Meet-and-Greet with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Time: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Date: Monday, January 12
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Main Lobby
Meet the staff from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and find out about the resources they offer including upcoming events and programs in English and Spanish. This booth is free and open to all. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Leah at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2112 or at leahh@dkpl.org.
Start the Week Story Time
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Monday, January 12
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
This story time will feature books, songs, and activities aimed at children 18 months – 4 years. Older and younger siblings are welcome to attend, but please be aware they may find activities too simple or too difficult. For additional information please contact Stormy at stormye@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3310.
Converting VHS Tapes to DVDs
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Date: Monday, January 12
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Attend this live workshop where you’ll learn all about the technology used to convert your VHS tapes to DVDs and digital formats for long-term storage. This program is intended for teens and adults. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Patrick at patrickc@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2115.
Tabletop Paint and Play
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Date: Monday, January 12
Place: DeKalb Public Library, 309 Creative
Tween/Teen Chess Club
Time: 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Date: Monday, January 12
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced, come to Chess Club to learn and be challenged! Snacks will be provided. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the DeKalb Public Library and is intended for youth ages 9-18. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Steven at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3400 or at stevenm@dkpl.org.
Friends of the Library Meeting
Time: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Date: Monday, January 12
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Bilder Family Meeting Room
The public is invited to attend and observe the monthly meetings of the Friends of the DeKalb Public Library. This non-profit volunteer organization raises funds to support library programs and purchase library books and materials. Meetings are held on the second Monday of the month at 5:00 p.m. Meetings are used to plan the biannual used book sales, discuss various issues, and consider funding requests made by library staff. This meeting is open to teens and adults. No registration is required. Click here for more information about the Friends. For additional information, please contact the Friends at friends@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1030.
Digitizing 8mm Reels
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Monday, January 12
Place: DeKalb Public Library, 309 Creative
Enjoy an in-depth tutorial and live demonstration of our 8mm digitizing technology and learn everything you need to digitize your own 8mm reels! This program is intended for teens and adults. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Patrick at patrickc@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2115.
Romance Book Club: The Dead Romantics
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Date: Monday, January 12
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Prepare for swoon-worthy reads and lively conversations with fellow romance lovers! We meet each month to discuss our latest romantic read — sharing thoughts, feelings, and favorite moments along the way. From steamy westerns and eerie sci-fi love stories to sweeping historical romances, our carefully chosen selections span the full spectrum of the genre. Whether you’re a longtime romance reader or just starting to explore, you’ll find your perfect match here! Books are available in Adult Services. No registration is required. This book club is intended for adults. For additional information, please contact Amy at amyf@dkpl.org or call (815) 756-9568 ext. 2150.
Book Babies
Time: 9:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children ages 0-36 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home! For more information, please contact Laura at lauraw@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Time: 9:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3–5-year-old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten. Preschool story times are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s). For more information, please contact John at johna@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Time: 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
After story time, young children can get creative and make a simple craft that ties into the week’s theme! This program features a different project every week and plenty of opportunity for little hands to explore, imagine, and create. For additional information, please contact Amanda at amandah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3301.
Book Babies
Time: 10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children ages 0-36 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home! For more information, please contact Laura at lauraw@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Preschool Story Time
Time: 10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3–5-year-old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten. Preschool story times are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s). For more information, please contact John at johna@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Time: 10:45 – 11:15 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
After story time, young children can get creative and make a simple craft that ties into the week’s theme! This program features a different project every week and plenty of opportunity for little hands to explore, imagine, and create. For additional information, please contact Amanda at amandah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3301.
Senior Book Club: The Orphan Train
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Meet with us the second Tuesday of every month for a book club just for seniors. We will be discussing The Orphan Train: A Novel by Christina Baker Kline. Between 1854 and 1929, thousands of orphaned, abandoned, or poor children were put on trains to travel from East Coast cities to Midwest farmlands to suffer an unknown fate – either to be adopted by loving families or delivered to a life of hard labor and servitude. These were the Orphan Trains, and 150,000-250,000 children suffered this fate. Read about one such child in Christina Baker Kline’s novel, The Orphan Train. Books will be available in the Adult Services Department. Some large print copies may be attainable. This book club is intended for adults. No registration is required. This program is part of the America 250 initiative, celebrating our nation throughout the year. For additional information, please contact Kathy at kathyh@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2110.
Grief Support Group
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Bilder Family Meeting Room
Join others going through grief and loss and receive support in a safe and confidential setting with facilitation from the Family Service Agency of DeKalb County. In this ongoing grief support group, you will have the opportunity to share your experiences with grief, receive insight from peers and the facilitator on the grieving process, and learn more about grief. This group is open to adults experiencing grief from any loss, no matter where they are on this journey. A virtual option to attend this session is also available. This grief support group does not replace other mental health services. If you need individual counseling or other mental health services, call 211 to find support in your area. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or need immediate attention for a non-life-threatening mental health need, please call 988. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911. This support group is free and intended for adults. No registration is required. For additional information about this program. please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.
