Start the Week Story Time
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Monday, June 23rd
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.
Book Babies
Time: 9:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 24th
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: 9:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 24th
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.
RAMP Informational Booth
Time: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 24th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Main Lobby
RAMP Disability Resources and Services will be sharing details about their free services—including advocacy, independent living skills, peer support, and youth programs. Stop by to learn how RAMP empowers individuals with disabilities to live independently and reach their goals. This booth is free and open to all ages. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.
Craft Corner: Pineapple Print
Time: 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 24th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Children’s Department
At Craft Corner this week, have some fruity fun with a tropical-themed craft! Create your own cheerful pineapple using a handprint for the spiky top. 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 24th
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 24th
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.
Craft Corner: Pineapple Print
Time: 10:45 – 11:15 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 24th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
At Craft Corner this week, have some fruity fun with a tropical-themed craft! Create your own cheerful pineapple using a handprint for the spiky top. 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.
Grief Support Group
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 24th
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.
Poetry Writing Workshop
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 24th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Bilder Family Meeting Room
The creation of poetry is one of the ultimate forms of human expression. It fuels and releases our artistic creativity and brings the written word to life within our imaginations. During this program, we will look at examples of several poetic forms, including the sonnet, villanelle, haiku, dramatic monologue, and fixed and free verse poetry. 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.
Stories @ Huntley Park
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, June 25th
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: Pineapple Print
Time: 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, June 25th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Children’s Department
At Craft Corner this week, have some fruity fun with a tropical-themed craft! Create your own cheerful pineapple using a handprint for the spiky top. 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.
Camp Creativity with NIU
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, June 25th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Parents, are you looking for fun ways to keep your kids engaged this summer? Bring them to Camp Creativity — a series of interactive activities designed for school-aged children and led by Northern Illinois University students. Fuel your child’s curiosity and watch their creativity come to life! This program is limited to the first 20 children. Sign-up will begin at the children’s desk one hour before the event. For additional information, please email Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or call (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
Teen Art Club
Time: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, June 25th
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. 3401.
Silent Book Club
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, June 25th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Bilder Family Meeting Room
We will be hosting a Silent Book Club on the last Wednesday of each month. Join us in having a quiet social time to read whatever you like or listen to audiobooks through your own headphones. Bring your own reading material or choose something from our shelves. Please arrive a few minutes early, quiet time begins promptly at 6:00 p.m. At 7:00 p.m. you will have a chance to share what you were reading, if you choose. This book club is intended for adults. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Beth at elizabethh@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2110.
Laser Cutting: Coasters
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, June 25th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, 309 Creative
There’s nothing quite like showing off for your guests, especially when what you get to show them is something you made yourself. Get ready to ‘wow’ people with coasters you designed yourself! We’ll be using Lightburn software to design coasters of wood or acrylic, with any design you choose etched on top. For beginners, this program will be a chance to learn some of Lightburn’s basic features and explore just what you can do with a laser cutter. For those with previous experience, you’ll have access to the library’s experts on the software and our machinery. Space is limited and on a first come, first served basis. This program is open to teen and adults. For additional information, please contact the Pen at penn@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.
Balloon Show
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Date: Thursday, June 26th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Yusunas Meeting Room
Experience the grandeur of balloon artistry with Fantastic Balloon Inventions’ 30-minute Balloon Show! This spectacle is a celebration of creativity, featuring giant balloon sculptures that tower with elegance and intricate balloon creations that captivate with their detail. This show is peppered with fun skits, bringing each balloon to life with a story and a smile. This is an immersive journey through a world where balloons aren’t just decor, they’re the stars of the show. This program is free and open to all. Registration is not required. Parents must be present. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For more information, please contact Theresa at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350 or at theresaw@dkpl.org.
Medicare 101
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Date: Thursday, June 26th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Zimmerman Meeting Room
There are more Medicare insurance options available than ever before. Finding the right plan requires careful consideration, and we know, an educated consumer will make the right choice. We are here to educate you on your Medicare insurance options. Licensed Sales Representative Carol Cherry discusses the different parts of Medicare. This free workshop is intended for adults and seniors. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701. TTY users should call (815) 762-0761-711 for assistance or visit medicare.gov.
Balloon Show
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Date: Thursday, June 26th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Yusunas Meeting Room
Experience the grandeur of balloon artistry with Fantastic Balloon Inventions’ 30-minute Balloon Show! This spectacle is a celebration of creativity, featuring giant balloon sculptures that tower with elegance and intricate balloon creations that captivate with their detail. This show is peppered with fun skits, bringing each balloon to life with a story and a smile. This is an immersive journey through a world where balloons aren’t just decor, they’re the stars of the show. This program is free and open to all. Registration is not required. Parents must be present. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For more information, please contact Theresa at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350 or at theresaw@dkpl.org.
Paint & Sip
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Date: Thursday, June 26th
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.
LEGO Club
Time: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Date: Thursday, June 26th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Story & Activity Room
Join us on the 4th Thursday of every month as we explore our creativity with LEGO blocks! Either participate in our monthly-themed builds or enjoy the time to free build. You might have your creation proudly displayed in the Children’s department. This club is free and intended for ages 5-14. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Stormy at stormye@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3310.
