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Sponsorships Available for 8 Countries in 1 Day
The DeKalb Public Library is pleased to announce that we will hold our eighth “8 Countries in 1 Day” on Saturday, September 16, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Last year we saw our largest attendance with over 300 people joining us to celebrate ... READ MORE
Explore the District 428 Virtual Backpack!
Parents and Students in District 428, have you explored the Virtual Backpack lately? Visit https://www.dist428.org/virtual-backpack/ to find library and community events for kids, teens, and families! No login is required. You can also ... READ MORE
Friends of Library to Participate in Give DeKalb County
It's that time of year again! DeKalb County Non-profit Partnerships (DCNP) hosts their annual Give DeKalb County donation campaign, and the Friends of the DeKalb Library will once again be participating. Last year the Friends made over $5,000 ... READ MORE
DeKalb Public Library Featured in New Values Magazine
The March 2023 New Values magazine is now available! You can pick up a copy from the Community Center on the main level, in between the self-checkout stations. Be sure to check out page six, promoting the library's World of Reading event on ... READ MORE
Library Staff Witness Largest Paper Snowflake
Nearly a year ago, several DeKalb Public Library employees were lucky to be invited to act as official witnesses to Northern Illinois University students and staff creating the largest paper-cut snowflake. We just received word that NIU ... READ MORE
Library to offer use of display case to non-profits
As part of the DeKalb Public Library's function to provide access to community resources, we will begin to offer the use of a glass display case in the library’s main lobby to local non-profits! This initiative will start in ... READ MORE
Social Worker at the Library
In partnership with University of Michigan: starting in February and throughout 2023, a social work intern will be on site at DKPL to offer confidential consultations and referrals to resources in the community. Sessions may include making ... READ MORE
STEM Kit: Star Gazing
Do you love to look at the stars, but you aren't sure what you're looking at? This kit is for you! Filled with materials to help you enjoy the night sky, this kit will help you to learn the constellations and enjoy the heavens. STEM Kit: ... READ MORE
STEM Kit: Hiking
It's time to get outdoors and experience the beauty of Northern Illinois! We've got a STEM kit designed to help you do that. If your children are like mine, they are always pointing to something outside and saying, "What is that?" This kit will ... READ MORE
Drama by Raina Telgemeier Read Alike Books
The Spine Crackers Tween Book Club recently read Drama for our discussion. If you like Drama or any of Raina Telgemeier's books, might also like these books. READ MORE
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