May/June 2015
MY LIBRARY newsletter
• Summer Reading Program pg. 3,7 & 9 • Programas en español páginas 3 y 11
Director's Column In March 2015, I had the privilege of joining a work team from the Buffalo Grove Rotary Club on a trip to Guatemala. During our stay we completed many projects at AK’Tenamit, a secondary boarding school in the Rio Dulce region that serves the indigenous people of Guatemala. One afternoon, I wandered into the Ak’ Tenamit library and met with the staff to talk about the needs of their library. I left knowing libraries face the same challenges everywhere.
Special Events
ART EXHIBITS MAY "My Favorite Places" Art Exhibit by Aneta Nowik Travel with Aneta Nowik as she takes you to "My Favorite Places" featuring her paintings on various expeditions. A graduate from the Academy of Fine Arts in Wroclaw, Poland, she lives and works in Chicago.
JUNE "The Desire to Live" Art Exhibit by Paulina Pawelczyk-Metzger Polish born artist Paulina Pawelczyk-Metzger displays her ceramic pieces and paintings inspired by the beauty around her.
Indian Trails is 1,800 miles from Ak’ Tenamit, yet we share similar goals for our communities: provide a safe place where people can gather, learn, study and engage with each other. While books will always be part of a library’s core mission, we need to re-evaluate how to meet the changing needs of today’s library users. For the past year, we had been planning for a renovation using funds that were approved by referendum in 2010. We are meeting regularly with architects to develop conceptual drawings, talking with staff and reviewing results of community focus groups and previous studies of our building. All this work is in anticipation of construction beginning in the spring of 2016. Many details need to be worked out but as we move forward, the library is committed to keeping the community informed on our progress through our • Bi-monthly print newsletter • Monthly enewsletter • Library website • Postings in the library • Press releases I am tremendously excited about the future possibilities of enhancing and expanding service to our community.
Cinco de Mayo Celebration Saturday, May 2, 2-3 pm
All ages. Sol Azteca Folkloric Ensemble dancers celebrate Cinco de Mayo with dance routines from the different states of Mexico. R
Tumble your way to fun and learning with TumbleBooks! Ebooks, games, audiobooks and more with your library card. VIsit http://tinyurl.com/phohp46 TumbleBookLibrary: Grades K-6 TumbleBookCloud Jr.: Grades 4-8 TumbleBookCloud: Grades 6-12
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Summer Reading Program
Every Hero Has a Story June 13-August 8, 2015
All Ages. Indian Trails Library residency not required. Will you accept the challenge? Test your “superhero” powers this summer with the Summer Reading Program! Complete a level and earn great prizes. Even the littlest heroes can participate when a parent or caregiver reads with or to them. Register at the Adult or Kids desks. Prepare yourself for a summer of adventure!
Summer Reading Program Kick-off Day
Saturday, June 13, 10 am-4 pm Costumes encouraged, but not required. All costumes must be family-friendly and accessory-free.
Drop-in Tabletop Games
10 am-2 pm Ages 5 and older. Challenge your friends and family to a board game at this drop-in activity. A Games Plus staff member will bring games for kids, teens and adults to try. NR
Drop-in Craft and Hero Photo Booth 10 am-3 pm Birth to grade 12. Register for the Summer Reading Program to make a craft and have your picture taken with our super backgrounds (while supplies last). NR
12-2 pm Meet and pose for a photo with our special guest from “We Are Cosplay,” a nonprofit group devoted to costuming. NR
Thank a Hero
10 am - 4 pm All ages. Show support for our true superheroes in life by writing letters of appreciation to overseas U.S. service members. Visit the Adult Desk for supplies. NR
Todos Los Heroes Tienen Una Historia
Verano 2015: Programa de Lectura 13 de Junio – 8 de Agosto Regístrese en la Biblioteca Indian Trails o en nuestro sucursal en Prospect Heights.
