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Hey, Kiddos! It's time for DPPL Storytime!

This week, Miss Ami will read The King Of Kindergarten by Derrick Barnes, illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton. 

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Hey, Kiddos! It's time for DIY with DPPL!

This week, Mrs. Liz is presenting a clay art project.

 In the bag that you can pick up at the library (while supplies last), you will find all you need to make a clay mobile.  

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Ages 5 and up.

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We're open for browsing and we're looking forward to welcoming you back into the library!

So grab your mask, a big bag, and stop in to stock up to keep the family busy on chilly winter nights.

Here are some suggestions for some great things to pick up.

Ami, Becky, Cheryl, Miss Elizabeth, Miss Esli, Miss Steph, Mrs. Liz, Mrs. Murphy, Sally, Stephanie G., and Stephanie S.

 

Black History Month celebrates Black storytellers, creators, politicians, leaders, and artists.

It’s about celebrating being Black and the Black people in your life.

Here at DPPL, we want to showcase some of our favorite books by Black authors for kids, teens and adults.

Continue Reading "Fifteen Books From Black Authors We Are Loving Right Now" →

In the February edition of the Des Plaines Memory Newsletter, take a look at snowy Des Plaines days gone bye. 

Plus the Des Plaines Memory website is back and better than ever! Learn all about what's new.

And more.

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