MY LIBRARY | January • February • March 2024 by ITPLD

January • February • March 2024

MY LIBRARY

Registration for most January, February and March programs opens on December 15 at 9 am.

MIKHAÏL PLETNEV CONDUCTS GLAZUNOV AND TCHAIKOVSKY — WITH JANINE JANSEN Friday, January 19, 2-3 pm Join us to watch the Medici.tv recording of Mikhaïl Pletnev and the Verbier Festival Orchestra at the 2017 Verbier Festival with a concert dedicated to Russian composers. R

THE WORLD OF VALUABLE STRING INSTRUMENTS

OBOC is a partnership with Vernon Area Public Library and Cook Memorial Library. Registration for all OBOC programs begins December 1. For more information, visit 1book.org.

ABOUT THE BOOK Growing up Black in rural North Carolina, Ray McMillian’s life is already mapped out. But Ray has a gift and a dream–he’s determined to become a world-class professional violinist, and nothing will stand in his way. Not his mother, not that he can’t afford a violin suitable to his talents; not even the racism inherent in the world of classical music. R

ONE BOOK, ONE COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE Sunday, December 10, 12-2 pm Stop by the library’s kick-off event in celebration of this year’s One Book, One Community series and pick up a complimentary copy of The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb, while supplies last. Additional copies will be available for checkout. NR

MORNING & EVENING BOOK DISCUSSIONS Tuesdays: January 9 or 23, 10:30-11:30 am Thursday, February 1, 7-8 pm Registration and book pick up begins December 1. See page 13 for more details about The Violin Conspiracy. R

RACISM AND GENERATIONAL WEALTH Monday, January 15, 6:30-8 pm Professor Omari H. Swinton of Howard University presents a lecture about racism’s influence on generational wealth and the reverse. R

MOVIE | THE RED VIOLIN (1998) Tuesday, January 16, 5:30-8:30 pm A red-colored violin inspires passion, making its way through three centuries over several owners and countries, eventually ending up at an auction where it may find a new owner. Rated R for some sexuality. There will be an informal, 30 minute discussion time following the movie. R

Monday, February 5, 7-8 pm Erin Cano of the Music Institute of Chicago (MIC) presents the world of valuable string instruments and their uniqueness. The world has many odd nuances regarding the ownership of instruments made by Stradivarius and Guarneri. MIC has ties to local instrument dealers such as Bein & Fushi, located in one of the nation’s “hubs” of string making—Chicago. R

CLASSICAL VIOLIN PERFORMANCE Saturday, February 10, 2-3 pm Roosevelt University violin graduate student Hyacinth Percell performs a collection of pieces by composers including Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev, Schoenberg and Coleridge-Taylor. R

MOVIE | JANINE JANSEN: FALLING FOR STRADIVARI (2021) Friday, February 23, 2-4 pm Dutch virtuoso Janine Jansen and Royal Opera director Sir Antonio Pappano embark on a journey to record an album on 12 of the world’s greatest Stradivari violins. This film is not rated but is suitable for all ages. There will be an informal, 30 minute discussion time following the movie. R

BRENDAN SLOCUMB AUTHOR EVENT Sunday, February 25, 1-2 pm Stevenson High School, West Auditorium 1 Stevenson Dr., Lincolnshire Brendan Slocumb shares the inspiration behind The Violin Conspiracy. To kick off the program, enjoy live string music performed by students from the Libertyville High School orchestra. Additionally, copies of Brendan’s books will be available for purchase at the event, courtesy of the Book Bin of Northbrook. The event is free. Registration is required at 1book.org. In-person or Zoom The Violin Conspiracy can be purchased at: The Book Bin 1151 Church Street, Northbrook 847.498.4999 bookbinnorthbrook.indielite.org

The Indian Trails Branch 99 E. Palatine Rd., Prospect Heights, is a vibrant space with a neighborhood feel, located behind McDonald’s, north of Palatine Road. The Branch houses a diverse collection of popular books, movies and more in English and Spanish.

FAMILY CRAFT FRIDAYS | AT THE BRANCH

ROPE BASKET PROJECT | AT THE BRANCH

Fridays: January 12, February 9 and March 8, 5:30-7 pm

Friday, March 22, 5:30-7 pm

All ages. Create unique seasonal and theme-based projects. Materials provided. While supplies last. NR

Ages 18 and older. Create an attractive and functional lined basket using a cardboard box, rope and fabric. TRB

UV RESIN PENDANTS | AT THE BRANCH

NOCHE DE LOTERÍA/LOTERÍA NIGHT AT THE BRANCH

Friday, January 26, 5:30-7 pm Ages 18 and older. Learn the basics of working with UV resin to create an attractive pendant. TRB

MAKING HERBAL AND FRUIT TEA BLENDS AT THE BRANCH Friday, February 23, 5:30-7 pm Ages 12 and older. Discover the benefits of various tea herbs, fruits and spices used to make tea blends and create your own combinations into tea bags to enjoy at home. TRB

RISE TO THE CHALLENGE 2024 Sign-up starts January 2 Love to read or listen to audiobooks? Sign up for our annual reading program, where adults and high school students challenge themselves to read 20 books in the year 2024. Receive prizes throughout the year as you read and complete reading-related activities, with the chance to win a grand prize. To sign up, visit the Adult Services Desk, create an account online with Beanstack or contact Adult Services, 847.459.4100, ext. 3.

Friday, March 29, 6-7 pm All ages. Join us for a family night of Lotería game. Calling all Damas y Catrines! Juguemos! Gana premios! TRB

Hours at the Branch Monday-Friday 1-8 pm Saturday 10 am-3 pm Sunday Closed

2023 MAKER-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM Our first Maker-in-Residence program was completed this past summer and is now on display outside the Muriel Lischett Reading Room on the second floor of the main library. Our maker, Anastasia Sitnikov, created a wall sculpture with our members, who contributed laser-cut objects that Anastasia weaved into the sculpture. Visit the new art piece next time you’re in the library to learn more about Anastasia’s work.