Create a Comic
1-1:45 pm (Grades 3-5) 2-2:45 pm (Grades 6-12) Create and draw your own superhero with professional comic book and manga artist Addie Afable! R
Teen Manga Madness
3-3:45 pm Grades 6-12. Learn to draw manga-style with professional manga and comic books artist Addie Afable! R
Trivia Challenge
3-4 pm Grades 3 and older. Form a team and test your knowledge against our brain-bending questions! Limit: 50. TR
Read to Win!
Grades K-8: District 21, District 96 and Saint Mary schools Show your school pride by participating in the summer reading program. Complete a level and your school is closer to winning the traveling trophy to display during the 2015-16 school year and a librarysponsored event. Follow your school’s progress at the library. R
Little Miss Ann Family Concert
11 am-12 pm All ages. Celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Program with Little Miss Ann's upbeat and interactive folk-rock music. Everyone is welcome, but the program is most appropriate for children ages 3-8. Limit: 100. TR 3
@ the Branch
Storytimes
The Branch, 99 E. Palatine Rd., Prospect Heights
Homework Help
Mondays & Wednesdays: May 4-June 10, 6-8 pm No program Monday, May 25. Grades K-8. Drop in at the Branch for help with homework and preparing for tests. NR
Storytime
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Toddler Storytime Ages 18-36 months with a caregiver
Mondays: May 4 & 18 and June 1 & 15 Thursdays: May 7 & 21 and June 4 & 18
10-10:30 am
Lapsit Ages birth-18 months with a caregiver
Mondays: May 11 and June 8 & 22
10-10:30 am
Preschool Storytime Ages 3-5
Mondays: May 11 and June 8 & 22 Tuesdays: May 12 & 26 and June 9 & 23
11-11:30 am
Noisy Time! Ages 2-5 with a caregiver
Fridays: May 8 & 22 and June 12 & 26
10-10:30 am
Pajamarama Ages 3-7 with a caregiver
Mondays: May 18 and June 15
6:30-7 pm
Storytime, Milk and Cookies at Panera Ages 2-4 with a caregiver
Tuesday, May 26
9:30-10 am
1K Club Storytime Ages birth through Pre-K with a caregiver
Friday, May 29 1K Club participants only
10-10:30 am
Family Storytime All ages
Friday, June 5
7-7:45 pm
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Ages birth-18 months with a caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays, sign language and playtime. NR
Ages 3-7 with a caregiver. In the mood for some fun before bed? Hop into your pajamas and join us for stories, activities and some not-so-quiet fun! NR
Toddler Storytime
Storytime, Milk and Cookies at Panera
Ages 18-36 months with a caregiver. Stories, rhymes and songs. NR
Preschool Storytime
Ages 3-5. Stories, songs and activities. No siblings or caregivers. NR
Noisy Time!
Ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Explore the world around us with stories, rhymes and lots of music and movement. NR
Panera Bread, 1228 W. Dundee Rd. Ages 2-4 with a caregiver. Meet us at Panera for storytime, milk and cookies. R
Ayuda con la Tarea lunes y miércoles: 4 mayo-10 junio, 6-8 pm Ningún programa para el lunes, 25 mayo. Grados K-8. Ofrecido en la sucursal Indian Trails ayuda con la tarea y preparación para los exámenes. NR
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Family Craft Night
Fridays: May 22 & June 19, 6-7:30 pm All ages. Create unique seasonal and theme-based craft projects. NR Nueva fecha de Noche de Artesanía Familiar viernes: 22 de mayo y 19 de junio de 6-7: 30 pm Todas las edades. Crear proyectos únicos de artesanía estacionales y temáticos. NR
Video Gaming Night
Friday, June 12, 6-7:30 pm Grades 3-12. Get started on the Summer Reading Program, "Every Hero Has a Story," with an evening of games about superheroes, sports heroes and war heroes. Xbox and PlayStation 3 available! NR Noche de Video Juegos viernes: 12 de junio de 6-7: 30 pm Grados 3-12. Comienza el Programa de Lectura de Verano, "Cada héroe tiene una historia", con una noche de video juegos sobre superhéroes, héroes deportivos y héroes de guerra. Disponibles en Xbox y PlayStation 3! NR
Kidzone Press
Grades 2-8 Pick up a submission form for “When I grow up I want to be…” beginning May 1 at the Kids Desk. Submissions accepted through May 31. KidZone Press will be published in July.
