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Autumn 2016
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A CONVERSATION WITH SHARON FIFFER
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A NEW CHAPTER: EISENHOWER’S TEEN SPACE
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BUS TRIPS
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BOOK & MOVIE REVIEWS
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Contents 01 From the Director 02 Mysteries & Antiques 03 Adult Programs 05 Film Screenings 06 Book Clubs 07 Bus Trips 08 Recommendations 09 Kids Worlds 11 Discussion Groups 12 Computer Classes 13 Teen & Special Events 14 A New Chapter
Coffee with the Director Tuesdays, September 20th, October 25th & November 22nd 5:00–6:00 pm
Stop in at Fannie’s Cafe, grab a free cup of coffee, and share your thoughts, comments, and suggestions with director Stacy Wittmann.
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Registration for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents begins August 1st. Non-residents may register starting August 8th.
WRITING IN THE MARGINS Things are continuing to change at Eisenhower. We’re creating a new teen space, expanding study rooms, and continuing to offer exceptional programming. In fact, our programming is so successful that programs fill up and people often find themselves on waiting lists. That’s why residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights will now be able to register for programs a week before anyone else. This is in keeping with other changes we’ve made over the last couple of years; Eisenhower Exclusives, digital resources, and exemption from overdue fines are all benefits that are only available to our residents. Once August 8th arrives, everyone else will be able to sign up for programs but until then, program registration is available exclusively to residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights. As with any change, there are a few things we will all have to get used to: • We’ll be verifying residency during that first week by requiring an Eisenhower Public Library card; resident cards have a unique prefix, which allows us to distinguish these from others. Signing up for a card is easy. If you don’t have one, just make sure to bring an ID with your current address or a utility bill. • We won’t be able to accommodate online registration during that first week. You’ll need to either stop in or call. Make sure to have your library card number handy. • You’ll need to pay any program fees during that week; if you don’t pay, you won’t be officially registered. We want residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights to have every opportunity to enjoy everything the library has to offer. We hope you take advantage of this latest benefit and discover something new at your library.
Stacy Wittmann, Library Director Love magazines? Try Flipster, our new digital magazine service. To start reading magazines such as Cooking Light, People, Time, and Vogue on your computer, tablet, or phone, visit eisenhowerlibrary.org/digitaldownloads. Need help with Flipster? Ask at the library Answers Desk or call 708-867-2299.
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A Conversation with Mystery Writer
SHARON FIFFER
Enjoy coffee and cookies provided by the library from Fannie’s Cafe Sunday, October 2nd, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Sharon Fiffer’s award-winning writing has appeared in The New York Times and The Chicago Tribune. She is best known for her Killer Stuff mystery novels following amateur detective Jane Wheel. Laid off, separated, and heading for a midlife crisis, Jane Wheel makes ends meet as a “picker” foraging for antiques at suburban Chicago’s auctions and flea markets. Her new career leads to more than vintage collectibles when she becomes the prime suspect in a murder. Filled with estate sale insider information, quirky characters, and amateur sleuthing, Sharon’s mysteries explore the everyday lives and disappearing small-town atmosphere at the edges of the metropolis. Fans of The Antiques Roadshow and fast-paced mysteries won’t want to miss this. Join us for coffee and conversation.
More Antiques & Mysteries
Agatha Christie Film Fest
Agatha Christie: Packing for Syria
Antique Appraisals
And Then There Were None
® Sat. Sept. 17th, 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
® Sun, Sept. 18th, 1:30 pm–4:30 pm
Actress Betsey Means portrays Agatha Christie, “the Queen of Crime,” as she prepares to join her archaeologist husband in the Middle East. Hear Christie’s views on writing, marriage, and the mystery of living.
Let expert Mark Moran appraise your antique. One item per person, please. No weapons, traps, Nazi memorabilia, fine jewelry, Beanie Babies, coins or paper money. If you just want to watch, register as an audience member.
Friday, September 2nd, 1:00 pm
Witness for the Prosecution
Friday, September 9th, 1:00 pm
Murder, She Said
Friday, September 16th, 1:00 pm
Murder on the Orient Express
Friday, September 23rd, 1:00 pm
Sell Your Stuff
Buy Cool Stuff
® Saturday, September 10th,
® Saturday, September 17th,
Learn how to make extra money selling on Ebay, Etsy, Letgo, and more.
