New Lenox Library Guide: November & December 2021

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Library programs are subject to change based on COVID-19 safety requirements. This Guide may be outdated by the time of the program. Please check the online calendar or ask staff for up-to-date information.

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November & December 2021

Bringing the Library into the community Meet your new Outreach Coordinators Also inside:

Winter Reading Challenge for All Ages

Meet Your Local Authors!

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Teen Artist of the Month

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What can you do at newlenoxlibrary.org?

In the Guide

Find new Library items

2 What can you do at newlenoxlibrary.org?

3 Bringing New Lenox Library out to the community

This Just In

Find weekly new items on the Kids, Teens, and Adults pages.

New Releases

All new items are organized monthly on our New Releases page. Items are organized by:

4 Veterans’ Grab & Go Breakfast

• Adult Fiction — Fiction, Graphic Novels, Large Print, Audiobooks • Adult Non-Fiction — Non-Fiction, Graphic Novels, Large Print, Audiobooks • Movies & Music — Items found upstairs in Adult & Teen Services and downstairs in Youth Services • Little Readers — Picture books and board books • Kids Books & Audiobooks — Easy Fiction, Juvenile Fiction, Graphic Novels, Non-Fiction, and Audiobooks • Teen Books & Audiobooks — Fiction, Graphic Novels, NonFiction, and Audiobooks

4 Meet Your Local Authors 5 Winter Reading is Llamazing!

6 Storytimes 6 Grab & Go Crafts for Kids 7 Programs for Kids 8 Programs for Teens 9 Teen Artist of the Month 10 Programs for Adults

Download digital collection apps to your phone or tablet

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For apps below, visit newlenoxlibrary.org/books-services/ebooks-digital-magazines.

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Libby

Thousands of ebooks and audiobooks compatible with most devices for all audiences through Overdrive’s app, Libby.

hoopla

Borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows on your computer, tablet, or phone—even your TV!

Axis 360

Use Axis 360 to access the eRead Illinois e-book collection.

Over 6,100 ebooks and audiobooks — and always growing!

BiblioBoard

Anyone physically in the state of Illinois can use this service.

No library card required, no holds, no waiting for titles!

Unique curated boards showcase a variety of topics, including independent Illinois writers.

Tumblebook

Talking and animated picture books, non-fiction, foreign language titles, read-along chapter books, puzzles, games, and resources for teachers and students. Read any time, no holds, no waiting, no login.

Library Closures November 11, Veteran’s Day November 25–26, Thanksgiving December 24–25, Christmas December 31, New Year’s Eve January 1, New Year’s Day

Register for Programs Online, newlenox.librarymarket.com Call the Library at 815-485-2605 Ask a staff member while you’re visiting the building New Lenox Public Library

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Manage your account and access Library materials PrairieCat app

Take care of your Library account, request and renew cards, and access online Library resources. newlenoxlibrary.org/app

At the Library

Being a photo ID and proof of residency, and we’ll be happy to sign you up for your card! Business and teachers, too.

More: newlenoxlibrary.org/about/get-update-library-card

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Bringing New Lenox Library out to the community

By Karen Meyer, Adult & Teen Services Specialist

One Referendum promise was to significantly expand and improve Library services, including reaching out into the community to bring knowledge of the Library’s resources to the public.

Meet our Outreach Coordinators, Liz Yolich of the Youth Services Department and Brianna Wyss of the Adult and Teen Services Department.

“It’s all about bringing the Library outside of the building and into the community,” says Brianna. “We’re finding new ways to publicize our resources and draw people in through such programs as our Homebound Delivery service and by actively participating in public events sponsored by the Village of New Lenox.”

“We work with organizations in the community, such as school districts, homeschooling families, the Park District, and Scout Troops, to let them know what resources we have available for them,” says Liz. “It’s a mutual process, where sometimes they’ll reach out to us to with an idea, and other times we’ll reach out to them to let them know about what we have going on that they might be interested in.”

