AHML Newsletter April 2022

Arlington Heights Memorial

LIBRARY

APRIL 2022

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Registration required.

Registration begins April 1.

NEW Makerplace programs will now register on April 2, due to high demand.

Registration begins 9 a.m. April 2.

NO SYMBOL = Programs without a symbol do not require registration unless otherwise noted.

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CONTENTS

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Earth Month p. 4-5 Celebrating our p. 6-7 Volunteers Families

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Week of the p. 9 Young Child Early Childhood

p. 10

Kids

p. 11

Tweens

p. 12

Teens

p. 13-14

Adults

p. 15-19

Business & Nonprofit

p. 20

Jobs & Careers

p. 21

Genealogy and Local History

p. 22

English as a Second Language & Literacy

p. 23

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Creator Spotlight p. 24 Online Resources p. 25 Makerplace

p. 26-27

Tech Classes

p. 28-29

Book Discussions

p. 30-31

Spotlight on p. 31 the Collection Friends & Foundation

p. 32-33

Senior Center

p. 34-35

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When we appreciate what the Earth gives us through beautiful gardens, sunny days and fresh food, we are more likely to adopt earth-friendly habits. That’s the thought behind this month’s programs celebrating the Earth. We invite you to learn with us, dig deeper and be inspired to become an even better caregiver of the Earth.

“Our Earth Month programs and activities give you the tools to recycle better, reduce waste and appreciate the world around us,” said Emily Muszynski, Programs & Exhibits Specialist. “We can’t think of a better way to celebrate the beginning of Spring!”

New this year and fun for all ages is our Earth Month Challenge. You and your family can sign up on Beanstack and complete 10 Earth-saving activities to win a prize. While some of the activities are more challenging, like eating a totally plant-based meal, it is surprising to see how easy habits, like turning off the lights when you leave a room, can help save the Earth.

EArTh MoNth ChAlleNgE Challenge yourself to practice the five Rs – Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose and Recycle your way into eco-friendly habits with our Earth Month Challenge. Register at ahml.beanstack.org to join in and earn online badges. Each badge contains activities you can do at home and around town – complete two activities per badge to finish the challenge and win a prize! Great for families, tweens, teens and adults.

Enjoy special Earth Month Take and Make activities designed for adults and families. Find kits on the Take & Make display inside the Dunton Street entrance, while supplies last.

Make your own beeswax wraps Beeswax wraps help keep your food fresh and are friendly to the environment. Each kit contains supplies to make one beeswax wrap, which you can use and reuse in your home. Pick up beginning Monday, April 4.

Grow your own Three Sisters garden Each kit contains corn, green bean and squash seeds along with gardening tips. Kits will be available for large and container-sized gardens. Pick up beginning Monday, April 18.

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PrograMs for AdulTs Zero-Waste Mindset Tuesday, April 5 / See page 15.

Resources Matter: Do More to Waste Less!

Tuesday, April 12 / See page 15.

Native Landscape Design Wednesday, April 20 / See page 15.

Terrarium Workshop Monday, April 25 / See page 15.

Wider Lens: Mossville: When Great Trees Fall Thursday, April 28, See page 15.

Tween DIY Kit: Birdfeeders Starting April 1 / See page 12.

Celebrate Nature!

Tuesday, April 12 / See page 11.

Sew a Pretzel Pillow for Teens Tuesday, April 12 / See page 13. NEW

STEM – Eat Dirt!

Tuesday, April 19 /See page 11.

Make a Bee Hotel Wednesday, April 20 / See page 12.

Spring According to Humphrey Book Discussion Tuesday, April 26 / See page 11.

REGISTRATION INFO ON PAGE 2

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NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK APRIL 17-23 National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize the impact of volunteer service and to thank volunteers everywhere who lend their time, talent and voices to make a difference in their communities.

Here at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, we have much to celebrate when it comes to volunteers. In 2021, 446 volunteers contributed more than 13,000 hours of service to the library across multiple departments—Community and Circulation Services, Program and Exhibits, Senior and Accessible Services and Youth Services just to name a few. Our volunteers represent all ages—250+ active adult volunteers and 261 teens and tweens who volunteered their time at the library in 2021.

It’s numbers and people like these who inspire our theme for this year’s celebration: Volunteers: Ingredients for Success.

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Some other volunteer highlights from 2021 include: • The library partnered with Versiti Blood Center to host

five community blood drives. Thirteen volunteers contributed 24 hours of service by welcoming donors and verifying appointments. Through these efforts, 147 units of blood were collected and over 440 lives potentially saved.

• June through December, Library Delivery volunteers

assisted with delivering over 4,500 items to homebound customers.

• 418 customers were reached through 55 in-person and

virtual ESL programs and classes that were volunteer led or assisted. The collaboration between staff and volunteers allows the library to offer valuable programming to support language learners and literacy skills.

• Our Summer Volunteer Squad (SVS) program returned

last summer. Teens in grades 7-12 answered the call in a big way! Ninety-four teens completed more than 670 hours of service with activities ranging from assisting at Storytime in the Park to assembling hundreds of graband-go book bundles.

• Teen volunteers in the Arts Activist squad created

meaningful artwork that brought awareness to causes including climate change, mental health, sexism and LGBTQ inclusion. Their artwork was on display in the Hub throughout August.

• To enhance the customer experience for the Snoopy and

the Red Baron exhibit, five volunteers served as docents and provided guided tours to more than 100 visitors in November and December.

“Our volunteers play a vital role in providing top-quality service to customers,” said Volunteer Coordinator Jennifer Begich.

“Their efforts complement the work of staff and allow the library to connect and engage with the community in meaningful ways. I am truly inspired by the generosity, compassion and commitment of our volunteers.”

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FAMILIES

Do something fun together.

Bumps & Babies Resource Fair

Saturday, April 9, 10 a.m.–noon / Hendrickson Room

New babies bring A LOT of questions! Come to our first annual Bumps & Babies Resource Fair to find some answers. A variety of businesses will be in attendance to share their resources for growing families and expectant mothers. All visitors will have an opportunity to register for a giveaway of generously donated items from area businesses.

