LIBRARY HAPPENINGS

Calumet City Public Library

Address: 660 S Manistee Ave, Calumet City, IL 60409

Phone: (708) 862-6220

Email: info@calumetcitypl.org

Website: http://www.calumetcitypl.org/index.html\

Dolton Public Library

Address: 14037 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL

Phone: 708-849-2385

Email: lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org

Website: www.doltonpubliclibrary.org

Virtual Story Time with Mrs. Brooks

Come and join in the story time with Mrs. Brooks. For ages 3 - 12. FREE. Every 1st Wed. (10am – 10:30am) To register for the Virtual Story Time go through the calendar of events on our website at www.doltonpubliclibrary.org

Virtual Zumba with licensed instructor Yvette Roberts. Come and join in the fun every Friday at 5pm. Please call 708-849-2385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. (5pm –6pm every Friday). FREE.

AMONG US

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday (4pm to 4:30pm)

Ages 10 + years, beginning Oct. 10, 2022. To register go to the calendar of events on our website www.doltonpubliclibrary.org OR email us at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org

Leave your name, email and cell number. You must download “Among Us’ on your device to play. It is free. A Zoom link and game code will be sent the day of the program. FREE.

Virtual Line Dancing with “Dawn the Dancin’ Deeva”

Every Thursday, at 6pm. Please call 708-8492385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary. org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. A link will be sent to you the day of the program. FREE.

Virtual Senior Yoga

Every Wednesday taught by Dionne Arnold, Certified Yoga Instructor, (4pm to 5pm) Please call 708-849-2385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. FREE.

Senior Bridge Club

Come out for the fun every Tuesday, from 3:30pm to 4:30pm If interested register by calling 708-849-2385 or email at lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and cell phone to register. FREE.

DPLD’s Black Author’s Book Club

Meets via Zoom the last Thursday of every month at 7:00pm. Interested parties contact the library at (708-849-2385) for more information. Meet via Zoom. FREE.

Virtual Workout Program with Sheena Stinson

Get in Shape from Home. Classes held every Monday from 6pm to 6:30pm. Please call 708-849-2385 or email us at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org leaving your full name, email address and cell number to register. A Zoom Link will be sent day of the program. FREE.

Get Up & Move with Simon Says!

Join the Dolton Public Library Youth Services Dept. as we play “Simon Says”. Held every 3rd Saturday of the month from 2pm to 2:30pm starting Oct. 15. A YouTube link will be emailed every 3rd Friday. Register by calling (708-849-2385, ext. 4) or emailing at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary. org leaving your name, email, cell number and the number of children participating. FREE.

Dolton Public Library District Curbside Times

Monday through Friday [9am to 2pm]. FREE.

Burbio

Burbio is a one-stop free resource to find out about all the Dolton area events and activities. If your group wishes to post your events on burbio contact: groupsupport@burbio.com

Sign-up at Burbio.com or download the free android or iPhone app and follow the calendars that interest you. FREE.

Chess Club

Mr. Paul Fritz, Chess Coach. November 3rd to December 12th Every third Thursday, 5:00pm to 5:30pm, via Zoom and chess.com to play. Register at chess.com in addition to registering for the program. Register at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, email and cell # or call (708-849-2385, ext. 4) Date & Times subject to change. Call 708-8492385, ext. 212. A Zoom link will be emailed to you the day of the program. FREE.

Passport to Knowledge

Every first Monday of the month. (3:30 – 4pm). Pack your bags for a virtual trip around the world and learn about other countries and cultures. Register at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary. org or call (708-849-2385) and leave your name, email and cell number. Come curbside to pick up your Passport Packet prior to departure. The link for Zoom will be emailed prior to the program. FREE.

Coffee and Chat – a Senior Experience

Are you a senior over the age of 60 and want to have conversation with other seniors. Some of the topics discussed are technology and other happenings in our world and community. To register for the program and all the other Senior Programs call (708-849-2385) or email your registration to lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org FREE

Between the Pages A Virtual Story Time. Every third Saturday of the month at 1:30pm.To register call (708-8492385) or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, phone number and email address. A link will be sent to you. FREE

Creative Craft

View our tutorial on our YouTube page, every 4th Wednesday starting October 26, at 1pm. The link will be provided on our Facebook page. FREE.