Acrylic Pressed Flower Bookmarks
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Date: Thursday, June 26th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, 309 Creative
Brighten up your reading with your own handmade acrylic flower bookmarks! All materials will be provided, including pressed flowers, but if you have pressed flowers of your own you would like to make into a bookmark feel free to bring those as well. This program is intended for tweens, teens, and adults. 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.
Pride Book Discussion: Tomorrow Will Be Different
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Date: Thursday, June 26th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Sarah McBride made history when, in 2016 at the age of 25, she became the first transgender person to speak at a national political convention. No stranger to firsts, she also was the first openly transgender woman to serve as an intern at the White House. Sarah is currently the U.S. representative for Delaware’s at-large congressional district. Tomorrow Will Be Different makes a passionate case for universal rights for the LGBTQ community, particularly for those who are its transgender members. This program is intended for adults. No registration is required. Copies of Tomorrow Will Be Different are available in the Adult Services department. For more information, please contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.
Ukulele Strum & Sing
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Date: Thursday, June 26th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Yusunas Meeting Room
Join us for our monthly ukulele strum and sing! Turn up with your ukulele and Liz and Jim Beloff’s “The Daily Ukulele Songbook: 365 Songs for Better Living”, and be ready to play! No experience is necessary. “The Daily Ukulele Songbook: 365 Songs for Better Living” and ukuleles are available for checkout at the library. This program is free and intended for teens and adults. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.
Weird, Wild, and Wonderful Book Club: The Memory Theater
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Date: Thursday, June 26th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Do you have a taste for the strange? A curiosity for the bizarre? Do you find yourself drawn to books that are a little… off? Welcome to a one-of-a-kind reading adventure where we explore the weirdest, wildest, and most wonderful stories ever written! From mind-bending fiction to peculiar non-fiction, nothing is too strange for us to read. In June we’ll discuss The Memory Theater by Karin Tidbeck. This book club is intended for adults. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.
Toddler Time
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Friday, June 27th
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.
Memorial Pillow Workshop
Time: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Date: Saturday, June 28th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Yusunas Meeting Room
This free workshop will provide the opportunity to create a pillow from a loved-one’s button-down shirt or t-shirt. Sewers will be available to assist you, all you need to bring is the shirt you would like for your pillow. Individuals or family groups can create up to two pillows during the one-hour workshop. Please do not bring jackets, denim, or thick fabrics. Bereavement support and information will be available. Registration is required, as supplies are limited. Please register at dkpl.org for the number of sewers you require; groups attending together only need to register for one space. Missing our loved ones is difficult, come create a huggable, loveable memorial to cherish. This program is held in conjunction with Northern Illinois Hospice. For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.
Memorial Pillow Workshop
Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Date: Saturday, June 28th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Yusunas Meeting Room
This free workshop will provide the opportunity to create a pillow from a loved-one’s button-down shirt or t-shirt. Sewers will be available to assist you, all you need to bring is the shirt you would like for your pillow. Individuals or family groups can create up to two pillows during the one-hour workshop. Please do not bring jackets, denim, or thick fabrics. Bereavement support and information will be available. Registration is required, as supplies are limited. Please register at dkpl.org for the number of sewers you require; groups attending together only need to register for one space. Missing our loved ones is difficult, come create a huggable, loveable memorial to cherish. This program is held in conjunction with Northern Illinois Hospice. For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.
Medicare 101
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 28th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Zimmerman Meeting Room
There are more Medicare insurance options available than ever before. Finding the right plan requires careful consideration, and we know, an educated consumer will make the right choice. We are here to educate you on your Medicare insurance options. Licensed Sales Representative Carol Cherry discusses the different parts of Medicare. This free workshop is intended for adults and seniors. No registration is required. For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701. TTY users should call (815) 762-0761-711 for assistance or visit medicare.gov.
Dungeons & Dragons One-Shot
Time: 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 28th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Bilder Family Meeting Room
Are you a Dungeons & Dragons fan looking for games of a higher level? Join us for a new adventure every month! In June we’ll play Echoes of the Skeleton Coast. This program is intended for adults. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2150.
Lonely Child: The Life and Music of Claude Vivier
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 28th
Place: DeKalb Public Library, Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio
Many consider Claude Vivier to be the finest composer Canada has ever produced. In his life, cut short by a tragic murder at the age of 34, he produced 49 completed compositions. These range from full orchestral works to chamber ensembles to solo pieces. At the core of all of them are themes of loneliness and isolation, something Vivier was all too familiar with as a gay man. Jack Watson is a musician and a composer with a bachelor’s degree in music composition from NIU. In his time at Northern, Jack studied the work and life of Claude Vivier and the intersection between Vivier’s music and his identity as a gay man. This program will delve into the life of Claude Vivier, his music, and how his identity as a gay man influences both of those things. Prior experience with music composition or theory is not required but encouraged. This program is for teens and adults. For more information, please contact Jack at jackw@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.
Beyblade Club
Time: 2:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 28th
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.
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