DeCarbon Dialogues: Real Talk, Real Neighbors, Real Change
Time: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Yusunas Meeting Room
January is the perfect month to dream, design, and dig into next year’s garden long before the soil thaws. Join us for a warm and lively double-feature all about planning a beautiful, resilient, climate-friendly garden right here in DeKalb County. Local experts will walk you through how to create gardens that nurture the land and feed your household. Bring your questions, your sketchbook, your seed catalog wish list, and your winter gardening optimism. Perfect for beginners, seasoned gardeners, and anyone who loves plants with a purpose. This program is intended for adults. It does not require registration. For more information, contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.
Aim for Your Best Financial Life
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Zimmerman Meeting Room
Join us for an introductory monthly seminar for people looking to aim for their best financial life by putting a plan in place. The presentation will be led by Agam Jayantara, a financial advisor with Tri State Wealth Advisors (Prudential). The event will be geared towards younger adults, but everyone is welcome. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2150.
All Ages Story Time
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, January 14
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Join us for an all-ages story time! We’ll be reading books, singing songs, blowing bubbles, and having loads of literary fun. This program is intended for children ages 0-5, although older siblings are welcome to attend if they’d like. For more information, please contact John at johna@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Craft Corner
Time: 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, January 14
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
After story time, young children can get creative and make a simple craft that ties into the week’s theme! This program features a different project every week and plenty of opportunity for little hands to explore, imagine, and create. For additional information, please contact Amanda at amandah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3301.
Genealogy for Beginners
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, January 14
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Yusunas Meeting Room
Genealogy is a fun hobby, but it can be intimidating to get started. How do I create my family tree? How do I get started searching? Do I need to go places to research, or can I research at home with my computer? We’ll address these questions and more. In January we’ll focus on finding and using military records. If you wish, you may bring your laptop and follow along. This program is free and does not require registration. It is intended for adults. For more information, please contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.
Teen Advisory Group
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, January 14
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Teen Room
Let us know which books, games, programs, and services you want at your library. Develop interpersonal skills, earn volunteer hours, contribute to your community, and have fun, too! Snacks will be provided. This group is intended for teens in grades 6-12. This program is first come, first served as space is limited. For additional information, please contact Steven at stevenm@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 3400.
Pokémon Club
Time: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, January 14
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Each month, we will feature a different Pokémon in our “Pokémon Spotlight”. During Pokémon Club, you will discover how to be a Pokémon trainer! You will learn interesting things about your Pokémon, learn about different moves, and the evolutions. After training, stay for a colorful Pokémon craft and fun activity. In January we will highlight Eiscue. This club is intended for ages 5-13. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Stormy at stormye@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Teen Art Club
Time: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, January 14
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Teen Room
Draw, craft, or make-and-take and display your creativity at Teen Art Club! We’ll have new projects and art materials to try at every meeting. This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12. No registration is required but this program is first come, first served as supplies are limited. For additional information, please contact Jesus at juanb@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 6109.
3D Printing: Articulated & ‘Flexi’ Designs
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, January 14
Place: DeKalb Public Library, 309 Creative
You might be familiar with the popular 3D designs that bend and move right from the print bed. Interested in designing your own? Join us to explore how you can bring these charming designs to life. This program is intermediate level and recommended for people who already have Tinkercad experience. Depending on number of attendees and available time, your prints might be made after the program. If they are, you will receive an email or phone call when you can come pick them up. Space is limited and on a first come, first served basis. The program is open to teens and adults. For additional information, please contact Pen Novus at penn@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.
Teen Bingo
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, January 14
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Teen Room
Compete against your friends and make new pals during a fast-paced game of Bingo. There will be prizes! First come, first served as spots to participate are limited. This event is intended for teens in grades 6-12. For additional information, please contact Yoonek at yooneks@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2450.
Library Board Meeting
Time: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, January 14
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Bilder Family Meeting Room
This is the monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees. This meeting is open to the public. For additional information, please contact the library at (815) 756-9568 or reference@dkpl.org.
Play Group for Children with Special Needs
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Thursday, January 15
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Experience the freedom of a relaxed atmosphere, where there’s no need to stifle excitement or confine movement during this less structured play group. Tailored for children with special needs aged 0-5 years, this program is designed for families to engage with and meet other families without the pressure of keeping children quiet or in one place. Toys such as cars, puzzles, magna-tiles, books, and stepping stones will be incorporated, and every child may engage in activities that cater to their unique interests and abilities. While aimed at children aged 0-5, children of all ages are welcome. This program is free and open to all. Registration is not required. Parents must be present. For more information, please contact Theresa at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350 or at theresaw@dkpl.org.
