AUTUMN/WINTER 2013
IMAGINE
EXPLORE CONNECT
EISENHOWER
PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT 4613 N. Oketo Avenue Harwood Heights, IL 60706 708-867-7828 www.eisenhowerlibrary.org
IN THIS ISSUE: One Book, One Community
Pick up your free copy of The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells and join in on the programs and conversations that enhance the experience of reading a great book.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS THE INSIDE TRACK PAGE 1 EXPLORE... PAGE 2 LIBRARY PROGRAMS PAGE 3 - 4 ONE BOOK, ONE COMMUNITY PAGE 5 FILM SCREENINGS PAGE 6 BUS TRIPS PAGE 6 DISCUSSION GROUPS PAGE 7 RECOMMENDATIONS PAGE 8 KIDS WORLD PAGE 9 - 10 NEW RELEASES PAGE 11 COMPUTER CLASSES PAGE 12 FEATURES PAGE 13 THE EISENHOWER EXPLORER is a publication of the Eisenhower Public Library District, serving the communities of Norridge and Harwood Heights, Illinois. Edited and designed by Christopher Clark.
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Ask not what your country can do for you, “ask what you can do for your country.”
John F. Kennedy’s quote inspired my life and led me to be a librarian. Along with teachers, emergency services personnel and local government officials, librarians work for the good of their communities. Maybe because civics classes are no longer taught, many citizens have lost the concept of working for the public good. While taxes have become a swear word, without them the services that you deserve could not be provided. For me personally, I try to give back to both Norridge and Harwood Heights. I have been a board member at the Seniors Assistance Center; a local Rotary Club member for many years with two years as president; a mentor for 14 years working with Ridgewood High School students; a judge for the Harwood Heights college scholarship; and a volunteer to Help Enzo Build a School. I subscribe to the lost philosophy: if you work in your community; give back to it through volunteerism and financial support. Since the days of the book mobile, I have worked with The Friends of the Eisenhower Library group. They are instrumental in supporting the mission of the Library. Funds raised from Friends-sponsored book sales are used for Library programs and to raise awareness of the Library through appearances at community events such as this summer’s Island in the City Festival where they treated children to a ring toss game and offered adults free copies of our special edition of The War of the Worlds (featuring a dust jacket printed with funds provided by the Friends). Please support the group by joining our volunteer cadre or by coming to the book sale on October 4th and 5th. The senior citizens of Norridge and Harwood Heights are an integral component of our community. That’s why we’re proud to be associated with the Seniors Assistance Center. SAC provides for the needs of seniors and the disabled, assisting them in maintaining a quality lifestyle in our community. Eisenhower also provides home delivery service to those members of our community who are unable to leave their homes due to age, illness or disability. You can find more information on home delivery on page 14. Eisenhower is proud to be a member of the Harwood Heights-Norridge Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber, made up of local businesses and organizations, promotes the welfare of our community through networking nights, business seminars, and by offering scholarships to local high school graduates. Area business-owners are encouraged to join the Chamber to help with the advancement of the economic, cultural and civic welfare of Norridge and Harwood Heights. Our library trustees are the ultimate volunteers. They are pro-library advovol
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EXPLORE...THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY THE FRIENDS of the Eisenhower Library is a volunteer, non-profit group of contributing members c ommi t te d to enhancing t he Eisenhower Public Library District and its services. The Friends group has a long history of actively supporting the Library by providing books and materials; funding programs and speakers; hosting book sales; and raising community awareness for the Library. Originally formed in 1965 to begin the process of founding a community library, the group was officially incorporated on February 11th, 1969 as “The Friends of the Library for Norridge-Harwood Heights.” The Friends also played a pivotal role in passing the 2003 referendum that paved the way for the construction of the beautiful building that currently houses the Eisenhower Public Library. The current Friends group was re-formed and incorporated in May, 2011 as the “Friends of the Eisenhower Library.”
The Friends of the Eisenhower Library’s main sources of income are book sales. The Annual Book Sale takes place this year on Friday, October 4th and Saturday, October 5th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm; a special, members-only Preview Book Sale will be held on Thursday evening. Regular Mini Book Sales are held on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month (except October) from 2:00 to 4:00 pm in the Book Sale Room, located near the Quiet Room on the ground floor of the Library. Hardcover books, DVDs, and CDs are priced at one dollar; paperback books and children’s books are fifty cents. The items for these sales come from the Library and from donations from members of the community. The Friends group would not be possible if not for the hard work and dedication of its members. If you are interested in joining the Friends of the Eisenhower Library, please call Tiffany or Julie at the Library
cates, many of whom came out of the ranks of the Friends group. They developed a supportive philosophy because they saw firsthand what the Library needed and gave their all to make it happen. They fight for the Library budget at local, state and national levels, making sure the money is used wisely to support the services that our patrons want. It isn’t only about budget though; it is about giving back to our patrons, the readers, movie-goers and program attendees. The board considers the needs of all our patrons, seniors, adults, teens and the youth, our next generation of library users and volunteers. The Library also collaborates with The Norridge Park District; Ridgewood, Union Ridge, Leigh, Giles and Pennoyer schools; our elected officials; and many other groups dedicated to keeping our community a vibrant and dynamic place to live. Take part in giving back too and, thanks to you, we’ll look forward to another terrific “40 Years of Community.”
