

Youth Services Newsletter
February 2025

Hello, February!
Love, kindness, and creativity are in the air! This month, we’re celebrating with hands-on fun, including Be Mine Craft Time: Craft a Card on February 8 and Knot Your Average Valentine: Friendship Bracelets on February 12. Scroll down for more details on these programs and more!
Spots fill up fast, but we always do our best to accommodate as many participants as possible. If a program is full, don’t forget to join the waitlist and keep an eye on your email!
We can’t wait to see you at the library! ❤️
Program Calendars
Winter Reading: Fireside Fiction Fest
Warm up with a reading challenge this winter!
It's not too late to join!
Grab a book, snuggle up by the fire, and let the warmth of reading bring you rewards - win prizes just for doing what you love!
- Register online or in person for Fireside Fiction Fest
- Pick up a bookmark to track your reading
- Pick up a winter bucket list to earn extra entries
- Submit all entries by Saturday, March 1st
- Drawing will take place on Monday, March 3rd and winner will be contacted directly!
Start your winter adventure today!
February Kid Librarian
Janie G.
Janie is 9 years old and loves helping out, making friends, and reading graphic novels. 'Smile' by Raina Telgemeier is her all-time favorite. When she’s not at the library, you’ll find her playing soccer, hanging out with friends, or watching movies. Her favorite thing about the library? The people! When asked who at the library inspires her, Janie said "Mrs. Crystal because she is very kind and friendly." If you need a book recommendation, Janie’s got you covered... she recommends the 'I Survived' series, 'Smile,' 'Click' and 'Camp' from the 'Click' series by Kayla Miller, and any 'Bluey' book. Janie is creative, kind, and always brings a little extra joy to the library whenever she visits!
Program Registration
To register for any of our programs:
- Visit dplindiana.org/events
- Follow us on Eventbrite for program notifications
- Stop by a reference desk at the library
- Call 317-745-2604
Youth Book Clubs
Adult-ish Book Club
Teens 16+
February: Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood
Elementary Book Club
February: Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library by Chris Grabenstein
Upcoming Teen Programs
Join us during your upcoming DCSC Waiver Day!!
Teens, you've got the day off school so we made plans for you! Experience a day in the life of a Crime Scene Investigator, learn about finger printing, hear CSI stories straight from the source, and test your knowledge with crime scene trivia!
Upcoming Children's Programs
Be Mine, Craft Time: Craft a Card
Join us to create one-of-a-kind valentines to share with a friend or family member.
Knot Your Average Valentine: Bestie Friendship Bracelets
Bring your bestie and create friendship bracelets to exchange or keep!
Stories with STEAM
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math
come together during this monthly program
with a hands-on activity inspired by a children's book.
Elementary LEGO Club
Build friendship and imagination
brick by brick
at our monthly LEGO Club!
Toddler Tales
Mondays at 10:00 A.M.
Preschool Story Time
Tuesdays at 10:00 A.M.
March Program Highlights
Beyond the History Books: A Personal Holocaust Story
Sharie, Indiana resident, will join us to share her family's story. Her mother and maternal grandmother were the only two survivors of their large family. Her father is a WWII Historian and was a translator for the Nuremberg Trials in Germany for one year following WWII. Sharie's powerful story is one filled with survival, resilience, and remembrance. (Ages 13+)
Relax and Recharge: A Spring Staycation
Join us to create your own beeswax balm, calming bath salts, and personalize a sleep mask... A perfect way to spend a staycation day. (All ages are welcome)
The Great Pi(e) Bake Off
Celebrate Pi Day with us! We'll put our skills to the test with a mystery box pie challenge.
Bloom with Origami
Create a beautiful origami bouquet.
Dr. Seuss Day
Join us to celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday!!
Junior Chef
Decorate a cupcake with a delicious pot of gold at the end of the rainbow!
Social Media
Stay connected with us on social media!
Do you follow us on Facebook and Instagram? We're very active on both platforms, and it's the best way to stay informed about all our upcoming events and programs. Plus, you'll get to know our library staff through fun and entertaining posts and videos. Don't miss out—follow us today to stay in the know and be a part of our vibrant online community!
Friends of the Library
Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Library was founded to support the Danville Public Library in various ways. They sponsor library programs and assist in purchasing supplies and equipment needed for programs through membership dues and fundraising activities. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Friends of the Library, please visit our website here for more information. You may also click here to download a printable brochure and membership form.
Rosalie's Room
Rosalie's Room is open to library patrons daily. Materials in the room may be purchased with an "at will" donation and payment may be made at the circulation desk. All donations go directly to the Friends of the Library fund in order to support programs for children, teens, and adults.
General Information
Our Mission Statement
The Library will ensure its efforts, resources, and services
evolve to meet the ever-changing needs of a diverse community.
Library Director
Karyn Millikan
Danville-Center Township Public Library Hours and Address
Monday through Thursday
9:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Friday through Saturday
9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Sunday
Closed
101 South Indiana Street, Danville, IN, USA