Start the Week Story Time
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Monday, December 29
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.
Teens vs. Teen Staff
Time: 3:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Date: Monday, December 29
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Teen Room
Celebrate winter break by competing for bragging rights and prizes against teen services staff in video games, air hockey, board games, and more! Intended for teens in grades 6-12. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Steven at stevenm@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3400.
Needle Felting Wool Dryer Balls
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Monday, December 29
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Join us for a hands-on needle felting workshop where adult (18+) patrons will create unique designs on wool dryer balls. Learn the basics of needle felting while crafting eco-friendly, personalized dryer balls to take home. No prior experience needed, just bring your creativity! No registration is required. For additional information, contact Amy at amyf@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 6108.
Grief Support Group
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, December 30
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. Click on the link below or enter the meeting ID in Zoom to attend. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88959415221 Meeting ID: 889 5941 5221. 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.
Caring for Houseplants
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, December 30
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Zimmerman Meeting Room
You might not be ready to think about spring gardening yet, but your houseplants could use some winter love! We’ll talk about best practices for caring for houseplants and the needs of various popular indoor plant species. 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. 2150.
Noon Year’s Day Countdown & Confetti Toss
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, December 31
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
We’re waddling into the New Year in style with a penguin-themed Noon Year’s bash! As the clock approaches 12:00, we’ll celebrate its advent with a countdown and confetti toss. Listen to a short story, have some festive fun as we make penguin hats and confetti poppers, then grab noisemakers and parade through the department, ending in the Story & Activity Room to begin the countdown and release a flurry of confetti. Registration is not required. This drop-in program is for children of all ages, but children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. For additional information, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Closed for New Year’s Eve
Time: 3:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, December 31
Place: DeKalb Public Library
The library will close early in observance of New Year’s Eve. Have a safe and pleasant holiday!
Closed for New Year’s
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Date: Thursday, January 1
Place: DeKalb Public Library
The library will be closed in observance of New Year’s. Have a safe and pleasant holiday!
Anime & Manga Club
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Date: Friday, January 2
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Join us to discuss anime and manga, play games, and watch anime! Veteran otaku and newbie weaboos alike are welcome. This program is intended for teens, grades 6-12. It is first come, first served as space is limited. For additional information, please contact Hadley at hadleyo@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.
Gingerbread Man Story Time
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Date: Saturday, January 3
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Run, run as fast as you can, to the library to see the Gingerbread Man! Cozy up with your favorite blanky in our children’s story time room while Miss Stormy, and her friend ‘Gingy’, read and sing-along to their favorite Gingerbread Man tale. Following story time, stay for some warm cocoa and to decorate your very own ‘Sugar Cookie Man’. This program is free and intended for ages 3-12. Younger children will need a parent to assist. This program will be first come, first served, as space and supplies are limited. For more information, please contact Stormy at stormye@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3310.
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Date: Saturday, January 3
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Run, run as fast as you can, to the library to see the Gingerbread Man! Cozy up with your favorite blanky in our children’s story time room while Miss Stormy, and her friend ‘Gingy’, read and sing-along to their favorite Gingerbread Man tale. Following story time, stay for some warm cocoa and to decorate your very own ‘Sugar Cookie Man’. This program is free and intended for ages 3-12. Younger children will need a parent to assist. This program will be first come, first served, as space and supplies are limited. For more information, please contact Stormy at stormye@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3310.
Fiber Arts Club
Time: 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Date: Sunday, January 4
Place: DeKalb Public Library, 309 Creative
Welcome back to the Fiber Arts Club! To celebrate the 250th anniversary of America, local fabric shop owner Rachael of MAD Fabric + Studio will present on the history of feed sacks and how they were repurposed. A staple in rural economic sewing, feed sacks are cotton bags used throughout the mid-19th century until the 1950s to transport dry goods such as grains, animal feed, soap, tobacco, and more. Rachael will bring reference examples of feed sacks and some materials for attendees to make a small quilt block with authentic feed sack pieces. All skill levels are welcome to learn a new technique or bring your own project to work on. This club is an open format to try out different fiber arts and form a community of fiber friends! Enjoy tea or coffee and comforting background music. Intended for teens and adults. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Emily at emilyk@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 6106.
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