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A NEW LIBRARY CATALOG IN MARCH!
See page 11 for details
LOCAL AUTHOR FAIR
March 8, see back cover for details
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HOW TO REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS
• Go to schaumburglibrary.org/events , call (847) 923-3347 or visit any Library location.
• Registration for some programs opens on specific dates.
PROGRAM DESIGNATIONS
• Central: Program held at the Central Library
• HE Branch: Program held at the Hoffman Estates Branch
• HP Branch: Program held at the Hanover Park Branch
• Online: Program held online on Zoom or similar platform
• Pick-Up: Pick up supplies to complete program at home
ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodations for special assistance will be made upon request, based on availability. If possible, please register at least two weeks prior to the program and call (847) 923-3347 to arrange accommodations.
PHOTO RELEASE
All Library visitors permit the Library to take photos and videos and to use these images in future Library publications and promotions, in print and online.
ALL AGES
Most programs require registration. Please check events at schaumburglibray.org or call (847) 923-3347.
Local Author Fair
Saturday, March 8 • Noon - 3 p.m. • Central Workshop
Afternoon Movie Showing
Wednesdays, March 12, April 9, May 14 • 2-4 p.m. Central Workshop
Disney Movie Bingo
Thursday, March 27 • 2-3 p.m. • Central Workshop
Seed Library
Tuesday, April 1 • 12 a.m. - 11:59 p.m. • Central
Plant Swap
Saturday, April 5 • 1-3 p.m. • Rasmussen
Piano Concert with Vito Scalia
Thursday, April 17 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen North
Celebrate Earth Day: Paper Bead Backpack Tassels
Monday, April 21 • 5-6:30 p.m. • Central Workshop
Schaumburg Library Comic Con
Saturday, April 26 • 1-4 p.m. • Central
CitizenScience: Exploring Biodiversity with Spring Valley Nature Center
Thursday, May 1 • 2-4 p.m. • Spring Valley Nature Center, 1111 E Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg
Evening Board Game Bonanza
Wednesday, May 7 • 6-8 p.m. • Central Workshop
Minds Matter: Mental Health Fair
Saturday, May 17 • 1-3 p.m. • Central Commons
HARPER COLLEGE BIKE SHARE
We’re excited to announce our partnership with Harper College as a location for their Bike Share Program. Three adult-sized, Koloni bikes are available in April for rent at the Central Library. You can find them on the bike racks on the south side of the building.
How does it work?
• Download the free Koloni app onto a smartphone.
• Sign up with an email address or phone number.
• Input a credit or debit card.
• Scan the QR code on the bike to unlock it and begin riding.
People can rent bikes for free for the first hour and then pay $2.00 an hour afterward. Bikes must be returned to the Central Library bike rack or another designated Bike Share location–found on the app. Happy riding!
Schaumburg Library Comic Con®
Saturday, April 26 • 1-4 p.m. • Central Library • All Ages
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s Schaumburg Library’s Comic Con®! In addition to our always-popular Artist Alley featuring local comic book artists, we’ll have photo ops with characters, a Jedi Academy, a costume show, drawing classes, escape rooms, crafts, airbrush tattoos, and more. Costumes are encouraged, so straighten your cape, lace up those boots, and join the fun at this one-day celebration of all things comics and pop culture.
Jedi Academy
Unleash your inner Jedi with Andrew Trygstad–professional entertainer, skilled fencer, singer, and juggler. Kids can craft their very own lightsaber (out of a pool noodle) and then attend the Jedi Academy. Master the Force, young Padawan–your training begins here!
More Fandom Quests
Plan, Print, and Paint: Miniature Figures
Part 1 • Thursday, March 20 • 7-8 p.m.
Central Tech Lab • Teen
Add more to your experience and attend these programs geared towards comics fandom.