Grow your collections by buying cool stuff on Ebay, Etsy, Letgo, and other websites.
10:00 am–12:00 pm
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Mystery Movies Nancy Drew (2007) PG - 99 minutes
Wednesday, September 28th, 6:00 pm
Clue (1985) PG - 94 minutes
Wednesday, October 12th, 6:00 pm
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ADULT EVENTS Garden Tool Maintenance
Mo’ Beat Blues Show
® Wednesday, September 7th, 6:00–7:30 pm
® Monday, September 19th, 7:00–8:00 pm
Medicare 101
Shine in the Job Market
As the garden season winds down, now is a good time to take stock of your garden tools and get them in shape for next year. Bring a shovel, hand pruners, or snippers and gardening guru Amy Greenamyer will show you the ins and outs of tool maintenance and sharpening.
® Thursday, September 8th, 1:00–3:00 pm
Joanna Prisiajniouk of the Medicare Insurance Group gets you up to speed on what to expect from Medicare. Learn about Supplements, Advantage Plans, Part D Prescription Coverage, and cost saving strategies for the years ahead.
What Shakespeare Says about the Modern World ® Thursday, September 8th, 7:00–8:00 pm
Shakespeare’s plays describe the human condition as clearly now as in his time. Exploring the 400 years since Shakespeare’s death, scholar John Nygo shows you how the writings of Shakespeare relate to your modern life.
Queens of the Adriatic: A Tour of Croatia ® Thursday, September 15th, 7:00–8:00 pm
Take a tour of Venice and Croatia with world traveler Al Popowits. Wind down the Grand Canal past the city’s historic bridges, churches, and palaces. Then cruise along the Dalmatian coast, experiencing the charms of the cities of Split, Sibenik, and Dubrovnik.
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Sam Lozada is a music machine! Experience his fresh approach to Blues, Jazz, Country, R&B, and Swing with soulful harmonies, mind-blowing harmonica, and good clean jokes as he performs with his wife Janice in this family friendly show.
® Saturday, September 24th, 1:00–3:00 pm
Being able to do the job and being able to interview for the job are very different skills. Learn strategies to handle yourself effectively in a job interview. Practice your interviewing skills and learn how to interview with confidence.
Book Buzz: What’s New, What’s Hot & What to Read Next ® Monday, September 26th, 7:00–8:00 pm
Join Robert Haddock from Penguin-Random House to find out what the hottest new books are for autumn. You’ll get goodies from Penguin, too!
Heroes of the Air ® Thursday, October 6th, 6:30–7:30 pm
Before Superman was a movie star and Little Orphan Annie a Broadway smash, they were heard on the radio. Join Those Were the Days host Steve Darnall for a look at (and listen to) some of the many heroes who made their way from comics to radio in the 1930s.
Registration for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents begins August 1st. Non-residents may register starting August 8th. To register call 708-867-2299 or ask at the Library Answers Desk.
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Houdini: His Life & Legend ® Monday, October 10th, 7:00–8:30 pm
Domestic Adoption: The Basics & Beyond
Make Your Own Beer Caddy
Rebecca Gruenspan of RG Adoption Consulting helps you understand what it takes to realize your dreams of having a baby. Learn about common mistakes to avoid and discuss the concerns of single, gay, or older adopting parents.
Magician and storyteller William Pack tells the story of Harry Houdini’s life with recreations of his magic. Come early to see Houdini ephemera from Pack’s collection and purchase his book, The Essential Houdini.
® Saturday, October 15th, 2:00–4:00 pm
$10.00 - Need something to carry your six pack? Make your own wooden beer caddy. All materials supplied, but bring your own stickers, pictures or other special things you’d like to use to personalize your caddy.
Everyday Life in East Germany ® Sunday, October 16th, 2:00–3:30 pm
Although East Germany was a totalitarian state during the Cold War, its residents lived a relatively normal life. German-born historian Anette Isaacs explores the food, culture, and everyday items that gave the Soviet state an identity so different from West Germany.
Go Figure: How Statistics Affect Your Voting Choices ® Monday, October 24th, 7:00–8:00 pm
It’s almost time to vote. How will the numbers figure in your decision? Numeracy expert Matt Baron helps you learn how to wade through the statistics and explains how they affect election coverage in the media.
