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Second Entrance and Other Accessibility Options at DeKalb Public Library
Did you know that the DeKalb Public Library has a second entrance? This one is located on the east side of the building and has a shorter ramp than the main entrance, which makes it welcome choice for those using a walker or wheel chair. The ... READ MORE
Let’s go to LEGO club!
What do you call a group of LEGO builders? ...A block party! If building is your thing, LEGO club is the place for you! Every month we have a new theme for our club, where members can choose to follow along with the theme or ... READ MORE
It’s National Squirrel Day!
Did you know that January 21 is National Squirrel Day? National Squirrel Day was created by wildlife rehabilitator Christy Hargrove! This day is celebrated to recognize and appreciate our furry neighbors. Here are some fun facts ... READ MORE
Y2K Teen Reads
While the Y2K bug never happened (ask your older relatives about it), Y2K style and culture has made a comeback. You may have already raided closets for your aunt, uncle, older cousin’s (or even your parents’) old clothes. Maybe you’re ... READ MORE
“I Have A Dream…”
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday in the U.S. that takes place on the 3rd Monday in January. This holiday honors the life and legacy of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King Jr. left a legacy that ... READ MORE
January Teen Display: National Hobby Month
A new year means a new us, which means you will be seeing teen blog posts more often (thank you to those who travelled here from our Instagram). Why not start your New Year with a new hobby? In January, we’re celebrating National Hobby Month ... READ MORE
The Very Hungry Author: Eric Carle
Eric Carle is the author and illustrator of more than 70 books for very young children, including the most well known title: The Very Hungry Caterpillar! Eric Carle was born in 1929 in Syracuse, New York but moved to Germany with his ... READ MORE
January Display: Society for Creative Anachronism
January's Main Lobby display case showcases the Barony of Carraig Ban: the DeKalb area branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism. The Society for Creative Anachronism is an international educational nonprofit organization dedicated ... READ MORE
Gear up explorers, it’s National SCI-FI Day!
Attention, fellow Earthlings! On January 2nd, we celebrate Science Fiction Day, a tribute to the power of human imagination! If you’re a big fan of anything that has to do with the creative wonders of outer space and other interstellar ... READ MORE
Roku Streaming Sticks are Now Available
Roku Streaming Sticks are now available for checkout! We've been working on this project for awhile, and are excited for you to begin testing them out! Each Roku comes pre-loaded with paid subscriptions to a selection of your favorite ... READ MORE
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