Ronald V. Stoch Library Director
(708-867-7828) or stop in and ask for a membership form. An individual membership costs $5.00 and is valid from October 1st, 2013 to September 30th, 2014. A family membership costs $10.00 and includes two adults and up to five children under 18 years of age. Business memberships are also available. Membership gives you access to the Preview Book Sale as well as entry into Friends-only events and raffles. The Friends of the Eisenhower Library look forward to seeing new faces at their monthly meetings and events. The group meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm in the Library’s Conference Room. The current officers of the Friends of the Eisenhower Library are: President: Bob Nega Vice-President: Scott Parent Treasurer: Ursula Pawlowski Secretary: Jeff Steele Directors: Gerry Hintz, Nancy Komada and Gayle Nega
DONATING TO THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY If you are interested in donating items to the Friends of the Eisenhower Library, a donation bin is located in the Library Services area of the Library, near the café and the Marketing Department office. The Friends are able to accept donations of books, DVDs, CDs, and video games. Unfortunately, they cannot accept VHS tapes, magazines, encyclopedias, condensed books or outdated computer manuals and textbooks. If you are unsure if an item you would like to donate is acceptable, please stop by the Library Monday through Friday between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm and speak with one of the Marketing Department staff for assistance.
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LIBRARY PROGRAMS
OCTOBER ESL Conversation Corner
October 1st, November 5th & December 3rd, 6:30 - 8:00 pm Practice your English with others and socialize over coffee and treats. Funded by the American Dream Starts @ Your Library grant.
Open Streets Project
October 5th, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Tour your community with the Fire Department Open House, Friends Book Sale and our Open Streets Project on Wilson Avenue. Giant Candyland, hula hoops, face painting and more!
Guitarist Peter Fletcher
October 8th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Classical guitarist Peter Fletcher returns thanks to support from the Friends of the Library! Mr. Fletcher has played at Carnegie Hall and now will perform for you.
Knitting Circle
October 15th, November 19th & December 17th, 2:30 - 4:00 pm Join us the third Tuesday of each month for an afternoon of knitting and crocheting. Enjoy tea and coffee with fellow fiber-arts lovers.
Obstacles to Employment
Registration begins September 16th You Can Brew It!
October 20th, 2:00 - 4:30 pm Award winning home beer maker Scott Pointon explains the equipment, ingredients and resources to help wouldbe brew masters get started with a fun and rewarding hobby.
Great American Songbook
October 29th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm What is asylum? What is a green card and how do I get one? As part of the Eisenhower Speaks Your Language program, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services will provide answers to these questions and more.
October 21st, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Burton Fischman will entertain fans of classic American music with song selections and stories about George Gershwin, Irving Berlin and others.
NOVEMBER
Cooking for One or Two
November 1st, 10:00 - 11:00 am Representatives from Medicare and Medicaid will be here to help you navigate the fall open enrollment period.
October 23rd, 6:30 - 8:00 pm $3.00 tasting fee. Preparing recipes for one or two can be a challenge. Food and wine journalist Camille Stagg will teach you how to plan menus, shop for smaller quantities and freeze extra portions. Recipes and samples will be offered.
Power of Attorney and Living Wills
October 24th, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Attorneys will provide information on the documents that allow you to specify your wishes for health care in the event that you become unable to speak for yourself.
Gift Wrapping on a Budget
October 19th, 1:30 - 3:30 pm Address issues of age, gaps in employment and poor work history with the help of Lori Howard and Deb Berger. Overcome your obstacles to employment.
October 26th, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Stunning, low-cost gift wraps can be yours using recycled papers, ribbons and boxes. Prairie Godmothers will demonstrate the art of spectacular gift presentation.
Humans Versus Zombies!
Petra’s Songs of Autumn
October 20th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Bring your own zombie slaying Nerf weapons (NO PROJECTILES!) or use ours. Meet at the Norridge Park Field House to save the world. For ages 14 to 19. $5.00 registration fee. Register at Eisenhower or the Park District.
Immigration 101
October 28th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Thanks to sponsorship by the Friends of the Eisenhower Library, popular jazz vocalist Petra van Nuis returns with Andy Brown, Joe Policastro, and Bob Rummage to perform the romantic songs of autumn.
Medicare and Medicaid Open Enrollment
Community Drum Circle
November 2nd, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Drum circles invite people to release emotions and raise inner consciousness through communal drumming and singing. Join musician Kim Devore in a community building experience.
Stories of the Titanic
November 3rd, 2:00 - 3:30 pm Living history impersonator R. J. Lindsey portrays Carr Van Andra, editor of the New York Times, as he relates stories of the Titanic. Beginning with the ship’s SOS message, he recounts the hour-byhour events of the maiden voyage that led to the fateful iceberg collision. Titanic artifacts, including replicas of dinnerware will be displayed.
Introduction to Meditation
November 7th, 3:00 - 4:30 pm Join Buddhist monk and experienced meditation instructor Phra Anuchit Tikkhaviro to learn simple meditation techniques that will help you find peace of mind, eliminate stress, increase concentration and become more relaxed. For ages 18 and over.
Oliver Wellington’s Will Pinhole Photography
December 27th, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm Make your own pinhole camera from household items and use it for covert spy photography.
December 28th, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm In this Live Action Role-Playing game, use your detective skills to find billionaire Oliver Wellington’s will, lost somewhere in the vast collection of books he’s left to the Library. Come in costume and stay in character as you hunt.
The CSI Effect
January 3rd 10:00 - 11:30 am Police detectives separate reality from television fiction and show you how CSI works in real life. Bring your spy camera and take crime scene photos.