Part 2 • Thursday, March 27 • 6:30-8:30 p.m. Innovation Hub • Adult
Hunger Games Release Party
Friday, March 21 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Central Program Room • Teen
Pokémon Party
Monday, March 24 • 5-6 p.m. • Central Program Room Teen
Crafted Creations
Wednesday, March 26, Sunday, April 27 • 2-3 p.m. Central Craft Room • Tween
A History of Steampunk
Tuesday, April 1 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen Room Adult
Virtual Field Trip
Tuesday, April 15 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Craft Room Youth
Advanced Video Editing: Superhero Effects
Thursday, April 24 • 4-5:30 p.m.
Central Tech Lab • Tween
Geek Out Trivia
Thursday, April 24 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Central Rasmussen Room • Adult
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Most programs require registration. Please check events at schaumburglibray.org or call (847) 923-3439.
STORYTIMES
Weekly storytimes, featuring stories, songs, and puppets are offered at various locations by age, including bilingual options. Our online calendar has all the details. Visit schaumburglibrary.
org/events for:
• Program Descriptions
• Registration/Locations
PRESCHOOL
New Parent Support Group:
Building Community and Accessing Local Resources
Monday, March 3 • 10:30-11:30 a.m. • Central Workshop
Stories and STEAM: Wind and Weather
Monday, March 3 • 1-2 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Baby Play
Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18, April 15, 22, 29 • 10 a.m. - Noon Central Workshop
Tuesdays, March 25, April 1, 8, May 6-27 • 10-11 a.m. Central Youth Program Room
Connect and Play Library Playdate
Fridays, March 7, May 2 • 10:30-11:30 a.m. Central Craft Room
Sesame Street Party
Monday, March 10 • 1-2 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Music Explorers
Thursdays, March 13, 20 • 9:15-9:45 a.m. • 10-10:30 a.m. Central Workshop
Art Adventures
Thursdays, March 20, April 24, May 1, 15, 29 • 1-1:45 p.m. Central Craft Room
Untidy Toddlers
Monday, March 24, Friday, May 30 • 10-10:45 a.m. Central Craft Room
Infant Massage
Friday, March 28 • 10-10:45 a.m. Central Youth Program Room
WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD
Tasty Tuesday
Tuesday, April 8 • 1-2 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Work Together Wednesday Wednesday, April 9 • 1-2 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Artsy Thursday Thursday, April 10 • 1-2 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Family Friday Friday, April 11 • 10-11 a.m. • Central Craft Room
Storybook Studio: Planting a Rainbow
Monday, May 5 • 1-2 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Dress for Mess: Dragons Love Tacos
Tuesday, May 13 • 1-1:45 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Mini Movers
Friday, May 16 • 10-10:30 a.m.
Central Youth Program Room
ELEMENTARY
Rubber Band Pencil Toppers
Tuesday, March 4 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Craft Room
DIY Conveyor Belt Cinema
Friday, March 7 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Craft Room
The Write Stuff
Saturdays, March 8, May 24, Wednesday, April 2, Various times • Central Craft Room
Kindergarten Kiddos
Sunday, March 9, Tuesday, May 27 • Various times Central Craft Room
Holi Celebration
Tuesday, March 11 • 5-6 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Virtual Field Trip
Saturday, March 15, Tuesdays, April 15, May 6 Various times • Central Craft Room
Book Explorers
Tuesday, March 25, Friday, May 23 • Various times
Central Craft Room
LEGO® Building Challenge
Thursdays, March 27, April 10 • Saturday, May 17
Various times • Central Youth Program Room
Scooby-Doo Mystery Party
Tuesday, April 1 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Youth Program Room
Fun with Animals Mini Art
Saturday, April 12 • 3-3:45 p.m. • Central Craft Room
STEAM Discovery: Humpback Whales
Sunday, April 13 • 2-3 p.m. • Central Craft Room
How To: Apple Pie Play Dough
Monday, April 21 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Art Studio: Kenojuak Ashevak
Tuesday, April 22 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Mindful Moments
Friday, May 2 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Studying Smell
Monday, May 5 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Creative Coding Challenge
Wednesday, May 28 • 4-5 p.m.
