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On this month’s episode of the Deerfield Public Library Podcast, we had the honor of interviewing U.S. Representative Brad Schneider. Rep. Schneider has a special connection to Deerfield. Not only does he represent our village as part of Illinois’ 10th District in the U.S. House of Representatives, but he also lives here in Deerfield. In… Read More

Your to-do list just got a little shorter. Beginning Monday, April 15, the Library will launch automatic renewals for all patrons. Eligible items due on April 17 or after will automatically renew, up to two times. This new service offered by DPL provides the convenience of enjoying materials for a longer period of time with… Read More

Are you a busy parent looking for new ways to support your child’s education? Do you work with children? Are you a homeschooling family? If so, the Deerfield Public Library has two fabulous, new online resources for you! Scholastic Teachables With something for children ages preschool to 8th grade, Scholastic Teachables is a one-stop shop… Read More

Do you love the Library? Do you want to be a mentor for younger kids? Do you need community service hours? Stop by the Library anytime after April 1 to pick up an application and return it by 9 p.m. on Monday, May 6! Teens going into 7th grade through the age of 17 are… Read More

Through the Lens of Art Shay | Saturday, April 13, 2-3 p.m. As part of our Fight to Integrate Deerfield: 60 Year Reflection series, the Library has been celebrating the life and legacy of one of our most distinguished residents, photographer Art Shay. One of the things I love about Shay’s work is that it… Read More

How to Write When Everything Goes Wrong | Tuesday, April 9, 7 p.m. If you’re a writer, the special time you set aside to write is critical if your goal is to get published. Whether you write in the morning before starting your day, or in the evening after the kids are in bed, what matters… Read More

On this episode of the Deerfield Public Library Podcast, we’re featuring presenters from two of our most popular recent Library programs! First up is Molly Page, author of 100 Things to Do in Chicago Before You Die. She fills us in on some of her favorite things to do in the city, including some hidden… Read More

Please join us on Saturday, March 9 at 2 p.m. for a special visit from Professor Moptop from WXRT’s Breakfast with the Beatles. Professor Moptop, or Greg Alexander, will be here to talk about his new book, Professor Moptop’s Textbook Beatles, Volume I: From the Birth of the Band to December 31, 1962. He'll share all that… Read More

As hard as it may be to believe, 16-year-old Annabelle begins a 2,700-mile cross-country run with zero planning or foresight. She just knows that she needs to start, and she cannot stop until her heart gives her permission. Her life has imploded and running is the only thing that keeps her going.  She has so… Read More

This is our favorite time of the year at the Multimedia Desk… award show season! To celebrate the Academy Awards we’re having another ‘Guess the Oscars’ contest this year. Choose who you think will win the Oscar in 10 categories. A winner will be chosen from the entries with the most number of correct answers.… Read More