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Remembering the ‘70s Recipe Swap
November 7th, 6:30 - 8:00 pm Join food and wine journalist Camille Stagg for a remembrance of (or introduction to) food trends from the 1970s. Bring your own favorite family recipes to exchange with others.
Illinois State Services
November 8th, 1:00 - 2:30 pm Associates from Representative Martwick’s and Senator Mulroe’s offices will be here to field questions and provide information on state services.
France’s Valley of the Kings
November 10th, 2:00 - 3:30 pm Travel expert Al Popowitz will take you on a virtual tour of the Valley of the Kings, France’s Loire Valley, including the historic Chateaux of Amboise, the magnificent mansion home of Leonardo da Vinci, a colorful market and a hot air balloon ride.
Kolackies for the Holidays
November 12th, 6:30 - 8:00 pm $3.00 tasting fee. Author and food blogger Amy Alessio will explore the history of this special treat, give you a chance to try a few from different bakeries and organize a recipe exchange. Bring 25 copies of a favorite cookie recipe to share.
Mock Citizenship Interviews
The Discovery of Magic
November 18th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm William Pack, the Chicago Magic Expert, cracks open his magic history scrapbooks to reveal a secret world of colorful characters, amusing adventures and arcane lore. Explore behind-the-scenes tales most people never hear and wonder at re-creations of the magic tricks behind the stories.
DECEMBER Family Fireplace Photo Day
December 1st, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm The beautiful fireplace in our Quiet Room will serve as a backdrop for your family photos. A photographer will provide you with a digital photo for holiday cards.
Behind the Scenes Peek at the Food Business
December 4th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Nationally acclaimed restaurateur, television personality, root beer maker and mom Gale Gand will talk about how to build a business. Gale’s Root Beer will be served and you’ll have an opportunity to buy her cookbooks.
Conversations with Coco Chanel
Register for programs at
www.eisenhowerlibrary.org
or by calling 708-867-2299
CIVIL WAR SERIES Illinois in the Civil War
September 26th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Author Tom Emery covers a wide array of topics relating to the Civil War in Illinois, including Illinois men in key battles, life on the Illinois home front and the importance of Illinois to the Union effort.
Civil War Espionage Agent, Elizabeth Van Lew October 10th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm First-person historical re-enactor Annette Baldwin will show you what it was like to be Civil War spy, Elizabeth Van Lew, a well-born Richmond, Virginia resident who built and operated an extensive spy ring in service to the Union.
November 14th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm Practice your citizenship interview skills. U.S. Customs and Immigration representatives will offer naturalization practice sessions, explaining what is required to pass the interview and what might cause a failure. They will then explain the requirements for citizenship.
December 5th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Historical-portrayer Annette Baldwin will bring Coco Chanel to life. Lively and frank, the unforgettable Coco (the most influential clothing designer of the 20th century) will share her fashion theories, reveal her business secrets and candidly discuss the men in her life and their influences on her work.
Nightclub in the Afternoon
The Back Roads of Tuscany
Eerie Similarities between Kennedy and Lincoln
Healthy Dining on a Dime
Chicago’s Most Wanted
Film Screening: Lincoln
November 15th, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Singer Mary Anne Riehl, performer with Lawrence Welk, presents Nightclub in the Afternoon, an enchanting, nostalgic experience bringing back memories of the golden age of candlelight, romance and laughter with songs from the 1920s, ‘30s and ‘40s sung by Mary Anne with a threepiece, tuxedo-clad band. November 16th, 10:00 - 11:00 pm Food is every household’s second largest expense (next to housing) with costs continuing to rise. In this program, learn dozens of eco-friendly, practical tips to save money whether you are eating in, dining out or entertaining friends. No coupons required!
December 9th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm Travel experts Al and Gail Popowitz will take you on a journey to Europe the easy way. Visit St. Gimignano (the medieval Manhattan), Pienza (a Renaissance town created for a pope), St. Galgano (a once great French Gothic church), St. Antimo (one of Italy’s finest abbeys) and more. December 10th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Author Laura L. Enright will blow you away with amazing facts about the Windy City’s memorable minutiae with delightful details from her book Chicago’s Most Wanted: The Top 10 Book of Murderous Mobsters, Midway Monsters and Windy City Oddities.
October 24th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm John F. Kennedy and Abraham Lincoln served as Presidents one hundred years apart yet their lives ran directly parallel to one another. Join historian Jim Gibbons as he details the eerie coincidences and similarities between our 35th and 16th Presidents.
November 9th, 2:00 - 4:30 pm Nominated for 17 Golden Globes and 12 Academy Awards, Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln chronicles the President’s time in office between 1861 and 1865 as he dealt with personal and political demons during the Civil War.
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ONE BOOK, ONE COMMUNITY As part of our 40th Anniversary celebration, the Eisenhower Public Library District is inviting our patrons to participate in a One Book, One Community program encouraging the entire community to read the same book and join in on a common conversation. While supplies last, stop in at the Library to pick up your free copy of The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells, featuring an exclusive dust jacket painted by renowned comic-artist Alex Ross, and read along with the rest of the Eisenhower Community. We hope to enhance your experience of the sci-fi classic with War of the Worlds themed library events throughout the month of October.
Adult Book Discussions
October 7th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm October 8th, 2:00 - 3:30 pm The October Adult Book Discussion book will be The War of the Worlds. Free copies of the book are available in regular and large type. Check-outs are available in audio formats and on book club Nooks. Join us for a lively discussion.
