This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation. The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community Relations […] |
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3 events,Ghost Craft for Seniors: Synergy Seminar Series Monday, October 5, 2026 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM 2nd Floor Conference Room Join Synergy HomeCare for our quarterly Seminar Series, designed for older adults, focusing on enhancing well-being, understanding aging, and navigating health challenges. Discover valuable insights and practical tips to support a vibrant and fulfilling life. […] Celebrate Banned Books Week with our "First Amendment Film Fest!" 📚🎬 October 5, 6, & 7 12:00 PM Howard Rutan Meeting Room Join us for special Banned Book-Themed Midday Movies on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at 12:00 PM. Bring your own lunch and enjoy film adaptations of books that have been challenged, debated, and discussed […] |
5 events,Wee Wigglers Story Time Action rhymes, Stories, and Songs for children age 5 and under. Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the Program Room. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation. The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community […] The OSF HealthCare Care-A-Van will be at the library on the first Tuesday of each month! The OSF Care-A-Van travels around Vermilion County to bring health care to residents where they are, including workplaces, schools and churches, to make sure transportation doesn’t stop you from getting high-quality health care. Services offered by the mobile health […] Celebrate Banned Books Week with our "First Amendment Film Fest!" 📚🎬 October 5, 6, & 7 12:00 PM Howard Rutan Meeting Room Join us for special Banned Book-Themed Midday Movies on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at 12:00 PM. Bring your own lunch and enjoy film adaptations of books that have been challenged, debated, and discussed […] |
4 events,Celebrate Banned Books Week with our "First Amendment Film Fest!" 📚🎬 October 5, 6, & 7 12:00 PM Howard Rutan Meeting Room Join us for special Banned Book-Themed Midday Movies […] Teen Writing Club Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:30 PM 2nd Floor Teen Space Intended for ages 13 – 19 We’ve got writing prompts to spark your imagination and snacks* to fuel […] Silent Book Club Wednesday, October 7, 2026 4:30 - 6:30 PM Howard Rutan Meeting Room 📚 Celebrate Banned Book Week 📚 This Banned Books Week, we’re teaming up with […] |
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Virtual Author Talk: Art in Flight: Reinventing Postmodernism with Smithsonian Curator Carolyn Russo
Virtual Author Talk: Art in Flight: Reinventing Postmodernism with Smithsonian Curator Carolyn Russo
Art in Flight: Reinventing Postmodernism with Smithsonian Curator Carolyn Russo A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration Thursday, October 8th 2026 at 1:00 PM CDT Register now for your private live link or find the recording after the event here: https://libraryc.org/danvillepubliclibrary/209231 Join us for a captivating online conversation with acclaimed author and Smithsonian curator […] Library Lotería with DACC 2nd Thursday of every month El segundo jueves del mes 5:00 – 6:30 PM Howard Rutan Meeting Room Join the library and DACC for an evening of fun playing Lotería, a traditional Mexican board game similar to Bingo! ¡Únete la biblioteca y DACC para una noche divertida jugando Lotería, un juego de […] |
4 events,The Berry Cool Market Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm on the Library Lawn! For information on becoming a vendor call 217-799-3970 or email ackn2016@gmail.com Story Time Have a great time listening, interacting with stories, and making a fun craft! Saturdays at 11:00 am in the Children's Department This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation. The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community Relations […]
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🧩 Family Puzzle Dash Saturday, October 10, 2026 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Program Room Celebrate Fire Prevention Month with a fun forest-themed puzzle challenge! This special Forest Friends puzzle reminds us of the importance of protecting our forests and preventing wildfires, all while enjoying a family-friendly afternoon of teamwork and fun. ✅ Family teams […] |
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3 events,Genealogy Workshop Series Monday, October 12, 2026 1:00 – 2:30 PM *Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society 215 W North St, Danville, IL 61832 October's Theme: Probate Records with Rene Blessent. Join us every 2nd Monday of the month for our Genealogy Workshop Series now with alternating hosts*! Meet in either our 2nd Floor Conference Room or […] Some Assembly Required: Brickcraft Club 2nd Monday of Each Month, starting July 13 4:00 - 5:00 PM Program Room Intended for ages 10+ Adults, Teens, and In-betweens: Grab a mini block kit*, leave with a trinket. Unplug, unwind, and build something small but satisfying. No experience required, just curiosity. *While Supplies Last. This program […] |
5 events,Wee Wigglers Story Time Action rhymes, Stories, and Songs for children age 5 and under. Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the Program Room. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation. The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community […] Looking for support in managing diabetes? In partnership with OSF Healthcare, join Illinois Extension for a monthly diabetes support group designed for individuals living with diabetes and their caregivers. Sessions will take place at Danville Public Library (319 N Vermilion St., Danville, IL 61832) on the second Tuesday of the month from May to December […]
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The Mobile Market is in town! They will be open from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on Tuesday, October 13th, with low-cost, fresh fruits and vegetables for anyone in the community to purchase. https://carle.org/services/mobile-market |
