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There are people who think that crafting is all about “the making”, and that if you are not making something all the time, you are not a crafter. I don’t think so. If you haven’t felt like picking up a craft project in a while, that’s okay. You’re still a crafter. To infuse your spirit with creative energy, let me introduce you to one of our online learning resources, Creativebug. 

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If you need any kind of legal documentation, Gale Legal Forms is your one-stop shop. 

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As you know, COVID-19 remains a part of the fabric of our lives. It's been that way for a while now. Months that may feel like years.

But did you know there's a wealth of credible consumer health information on the Des Plaines Public Library's health subject page about many, many, many other medical conditions, too?

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It's always a good time to pay attention to expenses and get a good deal, but now is a particularly good time.

Consumer Reports can help with unbiased reviews, recommendations and wise advice. The library offers the full version of content from consumerreports.org. No fees or registration. Just access the service through the library website with your library card.

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Even if you’re not actively searching for a job, it’s always a good idea to have your resume up to date.  The library has many tools on our website that can help you with creating or updating your resume and planning your job search strategy.  Even though the library is closed, all of the resources are accessible from outside of the library, 24 hours a day.

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