Central Youth Program Room
ADAPTIVE
Autism Movement Therapy
Wednesdays, March 5, 19, April 9, 23, May 7, 21
5-5:45 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Autism Movement Therapy for Tweens Wednesdays, March 5, 19, April 9, 23, May 7, 21 6-6:45 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Early Intervention Playgroup Thursdays, March 6, April 3, May 8 • 10-11 a.m.
Central Youth Program Room
Adaptive Book Explorers
Mondays, March 10, May 12, Thursday, April 17 • 5-6 p.m. Central Craft Room
Adaptive Storytime
Saturday, March 22, April 5, May 3 • 10-11 a.m.
Central Craft Room
BILINGUAL
Leer y Explorar: Spanish Bilingual Book Club
Saturday, March 1, Sundays, April 6, May 4 • Various times Central Craft Room
Cuentos y Canciones: Spanish
Bilingual Storytime
Wednesdays, March 12, April 16, May 14 • 6-6:45 p.m.
Central Craft Room
Story Explorers
Sunday, March 16 • 2-3 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Polski dwujęzyczny/Polish
Bilingual Storytime
Wednesdays, March 26, April 30, May 29 • 6-6:45 p.m.
Central Youth Program Room
Bilingual Story Explorers
/Japanese
Friday, March 28, April 11, May 16 • 4-5 p.m.
Central Craft Room • 5-9 years Сторітайм
Tuesday, May 20 • 6:30-7 p.m.
Central Youth Program Room
Storytime
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Most programs require registration. Please check events at schaumburglibray.org or call (847) 923-3439.
TWEEN
Dungeons & Dragons
Sunday, March 2, Wednesday, April 23, Tuesday, May 20
Various times • Central Youth Program Room
Tween Studio
Mondays, March 3, April 14, Friday, May 9 • 4-5 p.m.
Central Craft Room
Tween Council
Thursday, March 6 • 4-5:30 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Saturday, April 19, Sunday, May 18 • Various times
Central Youth Program Room
Intermediate Chess
Thursdays, March 13, May 22, Friday, April 4 • 4-5 p.m.
Central Youth Program Room
Calming Tea Hour
Tuesday, March 18 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Advanced Machine Sewing: Pencil Pouch
Monday, March 24 • 2-3:30 p.m. • Central Program Room
Crafted Creations
Wednesday, March 26, Sunday, April 27, Thursday, May 29
Various times • Central Craft Room
Tween Coding
Saturday, March 29, Thursday, May 1 • Various times
Central Tech Lab
Plan Your Dream Vacation
Sunday, March 30 • 2-3 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Minecraft Movie Premiere Party
Monday, March 31 • 2-3 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Calligraphy Boot Camp
Tuesday, April 8 • 4-5:30 p.m. • Central Craft Room
In Conversation with Jasmine Warga
Friday, April 11 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Central Youth Program Room
Join us for a discussion with Jasmine Warga as she discusses her life and books and answers questions. At 4 p.m., mingle and enjoy a snack beforehand.
Advanced Video Editing: Superhero Effects
Thursday, April 24 • 4-5:30 p.m. • Central Tech Lab
Simple Hand Sewing
Friday, April 25 • Saturday, May 31 • Various times Central Craft Room
Bad Art
Monday, April 28 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Tween STEAM: Simple Circuits
Wednesday, April 30 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Craft Room
Advanced Calligraphy: Drop Shadows
Saturday, May 10 • 3-4 p.m. • Central Craft Room
I Spy Collage
Thursday, May 15 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Craft Room
SpongeBob Celebration
Monday, May 19 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Youth Program Room
Tween Fest
Wednesday, May 21 • 2-4 p.m.
Central Youth Program Room
Enjoy mini versions of some of our favorite programs, such as hand sewing, calligraphy, coding, an escape room, candy tasting, trivia, and more.
