“The world is dark and light is precious. Come closer, dear reader. You must trust me. I am telling you a story.” For this month’s Author highlight, we will be talking about Kate DiCamillo! Kate DiCamillo grew up in...
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Kids, Educational Connections, Library & Family Fun Jul 3, 2024
Did you know that DeKalb is home to some impactful history? DeKalb was home to Joseph Farwell Glidden, the inventor of one of the most widely used type of barbed wire! Joseph Farwell Glidden’s invention helped change the history of American West,...
Kids, Educational Connections, Reading Romp! Jul 1, 2024
National Bison month is celebrated to show respect for these peaceful animals, as well as to celebrate their comeback, as there was once a time where they nearly went extinct! There are two living species of Bison left: the American Bison and the...
Kids, Educational Connections, Library & Family Fun, Reading Romp! Jun 12, 2024
What’s the buzz with Cicadas? Cicadas are winged insects that are known for their loud and vibrant songs. These creatures start their lives as eggs, and they can live up to 17 years! Scientists divide Cicadas into two groups: annual and periodical....
News, Adults, Kids, Library & Family Fun, Personal Enrichment, Personal Enrichment, Seniors, Teen May 20, 2024
The DeKalb Public Library is pleased to announce that we will hold our ninth “8 Countries in 1 Day” on Saturday, September 14, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Last year we saw our largest attendance with over 1,100 people joining us to celebrate this...
Kids, Educational Connections, Library & Family Fun, Reading Romp! May 16, 2024
School might be over, but the learning doesn’t have to end! Summer Reading is a great way to continue learning over the summer, and we have thousands of books for you to choose from. Keep your reading skills sharp by reading with us this...
Kids, Educational Connections, Library & Family Fun, Reading Romp! May 13, 2024
This year, our theme for summer reading is Read, Renew, Repeat! According to the iRead prompt, the main idea behind this theme is conservation. Conservation as a movement focuses on protecting species from extinction, maintaining and restoring...
Educational Connections, Kids, Library & Family Fun, Reading Romp! May 6, 2024
Book Clubs are for everyone! When we participate in a book club, we are able to share our different thoughts and interpretations of the same story. This helps us learn to listen and value different opinions. Not only are Book Clubs a fun way talk...
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