Edible Landscape Design ® Wednesday, November 2nd, 6:00–7:00 pm
Landscape architect Jackie Kotzw walks you and the Eisenhower Garden Club through transforming your flower bed into an edible garden.
® Sunday, November 6th, 2:00–3:30 pm
Candle Making ® Wednesday, November 9th, 6:30–8:30 pm
$5.00 - Candle making is a fun and practical hobby. Learn how to safely craft natural soy-based candles with organic herbs and pure essential oils. Take home your own scented container candle! All materials supplied.
Meditation for a Stress-Free Holiday ® Tuesday, November 15th, 6:30–8:00 pm
Along with families and fun, the holidays can bring stress and depression. Instructor Michael Ribet explores the power of mindfulness to relieve stress during the holidays and throughout the year.
Save Money for College ® Wednesday, November 16th, 7:00–8:00 pm
College costs keep going up. Investment advisor Steven Briggs shows you how a strategic savings plan can help provide your student with a college education.
Grandma Goes to the South Pacific ® Monday, November 28th, 6:30–7:30 pm
Go island-hopping through the tropical archipelagos of the South Pacific with inspirational, world-traveling grandma Jeanne Roppolo. See what it’s like to spend time on a remote island, diving for pearls, swimming with sharks, and lying on a private beach at sunset.
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CLASSIC FILMS Film scholar Ralph Amelio presents each movie and leads a fact-filled conversation.
The Caine Mutiny (1954)
Bride of Frankenstein (1971)
Thursday, September 1st, 1:00 pm. 125 minutes.
Thursday, October 27th, 1:00 pm. 75 minutes.
An officer faces a court martial after relieving his unstable captain of command. Directed by Edward Dmytryk. Starring Humphrey Bogart and José Ferrer.
Dr. Frankenstein is forced to tempt fate once again by creating a suitable mate for his famous monster. Directed by James Whale. Starring Boris Karloff and Elsa Lanchester.
Champion (1949) Thursday, September 15th, 1:00 pm. 99 minutes.
Seduced by fans, money, and women, a boxer rises to fame by stepping on other people. Directed by Mark Robson. Starring Kirk Douglas and Arthur Kennedy.
Casablanca (1942) Thursday, September 29th, 1:00 pm. 102 minutes.
During WWII, an American expatriate’s life is complicated by a former lover. Directed by Michael Curtiz. Starring Humphrey Bogart & Ingrid Bergman.
Shall We Dance (1937) Thursday, October 13th, 1:00 pm. 116 minutes.
A budding romance between a ballet master and a tap dancer becomes the focus of rumors that they’re secretly already married. Directed by Mark Sandrich.
The Music Box & Sons of the Desert (1932 & 1933) Thursday, November 10th, 1:00 pm. 99 minutes.
Laurel and Hardy struggle to push a piano up a seemingly insurmountable flight of stairs and then contend with angry wives who discover they lied about a convalescent ocean cruise.
The Wild Bunch (1969) Thursday, November 17th, 1:00 pm. 145 minutes.
A group of aging outlaws looks for one last big score as the Wild West is disappearing around them. Directed by Sam Peckinpah. Starring William Holden and Ernest Borgnine.
more film screenings, see the Agatha Christie Film Festival and Mystery Movies on page 2 and the * For Page to Screen Book Club on page 6.
LOVE MOVIES? With Hoopla Digital and your Eisenhower Library card you can instantly download and stream more than 10,000 movies to your computer, tablet, or smart phone. Hoopla has TV shows, audio books, ebooks and comics, too! Get started with Hoopla at www.hoopladigital.com or by downloading the Hoopla App. Need help? Call 708-867-2299 or ask at the Answers Desk.
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BOOK CLUBS Adult Book Discussion
MODERN TIMES FILM SERIES
First Monday of each month, 7:00–8:30 pm
Wide-ranging book choices and lively discussions will keep you energized and excited about reading.
Romance Book Club Second Monday of each month, 7:00–8:30 pm
This twice-monthly series showcases new additions to the library’s movie collection.
Our romance book discussion group meets every month to talk about the books we’ve been reading.
Race (2016)
Polish Heritage Book Club
Tuesday, September 13th, 2:00 pm. 134 minutes. Tuesday, September 27th, 6:00 pm. 134 minutes.