War of the Worlds Book Discussions
October 10th, 12th & 13th, 2:00 - 3:30 pm If you can’t make it to our regular Adult Book Discussion Group meetings, sign up for one of our bonus discussions of The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells.
Astronomy for Everyone
October 9th, 6:30 - 9:00 pm Astrophysicist Kevin Manning, a former consultant with NASA, wants to share his passion for astronomy with you! Learn about the size and scale of the planets, the stars and other celestial wonders using hands-on activities and assorted visuals. Sky viewing with telescopes will complete the program.
Kids World Lego Day: Build a Spaceship
October 12th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Use your imagination to make something out of this world with our Lego bricks and we’ll post a photo on our Facebook page.
H.G. Wells Film Festival
October 14th - 17th, 6:30 - 8:30 pm We’ve programmed a week of films based on the writings of H.G. Wells: The Invisible Man (1933), Island of Lost Souls (1932), The Time Machine (1960) and The War of the Worlds (1953).
Classic Film Screening
October 17th, 1:00 - 4:00 pm As part of his Classic Film Series, film scholar Ralph Amelio will present George Pal’s 1953 version of The War of the Worlds on our big screen and lead a discussion afterward. Rated G.
Non-Fiction Film Screening: F for Fake
October 19th, 2:00 - 3:30 pm Orson Welles’ late career documentary examining the nature of truth profiles literary hoaxers and art forgers and incorporates anecdotes from Welles’ own infamous radio broadcast.
Meet Author Carol Brendler
October 21st, 5:00 - 6:00 pm Author Carol Brendler will discuss her new book Radio Girl, in which fourteen-year-old Cece’s dream of a career as a radio star gets off to a bumpy, hilarious start culminating in the panic surrounding the 1938 broadcast of Orson Welles’ War of the Worlds. Copies of Radio Girl will be for sale. Readers in grades 5 - 9 can enter our contest for the chance to attend an author’s tea with Carol Brendler and get a free copy of her book. Return entry forms by 10/14.
Science Fiction in Film History
October 22nd, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Resident film scholar Ralph Amelio will take you on a fun and informative walk through the historical significance and cultural impact of science fiction in the movies.
Kids Craft Day: Make Your Own Aliens
October 27th, 1:00 - 5:00 pm Kids can use our art supplies to create fun, handmade monsters from outer space inspired by The War of the Worlds.
Kids Movie Monday: Spaced Invaders
Monday, October 28th, 3:00 - 5:00 pm A crew of dimwitted Martians mistake Orson Welles’ radio broadcast of The War of the Worlds for a real invasion of the Earth in this family friendly movie. Rated PG.
The War of the Worlds Radio Play
October 30th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm The SAG/AFTRA Senior Radio Players present a live re-creation of Orson Welles’ infamous and terrifying Mercury Theater radio production of The War of the Worlds, first broadcast on October 30th, 1938.
Community Reading Video
Screenings October 14th - 20th All year long we’re producing a filmed reading of The War of the Worlds with you as the star. To participate, call the Answers Desk at 708-867-2299 and schedule a time to record a few paragraphs.
ALEX ROSS
A world-renowned comics artist with a history of using the Eisenhower Library to find art-reference photography, Alex Ross was our first choice to paint our War of the Worlds dust jacket. Pick up your free copy of the book featuring this beautiful artwork at the Answers Desk while supplies last.
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CLASSIC FILM SERIES Resident film scholar Ralph Amelio presents a movie on our big screen and leads a thought-provoking discussion afterward.
SALVADOR
October 10th 1:00 - 4:00 pm A down-on-his-luck-journalist chronicles the events of El Salvador’s 1980 military dictatorship, including the assassination of Archbishop Oscar Romero. With James Wood and James Belushi, directed by Oliver Stone.
THE WAR OF THE WORLDS
October 17th, 1:00 - 4:00 pm The film adaptation of the H.G. Wells story of the invasion of Earth by killer Martians. With Gene Barry and Ann Robinson, directed by Byron Haskin.
YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU
October 31st, 1:00 - 4:00 pm A man from a family of rich snobs becomes engaged to a woman from a good-natured but decidedly eccentric family. With Jean Arthur and James Stewart, directed by Frank Capra.
THE BIG RED ONE
November 14th, 1:00 - 4:00 pm The story of a sergeant and the inner core members of his unit as they try to survive the Second World War. With Lee Marvin and Mark Hamill, directed by Samuel Fuller.
THE PARALLAX VIEW
December 5th, 1:00 - 4:00 pm An ambitious reporter gets in way-over-his-head trouble while investigating a senator’s assassination. With Warren Beatty and Paula Prentiss, directed by Alan Pakula.
BLAZING SADDLES
December 12th, 1:00 - 4:00 pm To ruin a western town, a corrupt political boss appoints a black sheriff, who promptly becomes his most formidable adversary. With Cleavon Little and Gene Wilder, directed by Mel Brooks.
GUN CRAZY
December 26th, 1:00 - 4:00 pm A well-meaning crack shot husband is pressured by his beautiful marksman wife to go on an interstate robbery spree, where he finds out just how depraved and deadly she really is. With John Dall and Peggy Cummins, directed by Joseph Lewis.
BUS TRIPS to register, call
708-867-2299 or ask at Answers.
