Smokey Bear Reading Challenge for Kids!
Read three books and earn four badges to complete the challenge. Badges are earned by completing at least one activity in each section. Pick up your reading challenge worksheet and get started!
302 S. First Street
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-5716
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-5716
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Summer of Scares Teen Challenge
Try the Summer of Scares Challenge, if you dare! Read one book from each of our six themes. Turn in your completed challenges by August 31 for a prize. Pick up your Summer of Scares challenge worksheet at the library beginning July 1.
Book Babies
Book Babies
This is a short storytime designed for parents and caregivers with babies who aren't walking yet. Join us for some gentle baby bounces, songs and rhymes.
Mah Jongg Monday!
Mah Jongg Monday!
Let's play this ancient Chinese tile-based game! All skill levels welcome including those who just wonder what Mah Jongg is and want to learn about it. We are playing the 2023 National Mah Jongg League card. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it along!
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Interested in trying yoga, but don't think your body can? Well, this class is for you! You may join us at the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. Instructor led. In person - Chairs provided. No mat needed. If you are joining us in-person (not via Zoom) in the library's meeting room, you […]
6 events,
Outdoor Yoga
Outdoor Yoga
Nature and yoga -- a perfect pair! Weather permitting, we'll meet outside on the Library lawn. Bring your yoga mat or towel, and a water bottle. Instructor led.
Sign & Sing with Communication Junction
Sign & Sing with Communication Junction
Join Communication Junction for an in-person storytime at the library that is designed to engage your child and encourage their love of books. Each Sign and Sing is created around a theme and filled with stories, songs, movements, and new signs.
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Instrument Petting Zoo
Instrument Petting Zoo
Get hands-on with some string instruments from Suzuki School of Music from Youth Music Illinois!
Yoga
Yoga
Enjoy the diversity of yoga. Join our yogi masters for a live yoga practice. You may join us in the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. If you are joining us in-person in the library's meeting room, you do not need to register. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to […]
6 events,
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Interested in trying yoga, but don't think your body can? Well, this class is for you! You may join us at the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. Instructor led. In person - Chairs provided. No mat needed. If you are joining us in-person (not via Zoom) in the library's meeting room, you […]
Storytime with Ms. Amy
Storytime with Ms. Amy
Join Ms. Amy in the library each week for a new storytime theme with books, songs, rhymes, playtime, and a craft.
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Cozy Little Book Club
Cozy Little Book Club
Do you like a light and entertaining read? We do! This month's cozy book: Mastering the Art of French Murder by Colleen Cambridge Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to attend!
5 events,
Mah Jongg Monday!
Mah Jongg Monday!
Let's play this ancient Chinese tile-based game! All skill levels welcome including those who just wonder what Mah Jongg is and want to learn about it. We are playing the 2023 National Mah Jongg League card. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it along!
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Interested in trying yoga, but don't think your body can? Well, this class is for you! You may join us at the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. Instructor led. In person - Chairs provided. No mat needed. If you are joining us in-person (not via Zoom) in the library's meeting room, you […]
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An Hour to Kill Book Club
An Hour to Kill Book Club
Mystery, suspense, thriller - fiction or nonfiction! No cozy titles here! Our title for this meeting will be The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell. Email kkerckhove@dunlaplibrary.org for a Zoom meeting invite.
5 events,
Outdoor Yoga
Outdoor Yoga
Nature and yoga -- a perfect pair! Weather permitting, we'll meet outside on the Library lawn. Bring your yoga mat or towel, and a water bottle. Instructor led.
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“Cruel Summer” Party
“Cruel Summer” Party
Are you a Swiftie who loves mastermind level puzzles, making thefriendship bracelets, trivia that leaves you lost in the labyrinth, andlistening to music forever and evermore? Then come to our Cruel Summer Party! It’s nice to have a friend, so bring them along!
Yoga
Yoga
Enjoy the diversity of yoga. Join our yogi masters for a live yoga practice. You may join us in the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. If you are joining us in-person in the library's meeting room, you do not need to register. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to […]
6 events,
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Interested in trying yoga, but don't think your body can? Well, this class is for you! You may join us at the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. Instructor led. In person - Chairs provided. No mat needed. If you are joining us in-person (not via Zoom) in the library's meeting room, you […]
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Inside Out Book Chat
Inside Out Book Chat
What have you been reading? There are so many books out there! It's time to share. You'll have a chance to talk about your recent read...good, bad, or mediocre. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to attend!
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*Artful Reads with Creative Soul
*Artful Reads with Creative Soul
Creative Soul Gallery (208 N Second St) in Dunlap and the library are joining together to discuss "arty" reads. This month's book is: The Trackers by Charles Frazier *Registration required. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to attend virtually or to be added to the in-person discussion! Please indicate how you wish to attend. If […]
5 events,
Yoga
Yoga
Enjoy the diversity of yoga. Join our yogi masters for a live yoga practice. You may join us in the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. If you are joining us in-person in the library’s meeting room, you do not need to register. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to […]
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Page Turners Book Club
Page Turners Book Club
Meet with Dunlap Library’s longest running book club! This book club meets in-person at the library. Our title this month for discussion is The Measure by Nikki Erlick.
