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The Canvas - DPPL's new creative space - is now under construction and set to open in early 2025.

Here's a peek at what went on behind the plywood in October and November.

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Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration to your holiday season. A two-time James Beard Foundation award winner, Smith served as Oprah Winfrey’s personal chef for a decade. He is a prolific cookbook author and TV personality.

Smith will be joined in conversation by Monica Eng, award-winning Chicago journalist and co-host of the food podcast Chewing with Louisa Chu.

(This program originally aired over Zoom on November 20, 2024 and will be available until December 23, 2024.)

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Check out more than 50 things to do at DPPL this month. Programs, crafts, classes and more for Adults, Kids and Teens.

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Hey, Kiddos! It's time for a new edition of DIY with DPPL!

This time, you'll learn how to make your very own gratitude jar.

Starting on Saturday, November 23rd, stop by the Youth Services desk on the second floor of DPPL to pick up a kit (while supplies last!), and then use the materials to do the project we show you step-by-step in the video.

(Grade 1 and up.)