Eisenhower’s bus trips are among our most exciting and popular events. A chartered bus will pick up and drop off registered patrons in front of the Library at the listed times. Space is limited and the trips always fill up quickly so don’t forget to register early.
Unless stated, lunch is not included in the cost of each trip. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
UNCOMMON GROUND ROOFTOP FARM TOUR
October 2nd, 10:15 am - 2:45 pm $30.00 Join us on our trip to Uncommon Ground, host to the nation’s first certified organic rooftop farm. Each year a variety of vegetables and herbs are planted and everything grown ends up on the menu! We’ll tour the rooftop farm and have lunch in the restaurant afterwards. Cost includes admission and lunch.
PRITZKER MILITARY LIBRARY TOUR
November 8th, 9:00 am - 2:30 pm $28.00 Discover the story of the citizen soldier in a guided tour at the Pritzker Military Library. Artifacts from the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Coast Guard illuminate American history. Lunch will be at the Loop’s South Water Kitchen. Cost includes tour, soup, lunch entree and drink.
TREASURES OF THE WALT DISNEY ARCHIVES
December 13th, 8:45 am - 3:45 pm $25.00 Explore the Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives at the Museum of Science and Industry, an exhibition which encompasses nearly 300 artifacts from nine decades of Disney history including drawings; props; costumes; artwork from classic Disney animation, theme park attractions, TV shows and live action films; plus items from contemporary Disney milestones.
DRIVE-IN IN THE WINTERTIME November 23rd, 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Bring your blankets and a picnic lunch for the total summertime drive-in theater experience in the middle of the winter. We’ll be showing family friendly drive-in movies, trailers and shorts all day long in the Library’s Meeting Room.
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DISCUSSION GROUPS ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION
Eisenhower’s Adult Book Discussion Group meets the first Monday of every month from 7:00 8:30 pm and the following Tuesday from 2:00 - 3:30 pm. Come to either session. Wide ranging book choices and discussions will keep you energized and excited about reading. The current title is always available for check-out at the Library Services Desk.
NON-FICTION DISCUSSION
Eisenhower’s Non-Fiction Discussion Group meets on the third Saturday of each month at 2:00 pm to talk about books and view documentary films on a wide variety of fascinating subjects.
RED FEATHER SOCIETY
The Eisenhower Library romance book discussion group now meets the second Monday of each month from 7:00 - 8:00 pm. We read a lot of books and love sharing what we’ve been reading with one another.
WRITING GROUPS THE PEN & INK WRITERS GROUP
The Pen & Ink Writers Group gathers on the third Monday of each month from 7:00 - 8:45 pm to read short stories, poems or essays, all inspired by a common theme. Build up your writing skills through practice, presentation and positive critique.
THE ANONYMOUS WRITERS GROUP
Bring in your novel, your short story, your graphic novel or your poetry. Meet with others in grades 7 - 12 to hear creative critiques and improve your work. When things are slow, writing exercises include the ever popular Exquisite Corpse! How can you lose? The group meets every Thursday from 4:00 - 5:30 pm.
RECO Dream with Little Angels by Michael Hiebert Recommended by Melissa
Dream with Little Angels by award-winning short story writer Michael Hiebert is a small book grappling with big issues. Set in small town Alabama, the point-of-view character is 11-year old Abe Teal. Abe’s mother is the town’s only police detective. When two young girls disappear, Detective Teal’s work kicks into high gear, giving Abe the freedom he needs to explore and investigate and have grand adventures. There’s murder, there’s racism, there’s backwoods poverty and mental illness. Despite what the dust jacket says, this is not the next To Kill a Mockingbird. It’s just a very good first novel.
We Are Water: A Novel by Wally Lamb Recommended by Kathleen
Wally Lamb’s We Are Water is a layered portrait of the modern American family. It centers on Anna Oh (wife and mother, outsider artist and lesbian brideto-be) and the family relationships that are severed and mended as Anna moves through her life. Anna’s hometown of Three Rivers, Connecticut serves as a quaint backdrop masking a history of personal trauma and racial tension. Anna’s turbulent past and transitional present intersect as each chapter is narrated by a different character: Orin, martyr and ex-husband; Andrew, Ariane, and Marissa, Anna’s dissimilar children; and Kent, Anna’s cousin and childhood tormentor. We Are Water will be available on October 22nd.
Frankenstein’s Cat: Cuddling up to Biotech’s Brave New Beasts by Emily Anthes Recommended by Dan
Humans have been breeding animals to produce certain results for centuries but it has always been a long-drawn-out process. That isn’t the case anymore. Advances in biotechnology have enabled scientists to produce brand new animals in a matter of weeks. Because genetic manipulation is experimental, scientists rarely know what kinds of characteristics they are going to produce. Anthes reports on genetically modified mice that will only turn left, that get male pattern baldness and even mice that grow tusks. Frankenstein’s Cat is fascinating look at a brand new field that has little government oversight and a lot of moral ambiguity.
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OMMENDED READS In this autumn issue, your librarians
offer suggestions to help you “fall into” reading
KIDS BOOKS
Like Bug Juice on a Burger
I Dare You Not to Yawn
by Helene Boudreau and Serge Bloch Recommended by Miss Mary Jo “Yawns are sneaky. They can creep up on you when you least expect them.” This charming picture book will entertain the little ones on their way to bed as well as the tired adult who is trying to get them there. Children are warned against the trappings of sleepiness - snuggly pajamas, huggable stuffed animals, sleep inducing songs and the infectious yawns of siblings and pets. For best results, try to read this with yawning and stretching sound effects! “Yawwrrr!”
