Des Plaines Memory
Des Plaines Memory was launched back in 2020, the brainchild of the late Steven Giese, DPPL reference librarian and all around wonderful soul.
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Kids & Parents
eForward Newsletter
Check out more than 50 things to do at DPPL this month. Programs, crafts, classes and more for Adults, Kids and Teens.
Miner Recs Newsletters & Podcasts
On this episode, Angelo, Amy, Charlie, and Quinn discuss movies that are so bad they're good, including Troll 2, Vampire's Kiss, Clifford, The Master Of Disguise, Madame Web and more. Listen to their conversation in the player below:
Spotlight
Each November, we celebrate Native American Heritage Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and honoring the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Native American communities.
Artwork by Steven Yazzie. (Diné/Pueblo of Laguna, New Mexico/European descent), Orchestrating a Blooming Desert, 2003
Established in 1990, Native American Heritage Month was first recognized by Congress as a way to promote the understanding of Native American culture and history.
The month encourages everyone to learn about the achievements and struggles of Indigenous peoples and to acknowledge their ongoing influence in contemporary society.
It serves as a reminder of the resilience and strength of Native communities throughout history.
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