Discover the incredible true story of Gold Medal champion Jesse Owens’ quest to become the greatest track and field athlete in history while being thrust onto the world stage of the 1936 Olympics, where he faces off against Adolf Hitler’s vision of Aryan supremacy.
Hail, Caesar! (2016) Tuesday, October 11th, 2:00 pm. 106 minutes. Tuesday, October 25th, 6:00 pm. 106 minutes.
Oscar-winning filmmakers Joel and Ethan Coen are back with an all-star comedy starring George Clooney, Jonah Hill, Scarlett Johansson, and Channing Tatum. Set during Hollywood’s Golden Age, Hail, Caesar! follows a single day in the life of a studio fixer with plenty of problems to fix.
Thursday, October 13th, 3:00–4:30 pm
Join us for an English-language book group focused on Polish literature and culture. We’ll read In My Hands: Memories of a Holocaust Rescuer by Irene Gut Opdyke. In 1939, when the Germans invaded Poland, Irene Gut was just a 17 year old. A girl, really. But a girl who saw evil and chose to defy it.
Page to Screen Book Club Sunday, September 11th, 1:30 pm Sunday, October 9th, 1:30 pm Sunday, November 13th, 1:30 pm
Join us every month to watch a movie and discuss the book from which it was adapted.
My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 (2016) Tuesday, November 22nd, 2:00 pm. 94 minutes. Tuesday, November 29th, 6:00 pm. 94 minutes.
In the years since we first met Toula and Ian, they have raised a daughter while trying to keep the spark alive. Just as they think they’re balancing a teenager, parents, and the rest of the clan, a secret brings the three generations together to plan a bigger, fatter and Greeker wedding!
September 11th
East of Eden
October 9th
Silence of the Lambs
November 13th
Get Shorty
Book club selections are available to borrow at the Library Services Desk one month before each meeting.
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BUS TRIPS ® Registration for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents begins August 1st. Non-residents may register starting August 8th.
To register call 708-867-2299 or ask at the Library Answers Desk.
The Mysterious Chicago
® Friday, September 30th, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. $35.00
Flappers who vanished from history. Submarine wrecks in the river. Disasters. Ghosts. Gangsters. Grave robbers. Secret alleys and pre-fire relics. Adam Selzer’s Mysterious Chicago “grab bag” bus tour is full of offbeat, hilarious and gruesome stories of unsolved crimes, strange secrets, and other fascinating tales from Chicago history you’ll never forget.
The Historic Cook House ® Friday, October 14th, 9:00 - 2:30 pm. $20.00
Following the Great Fire, Ansel B. Cook became one of the area’s most successful contractors. Today his 1878 home, filled with rooms depicting Victorian period scenes, houses the Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society. Join us for a guided tour of the mansion followed by lunch at Chili-U in Libertyville. Please be aware that there are stairs to climb inside the house.
The Magic Play at the Goodman Theatre ® Sunday, November 20th, 12:15 - 6:00 pm. $35.00
When a rising young magician takes the stage just hours after a breakup, his performance begins to unravel. Overcome with heartbreak, he must accept that the tricks and deceptions he uses to dazzle his audience are the very things that drove his lover away. Critically acclaimed magician and actor Brett Schneider stars in a mind-blowing spectacle that combines the allure of a live magic show with the poignancy of Chicago dramatic theater.
MOVIES Bridge of Spies Recommended by Elias
A convicted spy. A captured U-2 pilot. Two nations locked in a Cold War. That is the world we are shown in Bridge of Spies. Already charged with defending Soviet spy Rudolf Abel in court, American lawyer James Donovan must also negotiate an exchange between the U.S. and Soviet Union for a downed American pilot. At its core, Bridge of Spies is more political than procedural (such as John le Carré’s The Spy Who Came in From the Cold), examining the politics of the time and the difficulties experienced by its key figures. Recommended for history buffs and fans of the spy genre.
Invasion of the Body Snatchers Recommended by Chris
When the original Invasion of the Body Snatchers hit theaters in 1956, the U.S. was in the midst of the red scare and McCarthyism. The movie reflected the paranoia of the era. Twenty years later, Phillip Kaufman’s remake takes the original’s themes of conformity into the 1970s when the New Age movement was spreading across the country. In the movie, a celebrity self-help author leads the invasion of alien pod people, taking over the citizens of San Francisco.
