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| Upcoming Events at Danville Public Library – September 13 – September 19, 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! September’s theme is “Reality, Enchanted: Magical Realism.” Visit our website for more information: https://danvillepubliclibrary.org/2026-hoopla-reading-challenge/ September Beanstack Reading Challenge: All the Right Notes! 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 hits all the right notes! Download the Beanstack app or visit danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org to sign up today. September 14: Genealogy Workshop. Join us every 2nd Monday of the month for our Genealogy Workshop Series! This month, Show and Share: Show us your roots! Bring some of your favorite finds to share with the group and come ready to learn from and cheer on your fellow family finders. We will also ask what topics you would like to discuss (or present!) next. 1:00 – 2:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room. September 14: Some Assembly Required: Brickcraft Club. Adults, Teens, and In-betweens: join us the 2nd Monday of each month. Grab a mini block kit, leave with a trinket! Unwind, unplug, and build something small but satisfying, while supplies last. No experience required, just curiosity. 4:00 – 5:00 PM in the Program Room. Intended for ages 10+. September 15: Vermilion County Master Gardeners – CocoRahs with Steve Hilberg. Join Vermilion County Master Gardeners for a seminar at Danville Public Library at 5:30 p.m. in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room. Call 217-442-8615 for more information. September 15: 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: “Paint” by Sticker – craft a mosaic masterpiece…piece by piece. 3:30 – 4:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Teen Space. Intended for ages 13 – 19. September 15: Ukulele Club @ VRBC. Join Tony & Allison with our Ukulele Music Club at Vermilion River Beer Company the third Tuesday of each month! All skill levels are welcome. VRBC is family-friendly until 9PM. Bring your own uke or borrow one of our limited extras. 5:30 PM at 103 N Vermilion St, Danville, IL 61832. September 15: 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. September 16: 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. September 19: Bilingual Family Fun! Join Cecilia Pérez and her family for Bilingual Family Fun, a welcoming monthly program for all ages. This month’s topic: Mexican Independence Day – come ready to learn, laugh, and experience culture together. Families may also have the chance to enjoy traditional snacks while supplies last. Únete a Cecilia Pérez y su familia en Bilingual Family Fun, un programa mensual acogedor para todas las edades. Tema de este mes: el Día de la Independencia de México – ven listo para aprender, reír y compartir una experiencia cultural en familia. Las familias también pueden tener la oportunidad de disfrutar bocadillos tradicionales hasta agotar existencias. 1:00 – 2:30 in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room. September 19: RANDOM RECORDER RALLY! Join us on the library lawn for this positively random celebration of music, community, and whimsy. Let’s see how many people we can get playing Hot Cross Buns at the same time! The library will provide FREE recorders to the first 300 participants! No registration required. Just bring your sense of humor and your enthusiasm! Meet on the Library Lawn at 10 AM! September 19: 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. September 19: Talk Like a Pirate Day. Uncover pirate treasure, discover your pirate name, and leave with a pirate book. Come dressed like a pirate if you wish! All day in the Children’s Department. Adult/Teen Craft: Stop by the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor for a take & make craft! Starting September 1: Mini Build Kits! While supplies last. American Conversation Project: We’re partnering with the American Conversation Project to record community conversations to be part of the National Public ACP Collection, marking the 250th Anniversary of the Nation. Everyone’s voice matters. Join a group of 4 – 6 fellow community members for a conversation about our community’s past, present, and future! Sign up at https://danvillepubliclibrary.org/series/acp/ or call 217-477-5220, ext 116. 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 while supplies last Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM and Fri-Sat 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM. This week: Owl Ornament! Operating Hours: |