Digital Literacy Programs: Online Safety
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Date: Thursday, January 15
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Zimmerman Meeting Room
This 8-part, biweekly program helps our 55+ patrons improve their digital literacy. Whether you attend all 8 programs or just one, we want you to feel more confident using technology by building practical skills to stay connected with friends, family, and community. Each session covers a couple topics. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own laptops and smartphones to use when applicable, but will also have access to library computers during the class. This program is intended for patrons 55+ and is first come, first served. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Patrick at patrickc@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2115.
Memory Café
Time: 10:30 – 11:45 a.m.
Date: Thursday, January 15
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Yusunas Meeting Room
Memory Cafés provide a safe place for those experiencing memory loss and their care partners to socialize and have fun with others in similar situations. We’ll have coffee and chat about topics such as birthdays or vacations, and enjoy arts and crafts, music, or a presentation. There will also be free resources about healthy aging, living well with Dementia, and caregiver support to take home. Memory Café is sponsored by Care Patrol and Off the Leash Coffee Company. First time attendees please email Susan at susang@dkpl.org or call (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114 and give names of care partner and guest.
PrairieCat On the Go
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Date: Thursday, January 15
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Bilder Family Meeting Room
Do you want to make holds, renew books, pay fees, access your library card, and keep up with library events on the go? Do all of these and more with the new PrairieCat app! Learn how to download the app, how to log in, and how to use all the cool features the app has to offer! Bring your smart device and your library card, and get ready to learn! This program is free to attend. Registration is not required. This program is intended for adults, but teens are welcome, too. For additional information, please contact Amy at amyf@dkpl.org or call (815) 756-9568 ext. 6108.
Bookworm Barbs: Orris and Timble, the Beginning
Time: 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.
Date: Thursday, January 15
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Orris the rat lives alone. It is safer that way. But that doesn’t mean he isn’t ready to “make the good and noble choice” (as his sardine can reminds him). But what if “the good and noble choice” means rescuing Timble the owl from a trap? Surely, he can’t be expected to risk his life! Will Orris survive the consequences? Orris and Timble: The Beginning is our Bookworm Barbs book for January. Bookworm Barbs is our book club for students in grades K-2. We read shorter chapter books with lots of pictures. Older first and second grade students may be able to read on their own, but the books also make a nice family read aloud, too. Bookworm Barbs is a book party! Not only will we talk about the book, we’ll enjoy a snack and do a craft, too. Pick up a copy of the book at the Children’s Department Desk while supplies last. Please register at dkpl.org, as space is limited. For additional information or help with registration, please contact Laura at lauraw@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
BARB Book Club: Mr. Penguin and the Lost Treasure
Time: 5:00 – 5:45 p.m.
Date: Thursday, January 15
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Mr. Penguin is a Professional Adventurer. Well, he will be—as soon as he gets his first adventure! Then the Museum of Extraordinary Objects calls for help finding a secret buried treasure. Can Mr. Penguin and his sidekick Colin (a spider who does kung fu) solve clues, survive a jungle, and outwit jewel thieves to retrieve the treasure? Mr. Penguin and the Lost Treasure is our BARB book club book this month. BARB (Books Are Really Brilliant) book club is for students in grades 3-5. At our meeting, we talk about the book, but that’s not all! We’ll also play a game and eat a fun snack inspired by the book. Pick up a copy of Mr. Penguin and the Lost Treasure and a free bookmark at the Children’s Department desk while supplies last. Registration at dkpl.org is required to attend this book club, as space is limited. For additional information or help with registration, please contact Laura at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350 or at lauraw@dkpl.org.
NIU STEM Café: Robotics
Time: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Date: Thursday, January 15
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Yusunas Meeting Room
In partnership with NIU STEAM, our monthly Teen & Family STEM Cafés are back in the new year! This session will feature a presentation by the NIU Robotics club followed by hands-on activities related to robotics. This free presentation is for teens, but open to all ages. Free pizza is available to those who attend. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Steven at stevenm@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 3400.
The Singing and Acting Career of Frank Sinatra
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Date: Thursday, January 15
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Bilder Family Meeting Room
Frank Sinatra has been a household name for many decades, and he has gone on to become one of the best-selling musical artists in the world. He has sold an estimated 150 million records over the course of his career and has been given the nicknames “The Voice”, “Ol’ Blue Eyes”, “Chairman of the Board” and “The Sultan of Swoon”. He has starred in a vast variety of motion pictures, including: “Take Me Out to the Ball Game,” “Double Dynamite,” “Young at Heart,” “From Here to Eternity” and “Meet Me in Las Vegas.” During this program we will discuss many of Frank Sinatra’s best-known musical and cinematic achievements, with listening and viewing examples from each respective category. This program is free and intended for teens and adults. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Tom at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2150 or thomask@dkpl.org.
