Start the Week Story Time
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Monday, November 24
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.
Tween/Teen Chess Club
Time: 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Date: Monday, November 24
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.
The Art of Tattoos
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Date: Monday, November 24
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Bilder Family Meeting Room
Ready to dive into the world of body art? Join us for a special program with Jamie from DeKalb Tattoo Company! Jamie will guide you through the rich history and cultural significance of tattoos, exploring different styles and the artistic process behind creating permanent art on skin. This is your chance to get an inside look at the life of a tattoo artist and ask all your questions. Whether you’re thinking about your first tattoo, you’re an art lover, or you’re simply curious about this ancient practice, this program is for you. Registration is not required. This program 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, November 25
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, November 25
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, November 25
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, November 25
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, November 25
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, November 25
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.
Grief Support Group
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, November 25
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. 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.
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, November 25
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Bilder Family Meeting Room
Improve your knowledge of English and become more comfortable speaking in everyday situations. Practice basic English grammar concepts in conversation, learning how to ask and answer questions, expanding your vocabulary, and learning to understand the sounds of spoken English. This class is intended for adult participants at a low intermediate level of speaking English or higher, but all are welcome to attend. This program requires registration. There will be limited seats for unregistered patrons. For more information or to register, please contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.
All Ages Story Time
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, November 26
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, November 26
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.
Closed for Thanksgiving
Time: 3:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, November 26
Place: DeKalb Public Library
The library will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving. Have a safe and pleasant holiday!
Closed for Thanksgiving
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Date: Thursday, November 27
Place: DeKalb Public Library
The library will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving. Have a safe and pleasant holiday!
Toddler Time
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Friday, November 28
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Toddlers are at a great age to have fun reading and learning together! Toddlers soak up information from the world around them, and we expand their learning by reading, singing, and talking together. Toddler Time will feature books, songs, and activities especially aimed at children 18-36 months. Of course, older and younger siblings are welcome to attend, but please be aware they may find activities too simple or difficult. For more information, please contact John at johna@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Midday Movie Classics: The Natural (PG)
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Date: Friday, November 28
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Bilder Family Meeting Room
We pay tribute to the late actor Robert Redford with a viewing of The Natural (1984.) An unknown middle-aged batter named Roy Hobbs with a mysterious past appears out of nowhere to take a losing 1930s baseball team to the top of the league. 2h 2m. Light refreshments will be served. This movie is intended for adults. It is rated PG. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114.
Beyblade Club
Time: 2:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Date: Saturday, November 29
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
“3! 2! 1! Let it rip!” Practice your Beyblade battle skills in a no-pressure environment. The library will provide arenas to use, and a few older Beyblades will be available to borrow. You are encouraged to bring your own Beyblades since we will have a limited supply. You can also bring any of your own arenas or accessories to try out. There will be no specific structure or battle bracket followed, just free play. Play at your own risk; the library is not responsible for any damaged items. This program is intended for ages 6 and up. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Amanda at amandah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3301.
Queer Art Club
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Date: Sunday, November 30
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Queer Art Club consists of a mini lesson about an artist followed by free time to create. Bring whatever you’re working on from coloring books, to crochet, to drawing, to painting. The goal is to create while building community! This is a public event and all adults are welcome. No registration is required. For more information, contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.
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