June 2019
Medicare Made Clear
There are more Medicare insurance options available than ever before. Finding the right plan requires careful consideration, and we know, an educated consumer will make the right choice. We are here to educate you on your Medicare insurance options. Licensed Sales Representative Carol Cherry discusses multiple plans of varying coverage and cost that can benefit your individual needs. This seminar is entirely FREE and open to all, no registration is required. For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or…
Find out more »Medicare Made Clear
There are more Medicare insurance options available than ever before. Finding the right plan requires careful consideration, and we know, an educated consumer will make the right choice. We are here to educate you on your Medicare insurance options. Licensed Sales Representative Carol Cherry discusses multiple plans of varying coverage and cost that can benefit your individual needs. This seminar is entirely FREE and open to all, no registration is required. For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or…
Find out more »Anime and Manga for Adults
By popular demand, the Anime/Manga Club has an adult chapter! Open to anyone ages 18+, whether you're a seasoned otaku or someone who remembers watching DragonBall as a kid and wants to reminisce. This program will feature games, snacks, and, of course, anime! No registration is required and attendance is FREE. For additional information, contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.
Find out more »July 2019
Tuesday Movie: Bridge to Terabithia (2007)
Based on the famous novel, A Bridge to Terabithia (2007) is a beautiful lesson in friendship for young and old. The life of Jesse (Josh Hutcherson), an adolescent, changes when he befriends Leslie (AnnaSophia Robb), the class outsider. The children create an imaginary world called Terabithia, which is inhabited by all manner of magical creatures. Though difficulties fill their ordinary lives, Jesse and Leslie rule as king and queen in Terabithia. Soon one of the friends must draw on the…
Find out more »Teen Ice Cream Social
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! We’ll learn how to make our own ice cream and hangout afterwards. The program is for teens (going into grades 6-12) only and will meet in the Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio. For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at techdesk@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 6103.
Find out more »Resume Workshop
Resumes are the first stepping stone to getting that job you’ve been thinking about applying to for awhile. The problem, however, is how do you present yourself in a way that convinces the employer they want to interview you? In this workshop we will address the basics of a resume (e.g. formatting, sections, time order) but also work on making sure our bullet points showcase our qualifications. Please bring a printed copy of your current resume with you. This workshop…
Find out more »Women’s Ambulance Safety Patrol – DeKalb Unit During WWII
Rockford Original Discovered in Archives! Veterans' Memorial Hall & Museum opened a scrapbook in their archives to unearth a Rockford first! On April 3, 1940, the women of Rockford founded W.A.S.P., the Women’s Ambulance Safety Patrol. Within months this effort swept nationwide and was THE first Women’s Ambulance program in the country. There is literally nothing about these women online, but after several months of intense research, this story and pictures are ready to be showcased! Come see if you…
Find out more »Lunar Landing for Teens
It’s the 50th anniversary of NASA’s Apollo 11 space flight to the Moon and we have some fun activities to share with teens! Join us to view highlights from the 1969 moon landing and other exiting space clips, code Sphero robots to maneuver the terrain of the Moon, conduct space activity simulations while wearing astronaut gloves, and be the first to complete a moon phase calendar using crème-filled cookies. Co-created with Amanda Durik, Ph.D., of NIU’s Psychology department, who has…
Find out more »American Sign Language Workshop
American Sign Language was officially recognized as a language in 1960, but has been used for many MANY years (prior to 1800's)! This visual language is fun and interesting to learn AND it has a rich culture attached to it. Join us to learn some of the basics (such as ABCs, colors, numbers) from an ASL Instructor from Northern Illinois University, who also is a member of the Deaf community. This event is FREE and open to anyone ages 15+.…
Find out more »Medicare Made Clear
There are more Medicare insurance options available than ever before. Finding the right plan requires careful consideration, and we know, an educated consumer will make the right choice. We are here to educate you on your Medicare insurance options. Licensed Sales Representative Carol Cherry discusses multiple plans of varying coverage and cost that can benefit your individual needs. This seminar is entirely FREE and open to all, no registration is required. For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or…
Find out more »Medicare Made Clear
There are more Medicare insurance options available than ever before. Finding the right plan requires careful consideration, and we know, an educated consumer will make the right choice. We are here to educate you on your Medicare insurance options. Licensed Sales Representative Carol Cherry discusses multiple plans of varying coverage and cost that can benefit your individual needs. This seminar is entirely FREE and open to all, no registration is required. For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or…
Find out more »Adult Coloring Club
In recent years the adult coloring trend has taken over. You’ll find adult coloring books on shelves at almost all retail stores and you consistently hear about the relaxation benefits from it. We’re excited to start an Adult Coloring Club that will take place once a month. This event is FREE and you are welcome to come and go as you please. Coloring pages will be provided along with supplies. However, supplies are limited so feel free to bring your…
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