THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS COURTESY OF DANVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
PSAs – Upcoming events at Danville Public Library – April 27 – May 3, 2025
Diversify Your Reading Challenge: In a reading rut? Expand your reading horizons by completing one or all of our challenges! Finish a challenge to earn a custom poster! This challenge is for teens and adults, ages 13 and up. August 1, 2024 – August 1, 2025
Rubber Ducky Readers: Join this fun Beanstack Challenge! For every 10 books read, the child will get a rubber duck, every 100 books equal a book, a sticker and a certificate, 1000 books equal a goody bag filled with a book, a sticker, a completion certificate, a stuffed animal, a blow-up rubber duck, etc. This challenge is for ages 0-6.
April 29: Tween It! Tuesdays. Fun programs for tweens each Tuesday. This week: Board Game Night. Play your favorite game with your friends. 4:30 PM in the Program Room. Ages 8-12.
April 29: Wee Wigglers Story Time. Join us for action rhymes, stories, and songs for children ages 5 and under—Tuesdays at 10:00 am in the Program Room.
April 30: Rainbow Playgroup. Socialization, play and STEAM activities for toddlers. 10:00 – 11:00 AM in our Program Room.
April 30: Teen Writing Club. Join us every Wednesday for Teen Writing Club! Journals and pens will be provided for our teen writers, along with writing prompts. 3:30 – 4:30 PM in the YA area.
April 30: Wordy Wednesdays. Puzzle lovers, mark your calendars! Every Wednesday, head on up to the 2nd floor Reference Desk for a variety of word puzzles. Available anytime during our regular business hours.
May 2: LARPing on the Lawn. Channel your inner William Wallace, from Braveheart, with help from our local LARPing community and Anytime Fitness. 5:00 – 7:00 PM on the Library’s West Lawn. Look for more information soon!
May 2: Braveheart Film Showing. As a part of our building’s 30th Anniversary Series, come enjoy a free outdoor showing of the 1995 epic, Braveheart, starting at 6:30 PM.
May 3: Publishing 101. Local author M.I.H. McCool is offering a monthly course on publishing basics, drawing from her 20+ years of experience. Topics include manuscript preparation, author resources, self-publishing vs. traditional publishing, and marketing strategies. Open to all, the course meets on the first Saturday at 1:00 PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room, followed by the Writers’ Group at 2:00 PM.
May 3: Senior Social Hour. Seniors, join us on the first Saturday of every month, for a chance to have coffee and play games together. 9 am to 10 am in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.
May 3: Sensory and Bilingual Story Adventures. A unique programming experience combining bilingual storytelling with sensory-friendly activities, designed to engage children of all abilities. This inclusive program creates a welcoming space where stories come to life through interactive elements, fostering language development and sensory exploration in a fun and supportive environment. Saturdays at 11 a.m. in the Children’s Department.
Adult Craft: Stop by the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor for April’s Watercolor Painting or, starting May 1st, Diamond Painting Keychain take-and-make crafts! While supplies last.
Coloring Contest for all ages: Color a picture and win a prize. Return entries by the end of the month. Entries will be displayed in the Children’s Room. Winners will be notified. Ages Preschool to adult. Pick up coloring sheets at the library or visit https://danvillepubliclibrary.org/coloring-contest
Explore More Illinois: a free service provided by your library that provides instant online access to free and discounted tickets to museums, science centers, sporting events, zoos, park districts, theatres, and other fun and local cultural venues. Log in with your library card credentials and browse for passes by date or attractions.
Instagram: Follow us on Instagram! Username: danvilleil.publiclibrary. https://www.instagram.com/danvilleil.publiclibrary/
Library Mobile App: Danville Public Library now has an app available for your mobile devices. Search for books, etc., keep in touch with our social networks, or view our upcoming events, all on your phone! Search for SHARE Mobile Library or visit tinyurl.com/DPL-App for download links.
Starbooks March Hare Sale: It’s not too late! We’ve extended the sale! Throughout April, fill a bag for $5. Don’t miss out on great deals for your next favorite read. Starbooks Used Bookstore, Danville Public Library.
Throughout April: Community Poet-Tree. Unleash your creativity and become a part of our growing community Poet-Tree! Visit the library during National Library Month and write a poem on a leaf to add to our beautiful tree. Whether you’re a seasoned poet or just looking to express yourself, your words will help our Poet-Tree flourish. Let’s create a forest of inspiration together all month long! Leaves can be picked up from, and returned to, the 2nd Floor Reference Desk while supplies last.
Weekly Crafts. Drop by for fun crafts in the children’s department. Available Monday through Thursday from 8 am-6:30 pm and Fri-Sat 8 am-4 pm. New craft each week! This week: Dogs in Colorful Rain Gear!
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed.