R = Registration required | NR = No registration | = Attend in-person featuring a virtual speaker or participate remotely. TRB = Ticket registration Branch. Free tickets distributed at the Branch 15 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis.

STORYTIMES

Allow us to partner with you on your child’s early literacy journey. Join our storytimes for a variety of activities tailored to your child’s age group.

NIGHT OWLS

DATE

TIME

Ages 3-7 with a caregiver. Not quite ready for bed? Relax with stories, songs and literacy activities. TR

Thursdays: January 11, February 8 and March 7

6:30-7 pm

BABY TIME

Fridays: January 12 & 26, February 9 & 23 and March 8 & 22

10-10:30 am

Fridays: January 12 & 26, February 9 & 23 and March 8 & 22

10:45-11:15 am

Tuesdays: January 16 & 30, February 13 & 27 and March 12 & 26

10-10:30 am or 10:45-11:15 am

Fridays: January 19, February 2 & 16 and March 1, 15 & 29

10-10:30 am

Fridays: January 19, February 2 & 16 and March 1, 15 & 29

11-11:30 am

Thursday, March 21

10-10:45 am or 11-11:45 am

Infants and crawlers with a caregiver. Stories, songs and fingerplays. TR

WONDERFUL WALKERS Walkers - 24 months with a caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities. TR

NOISY TIME Ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Explore the world around us with stories, rhymes and lots of music and movement. TR

TODDLER STORYTIME Ages 2-3 with a caregiver. Start your day with books, rhymes and songs. TR

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Boost early literacy skills with books, movement and songs. TR

LET’S MAKE SOME MUSIC Ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Feel the beat as we explore music, try instruments and make an instrument to take home. TR

SUPER SATURDAY Exciting family-friendly performances every third Saturday of the month in the Lake-Cook Room.

FILM SCREENING AND ACTIVITY RED: A CRAYON’S ASL STORY

NORTH CENTRAL O GAUGERS MODEL TRAIN RUN

Saturday, January 20, 11-12 pm Ages 5 and older with a caregiver. Enjoy a 20-minute storybook film with an American Sign Language performance, a game show and an ASL lesson about colors. An in-person activity and discussion will follow the screening. TR

Saturday, February 17, 9 am-3 pm All ages. Join us for a special all-day event featuring the North Central O Gaugers Carnival and Circus themed model railroad run. Learn about the railroad’s impact on American history and the tradition of toy trains. NR

Indian Trails Public Library District | January • February • March 2024

MAGIC OF GARY KANTOR Saturday, March 16, 1:30-2:15 pm Ages 5 and older with a caregiver. Watch a thrilling magic show by Gary Kantor. Enjoy vanishing acts, mind-reading illusions and a variety of tricks that will have the audience rolling on the floor with laughter. TR

YOUTH

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December 1, 2023 – January 31, 2024 Ages birth-Grade 8. Don’t let your prize melt away. Bring your completed log to the Youth Services Desk at the main library or Branch by January 31 to pick up your prize book.

FAMILY LEGO® CLUB

CHILDREN’S YOGA SESSION Saturday, January 6, 10-10:45 am Grades K-5. Join yoga instructor Vidya Nahar for a session of movement and mindfulness. Yoga mats will be available; feel free to bring your own towel. A signed waiver is required to participate in the yoga class. Waivers provided. R

CLOUD INVESTIGATION Tuesday, January 9, 4-5 pm Grades K-2. It’s raining, it’s pouring... wait, how did that happen? Discover how clouds form and why rain falls with hands-on science activities. TR

CHAT & PLAY CAFE Mondays: January 15 & 29, February 12 & 26 and March 11 & 25, 10-10:45 am Ages birth-24 months with a caregiver. Come for unstructured playtime for you and baby. Enjoy coffee, a sweet treat and conversation while the little ones socialize and play. TR

ADOPT YOUR OWN PET ROCK Monday, January 22, 4-4:45 pm Ages 4-7 with a caregiver. Join us for stories about pet rocks, then decorate your own rock and paper house to take home. TR

SNOW MUCH FUN Friday, January 26, 6-6:30 pm Ages 3 and older with a caregiver. Celebrate Blizzard of Books, our Winter Reading Challenge, with a short movie followed by a snowy snack and craft. TR

Tuesdays: January 30, February 27 and March 26, 6:30-7:30 pm Ages 5 and older with a caregiver. Bring your imagination and create something unique with Legos. Later, check out our Padlet or share what you’ve made at home and we’ll display it online for others to see. TR

CLOTHING SWAP (0-24 MONTHS) Thursday, February 1, 10-11 am Parents and caregivers have the opportunity to bring gently used, stain-free, recently washed, preemie to 2T sized clothes and shoes for our special clothing swap. Drop-off is scheduled between 9-10 am on the day of the event, as we cannot accommodate items beforehand due to storage limitations. NR

A TASTE OF WINTER TREATS Tuesday, February 6, 4-5 pm Grades K-2. Explore new and favorite flavors in this hands-on cooking program. Ingredients provided. TR

CHESS CLUB Tuesday, February 6, 6-7 pm Grades 3-8. Discover chess moves, strategies, and checkmate techniques with the guidance of National Chess Masters Arjun & Gauri Manoj from Glenview Chess. All experience levels welcome. Materials provided. R

CREATE YOUR OWN STORY Thursday, February 8, 4-5 pm Grades K-2. Unleash your creativity by making your own story. Using a blank book, you can draw, brainstorm and enjoy snacks in a relaxed environment. R

R = Registration required | NR = No registration TR = Ticket registration. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Youth Services Desk.

