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Did you miss the class? Watch the recording! Join award-winning cookbook author, New York Times food columnist, and Serious Eats director J. Kenji López-Alt for an evening of cooking insights, techniques, and foodie explorations. Chicago's Billy Zureikat joins Kenji in conversation.

(This program originally aired over Zoom on November 18, 2025 and will be available until December 21, 2025.)

The Youth Services Team loves going on adventures together through books, movies, video games, and much more. Find out where your favorite librarians have traveled this month!

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Hey, Kiddos! It's time for a new edition of DIY with DPPL! This month, make your own beaded pumpkin!

Starting on Saturday, November 15th, 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.)

Here's what DPPL's Readers' Advisory staff recommends you read, watch, or listen to this month!

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Did you miss the class? Watch the recording! Prepare for a magical evening as Illinois Libraries Present welcomes actress Marissa Bode. Join us to explore Bode’s early inspirations and performances, leading up to her portrayal of Nessarose in Wicked. Bode will share personal stories and insights from her time on stage, the challenges and rewards of being part of an iconic production, and what the future holds for her career.  She will be joined in conversation with Amanda Finn, a queer theater, lifestyle, and travel journalist based in Chicago. Click here to watch the recording!

(This program originally aired over Zoom on October 21, 2025 and will be available until November 27, 2025.)