More Online
We can’t fit it all in this Guide! Our online calendar has all the details. Visit schaumburglibrary.org/events for:
• Program Descriptions
• Registration/Locations
• More Programs
HANOVER PARK BRANCH
ALL AGES
Evening Movie Showing
Wednesdays, March 12, April 9, May 14 • 6:30-9 p.m. HP Branch
Scrabble, Scattergories, and More
Wednesdays, March 26, April 23, May 28 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.
HP Branch
Afternoon Movie Showing
Fridays, March 28, April 25, May 23 • 1-3 p.m. • HP Branch
Sign Language and Disability
Awareness Program
Wednesdays, April 23, 30 • 6:30-8 p.m. • HP Branch
ADULTS
Citizenship Classes
Registration Day: Saturday, March 1 • 9:30 – 2:30 p.m. HP Branch
Saturdays, March 8 – June 14 • 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
HP Branch
YOUTH/TEEN
Family Storytime
Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18, April 15, 22, 29 • 10-10:30 a.m.
HP Branch • 0-5 years w/caregiver
Music Explorers
Tuesdays, March 4, 11 • 4:30-5 p.m., 5:15-5:45 p.m. HP Branch • 0-5 years w/caregiver
Teen Volunteer Hours
Wednesdays, March 5, May 7, Tuesday, April 15 • 5-7 p.m. HP Branch • Grades 9-12
Evening Storytime
Thursdays, March 6, 13, 20, April 17, 24, May 1 • 6:30-7 p.m. HP Branch • 0-5 years w/caregiver
Baby Play
Fridays, March 7-May 30 • 10-11 a.m. • HP Branch 0-18 months w/caregiver
Crafternoon
Wednesdays, March 12, April 9, May 14 • 3:30-4:15 p.m. HP Branch • 5-12 years
TECNOLOGÍA/TECH
Clases de computacion en español
Tuesdays, March 11, 25, April 8, 22, May 6, 20 6:30-8:30 p.m. • HP Branch
Senior Android Phone/Tablet 1
Wednesday, March 19 • 10 a.m. - Noon • HP Branch
Senior Android Phone/Tablet 2
Thursday, March 20 • 10 a.m. - Noon • HP Branch
Senior Android Phone/Tablet 3
Wednesday, March 26 • 10 a.m. - Noon • HP Branch
Senior Android Phone/Tablet 4
Thursday, March 27 • 10 a.m. - Noon • HP Branch
Google Drive
Tuesday, May 6 • 10 a.m. - Noon • HP Branch
Google Sheets 1
Thursday, May 8 • 10 a.m. - Noon • HP Branch Most programs require registration. Please check events at schaumburglibray.org or call (847) 923-3347.
Wednesday, May 7 • 10 a.m. - Noon • HP Branch
Google Sheets Formulas and Functions
Chair Yoga
Wednesdays, March 5, April 2, May 7 • 2:30-3:30 p.m.