YOUTH KIDS IN THE KITCHEN: LOVELY TREATS

GOT SCIENCE? NON-NEWTONIAN FLUIDS

Monday, February 12, 4-5 pm Grades 3-5. We'll provide all the ingredients for you to create and enjoy delicious treats inspired by love and mythology. R

Thursday, March 28, 2-3 pm Grades 3-5. Make ooblek and learn about non-Newtonian fluids. Dress to get messy. R

WINTER-FUL CRAFTS Thursday, February 22, 6:30-7:30 pm Grades K-5. Celebrate the season with activities and crafts for all skill levels. TR

CREATE LIKE THE MASTERS: EXEKIAS Thursday, February 29, 4-5 pm Grades 3-5. Learn about Exekias' artwork and create your own masterpiece. Dress to get messy. R

Register and pick up your free book while supplies last. Read the book and join us for a discussion on the day of the program. Books provided by the Helen N. Morrow Trust.

PERSONALIZED PAPER Tuesday, March 5, 4:30-6 pm Grades 3-5. Experience recycling firsthand. Bring used paper, feathers, leaves, flowers and seeds, or use some of ours, to create new paper from old. R

Grades K&1

K9 READING BUDDIES Monday, March 11, 4-5 pm Grades 1-5. Read a story to a licensed therapy dog in the library. Siblings and caregivers are asked to wait outside the reading room during the program. A signed waiver is required to participate. Waivers provided. R

EVERYTHING IS AWESOME LEGO MOVIE EVENT Friday, March 22, 6-8 pm Ages 3 and older with a caregiver. Join Emmet, Wyldstyle and Unikitty on their mission to save the world. This interactive movie experience includes props, bubbles, snacks and crafts. Rated PG for rude humor and mild action. TR

LIBRARY SCAVENGER HUNT: BINGO EDITION Tuesday, March 26, 2-3 pm Grades K-2. Be on the lookout for specific items around the library. Get five marks in a row on your game sheet to complete this bingo-themed activity. TR

SPRING BREAK CRAFTAPALOOZA! Wednesday, March 27, 3-3:45 pm Ages 5 and older. Get crafty over spring break with this hodgepodge program. An assortment of supplies will be provided. Crafts are suited for different skill levels. TR

Indian Trails Public Library District | January • February • March 2024

CHAPTER ONE BOOK CLUB

Registration for the April 16 book club opens on March 19.

DISCUSSION. ACTIVITIES. SNACKS.

DONUT FEED THE SQUIRRELS BY MIKA SONG Tuesday, January 23, 4-5 pm Book pick up begins November 21. Norma and Belly have discovered something wonderful...donuts. Can these determined squirrels navigate the obstacles and get their paws on a delicious treat? R

SPARKLY GEMS BY DK PUBLISHING Tuesday, February 20, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins January 23. Where do gems come from? Discover pearls of wisdom in this non-fiction reader. R

THE KID AND THE CHAMELEON BY SHERI MABRY Tuesday, March 19, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins February 20. When Tessy meets Newton the chameleon, she wants to be best friends. But kids and chameleons have different ideas about what’s fun. R

Grades 2&3

Registration for

PAPERBACK PALS the April 10 book club opens on March 13. BOOK CLUB

Grades 4&5

BOOKWORMS BOOK CLUB

Registration for the April 1 book club opens on March 4.

DISCUSSION. ACTIVITIES. SNACKS.

J.D. AND THE GREAT BARBER BATTLE BY J. DILLARD

HOLES BY LOUIS SACHAR

Wednesday, January 17, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins November 14. J.D.’s troubles start with a terrible haircut from his mom before the third grade. Fed up with teasing, he starts cutting hair, leading to a rivalry with the local barbershop owner. Who will win the Great Barber Battle? R

WEDNESDAY & WOOF: CATASTROPHE BY SHERRI WINSTON Wednesday, February 14, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins January 17. While Wednesday and Woof the service dog are renowned detectives in their neighborhood, can they successfully locate Mrs. Winter’s cat? This marks the beginning of an enjoyable chapter book series featuring the Midwest’s most skilled detectives. R

THE SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES: THE FIELD GUIDE BY TONY DITERLIZZI Wednesday, March 13, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins February 14. After finding a mysterious, handmade field guide in the attic of the ramshackle mansion they’ve just moved into, siblings Jared, Simon and Mallory discover the magical world of faerie. R

Monday, January 8, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins November 6. Stanley, a boy with bad luck due to a curse placed on his great-great-grandfather, is sent to Camp Green Lake, a juvenile detention camp, for a crime he did not commit. He and the other boys are forced to dig large holes in the dirt daily. Stanley eventually realizes they are digging these holes because the Warden is searching for something. R

HISTORY SMASHERS: THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION BY KATE MESSNER Monday, February 5, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins January 8. Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth behind the Revolutionary War. Smash everything you thought you knew about history. R

KATIE THE CATSITTER BY COLLEEN AF VENABLE Monday, March 4, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins February 5. Katie is dreading the boring summer ahead while her best friends are all away at camp. When Katie gets a job cat-sitting for her mysterious upstairs neighbor, life gets interesting. R

R = Registration required | NR = No registration TR = Ticket registration. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Youth Services Desk.