1K Club Storytime
Ages birth–Pre-K with a caregiver. Calling all 1K Club kids! Bring your reading log to this special 1K Club storytime. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Limit: 25. TR
Family Storytime
All ages. Bring the family to listen to stories, sing songs, and make a craft. NR 4
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Featured program
Youth Programs STEM: Little Learners
Fridays: May 1 & June 5, 10-10:30 am Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Discover science, technology, engineering and math through stories, songs and experiments. Limit: 25. TR
Award -Winning Jazz Bands
Friday, May 1, 7-7:45 pm All ages. Join us for swing, Latin, rock, pop, ballads and great improvisations from local bands. Limit: 75. TR
Free Comic Book Day
Saturday, May 2 9:30 am-4 pm: Pick up a free comic book while supplies last at the Kids Desk. NR 11 am-12 pm: Comic Book Day Superhero Party. Drop in for fantastic activities. NR
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Saturday, May 2, 2-3 pm All ages. Sol Azteca Folkloric Ensemble perform dance routines from Mexico. R
Stories, Music and a Ventriloquist Puppet Palooza
Sunday, May 3, 2:30-3:30 pm Ages 3 and older. Sandi Sylver uses soft-faced puppets to tell stories and sing songs. Limit: 100. TR
Mother's Day Craft
Wednesday, May 6, 4:30-5:30 pm Grades K-5. Make a special craft for your mother, grandmother or that important "mom" in your life. Limit: 30. TR
Faraway Fairytales with the Plum Crazy Puppets
Saturday, May 9, 11 am-12 pm Ages 3 and older. The Plum Crazy Puppets delight you with wonderful storytelling. Limit: 100. TR
Read to Rover
Thursdays: May 14 & June 11, 6-7:30 pm Grades 1-5. Murphy and Gracie, two certified therapy dogs, would love for you read to them. Register in person at the Kids Desk for a 15-minute, one-on-one reading time with a dog. No siblings or caregivers.
Techno Tots
Friday, May 15, 10-10:45 am Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Share apps, stories and songs followed by a play session featuring early literacy activities! Limit: 25. TR
Games Unplugged
Fridays: May 15 & June 19, 4-6 pm Grades 3-12. Join your friends by bringing your own board and dueling card games. Some card and board games (non-deck based) will be available. Snacks provided. NR
Family Movie Night
Fridays, 7-8:30 pm All ages. Snack provided. Limit: 75. TR May 15: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day June 19: Big Hero 6
LEGO® Club
Thursdays: May 21 & June 18, 6:30-7:30 pm Grades 1-5. Bring your imagination and create something unique with Legos. Limit: 30. TR
Toddler Drive-In Movie
Wednesday, May 27, 10-10:30 am Tuesday, June 30, 10-10:30 am Ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Decorate a box "car," grab a snack and watch a short movie. Your car goes home with you! Limit: 20. TR
En Español Giving Garden
Saturday, May 30, 9:30-11 am Fridays: June 12 & 26, 9:30-10:30 am Grades K-5. Join us for a craft and digging in the dirt in the library's "Giving Garden." Learn how to plant and nurture a garden, then share the proceeds with those in need. Supported by the Wheeling Garden Club. Limit: 20. TR
Art Start
Tuesday, June 2, 10-10:45 am Ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Introduce your child to art with this storytime followed by an art project. Dress to get messy! Limit: 20. TR
Heroes of Science!