Anonymous Writers Group Suggests Storm Front by Jim Butcher Recommended by Patrick Black Butler by Yana Toboso Recommended by Marissa The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight by Jennifer E. Smith Recommended by Jennifer
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BOOKS
RECOMMENDATIONS
Killer Stuff by Sharon Fiffer
Recommended by Dan
Jane Wheel knows she’s good at finding antiques, but she had no idea she’d be so good at finding dead bodies. When her neighbor turns up dead, Jane must explore suburban Chicago’s garage sales, auctions, and flea markets looking for a great deal and a merciless killer. After reading Killer Stuff, you’ll be up in your attic looking for bakelite buttons, vintage pottery, and other treasures.
The Summer Before the War by Helen Simonson
Recommended by Emily
Vivid, vibrant, and charming, The Summer Before the War tells the story of young lives just beginning, old ways winding down, and a small English town cheerfully blind to impending disaster – but ultimately, inevitably, caught up in the Great War’s horrors. Author Helen Simonson’s prose is radiant and her characters infused with warmth, humor, and intelligence, their lives sharply drawn and keenly felt.
YOUNG ADULT
KIDS The Girl in the Well is Me by Karen Rivers
Recommended by Celeste
Kammie’s life is in turmoil. Her family (minus her father) just moved to a new town, her brother is angry all the time, and she has to share an ugly orange room with him. Without anything familiar and comforting to hang onto, Kammie is desperate to fit in, and three girls have taken advantage of it. The story opens with an “initiation” into a fake club. The girls’ trick goes horribly wrong and Kammie is trapped in an old well, hurt, and alone. The combination of hallucinations, memories, and facts makes the otherwise basic plot complex and enthralling. The sense of danger is heightened as Kammie loses more of reality and begins to ramble. This emotional ride is one you can hardly put down as the ending often seems uncertain. Perfect for upper elementary school readers who are looking for a quick read with a satisfying depth. This book will also serve well as a great discussion into bullying.
The Emperor of Any Place by Tim Wynne-Jones Recommended by Penny
It’s just Evan and his father. There’s a grandfather somewhere but all Evan knows about him is what his father said. “Your grandfather’s a murderer.” When his father dies, Evan has no one to call except for the murderous grandfather. Before he arrives, Evan finds a book on his father’s desk – a diary of a Japanese soldier stranded on a Pacific island in World War II. Who was the American stranded with him? What did it mean to his father? And why does his grandfather want the book so badly?
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KIDS WORLD Lego Day
September 10th & October 22nd, ® Saturdays, 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Ages 4–12
A Kid’s World favorite! Come create with our Lego bricks and we’ll photograph your creation for our Facebook page.
Kids Yoga
Mondays, September 12th, ®19th & 26th, October 3rd & 17th, 4:00–5:00 pm. Ages 6–10
Enjoy yoga at the library with a registered yoga therapist. Yoga mats will be provided.
Introduction to Chess
September 14th, October 12th & ® Wednesdays, November 9th, 4:00–4:45 pm. Grades K–6
If you are new to chess or haven’t played in awhile, join this group lesson and meet other kids who want to play.
Kids Chess Open Play Wednesdays, September 14th - November 16th, 5:00 - 7:30 pm. Ages 12 & under
Borrow a chess set from the Kids Desk and play away the evening in Kids World. We’ll help match players but games will not be supervised.
Kids Write Away
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Thursdays, September 15th, October 6th & November 10th, 4:00–5:00 pm. Grades 4–6
Bring your creativity and we’ll provide paper and pens to do exercises that flex your inspiration and improve your craft. Let’s write away!
Minion Candy Monsters September 21st, ® Wednesday, 4:00–5:00 pm. Grades 1–4
Create hungry, gobbling Minions using recycled milk jugs and your imagination. Store candy, or anything else, right in your Minion’s wide-open mouth!
Meet Elephant and Piggie! Saturday, October 1st, 1:00–4:00 pm Ages 12 & under. Drop-in
Gerald and Piggie are out of their books! Take a photo with these popular Mo Willems characters. We’ll have games and crafts while you wait to meet them.
Intro to Robotics & Coding with Ozobots
October 10th, 10:00 am–2:00 pm ® Monday, Saturday, October 15th, 9:30–1:30 pm Grades 2–6
Learn about robotics and programming in this handson class. Draw lines for Ozobots to follow. Then, after a pizza lunch, use iPads to write code in the afternoon.
