Holiday Closing
All library locations will be closed Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25 for the Christmas Holiday.
Library Blog
Survey Results & Strategic Plan Goals
Last September, the Fox River Valley Public Library District conducted a community survey meant to help us map out a strategic plan that will guide us for the next five years.
Celebrate Black History Month with STEAM!
The month of February has brought us to Black History Month. We take this time to celebrate African American achievements. Join us in recognizing notable Black inventors, mathematicians and scientists with hands-on learning kits.
Cozy Up With New Spanish Children's Books
I am excited to announce our Spanish collection continues to grow! Our popular series such as Dog Man, The Bad Guys, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, The Baby-sitters Club and many more are now available in Spanish.
Need Tax Forms?
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.
Needle Felt Fun
In case you missed Randall Oaks’ Needle Felt Cozy Creatures program last week, here is a little recap and some instructions in case you would like to attempt this craft at home.
Best of 2023: Top Circulating FRVPLD Adult Titles (Nonfiction)
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.
Best of 2023: Favorite Children's Books Published This Year
Please enjoy some of my favorite children's books published in 2023, from graphic novels for tweens to board books for babies.
Best of 2023: Top Circulating FRVPLD Adult Titles (Fiction)
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 fiction titles that were published this year and checked out the most times.
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Best of 2023: Musical Artists We Lost This Year
2023, you didn't do right by us. In fact, you were much harsher than your previous counterparts in your culling of beloved musicians. Never discriminatory, you took singers and songwriters from across the musical spectrum. Your reach extended across the global community too.
Best of 2023: Pro Wrestling Recap
2023 continued to be an insane year in the world of professional wrestling. From unforeseen returns to unbelievable storylines, wrestling persists in being one of the most interesting, engaging forms of entertainment available.
Best of 2023: My Top Reads Published This Year
As always, it’s really difficult for me to look back and choose my favorite books of the year.