Tuesday, June 16, 1-2 pm All ages, but most appropriate for ages 3 and older. Drop in for hands-on science activities! NR
Descubramos Juntos domingos: 17 de mayo y 21 de junio, 1-2 pm 2-5 años con un guardián. Visítenos para actividades prácticas de alfabetización temprana diseñados para estimular las habilidades de pre-lectura mientras jugamos. ¡Visite cada estación con su hijo y lleve actividades a casa para tratar por su cuenta! NR Leeme tu a mi (en español) viernes: 22 de mayo y 26 de junio, 7-8 pm Grados kinder y primero. Estas aprendiendo a leer por tu cuenta? Acompañanos mientras practicamos nuestra lectura en voz alta. Tu me lees a mi y yo te leo a ti. Por favor no hermanos ni encargados. Limite 20. R
Father's Day Craft
Cuentos en Familia (en español) viernes, 5 de junio, 5:30-6:15 pm Todas las edades. Trae tu familia a divertirse escuchando cuentos, cantando canciones y terminaremos con un proyecto de arte. Limite 25. TR
American Tall Tales
Nuevo Club de Lectores Bibliotecaria Jenny Reid lleva el nuevo club de lectores en español. Más información en la página 11.
Wednesday, June 17, 10-11 am Grades 1-5. Make a special craft for your dad, granddad or important "father" in your life. Limit: 30. TR Thursday, June 18, 1-2 pm Grades K and older. The Improv Playhouse presents Tall Tales about Paul Bunyan, Pecos Bill and other short stories. Limit: 100. TR
The Secret Life of Walter Manny
Tuesday, June 23, 11-11:45 am Grades K and older. Walter Manny is a hero-in-training with a huge imagination. Join Walter as he tries to use his imagination to save his best friend's life. Limit: 100. TR
Minecraft Madness
Wednesday, June 24, 1-2:30 pm Grades 3-5. Play Minecraft, meet other players and create a Minecraft-inspired craft. Limit: 20. TR
Wild, Weird and Wonderful with Wildlife Discovery Center
Thursday, June 25, 1-2 pm Ages 4 and older. An assortment of reptiles and birds of prey will be here for this interactive program. Learn about the mysteries of these marvelous creatures. Limit: 100. TR
Children 8 years and under MUST have a caregiver remain in the KidZone. R = Registration required | NR = No registration | TR = Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Kids Desk.
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Youth Programs
Grades 6-8
Grades 6-12
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Book Clubs Bookworms Club
Middle School Book Club Monday, May 11, 7-8 pm Grades 6-8. Discussion, activities and refreshments are part of the fun in this popular book club. Register at the Kids Desk during the dates below and pick up your free book to keep. R
Games Unplugged Fridays: May 15 & June 19, 4-6 pm Grades 3-12. Join your friends by bringing your own board and dueling card games. Some card and board games (non-deck based) will be provided. There will be pizza and more. NR
May program: April 6-27
May Program: April 13-May 4 Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Anime Club Fridays: May 15 & June 19, 6:30-9 pm Grades 6-12. Join us to watch anime, discuss the latest manga and more. Pizza served. R
Monday, May 4, 4-5 pm Grades 4 and 5. We’ll discuss a great book, enjoy a snack, make a craft and play a game. Register at the Kids Desk during the dates below and pick up your free book to keep. R
August 3 program: June 27-July 25
Read-Aloud Book Club Monday, May 18, 4:15-5 pm Grades K and 1. Join us this month for a story, songs, snack and craft. No siblings or caregivers. Limit: 20. TR
Paperback Pals Book Club
Tuesday, May 19, 4:30-5:30 pm Grades 2 and 3. We’ll talk about a book, do a craft and have a snack. Register at the Kids Desk during the dates below and pick up your free book to keep. R May program: April 21-May 12
Maker Club: Sand Art Terrariums Tuesday, May 19, 4:30-5:30 pm Grades 6-8. Exercise your green thumb and make a Sand Art Terrarium! All materials provided. R Teen Iron Chef Monday, June 29, 1-2:30 pm Grades 6-8. Do you think you can make the best dish ever in only one hour with limited ingredients? The team with the best tasting and best looking dish receive a great prize. Team members must register separately. R
