The Emmy Awards are scheduled to take place this year on Sunday, Sept 20. Once again we are having our annual Guess the Emmys Contest. We won’t be taking paper ballots this year for safety reasons, but please feel free to enter our online contest. Choose who you think will win the Emmy Award in… Read More
Back-to-School Supplies: Library Resources
Back-to-school shopping was always a time of excitement in our home: a fresh box of crayons, brightly colored folders, and a fun backpack made the end of summer better. One vital school supply that can’t be found in any store is your Deerfield Public Library card! More than ever, we hope your family will turn… Read More
I’m a Kindergarten Kid
Congratulations! Your child is entering Kindergarten! Whether it’s the first child you’re sending off to school or the baby of the family, it’s an emotional and wonderful milestone! While this year probably looks very different than what your family was expecting, there are many things that remain the same. Your child will still see old… Read More
Podcast: Jordan Melic’s YA Novel about Singapore History
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
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
August Grab-and-Go Craft: Make a Pinwheel
The breezy and beautiful days of August could mean flying kites, blowing bubbles, or watching a pinwheel spin! This week, while supplies last, we invite you to make a fun pinwheel! Please stop by the Library’s Grab-and-Go craft clothesline (on the west side of the building between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.) or come into… Read More
KiDLS: Build Your Own Bee Hotel!
Watch the KiDLS video for your age group to learn all about Bees and make a craft! In our Little KiDLS video, we make a bee finger puppet. In our KiDLS video, we make a bee hotel, which you can find the instructions for below the videos. Now that you know all about bees, why… 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
3D Printing Is Back With Curbside Pickup
3D printing at the Deerfield Public Library's MakerSpace is back. We are now offering remote 3D printing services with contactless curbside pickup. Simply submit your print to us using our new online form, pay for your print online using a credit card, and then pick it up using our curbside pickup service. Our MakerSpace staff… 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
