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Reading the Call Numbers
How do you answer the call of library books? Are you stuck in the stacks, scratching your head? Trying to navigate the numbers to find your perfect book? Understanding the call numbers on books can be confusing - and frustrating - if ... READ MORE
Sponsorships Available for 8 Countries in 1 Day
The DeKalb Public Library is pleased to announce that we will hold our tenth annual “8 Countries in 1 Day” celebration on Saturday, September 19, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. In 2025, we hosted performances by Xochitl-Quetzal Aztec Dance ... READ MORE
Riders Up! at the Kentucky Derby
Do you know about the Kentucky Derby? Let’s talk about it! The Kentucky Derby is a famous horse race that is held every year in Louisville, Kentucky. In 1872, Col. Meriwether Lewis Clark Jr. was inspired by famous horse races he saw in ... READ MORE
May Display Case: CASA DeKalb County
Our Main Lobby display case this month has been set up by CASA DeKalb County! CASA’s mission is to advocate for and serve as the voice for children in DeKalb County who have experienced abuse or neglect. So far in 2026, 49 CASA ... READ MORE
Spice of the Month: Unlocking Flavor and Debunking Kitchen Myths
When you hear the acronym 'MSG', what adjectives come to mind? Salty? Savory? Or do other, more sinister ideas creep in? Words like 'unhealthy', or even 'dangerous'? The history of this flavor enhancer is filled with politics, panic, and poor ... READ MORE
DKPL’s Open-Source Museum: Part 1
In 2022, DKPL brought back 8 Countries in 1 Day, an annual event that celebrates different regions of the world and their cultures. The Tech Desk & Studio Department celebrated Ancient Greece and used the library’s ... READ MORE
It Could Be Your Lucky Day!
Last week, one of my best friends (and most trusted reading advisors) posted the book Yesteryear on their Instagram story with the caption "5/5 MUST READ!" When I placed a hold on the book on our NEW PrairieCat Mobile App, I noticed that I was ... READ MORE
Miniature Painting Resources and Videos
For many people growing up and making models, there were no videos showing how to paint a model! Today there are plenty of artists who post their painting, design, and modelling processes on Youtube. This is a collection of useful, ... READ MORE
New Teen Graphic Novels and Manga
The graphic novel and manga catalogue is one of our most popular collections at the library. Our shelving bins are often full with the sheer number of titles checked out every week. With over 2,400 graphic novels and just over 2,070 manga, our ... READ MORE
“Shh-ing” the Stereotype: DKPL’s Tattooed Staff
It's okay to admit it: when you think of a librarian, you think of an older woman in a cardigan, a bun, and glasses with one of those long beaded strings connecting the arms. Here at DeKalb Public Library, we are lucky to have all kinds of ... READ MORE
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