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Write-On Competition for Grades 4-12.

Looking for a way to showcase your writing skills? Want to win cash prizes? Then, submit your entry to Write-On! It's the 20th anniversary. There are three levels of competition: Grades 4–6, 7–8, and 9–12. Every level has two categories for submission: "Short Stories" and "Poetry." Submissions are open now! 

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Programs & Classes

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Oct
19

Indoor: Wild Oaktober Drop-In

1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Location: Board Room - 2nd Floor

Oct
19

Wild Oaktober Educational Presentation

2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Location: Keshav Sanghani Meeting Room- 2nd Floor

Oct
19

Canceled: Witchy Whereabouts

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location: Meeting Room 2 - 2nd Floor

Oct
20

Preschool Play

10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Location: Meeting Room 2 - 2nd Floor

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Avoid the DMV by renewing your Illinois license plate sticker at the Guest Services Desk.

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We are an official Passport Acceptance Facility, accepting DS-11 applications for new passports. 

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We provide a variety of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) kits to support hands-on learning in these areas.

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What kits do you have?

 STEM kit topics include:

  • Circuits
  • Computer Programming
  • Gardening
  • Robotics
  • Sewing Machines
  • Telescopes

Find a complete list of available kits in the library's catalog.


Where are the kits located?

All STEM kits are located on the second floor behind the Kids & Teens Ask Us desk. Anyone with a valid IPPL card or SWAN member card can check out a kit. Only IPPL members can place a hold on a kit. All kits must be returned to our Checkout Desk on the 1st floor.


Why do you offer STEM kits?

The library supports all types of learning styles, and many people learn best by exploring topics hands-on and at their own pace. A kit enhances this type of learning and helps to nurture and build curiosity.

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