Liz represented the Library at two big Fall events in October. She and Youth Services co-worker Liz O’Neill handed out Library information and other goodies at the Big Bad Pumpkin Party hosted by the New Lenox Park District on October 10 at Walker Country Estates Park, which included Lizzes O. & Y. at the a pumpkin hunt, costume contest, and Big Bad Pumpkin Party hayrack rides. The two Lizzes also participated in the Trunk-or-Treat event, part of the New Lenox Chamber of Commerce’s annual Halloween Fest in the Village Commons on October 30, where they gave out candy to trick-or-treaters from a decorated car trunk.

Brianna is concentrating on year-round activities designed to bring Library services to teens and adults.

“We’re planning on making visits to the high schools to let the students know what the Library has for them, such as volunteer opportunities to gain service hours, after-hours New Lenox Public Library

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Meet your new Outreach Coordinators! Brianna Wyss, Adult & Teen Services (left) and Liz Yolich, Youth Services (right)

activities, and our Teen Advisory Group. We’ll also be visiting the assisted and independent living centers in New Lenox to spread the news about our Homebound Delivery program, where we provide free monthly delivery service to patrons who are physically unable to come to the library.”

Brianna is also excited about the Library’s Teen Instagram, where she’ll post teen-specific book recommendations Brianna during and special programs on a regular basis.

Homebound Delivery Brianna and Liz believe the new Outreach program will bring great benefits to both the New Lenox community and its Library.

“It benefits the Library because we gain access to new sectors of the community, and it definitely benefits the community because it lets people know that the Library has even more to offer than books,” says Liz. “It allows us to reach not only our usual patrons, but also certain areas of the community that maybe aren’t regular Library users, and offer them resources based on their particular needs.”

“It allows us to let the community know about all of the things we do that are beyond books,” says Brianna. “Some people out there might not know that you can also use a computer here, check out a sewing machine, or apply for a passport. It also allows us to draw in more people who might not have been patrons before, and it’s a great opportunity to show our value to the community.”

To request an outreach visit or Library tour, go to our website at newlenoxlibrary.org/outreach.

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Veterans’ Grab & Go Breakfast Adults Wednesday, November 10 10 am–12 pm Library Foyer Registration required In honor of Veterans Day, we want to say thank you to the men and women who have served our country.

If you are a Veteran, you can register to receive a free boxed breakfast from Panera Bread as a way for us to say thank you for your service.

Boxes will contain a bagel, fruit, and juice. Please specify in your registration if you would like a plain, everything, or cinnamon bagel. Registration required by November 3.

Meet Your Local Authors!

Ron Bay Jr. has a passion for writing and follows the advice of his favorite author, Mark Twain, to “write what you know.” Ron’s favorite subject matter involves teenagers and the joys and struggles associated with that time of life. Ron plans on writing until his eyes can no longer read the images on the screen.

Adults & Teens Saturday, November 13 1–3 pm Meeting Room AB

Gina Linko lives in New Lenox, works as a textbook editor, and has three kids and two cats. She has a master’s degree from DePaul University in creative writing, as well as several published novels for kids.

Her most recent book, Nothing Else Is Love, is her adult debut. Gina likes to stay up really late at night, is addicted to Scrabble, and is an eternal optimist, i.e. roots for the Cubs.

Are you an aspiring novelist, literary aficionado, or a regular book lover?

Join us for an inside look at the world of novel writing!

Hollie Smurthwaite is the author of The Color of Trauma, a romantic suspense novel and winner of the 2020 Soon to be Famous Illinois Author Project contest for adult fiction. She is active in the writing community as a member of Off-Campus Writers' Workshop, Sisters in Crime, Alliance of Independent Authors, Chicago Writers Association, and a coorganizer for Just Write Chicago, a Meetup group.

This local author panel will gather local authors of different genres to talk about their books, writing process, inspiration and more. Authors will be available for book purchases and signing after the panel.

Registration recommended.

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Winter Reading is Llamazing!

December 1, 2021–January 15, 2022 Kids’ Winter Reading Club

Once kids get the llamas home by

Ages 1–13

reading 4 hours, they will receive a

Kids are invited to join Winter Reading

raffle entry for a chance to win free

cocoa-llama themed prize bag, a virtual

Club from Monday, December 1 until

tickets to a Wolves game, and a virtual

Saturday, January 15.

entry into our weekly raffles.