Teens vs. Librarians Trivia Saturday, May 30, 2-3:30 pm Grades 6-12. Are you ready for the ultimate challenge? Prove your skills and take down the librarians in a battle of wits. Snacks provided and the winning team receives awesome prizes. R
Teen Summer Reading Program Volunteer Training
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Safe Sitter Babysitting Clinic
Ages 11-14
Wednesday, July 15 & Thursday, July 16 from 9:30 am - 1 pm (both days) Ages 11-14. A non-refundable fee of $28.50 is due at time of registration. This two-day workshop includes instruction on care for infants and children, basic first aid, feeding and diapering, behavior management, and babysitting ethics. Each student receives a kit with an instruction book and backpack. Registering for the first day of class automatically registers you for the second day. You must attend both days of class to receive your Babysitting Completion Card and Certificate. R Registration is open June 13-July10. 6
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Featured program
Grades 9-12
ER Graphic Novel Creator's Club Monday, June 15, 2-3 pm Grades 6-12. Create your own graphic novel, comic or manga. Learn about all the elements needed to design your own comic strip or book. At the end of Summer Reading Program all the selected panels created will be compiled into a book for the library's collection. Each meeting explores a different subject. R
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Crafternoon Friday, June 26, 2-4 pm Grades 6-12. Sign up for some DIY craft time. There are project samples and freedom to create. R
DIY Lab: Custom Headphones Thursday, May 21, 7-8 pm Join us to create custom earbuds using embroidery floss, beads, and more! All materials provided. R
Grades 9-12 Calling all heroes! Will you accept the challenge? Test your powers this summer with the “Every Hero has a Story” Summer Reading Program! Read all summer to win great prizes, plus get a FREE COPY of your required high school summer reading book just for signing up!
Photography Contest June 13-August 8 Take your best photo based on our Summer Reading Program, “Every Hero Has a Story.” Email your photo to teens@itpld.org and we will post it on the library’s Facebook page. The photo with the most Facebook likes at the end of the contest wins a prize. High School Book Club: The Young Elites by Marie Lu Thursday, June 11, 7-8 pm Grades 9-12. After a deadly blood fever swept through Adelina Amouteru’s nation a decade before, leaving Adelina and many of the children who survived with strange markings, it was rumored they possessed more than just scars. While their identities were kept secret, they became known as the “Young Elites.” Pick up your free copy of the book at the second floor desk beginning April 24. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. R
Three Ways to Volunteer @ Your Library
Grades 6-12 Volunteer to register children for our Summer Reading Program and hand out prizes. Volunteers work one two-hour shift a week. To become a volunteer, pick up an application at the Kids Desk or apply online at itpld.org on the kids page, and attend ONE MANDATORY training session. Applications must be turned in by May 31 to be considered. R
R = registration required | NR = no registration
Applications for all volunteer opportunities are available at www.itpld.org/teens. Peer Tutoring Looking for a way to share your knowledge? Join the Indian Trails Public Library Peer Tutoring Program. For any class you completed with a grade of “B” or better, you are eligible to be a tutor for that class.
High School Advisory Board Make your voice heard! Join the library’s High School Advisory Board and help to plan teen events and work on special projects. Meetings begin in September.