Homeschool Hangout Thursday, April 14, 1–3 p.m. / Hub

Visit for hands-on activities and the chance to meet other homeschoolers.

For all ages.

Little Miss Ann Musical Concert Saturday, May 7, 11 a.m.–noon Hendrickson Room

Enjoy an interactive musical concert performed by Ann Torralba, aka Little Miss Ann, an award-winning kids’ musician.

For families with children ages 0–6; siblings welcome.

Little Miss Ann Supported Musical Concert Saturday, May 7, 10–10:30 a.m.

Hendrickson Room

This performance is designed for children with disabilities and their families, and any child that could benefit from a more controlled environment. Special supports like lap weights and fidget toys are available.

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Monday–Friday, April 4–9 Kids’ World

Infants–Age 3 Be sure to drop in Kids’ World during the Week of the Young Child, a nationwide celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, to enjoy fun activities for our littlest friends and encourage movement and healthy lifestyles through music, food and art.

Music Monday

Tasty Tuesday

Work Together Wednesday

Artsy Thursday

Family Friday

Bumps & Baby Resource Fair Saturday

Diaper Drive April 4–15 / First Floor As part of the Week of the Young Child, we’d like to support families in our community by providing new, unopened packages of diapers of any size. All items will be given to families with young children at the Catherine M. Lee Women’s and Children’s Center for District 214 in Arlington Heights.

Please leave your donations in the bin located on the first floor.

Your support and generosity are greatly appreciated.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD Play and learn.

NEW! Welcome Baby! Library Cards Available starting April 4 for Arlington Heights babies

Give the gift of a lifetime to your little one with a Welcome Baby! Arlington Heights library card. Reading aloud to your infant is a wonderful way to foster a bond between caregiver and child, help develop early learning skills and instill a love of reading. It’s never too early to start!

storytime

Due to limited class size, registration is now required and limited to Arlington Heights cardholders only, unless otherwise noted.

Visit ahml.info to register for storytimes.

Week of the Young Child Evening Storytime Thursday, April 7, 6:30–7 p.m.

Lindsey Room

Ages 2–6; siblings welcome. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

kids’ time Mondays, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. / Lindsey Room

Ages 3–6 years. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

baby time Wednesdays, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

Lindsey Room

Infants 0–18 months. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

toddler time Thursdays, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

Lindsey Room

Ages 19–35 months. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

family time Saturdays, 10 a.m. / Lindsey Room

Ages 0–6 years. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

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KIDS

Read and grow.

EArTh MoNth ChAlleNgE

LEGO Club Thursday, April 7, 4–5 p.m. / Lindsey Room

STEM – Eat Dirt!

Tuesday, April 19 4:15–5 p.m. / Zoom

Toss those instructions aside and let your imagination soar.

Grades 1–2.

Learn what soil is made of and recreate the layers and organisms with sweet treats.

Homework Helpers & Book Buddies Wednesday, April 13, 4–6 p.m. / Kids’ World

Grades 1–3.

Celebrate Nature!

Tuesday, April 12, 4–5 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Learn how to make your own seed paper to plant and use items found in nature to make a unique craft.

Teen Homework Helpers and Book Buddies are available in Kids’ World to assist with completing homework assignments or practicing reading, study or language skills for 30-minute sessions. Can’t make it into the library? Register for a virtual Book Buddies session at ahml.info.

For kids, tweens and teens.

Grades 2–3.

Minecraft Mania Treasure Hunters

Spring According to Humphrey Book Discussion

Saturday, April 23, 11 a.m.–noon / Zoom

Tuesday, April 26 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Discuss the book Spring According to Humphrey

by Betty G. Birney and do a fun activity. Pick up a copy of the book at the Kids’ World Desk.

Grades 2–3.

Compete in a Minecraft scavenger hunt.

Using clues, you and your partners will be racing against other teams to explore a map and be the first to solve all 10 hints. This program is appropriate for all skill levels and is new to Minecraft Mania. Equipment needed: computer or mobile device for compatibility.

Grades 3–4.

I Can Read Sunday, April 24, 2–3 p.m. / Lindsey Room

Kids Art Cart Wednesday, April 6, 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Kids’ World

Drop in for an afternoon of fun and creativity using our supplies on the Art Cart.

Grades 1–3.

Calling all beginning readers! Get your picture taken with a book you read all by yourself. Your photo will be displayed in the I Can Read area. Sign up and bring a book to read aloud to a librarian any time within the hour.

Grades K–3.

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TWEENS

Create and explore.

Tween Advisory Group

Earth Month

Friday, April 15, 4:15–5:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Make a Bee Hotel

Help your library and community while making new friends, work on service projects, plan programs and play games.

Wednesday, April 20, 4:30–5:30 p.m. or 6–7 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Learn about the importance of pollinators and create a bee hotel to help and protect bees in your backyard. Both sessions are the same; register for only one.

Grades 4–6.

Grades 4–6.

TWEEN DIY KIT

Birdfeeders

Tween Gaming

Starting April 1 / Kids’ World

Gaming hours begin at the hour listed and end 30 minutes before closing.

Treat the feathered friends in your backyard to a meal. Pick up supplies at the Kids’ World Desk or request to pick them up at the drive-up window or bookmobile by contacting kids@ahml.info or 847-392-0100.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays: 5 p.m.

Saturdays and Sundays: noon School Days Off: 11 a.m.

Grades 4–6.

Drop in and play Nintendo Switch, PS4 or Xbox One X. You must have a library card to check out controllers for 30 minutes of gameplay.

Maker Cart Sunday, April 10, 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Drop in and use our art and sewing supplies to create anything you want or tinker with a tech toy. This month we will be featuring Merge Cubes.

Grades 4–8.

Homework Helpers & Book Buddies Wednesday, April 13, 4–6 p.m. / Kids’ World

See page 11.

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TEENS

Meet up or try something new.

EArTh MoNth ChAlleNgE Sew a Pretzel Pillow

Tuesday, April 12, 4:30–6 p.m. / Makerplace

Create a delicious-looking pretzel pillow by upcycling an old T-shirt and harnessing the power of a sewing machine at the Makerplace. No previous sewing skills needed.

