Library News

What: Coffee and Community with Rich Brehmer

Join us on the second Wednesday of every month at 10:30 AM, as we host Coffee and Community! Enjoy complimentary coffee and tea while socializing with fellow community members. This month, come say hello to Rich Brehmer, our local Tax Assessor since 2005! He’ll bring forms, answer questions, and share a bit of local history.

👋 Stop by for a chat—and a cup of coffee! 

When: Wednesday, July 9th @ 10:30 a.m. (2nd Wed. of every month)

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

Cricut Basics: Hands-On Beginner Class - Personalized Acrylic Keychains

Tuesday, July 15 at 5:30 - 7:00 PM

Curious about Cricut? Learn the basics and create personalized acrylic keychains using permanent vinyl in this free beginner-friendly class—no experience necessary!

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭:

Join us for an interactive Cricut class designed for beginners! Whether you're thinking about trying a Cricut for the first time or want to confidently use the one available at Deer Creek Library, this class will give you hands-on experience. You'll learn the essentials and create Personalized Acrylic Keychains

All materials are provided, and the class is completely free—thanks to the support of Deer Creek Library.

We recommend you bring your preferred device to use and learn on be it an iPad, Laptop, or Cellphone (Chromebooks are not compatible with Cricut Design Space. This is a hands-on course and it will be easier if you have a device you are comfortable to use during the class.

𝐈𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥:

• Learn what a Cricut machine is and how it works

• Explore the basics of Cricut Design Space software

• Practice cutting, weeding and transferring vinyl

• Create a personalized acrylic keychain

• Get comfortable using the Cricut machine available to patrons at the library

• Leave with a finished project and new skills you can use again!

𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:

 Date: Tuesday, July 15, 2025

 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

 Location: Deer Creek Library, Deer Creek, IL

 Cost: Free (funded by Deer Creek Library)

 Registration: Contact Deer Creek Library to sign up, 309-447-6724. Space is limited to 15 participants.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝:

Just bring yourself and your preferred device to learn on ie. Laptop/Tablet/Phone (No Chromebooks, they are not compatible with Cricut Design Space)—everything else will be provided.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝:

This class is perfect for anyone aged 14 and older who wants to learn how to use a Cricut machine. No prior experience is required—just come ready to learn and create!