HP Branch
ESL Conversation Club
Thursdays, March 6-May 15 • 1:30-2:30 p.m. • HP Branch
Coronas para Primavera
Tuesday, April 1 • 7-8 p.m. • HP Branch
Coffee, Coloring, Crossword
Friday, April 11, May 9 • 1-2 p.m. • HP Branch
Joy of Perennials
Wednesday, April 16 • 6:30-8:30 p.m. • HP Branch
Laughing Yoga
Thursday, May 8 • 7-8 p.m. • HP Branch
Art Adventures
Thursday, March 13 • 11-11:45 a.m. • HP Branch Thursday, May 22 • 1-1:45 p.m. • HP Branch 2-5 years w/caregiver
Tween Videogame Challenge
Thursdays, March 20, May 8 • 4-5 p.m. • HP Branch 9-12 years
Music Monday: Week of the Young Child Monday, April 7 • 10-10:30 a.m. • HP Branch 0-5 years w/caregiver
Tween/Teen STEAM: Sticker Therapy
Thursday, April 17 • 4:30-5:30 p.m. • HP Branch • 11-14 years
Book Explorers:
Our Planet! There’s No Place Like Earth Tuesday, April 29 • 4-5 p.m. • HP Branch • 5-8 years
ALL AGES
Evening Movie Showing: The Muppets
Wednesday, March 26 • 6-8 p.m. • HE Branch
Drop-in Cardmaking
Saturday, May 3 • 10 a.m. - Noon • HE Branch
ADULT
Introduction to Amateur Radio: Presented by The Schaumburg Amateur Radio Club
Saturdays, March 1, 8, 15 • 9:30-11:30 a.m. • HE Branch
ESL Conversation Club
Mondays, March 3-May 19 • 10-11 a.m. • HE Branch
Chair Yoga
Wednesdays, March 19, April 16, May 21 • 2-3 p.m. HE Branch
Bone Density Testing
Thursday, March 20 • 1-3 p.m. • Thursday, April 17
3-5 p.m. • Thursday, May 15 • 2-4 p.m. • HE Branch
Artist Empowerment Workshop: How to Make an Impact with Your Art
Thursday, March 20 • 7-8:30 p.m. • HE Branch
Death Cafe
Tuesday, April 1 • 7-8:30 p.m. • HE Branch
Restoring Prairie, Woods, and Pond with Author Laurie Lawlor
Saturday, April 5 • 2-3 p.m. • HE Branch
HOFFMAN ESTATES BRANCH
Coffee, Coloring, Crosswords
Fridays, April 25, May 23 • 10-11 a.m. • HE Branch
Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning Basics
Wednesday, April 30 • 7-8:30 p.m. • HE Branch
Mindful Art Workshop
Thursday, May 1 • 7-8 p.m. • HE Branch
Andrew Carnegie and His Libraries
Monday, May 12 • 1-2:30 p.m. • HE Branch
Book Discussion: The Wedding People Wednesday, May 14 • 6-7 p.m. • HE Branch
YOUTH/TEEN
Evening Storytime
Mondays, March 3, 10, 17, April 14, 28 • 6:30-7 p.m.
HE Branch • 0-5 years with caregiver
Family Storytime
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, April 16, 23, 30 10-10:30 a.m. • HE Branch • 0-5 years with caregiver
Teen Volunteer Hours
Wednesdays, March 5, April 2, May 7 • 5-7 p.m.
HE Branch • Grades 9-12
Baby Play Thursdays, March 6-May 29 • 10-11 a.m. • HE Branch
0-18 months with caregiver
Music Explorers
Thursday, March 6 • 4:30-5 p.m., 5:15-5:45 p.m. • HE Branch 0-5 years with caregiver
Crafternoon
Wednesdays, March 12, April 9, May 14 • 3:30-4:15 p.m.
HE Branch • 5-12 years
Art Studio
Monday, March 17, Tuesday, May 13 • 4-5 p.m. • HE Branch 6-9 years
Perler Bead Art
Monday, March 24 • 2-3:30 p.m. • HE Branch
Family Bingo
Friday, March 28 • 10-10:45 a.m. • HE Branch
Tween Videogame Challenge
Thursday, April 3 • 4-5 p.m. • HE Branch • 9-12 years
Music Monday: Week of the Young Child Monday, April 7 • 6:30-7 p.m. • HE Branch 0-5 years w/caregiver
Art Adventures
Thursdays, April 17, May 8 • 1-1:45 p.m. • HE Branch 2-5 years w/caregiver
Tween/Teen STEAM: Pentonimoes
Thursday, May 1 • 4:30-5:30 p.m. • HE Branch • 11-14 years
TECNOLOGÍA/TECH
Clases de computacion en español
Thursdays, March 6, April 3, May 8, Tuesday, March 18, Wednesday, April 16 • 6:30-8:30 p.m. • HE Branch
Google Docs 1
Tuesday, April 8 • 10 a.m. - Noon • HE Branch
TEEN PROGRAMS
Most programs require registration. Please check events at schaumburglibray.org or call (847) 923-3347.
