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| Upcoming Events at Danville Public Library – July 5 – July 11, 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! July’s theme is “Let’s Begin: Series to Start.” 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 along the way! Earn 1 point for each day that you log your reading from June 1 – July 31 and watch your reading flourish. Save those points to “shop” for prizes in the library! Download the Beanstack app or visit danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org to sign up today and help your reading garden grow! July 6: Children’s Wonder Garden Club. Weekly gardening event for children and families. 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. July 7: 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. July 7: 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. July 8: Celebrate! Join the Children’s Department each month to learn about and celebrate different cultures with stories and food. Join the fun as we celebrate America’s birthday! All of your 4th of July favorites will be served. 5:00 – 6:00 PM in the Program Room. July 8: Free Summer Movie. Join us for Free Wednesday Movies at the Library, hosted by our Children’s Department every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. in June and July! Families can enjoy a kid-friendly movie together, with free snacks and a drink available while supplies last. It’s the perfect way to cool off and relax this summer! 1:00 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room. July 8: 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 – 4:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Teen Space. July 9: ESL Family Group – Lotería! Join our family-focused support group for those learning English as a second language. Connect with other families, share experiences, and grow your confidence in a safe, friendly space. A partnership with DACC. Únete a nuestro grupo de apoyo enfocado en familias que están aprendiendo inglés como segundo idioma. Conéctate con otras familias, comparte experiencias y fortalece tu confianza en un espacio seguro y amigable. Una colaboración con DACC. 5:00 – 6:30 PM Howard Rutan Meeting Room. July 9: I-Cash Booth. Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ staff will be set up in the lobby to help reunite citizens with missing money property through the I-Cash program. In Vermilion County, an estimated 121,000 people and businesses have unclaimed cash or property held by the treasurer’s office. The value exceeds $21,100,000.00. Individuals can search the state treasurer’s database for their name or the name of their business or non-profit at www.illinoistreasurer.gov/icash. 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM in the Library Lobby. July 11: Diamond Painting Craft Club. Treat yourself to some creative time the 1st* Saturday of Every Month! Enjoy different themes and styles to diamond paint and enjoy a calm, relaxing afternoon of crafting. This month: get ready for Shark Week or make some Bookish Earrings! Space is limited. Reserve your spot here: https://ow.ly/lRAL50Zc5YQ or call 217-477-5220, ext 116. 2:00 – 3:30PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room. *Note date change due to holiday. July 11: Grady Hendrix Book Club. Calling All Horror Readers! Join us the 1st* Saturday of every month as we alternate between discussing the works of Grady Hendrix and Stephen King! This month: We’ll be discussing: How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix. 11 AM – 12 PM in the Program Room. *Note date change due to holiday. July 11: 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. *Note date change due to holiday. July 11: 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 July 1: 250th Anniversary Crafts! 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. Facebook: Follow us for posts and events on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DanvillePublicLibrary Instagram: Follow us on Instagram! Username: danvilleil.publiclibrary https://www.instagram.com/danvilleil.publiclibrary/ 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. TikTok: Follow us on TikTok! Username: danvillepubliclibrary.il 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: Cool Summer Animals! Operating Hours: |
