THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS COURTESY OF DANVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Upcoming Events at Danville Public Library – January 11 – January 17, 2026
Pixels & Pages: Winter Reading Challenge! From January 5 to February 16, log your reading in the Beanstack app or at danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org to unlock prizes for all ages. Make this winter unforgettable. Game On. Happy Reading!
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. Visit https://danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org/ to join the fun!
2026 Hoopla Reading Challenge: Join Hoopla’s year-long challenge! Each month, explore a new curated collection of books, audiobooks, and comics on Hoopla, then pick one (or more!) to enjoy. Log what you finish in the Beanstack app or at https://danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org. January’s theme is “Healing Fiction.” https://www.hoopladigital.com/collection/179337
Celebrate 70 Years of DLO Musical Theatre: We’re creating a Biblioboard Community eCollection of stories, photos, and memorabilia honoring this beloved local institution. Share your onstage, behind the scenes, or audience memories and help preserve the magic of DLO for generations to come. You may share and view photos, videos, letters, and more here: https://ow.ly/44ME50XwhTT
January 12: Genealogy Workshop. Join us every 2nd Monday for our Genealogy Workshop Series. This month: Jacqueline Woodard-Smith will lead “Cleaning up the Clutter,” offering tips to organize your paper files and digital records. Perfect for anyone looking to start the year with a more organized family history! 1:00 – 2:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.
January 13: Teen Crafternoons. Tuesdays = your creative time. Hang out and make cool stuff. No sign-up, no stress. Just show up and create something awesome! This week: Pixel Portraits – Design your own gaming avatar using graph squares! Create a retro-inspired look that’s totally YOU – block by block. While supplies last. 3:30 – 4:30 PM on the 2nd Floor. Ages 13-19.
January 13: Tween It! Tuesdays. Fun programs for tweens each Tuesday. This week: Break a record. Choose a Guinness World Record and try to break it. 5:00 PM in the Program Room. Ages 8-12.
January 13: 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.
January 14: Celebrate! Join the Children’s Department each month to learn about and celebrate different cultures with stories and food. This month we will honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a celebration of culture with our guest Jacquie Woodard-Smith. 5pm-6pm in the Program Room.
January 14: Teen Writing Club. Come write, chill, and connect. No pressure – just good vibes, cool ideas, and a space to be creative. Journals and pens will be provided for our teen writers, along with writing prompts and snacks to fuel your mind. Every Wednesday, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.
January 14: Ukulele Music Club. Join the Ukulele Music Club every 2nd Wednesday for beginner basics at 5 PM and a group jam session at 6 PM – both welcoming all skill levels! Bring your own uke or borrow one of our limited extras and enjoy making music together. The club may even perform around the community! Sign up for email updates: https://ow.ly/a3VR50WM9hY 5:00 – 7:00 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
January 15: Lit Fit with Mandy. Join us Thursdays for a dance fitness series that’s as fun as your favorite book. All fitness levels welcome – just bring your water bottle and wear clothes that can handle your best moves! 3:00 – 4:00 PM in the Program Room.
January 16: Pixels & Popcorn. Movie Nights at the Library! Every other Friday during our Winter Reading Challenge, enjoy video game-themed movies and free popcorn. Don’t forget to sign up for the Pixels & Pages: Winter Reading Challenge on Beanstack for a chance to win awesome prizes, too! 6:00 – 8:00 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
January 17: Bilingual Family Fun: Lotería! Join Cecilia Perez and family for an afternoon of fun playing Lotería, a traditional Mexican board game similar to Bingo! Come play and win unique prizes. Bring the whole family! ¡Únete a Cecilia Pérez y su familia para una tarde divertida jugando Lotería, un juego de mesa tradicional mexicano similar al Bingo! Ven a jugar y gana premios únicos. ¡trae a toda la familia! 1:00 – 2:30 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
January 17: Story Time. Have a great time listening, interacting to stories and making a fun craft! Saturdays at 11:00 AM in the Children’s Department.
Adult Craft: Stop by the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor for a take & make craft! Decorate your own mug this January. While supplies last.
Biblioboard Library: Enjoy unlimited access to eBooks from self-published Illinois authors, Arcadia Publishing/The History Press, and discover community content created by libraries across Illinois—all with no holds, checkouts, or lending limits. Download the BiblioBoard Library app for Apple, Android, or Kindle devices, or visit BiblioBoard Library on any web browser to start reading.
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, theaters, and other fun and local cultural venues. Log in with your library card credentials and browse for passes by date or attractions.
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Libby, by Overdrive: Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. You can even send and read your borrowed ebooks to your Kindle ereader! It’s free with your library card and easy to get started. Learn more at overdrive.com/apps/libby/ or download the app!
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 Used Book Store: Step into Wonderland, where every book is a delightful find. Shop by card suit: Spades: Free Items, Hearts: $0.50, Clubs: $1.00, Diamonds: $2.00. At Starbooks, the magic never ends, and every visit is a new adventure!
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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: Craft Stick Snowperson!
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.
