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Learn about Chicago music history with 'Sound Opinions' May 11
May 7, 2021 3:43 PM - Over a dozen suburban libraries are hosting "Sound Opinions Presents: The 10 Most Important Artists in Chicago Music History" on Tuesday, May 11. Join music critics Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot, hosts of the world's only rock 'n' roll talk show, for a live, online event celebrating Chicago music. -
Virtual scavenger hunt in Des PlainesJan 26, 2021 11:49 AM - The Des Plaines Public Library will host a virtual scavenger hunt for teen patrons Saturday.
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Des Plaines Public Library offers online tutoringDec 1, 2020 3:11 PM - The Des Plaines Public Library will offer free, online tutoring for middle school and high school students.
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Want to learn more about race in America? This book list will help
Aug 22, 2020 7:17 PM - For 17 years, John Brennan of Mount Prospect has been working to spur community conversations about race, racial and social injustice, and addressing systemic racism. It's what prompted Brennan, a retired Catholic priest, to start the Suburban Mosaic Book of the Year program.
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Murphy to host virtual town hall meeting July 22
Jul 9, 2020 12:41 PM - To connect with residents and keep the community up to date on important legislative issues, State Senator Laura Murphy (D-Des Plaines) will host a virtual town hall meeting via Zoom on July 22 at 7 p.m. -
How a career change led new director to the Des Plaines library
Aug 8, 2019 7:40 PM - Despite a passion for libraries from an early age, Jo Bonell chose the legal profession when deciding on her first career. But a midlife change led Bonell back to her first love and her new post as executive director of the Des Plaines Public Library. -
Town hall in Des Plaines:Jun 18, 2019 3:58 PM - State Sen. Laura Murphy of Des Plaines is hosting a summer town hall from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, June 20, in meeting rooms B and C at the Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood Ave.
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Three northwest suburban libraries receive state grantsMay 9, 2018 1:12 PM - Libraries in Des Plaines, Elk Grove Village and Schaumburg Township will receive state grants ranging from $27,630 to $158,561 through the Illinois Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid program.
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District 62 artwork on display at Des Plaines libraryApr 19, 2018 3:57 PM - Des Plaines Elementary School District 62 again has partnered with the Des Plaines Public Library to showcase student artwork during its spring art show.
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Des Plaines library offers 'Searching for Truth During Election Season' program
Feb 16, 2018 12:51 PM - Just in time for midterm elections in March, Des Plaines Public Library is offering a free program, "Searching for Truth During Election Season: Separating Fact From Fiction" on Wednesday February 28, 7 -- 8:30 p.m. at DPPL. Register at dppl.org/events
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