Arlington Heights cardholders only.

Grades 7–12. NEW

Friday Flicks

Maker Cart

Friday, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 6–8 p.m. / Hub

Sunday, April 10, 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Drop in, hang out and watch a movie on our big screen. We’ll choose our film right at showtime, so come early to cast your vote.

Grades 4–8.

See page 12.

Grades 7–12.

Teen Advisory Board Sundays, April 3 and May 1, 1–2:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a high school volunteer group that involves service projects, making your voice heard at the library and having fun. Plan and prepare this year’s projects while earning service hours.

Fill out an application to join TAB at ahml.info/teens/volunteer before attending your first meeting. Email teens@ahml.info with questions.

Homework Helpers & Book Buddies Wednesday, April 13, 4–6 p.m. / Kids’ World

Teen Homework Helpers and Book Buddies are available in Kids’ World to assist with completing homework assignments or practicing reading, study or language skills for 30-minute sessions. Can’t make it into the library? Register for a virtual Book Buddies session at ahml.info.

For kids, tweens and teens.

For high school students only.

Summer Volunteer Squad - Applications open April 1-30 Looking for a fun way to give back to the community during your summer break? Join a Summer Volunteer Squad! The squads include helping at the summer reading table, with arts and crafts and other library events. This opportunity is for teens entering grades 7–12 in the fall of 2022. Online applications are open from April 1–30 for Arlington Heights residents. First time participants will be asked to sign up for an informal interview.

Learn more at ahml.info/teens/volunteer.

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Application Process Thursday, April 14, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Applying to colleges can be daunting. Join staff from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission to learn the ins and outs of the college application process, including typical components of college applications, the timeline and logistics of the college application process, tips on personal statements/essays and basic financial aid information.

For high school students and their caregivers.

Drop In for College Help Tuesday, April 19, 6–7 p.m. / Hub

Drop by the Hub to meet with a representative from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission to get one-on-one help and tips on every step of the college application process.

For high school students and their caregivers.

Inklings: Poetry

LitCrate for Teens

Wednesday, April 27, 4–5:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Tell us your reading preferences and we’ll pack you a special LitCrate containing a library book picked out just for you and some fun goodies to keep!

It’s Poetry Month! Explore different ways to write poetry, like playing writing games or writing as a group.

Grades 7–12.

Sign up for your next LitCrate now at ahml.info/LitCrate. Signups are limited.

Teen LitCrates are for grades 7–12.

Dice Guild Friday, April 29, 6–9 p.m. / Hub

Play tabletop roleplaying games with other teens. Just bring your creativity and imagination.

Grades 7–12.

Happy Birthday, Hub! Friday, April 15, noon-6 p.m. / Hub

Stop by the Hub to help celebrate our ninth birthday! Write a message on our birthday card wall, craft a special DIY Kit, play video games on our big screen and more.

Grades 7–12.

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ADULTS

Experience and discover.

Closed-captioning will be available for all virtual adult programs.

EArTh MoNth ChAlleNgE Zero-Waste Mindset Tuesday, April 5, 7–8 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Learn how to get savvy about reducing your carbon footprint with Monica Chavez.

Re-energize your recycling practice as we explore the idea of a zero-waste lifestyle to form habits that are healthy for the Earth and ourselves.

Resources Matter: Do More to Waste Less!

Tuesday, April 12, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

Mary S. Allen, recycling and education director for the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC), will share ways to prevent waste and what’s new with curbside recycling and composting.

Native Landscape Design

Wednesday, April 20, 6:30–8 p.m. / Zoom

Learn how to create an eco-friendly garden from the Conservation@Home team in Cook County. They will share techniques to transform your landscape into a healthy and sustainable space with a focus on native plants. Bring your garden dimensions for a little educational design on the fly.

Terrarium Workshop Monday, April 25, 7–8 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Need to add some life to your interior designs? Make your own mini ecosystem in a jar during our terrarium workshop.

Supplies provided. This program is designed for adults.

Wider Lens: Mossville: When Great Trees Fall Thursday, April 28, 7–9 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

Mossville, Louisiana: a once-thriving community founded by formerly enslaved and free people of color, and an economically flourishing safe haven for generations of African Americans, today is a breeding ground for petrochemical plants and their toxic black clouds. This documentary follows one man who refuses to abandon his family’s land. Followed by a discussion with Jerome McDonnell and Eduardo Flores. Not rated, 75 minutes.

Jerome McDonnell hosted WBEZ’s global affairs program Worldview from 1994 until 2019 and was their environment and climate reporter through 2020. Eduardo Flores is a member of Clean Power Lake County and has spoken out about coal ash rules at local listening sessions and statewide hearings.

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ADULTS

Experience and discover.

Hablemos Español (Let’s Speak Spanish) Monday, April 4, 6–7 p.m. / Zoom Monday, April 18, 6–7 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Meet other Spanish learners and speakers in your community and brush up your skills in this conversation club to improve and practice your Spanish en la Biblioteca. All levels are welcome.

Candidate Forum Saturday, April 9 / Zoom

Join Arlington Heights Memorial Library and League of Women Voters Arlington Heights for a live, non-partisan forum featuring candidates in local upcoming races. The event will be moderated.

This forum will be interpreted in American Sign Language (ASL) and closed-captioning will be available.

Find a full schedule at ahml.info.

French Conversation Group Tuesdays, April 12 and 26, 7–8 p.m.

Zoom or Room I

Interested in learning, improving or maintaining your spoken French? Join our resident native speaker to grow your language abilities. All levels are welcome.

Writer’s Ink Wednesday, April 13, 7–9 p.m. / Zoom

Start the novel, short story or poem you always meant to write and join instructor Jacob Knabb for this facilitated meetup to workshop a piece you’ve been working on and network with other writers. All skill levels and writing styles are welcome.

College Knowledge See page 14.

Application Process Thursday, April 14, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Drop In for College Help Tuesday, April 19, 6–7 p.m. / Hub

Thursday, April 7, 7–8:30 p.m.

Zoom

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Learn about wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate and guardianship. Attorney Jacob K. Ehrensaft will explain how to select the correct person to make healthcare and financial decisions on your behalf when you cannot and the importance of updating existing documents to reflect changes in the law and personal circumstances.

