Have you ever heard a strange story about an abandoned house on the other side of town, a mysterious figure lurking in the library, or a ghost who appears on a lonely road at midnight? Perhaps a stranger has told you about a friend of a friend who...
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News, Adults, Family Fun, Kids, Personal Enrichment Oct 7, 2026
Whether you're feeling nostalgic for 1996 or 1896, we've got the sweet treats that will take you back to your favorite bygone era! On Saturday, October 17, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m., come to our Retro Trick-or-Treat! Multiple locations...
News, Adults, Personal Enrichment Aug 31, 2026
We are proud to announce that The Legacy Wall, created by The Legacy Project in Chicago, will be arriving to our library this fall! This exhibit will be on display in our Main Lobby from November 7 to 20. This one-of-a-kind,...
Adults, News, Personal Enrichment Aug 25, 2026
Every August, thousands of people fill downtown DeKalb for a beloved tradition: Corn Fest! With free sweet corn, live music, local vendors, carnival rides, and community spirit, the festival has become a highlight of the summer....
Personal Enrichment, Adults, News, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling Aug 5, 2026
Sadako Sasaki images: Children’s Memorial, Hiroshima, Japan, Sadako Sasaki in formal kimono, International Peace Crane Forever Stamp, Brother Maschiro & Sadako, American Newspapers days following the Atomic Bomb drop in 1945, images of the afte...
Personal Enrichment, Maker Machines, Makers, STEM Aug 4, 2026
The Open-Source Museum isn't just for showcasing artifacts that people otherwise might not be able to see (much less touch!) themselves. It's also a way to show off our 3D printers and give examples on how a model can look different from an...
Personal Enrichment, Maker Machines, Makers, STEM Jul 6, 2026
The artifacts printed for Ancient Greece and Ancient Egypt as part of 8 Countries in 1 Day were such a hit that it was obvious they needed to be kept around. However, their proper location in 309 Creative wasn't created until 2025: the Open-Source...
News, Adults, Family Fun, Kids, Personal Enrichment, Teen Jun 29, 2026
The first half of 2026 has been a whirlwind as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and we're just getting started! Below you'll find information about our featured events commemorating this...
Personal Enrichment, Maker Machines, Makers Jun 5, 2026
After celebrating Ancient Greece for 2022's 8 Countries in 1 Day, the Tech Desk & Studio Department moved on to Ancient Egypt in 2023. Dozens of artifacts, amulets, and statues were printed for the event, though the majority were...
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