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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
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 ... READ MORE
On Vacation? Don’t Forget Your Library Card!
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 ... READ MORE
Spread your Wings with Monarch
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 ... READ MORE
8 Countries in 1 Day
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 ... READ MORE
Not to be Corny…
We know that DeKalb is known for its barbed wire, but it’s also known for its corn!In fact, it’s so popular, that we even have an entire fest dedicated to this delicious vegetable. The DeKalb Corn Fest actually started off as a corn ... READ MORE
English Language Tutoring Available
Are you or someone you know looking for more practice with the English language? Individual appointments for English language tutoring are now available at the library! Click here to submit your request, and we'll get in touch to ... READ MORE
The Caudill Young Readers’ Book Award 2025 Nominees are in!
The Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Awards are coming up soon. If you aren't familiar with these awards, there is no need to fret! We'll give you a bit of information about this interesting award. The Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' ... READ MORE
August is Family Fun Month
Did you know that August is national Family Fun Month? Spending time with family is a great way to spend the last few weeks of summer break, so here are a few things that you can do to celebrate this month: If you’re ... READ MORE
The Case for Audiobooks
Let's talk about the age-old debate: audiobooks vs. physical books. Some people swear by the feel of a good old paperback, while others can't get enough of the convenience of listening to stories on the go. But here's the thing—both have their ... READ MORE
Partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
The DeKalb Public Library is proud to announce a partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library! Each month, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library mails a high quality, age appropriate book to all registered children, addressed to ... READ MORE
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