ROOM

MIDDLE GROUND Grades 6-8 NO SEW PENGUINS Wednesday, January 10, 4:30-5:30 pm Create a cute penguin using socks and other simple supplies. Materials provided. R

MARIO KART LIVE Wednesday, January 31, 4:30-5:30 pm Have you ever wanted to bring an exciting Mario Kart competition into the real world? Work together to build a unique track and race each other using our Nintendo Switch and Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit. R

COOKING 101: RICE KRISPIE TREATS Wednesday, February 7, 4:30-5:30 pm Receive a recipe card case at your first Cooking 101 program and a new recipe card at each future program to recreate treats on your own. Ingredients provided. R

ESCAPE ROOM Friday, March 29, 2-3 pm Put your mind to the test as you work together to solve clues and try to escape the room. Will you find the solution in time? R

MIDDLE SCHOOL

BOOK CLUB

DAUGHTER OF THE DEEP BY RICK RIORDAN Monday, January 22, 7-8 pm Book pickup begins November 27. Ana Dakkar is preparing to complete her first year at a boarding school for aspiring marine scientists when a tragedy reignites tensions with a rival school. R

DIY GEODE BATH BOMBS Wednesday, February 21, 4:30-5:30 pm Level up your self-care routine and learn to make bath bombs that look like crystals. R

FEVER 1793 BY LAURIE HALSE ANDERSON

ENGINEERING CHALLENGE: CUP TOWERS Wednesday, February 28, 4:30-5:30 pm Compete in teams to see who can stack the highest cup towers the fastest. R

Monday, March 25, 7-8 pm Book pickup begins January 22. Disease sweeps the streets of Philadelphia, destroying everything in its path and turning Mattie Cook’s world upside down. At her mother’s insistence, Mattie flees the city with her grandfather. She soon discovers that sickness is everywhere, and Mattie must learn how to survive in a city turned frantic with disease. R

FOAM PAINTING Wednesday, March 6, 4:30-5:30 pm Create a unique piece of art using foam paint. R

CROSSOVER Grades 6-12

ANIME CLUB

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS

Tuesdays: January 9, February 13 and March 12, 7-8 pm Watch anime, vote on what to watch next time and make new friends. R

Tuesdays: January 23, February 27 and March 19, 7-8 pm If you're an expert or just starting out, join us for some D&D. Bring your own character sheet or pick up a pre-made one at the door. R

Indian Trails Public Library District | January • February • March 2024

HIGH SCHOOL Grades 9-12 VOLUNTEER KITS

PLANT & PAINT

Tuesday, January 2 Mondays: February 5 and March 4 Bag pickup 9 am-9 pm Complete and return a volunteer craft kit by the end of the month to count towards one hour of community service. Pick up and drop off at the Adult Services Desk. R

Wednesday, March 13, 7-8 pm Ready for spring? Decorate a terracotta pot and plant a fresh cutting to grow your own houseplant. R

VOLUNTEER TRAINING Mondays: January 8, February 12 and March 11, 7-8 pm Learn to operate library software and review the requirements to become a library volunteer. R

POTATO CHIP TASTE TESTING Thursday, March 14, 7-8 pm Discover which potato chip reigns supreme in this battle royale. Try different flavors and vote for your favorite. R

CANDLE HOLDER Wednesday, March 20, 7-8:30 pm Using recyclable materials, create a one-of-a-kind candle holder. R

Monday, January 15, 7-8 pm Create your own festive gnome friend. With a little creativity, socks can be transformed into cozy creatures. R

CARDBOARD TABLE LAMP Thursday, January 25, 7-8:30 pm Using everyday objects found around the house make a unique lamp. R

ESCAPE ROOM Monday, February 5, 7-8 pm Use clues and solve puzzles to find your way out of a locked room. R

FAUX CAKE CRAFT Thursday, February 15, 7-8 pm Craft your very own fake dessert with foam, sponges, plaster and acrylic paints. R

CUSTOM WALL CLOCK Thursday, February 29, 7-8 pm Learn how to make a unique custom wall clock. R

HIGH SCHOOL

BOOK CLUB

SWEET AND BITTER MAGIC BY ADRIENNE TOOLEY Wednesday, January 17, 7-8 pm Registration and book pickup begins October 23 at the Adult Services Desk. Tamsin is the most powerful witch of her generation. But after committing the worst magical sin, she’s exiled by the ruling Coven and cursed with the inability to love. R

THE FEAR BY NATASHA PRESTON Monday, March 18, 7-8 pm Registration and book pickup begins January 18 at the Adult Services Desk. Isn’t it just a stupid meme circulating around town where people repost, sharing their biggest fear? When Izzy’s classmates start dying, she knows it’s no joke. R Receive two hours of volunteer time for reading and attending a book club program.

R = Registration required

LAUNCH PAD Makerspace RAINBOW WATERCOLOR PET PORTRAITS Friday, January 12, 4-5 pm Ages 18 and older. Create a unique pet portrait using a tracing method and watercolor paints. Bring a photo of your pet on a thumb drive or email us your photo before the program at digitalmaker@itpld.org. R Are you a creative, crafty person? Do you like sharing your love of creating art with others? Apply for ITPLD’s paid 2024 Maker-in-Residence summer program. Teach your craft to our members and create a piece of art to be displayed inside the library. Visit itpld.org/maker_in_residence. Applications are due February 5.

CUSTOMIZED COASTERS Friday, January 12, 5:30-7 pm | Ages 12-18 Friday, January 19, 5:30-7 pm | Ages 18 and older Customize a coaster using our sublimation printer and heat press. R

PAPER CRAFTING HAPPY HOUR SNOWFLAKE STRING ART Thursday, January 4, 6:30-8 pm | Ages 12 and older Tuesday, January 9, 1:30-3 pm | Ages 18 and older Monday, January 15, 1:30-3 pm | Ages 18 and older Make a winter wall hanging with string and carpentry nails. R

Tuesdays: January 16 and March 12, 5:30-7:30 pm and Thursday, February 8, 5:30-7:30 pm Ages 12 and older. Explore crafting tools like the Sizzix die cutter and embosser, sticker maker, stamp supplies and punches. Use them to enhance your projects or discover a new tool during this open crafting session. R

STITCH TOGETHER MEET-UP

JEWELRY MAKING EXTRAVAGANZA

Mondays: January 8, February 12 and March 4, 1-3 pm Wednesdays: January 17, February 21 and March 13, 6-8 pm Ages 12 and older. If your craft of choice uses needles or hooks, this group is for you. Bring your knit, crochet, embroidery, or cross stitch projects already in progress to work and chat with others. R