Special Projects Volunteers Are you a great writer, a music expert, or an awesome artist? Maybe you take amazing pictures, have stellar computer skills, or can make cool videos. Whatever your talents, you can use them at the library! 7
Digital Connections: Computer Classes for Your Life OFFICE PRODUCTIVITY Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010
Monday, May 4, 2-3:30 pm Intended for beginners, this class introduces you to the ribbon menu and shows you how to create and edit text. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills required. R
Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2010
Wednesday, May 13, 7-8:30 pm Intended for beginners, this class teaches you how to create a basic spreadsheet using some of the most important tools in Excel. R
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2010
Monday, May 18, 2-3:30 pm Learn to make creative slide presentations for work and home. R
BEGINNERS COMPUTER BOOT CAMP PART 1: Basic Skills
Monday, June 8, 7-8:30 pm Learn proper mouse techniques, how to use the keyboard and other useful skills. No computer knowledge required. R
PART 2: The Internet
Monday, June 15, 7-8:30 pm Learn everything you need to know about safely using the Internet. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills required. R
PART 3: Email
Monday, June 22, 7-8:30 pm What is email? What is the best free email provider? How do I avoid spam? Learn all this and more in the last installment of our boot camp. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills required. R
Introduction to Windows 8.1
Wednesday, May 27, 7-8:30 pm Learn how to use the new Start menu, access the desktop and other tricks and short cuts that make this new operating system fun to use. R
LIFESTYLE Smartphones and Tablets
Monday, May 11, 10-11:30 am Have you purchased or are you thinking of getting your first Android Smartphone or tablet and don’t know where to begin? We’ll show you how to figure out the basics of your device. You may bring your own device, but one is not required. R
Chromebooks and Android Devices
Thursday, June 11, 10-11:30 am Have you purchased or are you thinking of getting your first Chromebook or Android device and don’t know where to begin? We’ll show you how to figure out the basics of your device. You may bring your own device, but one is not required. R
Internet Safety Basics
Wednesday, June 17, 7-8:30 pm You need more than anti-virus protection to stay safe while surfing the Web. Learn a few tricks to keep your information protected while working in the virtual world. R
Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2010
Wednesday, June 3, 7-8:30 pm Learn how to create charts and graphs and link data from multiple spreadsheets. A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel 2010 is required. R
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Featured program
Adult Programs ASIAN PACIFIC HERITAGE MONTH
Piano and Cello Duo Classical and Korean Music Tuesday, May 12, 2-3 pm Pianist Jimin Yun and cellist Yoo-Jung Chang perform classical music based on the folk style of Germany, Eastern Europe and Korea. R
Shirley Temple by Susan Benjamin
Tuesdays: May 5 & June 2, 6:30-8:30 pm Share your work with other writers in a supportive atmosphere. R
Tuesdays: May 12 & June 9, 10-11 am Learn about public benefits available to you from a village representative. Information, forms and other resources regarding services for residents will be available. For more information, contact the Human Services Department at the Village of Wheeling, 847.459.2606.
Every Hero has a Story Summer Reading Program
A Musical Monday: Maureen Christine
Alcott Center, 533 Bernard Dr. Monday, May 18, 2-3 pm Maureen Christine performs songs by Las Vegas’ great headliners such as Celine Dion, Bette Midler, Frank Sinatra and others. R
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Thursday, May 14, 7-8:30 pm Learn about classical, folk and Bollywood Indian dances from the Deeva Dance Company. A history and meaning of the dances are discussed along with a demonstration of key moves and steps. R
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Tuesday, May 5, 2-3 pm Richard Klein revisits the era of MGM’s top movies such as Meet Me in St. Louis, and Singing in the Rain, along with movie clips. R
Wheeling Pavilion Center, 199 N. First St. Friday, May 8, 12-1 pm Join us for a Mother’s Day celebration featuring favorite songs from the 1950s and 1960s sung by Peter Miletic. R
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Part I: Thursday, May 14, 2-3 pm Part II: Thursday, June 4, 2-3 pm At the age of three, adorable and precocious Shirley Temple helped lift people's spirits during the Great Depression. In this two-part program, video clips show her most memorable performances and her unusual personal life. Co-sponsored with the Buffalo Grove Park District and Wheeling Senior Pavilion. R
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Adult Programs Best Seat in the House: Diary of a Wrigley Field Usher
Wednesday, May 20, 2-3 pm Bruce Bohrer discusses his new book, Best Seat in the House: Diary of a Wrigley Field Usher, about his nine seasons as an usher at Wrigley Field, the patrons, cheers of the crowd and their beloved Cubs. A book signing follows the discussion. R
The Heroes and History of Israel by Rabbi Barry Schechter Monday, June 1, 2-3 pm Rabbi Schecter talks about the heroes who infiltrated the Syrian government in Israel’s 1969 Six-Day War. R
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Wheeling Pavilion Center, 199 N. First St. Tuesday, June 2, 1-2 pm* Stan Polin looks at today's medical technology and examines whether our assassinated presidents could have been saved. R * Earlier starting time.