Kids Create: Musical Instruments
October 24th, 4:00–5:00 pm. ® Monday, Grade K–2
We’ll have loads of materials and ideas to invent and build musical instruments. Bring your creativity and take home your creations to entertain your family and friends.
Spooky Craft Day Saturday, October 29th, 1:30–4:30 pm. Ages 12 & under.
Inspired to create something spooky? Drop by to make a ghoulishly perfect craft.
Building Blocks of Architecture: Froebel® Design Workshop November 5th, ® Saturday, Grades K–3: 10:00–11:00 am.
Grades 4–6: 11:30am–12:30 pm
The Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust presents a workshop helping children learn through play. Building with Froebel Blocks teaches balance, tension, composition, symmetry, asymmetry, and more.
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Registration starts on August 1st for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents. Non-residents may register starting August 8th. To sign up, visit www.eisenhowerlibrary.org, call 708-867-2298, or ask in Kids World.
Lego Master Builders
READ Posters
November 12th & 26th, ® Saturdays, 2:00–4:00 pm. Ages 8–12
September 1st–30th Ages 12 & under
Stop by to get your picture taken with your favorite book. We’ll add your picture to a READ poster and hang it in Kids world. In October, stop by to pick up your poster–it’s yours to keep!
Want to try out some new Lego ideas? Want to learn real world science skills? Then Master Builders Challenge is for you!
U Make: With Duct Tape
Eisenhower Election
November 14th, 4:00–5:00 pm, ® Monday, Grades 3–6
What can you create with duct tape? We will have supplies and ideas to spark your imagination. Be creative and take your tape creation home with you!
Let’s Paint Fall Leaves
November 19th, 1:00–2:00 pm ® Saturday, Ages 5–7
With artist Christine Thornton, we’ll read a story about autumn and learn about leaf shapes. Choose your favorite leaves to paint on a large piece of paper and make a great decoration for home!
Fall Leaves Painting
Primary: October 1st–22nd Showdown: November 1st–8th
It’s election season. Make sure your voice is heard! During October’s Eisenhower Primary Election, declare yourself a member of the Mermaid Party or Dragon Party. Then, vote for the book character that you’d like to represent your party in the final showdown. After the Primary winners have chosen their running mates, they’ll need your vote to win the big office. Return in November to decide which candidates would best serve as President and Vice President of the Kids World Collection. Ballots for the Primary and the Showdown will available at the Kids Desk.
November 19th, 3:00 - 4:30 pm ® Saturday, Ages 8–12
Capture the beauty of fall in this workshop with artist Christine Thornton. First we’ll draw a leaf on paper and then use watercolor pencils to add vibrant color to your painting.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
Baby (6–17 months)
Toddler (18–35 months)
10:30 am
9:30 am Junior (3–5 years)
10:30 am
STORYTIME Fall Storytime schedule runs from September 6th to November 25th. For more information on Storytimes visit www.eisenhowerlibrary.org/storytime or ask in Kids World.
Polish Family
6:00 pm
WEDNESDAY Toddler (18–35 months)
10:00 am Junior (3–5 years)
1:00 pm
THURSDAY Big Kids (K–2nd grade)
6:00 pm
FRIDAY Junior (3–5 years)
10:00 am
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DISCUSSION GROUPS Pen & Ink Writers Group Third Monday of each month, 7:00–9:00 pm
The Pen & Ink Writers gather to read short stories, poems, or essays inspired by a common theme. Build up your writing skills through practice, presentation, and positive critique.
Gardening Club First Wednesday of each month, 6:00–7:30 pm
Have a green thumb? Let’s talk about bulbs, bushes, berries, and begonias.
Job Networking Group Third Saturday of each month, 1:00–3:00 pm
Mingle with others looking to expand employment opportunities.
Knitting Circle Third Tuesday of each month, 2:30–4:00 pm
Drop into Fannie’s Cafe for an afternoon of knitting and crocheting over tea and coffee.
Civil War Discussion First Saturday of each month, 10:00–11:30 am
Join Tom DeFranco for a discussion of Civil War related books, events, and historical figures.
® Registration for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents
SEPTEMBER Individual Computer Help ® Thursday, September 1st, 6:00–8:00 pm
Have a computer question you need help with? Sign up for a session with a technology clerk.
