THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS COURTESY OF DANVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Upcoming Events at Danville Public Library – May 31 – June 6, 2026
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. Let us know which you chose on Beanstack! June’s theme is “Dad Lit: Books for Dad.” Visit our website for more information: https://danvillepubliclibrary.org/2026-hoopla-reading-challenge/
*Summer Reading Challenge: Plant a Seed, Read! Grow your love of reading this summer and earn amazing prizes for all ages along the way! Log your minutes from June 1 – July 31 and watch your reading flourish. Download the Beanstack app or visit danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org to sign up today and help your reading garden grow!
June 1: Children’s Wonder Garden Club. Weekly gardening event for children and families. Let’s get started gardening! Start your gardening journal and look for treasures in the garden. 9:30 -10:30 AM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room. This program is made possible through a partnership with the University of Illinois Extension Office.
June 2: 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: Build Kits – choose a mini block kit to build tiny trinkets! While supplies last. 3:30 – 4:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Teen Space. Intended for ages 13 – 19.
June 2: 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.
June 3: Publishing 101. Curious about how to publish your writing? Learn Publishing Basics from local author M.I.H. McCool, who brings over 20 years of experience in the publishing world! Missed a session or need a refresher? You can find past PowerPoint presentations on our Series Page here: https://ow.ly/VGUB50WW1gH First Wednesday of the month at 5:00 PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.
June 3: Teen Writing Club. We’ve got writing prompts and games 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 be creative. Wednesdays, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm in the 2nd Floor Teen Space.
June 3: Virtual Author Talk: Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig. Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more, on Wednesday, June 3rd at 1:00 PM via digital live-stream in partnership with Library Speakers Consortium. Register and ask questions of the author here: https://libraryc.org/danvillepubliclibrary
June 4: Lit Fit with Mandy. Join us Thursdays starting in April for a dance fitness series that’s as fun as your favorite book. All fitness levels welcome. Bring your water bottle and wear clothes that can handle your best moves! 3:00 – 4:00 PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.
June 6: CREATE. Join us on the first Saturday of each month for CREATE! This month: Seed Mosaics. Create a colorful masterpiece using a variety of everyday beans, seeds, and grains of all sizes, shapes, and colors. All materials are provided. If you happen to have any special seeds, beans, or grains at home that you would like to use for your project, just bring them along. (Examples: rice, beans, bird seed, flower seeds, garden seeds of any kind). Only 20 spots available; sign up on our website! 1 pm in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room. Ages 5-12
June 6: Diamond Painting Craft Club. Treat yourself to some creative time the 1st Saturday of Every Month! This month’s theme is Hot Air Balloons! Enjoy a relaxing Crafternoon and don’t forget to stop by and see our booth at Balloons Over Vermilion this weekend, too. Reserve your spot here https://ow.ly/6EyO50YWIcq or call 217-477-5220, ext 116. 2:00 – 3:30PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.
June 6: Senior Social Hour. Seniors, join us on the first Saturday of every month, for a chance to have coffee and play games together. 9:00 – 10:00 AM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.
June 6: 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/Teen Craft: Stop by the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor for a take & make craft! Starting June 1: Hot Air Balloon Magnets! While supplies last.
Beat the Summer Heat: Beginning June 1st, stop by the Children’s Department and make a bright, colorful summer visor. Choose a red, blue, yellow, pink, purple or orange visor and use stickers and markers to decorate your visor. One per child while quantities 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 Bookstore. 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!
Teen Space: Find a new hang-out spot for teens on the 2nd Floor! Hang out, game, learn, create, and connect, plus enjoy many teen programs! Open Mondays – Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 PM, when staff is present. Ages 13 – 19.
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Weekly Crafts: Drop by for fun crafts in the children’s department. Available Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM and Fri-Sat 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM. New craft each week! This week: Beet & Carrot Garden Gang Magnet/ Hot Air Balloons!
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Friday & Saturday: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Sunday: Closed.