Barnaby
by Julie Sternberg Recommended by Miss Tiffany Nine year-old Eleanor is attending summer camp for the first time and doesn’t quite know what to expect. Riding the bus into camp and seeing only trees, bushes and weeds, Eleanor starts to rethink her decision to come to Camp Wallumwahpuck. After falling down and scraping her knees and chin, things go from bad to worse. There are bugs everywhere, the mess hall serves sloppy joes instead of burgers (what?!), she is put in the Guppies swimming group (the second-lowest class) and there is NO CANDY allowed. How is she ever going to survive? With the help of new friends, a goat and some newfound courage, Eleanor just might have fun and enjoy summer camp after all!
by Crockett Johnson Recommended by Penny
One of my all-time favorite comic strips, Barnaby, ran from April 20, 1942 to December 31, 1943. I never got to see those but I did read my dad’s collections. These are four-panel comic dailies about life in America during World War II. What makes them amazing, funny, charming and beautiful are the things included in Barnaby’s world: his pink-winged cigar smoking fairy godfather, Mr. O’Malley; Gorgon, the talking dog; Gus, the ghost; Atlas, the dwarf mental giant; and Jane, the pragmatic girl next door. I love everything about this book, but most of all I love the ordinariness of the fantastic.
Finder: Voice
by Carla Speed McNeil Recommended by Victoria
The chaotic, beautifully rendered, futuristic city of Anvard is ruled by distinctive clans, all of whom hold their members to certain standards of conformity. Rachel Grosvenor is the product of a mixed marriage. The only one of her siblings who meets clan standards, she competes to win a place among the ranks - to blend in. But when a ring that allows her to compete is stolen before the contest ends, she has to strike out on her own. Searching for the only man who can help her, Rachel finds a lot more than she bargained for.
GRAPHIC NOVELS
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KIDS WORLD
REGISTRATION BEGINS SEPTEMBER 16TH
LEGO DAY: BUILD A SPACESHIP October 12th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Grades K - 6, Registration Required Use your imagination to make something out of this world with our Lego bricks and we’ll post a photo on our Facebook page.
BOOK MARK CONTEST
MOVIE MONDAY: OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL
September 3rd - October 31st - Grades K - 5
Grab your art supplies and design a bookmark based on the theme “Paws to Read.” The winning artwork will become our official bookmark and earn a $100 gift card. Forms are available in Kids World and online. Entries must be turned in by October 31, 2013.
Wii & ROCK BAND CHALLENGE October 9th, 4:00 - 5:45 pm Grades 2 - 6 Bring your best moves and compete in some of your favorite games including Mario Kart, Rock Band and Super Smash Bros Brawl. Bring your Nintendo DS and Pokémon games if you like to battle against other players
GREEN HALLOWEEN COSTUME SWAP October 12th, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm All Ages, Registration Required Is your Halloween costume too small? Looking for a costume to wear this Halloween? Swap an old costume for another. Attendees must drop off a costume to trade at the Kids Desk in order to be registered. Costume drop off begins September 1st and ends October 11th.
October 14th, 1:00 - 3:30 pm All Ages, Registration Required
A small-time magician with dubious ethics finds himself in the Land of Oz, facing three witches while trying to cope with the Land’s epic problems and find out who is good and who is evil before it is too late. Rated PG. Free Popcorn!
MEET RADIO GIRL AUTHOR CAROL BRENDLER
October 21st, 4:00 - 5:00 pm Grades 5 - 9, Registration Required Teens and Tweens can enter our contest for the chance to be one of fifteen people at a private tea with Carol Brendler and get a free copy of her book, Radio Girl. Return entry forms by October 14th.
HALLOWEEN COMICFEST October 26th All Ages
Celebrate Halloween with some awesome free comic books courtesy of the Library! Limit two per person. Check for your favorites in the Teen Department and in Kids World too!
Register by calling 708-867-2298, by visiting www.eisenhowerlibrary.org, or by asking at the Kids World Desk.
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SPOOKY CRAFT DAY: MAKE YOUR OWN ALIENS October 27th, All Ages
Drop in throughout the day to create fun, handmade monsters from outer space inspired by our One Book, One Community selection, The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells.
MOVIE MONDAY: SPACED INVADERS
INTERNATIONAL GAMES DAY
November 16th, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Grades 2 - 6 Visit the Library for games of all kinds! Board games, live action games and open video game play too. Bring your Nintendo DS and Pokemon games.
SEA BEAST PUPPET COMPANY
Thank You!
October 28th, 3:00 - 5:00 pm All Ages - Registration November 20th, Required 6:00 - 7:00 pm All Ages - Registration Required A crew of dimwitted Mar-
tians mistake Orson Welles’ radio broadcast of The War of the Worlds for a real invasion of the Earth in this family friendly movie. Rated PG. Free Popcorn!
Join us for a puppet show like you’ve never seen before! Surf and Turf combines the classic tales of Stone Soup and How the Whale Got His Throat with humor, music and awesome puppets.
TRICK OR TREAT AT THE KIDS LIBRARY HOLIDAY October 31st, CRAFT DAY 1:00 - 3:00 pm All Ages
Celebrate Halloween with us! Put on your costume and stop by Kids World anytime between 1:00 and 3:00 pm to be taken on a trick-or-treating tour around the library.