Winter Reading is Llamazing! The llamas

Bonus logs are available for you to

are loco for cocoa and need to get home

earn extra raffle entries.

to get some of their favorite sweet treat. Follow the

Pick up your reading log at the Youth

path and color in one

Services desk starting December

snowflake for every

1, or download it as a PDF at

15 minutes read.

newlenoxlibrary.org/kids.

Review to Win! Challenge

Reviews can be turned at the Adult

Teens & Adults

& Teen Services desk upstairs at

Submit a brief review of a book you

newlenoxlibrary.org/reviewtowin.

the Library, or on our website at

read or listened to, or a movie you watched, to be entered into the prize

The best reviews may be posted on the

drawing.

Library’s website (Teens and Adults pages), and recommendations in our

Submit more reviews for more chances

catalog will be included in our Patrons’

to win! There will be one prize basket

Picks display.

for Teens (12–17) and one prize basket

Make sure to stop in and check out the

for Adults (18 and up).

books and movies that the community has reviewed!

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Storytime at the Library

Masks are required for in-person programs

Tuesdays Pajama Time

program date

Ages 3–8 with a caregiver 7–7:30 pm Storytime Room at the Library Throw on your jammies for a family slumber party! Grab your favorite stuffed animal and cuddle up for bedtime stories and a simple craft. No children younger than age 3, please. Registration required.

November 2

Registration starts October 26

November 9

Registration starts November 2

November 16

Registration starts November 9

November 23

Registration starts November 16

November 30

Registration starts November 23

December 7

Registration starts November 30

Virtual Zoom Storytimes Virtual Zoom Storytimes can be viewed on a PC, Mac, smartphone, or tablet. We encourage you to check in early. The Zoom login information will be emailed to you 30 minutes before the class begins.

Wednesdays

Thursdays

Music Makers

Wee Readers

Listen to stories and explore music while we dance around and sing songs. Registration required.

Get ready for super stories, spectacular songs, and silly rhymes. Registration required.

program date

program date

Ages 0–6 years 10:30–11 am Livestream on Zoom

Ages 0–6 years 10:30–11 am Livestream on Zoom

November 3

Registration starts October 27

November 10

Registration starts November 3

November 4

November 17

Registration starts November 10

November 24

Registration starts November 17

December 1

Registration starts November 24

December 2

Registration starts November 25

December 8

Registration starts December 1

December 9

Registration starts December 2

Registration starts October 28

Closed November 11 for Veterans Day November 18

Registration starts November 11

Closed November 25 for Thanksgiving

Winter Craft Grab & Go Ages 3–10 Youth Services Desk

December 6: Gingerbread House Magnet

Drop by the Youth Services desk or call to reserve a different winter-themed craft every Monday beginning at 10 am. Everything you need is contained in the craft kit. Crafts are available while supplies last and are usually claimed within two hours. Crafts must be picked up by 8 pm on the day they are available.

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December 13: Elf Doorknob Hanger December 20: Reindeer Beaded Necklace December 27: Penguin Thermometer Magnet January 3: Color Your Own Maraca Clappers January 10: Canvas Doodle Pencil Cases

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Masks are required for in-person programs

Tuesdays

Thursdays

Girls Rock Book Club: I Can Make This Promise by Christine Day

LEGO Club

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1st–5th Grade 5–5:45 pm Meeting Room AB

4th–8th Grade Tuesday, November 16 4:30–5:15 pm Meeting Room A

We supply the bricks and you bring your imagination! Come build your own creation with friends.

Talk about this month’s book with other girls while you make a fabulous craft. Pick up books at the Patron Services desk.

Registration starts October 12.

November 18: Registration starts November 4 December 16: Registration starts December 2

Saturdays

Geek Out! Graphic Novel Club: El Deafo by Cece Bell

North Pole Reindeer Games

4th–8th Grade Tuesday, December 7 4:30–5:15 pm Meeting Room A

All Ages Saturday, December 11 10:30 am–12 pm Youth Services

Geek out over graphic novels, talk about this month’s book, and make geeked out art. This month, wear a crazy sweater for our ugly sweater party! Pick up books at the Patron Services desk. Registration starts November 16.

Drop by Youth Services for some silly reindeer games, coloring fun, and a DIY antler craft. No registration required, but crafts are limited and available while supplies last.