5 events,
Read, Eat, Play Library Road Trip
Collect stamps from July 15 - August 12, 2024 Return your passport to the library by August 24, 2024 Welcome to the 1st Annual Read, Eat, Play Library Road Trip! (REP) We are excited for you to start your journey. We know you will have a great time exploring all the wonderful libraries, eateries, shops […]
Mah Jongg Monday!
Mah Jongg Monday!
Let's play this ancient Chinese tile-based game! All skill levels welcome including those who just wonder what Mah Jongg is and want to learn about it. We are playing the 2023 National Mah Jongg League card. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it along!
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Interested in trying yoga, but don't think your body can? Well, this class is for you! You may join us at the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. Instructor led. In person - Chairs provided. No mat needed. If you are joining us in-person (not via Zoom) in the library's meeting room, you […]
8 events,
Outdoor Yoga
Outdoor Yoga
Nature and yoga -- a perfect pair! Weather permitting, we'll meet outside on the Library lawn. Bring your yoga mat or towel, and a water bottle. Instructor led.
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“Who Picked This?” Book Club
“Who Picked This?” Book Club
This month we will be discussing The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org for the Zoom registration meeting invite to attend!
Sign and Sing with Communication Junction
Sign and Sing with Communication Junction
Join Communication Junction for an in-person storytime at the library that is designed to engage your child and encourage their love of books. Each Sign and Sing is created around a theme and filled with stories, songs, movements, and new signs.
Yoga
Yoga
Enjoy the diversity of yoga. Join our yogi masters for a live yoga practice. You may join us in the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. If you are joining us in-person in the library's meeting room, you do not need to register. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to […]
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Using Essential Oils for Summer Fun
Using Essential Oils for Summer Fun
Come learn about the safe, effective, and affordable ways to use essential oils. We will be focusing on natural summer solutions for the midwestern heat, sun, and bugs. Recipes will be provided. Presented by Beth Blackaby of doTERRA.
7 events,
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Interested in trying yoga, but don't think your body can? Well, this class is for you! You may join us at the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. Instructor led. In person - Chairs provided. No mat needed. If you are joining us in-person (not via Zoom) in the library's meeting room, you […]
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Special Storytime with Mr. Owen!
Special Storytime with Mr. Owen!
Join Mr. Owen in the library for a special storytime with books, songs, rhymes, playtime, and a craft.
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Afternoon Delight Romance Book Club
Afternoon Delight Romance Book Club
Romance is the theme for this virtual book club. Join us to discuss It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to attend.
4 events,
Yoga
Yoga
Enjoy the diversity of yoga. Join our yogi masters for a live yoga practice. You may join us in the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. If you are joining us in-person in the library’s meeting room, you do not need to register. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to […]
7 events,
Book Babies
Book Babies
This is a short storytime designed for parents and caregivers with babies who aren't walking yet. Join us for some gentle baby bounces, songs and rhymes.
Mah Jongg Monday!
Mah Jongg Monday!
Let's play this ancient Chinese tile-based game! All skill levels welcome including those who just wonder what Mah Jongg is and want to learn about it. We are playing the 2023 National Mah Jongg League card. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it along!
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Interested in trying yoga, but don't think your body can? Well, this class is for you! You may join us at the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. Instructor led. In person - Chairs provided. No mat needed. If you are joining us in-person (not via Zoom) in the library's meeting room, you […]
8 events,
Outdoor Yoga
Outdoor Yoga
Nature and yoga -- a perfect pair! Weather permitting, we'll meet outside on the Library lawn. Bring your yoga mat or towel, and a water bottle. Instructor led.
Walk-n-Talk Book Club
Walk-n-Talk Book Club
We will gather in the library parking lot and then walk the trail* while we talk about what we’ve been reading, listening to, or watching...whatever comes to mind! Meets in June and July. *Weather permitting.
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Pottering Around the UK: Real Life Locations from the World of Harry Potter
Pottering Around the UK: Real Life Locations from the World of Harry Potter
Register for this event here! Travel vicariously in this virtual presentation as Anglophile and former UK resident Claire Evans takes you on a historic, scenic, architectural and occasionally culinary tour of Harry Potter’s magical world. From London to Scotland and points in between, admire the amazing real-life locations film scouts picked throughout the best of […]
Yoga
Yoga
Enjoy the diversity of yoga. Join our yogi masters for a live yoga practice. You may join us in the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. If you are joining us in-person in the library's meeting room, you do not need to register. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to […]
TAB (Teen Advisory Board)
TAB (Teen Advisory Board)
Do you want a say in the materials and programs offered by the library? Join the Teen Advisory Board! Middle and high schoolers welcome. TAB meetings and activities count toward student volunteer hours. We will be meeting in person at the library.
8 events,
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Interested in trying yoga, but don't think your body can? Well, this class is for you! You may join us at the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. Instructor led. In person - Chairs provided. No mat needed. If you are joining us in-person (not via Zoom) in the library's meeting room, you […]
Storytime with Ms. Amy
Storytime with Ms. Amy
Join Ms. Amy in the library each week for a new storytime theme with books, songs, rhymes, playtime, and a craft.
