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With the library closed, you might find yourself feeling anxious about when you will be able to get your hands on a copy of the new Hunger Games book. I'm here to share the exciting news that you don't have to wait at all because it is currently available as an eAudiobook on hoopla! 

You can start listening to this prequel story that takes us back to the world of Panem through the eyes of an 18 year old Corolianus Snow, who has been chosen to mentor the female District 12 tribute during the 10th annual Hunger Games. 

If you prefer to wait for a copy to read, rather than listen, you can always place a hold to get one of our physical copies or to get the eBook through eMedia Library/Libby/Overdrive.

Do you need some guidance for the reopening process? Fox Valley SCORE has put out a toolkit that provides a succinct and helpful overview for assessing your business, surviving, planning for the future, and communicating.

Download the toolkit here.

We partner with Fox Valley SCORE for a variety of programs.

June is just around the corner and we have a new lineup of fun and engaging programs for your family that you won't want to miss.

Follow the links below for more information about the programs and to register. 
You only need to register once per program, and you will be set for the whole month. 

If you've been attending Storytime Social, check out....
Family Storytime LIVE via Zoom* on Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.

If you like to move and groove, check out...
Rollick & Roll LIVE via Zoom* on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

If you like to tinker and learn, check out...
Stories + STEAM LIVE via Zoom* on Wednesday evenings at 5:30 p.m.

If you've got a baby 17 months or younger, check out...
Baby Book Bees Storytime LIVE via Zoom* on Thursdays, at 9:30 a.m.

And as always, you can find a little bit of everything on-demand at any time on our YouTube page!

*Make sure to register 24-hours in advance so that we can send you a Zoom invite. If you want to register after that window closes, just contact Miss Lexy at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Indian Prairie is now on Discord! We have created a really cool server for teens to use as an online safe space. If you do not believe us, we invite you to come check it out! If you are interested in joining our discord server just send the teen librarian an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the subject heading: discord join. 

What is the Adult Advisory Board?

This committee of adults will consider the needs and interests of our community by evaluating the resources and services of the library and will facilitate communication with the community. This introductory meeting on June 29 at 7 p.m. will answer all your questions.

Mission: To improve communication between the library and the community and to enrich this relationship.

We will focus on:

• Getting NEW ideas.
• Getting feedback on EXISTING programs/services.
• Becoming advocates for the library.
• Evaluating a specific program, service, or resource at each meeting.

Who can join the board?

Indian Prairie Library cardholders in the district, age 18 or older.

When will the board meet?

After the initial meeting, we will meet quarterly.

Responsibilities of the board include:

Attend four regularly scheduled meetings during a one year period.

Actively participate in meetings.

Suggest programs, services, and resources for adults and the community.

Promote the library's programs and services in the community.

Please register if you are interested.

So far in quarantine, we've been enjoying Storytime with the Obamas, doodling with Mo Willems, and reading Harry Potter with friends of the Wizarding World. Many authors, artists, and celebrities have taken it upon themselves to help entertain us with new twists on our favorite classics. 

Academy Award-winning director Taika Waititi (know for films such as Jojo Rabbit, What We Do in the Shadows, and Hunt for the Wilderpeople) has joined with Partners in Health to put together a 10-episode reading of Roald Dahl's classic tale, James and the Giant Peach. He is joined by an all-star creative cast including Meryl Streep, Benedict Cumberbatch, Chris Hemsworth, Ryan Reynolds, Mindy Kaling, Eddie Redmayne, Lupita Nyong'o, and many more.

The Roald Dahl Story Company and their partners will be matching every single donation made to the cause. 

New episodes released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday on YouTube. 

Start watching now and donate if you can!

Harry Potter fans have been treated to many great things during the lockdown, but this news may be the best of all… J.K. Rowling will be publishing a brand new story for children - for free online! "The Ickabog" will be serialized and published in daily installments starting March 26^th until July 10^th.

While this story is not related to Harry Potter in any way, I have a feeling we are about to get a story that rivals the classic Tales of Beedle the Bard, the collection of fairytales well-known and beloved to the children of the wizarding world that Rowling released in 2008.

Even more exciting is that Rowling is inviting her fans to be a part of "The Ickabog's"publication journey by allowing them to contribute their own original illustrations.

All royalties from the publication of the story will be donated to those most impacted by Covid-19.

Read more about the illustration competition and how "The Ickabog" came to be here.

And of course, start reading "The Ickabog" today!

Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. The weekend is also the unofficial start of summer. This year we will be celebrating differently. Because of the stay-at-home order restrictions, there will be no parades or in person ceremonies. That doesn't mean you have to forego enjoying the weekend.

Watch the National Memorial Day Concert on Sunday, May 24, at 7:00 p.m. on WTTW or stream it on PBS.org, YouTube, or Facebook featuring new performances and tributes filmed around the country to honor all of our American heroes.Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the traditional live concert on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol will not be held.

To commemorate Memorial Day from home and the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, Ancestry® is presenting its "Parade of Heroes," a virtual event hosted by Kathie Lee Gifford with a musical performance by Tori Kelly. Watch it live on Facebook on Monday, May 25, at 10 a.m.

Watch war movies and television programs on Hoopla. Read an ebook about World War II on eMediaLibrary or listen to patriotic music on Hoopla.

Cook out with your family at home and try some recipes in these barbeque and grilling books on Hoopla. An alternative is to order from a local restaurant for pick up or delivery.