Kids Do-It-Yourself Video Programs DIY bags with supplies for DIY video programs can be picked up at the Youth Services desk. Registrants will be emailed when bags are ready. Registration is required only if you need a science, art, or ingredient supply bag. Videos are posted on Facebook, YouTube, and our website and can be viewed by everyone.

Mondays Mini Mad Science Lab

Art Club

Join us for some fun (sometimes messy) science experiments. Registration required for science supply bag.

Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you create a masterpiece. Registration required for art supply bag.

Kindergarten–2nd Grade Requires caregiver supervision DIY video posted at 4:30 pm

November 15: Weird Science Registration starts November 1 December 13: Winter Science Registration starts November 29

1st–4th Grade DIY video posted at 4:30 pm

Super Scientists

3rd-6th Grade Requires caregiver supervision DIY video posted at 4:30 pm Follow along as we make all kinds of cool predictions and do an exciting experiment. Registration required for science supply bag.

November 22: Pointillism Registration starts October 18

November 29: Weird Science Requires 2 eggs Registration starts November 15

December 20: Ornament Registration starts November 22

December 27: Winter Science Registration starts December 13

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Kids DIY Video Programs

Teen Programs

Wednesdays

At the Library

Cooking with Kyra

Teen Advisory Group

Hear a story and follow along with Ms. Kyra’s video to make a simple snack.

Registration required for ingredient supply bag.

Discuss rules, a mission statement, and purpose for TAG, as well as program ideas, your favorite reads, video gaming, and more! Want to attend?

Contact our Teen Coordinator Melissa at mleggero@newlenoxlibrary.org.

Ages 4–10 Requires caregiver supervision DIY video posted at 4:30

7th–12th Grade Friday, November 19, 4:30–5:30 pm Meeting Room AB

November 10: Scarecrow Cookies Registration starts November 3 Ingredient bags must be picked up by 6 pm on November 12.

December 8: Reindeer Chow Registration starts December 1 Ingredient bags must be picked up by 6 pm on December 10.

Fridays Art Attack!

4th–8th Grade DIY video posted at 4:30 pm

Art Attack art attack! with Ms. elizabeth

Your imagination mixes with art in this art video tutorial just for tweens.

Registration required for art supply bag.

November 5: Banner of Thanks Registration starts October 22 December 3: Button Wreath Ornament Registration starts November 19

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TinkerCAD Challenge TinkerCAD CHALLENGE 4th–12th Grade Online New Lenox Public Library

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Cosplay & Costume Open Lab 7th–12th Grade Thursday, November 18, 6–7:30pm Sunday, December 12, 1:30–4pm Digital Media Lab & Tables

Bring your cosplay, costume, and historical clothing projects to work on with likeminded peers. Experienced makers will teach a short skill-building workshop at the start, then host an open lab to work on your projects.

Registration required.

Christmas Crafting with Caroline 7th–12th Grade Thursday, December 9, 6–7pm Meeting Room A

Lincoln-Way Central art teacher, Ms. Caroline Buttala, will teach us a few tricks of the artistic trade. Each participant will leave with a holiday ornament guaranteed to make the season bright! Registration required.

Create your Challenge design, then submit it to the Library for a free print in the color of your choice! TinkerCAD account required to join the Library classroom. Registration required.

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Kits & Care Packages Holiday Card Kits

7th–12th Grade November 15–December 1 Adult & Teen Services Desk ’Tis the season to make spirits bright.

Stop by the library to pick up your holiday card making kit. We will provide you with the essentials to make your own unique holiday cards for the residents of our local nursing homes, but we encourage you to be as creative as you can.

This is an opportunity to earn service hours. Please see our website for more Virtual Volunteering for Teens at newlenoxlibrary.org/volunteens.

Wood Slice Photo Ornament 7th–12th Grade December 4–10 Digital Media Lab Desk

Turn a printed photo into a rustic ornament for the holidays or yearround! While supplies last.

Finals Week Care Packages 9th–12th Grade Tuesday, December 14 Adult & Teen Services Desk

It's that time of year again: FINALS! The Library knows how stressful they can be, and we want to help you in some small way and let you know that we are thinking of you.

