What happens when Chris Harris, a producer known for his work on the T.V. show How I Met Your Mother, decides to take a stab at writing children’s literature? The answer is a book of poetry that will leave readers of all ages (even self-proclaimed “not poetry people”) laughing out loud. The full title gives […] Read More

On this month’s episode of the Deerfield Public Library Podcast, we are very happy to welcome author Jordan Melic to discuss his fascinating debut novel A Tree to Take Us Up to Heaven. A Young Adult novel combining adventure, history, and mythology, A Tree to Take Us Up to Heaven follows siblings Ah Ti and […] Read More

February’s Kids in Deerfield Love Science (KiDLS) is all about MARS! We’re excited that the newest rover, Perseverance, landed on February 18. Our program celebrates that amazing accomplishment. If you couldn’t take part in our family program, we’ve got you covered with activity links, a bibliography, and fun videos to watch, including the launch of […] Read More

“There is Black struggle, but there is Black joy. Black joy is resistance.” –Patia Braithwaite There are many beautiful picture books featuring strong, smart, funny, and delightful BIPOC kids. Stories featuring kids of color don’t all need to be about racism and societal pressures, and it’s important to read books that also highlight the joys […] Read More

Kits are available Monday, March 8 through Saturday, March 13 while supplies last. Find them in our NEW Creation Station (*hint* it’s green!) located outside the front door or by the Youth Services desk.   Be a Nature Explorer! Your box includes a variety of nature specimens. It may include shells, snake skins, cicadas, butterflies, rocks, […] Read More

Looking for new ways to keep your kids engaged and learning over the summer? Check out our newest addition to the Library of Things: Playaway Launchpad tablets! Each tablet comes pre-loaded with themed educational games and activities for specific age groups. Take a look at the list down below and put a few of your […] Read More

We are proud to announce our first Read & Walk beginning on Saturday, June 5. Read & Walk is a fun, educational activity that you and your child can do at your leisure at whatever time you like. Read & Walk encourages healthy activity and learning all at once for the whole family. It also shows […] Read More

Follow our NEW Teen Services Instagram account, @deerfieldlibraryteen!  Our teen page will feature book recommendations from staff and teens, programs and events, library news, and more!  Teen Book Reviews This summer, our S*T*A*R volunteers have taken up the pen to provide some book reviews! See what your peers are reading and find some great new […] Read More

Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! ¡Feiz Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana! National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15. This month recognizes the contributions, achievements, and influences of Hispanic Americans to the history and culture of the United States. Check out these books that are written by Hispanic authors […] Read More

  Twitch.TV/DeerfieldLibrary We’re live (and recorded) on Twitch. Some of you might be asking, “What is Twitch?” Twitch is a popular live video streaming platform where anyone can show off their hobbies, projects, and skills. At the start, it was mostly used by video gamers and for esports competitions. Now it offers everything from music […] Read More