Contact Information
Phone: (309) 921-5074
Fax: (309) 921-5075
Hours & Location
Address:
208 East Partridge Street
Metamora, IL 61548
Hours:
| Monday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Upcoming Events
Baby Bookworms
Stories, music, and movement activities designed specifically for our youngest readers!
Babies, caregivers, and older siblings are all welcome at Baby Bookworms!
Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Baby Bookworms.
Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue. It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees. Finally, it gives
Disclaimer(s)
Adult Supervision
IPDPL programming is not designed to be "drop and go" for children. Please have a parent, guardian, or another responsible caregiver present if your child is attending this program. Thank you!
Children Outdoors
Whenever possible, children's programming sessions will be held in outdoor green spaces, weather permitting. Please call the library at (309) 921-5074 if you have questions regarding any possible weather cancellations or alternate locations. In the event of inclement weather, sessions scheduled outdoors will be held inside the local library branch.
Story Time
Children of all ages are invited to join us for stories and songs, movement and music, and literacy and laughter!
All ages and developmental stages are welcome.
Due to space limitations, registration is requested for Story Time.
Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue. It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees. Finally, it gives our
Disclaimer(s)
Adult Supervision
IPDPL programming is not designed to be "drop and go" for children. Please have a parent, guardian, or another responsible caregiver present if your child is attending this program. Thank you!
Children Outdoors
Whenever possible, children's programming sessions will be held in outdoor green spaces, weather permitting. Please call the library at (309) 921-5074 if you have questions regarding any possible weather cancellations or alternate locations. In the event of inclement weather, sessions scheduled outdoors will be held inside the local library branch.
LEGO Free Play
Did you know that using only six 2 x 4 LEGO bricks, there are 915,103,765 possible building combinations? IPDPL has a LOT more than six LEGO bricks, so the combinations could be endless! Come to our drop-in LEGO Free Play session to build whatever is in your imagination!
Disclaimer(s)
Adult Supervision
IPDPL programming is not designed to be "drop and go" for children. Please have a parent, guardian, or another responsible caregiver present if your child is attending this program. Thank you!
LEGO Free Play
LEGO Free Play sessions are intended as an opportunity for children to exercise their creativity using LEGO bricks and pieces. All supplied LEGO bricks and pieces provided are the property of Illinois Prairie District Public Library and are not intended to be taken home. Completed LEGO builds may be displayed within the library at the discretion of library staff.
WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD: Standard LEGO pieces are intended and rated for children 3 years and up. LEGO pieces should not be placed in or near the mouth. LEGO pieces should not be swallowed as this can present a choking hazard.
Library Services
Children's Computers
Computers in the Children's department have educational programs, games, and videos preloaded. Students wishing to use library computers for general internet access should use the computers located adjacent to the Circulation desk. Children under the age of ten (10) must be accompanied and directly supervised at all times by a parent or other responsible caregiver. Please see the Unattended Children policy for details.
Copying & Printing
Copying & Printing is available at all branches. Copy/Print charges: $0.10 per side for black and white and $0.25 per side for color (i.e., a front-and-back black and white copy = $0.20). Oversized copies and specialty papers may have an additional charge.
Curbside Pickup
Have your books delivered to your car! Patrons may call the library from the parking area to ask to have library materials brought to them (within 15 minutes).
Faxing
Faxing is available through an online, digital fax service. Outgoing faxes are charged at a rate of $1.00 per page. The cost to print incoming faxes is based on standard copy and print charges.
Genealogy Help
Reference staff are available to help you find the items you need and assist you with your research. We can help you on the computer and show you how to use the library’s online resources. We welcome your questions!
Homebound Delivery
IPDPL is pleased to offer Homebound Delivery service to qualifying patrons in our service area. Homebound Delivery is available on a temporary or permanent basis, as needs indicate. Patrons (or caregivers) must apply and be approved.
Local History Collection
Our staff is available to help you find the items you need and assist you with your research. We can help you on the computer and show you how to use the library’s online resources. We welcome your questions!
Makerspaces
IPDPL offers a variety of creative resources in our Makerspaces, including Cricut cutting machines and a Bambu Lab 3D printer. We also offer instruction programs on using creative technology.
Meeting Rooms
Meeting rooms are available at the Germantown Hills, Metamora, and Roanoke branches. Meeting room reservation requests must be approved by staff prior to use and comply with the guidelines in the IPDPL Meeting Room policy.
Public Access Computers
Patrons may use desktop computers for free with a library card or guest pass. Computers use a Windows-based operating system and connect to the internet. Please see the Internet Use policy for details.
Public WiFi
IPDPL has free public wi-fi available at all branches.
Scanning
Document and photo scanning is available free of charge. Scans are made in color. Items may be scanned to a USB flash drive or can be emailed as an attachment.
Study Rooms
Study rooms are available at the Germantown Hills, Metamora, and Roanoke branches. Study rooms are available for walk-in use (if not previously reserved) and can accommodate up to 8 people. Room sizes vary by location.
Technology Help
Patrons can access additional materials and resources using the IPDPL Digital Library. Bring your smartphone or tablet to the library for assistance with eBooks and audiobooks, mobile apps, and more. Walk-ins are welcome, but scheduling an appointment in advance is encouraged.
Test Proctoring
The Metamora Branch offers test proctoring. Test proctoring accomodations are determined according to the needs of the instructor and on a case-by-case basis. For more information and to schedule a test proctoring session, email Dawn Smith at dawn@ipdpl.org.