Library News

Wednesday, April 1 from 2-4 p.m.

Drop in anytime from 2-4 p.m. to design your own beaded bracelet. We have a large selection of donated beads that are perfect for this craft! All ages are welcome.

Friday, April 3

Have a happy Easter! The book drop is available 24/7. You may return Deer Creek Library items, or items from other libraries as well. If you're unable to pick up any book requests by Thursday, April 2, please give us a call (309-447-6724) and we can put them in our Pick-up Lockers outside the library. Then you're able to pick up your books at a time that's convenient to you. 

What: Coffee and Community

Join us for a warm cup and friendly conversation! Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and hot chocolate while connecting with fellow community members. 

When: Wednesday, April 8 from 10:30 -11:30 a.m. (2nd Wed. of every month)

Where:  Deer Creek District Library 205 E. 1st Ave Deer Creek, IL

Fridays, April 10 and 17 from 10-10:30 a.m.

We’ll share stories, learn simple sign language, sing songs, and enjoy bubble fun. Open to children ages 0–5, and older siblings are always welcome. Stay after Storytime for crafts, coloring pages, or hands-on activities!

Monday, April 6 through Friday, April 10

Search for hidden images throughout the library, and once you’ve found them all, claim your fun sticker as a prize. Fun for all ages—drop in anytime during open hours all week long!

Monday, April 20 through Friday, April 24

Available during open hours M/W 10am-5pm, Tu/Th 11am-6pm, F 9am-2pm

Hardbacks 50¢, Paperbacks 25¢, Children’s books 10¢, Audiobooks and Playaways 50¢, DVDs 50¢

Every purchase makes a difference! Proceeds from this cash only sale support the library’s collection development and programming—helping us bring more books, resources, and events to our community.

Friday, April 24 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Zumbini is an early childhood development program focused on music & movement for children ages 0 to 5 years, to attend with their music-loving (Zumba loving!) caregiver(s). Older siblings are welcome. Caregivers must remain present.

Thursday, April 30 from 5:30-7 p.m.

Feeling stressed? Learn simple, everyday mindfulness techniques to help you slow down, breathe, and feel more in control—no experience needed. In this hands-on session, you’ll also create a personalized mindfulness kit to take home, filled with practical tools for focus, grounding, and calm. We need at least 5 participants to make the event happen — call the library or stop by to add your name to the sign-up list today! 309-447-6724

The Deer Creek Library is excited to announce this year’s summer reading theme: Plant a Seed, Read! In our small, rural community, this theme truly feels right at home.

The iREAD organization shares, "Plant a Seed, Read is rooted in the concept of farm to table. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Both food and stories connect us to our family, culture, economy, and ecology."

The Deer Creek District Library Summer Reading program will run June 1-26, 2026. Sign-up will start the last week of May 25-29.