Oftentimes just because something is considered a public record, doesn't always mean it's easy to access. In fact, it's not always clear where you should look, or even what you need to be looking for. This is something we are well aware of at the Deerfield Public Library, and it's why we are excited about… Read More
Farewell to 2020 and Overdue Fines
Fine Free is finally here! Effective December 1, 2020, Deerfield Public Library will no longer collect overdue fines. For the past two years, Library staff has researched the pros and cons of overdue fines, including potential usage barriers, efficiencies, and the Library’s bottom line. A first step in this direction was the launch of automatic… Read More
The Library Building is Closed to the Public Until Further Notice
Due to the rapid rise in cases of COVID-19 in both Lake and Cook Counties and surrounding areas, the Deerfield Public Library building is closed to the public until further notice. The library is taking this action with the guidance of the Illinois Department of Public Health and other agencies. The closure is intended to… Read More
An Evening With Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, November 9
THIS PROGRAM IS FULL Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, one of the country’s leading antiracist voices, #1 New York Times bestselling author, National Book Award winner, and historian, will discuss his book, How To Be An Antiracist with the Deerfield Public Library and ten other participating libraries on Monday, November 9 at 6 p.m. on Zoom. Dr. Kendi’s… Read More
Statement from the Director: COVID-19 Exposure
On late Tuesday, September 15, 2020, the Library was notified of a known exposure of COVID-19 at Deerfield Public Library between September 9-11, 2020. Based on the recommendations of the Illinois Department of Public Health, we were not required to close, and notification of this low-risk exposure to staff and the public was recommended. We… Read More
DPL “Fight to Integrate Deerfield” honored with John Cotton Dana Award
The Deerfield Public Library is the proud recipient of the American Library Association’s prestigious John Cotton Dana Library Public Relations Award. The award recognizes “The Fight to Integrate Deerfield: 60 Year Reflection,” a months-long initiative exploring a significant period in our local history, and its lasting impact. The year 2019 marked the 60th anniversary of… 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
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
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 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