GENERAL INTEREST
After School Chess Tournament
Mondays, March 3-May 26 • 4-5 p.m. • Online
Teen Social Hour
Tuesday, March 4, Wednesday, April 23, Monday, May 5 6-7 p.m. • Central Program Room
College Finance and Life Panel
Wednesday, March 5 • 6:30-8 p.m.
Central Program Room
The College of DuPage, Harper College, and Lake Forest College present two panels to help prepare teens and guardians for college and share financial aid options.
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Tuesdays, March 11, April 8, May 13 • 5-7 p.m. Central Program Room
Teen Multicultural Club
Wednesdays, March 12, April 9, May 7 • 6-7 p.m. Central Program Room
Self-Care Tuesday
Tuesdays, March 18, April 29 • 6-7 p.m. Central Program Room
Hunger Games Release Party
Friday, March 21 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Central Program Room
Celebrate the release of the new book by making fandom buttons, stickers, and trivia. Dress up as your favorite Hunger Games character.
Pokémon Party
Monday, March 24 • 5-6 p.m. • Central Program Room
Book Chat with Abbey and Allison
Wednesday, April 2 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Program Room
Tween/Teen Escape Room: Amazon Rainforest
Friday, May 2 • 4:30-5:30 p.m. • Central Youth Program Room
Finals Week: Brain Break Room
Monday, May 19-21 • 5-7 p.m. • Central Workshop
CRAFTS
Monthly Pick-Up Craft
All Locations
March: Blackout Poetry
April: Boba Tea Magnet
May: Rainbow Garland
Teen Crafternoon
Fridays, March 7, April 4 • 4-5 p.m. • Central Program Room
Teen Art Studio
Wednesday, March 26 • 5-6 p.m. • Tuesday, April 15, Wednesday, May 28 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Program Room
Teen Trends: Diamond Painting Thursday, March 27 • 3-5 p.m. • Central Program Room
Heat Transfer to Shirt Monday, April 14 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Program Room
Adaptive Teen DIY
Wednesday, April 16 • 5-5:45 p.m. • Friday, May 16 4:30-5:15 p.m. • Central Program Room
Learn to Sew Basics Tuesday, April 22 • 5:30-7:30 p.m. • Central Program Room
VOLUNTEERING
Teen Volunteer Hours
Saturdays, March 15, April 12, May 3 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • Central Program Room
Junior High Volunteer Hours
Fridays, March 21, April 18 • 4-5:30 p.m. • Sunday, May 11 2-3:30 p.m. • Central Craft Room
TEEN TECH
Robotic Challenges
Monday, March 3 • 5:30-7 p.m. • Central Program Room
Teen Music Collective
Thursdays, March 6, 20, April 3, 17, May 1, 15 • 6-7 p.m.
Saturdays, March 8, 22, April 5, 19, May 3, 17
9:30-11 a.m.
Central Program Room
Mini Soldering Project
Monday, March 10 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Program Room
3D Design and Print
Mondays, March 17, April 21 • 6-7 p.m.
Central Program Room
AI and Infinite Craft
Monday, March 31 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Program Room
Circuits and Arduino
Monday, April 7 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Program Room
Laser Cut Project
Monday, April 28 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Program Room
GENERAL INTEREST
Coffee, Coloring, Crosswords
Fridays, March 7, 21, April 4, 18, May 2, 16, 30 • 10-11 a.m. Central Workshop
Turning Plans into Achievements
Monday, March 10 • 6:30-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen South
Game Night for Friends, Family, and People with Disabilities
Tuesday, March 11 • 5:30-6:30 • Central Workshop Ages 16+
Mississippi River Adventures
Wednesday, March 12 • 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Central Rasmussen Room
Leslie Goddard as Lucille Ball
Thursday, March 13 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen Room
Civic Awareness Series with the League of Women Voters
Tuesdays, March 25, April 22, May 27 • 7-8 p.m.
