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Today marks the 93rd anniversary of the Haish Memorial Library Building! Did you know that before this beautiful building was built, the DeKalb Public Library was located underneath a roller-skating rink? Read the full story of the...

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Spread the Love!

Feb 1, 2024

Give the DeKalb Public Library a shoutout on Wednesday, February 7, during WNIJ & WNIU's Spread the Love event! In honor of Valentine's Day, WNIJ & WNIU invite their listeners to share the love by supporting your local public radio...

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Second Entrance and Other Accessibility Options at DeKalb Public Library

Jan 30, 2024

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...

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January Display: Society for Creative Anachronism

Jan 4, 2024

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 to...

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Roku Streaming Sticks are Now Available

Dec 20, 2023

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...

Kids, Family Fun, News, Reading

Winter Reading Adventure Alert!

Dec 13, 2023

'Tis the season for winter reading! Get ready to cozy up with books that will take you on an incredible journey through "Where We Come From", because from December 7 to January 8, it's game time! Kids, this is not your average bingo challenge—it is...

News, Adults, Kids, Teen

December Display: WNIJ Hola

Dec 3, 2023

Each month, our display case in the Main Lobby showcases a different local organization, and this month’s display has been set up by WNIJ to highlight Hola! Hola is a new digital community designed to inspire greater engagement with Spanish...

News, Adults, Family Fun, Kids, Personal Enrichment, Teen

Holiday Events at the Library

Nov 30, 2023

The sun is setting earlier, the wind chill is getting chillier, and that means it's time for some warm holiday cheer! We've got you covered here at the library, with holiday and winter-themed events for all ages. Check out the full list below!Kid...

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November Display: Barb City Manor

Nov 10, 2023

Each month, our display case in the Main Lobby showcases a different local organization, and this month's display has been set up by Barb City Manor! Barb City Manor is a not-for-profit retirement home, located six blocks from downtown...

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Happy Anniversary, DKPL!

Spread the Love!

Second Entrance and Other Accessibility Options at DeKalb Public Library

January Display: Society for Creative Anachronism

Roku Streaming Sticks are Now Available

Winter Reading Adventure Alert!

December Display: WNIJ Hola

Holiday Events at the Library

November Display: Barb City Manor

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