Start the Week Story Time
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Monday, June 16th
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: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Date: Monday, June 16th
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.
Time: 5:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Date: Monday, June 16th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Children’s Department
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.
Suspense Book Club: The Housemaid’s Secret
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Monday, June 16th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Looking for your next suspenseful thriller? Join us every third Monday for stories of suspense. In June we will discuss The Housemaid’s Secret by Freida McFadden. Light refreshments will be provided during the discussion. Books are available in Adult Services. No registration is required. This book club is intended for adults. For additional information, please contact Leah at leahh@dkpl.org or call (815) 756-9568 ext. 2112.
Book Babies
Time: 9:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 17th
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, June 17th
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.
Informational Booth: Health Department
Time: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 17th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Main Lobby
Join DeKalb County Health Department staff to learn about the services provided right here in DeKalb County. Staff will have general information about programs including WIC, immunizations, and healthcare enrollment for special enrollment periods. Every month, we will highlight new program services and focus on nationally recognized observances including nutrition month, poison prevention month, National public health week, and more! Stop by to ask staff questions about the programs and services we offer. This informational booth is free and open to all. For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.
Time: 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 17th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Children’s Department
At Craft Corner this week, get ready for gooey fun as you create an adorable smiling s’more using construction paper, glue, and imagination! This craft is intended for children. No registration is required. 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, June 17th
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, June 17th
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, June 17th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
At Craft Corner this week, get ready for gooey fun as you create an adorable smiling s’more using construction paper, glue, and imagination! This craft is intended for children. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Amanda at amandah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3301.
The Operatic World of Puccini
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 17th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Yusunas Meeting Room
Regarded as one of the greatest names in all Italian opera, Giacomo Puccini carried on the traditions of greatness that had previously been firmly established by the likes of Rossini, Donizetti, Bellini, and Verdi. Throughout the course of his career, Puccini went on a tireless quest to achieve greatness, and his music resounds with a passionate beauty that still fills our concert halls to this very day. During this program, we will discuss some of his most significant life events, some of his best-known operas, and the legacy that he left behind after his death on November 29, 1924 at the age of 65. From his earliest days studying at the Milan Conservatory, up through the haunting story behind his final opera, “Turandot,” participants will get to know the brilliant man behind the timeless music. 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.
LGBTQ+ Social Hour
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 17th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Are you looking for LGBTQ+ community? Join us at LGBTQ+ social hour to meet new people and have interesting discussions. Bring your friends! Light refreshments will be served. This program is intended for adults. It does not require registration. For more information, please contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.
Stories @ Huntley Park
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, June 18th
Place: Huntley Park, 2nd and Garden Street, DeKalb
It’s summertime, so join John and Laura at the park for our 5th summer of outdoor story times! We will be reading stories, singing songs, and having fun. After the stories, go play on the playground. We encourage you to bring a blanket to make sitting on the grass a little more comfortable. We will announce on the DeKalb Public Library Facebook page if the program is cancelled due to weather. For questions or further information, please contact John at johna@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Craft Corner: S’more Smiles
Time: 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, June 18th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Children’s Department
At Craft Corner this week, get ready for gooey fun as you create an adorable smiling s’more using construction paper, glue, and imagination! This craft is intended for children. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Amanda at amandah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3301.
Art Attack: Egg Carton Creatures
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, June 18th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, exercise your creativity with more complex crafts and art projects! In these programs, we will be using skills beyond the cutting, gluing, and coloring that we do during Craft Corner (the weekly craft after Story Time). All materials will be provided but will not be pre-prepped. This Wednesday, we’re building creatures out of egg cartons. Follow one of our samples or just do your own thing. This program is first come, first served as supplies are limited. For additional information, please contact Amanda at amandah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3301.
Time: 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, June 18th
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.
3D Design: Earrings
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, June 18th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, 309 Creative
3D printing isn’t just for the toys and fidgets popular during our Open Labs. You can also create stunning, one-of-a-kind jewelry—best of all, there’s no need to be an expert! We’ll use the online program Tinkercad to design earrings with personal flair, then print them using our machines. For beginners, this program will introduce Tinkercad’s basic functions and inspire you to learn even more. For those who already have Tinkercad experience, there will be an opportunity to learn how to utilize SVGs to really bring your vision to life. 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. Intended for teens and adults. For additional information, please contact the Pen at penn@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.
