Reading Takes You Everywhere! And if you have a Deerfield Public Library card, you can also visit the moon this summer—well, kind of! Deerfield Public Library card-holders are able to check out one of three Orion StarBlast telescopes, which were gifted to the Library from the Lake County Astronomical Society’s LoanStar Program. The telescopes come… Read More
Follow us on Snapchat: deerfieldpl
Deerfield Public Library is now on Snapchat! Want to stay up to date on all things at Deerfield Public Library for teens and young adults? Our Snapchat is the place to be! Follow us on Snapchat to view our Snap Story to stay in the know. On our Snapchat Story, you can find out about upcoming… Read More
Staff Pick: “I am Alfonso Jones”
Alfonso Jones is shot and killed by an off-duty cop while shopping in a store for his first suit. He’s 15 years old. Thus begins his journey as a ghost through the NYC subway system, interacting with other spirits who were also murdered through gun violence. In Tony Medina’s I am Alfonso Jones, these stories… Read More
Summer Volunteer Opportunities for Teens at the Library!
Do you love the Library? Do you want to mentor younger kids? Do you need community service hours? Stop by the Library April 2-May 6 and drop off a volunteer application! Teens going into 7th grade through the age of 17 are welcome to apply. Not only will you have the opportunity to mentor younger children… Read More
eNewsletter Update! Combining Three Into One
If you’ve ever had one of those moments where you thought, “I didn’t know that program was being offered at the Library,” or “I didn’t know about that Library resource,” you’re not alone. We often get feedback from patrons wanting to know the best way to stay “in the know” on Library happenings because they… Read More
Fanfiction: Learning What It is and Creating Your Own
Have you ever watched a TV show or read a book, and you were so sad when it ended because you wanted more more more!? Why not give fanfiction a try? Fanfiction writing combines a passion for a favorite series, character, or storyline with creative writing, where fans take the controls and steer the storyline… Read More
Borrow a Telescope from the Library!
If you have an aspiring astronomer in your house, take note! Beginning on Monday, May 15, Deerfield Public Library cardholders will be able to check out an Orion Star Blast telescope. A gift to the Library from the Lake County Astronomical Society’s LoanStar Program, the telescope comes with everything needed for night sky viewing: EZ… Read More
Podcasts: What They Are, Why They’re Popular, How to Start Your Own
Podcasts are becoming more and more popular. One recent study said that over 20% of U.S. residents age 12 and older listen to podcasts regularly, and around 36% had listened to a podcast at some point. While those numbers keep growing, there are still many people who hear the word podcast and think...huh? Let’s go… Read More
Be a Volunteen at the Library this Summer!
If you love giving back to your community, have a passion for literacy, and are interested in working with your peers in a fun-filled environment, then becoming a STAR Volunteer at the Library is basically the best idea ever. Check out the info below and come join us at the Library; we're awesome, I promise!… Read More
Discover Something New with Our Discovery Kits
We are thrilled to announce our new collection of Discovery Kits! Our Discovery Kits will focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math concepts with hands-on making. The first kits that the Library is offering for check-out are Makey Makey Discovery Kits. Watch out for more exciting and creative DPL Discovery Kits coming out this summer… Read More