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National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Did you know that September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month? When you have a library card, you open the door to access all types of information and resources in person and online. With a library card you can borrow books, movies, ... READ MORE
Free Streaming Services Coming to the Library of Things
Do you have too many streaming subscriptions? Is there a TV show or movie you would love to watch, but can't stand the thought of signing up for yet another free trial? The Library of Things will soon have a solution for you! Roku 4K ... READ MORE
Help Us Expand Our Library of Things!
Is there something that you wish you could borrow instead of buy? Telescopes? Fishing rods? Slide scanners? Cake pans? Gardening shears? Hot glue guns? Something else? To help you with any new interests or endeavors, we are expanding our ... READ MORE
August is Dog Month!
Dogs are known for their loyalty as man’s best friend, but aside from being great companions, many also take on additional roles that help all sorts of people with a variety of different things. Some work with police and military in ... READ MORE
ESL Resources at the DeKalb Public Library and at Kishwaukee Community College
If you're looking to improve your English or learn a new language at the DeKalb Public Library, we have a varied selection of resources: Don’t forget to visit us upstairs at the Children’s Department to check out our ... READ MORE
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is recognized each May and celebrates the cultures, heritage, and many achievements of the diverse Asian American and Pacific Islander Americans within and contributing to the history of the ... READ MORE
DeKalb Public Library Blood Drive
Become a donor, and give the gift of life! The American Red Cross will be conducting a blood drive at the DeKalb Public Library on Saturday, September 2nd from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Yusunas Meeting Room. An advance appointment ... READ MORE
City Mural Progress with Library Staff Volunteers
On July 17, volunteers from the DeKalb Public Library got to work helping our artist-in-residence, Danielle Casali, work on mosaic panels for the City of DeKalb mural that will adorn the south wall of City Hall. After a quick tutorial, we ... READ MORE
Why Summer Reading Is Important
We are over a month into Summer Reading! Great job to all who have participated and even completed the challenge. To those who have not, there is still time! Sign-up and read at least 10 hours by August 12 to win cool prizes and a chance at ... READ MORE
Teen Summer Reading Prizes
We are over a month into Summer Reading! Great job to all who have participated and even completed the challenge. To those who have not, there is still time! Sign-up and read at least 10 hours by August 12 to win cool prizes and a chance at ... READ MORE
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