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Northlake Library continued

Snacks and Studying Take advantage of the quiet library to study or work on final projects Snacks, beverages, and study supplies provided. May 20-May 21, 1 pm and May 22-May 25, 3 pm.

River Forest Public Library. 735 Lathrop, River Forest Visit www.riverforestlibrary.org or call 366-5205 for updates.

José Cruz joins River Forest Public Library as new Children’s Librarian José has been providing exceptional library services to children throughout his 10 years of library experience. Most recently, y he was a Children’s Librarian at Oak Park Public Library, where he was well-known for his outstanding story times and commitment to diversity, equity, y and inclusion, as well as his innovative programs designed to engage young audiences

In his new role at River Forest Public Library, José will be managing various Children’s print and digital collections and implementing engaging programs for youngest audiences (from birth through 4th grade), both in the building and out in the community You will often find José at our Children’s Services desk, where he will be providing reference and readers’ advisory services.

José shared that he has loved libraries ever since he was a child and he would go with his mom, who was taking English classes at a Chicago branch

River Grove Public Library. y 8638 W Grand Avenue in River Grove. Visit the website at www.rivergrovelibrary.org for updates and virtual programs Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted

Grab and Go Mother’s Day Craft. Wednesday, May 3. Register for a special craft to create and give to someone special on Mother’s Day Ages 9 and under Registration required

Teen Grab and Go Mother’s Day Windchimes. Saturday, May 6. Pick up your kit to create a set of windchimes for Mother’s Day Kits are limited Registration required

History Comes Alive: Wallis Simpson. Tuesday, May 9, 6 to 7 pm. Watch as Lyyn Rymarz takes you back in time to hear the important stories of women across history and the world Hear the story of how Edward VIII gave up the throne of England to marry this American divorcee. How did she win his heart and become the most famous, well-dressed, stylish woman in the world? Discover the details of their courtship, their marriage, the royal family fallout, and how she made a happy, loving home for the former King of England.

Adult Grab & Go: Herb Garden Monday, y May 15 Plant and take care of herb seeds in miniature gardens so you’ll always have a supply of parsley, thyme, or rosemary. Instructions included. Kits are limited Registration required

Perler Bead Craft Day, Saturday, May 20, 1 to 3 pm Come in to unwind and get creative with Perler Beads. Pick a template, pick your colors, and hang out, making fun keepsakes to take home This is an in-person event Registration required

Microsoft Excel Live Demonstration, Saturday, May 27, 1 to 2:30 pm Want to get a better understanding of how to use Microsoft Excel? A live demonstration will show you how to make graphs, charts, organize information, and also other sorts of important tips and tricks you can use Questions will be held at the end Registration required

FIRSTREPONDER Expo at Tr iton

Triton College will be hosting a First Responder Expo on Wednesday, May 3, from 3-6 pm., in the Student Center Cafeteria (B Building). This event is open to the public and registration is not required There is no charge for this event. Expo attendees are invited to meet with and explore various agencies, such as local law enforcement and fire departments, as well as Triton College’s Criminal Justice, Fire Science and Emergency Medicine academic programs. Representatives of the various departments will be available to answer any questions For more information, email admissions@triton edu

JUANCERVANTES: D J elegate President

Triton College student Juan Cervantes has always been interested in politics, so it meant a lot to him to serve as the president of the delegation for Model Illinois Government (MIG) recently in Springfield According to George Lam, an Economics instructor who oversees Triton’s MIG chapter, explained that MIG is “ an intercollegiate Illinois government simulation.” It provides Illinois students an in-depth look and experience at how the Illinois state government works

Cervantes along with Triton students Jael Rodriguez (who served as a Senate Democrat) and Grzegorz Kazimierz Libera (who served as a House Republican), participated in MIG. Besides serving as president of delegation, Cervantes oversaw a team of lobbyists throughout of the simulation.

There were over 225 other student delegates that participated in this year ’ s simulation from multiple Illinois colleges.

WRESTLINGTEAMTAKESDISTRICTTITLE Celebrating Tr iton’s team and coach

The Triton College wrestling team is still celebrating a major victory the team won the NJCAA district championship recently and head coach Tim Duggan was named Great Lakes District Coach of the Year Triton wrestlers won the Great Lakes District, beating 10 other community colleges, representing Regions 4 (Upper Illinois and Southern Wisconsin) and 12 (Michigan and Indiana). Triton had five individual champions: Anthony Schickel (125), Elon Rodriguez (133), Connor Svantner (157), Alonzo Smiley (165) and Curtis Ruff II (197). Sherman Dixon (174) finished second and David Capron (149) finished third. Billy Tucker (149) and Jeivan Ross (184) each placed fourth, and Ronald Krewer (285) earned a wild card entry to nationals The last time the Triton wrestling team won the NJCAA district championship was in 1998

The Triton College wrestling team was recognized at the March 21 Triton College board meeting for competing in the NJCAA Wrestling Championships in Council Bluffs, Iowa Pictured, left to right: Billy Tucker, Connor Svantner, Jeivan Ross, Ronald Krewer, Triton College Board Chairman Mark Stephens, head coach Tim Duggan, assistant coach A.J. Blahut, Triton College President Mary-Rita Moore, Elon Rodriguez, Sherman Dixon, Alonzo Smiley and Anthony Schickel Not Pictured – David Capron and Curtis Ruff II Wrestlers Anthony Schickel (125, 5th place), Elon Rodriguez (133, 4th place) and Connor Svantner (157, 8th place), who earned NJCAA wrestling All-American honors, received their All-American certificates at the meeting Head coach Tim Duggan was also acknowledged for being named the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) Coach of the Year.

TRITONOFFERINGTOTALFITNESSCLASS Lear n the saf e way to use equipment

Triton College will be offering Total Fitness for credit (PED 106) or noncredit (PED C37) continuing education. The class will be held in Triton’s Fitness Center in the R Building at multiple dates and times. Tuition is affordable and the class is worth one transferrable college credit hour Total Fitness teaches students the safe and effective way to use strength and cardio exercise equipment. The goal of the class is to improve body composition, physiological strength and flexibility. The course can be repeated for a maximum of four accrued credits For more information, send an email to juliannemurphy@triton edu or call (708) 456-0300, Ext 3138