The elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is impacting our library. If the Federal government does not reverse the order to eliminate IMLS funding, our library faces the potential elimination of interlibrary loans, E-books, and reduction of adult and children’s programming. Friends of the Dunlap Public Library providing funds to the […]
302 S. First Street
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-5716
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-5716
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5 events,This is a short storytime designed for parents and caregivers with babies 0-23 months. Join us for some gentle baby bounces, stories, songs and rhymes. 
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 2025 National Mah Jongg League card. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it along! 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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What is the Driftless Area? It is a region in the Midwest (Northeast Iowa, Southeast Minnesota, Southwest Wisconsin and a wee bit of Northwest Illinois) that was skipped by the glaciers in the last ice age, leaving the area "lacking glacial drift", i.e., driftless. The Area is a natural, beautiful, sculpted landscape region that is […] 
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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Do you love to check out books to read at the Library? Or maybe you love to come here to play video games or make art projects with friends? If you're a kid between the ages of 9 and 12, we want you to join our club and share your ideas about how to make […]
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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.
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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 […] Join Ms. Amy in the library each week for a new storytime theme with books, songs, rhymes, playtime, and a craft. 
Stop in each week after school for a different activity - snacks, crafts, board games, or movies! May 7: Decorate Mother's Day cards. May 14: Pop-Tart taste-testing. May 21: Summer craft. |
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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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Join us for music, a story, and fun activities to get your little ones up and moving! Therapists from Way to Grow Pediatric Therapy + Enrichment Center will be hosting the classes.
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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 Watership Down by Richard Adams. |
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Join us to discuss books with 500+ pages in this triannual virtual book club. We will be discussing Caste by Isabel Wilkerson. Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to attend. Meets quarterly. |
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Register here! Join bestselling author and illustrator Dan Santat for an afternoon event all about books and art with friend and collaborator, author Minh Lê. Dan Santat is the author and illustrator of over a hundred books for young people. Many of his books are New York Times-bestsellers, including The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary […] |
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4 events,This is a short storytime designed for parents and caregivers with babies 0-23 months. Join us for some gentle baby bounces, stories, songs and rhymes.
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 2025 National Mah Jongg League card. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it along! 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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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.
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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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 […] 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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Do you like a light and entertaining read? We do! A Peculiar Combination by Ashley Weaver Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to attend!
Stop in each week after school for a different activity - snacks, crafts, board games, or movies! May 7: Decorate Mother's Day cards. May 14: Pop-Tart taste-testing. May 21: Summer craft. |
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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 […] 
Join Lydia Nosbisch, music therapist and early childhood music instructor, for this 30 min. music class for babies and toddlers and their accompanying adults. Each class provides opportunities for movement, learning, and music exploration.
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CANCELED We apologize for the cancellation and hope to offer this program in the fall. Join local micro bakery owner, Ami Kocher, for this in-person program as she brings her allergy friendly mad science lab to the Library for Celiac Awareness Month. She will discuss some of the techniques she uses for her business, Spooky's […] |
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We hope to reschedule a bouquet workshop with the presenter in the summer. Kids, bring a grownup and learn tips and tricks from Kailey Piper of Pretty Little Petals for making a beautiful bouquet to give to Mom! Limited supplies. *Registration required, call 309.243.5716 or stop by the circulation desk. |
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5 events,This is a short storytime designed for parents and caregivers with babies 0-23 months. Join us for some gentle baby bounces, stories, songs and rhymes.
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Come join other parents and caregivers at the library for coffee and snacks, plus coloring and toys for the babies and preschoolers.
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 2025 National Mah Jongg League card. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it along! 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 […] Mystery, suspense, thriller - fiction and nonfiction! No cozy titles here! Join us for a discussion of: Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn Email kkerckhove@dunlaplibrary.org for a Zoom meeting invite. |
4 events,This program will offer early literacy stations for preschoolers to play, learn, and develop early reading skills. Stations will include fun activities like collage art, play dough shaping, and practice cutting with scissors to help 3-5 year-olds develop hand strength and fine motor coordination.
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CANCELED - This event has been canceled by the presenter. We hope to reschedule later in the summer. Do you know what next steps to take so you can retire? Join us for this in-person presentation to learn insights to help you achieve your retirement goals by answering the following questions: Will I have enough […]
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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Register here! Desmond is a professor of sociology at Princeton University and author of the award-winning book, Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City. The recipient of a MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship, Desmond was named one of “fifty people across the country who are most influencing the national political debate” by Politico 50 in 2016. […] |
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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 […] 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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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!
Stop in each week after school for a different activity - snacks, crafts, board games, or movies! May 7: Decorate Mother's Day cards. May 14: Pop-Tart taste-testing. May 21: Summer craft.
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Creative Soul Gallery (208 N Second St) in Dunlap and the library are joining together to discuss "arty" reads. *Registration required. Horse by Geraldine Brooks 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 you would like to […] |
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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 […] 
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. 
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Whether you want a single fruit tree in your suburban backyard to provide the occasional summer treat or are looking to fill a farm with dozens of trees, there are several keys to success. Join us as we discuss the basics of growing fruit trees. Presented by Greg Armatys. *Registration required. Please call the library at […] |
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4 events,This is a short storytime designed for parents and caregivers with babies 0-23 months. Join us for some gentle baby bounces, stories, songs and rhymes.
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 2024 National Mah Jongg League card. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it along! 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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I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to attend!
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.
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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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 […] 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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Romance is the theme for this virtual book club. Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org toreceive the Zoom registration meeting invite to attend!
Stop in each week after school for a different activity - snacks, crafts, board games, or movies! May 7: Decorate Mother's Day cards. May 14: Pop-Tart taste-testing. May 21: Summer craft. |
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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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Let's get down to the facts. Gator Country: Deception, Danger, and Alligators in the Everglades by Rebecca Renner Email mweyeneth@dunlaplibrary.org to receive the Zoom registration meeting invite to attend.
Join Lydia Nosbisch, music therapist and early childhood music instructor, for this 30 min. music class for babies and toddlers and their accompanying adults. Each class provides opportunities for movement, learning, and music exploration.
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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. Meet upwith other Pokémon fans to trade your cards and do Pokémon activitieswhile watching a Pokémon movie! |
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2 events,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 […] |
7 events,Welcome to the 2nd Annual Read, Eat, Play Library Road Trip! We are excited for you to start your journey. We know you will have a great time exploring many of the 33 participating libraries as well as eateries, shops and parks to be discovered along the way! Please pick up a Road Trip Passport […] This program will offer early literacy stations for preschoolers to play, learn, and develop early reading skills. Stations will include fun activities like collage art, play dough shaping, and practice cutting with scissors to help 3-5 year-olds develop hand strength and fine motor coordination.
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A member of Senator Arellano's staff will be present to speak with constituents. Please stop by if you need any state assistance or would like to share your thoughts on legislation! Senator Arellano represents the Illinois 37th District.
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 […] Do you love to check out books to read at the Library? Or maybe you love to come here to play video games or make art projects with friends? If you're a kid between the ages of 9 and 12, we want you to join our club and share your ideas about how to make […] 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. |
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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 […] 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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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 […] |