Wednesdays: January 24, February 7 and March 6, 4-5:30 pm Ages 12 and older. Learn jewelry making techniques using our collection of beads and jewelry supplies to create a unique piece to take home. R

WATERCOLOR PAINTING: SIMPLE LANDSCAPE Wednesday, January 10, 3-4 pm Ages 18 and older. Beginner friendly. Learn watercolor techniques to paint a simple monochrome landscape. Materials provided. R

SEW NEW: BEGINNER EDITION Thursdays: January 11 or February 22, 6-7:30 pm and Monday, March 25, 6-7:30 pm Ages 14 and older. Have you ever tried using a sewing machine, or has it been a while since you last used one? Visit the Launch Pad and let us introduce you to our digital Janome Magnolia 7330 sewing machines. We’ll walk you through the features and help you get started. R

MY GROWN UP AND ME: LET IT SNOW Thursday, January 25, 10-10:45 am or 11:15 am-12 pm Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Play and make fun snow projects without the cold. Katie will join us with songs and a story. TR

MY GROWN UP AND ME: LITTLE CHEFS Thursday, February 22, 10-10:45 am or 11:15 am-12 pm Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Stir up some fun with storytime followed by hands-on cooking of a related recipe. TR

Register for only one session of multiple session programs (excluding Paper Crafting Happy Hour, Stitch Together Meet-Up and Jewelry Making Extravaganza programs). Duplicate registrations will be canceled.

Indian Trails Public Library District | January • February • March 2024

SEASONAL PAINT ALONG: WINTER EDITION

FAUX BOOK STACK DECOR

Saturday, January 27, 2-4 pm Ages 14 and older. Artist and instructor Amber Rubio teaches us to paint a beautiful winter landscape featuring a colorful aurora borealis filled sky. R

Friday, February 9, 6:30-8 pm | Ages 12 and older Tuesday, February 13, 1:30-3 pm | Ages 18 and older Monday, February 19, 1:30-3 pm | Ages 18 and older Decorate your space with a personalized faux book stack. R

PERSONALIZED PUB GLASSES

ORIGAMI WITH CREATIVEBUG

Friday, January 26, 5:30-6:30 pm Ages 12 and older. Use Inkscape to design text to engrave onto a glass. Pick up your personalized pub glass after participating. R

Friday, February 23, 5:30-6:30 pm Ages 12 and older. Build a simple origami house with Creativebug, a video library of tutorials for DIY creators. Learn how to access this e-resource remotely with an ITPLD card. R

FELT CONVERSATION HEARTS

SPECKLED EGG VASES

Tuesday, January 30, 6-7:30 pm Grades 6-12. Make felt conversation hearts to gift or keep for yourself. R

Wednesday, March 6, 1:30-3 pm | Ages 18 and older Monday, March 11, 1:30-3 pm | Ages 18 and older Tuesday, March 26, 6:30-8 pm | Ages 12 and older Celebrate spring with DIY speckled egg vases. R

C.S.I. BOOK CLUB Books are provided by the Helen N. Morrow Trust.

HOW TO DO NOTHING: RESISTING THE ATTENTION ECONOMY BY JENNY ODELL Monday, February 12, 6-7 pm Book pickup begins January 8 in The Launch Pad. Ages 14 and older. In a world filled with addictive technology and constant data demands, it can seem impossible to escape. In this inspiring field guide to dropping out of the attention economy, artist and critic Jenny Odell shows us how to reclaim our lives. R

SUBLIMATION TRUCKER HATS Wednesday, January 31, 6-7:30 pm or Fridays: February 16 or March 15, 6-7:30 pm Ages 14 and older. Transfer an image onto a trucker hat using the sublimation printer. R

VALENTINE’S PHONE STANDS Friday, February 2, 5:30-7 pm Ages 12 and older. Use Inkscape to import graphics to laser engrave a customized phone stand for Valentine’s Day. R

INTRODUCTION TO TINKERCAD Friday, March 8, 5:30-6:30 pm Ages 12 and older. Get started with TinkerCAD, a free 3D modeling program. Learn the basics of building with this easy-to-use software. Basic computer skills and a valid, nonschool email address are required. Submit one free 3D print after class. R

SEASONAL PAINT ALONG: SPRING EDITION Saturday, March 16, 2-4 pm Ages 14 and older. Artist and instructor Amber Rubio teaches us to paint a magical spring evening complete with blooming flowers, just in time for the spring equinox. R

SPRING STEAM Monday-Friday, March 25-29, 1-2:30 pm Drop into the Launch Pad to participate in a quick STEAM activity. NR

FINDING THE RIGHT 3D MODEL Friday, March 29, 5:30-6:30 pm Ages 12 and older. Ever wonder where to find files that become 3D-printed objects? We’ll explore Thingiverse.com to find 3D models that are right for you. R

R = Registration required | NR = No registration TR = Ticket registration. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Youth Services Desk.