Diamond Painting: Snow-themed Magnets
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Thursday, January 15
Place: DeKalb Public Library, 309 Creative
Relax and make a diamond painting using provided supplies! Diamond painting is a creative craft that feels a bit like painting by numbers but involves putting tiny pieces or “diamonds” onto a sticky canvas to create a shimmering mosaic-like image. Come unwind, socialize, and leave with your own sparkling mini artifact. This program is first come, first served as space is limited. Intended for teens and adults. For additional information, please contact the tech desk at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851 or at hadleyo@dkpl.org.
Shake Out the Wiggles
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Friday, January 16
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Yusunas Meeting Room
Bring your little ones to “Shake the Wiggles Out” with song, rhythm, and dance with Miss Stormy. We will sing songs and dance out our wiggles! This event is free. No registration is required. Intended for pre-K children. For additional information, please contact Stormy at stormye@dkpl.org or at (815)756-9568 ext. 3350.
Midday Movie Classics: The Outlaw Josey Wales (PG)
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Date: Friday, January 16
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Bilder Family Meeting Room
Do you love talking about movies? Are you a fan of movies from the ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s? This is where you belong. Movie trivia, lemonade, coffee and popcorn served. Josey Wales (Clint Eastwood) watches helplessly as his wife and child are murdered, by Union men led by Capt. Terrill (Bill McKinney). Seeking revenge, Wales joins the Confederate Army. He refuses to surrender when the war ends, but his fellow soldiers go to hand over their weapons – and are massacred by Terrill. Wales guns down some of Terrill’s men and flees to Texas, where he tries to make a new life for himself, but the bounty on his head endangers him and his new surrogate family. 2h 15m. This movie is intended for adults. It is rated PG. Registration is not required. This program is sponsored by Garlisch Automotive Services. For more information, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114.
2D Animation: Snowball Throw
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Date: Friday, January 16
Place: DeKalb Public Library, 309 Creative
The primitive act of throwing objects is a common action which every aspiring animator ought to learn. Using pencils and paper, participants will animate a simple character throwing a snowball! This program is open to tweens, teens, and adults. It is first come, first served as space is limited. For additional information, please contact Isaac at isaacl@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.
Dolly Parton Imagination Library Birthday Celebration
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Date: Saturday, January 17
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Dolly Parton will be 80 years old this month, and the library is celebrating in style! Bring your little ones for a fun-filled event featuring cookies, crafts, dancing, and storytelling. You can also take your picture with a Dolly Parton life-sized cardboard cutout! Parents can register their children (ages 0-4) at dkpl.org to receive free books every month through the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, an incredible early literacy program. Don’t miss this chance to encourage a lifelong love of reading and celebrate books together with friends and neighbors! This event is part of the America 250 initiative; celebrating our nation throughout the year. Thank you to the Friends of the DeKalb Public Library, Lehan’s, BASICS DeKalb County, Altrusa International DeKalb County IL, and the DeKalb County Community Foundation, for sponsoring The Dolly Parton Imagination Library in DeKalb County. This event is intended for families with children. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Date: Saturday, January 17
Place: DeKalb Public Library, 309 Creative
Enjoy ‘me time’ with a warm beverage and a creative project. Paint something for yourself or a loved one! Relax and be inspired on this meditative journey to make whatever comes into your mind or spirit. Not feeling it? We have painting kits that you can use. All materials are provided to paint a canvas. No instructions necessary. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Anna at annas@dkpl.org or (815)756-9568 ext. 2851.
The Barbed Wire Roller Derby: Barbed and Dangerous!
Time: 2:00 – 3:15 p.m.
Date: Saturday, January 17
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Yusunas Meeting Room
Did you know that DeKalb has a roller derby team? Formerly known as the “Barbed Wire Betties”, the “Barbed Wire Roller Derby” has been training and competing since 2012. Get to know the team, its history, and their training process. Afterwards, you can attend a game at 6:00 p.m. at the YMCA in Sycamore. This is a free event. Registration is not required. Tickets for the game are 50% off for program attendees. Children aged 8 and under can attend for free. For more information, contact Leah at leahh@dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568 ext. 2112.
Sip n’ Sew: Coffee Cozies
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Date: Sunday, January 18
Place: DeKalb Public Library, 309 Creative
Coffee too hot? Weather got you down? Sew a coffee cozy for your favorite mug! Learn machine and hand sewing basics. Bring your mug for sizing. Tea, Coffee, and snacks will be provided. No registration required, but this program is first come, first served as seats are limited. This program is intended for adults. If you have questions, please reach out to Amber ambers@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.
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