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What's New and Happening at DPPL

Events & Programs for Adults
You'll be surprised at how many useful, informative, fun and FREE programs we offer.

What's New
Keep up-to-date on Library news, videos and blogs.

PlainTalk
A blog focusing on library events and services, while also highlighting what's happening in Des Plaines.

Positively Ellinwood Street
A blog about books, movies and music.

How Can We Help You Today?

Do you know the Library offers:

Free wi-fi throughout the building?
Private group study rooms you can reserve in advance? (Call 847-827-5551)
Large public meeting rooms that can be reserved by DPPL cardholders?

Read/Watch/Listen
Learn about authors, musicians, movies, explore book discussions and our Positively Ellinwood Street blog.

Reference Services
The place for serious research: research databases, subject guides, live chat reference help.

Business/Career Center
For job-seekers and career shifters.

Green/Environmental Resources
We're going green with you.

Special Services
Caring for a homebound family member? Need assistance while you recover from an illness or injury? Want to visit our Mobile Library? You'll find more information here.

Parents - visit our page of resources for parents and caregivers.