ADULT

Tuesday, January 23, 2-3:30 pm In the 1960s, in Detroit, MI, Motown Records produced musical hits with the same level of efficiency that the Ford Motor Company used to produce cars. It was the “Sound of Young America” sung by performers like The Supremes, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder. Trace their amazing musical journey. R

WRITERS WORKSHOP

COLLAGE FOR THE NEW YEAR ADULT CRAFT

Tuesdays: January 2, February 6 and March 5, 6:30-8:45 pm Ages 18 and older. Share your work with others in a supportive atmosphere at this monthly community writers group led by author Ginnie Foley. R

Tuesday, January 16, 2-3 pm Art therapist Terri Gregory will present the components and impact of art therapy, with time for a reflective art experience using collages. R

YOGA

TRY MODERN SQUARE DANCING

Thursdays: January 4 and March 7, 2-3 pm Vidya Nahar of Vyayam will speak about the benefits and history of yoga, then lead a yoga class for all levels of participant experience. A signed waiver is required to participate in the yoga class. Waivers provided. R

Saturday, January 20, 2-3:30 pm Local square dance group, Arlington Squares, introduces modern square dancing. Music varies from pop to rock and anything with a beat. Exercise your brain and crush your step goal while making new friends. No partner necessary. Casual attire and comfortable shoes are suggested. A signed waiver is required to participate. Waivers provided. R

THE HISTORY OF M*A*S*H Monday, January 8, 2-3:30 pm There is no question that M*A*S*H is one of the greatest TV shows of all time. Although it was set during the Korean War, this unforgettable program was actually helping Americans explore their feelings about the war in Vietnam. Historian Barry Bradford discusses the history of the show, the performers and the legacy of M*A*S*H. R

SELECTED RADIO SHOWS Sunday, January 21, 2-3 pm The Lake County Radio Players present classic radio plays, including selections from Stan Freberg and “Burns and Allen.” R

PAINT AND STEEP TEA Wednesdays: January 24, February 28 and March 27, 6-8 pm Join us for a monthly painting program with teaching artist Susie Speck. Each session offers a different painting challenge that will surprise you when you arrive. This program is reserved for adult ITPLD cardholders only. R

Indian Trails Public Library District | January • February • March 2024

RISE & READ MORNING

MEMORY CAFE Thursdays: January 25, February 22 and March 28, 2-3 pm OFFSITE-Buffalo Grove Alcott Center, 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo Grove If you or a loved one are experiencing memory loss, you are invited to join us for activities and socialization at Memory Café meetings at the Alcott Center. For questions, please contact Adult Services Desk at 847.459.4100, extension 3. R

INTRODUCTION TO MEDICARE

INTRODUCTION TO MEDICARE Tuesday, January 30, 2-3:30 pm Bob Kerr, Senior Health Insurance Program Coordinator with Wheeling Township, explains the options to maximize your Medicare coverage and how and when to make changes to your existing coverage. Q&A will follow the presentation. R

TEST PROCTORING Do you have an upcoming test that requires a proctoring location? The library is here to help with access to a private study room and a computer. This service is by appointment only. For more information visit itpld.info/test-proctoring.

BOOK DISCUSSIONS Call the library to register and reserve a copy of the book for pickup at the hold shelf or drive-up window. Register for one session only.

THE VIOLIN CONSPIRACY BY BRENDAN SLOCUMB Tuesdays: January 9 or 23, 10:30-11:30 am Part of the One Book, One Community program. Registration and book pickup begins December 1. Growing up Black in rural North Carolina, Ray McMillian’s life is already mapped out. But Ray has a gift and a dream–he’s determined to become a world-class professional violinist, and nothing will stand in his way. Not his mother, not the fact that he can’t afford a violin, not even the racism inherent in the world of classical music. R

ETERNAL BY LISA SCOTTOLINE Tuesdays: February 13 or 27, 10:30-11:30 am Registration and book pickup begins January 9. Elisabetta, Marco and Sandro grow up as the best of friends. Their friendship blossoms to love, with both Sandro and Marco hoping to win Elisabetta’s heart. But in the autumn of 1937, all of that begins to change as Mussolini asserts his power, aligning Italy’s Fascists with Hitler’s Nazis and altering the very laws that govern Rome. R

TRUST BY HERNAN DIAZ Tuesdays: March 12 or 26, 10:30-11:30 am Registration and book pickup begins February 13. Even through the roar and effervescence of the 1920s, everyone in New York has heard of Benjamin and Helen Rask. They have risen to the very top of a world of endless wealth. At what cost have they acquired their immense fortune? This is the mystery at the center of Bonds, a successful 1937 novel that all of New York seems to have read. R

R = Registration required

Monday, March 18, 6:30-8 pm Certified wild mushroom expert Hunter Le Duc introduces spring ephemerals, that appear in spring but disappear by June 1. Learn tips and tricks for identifying morels in the area. R

POLAR BEAR WET FELTING ADULT CRAFT

CITIZENSHIP CLASSES

Wednesday, February 7, 2:30-3:30 pm Join Natasha Lehrer Lewis, owner of Natasha Lehrer Lewis Art, in creating an adorable polar bear in a winter scene with wet felting. R

Thursdays: March 7 - May 23, 6:30-8:15 pm Prepare for your citizenship test in this small online group class. Content includes speaking, reading and writing English, along with U.S. history and civics. Students will receive a textbook to keep. You must attend all classes in the 12-week session. Once registered you will need to pick up your textbook tote bag at the HIAS Skokie office, located at: Goldie Bachmann Luftig Building, Seigle Campus, 5150 W. Golf Rd., 1st Floor, Skokie IL 60077.

TIME WARP: THE GAME SHOW Friday, February 9, 1-3 pm Game show host Eric St. John emcees a Time Warp featuring a wide variety of trivia in a Jeopardy! -style game. R

For questions, contact Adri Arango, HIAS Outreach & Education Specialist, 872.250.1029. R

ADULT SUBSCRIPTION BAG BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR THEME Last day to register is Friday, March 1 by 9 pm Enjoy a customized subscription bag that includes 2 books and themed goodies. Select book interests when registering. While supplies last. R

A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS: ACADEMY AWARD HISTORY Monday, March 4, 7-8 pm It’s time to get red carpet-ready. Join film historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as she presents the history of the Academy Awards with its memorable moments and showcase’s previous Best Picture winners. R

CATCH THE TWAIN: THE MUSICAL Saturday, March 9, 1-2 pm Warren Brown portrays Mark Twain and shares humorous insights about Twain’s life, family, books, world travels, anecdotes and maxims. Folk musician and songwriter Mark Dvorak provides the soundtrack for Brown’s performance with old-time banjo tunes, period songs and audience participation. R

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LIHEAP WORKSHOP Friday, March 22, 2-3 pm The HANA Center is a non-profit organization working to meet the critical needs of immigrant communities. Join us as we review the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and see if you qualify. LIHEAP provides federally funded assistance to low-income households to reduce the costs associated with home energy bills. Translation in Spanish and Korean will be available. NR

PUZZLE EXCHANGE Saturday, March 23, 11-12 pm Bring your used, well-loved puzzles (no missing pieces) to trade with other puzzle enthusiasts. Puzzles may be dropped off outside the Lake Room starting at 10 am for setup. The exchange will begin at 11 am. Interested in volunteering? Email volunteer@itpld.org for an application.