PS4 Sports Tournament
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, June 18th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Teen Room
Test your PS4 skills against your peers in this exciting gaming tournament! PS4 games played during tournaments include Madden 25, NBA 2K25 and EAFC25. We also have games available to play on XBoxOne and Nintendo Switch. The winner will receive a candy prize. All players can enjoy pizza from Vinny’s. Sign up at the door to be included in the tournament. Intended for teens in grades 6-12. This event is sponsored by Vinny’s Pizza in DeKalb. For more information or help with registration, please contact YooNek Shaw at yooneks@dkpl.org, or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2450.
Closed for Juneteenth
Time: All day
Date: Thursday, June 19th
Place: DeKalb Public Library
The library will be closed today in observance of Juneteenth. Have a safe and pleasant holiday!
Shake Out the Wiggles
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Friday, June 20th
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.
Screenwriting Basics
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Date: Friday, June 20th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Calling all filmmakers, screenwriters and anyone who ever saw a movie or tv show and thought “I could’ve done it better.” Learn the art of screenwriting, formatting do’s and don’ts, how to avoid writing boring characters, why most film heroes and heroines “save the cat”, and more tips, tricks, and advice passed down by professional screenwriters. 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.
Family Fun Science: Geocaching Treasure Hunt
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Date: Saturday, June 21st
Place: Prairie Park Disc Golf Course, 401 Clifford Drive, DeKalb
Find your way to Prairie Park this summer for some rewarding navigation science. We’re combining the best of the new (geocaching) with the old (making a compass). This program will be held outside, so be ready to tramp around and find some hidden treasure! The program is limited to the first 30 children to arrive. It will be held at the Prairie Park Disc Golf Course at 401 Clifford Drive in DeKalb. For additional information, please email Laura at lauraw@dkpl.org or call (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Great History Books: Nature’s Metropolis
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 21st
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Zimmerman Meeting Room
William Cronon’s Nature’s Metropolis is a classic of American Environmental History. Cronon makes an argument for how and why Chicago became the center of the Midwest, articulating and examining the relationship between Chicago and the Midwest (city/countryside) and the natural environment to make a compelling and interesting book about the development of Chicago and its rise as a city. Join Dr. Alex Craver in a presentation about this classic book with time for a discussion afterwards. There is no registration required but seats are limited and first come, first served. Intended for teens and adults. For additional information, please contact the Alex at alexc@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.
After-hours Concert: Duo Dahlia
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 21st
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Main Lobby
Duo Dahlia combines the timeless instruments of flute and harp to bring audiences a rich aural soundscape of beautiful and unique timbres. Join us in the library’s main lobby as they perform music from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th century eras, and promote works by living composers. Based in the Chicagoland area, Duo Dahlia has performed in various chamber recitals and competitions, including performances affiliated with Epiphany Center for the Arts, Northern Illinois University and Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra. Each performance brings together the diverse solo careers of the members with historically informed performance practices. Gianna Capobianco is a freelance flutist and teacher based in the Greater Chicagoland Area. She has a wide range of performing experience and has played in masterclasses for renowned flutists such as Jennifer Gunn, Bonnie Boyd, Marie Tachouet and Jennie Oh Brown. Abigail Stoner is a concert harpist and pianist in the Chicagoland area. She has performed with the Fox Valley Orchestra, Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra, Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra, and others. This concert is sponsored by Gretchen and Charles Moore. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and music will begin at 6:30 p.m. No registration is required and everyone is welcome. For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.
Opening of The American Revolution Experience Traveling Exhibit
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Date: Sunday, June 22nd
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Main Lobby
Created by the Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Battlefield Trust, the General John Stark Chapter is proud to bring The American Revolution Experience traveling exhibit to our community from June 22 – July 1, 2025. This exhibit features interactive digital kiosks, display panels, compelling storytelling, and unique artifacts connecting audiences with the people and places that shaped our nation’s founding. This exhibit provides a deeper insight into the sacrifices and triumphs of the Revolutionary War. This opening ceremony is free and open to all. No registration is required. Refreshments will be available while supplies last. For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.
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