Turkey - the portly poultry that’s synonymous with Thanksgiving. While you’ve probably heard the story that Ben Franklin wanted the turkey to be our national bird, you might be less familiar with Sarah Hale. Sarah Hale was known as “the mother of...
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Uncategorized, Adults, Personal Enrichment Nov 11, 2025
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, you might notice your mood dipping a bit. The “winter blues” are real, and many people feel less energetic and joyful during the colder months. Fortunately, your library is here to help! We have...
Adults, Making and Crafting Oct 29, 2025
Fall is in full swing, and it's the perfect time of year to get cozy with a great book and an (arguably) even greater beverage! We've curated a list of cocktail and mocktail recipes from the DeKalb Public Library's collection (find the books in the...
News, Adults, Books with All the Feels, Kids, Reading, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Teen Oct 14, 2025
The new PrairieCat Libraries Mobile app is now live in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store! Connect with your library right from your device - search the catalog, manage your account, place holds, renew materials, access digital...
Family Fun, Kids May 17, 2025
Bothered by getting bogged down in books? You’re not alone - Melvil Dewey was, too. Melvil Dewey was an American librarian who created the Dewey Decimal System (DDS). The Dewey Decima System provides an easy-to-understand way of finding your books....
News, Adults, Books with All the Feels, Kids, Reading, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Teen Dec 31, 2024
We surveyed our staff about their favorite books of 2024, and we want to share them with you as you build your reading list for the new year! Click on any title to place a hold, or call (815) 756-9568 ext. 2150 for...
Kids, Art and Crafts, Family Fun, Reading, Uncategorized Aug 13, 2024
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' Book Awards...
Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling Jul 29, 2024
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 own...
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