The Importance of Kidney Health with Monica Fox of the National Kidney Foundation Tuesday, March 7 th , 2023 (11am to 12Noon) Program held via Zoom. Link sent out day of program. Please call (708849-2385, ext. 3, leaving your full name, email address and phone number or email information to lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org to register. FREE.

Identity Theft Scam

Speaker Jesus Enriquez, SMP Outreach Specialist, Wednesday, April 5, 2023 (10am – 11am) To register call (708-849-2358, #3) or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, phone #, and email address. Program will be held via Zoom and the link will be sent day of program. FREE.

The Wilton Method: Mastering Buttercream Gel Transfer Carkes, Saturday, March 11, 2023 (1:30pm to 2pm). Email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org or call (708-849-2385 ext. 5), leaving your full name, phone number and email address to register. The Zoom link will be sent the day of the program. FREE.

Electronics Recycling

Rep. William Davis Earth Day – Free and Open to the Public Small Businesses, Saturday, April 22, 2023 (9am to 12Noon) 1912 W. 174 th St., East Hazel Crest, IL 60429 Computer hard drive destroyed on site. FREE.

Hammond Public Library

Address: 564 State St., Hammond

Phone: (219) 931-5100, ext. 310 or 307

Email: swishl@hammond.lib.in.us

Website: www.hammond.lib.in.us

Harvey Public Library

Address: 15441 Turlington, Harvey, IL 60426

Phone: 708-331-0757x3200

Email: has@harvey.lib.il.us

Website:www.harvey.lib.il.us

FREE online Line Dancing with Dawn the Diva, Tuesdays at 6:30pm

Join Us For Virtual Programs: Each day at 4:00 pm, “stop” in for online family-fun at the Harvey Library. Tuesday: Craft

Wednesday: Story Time Thursday: Bacon Bits & Cooking Tips Monthly Virtual Music Class (Friday, check calendar each month)

Homewood Public Library

Address: 17917 Dixie Hwy Homewood, IL 60430

Phone: (708) 798-0121, ext. 310 or 307

Email: hplhelp@homewoodlibrary.org

Website: www.homewoodlibrary.org/

Lansing Public Library

Address: 2750 Indiana Ave., Lansing IL

Phone: 708-474-2447

Email: shari@lansingpl.org

Website: www.lansingpl.org

Riverdale Public Library

Address: 208 W 144th St Riverdale, IL 60827

Phone: (708) 841-3311

Email: library@rpld.org

Website: www.rpld.org

Community Pantry Food Drive

Open to the public during business hours: Monday -Thursday 10AM to 6PM, Friday 10AM to 5PM, and Saturday 10AM to 2PM

“Join our Patrons Helping Patrons initiative by donating non-perishable food items to the new Riverdale Public Library Community Food Pantry. Let’s work together to help others!”

Tutoring and Down Time (Children/Teens)

Every Tuesday 3PM-5:30PM “Get the homework help you need and afterwards enjoy hanging out with your friends playing games!”

Family Film Friday (All ages)

Every Friday 1PM-4:30PM “Every Friday, the library will be hosting a new film showing, new and old, action and romance and much more. Free popcorn, snacks, and beverages.”

Shape Up Exercise Class (Adults/Seniors)

Every Saturday 11AM-12PM “Enjoy the benefits of strength, flexibility, and relaxation in a fun and social way.”

All things Needlework (Adults/Seniors)

Every Monday at 12PM Do you enjoy needle arts like knitting, crochet, and sewing? Whether you are a beginner or experienced this club is for you. Work on your latest project while enjoying the company of your follow crafters. Just grab your project bag and join us for stitching, sharing tips, and conversation.

South Holland Public Library

Address: 16250 Wausau Ave., South Holland IL

Phone: 708-527-3160 or 708-580-6161

Email: library@southhollandlibrary.org

Website: shlibrary.org/events-calendar.

Chess Club

Whether you’ve been playing for years or have always wanted to learn, this is your chance to sharpen your skills. Players can compete in either casual or competitive games or learn the fundamentals of this classic of game of strategy. Thornwood HS Chess coach (and former NFL player) Michael Blair is here to put you through your paces.