December 7th & 8th, 1:00 – 3:00 pm All Ages - Registration Required We’ll help you make four different fun, wintery craft projects. $1.00 registration fee covers all materials.
TUESDAY THURSDAY
POLISH TODDLER 18 - 35 MONTHS 9:15 AM JUNIOR 3 - 5 YEARS 10:30 AM
MONDAY BABY 6 - 17 MONTHS 10:30 AM
POLISH JUNIOR 3 - 5 YEARS 1:00 PM FAMILY 5:30 PM
WEDNESDAY
TODDLER 18 - 35 MONTHS 9:15 AM
TODDLER 18 - 35 MONTHS 10:00 AM
POLISH JUNIOR 3 - 5 YEARS 10:30 AM
JUNIOR 3 - 5 YEARS 1:00 PM
BIG KIDS K - GRADE 2 5:30 PM
STORYTIME SCHEDULE
We asked and you responded! Thanks to everyone in the community for their suggestions of better times and dates for storytime. Based on your survey responses, the storytime schedule has a completely new look. Changes take time and we’d love to hear some feedback about this new schedule. Please drop by the Kids Desk to let us know your thoughts. Storytime is a drop-in program, which means there is no need to register! Just sign in at the desk when you arrive. Priority goes to Norridge and Harwood Heights cardholders.
Storytimes are intended to encourage a love of reading. Designed to meet the needs of specific age ranges, we require all children to be in the age range listed in order to attend. For more FRIDAY information on our storytime JUNIOR rules, please 3 - 5 YEARS see our website. 10:00 AM
September 9th through November 29th
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COMPUTER CLASSES Email Basics
October 8th, 2:30 - 3:30 pm Learn the basics of using email, including how to receive and send electronic messages. Learn how messages are stored and what it means to have an email address. If you already have a Gmail account, please bring sign-in information to class.
Computer Literacy Series
October 10th, 17th & 24th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Learn the basics of using a computer with this three-part Computer Literacy Series. This series begins with mousing and ends with internet usage. A great starting point for beginners.
Individual Computer Help
October 11th, 2:00 - 4:30 pm October 22nd, 6:00 - 8:30 pm November 8th, 2:00 - 4:30 pm December 6th, 2:00 - 4:30 pm If you have a computer question that you need help with, sign up for one 25 minute time slot with a technology clerk. Register early and come prepared with a question, or a specific thing you want to learn more about.
Email Plus
October 15th, 10:30 - 11:30 am Ready to learn more email? Join us to learn more ways to use your Gmail account, including text effects, attachments, working with drafts, contacts, display settings and “starring” messages.
Computer Literacy Series 2
November 7th, 14th & 21st, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Continue learning computer use with this three-part Computer Literacy Series. This series begins where our beginner’s CLS class leaves off and covers file saving, internet searching, bookmarks, computer safety and more.
Online Recipe Resources
November 12th, 10:30 - 11:30 am November 13th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Learn how to use the internet to research, collect and save delicious recipes. Come to either the morning or afternoon session.
Social Media 101: Facebook
November 15th, 10:30 - 11:30 am Learn what you can do with the world’s most popular social website, Facebook. Set up your own profile and begin connecting with friends and family.
Ancestry Online
November 19th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Learn how to find your family history with Ancestry Library Edition. Basic knowledge of how to use the internet is required.
Eisenhower Library patrons have access to a large collection of online resources for historical, scientific and consumer research. Plus a lot more. Chilton Library
Step-by-step instructions for vehicle repairs, maintenance schedules, information on recalls and much more.
Chicago Consumer’s Checkbook
Looking for a good plumber, lawn care service or contractor? Find these and many other service providers with user ratings.
Consumer Reports
Product reviews and ratings on cars, appliances, electronics and more from well-respected consumer researchers.
Ancestry Library Edition
Search census records, military records, directories, passenger lists and more to discover your family history and research your family tree.
Build Your Resume Online
November 22nd, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Come prepared with your work history and we’ll show you how to create a beautiful resume in a classic style. Save your resume in a PDF format to send off to prospective employers or print.
Digital Magazines with Zinio December 11th, 1:30 - 2:30 pm Learn how to use Zinio, our new digital magazine service, to download and read dozens of free magazines on your computer, tablet or smart phone.
Social Media 101: Pinterest
December 13th, 10:30 - 11:30 am Learn why Pinterest has quickly become one of the internet’s most popular social websites. Set up your profile and begin “pinning” right away.
POLISH COMPUTER CLASSES Podstawy komputerze lekcje
05, 12, 19 pazdziernik, 10:30 - 11:30 am Lekcje oferuja podstawy nauki o komputerze w trzech czesciach. Kurs obejmuje nauke uzywania myszki oraz internetu, jest swietny dla poczatkujacych.
Podstawy emaila
26 listopad, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Klasa wyjasnia zasady korzystania z poczty elektronicznej (email), odbieranie i wysylanie wiadomosci droga elektroniczna, przechowywanie i sortowanie wiadomosci, oraz co to znaczy miec “adres” e-mailowy.
Email Kontynuacja
03 grudnia, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Klasa pokazuje jak emailem takie jak np. dokumenty, zdjecia, jak zaznaczyc ulubione wiadomosci, dodawac kontakty oraz przybliza niektore ustawienia dla konta poczty elektronicznej.
TumbleBooks
Animated fiction, non-fiction and foreign language picture books teach today’s digital-learning kids the joy of reading in a format they’ll love.
