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The building is still closed but the library is open.

IT'S SUMMER!!!! At least by our standards. 

And by every kid who would've been starting "summer vacation" right now. 

You know what that means for Youth Services. 

Time to DECORATE!!

While we can't go big like other summers, we do have plans.

Stay tuned for this week's Family Friday post. 

In the meantime, you may have noticed that there's A LOT going on this year. 

And it can be overwhelming. 

So let's spread some joy in your neighborhood. 

Today, we're going to make some decorative window clings. 

Continue Reading "It’s Wednesday. Let’s Decorate! Pt. II" →

 

Missing one-on-one book recommendations from your favorite 3rd floor staffers? DPPL's new Miner Recs Book Talks are the next best thing! 

Each week DPPL's readers advisory staff will "talk" their best "recs" of books, movies and more!

And while we're all sheltering in place, we're calling the first few entries in this series Grounded Recs. 

In Episode 7, Joel talks about Satanic Panic, a comedy-horror film directed by Chelsea Stardust starring Hayley Griffith and Rebecca Romijn where a pizza delivery girl becomes unexpectedly caught up in a satanic coven.

If this sounds like something you'd enjoy, DPPL cardholders can watch Satanic Panic today through Hoopla. Enjoy!

Hey Kiddos! It's Thursday and time for DPPL Storytime. We miss you all and hope you will tune in for a new episode each week! We're continuing our celebration of Children's Day in Poland, and on this episode, Pani Ela reads "Bardzo Głodna Gąsienica" by Eric Carle and sings "Malutki Pajaczek" for you. Enjoy! Don't forget, you can follow us on Facebook or Instagram to see more virtual programming like this!

Got Questions About Carry-Out Service at Des Plaines Public Library? 

Des Plaines Public Library new Carry-Out Service Desk is OPEN!

This contactless service is located on the north side of the building.  

Carry-Out Service is by appointment only.

DPPL will call you to schedule an appointment when your holds are available for contactless pickup. Go ahead and place new holds at this time.

Continue Reading "Carry-Out Service Frequently Asked Questions" →

The building is still closed but the library is open.

Fluffy. Bumpy. Scaly. Smooth.

These are words used to describe textures. 

Our world is filled with them.

Animals, plants, objects, surfaces, US, they can be found everywhere. 

What's a texture, you ask?

Texture is how something feels when you touch it. 

For instance, sand can feel wet and grainy. 

But rocks feel rough and bumpy. 

Today, we're going to turn different textures into a sensory art print...

Continue Reading "It’s Wednesday. Let’s Explore!" →