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SPECULATING THE FUTURE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) Thursday, January 11, 7-8 pm Join us for a panel discussion featuring three best-selling science fiction writers, Cory Doctorow, Ken Liu and Martha Wells. They discuss the promise, perils, and possible impacts that AI will have on our future, as well as AI in contemporary and future science fiction writing. In-person program with virtual speakers. R

A CONVERSATION WITH JERRY CRAFT: FROM MAMA'S BOYZ TO NEW KID AND BEYOND Tuesday, February 6, 7-8 pm Learn about life, art and telling your story with bestselling author, illustrator and syndicated cartoonist, Jerry Craft. Join us for a conversation about his works and journey to success, including a drawing demo that will be fun for the whole family. R

JULIA QUINN EARLY BLUES MUSIC Sunday, March 24, 2-3 pm Early blues music was filled with excitement, where composers experimented with sharp and flat notes, introducing repetitive chords and the new twelve-bar phrase. Some publishers resisted, wanting sixteen-bar verses. Join St. Louis piano/percussion duo Cherry and Jerry as they share stories about blues music’s evolution, from classics like “St. Louis Blues” and “Crazy Blues” to lesser-known tunes, spanning from 1910s ragtimeinspired tracks to those foreshadowing today’s music. R

Tuesday, February 20, 7-8 pm #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn helps us feel romance all month long with a discussion about “Bridgerton.” In-person program with a virtual speaker. R

RUTH E. CARTER Wednesday, March 20, 7-8 pm Academy Award winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter explores the passion that inspires her pieces spanning Spike Lee costume design to Wakanda. R

R = Registration required | NR = No registration |

= Zoom program

= Attend in-person featuring a virtual speaker or participate remotely.

POLITE SOCIETY (2023) Thursday, January 18, 2-4:15 pm Ria Khan believes she must save her older sister Lena from her impending marriage. After enlisting her friends’ help, she attempts to pull off the most ambitious of all wedding heists in the name of independence and sisterhood. Rated PG-13 for strong language, violence, sexual material and some partial nudity. R

MALEFICARUM AND MISFORTUNE: RECORDS AND RESOURCES FOR TRACING ACCUSED UK, IRISH, AND AMERICAN WITCHES Thursday, January 18, 7-8 pm For over two centuries, individuals accused of witchcraft did not live by the principle of “innocent until proven guilty”. The law heavily presumed guilt. Legal documentation from these trials survives for modern-day inspection. Genealogist Debra Dudek shares witch trial records and resources for ancestors from England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland from 1500-1717. R

EXPLORE CHICAGO COLLECTIONS FOR GENEALOGY RESEARCH Tuesday, February 6, 7-8 pm Join the staff of Chicago Collections and learn how they can assist you in your genealogy search. This centralized, web-based search engine and record-finding tool gives users access to over 100,000 maps, photos and letters. Explore digital material, archival collections, and manuscript collections by topic— from government to everyday life. Interact with library guides, digital exhibits and educational materials. R

MOVIE MATINEE SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE (2023) Thursday, February 22, 2-4:50 pm Miles Morales catapults across the Multiverse, where he encounters a team of spider-people charged with protecting its very existence. Heroes clash and Miles must redefine what it means to be a hero. Rated PG for sequences of animated action violence, some language and thematic elements. R

MOVIE MATINEE BARBIE (2023) Thursday, March 21, 2-4:30 pm Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans. Rated PG-13 for suggestive references and brief language. R There will be an informal, thirty-minute discussion following the movies.

GENEALOGY INTEREST GROUP MEETING Monday, February 26, 7-8 pm Join this informal group in a collaborative setting to explore library databases, research your family tree and connect with other enthusiasts and skilled staff. Suitable for beginners and experienced researchers alike. R

HOW I USE DNA IN MY GENEALOGY RESEARCH Thursday, March 21, 7-8:30 pm Caron Brennan, local genealogy presenter, will discuss the “why” and “how” of DNA testing in genealogy research. Using case studies and examples, Brennan explains the pros and cons of DNA testing and the ways to incorporate test results into family history research. R Our library offers an online Genealogy newsletter, titled Relatively Speaking. Each quarterly issue includes relevant articles and information, upcoming programs, new items to the collection and more. Previous newsletters are archived on the website at itpld.info/Genealogy.

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ESL (English as a Second Language)

ESL WINTER QUARTER JANUARY 29 - APRIL 5

GET READY FOR CLASS NEW ESL CLASS REGISTRATION SYSTEM:

ESL LAB

Adults interested in taking an English as a Second Language (ESL) class must first register for a Placement Appointment. During the appointment, library staff will gather information about the student’s availability and their current English skills and will register the student for a class that fits their schedule and skill level.

Stop by the ESL Lab located on the second floor of the library and use computers to learn English on your own time. Library staff and volunteers are available to assist you.

Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Level courses will be available. Class days and times will be shared with students during the Placement Appointment. To register for a Placement Appointment, visit the Adult Services Desk on the 2nd floor of the library. Use your smart device’s camera on the QR code, or go to itpld.info/esl-winter for the same information in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish and Ukrainian translations.