Storytimes

Join the library for our special social-emotional and community-themed storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 this month! You I Like & Mister Rogers Themed Storytime (Tuesdays) Little Bodies, Big Feelings (Thursdays). Fridaypalooza Bilingual Storytime on Fridays at 10:30.

Thornton Public Library

Address: 115 E. Margaret St. Thornton, IL.

Email: library@thorntonil.us

Website: https://www.thorntonlibrary.org/

Calendar Of Events

Women’s Bible Study

Discover Your Bible with us at Cottage Grove Christian Reformed Church, 166th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue (by the roundabout) in South Holland, Tuesday mornings from 9:45 – 11:00 a.m. beginning on September 13. We will study The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians. We provide a Nursery for infants and Story Hour for preschoolers to age 5. For information call the church at 331-0391 or Carol at 339-6793. We would love to have you join us!

Golden Times Seniors

Trip is to The Tulip Festival in Holland Mi. Wednesday May 10th. The cost is $55.00 we will leave from the Welcome Center at 8:00 am. There is a $10.00 yearly fee to join Golden Times. If interested please contact Jennifer Jonesat 219-789-2783. Thank you!

Neighbor 2 Neighbor

JANICE MINTON-KUTZ

BISHOP JOSEPH N PERRY PRESIDES AT ST. FLORIAN CHURCH SUNDAY MARCH

5, 2023--Bishop Perry, Auxiliary Archbishop for the Archdiocese of Chicago, since 1998, presented the Holy Eucharist in a one-hour service and homily attended by some of the local faithful. He is pictured here at the St. Florian altar following the service. ***

SANCTUARY TRADERS AT THE LINCOLN CENTER SUNDAY MARCH 5, 2023: Samantha and Caelyn of Sanctuary Traders of Frankfort, Il present their wares at the Fishing and Hunting Expo in Highland. The women do 18th Century Historical Shows along with hunting and fishing expos and Viking Festivals. ***

HELPING THE HOMELESS ONE MAT AT A TIME: Volunteers are pictured here making mats for the homeless out of plastic grocery bags. It takes 700-900 plastic bags to make a comfy waterproof mat. The ladies here volunteer their own time and efforts to create the mats which take about 25 hours to assemble. Pictured are Chistine Dziadon, Jamie Tarrant Swain, Shawne Duck, Patsy Wahlen, Marci Janas, Andrea Martin, Pat Duck and Nelly Gamboa. The women use the back room at Steve’s on Baltimore in Hegewisch each Wednesday afternoon to assemble the mats. They are looking for more volunteers to help make the mats. If interested, drop by Steve’s on Wednesday afternoons. Bags are also secured from Marsh School, 98th and Exchange, in Vet’s Park via the school Community Service Department, Ms. Canales and Mr. O’Brien ***

ENJOYING THE FISHING AND HUNTING SHOW AT THE LINCOLN CENTER IN HIGHLAND: Judy Marten, Paul; Marten and Chirs Rich, all of Dyer, Indiana enjoy perusing the fishing and hunting expo at the Lincoln Center on Sunday. The expo spanned 3 days and featured examples of fishing and hunting and equipment by experts in the fields along with huge fish tanks depicting different types of fish one could catch.

*** AMVETS 43 SPRING CRAFT SHOW: Set for Sunday March 12, 2023 from 10 to 3. Crafters of every stripe will be selling their hand made crafts at the Post Home, 14032 Torrence Avenue. Some treats from the Amvets kitchen will also be available that day. Call 708-862-9540 for more information. ***

ANDREA MARTIN BRINGS MORE BAGS FOR MATS FROM MARSH SCHOOL: Students and faculty gather the plastic bags that make up the mats for the Homeless and deliver them to the volunteers at Steve’s each Wednesday for assembly into waterproof sleeping bags.

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For inclusion in Neighbor 2 Neighbor, please call Janice at 708-302-8585 or write to her C/O Coldwell Banker, 20 E. US 30, Schererville, IN 46375, or e-mail her at janice.mintonkutz@cbexchange.com

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Women In History

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY International Women’s Day, Mar. 8, is a global day celebrating the historical, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also observed in support of taking action against gender inequality around the world. We all know the world couldn’t run without women. This is the day to appreciate their efforts! Organizations large and small come together to show women just how valuable they are in today’s society.