The DeKalb Public Library will host an event for residents to create a gingerbread house box to store small Christmas gifts.

The free event will begin at 5 p.m. Dec. 11 in the library’s 09 Creative makerspace, 309 Oak St.

Participants will be able to make a gingerbread house box. Attendees also can create gingerbread-layered ornaments and decorate a doll chain with pre-cut hats, bows and candies. Because of limited space, the event is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

For information, email annas@dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 2851.