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SUNDAY

MUSICALE

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Sunday, April 10, 1–2:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Donna Herula Trio

SUNDAY

MUSICALE

Enjoy an afternoon of acoustic blues with Chicago Blues Hall of Fame inductee Donna Herula, a singer, songwriter and slide guitarist whose songwriting tips the hat to tradition while creating a fresh, contemporary perspective. Herula will be joined by Marc Edelstein on upright bass and Tony Wittrock on guitar, mandolin and banjo guitar.

Sunday, May 1, 2–3:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

Join us for an afternoon with the cross-genre trio Anderlik, Roach & Church. Steeped in bluegrass and with chops to spare, Rob Anderlik, Phil Roach and Mike Church have forged together a sonic landscape where a traditional bluegrass instrumental by Bill Monroe sits comfortably next to swampy blues by Robert Johnson or sultry jazz by Lyle Lovett.

Anderlik, Roach & Church

Dann & Raymond’s Movie Club: Greatest Male Movie Sex Symbols Thursday, April 14, 7–9 p.m. / Zoom

Dann Gire, Daily Herald movie critic, and Raymond Benson, film historian and novelist, take a deep dive into the Greatest Male Movie Sex Symbols, share clips, little-known trivia and more.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Creative Aging: Art with Alayne Watch the Art with Alayne Hen class on video and do this month’s project. Join Alayne and fellow art students in a meet up to share your work inspired by the class or get advice to complete your project. Visit ahml.info/virtual_art to watch this month’s video and register for a meet up.

Art with Alayne Meet Ups Tuesdays, April 19 and 26 or Friday, April 29, 2:30–3:30 p.m. / Zoom

Meet up registrants will be notified by email when they can pick up their Create Kits with supplies at the drive-up window. All April meet ups cover the same project. Register for only one.

Arlington Heights cardholders only.

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ADULTS

Experience and discover.

33 1/3 Classic Albums: Sam Cooke’s Live at the Harlem Square Club, 1963

Get Help Connect with Local Government

Tuesday, April 19, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

Shelved for over 20 years, Sam Cooke’s Live at the Harlem Square Club, 1963 stands as one of the finest live soul albums ever made.

Join author Colin Fleming to explore how this towering soul artist and agent of change reconciled so many disparate elements on a Florida stage on a winter night in 1963.

Colin Fleming is the author of eight books and writes about film, literature, music, art and sports, current and cultural events for many major newspapers.

Favorite Things: Humor Edition Thursday, April 21, 7–7:45 p.m. / Zoom

Want to learn about a selection of some of the funniest titles ever written to make you cackle, snort or giggle? Join us and bring a friend to discuss the books that have helped us laugh out loud this year.

Wednesday Cinema: Nomadland Wednesday, April 27, 1–3 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Following the economic collapse of a company town in rural Nevada, Fern (Frances McDormand) packs her van and sets off on the road exploring a life outside of conventional society as a modern-day nomad.

This critically-acclaimed film won three Oscars® including Best Motion Picture of the Year, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role and Best Achievement in Directing. Rated R, 107 minutes.

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Wednesday, May 4, 4–6 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Meet with staff members from the offices of your elected officials and get quick access to services, information and resources. Do you need assistance with a State or Federal agency? Assistance within Cook County?

From how to track and open an inquiry regarding a delayed IRS refund to contacting Social Security Administration on your behalf, learn about what is available and how the offices of your representatives can help.

Community Blood Drive Thursday, April 28, noon–5 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Donate blood to Versiti Blood Center and save a life. Bring a photo ID. Appointments strongly recommended.

Free Tax Preparation Help The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone, with special attention to those over the age of 50 who cannot afford a tax preparation service. Appointments are required and run through mid-April. Schedule your appointment in person at the Info Desk, Second Floor Desk or call 847-392-0100.

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Illinois Libraries Present:

NICK OFFERMAN with JEFF TWEEDY Wednesday, April 27, 7-8 p.m. / Zoom Join us for an evening with actor, humorist and woodworker Nick Offerman, in conversation with musician and walking companion Jeff Tweedy.

Best known for his breakout role as Ron Swanson in the acclaimed television series Parks and Recreation, actor and New York Times bestselling author Nick Offerman will be discussing his newest book, Where the Deer and the Antelope Play: The Pastoral Observations of One Ignorant American Who Loves to Walk Outside. Offerman was born in Joliet and raised in nearby Minooka, IL. Jeff Tweedy is one of contemporary music’s most accomplished songwriters, musicians and performers and founding member and leader of the GRAMMY® Award-winning American rock band Wilco. Tweedy is also the author of two New York Times bestsellers. He lives in Chicago with his family. This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events.

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BUSINESS & NONPROFIT Start something big.

Starting Your Own Food Business Tuesday, April 26, 6:30–8 p.m.

Makerplace Kitchen

Starting Your own food business

o sta your wn rting

Starting

YOUR OWN

Food Business

FOOD BUSINESS

Learn about local food industry regulations, working in a commercial kitchen, pricing your products and building your brand. Explore options for structuring your new business venture as well as information about leasing commercial property. Participants will also receive information on using our new commercial kitchen in the library’s Makerplace. Presented by Sybil Ege, President and CEO of The Business of Food, and attorney John O’Connor. NEW

Small Business Coffee & Connect Tuesday, April 5, 9–10:30 a.m.

Cardinal Room

Every other month, drop in and join us for networking and a roundtable discussion for entrepreneurs and those in small businesses.

Each session will be facilitated by a local professional. Bring questions, share ideas, make connections and get inspired.

SCORE Business Mentoring Thursdays, April 7 and 28 9 a.m., 10 a.m.,11 a.m.

Monday, April 11 / 6 p.m.,7 p.m.

Appointment Room

One-on-one mentoring by experts who have had experience in all aspects of business. Register at northchicago.score. org/arlington–heights–library. Virtual appointments available upon request.

