Adult Chess Group Drop-In

Practice chess. Beginners and experienced players welcome.

Board Room - 2nd Floor

Booked for the Afternoon Book Discussion

This afternoon book group features a variety of discussion topics, including extra sessions of other discussions. This quarter’s program is a second session of the Novel Idea Book Discussion selection, The House is on Fire by Rachel Beanland (2023).Book Description: Tol......More

This afternoon book group features a variety of discussion topics, including extra sessions of other discussions. This quarter’s program is a second session of the Novel Idea Book Discussion selection, The House is on Fire by Rachel Beanland (2023).Book Description: Told from the perspectives of four people whose actions changed the course of history, this masterful work of historical fiction takes readers back to 1811 Richmond, Virginia, where on the night after Christmas, the city's only theater burned to the ground, tearing apart a community.Pick up books at the Guest Services Desk one month in advance or go to the catalog and reserve the book.

Board Room - 2nd Floor

Scratch Coding

For grades 4-6. Learn how to code using the popular Scratch coding program. IPPL cardholder exclusive.

Meeting Room 2 - 2nd Floor

Laser Etched Cork Coasters

Inscribe your own design onto cork coasters with the laser etcher. This event is offered for two sessions: Aug. 20 and Aug. 21. Please choose one time slot. IPPL cardholder exclusive.

Maker Studio

Library Board Meeting

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public. Please call 630/887-0945 for more information.

Board Room - 2nd Floor

Thursday Afternoon Movie:Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (R, 2:04)

Enjoy watching Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy on a big screen. In this film in the Bridget Jones franchise starring Renée Zellweger, Bridget navigates life as a widow and single mum with the help of her family, friends, and former lover, Daniel. After jumping back int......More

Enjoy watching Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy on a big screen. In this film in the Bridget Jones franchise starring Renée Zellweger, Bridget navigates life as a widow and single mum with the help of her family, friends, and former lover, Daniel. After jumping back into the dating pool, she finds herself caught between a younger man and her son's science teacher. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Popcorn is provided. Sponsored by the Foundation & Friends.

Keshav Sanghani Meeting Room- 2nd Floor

Try Snacks from Around the World

Grades 9–12. Hang out with other teens, and learn about other countries via snacks with a box of Universal Yums. Vote your favorite, least favorite, and weirdest of the snacks. Note: Some products are manufactured in a facility that also handles common allergens such a......More

Grades 9–12. Hang out with other teens, and learn about other countries via snacks with a box of Universal Yums. Vote your favorite, least favorite, and weirdest of the snacks. Note: Some products are manufactured in a facility that also handles common allergens such as wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, soybeans, eggs, milk, fish, and shellfish. IPPL is not responsible for any health issues that may arise from participation in this class.

Meeting Room 2 - 2nd Floor

Leslie Goddard presents Eleanor Roosevelt

Award-winning actress and scholar Leslie Goddard portrays one of the most fascinating and influential public figures of the 20th century. Born into the wealth during America’s Gilded Age, Eleanor grew from a shy, homely orphan into a confident, driven woman who champion......More

Award-winning actress and scholar Leslie Goddard portrays one of the most fascinating and influential public figures of the 20th century. Born into the wealth during America’s Gilded Age, Eleanor grew from a shy, homely orphan into a confident, driven woman who championed progressive causes and the rights of man. Drawn from Eleanor’s own letters, diaries, newspaper columns, and other writings, this thoroughly researched and engaging performance captures the warm, honest, and passionate American first lady and stateswoman.Sponsored by IPPL Foundation & Friends

Keshav Sanghani Meeting Room- 2nd Floor

Cutting the Cable Cord

Learn how to watch all of your favorite movies and TV shows for a fraction of the cost of traditional cable TV. Join us as we weigh the pros and cons, and get an overview of the streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Roku and Chromecast.I......More

Learn how to watch all of your favorite movies and TV shows for a fraction of the cost of traditional cable TV. Join us as we weigh the pros and cons, and get an overview of the streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Roku and Chromecast.IPPL cardholder exclusive.

Keshav Sanghani Meeting Room- 2nd Floor

Petit Felted Animal Workshop

Create your own adorable needle-felted animal in this hands-on workshop. Learn basic needle-felting techniques to craft cozy, woolen creatures. IPPL cardholder exclusive.

Keshav Sanghani Meeting Room- 2nd Floor

Introduction to 3D Printing

Learn how to create easy designs for 3D printing and search for thousands of pre-made designs. IPPL cardholder exclusive.

Maker Studio

Online: Chair Yoga

Dancing Cranes Yoga teaches this chair yoga class, which provides an enjoyable opportunity for adults to improve flexibility, joint health, core strength, balance, and the ability to breathe deeply and relax without getting on the floor. This program is held online via ......More

Dancing Cranes Yoga teaches this chair yoga class, which provides an enjoyable opportunity for adults to improve flexibility, joint health, core strength, balance, and the ability to breathe deeply and relax without getting on the floor. This program is held online via Zoom. Attendees receive an email with the Zoom information before the program begins.

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Live your tabletop role-playing game dreams and play Dungeons & Dragons, a fun, social game where the only limits are your imagination and the roll of the dice. Beginners and experienced players are welcome, though new players should arrive at 5:40 p.m. to get their cha......More

Live your tabletop role-playing game dreams and play Dungeons & Dragons, a fun, social game where the only limits are your imagination and the roll of the dice. Beginners and experienced players are welcome, though new players should arrive at 5:40 p.m. to get their characters ready. We are recruiting volunteer Game Masters and those looking to learn.  For questions, contact the lead Game Masters at [email protected]. Register at https://signup.com/go/biJgMkK.

Keshav Sanghani Meeting Room- 2nd Floor