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PROGRAMS
About our virtual programs
Patrons can participate in virtual programming two ways:
- Live on Zoom
- Register in advance for log-in information
- Patrons may be able to interact with presenters and ask questions in real-time
- The program may be recorded for patrons to watch at a later date. All virtual programs follow the library's Photo and Video policy. Please be aware of your privacy settings before participating in a live program
- Find programs by using the "Virtual Programs" filter on the library's event calendar
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- On-demand
- Recordings can be watched anytime
- Patrons typically do not need to register in advance. Some recordings may require a password which will be posted on this page or sent to registrants
- Patrons are unable to interact with presenters and ask questions in real-time
- Recordings are posted and made available in adherence to the presenter's contract. Some programs may not be available as recordings or will be posted for a short time
Upcoming Virtual Programs
Visit the library's event page
Newly added programs
Programs listed here have been added within the last month. Additional programs for all ages can be found further on this page!
For Adults and Teens:
- Job Workshop: Conflict Management
- Power and Representation in American Indian Mascots
- Job Workshop: Cool Tools for Your Job Search
- A Book Discussion with David Levithan, part of EQDG's One Book One Town community program
- Illinois Libraries Presents...Drawing Comics with Jarrett Krosoczka
- Job Workshop: Resumes vs Robots
Programs on-demand
ADULTS & TEENS
Author, Book, & Film Discussions
- An evening with Author Cathy Park Hong, "Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning"
- Richard Wright's Grandson Talks about Wright's Lost Book - The Man Who Lived Underground
- An Evening with Andrea Elliott
- A Book Discussion with David Levithan, part of EQDG's One Book One Town community program
- Illinois Libraries Presents...Drawing Comics with Jarrett Krosoczka
Cooking Classes with Chef Michael Niksic
Crafts
Presentations, Performances, Webinars, & Workshops
- Pronouns Matter: Beyond He and She
- The Color of Law: & Reversing Segregation with Richard Rothstein
- Adventures in D&D
- Food Waste 101 with Organization of the Month (February) Food Rescue US - Willowbrook
- Cable Options and Reducing Robo Calls
- Short Plays for an Antiracist Tomorrow performed by DGS drama students
- LGBTQ+ Inclusion and Acceptance Panel
- FAFSA Changes and the College Planning Process
- Tax Planning: What You and Your Family Need To Know
- Taxes are Everyone's Business
- Murder, Mayhem, and the Mob: Part 1
- Murder, Mayhem and the Mob: Part 2
- Murder, Mayhem, and the Mob: Part 3
- Murder, Mayhem, and the Mob: Part 4
- Power and Representation in American Indian Mascots
Technology Courses
- Password Managers
- Facebook Marketplace
- Intro to Discord
- Selling Your Stuff on Facebook
- Advanced Zoom
- Surfing Basics & Navigating the DGPL Website
- Page Basics
- Discover Your Library's Business Databases
- Google Meet
- DGPL Databases: A Brief Overview
- Navigating Social Media
- Google Slides
- Using the DGPL Aspen Catalog Series
- Organizing Your Files and Photos
KIDS' PROGRAMS
Storytimes
Availability is dependent on access determined by the publisher.
DIY Storytimes
Activities
- Art Tour at the Library
- Bug Out!
- Animal Yoga ABC
- Toddler Bean Bags
- Baby Scarves
- Roll Roll Sugar Babies Fingerplay Video
- LGBTQ+ Resources for Kids of all Ages
- Bored No More
- Family Dance Party
- Teddy Bear Yoga
- Pool Noodle Rockets
- Sensory Activities for Infants and Toddlers
- Paper Woven Hearts
- Mothers Day Gift (Home Depot)
Email AskUs@dglibrary.org for questions about Adult and Teen programs,
or KidsDesk@dglibrary.org for questions about Kids' programs.