We want to extend our thanks to everyone who participated in one of the many programs this year that have focused on giving back to our community. If you fulfilled a local senior’s wish from the Giving Tree, donated winter clothing to...
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Kids, Educational Connections, Library & Family Fun, Reading Romp! Dec 2, 2024
Kwanzaa is a holiday that is celebrated from December 26th to January 1st. This holiday was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga during the black power movement to honor African American people, their struggles in the U.S., their heritage, and...
News, Adults, Books with All the Feels, Kids, Library & Family Fun, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Seniors, Teen Nov 21, 2024
The next time you need a good book recommendation, head to our catalog homepage! The DKPL Vega homepage will now feature different book recommendations each month, spanning different ages, genres, and interests. Keep an eye out for seasonal...
News, Adults, Books with All the Feels, Kids, Library & Family Fun, Personal Enrichment, Personal Enrichment, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Seniors, Teen Nov 1, 2024
It’s that time of year again: The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is almost here! November 15-17, join us during the library’s opening hours in the lower level for an astonishing selection of great quality hardcovers and...
Adults, Art and Crafts, Creative Art Scene, Kids, Library & Family Fun, Making and Crafting, Making and Crafting, News, Personal Enrichment, Personal Enrichment, Seniors, STEAM Adventures, Teen Oct 4, 2024
We’ve been planning for the Halloween season since the first candy corn appeared on grocery store shelves! (Which was sometime in July, by our recollection.) Now that the leaves are officially falling, it’s time to head to the...
Kids, Art and Crafts, Educational Connections, Library & Family Fun, Reading Romp!, Uncategorized Sep 22, 2024
On many occasions, artists can help bring a story to life. This has been the case for Sara Palacios. Sara Palacios is a Mexican artist who has illustrated multiple childrens books including Between Us and Abuela , ‘Twas Nochebuena, and Martina Has...
Kids, Educational Connections, Library & Family Fun, Reading Romp!, Uncategorized Sep 10, 2024
Every year, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15th to October 15th . During this month we make the time to honor the cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx America. National Hispanic Heritage Week was established by...
Kids, Adults, Library & Family Fun, Personal Enrichment, Personal Enrichment, Seniors Sep 3, 2024
Did you know your Illinois library card can do more than just check out items at DKPL? That’s right! Your trusty library card is like a golden ticket, giving you access to a treasure trove of resources all over the state. From exploring new...
Kids, Educational Connections, Library & Family Fun, Reading Romp!, Uncategorized Sep 3, 2024
The Monarch Awards is a Readers’ Choice Award for readers grades K-3! This award was established in 2003 by the Illinois Media Association (ISLMA). One of the main goals of this award is help familiarize younger children with books, authors and...
News, Adults, Art and Crafts, Creative Art Scene, Kids, Library & Family Fun, Making and Crafting, Making and Crafting, Personal Enrichment, Personal Enrichment, Seniors, Teen Aug 31, 2024
Our biggest event of the year is just around the corner! On Saturday, September 14, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., each room in the library will represent a different country, and let you explore the globe! The eight countries...
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