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Sometimes when I am at the desk alone I sense someone watching me.

I hear noises all the time. ​Books end up in the wrong place on the shelf!

The library has to be haunted. 

I read enough horror to know a haunted building when I see one.

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On this episode of the Pint & Click Podcast, Dave, Tony, Joel and Charlie discuss Kanopy, a streaming service available for free to all DPPL patrons and make several recommendations from the eclectic array of films offered by the service. Have a listen below:

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Two questions to ask if you're considering an Echo or Google Home:

Do you enjoy music or radio?

Do you want a hands-free experience?

If you answered yes to these, try out a smart speaker! 

Below you'll find the many reasons why I’m no longer a skeptic.

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I moved to Chicago in May of 1998 for a job at the Chicago Public Library. That fall my co-worker asked me to join her for a new book club she was putting together.

The rest is 20 years of history!

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September is National Library Card Signup Month. 

Starting on September 4th, residents who sign-up for a new library card will receive

• A free DPPL tote bag,
• A Coupon for 1 free item off of The Friends’ book shelves,
• An entry into a weekly drawing for a gift certificate to Amazing Bread and Cakes! 

Already have a card? 

You can also have a chance to win. 

Come in and fill out a card telling us why you think the library is incredible.  Your name will also be entered into the weekly drawing for a gift certificate to Amazing Bread and Cakes!