Stop by the Library to pick up your very own Finals Care Package. All kinds of goodies ("finals fuel") will be included to make this the smoothest finals week ever! Good luck! Care packages will be available starting Tuesday, December 14 while supplies last.

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teen artist of the month

Siena Adducci u?

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Do you have any habits or routines when you create ?

I love to listen to music wh ile I create or write. Some of my favorite artists are Luke Bryant, Blake Shelton , Dillon Scott, Imagine Dragons, and U2.

Do you keep a sketchbook?

rite themes?

Do you have favo

No, I just decide to paint and go for it.

I love silhouettes

What is the best piece of advice you’ve been given?

Do you do any research wh en creating work?

I scan through other art I hav e seen and look for scenery that resembles my travel memories.

We love to hike through nati onal parks, so I have painted trees, oceans and flowers. We also completed a hot air balloon adventure this past summer, so I re-created tha t.

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and nature.

Work hard, study hard, be kind, and cherish every day. Today and my future will reflect all of those habits. Life is a true blessing, and I am thankful for the many blessings God has given me.

See Siena’s art in the Artist of the Month case in the Teen Scene!

Want to be showcased? Apply at newlenoxlibrary.org/teens or visit the Library for an application.

Online Resources at newlenoxlibrary.org/teens Purdue Online Writing Lab: General writing, research and citation (including MLA, APA, and Chicago guides), avoiding plagiarism, job search writing, and more.

Visit newlenoxlibrary.org/ teens for the week’s newest YA books and media.

EBSCO LearningExpress: Access multiple reference sources in one interface. Learn how to create an account on page 11.

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Peterson's Test and Career Prep: Prep for standardized tests, research college and graduate schools, find tuition assistance, and more. Explore careers, create or update a resume, and prepare for vocational exams.

DMV Practice Tests: Getting your license soon? Get practice help!

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Adult Programs at the Library Take & Makes

Genealogy & History

This program will be presented both in person and through Zoom. For those attending through Zoom, a Zoom link will be sent on December 13.

Genealogy Club: Smoky the War Dog

Wine Cork Pumpkin

Adults Tuesday, November 9 6–7 pm Livestream on Zoom

Adults November 2–13 Adult & Teen Services Desk Need a new piece of decor for your Thanksgiving Table? Stop in and grab a Wine Cork Pumpkin craft kit! Kits available while supplies last.

Crafting with the Cameo: Fall Paper Wreath Adults November 15–20 Digital Media Lab Desk

You’ll love this gorgeous mix of modern and traditional! A chalk or gel pen will be needed (not included). Pick up a kit, cut with the Digital Media Lab’s Silhouette Cameo, while supplies last.

Crafting with the Cameo: Little Reindeer Bag Toppers Adults December 12–17 Digital Media Lab Desk

Have a thoughtful little gift for someone?

Add this cute reindeer to finish the top of a small candy, cookie, or treat bag.

Kits available while supplies last.

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From a lucky chance discovery at the bottom of an abandoned fox hole in Papua New Guinea during WWII, to becoming a famous entertainer, a decorated war hero, and the world’s first official Therapy Dog of record, Smoky’s story is nothing short of amazing.

After being rescued in the jungle she went on to be named the number one mascot in the South Pacific, earned eight battle stars for her bravery, and was the dog that inspired the creation of today’s therapy dog programs. Please join us for this one of a kind Genealogy program about a Hero War Dog! A Zoom link will be sent to registrants on November 8. Registration required.

Genealogy Club 2021 Wrap-Up: Share Your Success Stories!

Adults Tuesday, December 14 6–7 pm Meeting Room B & Zoom

Have you been working on breaking through your genealogy brick walls?

Have you made some really great discoveries on your family tree? Please join us for this end of year meeting to share your success stories and the methods you used that resolved these issues and added more substance to your family history.

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Holiday Petit Fours & Sweets Adults Tuesday, December 9, 6–7pm Livestream on Zoom

Get ready to make your Holidays Merry and Bright with some delicious recipes!

Chef Susan Maddox will demonstrate a few recipes that will add new flavors to your dessert table. Chefs of all skill levels are welcome to attend!

A Zoom link will be sent to registrants the day prior to the program.

Registration required.

