Public Communications

Ahoy mateys and lovers of groovin', jazzy, and snazzy hits of the '70s and '80s! Early boarding is now happening for the most eagerly anticipated library event of August 27.

Get ready for loud and crunchy guitar riffs at the library because Battle of the Bands is back!! We are so excited to host our second battle! Join us for a fun musical event Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 1-3pm at the Dundee Library's Meeting Room (Lower Level).

The Mitchells vs. the Machines

Did you know there is a traveling manga library in the United States?

I had the opportunity to visit the Carolina Manga Library at Anime Central this year.

I Love Me

The focus of the “I Love Me” programs is self-care and self-love. A relaxing activity will be scheduled once every three months, including a sound bath meditation, drumming circles, and calming art activities.

You may or may not have been able to attend our latest Artful Adventures Button Tree Art at Randall Oaks Library, now is your chance to make some for yourself!

You just need a few simple craft supplies and a vision to create your own masterpiece!

Now that we've had the weekend to fully immerse ourselves in miss Taylor’s new album, The Tortured Poets Department, why not try to be a tortured poet yourself.  As we all know Taylor Swift is always scheming and it's no coincidence that she released her album in April, it is national poetry

Join our Eclipse Watch Party on Monday, April 8 on the Dundee Library front lawn. A partial solar eclipse will occur between 12:50 p.m. and 3:22 p.m., with maximum coverage happening at 2:07 p.m.

Drumming Open Jam

If you wanna try something new or wanna give your neighbors a break, come hit the drums at the Library!!

We’ll be offering open jam sessions from 4-5pm on the following dates: 

The beginning of tax season is already upon us! Starting this week, the Dundee Library will have a limited supply of 2023 Illinois and Federal tax forms out on display. We expect these to go quickly but once they're gone, the Information Desk can print any of the forms for you, free of charge.

While we've been looking back at our favorites over the last few weeks, to wrap up the year, let's take a peek at what our patrons have been reading the most. Below, I'll share the adult nonfiction titles that were published this year and checked out the most times.