Basic Computer Literacy ® Tuesdays, September 6th, 13th & 20th, 7:00–8:00 pm
Learn the basics of using a computer with this three-part series. A great start for beginners.
LinkedIn for Business ® Friday, September 16th, 2:00–4:00 pm
Discover everything you need to get started and create a powerful presence on LinkedIn, the biggest social network for business professionals.
Hello, Android Series ® Thursdays, September 22nd & 29th, 7:00–8:30 pm
Learn the basics of using an Android device in this two-part workshop. Tablets will be provided and questions about your device will be taken after each class.
Microsoft Excel
LYNDA.COM Free access to Lynda.com’s courses is available through links on the Eisenhower website, www.eisenowerlibrary.org. New users will be prompted to create an account with their library card number and PIN. Need assistance? Ask at our Answers Desk or call 708-867-2299.
® Saturday, September 24th, 10:00 am–12:00 pm Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel for making spreadsheets.
Microsoft Word
® Monday, September 26th, 6:00–8:00 pm
Learn the basics of using Word for typing and saving documents.
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TECH CLASSES begins August 1st. Non-residents may register starting August 8th. To register call 708-867-2299 or ask at the Answers Desk.
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
Advanced Computer Literacy
Microsoft Excel
® Thursday, November 3rd, 2:00–4:00 pm
Extend your computer knowledge with this three-part series.
Ancestry: Military Records
Microsoft Excel
Discover family heroes with the largest military records collection. Ancestry Online familiarity is recommended.
® Tuesdays, October 4th, 11th & 18th, 7:00–8:00 pm
® Thursday, October 6th, 6:00–8:00 pm
Learn the basics of Excel for making spreadsheets.
Learn the basics of Excel for making spreadsheets.
® Friday, November 4th, 2:00–3:00 pm
Hello, iPad Series
Intermediate Excel
® Saturdays, November 5th, 12th & 19th, 10:00–11:30 am
Push your Excel usage further with our mid-level class.
Intermediate Excel
® Saturday, October 15th, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Learn all about the iPad in this three-part course.
Microsoft Word
® Thursday, November 10th, 2:00–4:00 pm
Learn the basics of using Word for typing and saving documents.
Advanced Excel
Intermediate Excel
Learn more advanced skills to push your Excel usage even further.
® Wednesday, October 19th, 2:00–4:00 pm
® Thursday, October, 27th, 6:00–8:00 pm
Push your Excel usage further with our mid-level class.
CLASSES IN POLISH
Push your Excel usage further with our mid-level class.
® Thursday, November 17th, 2:00–4:00 pm
Individual Computer Help ® Tuesday, November 29th, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Sign up for help with a specific computer question.
Podstawy Computer Help
Podstawy Microsoft Word
Masz pytanie na temat komputera? Zarejestruj się na sesję z informatykiem (technology clerk) przyjdź z listą pytań lub rzeczy o które chcesz zapytać.
Klasa ta omawia podstawowe funkcje programu Microsoft Word służący do tworzenia i edytowania tekstu.
® 29 pazdziernika, 2:00–4:00 pm
® 28 listopad, 6:00–8:00 pm
® Rejestracja dla mieszkańców Norridge i Harwood Heights zaczyna się 1 sierpnia. Rejestracja dla niezamieszkałych w Norridge lub Harwood Heights zaczyna się 8 sierpnia.
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TEENS Anonymous Writers Every Thursday, 4:00–5:30 pm
A weekly hour-and-a-half of socializing and writing! Share your poems and stories in a supportive space or listen to others read.
Halloween Cupcake Decorating ® Friday, October 28th, 3:30–4:30 pm
Zombies? Vampires? Ghosts? Your choice. Decorate and eat scary cupcakes to celebrate the season.
Werewolf Saturdays, September 10th, October 8th & November 12th, 10:00–11:00 am
A monster has infiltrated your village! Can you survive the night and banish the werewolf? Find out with a rousing round of Werewolf, the party game for devious people. Other games will be available to play, too.
A New Teen Space
You asked for it and we heard you. We’re making a space at the library just for teens! Check out the next page for all the details and find out when teens can start using the new space to study, read, or just hang out with friends.
