Library News

Monday, February 2 through Friday, February 6

Stop by the library during open hours February 2-6 to pick up a Take & Make kit! Create your own robot-themed Valentine card, give your robot character a unique personality, and write a fun Valentine message inside to share with friends or family. Open to all ages.

Friday, February 6 and 20 from 10-10:30 a.m.

We'll have stories, sign language, singing, and bubbles! Open to ages 0-5. Older siblings are welcome.

Monday, February 9 through Friday, February 13

Stop by the library during open hours to pick up a scavenger hunt that inspires you to find and share acts of love and kindness! Complete the challenges, then tell us about your discoveries to receive a special sticker. Open to all ages.

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, February 11 from 10:30 -11:30 a.m. (2nd Wed. of every month)

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

Friday, February 13 from 10-10:30 a.m.

We’re excited to host a special Storytime featuring local author Shelby Viguier! Shelby will be sharing her newly published children’s book, Fearlessly and Profoundly Deaf, a heartfelt and empowering story that celebrates identity, courage, and inclusion.

Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event for $20. Join us to enjoy a wonderful story and support a local author in our community!

Monday, February 16

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 Friday, February 13, 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. 

Friday, February 20 from 10-10:30 a.m.

We'll have stories, sign language, singing, and bubbles! Open to ages 0-5. Older siblings are welcome.

Thursday, February 26 from 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Take a break and treat yourself! Adults 18+ are welcome to an evening of cozy, calming fun. 

• Create a soothing sugar scrub

• Engage in a collaborative puzzle

• Practice mindful coloring 

• Enjoy a moment to unwind 

All attendees will be entered to win a calming gift basket!

Friday, February 20 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.

🟥 What is a Toniebox? A child friendly audio device. The characters have stories and music to share! 📚

Checking out our new Toniebox and characters just got easier! All characters are downloaded and ready to go. Once you check out a character with our Tonie box, turn it on and set a character on top. No need for wifi connection! Ready to travel with in the car!

If the box or character you're interested in is checked out, we can place a hold so that you can check it out as soon as it's available.