3 events,Teen Writing Club Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:30 PM 2nd Floor Teen Space Intended for ages 13 – 19 We’ve got writing prompts to spark your imagination and snacks* to fuel your mind! *While supplies last. Come write, chill, and connect with other teen writers. No pressure, just good vibes, cool ideas, and a space to […]
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Celebrate! Join the Children’s Department each month to learn about and celebrate different cultures with stories and food. Join us to celebrate German food and culture! October 14 5 pm-6 pm Program Room This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation. The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If […] |
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Join the Library and Birth to Five Illinois: Region 54 for Fall Break FUN! There will be inflatables, yard games, crafts, stories, and more! Don't miss out on this fun-filled afternoon on the Library Lawn. Activities will be moved into the Howard Rutan Meeting Room in the event of bad weather. Thursday, October 15th 2 […] |
5 events,The Berry Cool Market Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm on the Library Lawn! For information on becoming a vendor call 217-799-3970 or email ackn2016@gmail.com Story Time Have a great time listening, interacting with stories, and making a fun craft! Saturdays at 11:00 am in the Children's Department This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation. The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community Relations […]
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Book Club: Gender Queer Saturday, October 17, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Linda Bolton Gathering Space Introducing a new Library Book Club led by community members Jenn and Dara! Fresh off Banned Book Week, this month's featured book: Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe, currently one of the top challenged books in the country. […] |
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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. This month, we will be learning about pumpkins! October 19th at 4:30 pm in the Program Room. This program is made possible through a partnership […] |
5 events,Wee Wigglers Story Time Action rhymes, Stories, and Songs for children age 5 and under. Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the Program Room. This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation. The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community […] Teen Crafternoons* Tuesdays in 2026 3:30 – 4:30 PM on the 2nd Floor Intended for ages 13-19 Hang out and make cool stuff. Tuesdays = your creative time. No sign-up, no stress. Just show up and create something awesome! *While supplies last. ✨ October Crafts (subject to change): October 6: Diamond Painting - create a […] Ukulele Music Club @ Vermilion River Beer Company 3rd Tuesday of Every Month 5:30 PM – ? VRBC – 103 N Vermilion St, Danville, IL 61832 The Library Website is rich with info*: Ukulele Music Club - Danville Public Library. Here you can now find 2026 Sheet Music, Beginners' PowerPoint, Spotify Playlist, and the UGSM Website. *Note: The materials provided […] |
3 events,Teen Writing Club Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:30 PM 2nd Floor Teen Space Intended for ages 13 – 19 We’ve got writing prompts to spark your imagination and snacks* to fuel your mind! *While supplies last. Come write, chill, and connect with other teen writers. No pressure, just good vibes, cool ideas, and a space to […] Ukulele Music Club --> WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2026 <-- *usually the 2nd Wednesday of the Month 5:00 – 6:45 PM Howard Rutan Meeting Room 🎶 Strum Along with Ukulele Music Club! 🎶 Join Allison & Tony Kasper from UGSM for two fun and relaxed ukulele sessions on the 2nd Wednesday of each month: 5:00 – 5:45 PM: Beginner […] |
2 events,Story Time Have a great time listening, interacting with stories, and making a fun craft! Saturdays at 11:00 am in the Children's Department This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation. The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community Relations […] |
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5 events,Wee Wigglers Story Time Action rhymes, Stories, and Songs for children age 5 and under. Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the Program Room. This program is funded by a grant […]
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The Mobile Market is in town! They will be open from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on Tuesday, October 27th, with low-cost, fresh fruits and vegetables for anyone in the […] Teen Crafternoons* Tuesdays in 2026 3:30 – 4:30 PM on the 2nd Floor Intended for ages 13-19 Hang out and make cool stuff. Tuesdays = your creative time. No sign-up, […] |
4 events,Dementia Resource Group 4th Wednesday of Every Month 2:00 – 3:00 PM 2nd Floor Conference Room Join Villas of Holly Brook and Synergy HomeCare for a monthly gathering focused on […] Teen Writing Club Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:30 PM 2nd Floor Teen Space Intended for ages 13 – 19 We’ve got writing prompts to spark your imagination and snacks* to fuel […] Card Club Join us the last Wednesday of every month from 5:00 - 6:00 PM to learn and play a variety of card games! From Uno to Blackjack, Poker to Slapjack, there’s something for everyone. ✨ Fun for all skill levels ♠️ Friendly instruction & casual play 🚫 No gambling - just games and good […] |
2 events,Story Time Have a great time listening, interacting with stories, and making a fun craft! Saturdays at 11:00 am in the Children's Department This program is funded by a grant from Danville Library Foundation. The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community Relations […] |