SPECIAL EVENTS
® Registration for Norridge and Harwood Heights
Fall Family Fun Fest
Fireplace Photos
Saturday, October 8th, 10:00 am–4:00 pm
® Sunday, November 27th
Join us for our annual Fun Fest! Come to the library to draw on the sidewalk, jump rope, make crafts, buy local produce from Ridgewood Organic Garden and much more! Drop in any time or stay and play all day.
Veterans Photo Wall November 1st–25th
Honor active military members or veterans by submitting their names and service information for our Veteran Wall. We’ll scan a photo of you or your veteran and display it in Kids World during November. All branches and time periods are welcome. Look for submission forms in October.
residents begins August 1st. Non-residents may register starting August 8th. To register call 708-867-2299 or ask at the Answers Desk.
The fireplace in our Quiet Room will serve as a backdrop for family photos and library staff will provide you with a digital photo for your holiday cards. Photos will be limited to a maximum of three poses. Pets are welcome before 1:00 pm. Spots fill up quickly so register early!
Veterans Breakfast ® Friday, November 11th, 9:00–11:00 am
We’re saying thank you to the courageous men and women who have served our country by offering current service men, women, and veterans a free pastry and a hot beverage. Pick up breakfast at Fannie’s Cafe then join us for reminiscing. Please indicate whether you will be bringing a guest when registering.
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A NEW CHAPTER A Space for Teens Nearly 20% of Norridge and Harwood Heights residents are under 18 years old. Eisenhower’s Kids World does a great job of serving library patrons under 12 and our Young Adult collection keeps 12-18 year olds educated and entertained. But teenagers haven’t had a place to call their own in the library. Until now. Last year, we began meeting with community leaders, library users, and local teenagers to discuss the possibility of adding a dedicated teen space to the library. What we learned was enlightening. Both teens and civic leaders felt our community lacked a place for young adults to gather. They thought that a safe place to study, socialize, or just hang out is essential in the life of a teenager. When asked if adding a teen space would lead to more teens spending time at the library, all thought it would. According to the Young Adult Library Services Association’s paper The Need for Teen Spaces in Public Libraries, three-quarters of Americans feel the same.
So, this fall we will be completing construction on a teen space at the library. The new space will have the things our focus groups asked for, taking into account the developmental, academic, and personal needs of teenagers. There will be outlets everywhere for charging laptops and mobile devices. Users will be able to connect those devices to screens when working on group projects. Movable furniture will make the space multipurpose, able to accommodate study groups, chat sessions, and teen-focused events. We’re proud to say that we will be able to complete this project within budget, using funds from the sale of the old library building. When the space opens in late October and teens experience its welcoming environment, we hope they will feel more connected to the library, its resources, materials, programs, and staff. This deeper engagement with the library will help teens expand their knowledge and interests while contributing to their sense of belonging.
Study Rooms
Construction
In addition to the new teen space, we will also be doubling the capacity of one of Eisenhower’s most popular resources by adding three new study rooms.
Construction should be completed by late October.
During construction, study rooms reservations will be limited to one hour. We will, however, be making our second floor Meeting Room available as an alternative study space whenever possible.
We will do our best to offer excellent service and minimize disruption during construction. Thank you for your patience.
Friends Annual Book Sale
Preview Sale
Friday & Saturday, October 21st & 22nd, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday, October 20th, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
This annual sale, featuring thousands of books, movies, and more, is open to the public and supports the Friends of the Library group in its mission to enhance the library and its services. Hardcovers, DVDs, and CDs: $1:00. Children’s books and paperbacks: 50 cents.
Friends members get an early look at the books for sale. Annual memberships are only $5.00 and are available at the door.
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Library Services .. 708-867-7828 Answers Desk .... 708-867-2299 Kids World .......... 708-867-2298 Fax ...................... 708-867-1535
09/04 & 09/05 ......... Labor Day 11/23 .................. 5:00 pm Close 11/24 ................... Thanksgiving
Mark Braun, President Peter Magnelli, Vice President Janice Magnuson, Secretary Natalie K. Rothbart, Treasurer Beth Ringelstein, Trustee Gary Ross, Trustee Tom Sticha, Trustee
Friends Book Sales See page 14 for October’s Annual Book Sale and, the rest of the year, look for the Friends of the Library in the Book Sale Room on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month from 2:00–4:00 pm. For information, call 708-867-2299 or ask at the Answers Desk.
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