Como Iniciar tu Negocio: How to Start a Business Tuesday, April 12, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

¡Ven y aprende como crear tu plan de negocio y lanzar tu negocio de inmediato! Este programa se presenta en español. Debe registrarse para participar en este evento en vivo en línea. Recibirás un enlace para participar por correo electrónico.

Learn how to create your business plan and launch your business immediately. This program is presented in Spanish.

Do Legal Work On Your Own Using New Resource Legal GPS is a brand-new resource for entrepreneurs and small business owners available at the library. This interactive platform helps new and existing businesses “do legal” without having to hire a lawyer. It can save business owners significantly on legal fees and time. Businesses start by answering a few questions to help the platform learn what legal guidance is optimal for them.

Legal GPS provides step-by-step directions to learn what legal issues apply and how to complete the necessary steps on your own.

Visit ahml.info/research/databases to access Legal GPS. For more information, contact us at ahml.info/contact, chat with us at ahml.info or call 847-392-0100.

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JOBS & CAREERS Take the next step.

Job Search Strategies Thursday, April 14, 1–3 p.m. / Training Center

SEARCH

Are you ready to get back to work? Thinking about a new career? This in-person workshop will provide you with the tools you need to create a personalized job search strategy. We’ll go over tips on where you can locate your next job and teach you how to research companies you want to work for.

Meet with a Librarian For Arlington Heights cardholders, an Info Services Librarian is available to help guide you to resources that may help with your job search. Schedule an appointment today and stay on track with your job search. Visit ahml.info/schedule-an-appointment.

Networking For Where You Want to Go Wednesday, April 6, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

Gain insights from networking expert J. Kelly Hoey on how to develop a personalized and focused network-building strategy that works for you.

Resume Review Schedule an appointment today to have your resume reviewed. Expert resume reviewers are available for appointments, free of charge to Arlington Heights cardholders. Daytime and evening sessions are available at ahml.info/schedule-anappointment.

DISPLAYS

Show us what you’ve got.

Host a Display at the Library Are you part of a local organization that you wish more people knew about? Do you have a personal collection that rivals a roadside museum? Are you an artist that wants to show off your masterpieces? If so, we invite you to create a display for one of our public display cases! To learn more or reserve a case, visit ahml.info/services/displays.

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GENEALOGY & LOCAL HISTORY Discover your roots.

It’s Here!

Using the 1950 Census

Genealogy Discussion Tuesday, April 26, 2–3 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Wednesday, April 6, 7–8 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Discuss genealogy projects, family history research and share resources. Bring your questions and brick wall problems.

The data from the 1950 US Census will be raw and unindexed when it is released on April 1, 2022. Join us for a hands-on session on how to use this data. Bring your laptop, if possible.

Swedish Genealogy Help Wednesday, April 27, noon–7 p.m. / Zoom

Sign up for a virtual appointment with genealogist Kathy Meade to get help with your Swedish ancestors. Meade can help you navigate ArkivDigital and direct you to additional Swedish research resources. Halfhour appointments available.

Beginning Genealogy Tuesday, April 12, 2–3 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Discover the basics of researching your family history. We’ll discuss techniques for finding your ancestors and essential genealogy databases.

Getting to Know the Mayflower Society Wednesday, May 4, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

Learn what exactly the Mayflower Society is, what they do and genealogy resources available.

get organized

Getting (And Staying) Organized Monday, April 18, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

A big challenge in genealogy as a pastime is keeping yourself organized. Laura Street Chaplin shares best practices and ideas to meet this worthy goal, including file-naming strategies, color coding and more.

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ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE & LITERACY Practice and learn.

Inglés para Hispanohablantes Wednesdays, April 6 and April 20, 1–2 p.m.

ESL & Literacy Office or Zoom

Una clase conversacional para Hispanohablantes que buscan mejorar su Inglés.

Tea & Talk ESL Games with Jen Wednesday, April 6, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

Wednesday, April 13, 1:30–3 p.m.

Hendrickson Room North

Want to practice English in a fun way? Sign up to play games with our volunteer Jen.

Improve your conversation skills at this monthly beginning-level group.

For ESL adults; children welcome.

ESL Conversation Lab Saturdays, April 9 and 23, 10–11 a.m.

ESL & Literacy Office or Zoom

Join other adult English-language learners to practice conversation in English around different topics/situations with interactive activities and work on improving speaking skills. Each week will focus on a different real-life scenario and will include exercises to work on grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and listening skills.

ESL Social Hour Friday, April 8, 10–11 a.m.

ESL & Literacy Office

Drop in and join us to chat or play a board game. This is an informal opportunity to practice your speaking and listening skills.

ESL Book Discussion Have You Seen Marie?

by Sandra Cisneros Tuesday, April 19, 1–2 p.m.

ESL & Literacy Office or Zoom

Email esl@ahml.info to receive discussion questions or to have a book placed on hold for you to pick up at the bookmobile or library drive-up.

Citizenship Interview Practice Wednesday, April 20, 7–9 p.m. / Zoom

Sign up for a 30-minute time slot to practice the interview portion of your Citizenship test.

Provided in partnership with HIAS Immigration & Citizenship volunteers.

Directed Drawing

English Hour with Michael

Tuesday, April 12, 11 a.m.–noon Cardinal Room

Tuesday, April 26, 10 –11 a.m.

Cardinal Room or Zoom

Join other adult English-language learners for this art and language activity. Supplies will be provided.

Join other English language learners and our ESL volunteer Michael, at home or in the library, to explore the English language.

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C R E AT O R S P O T L I G H T

Create a music video fit for The Boss When Pace Executive Director Rocky Donahue announced his plans to retire at the end of 2021, his colleagues at the suburban transit provider sprang into action with a plan of their own—create a music video to celebrate his nearly 40-year career.

“He loves music, especially Bruce Springsteen,” said John Kokoris, a communications specialist at Pace. “A few years ago, he was the inspiration for us organizing a company band, Tony and the Pacemakers, to play at our annual staff picnics, which have been on hiatus during COVID. He always picked our set lists and acted as manager.”

This go-around it was Kokoris and team picking the song, and they landed on “Glory Days,” Springsteen’s 1984 megahit. The next step was to find somewhere to safely record their musical tribute (off the clock, of course). Pace is headquartered in Arlington Heights and Kokoris, who formerly worked at a public library, decided to investigate the Arlington Heights Memorial Library and soon discovered its digital media lab, the Studio.

