Library News Articles - Page 29 of 68

Social distancing and sheltering-in-place have been tough on individuals, families, and our world - especially the economy. The library understands that many individuals in our community are going through tremendous hardships. While some are lucky enough to have a job in which they can work from home, others are not so fortunate. We hope these online… Read More

Are you looking for something fun to both make and play with your family? Then this craft is for you! Materials you will need: four paper plates (plain white would work best, but any color plates are fine) one paper towel tube scissors  markers (crayons or colored pencils are fine too) clear tape Directions:  First… Read More

Are you hearing the words, “Mom/dad/grandma (insert your name here), I’m bored!” a little too often lately? Have you explored Kanopy Kids? Kanopy Kids is a subdivision of Kanopy, the Library's on-demand streaming video platform that can be found right here on our website. All you need is your library card. Click "Go to Kanopy… Read More

Since you can’t come to our KiDLS (Kids in Deerfield Love Science) program this month, Miss Kary and I are bringing the program to you through videos and books you can access on Hoopla. Our program this month is all about things that fly. Sound fun? Take a look at the attached videos and booklist… Read More

Updated April 24, 2020 We have been closely monitoring the Governor’s stay-at-home orders during this unprecedented time. As such, the Deerfield Public Library building will remain closed to the public during the month of May. Please continue to keep your materials at home. All materials will be renewed. However, the staff has been working hard… Read More

Although the physical Library is closed during these uncertain times, we are still working (and reading!) behind the scenes. And while we miss interacting with all of you on a day-to-day basis, we are still here to offer remote reading recommendations and are checking emails daily. We’d like to open a little window into what… Read More

Update: Extended to May 31! Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to participate in our virtual "At-Home Book Bingo" from April 20-May 31! Stay connected to reading (and the library) and be eligible for prizes for each bingo you get. Choose a book that matches the description of an open bingo square. Once you're done reading, cross… Read More

Did you spend an entire weekend watching Tiger King like the rest of the country? During this time when we all need a little distraction, Netflix’s hottest show has captivated our attention and given us something to talk about besides COVID-19. If you watched the entire series in a few sittings (like I did) and… Read More

On this episode of the Deerfield Public Library Podcast, we welcome back reporter Graham Ambrose to talk about Illinois during the 1918 influenza pandemic. Graham is currently a reporter for the Quad City Times, where last month he wrote an article titled “102 years ago, the Spanish flu slammed the Quad Cities. Here’s what it… Read More

Let’s celebrate our favorite books while we all have to #StayAtHome! Think about a book you loved reading. It can be ANY book...picture book, non-fiction, comic book, chapter book. Whatever it is, recreate the cover and then tape it in your front window. When we’re all out and about walking, we can see what books… Read More