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Ensuring Election Integrity in Peoria County
Ensuring Election Integrity in Peoria County
Register for this Zoom program here! The mission of the Peoria County Election Commission is to conduct accurate, secure, fair and accessible local, state and federal elections with the highest level of professionalism and integrity in a manner that fosters public trust and confidence in the democratic process. Learn what best practices and procedures the […]
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Children’s Opera: “My Best Friend’s a Pirate!”
Children’s Opera: “My Best Friend’s a Pirate!”
The Children's Opera Outreach Program is presenting a series of special opera outreach performances for young audiences at locations across Central Illinois. The 2024 outreach opera is a comedy performance called “My Best Friend's a Pirate!”. This interactive production features the music of Rossini, Mozart, Verdi, and many more. The outreach productions are performed at […]
9 events,
Yoga
Yoga
Enjoy the diversity of yoga. Join our yogi masters for a live yoga practice. You may join us in the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. If you are joining us in-person in the library’s meeting room, you do not need to register. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to […]
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Stranger Than Fiction Book Club
Stranger Than Fiction Book Club
Let’s get down to the facts. This month’s nonfiction title is Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life by Arnold Schwarzenegger. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to attend.
Rigid Heddle Weaving Rabble
Rigid Heddle Weaving Rabble
Get out your loom, wind a warp, work on a project. If you don't know what all of this means, join us and we'll show you how we creatively use up our yarn stash.
Storytime at Wheels O’ Time Museum
Storytime at Wheels O’ Time Museum
Join us for a special Storytime at the Wheels O' Time Museum in Dunlap. Meet at the Gazebo in front of the Museum and we will enjoy our Storytime at a different spot each month in the Museum. 1710 W Woodside Drive, Dunlap.
Storytime at Wheels O’ Time Museum
Storytime at Wheels O’ Time Museum
Join us for a special Storytime at the Wheels O' Time Museum in Dunlap. Meet at the Gazebo in front of the Museum and we will enjoy our Storytime at a different spot each month in the Museum. 1710 W Woodside Drive, Dunlap.
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Pokemon Project
Pokemon Project
Meet up with other Pokémon fans to trade your cards and do Pokémon activities while watching a Pokémon movie!
4 events,
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*Harry Potter Escape Room
*Harry Potter Escape Room
See if you and friends can solve the puzzles and brainteasers to break out of the Harry Potter Escape Room! *Reservation required. Stop at the circulation desk or call, 309.243.5716.
4 events,
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Robotics Show and Tell
Robotics Show and Tell
Come meet the First Tech Challenge Robotics Team "Fast but not Furious!" This group of 7th-12th graders will be on hand to show kids of all ages how to design, build, program, and operate robots! The FTC Robotics Team aims to inspire young kids in the community to be interested in the STEM field.
6 events,
Book Babies
Book Babies
This is a short storytime designed for parents and caregivers with babies who aren't walking yet. Join us for some gentle baby bounces, songs and rhymes.
Mah Jongg Monday!
Mah Jongg Monday!
Let's play this ancient Chinese tile-based game! All skill levels welcome including those who just wonder what Mah Jongg is and want to learn about it. We are playing the 2023 National Mah Jongg League card. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it along!
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Interested in trying yoga, but don't think your body can? Well, this class is for you! You may join us at the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. Instructor led. In person - Chairs provided. No mat needed. If you are joining us in-person (not via Zoom) in the library's meeting room, you […]
6 events,
Outdoor Yoga
Outdoor Yoga
Nature and yoga -- a perfect pair! Weather permitting, we'll meet outside on the Library lawn. Bring your yoga mat or towel, and a water bottle. Instructor led.
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A Look Behind White Christmas
A Look Behind White Christmas
Register for this Zoom program here! The 1954 movie White Christmas was a hit even before it debuted; how was that possible? How has it remained a perennial classic up through the present day? What creative forces banded together to bring Irving Berlin, Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, Vera-Ellen, Mary Wickes, and others together […]
Yoga
Yoga
Enjoy the diversity of yoga. Join our yogi masters for a live yoga practice. You may join us in the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. If you are joining us in-person in the library's meeting room, you do not need to register. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to […]
6 events,
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Interested in trying yoga, but don't think your body can? Well, this class is for you! You may join us at the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. Instructor led. In person - Chairs provided. No mat needed. If you are joining us in-person (not via Zoom) in the library's meeting room, you […]
Storytime with Ms. Amy
Storytime with Ms. Amy
Join Ms. Amy in the library each week for a new storytime theme with books, songs, rhymes, playtime, and a craft.
6 events,
Yoga
Yoga
Enjoy the diversity of yoga. Join our yogi masters for a live yoga practice. You may join us in the library or from the comfort of your home using Zoom. If you are joining us in-person in the library’s meeting room, you do not need to register. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to […]
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Page Turners Book Club
Page Turners Book Club
Meet with Dunlap Library’s longest running book club! This book club meets in-person at the library. Our title this month for discussion is The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley.