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Outdoor and Online Entertainment at Indian Prairie Library

Register Today for These Upcoming Programs.

Get creative and excited with these online and outdoor programs for kids and teens through Indian Prairie Public Library. Browse the calendar or use the links below to register.

Mini Mid-Kids Wonder Women - Then & Now

Thursday, Mar. 18, 4 p.m.

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Grades 1-3

Participants will use research skills to uncover many amazing and wonderful achievements from women throughout history. They also will share the story of the amazing women in their own life and family.

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Star Wars Discussion Group

Friday, Mar. 19, 7 p.m.

Teens

For those new to the fandom or born with all the knowledge of the force, this discussion group has something for everyone. Discuss the lore, impact, interesting facts surrounding the Star Wars universe.

Storytime Makers

Tuesday, Mar. 23-Apr.6, 9:30 a.m.

or

Wednesdays, Mar. 24-Apr.7, 6 p.m.

Families with children ages 7 and younger

Build a personal storytime prop collection to engage in online storytimes or to recreate favorite storytime moments at home. Registered participants are provided a bag of supplies to begin creating their collection of egg shakers, rhythm sticks, and wrist ribbons. Please choose only one storytime session.


Virtual Girls Who Code

Tuesday, Mar. 23, 5 p.m.

Grades 6-12

Girls Who Code is a national organization on a mission to change the gender gap in technology and to change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. This virtual club is open to students, regardless of skill level/experience.

The Power of Pause: A Mindfulness Get-Together for Teens

Saturday, Mar. 27, 11 a.m.

Grades 7-12

Take time to relax and reset. This program discusses what mindfulness is, the benefits, and mindfulness techniques.


Beautiful Birdhousing

Wednesday, Mar. 31, 4 p.m.

Grades 2-6

Welcome spring by painting a mini-birdhouse to keep. This is an outdoor program. Masks and social distancing requirements will be followed.

Meet the Easter Bunny

Saturday, April 3

Group 1, 10 a.m.

Group 2, 10:30 a.m.

Group 3, 11 a.m.

Group 4, 11:30 a.m.

Group 5, noon

The Easter Bunny is visiting the Prairie Patch at the library. Families can meet the Easter Bunny, play an egg scavenger hunt, and take home some goodies. Sign up as a family for one time slot.

Face masks and social distancing are required. Masks may be removed when taking a photo in front of the Easter Bunny.

Looking for more virtual programs to enjoy? The library’s YouTube channel has a great selection of playlists designed for each age group, as well as Take Five for Families, Helpers in Your Neighborhood, and Fun & Learning at Home playlists.

Indian Prairie Library's expert staff is available to help. Come in, call 630/887-8760, email ippl@ippl.info, or use the chat service on the website- look for the green "we are here" icon.

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