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
Reading Digital Picture Books with Your Child
When it comes to interactions with your child, reading is one of the best things you can do with them – whether you’re reading board books, picture books, or even a grocery list, this activity is important to their early literacy development. The physical acts of sharing print books – including reading, touching, smelling, and […] Read More
2017 Guess The Grammys Contest
Join us for one of our most popular contests of the year! Choose who you think will win the Grammy award in 11 different categories. A winner will be chosen from the entries with the most correct answers. First and second place prizes will be awarded. Entries will be accepted until the Library closes at 5 […] Read More
Read, Write, Play, Sing & Talk @ the Library
The five early literacy practices get your child ready to read, are easy, fun, and can be done right in our Preschool Pavilion! Read: This one is kind of a no-brainer, since you’re surrounded by books! Check out the Picture Book Notebook for booklists by subject matter. Choose a book, and explore it with your child. […] Read More
Tech Time: Digitally Plan Your Day
I am a big fan of planning and organization (though my desk doesn’t always show that, as I am also a fan of the organized chaos of piles). I have a lot of different activities, both at work and in my personal life, and keeping track of it all can be extremely difficult, which is […] Read More
National Disability Voter Registration Week
Taking part in the electoral process is one of our most basic and important rights as American citizens. It gives us a say on crucial issues that may affect us, and allows us a voice in choosing our representatives in local, state, and federal government. This can be especially important for individuals with disabilities. According […] Read More
‘Guess the Grammys’ Contest is Back!
Join us for one of our most popular contests of the year! Choose who you think will win the Grammy award in 11 different categories. A winner will be chosen from the entries with the most correct answers. First and second place prizes will be awarded. Entries will be accepted until the Library closes at 5 […] Read More
Winter Movie Discussions – Marilyn Monroe
Every quarter we choose a theme and pick out three movies to both watch and talk a bit about. Our Multimedia Librarian, Ted (that’s me!), introduces each film and gives a little background and information about the movie. Our Winter Movie Discussion theme focuses on the great movie star Marilyn Monroe. Fifty years after her death, […] Read More
New and Improved at DPL…Your Self-Checkout Stations!
We have updated the look and functionality of our self-checkout stations for an easier and smoother checkout experience for patrons! The first thing you will notice about the updated self-checkout is the new main menu. Now, you can access Check-Out, Make a Payment, Renew, and Account right from the main menu. To select any of these options, […] Read More
Library Circulation: Your Questions Answered!
Are you new to the Deerfield area? Are you visiting us from a neighboring community? Do you have an aging Deerfield Library card in your wallet? Everyone, from the newest card-holder to the most seasoned library user, has questions about our circulation policies from time to time; and we want you to know that we […] Read More