Puzzle Exchange
Saturday, June 6, 2-3 pm All ages. Bring your gently-used adult and children's jigsaw puzzles and exchange them for “new” ones on the day of the exchange. Please, no puzzles with missing pieces. NR
Klezmer Music with Duo Controverso
Wednesday, June 10, 2-3 pm Klezmer Duo Controverso harpest Annette Bjorling with Kurt Bjorling on clarinet and basset horn perform lively dance tunes and poetic melodies interpreting traditional eastern European Jewish melodies. Co-sponsored with the Chicago YIVO Society. R
What's New with Succulents?
Wednesday, June 10, 7-8:30 pm In observance of National Garden Week, Jennifer Brennan from Chalet Nursery in Wilmette, discusses the latest trends in succulents. Sponsored by the Wheeling and Buffalo Grove garden clubs. NR
Airborne Heroes on D-Day
Wednesday, June 17, 2-3 pm Author Robert Mueller returns to discuss heroes of D-Day focusing on the men of the U.S. 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions. R
The Creation of 1776 with Charles Troy
Tuesday, June 23, 2-3 pm Charles Troy discusses this one-of-a-kind 1969 Broadway musical and the history of a man with a dream, pop songwriter Sherman Edwards. R
Genealogy Genealogy Interest Group
Thursday, May 7 & June 4, 3-4:30 pm Looking for information about your ancestors? Explore the library’s databases and websites that may offer the breakthrough you’re looking for. These hands-on sessions are informal and suitable for beginners and experienced researchers. A staff librarian will be available for assistance. R 10
Genealogy: Chicago Vital Records Online
Tuesday, May 26, 7-8:30 pm Speaker Dan Niemiec provides up-to-date information about Chicago birth, marriage and death records online, explaining how to obtain those that are free, and also those that require a fee. R
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Hamburger Culinary Demonstration
Thursday, June 25, 7-8:30 pm David Esau, local chef and owner of Dave’s Specialty Foods, shows you how to cook three types of hamburgers (vegetarian included) to celebrate this favorite American summertime food. R
Author Jami Attenberg
Wednesday, June 24, 7-8:30 pm A native of Buffalo Grove, Jami Attenberg reads from her newest novel, Saint Mazie, about the bighearted and bawdy proprietress of The Venice, a New York City movie theater located in the Bowery neighborhood. Attenberg is the author of several short stories and The Middlesteins, which was a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Fiction. A book signing follows the program. Refreshments served. Co-sponsored with the Vernon Area Public Library District. R
A Musical Mondays: Alex Talbott
Alcott Center, 533 Bernard Dr. Buffalo Grove Monday, June 29, 2-3 pm Alex Talbott presents songs that will have you swaying in your chairs and tapping your toes. R
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Adult Programs
Morning Book Discussion
ESL Classes
Join Louise Bobker for lively discussions. Pick up books one month before the program in the Holds Room. R
The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt
Tuesday, May 19, 10:30-11:45 am Taken in by a wealthy family friend after surviving an accident that killed his mother, 13-year-old Theo Decker tries to adjust to life on Park Avenue.
Evening Book Discussion You bring the conversation, we’ll bring the cookies! Pick up books one month before the program in the Holds Room. R
What is Visible by Kimberly Elkins ESL Conversation Class Practice English conversation and learn new words, idioms and common expressions. R
Beginning ESL Learn basic words to describe family, home, food and other simple phrases. R
Intermediate ESL Learn simple phrases for shopping, interviews and getting around. Practice what you learn through activities and games. R
Advanced ESL Learn idioms, phrasal verbs, metaphors and similes. Practice what you learn using material from books, movies and radio. R
APRIL 6-JUNE 19 (Spring continuing)
Registration is accepted in any ongoing class as long as class is not full. No class Monday, May 25.
