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The Youth Services Team loves going on adventures together through books, movies, video games, and much more. Find out where your favorite librarians have traveled this month!

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Hey, Kiddos! It's time for a new edition of DIY with DPPL!

This time, you'll learn how to make your very own frog game.

Starting on Saturday, February 3rd, stop by the Youth Services desk on the second floor of DPPL to pick up a kit (while supplies last!), and then use the materials to do the project we show you step-by-step in the video.

Then use the materials to do the project we show you step-by-step in the video. (Grade 1 and up.)

Check out more than 50 things to do at DPPL this month. Programs, crafts, classes and more for Adults, Kids and Teens.

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During Black History Month & throughout the year, we invite you to explore our online collections of history, music, film, books and more!

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Every February, the United States acknowledges the history and achievements of African Americans with Black History Month.

The Des Plaines Public Library plays its part in this annual observance by featuring Black History Month displays containing media from and about Black artists on both the third and fourth floor.

Here is a brief overview of how this month-long observance came to be and explain this year’s theme as decided by the ASALH.

 A curated list of books, films, and music related to the theme is included, as well.

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