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Winter Reads to Cozy Up With: A Book List for Adults
Ah, winter. That magical time of year when everything feels a bit quieter, a little slower, and so much colder. Whether you’re snowed in or just in search of the perfect excuse to stay under the covers, the right book can be the coziest ... READ MORE
December Display Case: Phineas Vaughan Blacksmith Shop
Thank you to the Glidden Homestead for setting up this month's display case, featuring the Phineas W. Vaughan Blacksmith Shop! Get a closer look at some of the beautiful handcrafted items made in the shop, and find more information about ... READ MORE
Happy Kwanzaa!
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, ... READ MORE
New Catalog Homepage
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 ... READ MORE
A Salute to African American Men and Women in the Military
“Often forgotten, often overlooked and often having to fight for the right to fight.” These words were part of Frederick Douglass’s appeal to Abraham Lincoln to let African American men fight in the Civil War. November is Veteran’s ... READ MORE
November Display Case – DeKalb Area Women’s Center
Our display case for this month has been set up by the DeKalb Area Women's Center! The DeKalb Area Women's Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving the DeKalb, IL area. They are a nonprofit, all-volunteer community ... READ MORE
Who Is Flying Above Us? The Birds of DKPL
Bird migration is one of nature’s most fascinating phenomena, and in Northern Illinois, we’re fortunate to have a front-row seat to these seasonal avian journeys. Each spring and fall, hundreds of bird species pass through this region, ... READ MORE
Honoring Veterans Day: Understanding and Researching Our Heroes’ Histories
Veterans Day, celebrated annually on November 11th in the United States, is more than just a day off work or school—it’s a moment to express gratitude and respect for the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. It’s a time when ... READ MORE
It’s Book Sale Time!
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 paperbacks ... READ MORE
October Display Case: Kishwaukee Valley Art League
Our October Main Lobby Display Case has been set up by the Kishwaukee Valley Art League! Stop by to see artworks from featured KVAL artists, and find out about their upcoming Holiday Arts & Crafts Market in November. Are you looking ... READ MORE
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