“We were all amazed that this professional recording equipment is available to use for free at a local library, it just blew our minds,” said Kokoris “We’ve rented professional rooms and practice space in the past that weren’t anywhere nearly as nice. The Studio is amazing.”

They reserved two, two-hour Studio sessions after work and got to it. They used the vocal booth and recorded four separate tracks: bass, vocals, backup vocals and guitar. The drums were added from a downloadable loop and the keyboard was recorded by Kokoris at home. They used the Studio’s green screen to project archival footage of Tony and the Pacemakers playing at Pace events and later edited it all together using GarageBand and iMovie. The end result is a four-minute music video fit for The Boss!

“He was touched, and it was a great send-off” said Kokoris. Now, another longtime Pace employee, Melinda Metzger, helms the agency, and Pace will keep rocking for years to come. Pace serves many libraries in the area, including AHML, and is currently adding libraries to their route maps so that riders can find and access them more easily.

For more information about the Studio, visit ahml.info/services/studio. The next time you create something using the library’s Studio, Makerplace or an item from our Library of Things collection, share it with us at ahml.info/creator_spotlight. We want to shine the spotlight on your creation and show others too.

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Encyclopedias &

B e yo n d

THE ONLINE REFERENCE SHELF

When you need a fast overview of a topic, nothing beats a good reference article.

Large collections of printed reference books and encyclopedias are now a thing of the past for many libraries, but that doesn’t mean that reference resources have disappeared. For the most part, they’ve gone online—and the library has a lot of them! Try these resources in the Research > Databases > All Databases > Encyclopedias section of the library’s website: •

BRITANNICA LIBRARY Britannica is the most legendary name in encyclopedias, with authored articles across all topics. The Britannica Library features the most up-to-date full edition online, as well as age-appropriate versions for young adults and children, with the ability to move easily from articles in one version to another. Includes multimedia and links to authoritative outside sources.

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WORLD BOOK DISCOVER Covers all the topics of other comprehensive encyclopedias but written in easier language for those who are still developing reading skills. Includes multimedia resources and special life-skills activities.

GALE EBOOKS Over 3,500 subject-specific encyclopedias and reference books on biography, business, environment, history, law, literature, medicine, multicultural studies, nations/world, religion, science, social science and more. Great if you need a little more depth than a general encyclopedia.

EBSCO EBOOK COLLECTION Searchable database of reference articles and chapters from hundreds of books across a variety of topics.

You’ll also find articles from hundreds of reference sources in various full-text article databases, especially the Gale “In Context” databases (e.g., Gale In Context: Biography, Gale In Context: Opposing Viewpoints, Gale In Context: High School, etc.)

Search lots of reference sources all at once Enter your search term into the “Quick Article Search” box at the top of the Research > Databases > All Database page on our site, select the “Reference/Encyclopedia Articles” box below it, then click “Search.” You’ll see results from Britannica, Gale eBooks and database reference articles all in one list.

Help is available however you need it Contact the library by phone, chat or using our online contact form at ahml.info.

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The Makerplace provides visitors ages 12 and up a unique opportunity for making and creating using the latest technology and equipment, along with flexible workspaces and a commercial-grade kitchen. Visit anytime to explore the space, try something new or bring a project from home and use the open workspaces. All users must sign a waiver before using equipment or participating in Makerplace classes. Makerplace classes are for Arlington Heights cardholders only, unless otherwise noted.

NEW

Registration for all April programs at the Makerplace begins at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 2.

M A K E R P L AC E TO U R S Thursday, April 28, 6–7 p.m. / Makerplace Flex Space 1

Join a guided tour of the Makerplace. We’ll take you through the many creative spaces and introduce you to your new place for making in Arlington Heights. Each tour will end with time for Q&A. NEW

MAKE DO AND MEND Tuesday, April 19, 6–7:30 p.m. / Makerplace Creative Arts

Does your favorite shirt have a hole in the seam? Are those hand me down pants too long? Add new life to your clothing and save your wardrobe from ending up in a landfill. Drop in anytime from 6–7:30 p.m. and volunteers will assist you in mending holes, hemming and putting on buttons.

S E W A P R ETZ E L P I L LOW FO R T E E N S Tuesday, April 12, 4:30–6 p.m. / Makerplace

See page 13.

MAKERPLACE 112 N. Belmont Avenue

Tuesday-Thursday: 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Visit ahml.info/makerplace for more information.

Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday: noon-5 p.m.

Monday & Friday: Closed

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M A K E R P L AC E E SS E N T I A L S C L ASS E S Arlington Heights library card required; for ages 12 and up.

3D PRINTING

VINYL CUTTING

Thursday, April 14, 1–2:30 p.m. or Wednesday, April 27, 6–7:30 p.m.

Makerplace Flex Space 2

Tuesday, April 5, 6–7:30 p.m. or Wednesday, April 20, 1–2:30 p.m.

Makerplace Flex Space 2

Explore the basics of 3D printing technology and how to use TinkerCAD to create 3D printable designs. NEW

Learn to create your own custom designs and how to cut adhesive vinyl, iron-on transfers, paper for scrapbooking and crafting, fabric, matboard, leather and more.

L AS E R C U T T I N G

NEW

Tuesday, April 12, 6–7:30 p.m. or Sunday, April 24, 1–2:30 p.m.

Makerplace Flex Space 2

SEWING Saturday, April 9, 1–2:30 p.m. or Thursday, April 21, 6–7:30 p.m.

Makerplace Sewing and Quilting Room

Learn the basics of 2D design for laser cutting and engraving. Using digital design software, take your ideas from concept to completed pieces using the laser cutter.

Learn the basics of threading, operating and troubleshooting on our sewing machines.

NEW

NEW

M A K E R P L AC E C U L I N A RY C L ASS E S Culinary classes are designed for adults 18+. Arlington Heights library card required. Space is limited; sign up for one class every month, per cardholder.