Science in Context
Access over 2 million articles on math, chemistry, biology, astronomy and more. Find ideas for science fair projects too.
Morningstar Investment Research
The savvy investor can find stock market and mutual fund information to help with portfolio building. Access to these and other online tools can be found at www.eisenhowerlibrary.org/research. For assistance, call 708-867-2299 or ask at the Answers Desk.
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FEATURES
VETERAN’S DAY
During the month of November, Eisenhower honors the brave men and women who serve in our country’s military.
Veteran’s Photo Display
Veteran’s Breakfast
November 11th, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Our annual thank-you breakfast for all past and current service men and women.
November 1st - 31st Submit a photo of a veteran and we will add it to our display and photo book. Veterans from any branch and time period are welcome. Submissions will be accepted until November 1st. Please contact Kids World at 708-867-2298 with any questions.
Fannie Schmoe’s Bakery opened in Eisenhower’s café space on Thursday, August 1st, 2013. Fannie Schmoe’s is owned and operated by the brother and sister team of Stephanie Rybandt and Joseph Laxner.
How long have you been baking together?
In our family, you began baking as soon as you could see over the counter top, so we were probably about five years old.
How long have you been in business together?
We loved to play store as children, and also ran some very successful lemonade stands together as kids. Opening a place like this has been the plan since we were little. We sold our baked goods for the first time at a farmers market about three years ago as Fannie Schmoe’s Bakery. Ever since, we have been thinking about opening a bakery-café.
Where did the name “Fannie Schmoe’s” come from?
Fannie and Schmoe were our nicknames as kids. And we hated them! But when it came time to decide on a name for the business, we embraced what had caused us grief. We felt that Fannie Schmoe’s Bakery sounded vintage-y and was representative of what we are trying to do, a blending of old school family recipes with a hip, fun vibe.
Tell us about these recipes and the items on your menu.
The recipes are all old family recipes that have been handed down through the generations. We even have the original kolaczki recipe written in Polish. We make all the recipes the way they were made back then - pure, natural ingredients mixed by hand; we don’t even use an electric mixer. Many of the items on the menu are old family recipes, but even the new items that we have created are mixed by hand, the old-fashioned way we learned when we were growing up.
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HOME DELIVERY SERVICE For the past fifteen years, Eisenhower has offered a home delivery service. Recently retired Eisenhower Librarian, Claudia Bertram, began the program to serve residents who weren’t able to leave their homes. Over the years she did a great job of bringing the Library to the community. Eligible residents confined to their homes due to illness, age, disability, or other extenuating circumstances can have books, movies, magazines, audiobooks and information delivered to their doors, free of charge. Specific items can be requested or we can help with your selections. Contact Sandy or Dan at 708867-7828 or visit us online for more information or to sign up for home delivery.
What’s your favorite item on the menu and what are your best selling items?
Joseph: The raspberry white chocolate scones are my favorite. Stephanie: The peanut butter cookies... and they have been since I was a kid. Our best selling items are the kolaczkis and the scones.
Who does more of the baking?
Joe: I am the master baker, except for the kolaczkis, which Stephanie does better. Stephanie is the business brain.
Why did you decide you wanted a permanent location and what made this space at the Eisenhower Library the right location for you?
We always had the goal to have a bakery-café, a place where we could make and serve the things we love. We wanted it to be homey and inviting, like being in your grandma’s living room, surrounded by vintage items. Other places we looked at were too big or too small or didn’t have a kitchen. One of our regular farmers market patrons let us know that this space would soon be empty, so we called to see it and get an interview. And this space just seemed right, not too big or too small, a place where we could decorate with a combination of the traditional and a fun, happy-golucky feel.
What are your future goals?
We are currently running a small business that we would like to see grow. We would like to eventually add additional locations and maybe see some of our items, like our brownies, in grocery stores.
Fannie Schmoe’s Bakery is open: Monday - Thursday: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday and Saturday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Sundays: 1:00 - 5:00 pm. Closed on Wednesdays
THANK YOU
The Eisenhower Library would like to offer thanks to the sponsors who have helped make our 40th anniversary events possible. Thank you for your generosity and community spirit. Aflac/Scaletta Insurance Agency Automatic Precision, Inc. Thomas Benigno and Family John, Malgorzata, Johnny & Evan Bulat Citizens for Tom Benigno Cumberland Chapels Funeral Home DiChrisofano & DiChrisofano General Dentistry The Catholic Community of Divine Savior Dobbs Pre-School Eisenhower Public Library District Board of Trustees Pat, Marge and Mary Ennis Family Palace Restaurant Cheryl Flinn Mr. and Mrs. Frank Francis and Family The Friends of the Eisenhower Library Harlem Foster Shopping Center The Village of Harwood Heights Mary Taylor Sticha/Hometown Realty J.S. Printing Lawrence Screw Products
Lin’s Mandarin Chinese Restaurant Peter Magnelli and Family Jan Magnuson and Tom Kerber The Village of Norridge The Norridge Park District Norridge School District 80 Once Upon A Child The Parent Family Parkway Bank and Trust Pennoyer School District 79 Plato’s Closet Reliable Lawn Service Rex Italian Foods, Inc Ridgewood High School The Roth and Fiasche Families Secretary of State, Jesse White Seniors Assistance Center Servpro of Norridge/Harwood Heights The Sticha Family The Stoch Family Salvatore Storniolo D.D.S. Diane Temirian/ Promotional Products Partners Vince’s Italian Restaurant
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