NEW ESL LAB HOURS Monday: 4-8 pm Tuesday: 1-5 pm Wednesday: 4-8 pm Thursday: 9 am-1 pm Friday: 9 am-1 pm Saturday & Sunday: Closed

VOLUNTEERING Would you like to help people from around the world learn English? We have opportunities for volunteers to provide one-on-one tutoring, assist instructors in the classroom and assist students in the ESL Lab. Apply now to become an ESL volunteer at: itpld.info/esl-volunteer

R = Registration required |

= Zoom program

BUSINESS AND CAREER Thursday, March 7, 7-8 pm This past year brought significant changes to college planning. Admission trends have shifted, FAFSA and financial aid have undergone substantial changes, potentially increasing college costs. Discover where to find scholarships, explore the 2024 digital SAT and understand the test-optional landscape. Join national college expert Heidi King from College Inside Track to learn how these changes could affect your family. Explore new strategies for improving your student’s chances of college admission and securing scholarships and financial aid. R

RETIREMENT FINANCIAL PLANNING

UNDERSTANDING SOCIAL SECURITY

Wednesdays: January 17, 12-12:30 pm | 12:30-1 pm 1-1:30 pm | 1:30-2 pm and February 21, 6-6:30 pm | 6:30-7 pm | 7-7:30 pm 7:30-8 pm and March 20, 12-12:30 pm | 12:30-1 pm | 1-1:30 pm | 1:30-2 pm Meet Edward Jones’ financial advisor, Jason Clarke, for a 30-minute, 1-1 appointment to discuss retirement and financial planning. Secure your financial future, whether you are starting your career or already retired and seeking help with your finances. R

Tuesday, January 23, 7-8 pm Jigar Doshi, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor for Bentron Financial Group, Inc., will discuss: • When to take benefits-sooner or later? • Working while receiving benefits. • Taxation and Social Security. • Spousal Benefits. If you are going to collect Social Security benefits in the next 10 years, learn what you need to know to maximize the benefits you have earned. R

RESUME REVIEW & CAREER COACHING APPOINTMENTS

TEN STEPS TO A SMARTER TAX RETURN

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. Reviews with a career specialist include: • Applicant Tracking System optimization. • Career and interview coaching. • Job scanning and searching LinkedIn. • Refreshing personal branding. Sundays: January 21, February 4 and March 10, 12:15-1:15 pm | 1:15-2:15 pm | 2:15-3:15 pm Tuesdays: January 23 & 30, February 6 & 13 and March 5 & 12, 6-7 pm | 7-8 pm Attendees can request a meeting in-person in Study Room I or over Zoom. R

Thursday, February 8, 7-8 pm Instead of just “doing” your taxes, take steps to manage your tax bill now. Join financial educator Karen Chan and learn to make smart choices about when and how to • Save for retirement or college. • Utilize employer benefits. • Pay taxes on your investments. • Effectively handle the tax implications that come with the loss of a spouse. • Optimize your financial strategy by capitalizing on years of reduced income either early or late in your career. R

LAKE COOK CAREER COLLABORATIVE Are you looking for a job or looking to get ahead in your current job? Start here at careercollab.org to find assistance, information and resources available at no cost from your local libraries.

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DIGITAL CONNECTIONS JOB APPLICANT TRACKING SYSTEMS (ATS): PART 1 Tuesday, February 13, 7-8:30 pm ATS is the Achilles heel of every job seeker, but online applications are here to stay. For this presentation, Lauren Milligan, Owner and Career Coach for ResuMAYDAY interviewed multiple people who work hands-on with ATS systems and will bring that insider information to you. 50-75% of applicants’ resumes are never even seen by a human; the reasons have nothing to do with skills or qualifications. Find out how to avoid these pitfalls. R

TECH ASSISTANCE Have a basic question about your device and want to try Cloud Library, Hoopla or another library app? Talk to library staff about these topics and more. R Mondays: January 8, February 5 and March 4, 3:30-4 pm or 4:15-4:45 pm Sundays: January 14, February 11 and March 10, 2-2:45 pm Thursdays: January 18, February 15 and March 21, 10-10:45 am or 11-11:45 am

JOB APPLICANT TRACKING SYSTEMS (ATS): PART 2 Tuesday, February 20, 7-8:30 pm Lauren Milligan, Owner and Career Coach for ResuMAYDAY cracks the code on finding the right keywords for your specific search, as well as how to properly incorporate them into your resume and LinkedIn profile. Lauren will walk participants through each step of a live example, using Google, LinkedIn, Word and a free ATS simulator program. R

ARE YOU ON BRAND? Thursday, March 14, 7-8 pm Join Chelsie Tamms, Owner of Lettering Works, as she highlights ways to create an authentic brand that best represents you and your work. Learn branding basics from key definitions to important questions to consider when developing or strengthening a brand. R

R = Registration required |

LINKEDIN LEARNING AND GALE COURSES Not seeing the technology class you are looking for? Use your ITPLD library card to access LinkedIn Learning or Gale Courses. Each e-resource offers: • Technology webinars viewable from your cellular device, tablet or desktop. • Beginner, intermediate and advanced level courses on Microsoft Office programs. • Network Security help. • Android and Apple device courses. For more information, visit the Adult Services Desk or contact Adult Services at adult@itpld.org or 847.459.4100, ext. 3.

= Attend in-person featuring a virtual speaker or participate remotely. |

= Zoom program

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BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Trustee Trustee Trustee

Louise Barnett Vicki Baba Henry Hackney Jr. Erin Hauck Caitlyn Keenan Mary Moodhe Andrew Sitshela

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brian D. Shepard

The Indian Trails Public Library District Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 pm. The meeting is open to the public.

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LIBRARY CLOSINGS Monday, January 1 Sunday, March 31

New Year’s Day Easter

Registration opens December 15, 9 am for most programs offered in January, February and March. Online: Events at itpld.org

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