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Public Library serving Danville, IL since 1883. www.danvillepubliclibrary.org

Since 1882, Danville Public Library has aimed to actively provide access to information and programming to serve the diverse needs of the community of Danville. With over 200,000 items in the collection and weekly programming we invite you to come check us out!

10/12/2026

The Mobile Market is in town! They will be open from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on Tuesday, October 13th, with low-cost, fresh fruits and vegetables for anyone in the community to purchase.

https://carle.org/services/mobile-market

10/11/2026

🌟 Sunday Snapshot: A Week in a Wink! 🌟
October 11 – October 17, 2026

Check out our "Sunday Snapshot." A full list of events can be found on our Library News webpage here: https://danvillepubliclibrary.org/newsletters/

🔎 October 12: Genealogy Workshop @ IGHS.
Join us every 2nd Monday of the month for our Genealogy Workshop Series now with alternating hosts*! Each class offers a unique focus, guiding you through the fascinating world of genealogy. Whether you’re looking to enhance your family tree, preserve cherished family photos, or explore other aspects of your heritage, our Library Archives and the IGHS are here to help! 1:00 - 2:30 PM at the Illiana Genealogical & Historical Society at 215 W North St.

🥨 October 14: Celebrate!
Join the Children’s Department each month to learn about and celebrate different cultures with stories and food. Join us to celebrate German food and culture! 5:00 – 6:00 PM in the Program Room.

📗 October 17: Book Club.
Introducing a new Library Book Club led by community members Jenn and Dara! Fresh off Banned Book Week, this month's featured book: Gender Q***r by Maia Kobabe, currently one of the top challenged books in the country. Whether you've read the book, graphic novel, eComic, or simply want to be a part of a meaningful conversation, join us from 11 AM - 12 PM in the Linda Bolton Gathering Space.

Our programming is made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.

The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community Relations Administrator at [email protected] or call 217-477-5220 ext. 111.

10/10/2026

💚 World Mental Health Day!

Take a moment for yourself to reflect with this word search. Which word did you find first?

Today, make it a point to check in with someone about their mental health and feel free to ask the library for resources at any time. It’s okay to not be okay. 💚

10/04/2026

🌟 Sunday Snapshot: A Week in a Wink! 🌟
October 4 – October 10, 2026

Celebrate Banned Book Week!

Check out our "Sunday Snapshot." A full list of events can be found on our Library News webpage here: https://danvillepubliclibrary.org/newsletters/

👻 October 5: Ghost Craft for Seniors
Join Synergy HomeCare for our quarterly Senior Seminar Series, designed for older adults, focusing on enhancing well-being, understanding aging, and navigating health challenges. This quarter, Villas of Holly Brook will lead a fun ghost craft for seniors! Learn how to create a friendly or fearful framed ghost just in time for Halloween. RSVP is encouraged but not required. Crafting available while supplies last. Space limited so sign up here: https://ow.ly/Mu3q50ZIrFt or call 217-477-5220, ext 116.
11:30 AM | 2nd Floor Conference Room | Intended for seniors

🎞️ October 5, 6, & 7: First Amendment Film Fest
Join us for special Banned Book-Themed Midday Movies on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at noon. Bring your own lunch and enjoy film adaptations of books that have been challenged, debated, and discussed for generations.
12:00 PM | Howard Rutan Meeting Room

📚 October 7: Silent Book Club - Banned Book Read-In
This Banned Books Week, we’re teaming up with Libro.fm and Silent Book Club to host a Banned Books Read-In to protest book censorship. Join us as we read and take action to fight book bans! Attendees will get to select a free book from our Banned Book Selection and also receive a free audio download of either Banned Together or How to Defend Books and Why from Libro.fm, while supplies last.
4:30 PM | Howard Rutan Meeting Room

🧩 October 10: Family Puzzle Dash
Celebrate Fire Prevention Month with a fun forest-themed puzzle challenge! Teams of up to 4 people will receive the same under-300-piece Forest Friends puzzle. Limited space available. Walk-ins welcome only if space allows. Register now and put your family's puzzle-solving skills to the test: https://ow.ly/3RFO50ZCUwq
1:00 PM | Program Room

Our programming is made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.

The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community Relations Administrator at [email protected] or call 217-477-5220 ext. 111.

10/03/2026

📚🚫 When we say "Banned Books," which ones come to mind? 🚫📚

Celebrate Banned Books Week with Hoopla!

Your library card is a passport to stories that have challenged ideas, sparked conversations, and, in some cases, faced attempts at censorship. This Banned Books Week, explore Hoopla's curated collection of frequently banned and challenged eBooks, audiobooks, and comics that celebrate the freedom to read and the power of diverse voices.

📖 Browse the collection: https://www.hoopladigital.com/collection/18745

📚 Want to celebrate even more? Join us at the library for a variety of Banned Books Week programs! Visit our website or ask a staff member for details.

Programming and access to Hoopla Digital made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.

The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community Relations Administrator at [email protected] or call 217-477-5220 ext. 111.

10/02/2026

Carrie: The Musical is just 1 week away! The Danville Library Foundation has limited FREE tickets available for the Friday and Saturday night performances. Claim yours using the link or QR code before they are gone!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4DAAA828A2FA7-66120575-carrie

Learn more about the show here: https://www.dlomusicaltheatre.com/carrie-the-musical/

10/01/2026

Beware the Forest 🌲🎃

Continue the 2026 Hoopla Reading Challenge this October. Explore horror and thriller books and comics where dark forests hide lost travelers, lurking dangers, cursed towns, and secrets waiting among the trees.

Choose at least one item - book, audiobook, or comic - from the October collection, then log your completed title in the Beanstack app or at https://danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org

📚 Start this month's challenge: https://www.hoopladigital.com/collection/beware-the-forest-or-horror-and-thriller/179346

Your library card unlocks thousands of free ebooks, audiobooks, comics, movies, TV shows, and music on Hoopla! Borrow on your favorite devices, then settle in for a chilling night...if you dare. 👻

Join in every month to discover new favorites and keep your reading streak going!

Access to Hoopla Digital with your Danville Public Library Card is made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.

The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community Relations Administrator at [email protected] or call 217-477-5220 ext. 111.

Address

319 N Vermilion Street
Danville, IL
61832

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 7pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm
Saturday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12174775220

Website

http://www.danvillepubliclibrary.org/

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