The breezy and beautiful days of August could mean flying kites, blowing bubbles, or watching a pinwheel spin! This week, while supplies last, we invite you to make a fun pinwheel! Please stop by the Library’s Grab-and-Go craft clothesline (on the west side of the building between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.) or come into… Read More
KiDLS: Build Your Own Bee Hotel!
Watch the KiDLS video for your age group to learn all about Bees and make a craft! In our Little KiDLS video, we make a bee finger puppet. In our KiDLS video, we make a bee hotel, which you can find the instructions for below the videos. Now that you know all about bees, why… Read More
Welcome Back! Library building opens July 27
Update 10/29/2020: On October 28, Governor Pritzker announced new COVID-19 mitigation measures for region 9, which includes Deerfield. The Library’s current service model complies with the new regulations, so we will not make any service changes at this time. Our current service model prioritizes the safety and health of our staff and patrons. We appreciate… Read More
3D Printing Is Back With Curbside Pickup
3D printing at the Deerfield Public Library's MakerSpace is back. We are now offering remote 3D printing services with contactless curbside pickup. Simply submit your print to us using our new online form, pay for your print online using a credit card, and then pick it up using our curbside pickup service. Our MakerSpace staff… Read More
Public Computers Now Available and More Updates
Our outdoor services - returns, curbside pickup, and grab-and-go crafts - have been hugely popular, which is gratifying. We have taken all necessary steps to prioritize the safety and health of our staff, patrons, and the greater community. With careful planning, we are ready to introduce additional services. We know that there are people in… Read More
Antiracist Educator Christine Saxman on the DPL Podcast
On this month’s episode of the Deerfield Public Library Podcast, we welcome racial and social justice facilitator Christine Saxman to discuss the question, “how can white people accelerate racial justice?” Christine describes herself as a “white woman fighting for racial justice and anti-racism as long as this social construct of race exists.” She has worked… Read More
Introducing Binge Boxes!
We have a new collection we’ll be circulating at the Deerfield Library. We think they’re pretty neat and we hope you enjoy them and check them out. We’re calling it the Binge-Watching Collection. Our movie supplier has put together a series called Binge Boxes. Each Binge Box has between 4 and 6 DVDs and each… Read More
July Grab and Go Craft: How to Make a Magic Window
Our July Grab-and-Go Craft is here! Craft supplies are available on the clothesline on the west side of the Library on Monday, July 6 through Sunday, July 12 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. We hope that you enjoyed Miss Kary’s reading of Perfect Square by Michael Hall. If you have an adult share… Read More
The “A” in STEAM
My favorite part of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) is the “A” for Art. There are so many cool ideas and websites that are out there, that your child will have plenty to choose from this summer. STEM + Art = STEAM Does your child like reading comics? Maybe they doodle a lot.… Read More
July Library Service Updates
Since DPL closed the building on March 13, the staff have worked tirelessly to pivot and continue to offer services to the community. Are you one of the 6,500+ online views of our virtual programs for adults and kids? We are pleased to see how popular e-books and other e-resources have become with the community,… Read More