NEW

The library is working to meet the overwhelming demand for culinary classes. On April 2, beginning at 9 a.m., registrations will be placed in a queue and will be confirmed by email within 48 hours.

CHEF’S CHOICE WITH C H E F G R AC E Tuesday, April 19, 2-4 p.m. or 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Makerplace Kitchen

Join recent “Chopped” champ, Chef Grace Goudie of Scratchboard Kitchen, for a culinary treat of her choice. This hands-on class promises a peek into Chef Grace’s signature composed, but not complicated cooking. NEW

I N T R O TO R E G I O N A L CO F F E E S Sunday, April 10, 12:30–1:45 p.m. or 3–4:15 p.m.

Makerplace Kitchen

YO G U RT & G R A N O L A Thursday, April 7, 3–4:30 p.m. or 6–7:30 p.m.

Makerplace Kitchen

Andrea Pracht of My Kitchen Clatter will demonstrate the art of yogurt making and will go home with homemade goodies including a yogurt starter. NEW

STA RT I N G YO U R OW N FO O D B U S I N E SS Tuesday, April 26, 6:30–8 p.m.

Makerplace Kitchen

See page 20. NEW

Enjoy samples while you learn about coffees from different regions. NEW

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CLASSES Excel: Basics

PowerPoint: Basics

Tuesday, April 5, 10–11:30 a.m.

Training Center

Friday, April 8, 1:30–3 p.m. / Training Center

Learn about spreadsheets and how to move within them and the basics of Excel including rows, columns, tabs and more.

Basic mouse and keyboarding skills needed.

Spring Stickers Design It Wednesday, April 6 or Thursday, April 7 7–8:30 p.m. / Training Center

Learn some basic skills in Adobe Illustrator to create custom spring-time shapes for applying to fabrics. These vector designs can then be used in various projects, such as creating iron-on stickers at the Makerplace.

Part 1 of a two-day class. By registering for Part 1 you will automatically be registered for Part 2 on April 13.

Make It Wednesday, April 13, 6–7:30 p.m.

Makerplace Flex Space 2

Learn basic skills in Adobe Illustrator to create custom seasonal shapes. Then use your vector designs created in Adobe Illustrator to make spring-time iron-on stickers on the Makerplace’s vinyl cutter.

Part 2 of a two-day class. By registering for Part 1 you will automatically be registered for Part 2.

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This class covers the basics for developing an interesting presentation. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills needed.

Basic Computer Skills Monday, April 11, 1:30–3 p.m.

Training Center

Learn the components of a window, how to use a mouse, and open and close files.

Shutterfly: Graduation Cards and Gifts Monday, April 11, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

Learn how to use the Shutterfly website to create personalized graduation announcements and invitations using your own photos and personal messages.

We’ll also look at other products Shutterfly offers for graduation gift giving, such as personalized digital scrapbooks, ceramic mugs and other items. An existing Shutterfly account is recommended.

Excel: Intermediate Tuesday, April 12, 10–11:30 a.m.

Training Center

Learn about charts and graphs as well as some commonly used functions for working with data. Working knowledge of Excel required.

APRIL 2022

We are currently offering a variety of in-person and online classes. In-person classes will be in the Training Center and online classes will be on Zoom, unless otherwise noted. Tech Classes register starting April 1, unless otherwise noted.

PowerPoint: Intermediate Friday, April 15, 1:30–3 p.m.

Training Center

eBooks, eAudiobooks, Movies and More Friday, April 22, 1:30–3 p.m. / Training Center

Take your PowerPoint skills to the next level; learn how to enhance your presentations with creative effects. Working knowledge of PowerPoint required.

Learn all about the free eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music and magazines you can access from home or on the go with your library card.

Design It: Mother’s Day Cards and Bookmarks

Create Graphics for Social Media

Monday, April 18, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

Tuesday, April 26, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

Learn how to draw and combine basic shapes in Adobe Illustrator to create a flower scene for Mother’s Day. Then we’ll use that flower design for cards, bookmarks and more.

Learn how you can use Canva (a free online graphic design program) to create quick and easy graphics for your professional or personal needs.

Making One-Minute Videos Wednesday, April 20, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

Learn to shoot, edit, upload and share short format videos on TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts.

Word: Basics Thursday, April 21, 1:30–3 p.m.

Training Center

This class will introduce you to the essentials: all the tabs, especially the File and Home tabs, and how to change words on the page. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills needed.

Selling Online Overview Wednesday, April 27, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

Want to start selling stuff online but don’t know where to start? You’re in luck! In this class you’ll learn tips when it comes to selling items on sites such as Craigslist, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp and Etsy. No accounts needed; this will be an overview of these services.

Word: Intermediate Thursday, April 28, 1:30–3 p.m.

Training Center

Learn how to change margins, use bullet points, formatting, tables, templates and more. Working knowledge of Word is required.

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ONLINE BOOK DISCUSSIONS Join the conversation.

Register to attend any of these discussions. Stop by the Info Desk to pick up a copy any of the books or contact us at 847-392-0100 to request a copy. Book discussion titles are also available as an eBook or eAudiobook.

MYSTERY BOOK DISCUSSION

Lightning Strike

by William Kent Krueger Monday, April 11, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room

This powerful prequel to the acclaimed Cork O’Connor series is a beautifully told story of a small town in the 1960s rocked by a mysterious death and culture clashes, and a boy’s coming of age. Krueger weaves together not only a riveting mystery but also a story about the relationships between fathers and sons.

NOVEL EXPERIENCE BOOK DISCUSSION

The Exiles by Christina Baker Kline Tuesday, April 12, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room

This historical novel captures the hardship, oppression, opportunity and hope of a trio of women’s lives – two English convicts and an orphaned Aboriginal girl – in 19th-century Australia.

ESL BOOK DISCUSSION

Have You Seen Marie?

by Sandra Cisneros Tuesday, April 19, 1–2 p.m. / ESL & Literacy Office or Zoom

See page 23.

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SCIENCE FICTION BOOK DISCUSSION

Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir Wednesday, April 20, 7–8 p.m. / Conference Room H

The sole survivor on a desperate last-chance mission to save both humanity and the earth, Ryland Grace is hurtled into the depths of space when he must conquer an extinctionlevel threat to our species.