Programs at the Library Veterans’ Grab & Go Breakfast Adults Wednesday, November 10 10 am–12 pm Library Foyer

In honor of Veterans Day, we want to say thank you to the men and women who have served our country. If you are a Veteran, you can register to receive a free boxed breakfast from Panera Bread as a way for us to say thank you for your service.

Boxes will contain a bagel, fruit, and juice. Please specify in your registration if you would like a plain, everything, or cinnamon bagel.

Registration required by November 3.

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Adults & Teens Saturday, November 13 1–3 pm Meeting Room AB

Masks are required for in-person programs Felt a Reindeer!

Adults Wednesday, December 1 6–7:15 pm Meeting Room A

Join Natasha Leher Lewis as she teaches us to create a cute wool holiday friend.

Are you an aspiring novelist, literary aficionado, or a regular book lover? Join us for an inside look at the world of novel writing! This local author panel will gather local authors of different genres to talk about their books, their writing process, inspiration and more.

Authors will be available for book purchases and signing after the panel.

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Using needle felting techniques, Natasha will walk you through how to transform wool into “Twiggy the Reindeer.”

Registration for this program will open November 17. Registration required.

Horror Club: Come Closer

by Sara Gran

Adults Wednesday, December 29 6–7 pm Meeting Room A Do you like being scared? Join us once a quarter as we discuss our selected horror film or book. Horror aficionados and newcomers are welcome! All materials discussed will be available to borrow on hoopla.

December’s selection will be Come Closer by Sara Gran. Registration required.

See page 3 for more details.

Registration recommended.

Trivia Night at Beggars Pizza Adults Thursday, November 18, 6–8 pm Beggars Pizza, 650 Maple Street

Looking for something to do on a Thursday night? Look no more! Join us for a brain-busting evening at Beggars Pizza in New Lenox (650 Maple Street, New Lenox).

Enjoy pizza and drinks and answer questions on a multitude of topics.

Play by yourself or as part of a team for prizes! Registration required.

LearningExpress is an online resource that helps you advance your educational, professional, and personal life.

Go to newlenoxlibrary.org/booksservices/azresources. Scroll to LearningExpress, and click on the “Access LearningExpress” button.

With tons of resources in each center, LearningExpress has what you need to prepare for an exam, explore a new career path, and improve your basic writing, math, and computer skills.

You can now browse LearningExpress for free, but you’ll need to create an account in order to save your progress.

There are many structured courses that are grouped into various Centers, including one entirely in Spanish.

• Click Sign In/Register at the top of the page.

• Then click the Register button.

• Enter your first name, email, and a password, and then click Register.

Each course can contain tests, ebooks, courses, tutorials, and articles.

With your account created, you’re ready to start tracking your learning and moving forward.

Mask requirements within the facility are determined by restaurant staff.

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Show Off Your Stuff!

20th Anniversary

Open Sundays

Did you know you can showcase your favorite collection at the Library? The Library has 4 display cases available in Youth Services.

These display cases are open to kids in 8th Grade and younger, as well as organizations focusing on children.

They may be reserved for one month to display collections, art, and information on kid-friendly local organizations.

Go to newlenoxlibrary.org/events/ exhibit-art-collections to download our Display Case Agreement Form. Copies are also available at a Youth Services staff desk.

The Library building is now open on Sundays from 1–5 pm.

Fine Free Did you know New Lenox Library went fine free this year? Research shows that small daily fines aren’t effective in ensuring book returns, but are really effective at keeping people from using the Library when they need it.

Can you believe the Library building is 20 years old this year? Celebrate how far your Library has come, and where we’re going, on Friday, December 10.

We’re in good company: Manhattan-Elwood, Homer Township, Joliet, Plainfield, Three Rivers (Channahon & Minooka), Midlothian, Oak Park, Fountaindale (Bolingbrook), Downers Grove, even Chicago—and many more. New York Public Library just went fine free, too!

If you’re curious about next year’s renovations, you won’t want to miss this event. Keep an eye on social media and Library signage for details.

Pop-Up Programs & Challenges While we plan most of our programs months in advance, we might have pop-up events, challenges, or videos to respond to our community’s needs and interests. Join our eNews list at the bottom of newlenoxlibrary.org, follow New Lenox Public Library on Facebook or @newlenoxlibrary on Instagram to stay in the know!

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