Class
Date
Time
Beginning ESL
Mondays & Fridays: May 1-June 19
10:30 am-12 pm
Intermediate ESL
Mondays & Wednesdays: May 4-June 17
1-2:30 pm
Intermediate ESL
Tuesdays & Thursdays: May 5-June 18
7-8:30 pm
Advanced ESL
Tuesdays & Thursdays: May 5-June 18
1-2:30 pm
Conversation
Fridays: May1-June 19
1-2:30 pm
Wednesday, May 6, 7-8 pm After an illness at the age of two, Laura loses all of her senses except touch. While at the Perkins Institute in Boston, she learns to spell with her hands and becomes famous after meeting Charles Dickens and the young Helen Keller. R
Nuevo Club de Lectores (en español)
Bibliotecaria Jenny Reid lleva el nuevo club de lectores en español. Recoja los libros un mes antes del programa en la sala de pedidos en el primer piso. Se prefiere inscripción.
Volar sobre el pantano por Carlos Cuauhtémoc Sánchez
sábado, 30 de mayo, 1-2:30 pm Debatiremos la clásica obra de superación personal Volar sobre el pantano por Carlos Cuauhtémoc Sánchez. Se trata de temas como el maltrato familiar, alcoholismo, violación, y peleas y demuestra como los protagonistas pueden superar estos retos difíciles.
Los Inventores por Joshua Davis
sábado, 27 de junio, 1-2:30 pm ¿Ha visto Ud. la recien película Spare Parts? Este mes vamos a leer el libro de la cual la película está basada, Los Inventores. Trata de cuatro chicos mexicanos indocumentados que entran una competición para crear un robot y todos los retos que superan para demostrar su inteligencia y amor para los EEUU.
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PROGRAM REGISTRATION Online: www.itpld.org In person: At any service desk By phone: Youth 847.459.4100 ext. 316 High School & Adult 847.459.4100 ext. 253 REFERENCE SERVICES Youth 847.459.4100 ext. 316 High School & Adult 847.459.4100 ext. 312 R = registration required; NR = no registration; TR = free tickets distributed 30 minutes before program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Kids Desk.
Photos may be taken during events. BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES President: Wally Salganik Vice President: Louise Barnett Treasurer: Don Roalkvam Secretary: W. Gene Looft Trustees: Mary Battinus Mary Christel Henry Hackney Jr. LIBRARY DIRECTOR Brian Shepard The Indian Trails Public Library District Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:15 pm. The meeting is open to the public. DESIGN: Aleksandra Terlik | Urszula Gorzkowski LIBRARY AND BRANCH CLOSINGS Memorial Day: Monday, May 25 CONNECT WITH US THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA
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New at the library Creativity and fun shine with new items in Youth Services Two new additions to the youth department – a light table and ipad table – offer children and parents new experiences in learning through creativity and fun. The light table is an illuminated play surface where children can explore colors, letters and other discoveries that promote early literacy skills. X-rays and agate slices are available for learning about the natural world. The ipad table has four full-sized ipads pre-loaded with books and literacy apps and games that encourage reading, writing, singing, talking and playing for ages seven and younger. The light table was a gift from the Children’s Advocates.
Telescope for celestial viewing available for check out Starry nights come into focus when you check out the library’s telescope. A gift from the Lake County Astronomical Society, the Orion Starblast telescope can be checked out for one week from the Information Desk on the first floor by Indian Trails library cardholders, 18 years and older, only. Prior to checking out the telescope, members will watch a brief instructional video and sign a borrower’s agreement.
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Credit card payments for fees now accepted at all check out stations. MasterCard, Discover, Visa and American Express accepted.