FAVORITE THINGS: HUMOR EDITION Thursday, April 21, 7–7:45 p.m. / Zoom

See page 18.

spotlight on...

AUDIOBOOKS If you’re back in the office and looking for a way to ease your commute, consider checking out an audiobook! Don’t lose your temper in the rush hour slog; lose yourself in a story. Whether your car has a CD player, auxiliary port or Bluetooth capability, the library has thousands of audiobook CDs and eAudiobooks across all genres. From Chief Inspector Armand Gamache to Jack Reacher, your next travel companion awaits you.

Search “audiobooks” at ahml.info

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FRIENDS & FOUNDATION Support the library.

Friends of the Library Learn more about the Friends of the Library at ahml.info/friends. Members receive advance notice of upcoming sales, access to special online-only sales and priority entry to in-person sales.

The Friends Used Book Shop is open every day that the library is open, on the first floor near the stairs, with items for children and adults, fiction sorted by author, nonfiction sorted by category, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs.

ADULT SALE

Hendrickson Room

Saturday, April 23, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Sunday, April 24, noon–4 p.m.

CHILDREN’S SALE

Cardinal Room

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

SPRING

USED BOOK SAPRILA 22–24 LE

Saturday, April 23, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Sunday, April 24, noon–3 p.m.

Children’s $8 Bag Sale

MEMBERS NIGHT

Friday, April 22, 5–8 p.m.

(Membership required)

Members may pick up a number for their place in line beginning at 9 a.m. Friday morning at the Second Floor Desk. Individual members may have one ticket and Family/Patron/Life memberships may have two tickets for place(s) in line. Room capacity is limited.

SILENT AUCTION

Begins Friday, 5 p.m. ends Saturday, 2 p.m.

There will be a 25 percent teacher discount with a valid teacher ID. No teacher discount at Sunday’s bag sale. Scanning is not permitted at Friends’ book sales.

See ahml.info/friends for membership information, Friends news and sale updates.

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Foundation fundraising goal Interactive light board for Kids’ World

Become a new or continuing donor and support the AHML Foundation’s 2022 fundraising goal of updating Kids’ World at the main library with items such as a large interactive electronic light board feature along with other elements that will engage families and children of all abilities in fun activities while they build learning skills.

The Arlington Heights Memorial Library Foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization that provides support to the library by securing and managing donations from individuals, businesses and foundations to support the library above and beyond what public funding provides. To support this or other library services, visit the Foundation website at ahmlfoundation.org/donate, where a drop-down menu lets you select what you want your donation to support, or send a check to: AHML Foundation c/o Treasurer 500 N. Dunton Avenue Arlington Heights, IL 60004

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PROGRAMS AT THE SENIOR CENTER All in-person programs will be held at the Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road.

Many of our in-person programs at the Senior Center will also offer the option to attend via Zoom. The Senior Center Reading Room is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. and Saturday, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Travelogues

Computer Interest Group

Fridays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10 a.m.

Senior Center

Wednesday, April 13, 1–2 p.m.

Senior Center and Zoom

Drop in and enjoy travel movies and documentaries.

Novice and experienced users discuss current technology, exchange tips, and offer advice for solving problems on PCs, tablets and smartphones. Register to join us in person or via Zoom.

Film Discussion Circle Tuesday, April 5, 1 p.m. / Senior Center

April’s film is Like Water for Chocolate (1992), 105 minutes, Rated R, Spanish with English subtitles. A discussion led by staff follows a free showing of the film.

Current Events Discussion Thursdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28, 10–11 a.m.

Senior Center and Zoom

Register to join us either in person or on Zoom in April by calling the Senior Center at 847-253-5532.

Popular Books The Midnight Library

by Matt Haig

Senior Center

Book Discussions

Wednesday, April 13, 10 a.m.

Senior Center or Zoom

Modern Classics Jayber Crow

by Wendell Berry Books available in the Senior Center Reading Room.

Register to meet in-person at the Senior Center or join on Zoom.

Monday, April 25, 10 a.m.

Senior Center or Zoom

SENIOR PHONE PROGRAMS Join our weekly phone discussions where we listen to and discuss short stories or share reminisces of past events and experiences. No technology other than a phone is required.

Contact Senior and Accessible Services at 847-870-3712 to learn more about these programs or to register.

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SENIOR CENTER CLASSES Classes feature small class size and hands-on instruction. All classes are held in person at the Senior Center.

Android Phone Basics (two-day class) Get hands on experience using an android-based phone with tips for text and internet.

Tuesdays, April 12 and 19, 9–11 a.m.

iPad & iPhone Basics (two-day class) Get hands-on experience using an iPad or iPhone.

Learn tips for email and searching the internet using Safari.

Fridays, April 8 and 15, 2–4 p.m.

Thursdays, April 14 and 21, 9–11 a.m.

iPad & iPhone Beyond Basics (two-day class) Download new apps, read books, use maps, text and video chat with friends in this next level class.

Wednesdays, April 13 and 20, 2–4 p.m.

Fridays, April 22 and 29, 2–4 p.m.

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES Meeting schedule: ahml.info/about/information Greg Zyck • President 847-507-2336 • gzyck@ahml.info Carole Medal • Vice President/Secretary 847-506-2683 • cmedal@ahml.info John Supplitt • Treasurer 847-506-2685 • jsupplitt@ahml.info Trustees: Sarah Galla 847-506-2681 • sgalla@ahml.info Andi Ruhl 847-506-2684 • aruhl@ahml.info Debbie Smart 847-494-3707 • dsmart@ahml.info Amy Somary 847-506-2686 • asomary@ahml.info EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Mike Driskell

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING Mary Hastings EDITORIAL SUPERVISOR

iPad & iPhone Settings 1

April Harder

Use the Settings app to customize your iPad or iPhone.

WRITERS

Wednesday, April 27, 2–4 p.m.

Pat Aichele William Tolan GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

iPad & iPhone Settings 2 Learn more about your phone or iPad settings options.

Brian Benson Colleen Mele Stephanie Battista

Tuesday, April 5, 9–11 a.m.

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