Central Rasmussen Room
GREAT GATSBY 100TH ANNIVERSARY
Lynn Rymarz as Zelda Fitzgerald
Thursday, April 3 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen Room
Afternoon Movie Showing:
The Great Gatsby
Wednesday, April 9 • 2-4:30 p.m. • Central Workshop
The Great Gatsby Anniversary Party
Thursday, April 10 • 7-8:30 p.m.
Central Rasmussen Room
Book Discussion: The Great Gatsby Tuesday, April 15 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Workshop
ADULT PROGRAMS
Frederick Law Olmsted’s Design of
Riverside, Illinois
Wednesday, April 9 • 6:30-7:45 p.m. • Online
Songs of the Silver Screen
Thursday, April 24 • 1-2:30 p.m. • Central Workshop
Geek Out Trivia: Comic Con
Thursday, April 24 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Central Rasmussen Room
Artificial Intelligence 101
Tuesday, April 29 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen Room
Fred Astaire:
Style and Grace on the Screen
Thursday, May 15 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen Room
Katherine Hepburn: A One Woman Musical
Thursday, May 22 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen Room
CRAFTS
Plan, Print, and Paint: Miniature Figures
Comic Con
Part 1 • Thursday, March 20 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Tech Lab
Part 2 • Thursday, March 27 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Innovation Hub
Blackout Poetry Art
Monday, March 24 • 6:30-8:30 p.m. • Central Tech Lab
MONEY AND FINANCE
College Finance and Life Panel
Wednesday, March 5 • 6:30-8 p.m. • Central Program Room
Finding Grants with Foundation Directory
Wednesday, March 5 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Tech Lab
Estate Planning Explained Monday, March 24 • 6:30-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen South
Como Funciona el Crédito
Wednesday, April 2 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Adult Classroom
Planning for Retirement
Thursday, April 3 • 7-8:30 p.m. • Online
Navigating Student Loans: Understanding Your Options Monday, April 7 • 7-8:30 p.m. • Online
Investing, Banking, Insurance, and More Tuesday, April 8 • 10-11 a.m. • Central Rasmussen South
Role and Responsibilities of a Will Executor
Wednesday, April 23 • 6:30-8 p.m.
Central Rasmussen North
Terry Savage Talks Money Wednesday, April 23 • 7-8:30 p.m. • Online
Making the Most of Social Security Tuesday, May 6 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen Room
NOTABLE NAMES
ILLINOIS LIBRARIES PRESENT
Exploring Space with Coralie Adam Tuesday, March 4 • 7-8 p.m. • Online
Documentary Screening: 9 to 5: The Story of a Movement Friday, March 21 • 2-3:30 p.m. • Online
The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson Thursday, April 10 • 7-8 p.m. • Online
Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat Saturday, May 3 • 2-3 p.m. • Online
Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond Thursday, May 15 • 7-8 p.m. • Online
ADULT PROGRAMS
Most programs require registration. Please check events at schaumburglibray.org or call (847) 923-3347.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Blood Pressure and Bone Density Clinic
Thursday, April 17 • 1-4 p.m. • Central Workshop
Soundbath Meditation
Saturday, May 24 • 1-2 p.m. • Central Rasmussen Room
HISTORY
World War II Women Spies
Thursday, March 6 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen Room
Night with a Museum
Tuesdays, March 18, April 15, May 20 • 7-8 p.m. • Online
A History of Steampunk: Comic Con
Tuesday, April 1 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen Room
Time Travelling Through Illinois:
Well-Preserved Stories From Our State’s Past
Wednesday, May 14 • 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Central Rasmussen Room
GENEALOGY
Explore U.S. Church Records: Find Family
Tuesday, March 11 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Central Rasmussen North
Genealogy Small Discussion Group:
Discuss and Grow
Wednesdays, March 26, April 30, May 28 • 6-7 p.m.
Tuesday, May 20 • 2-3 p.m. • Central Rasmussen North
Jewish European Ancestry from Ukraine, Poland, Russia, and Romania
Tuesday, April 8 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Central Rasmussen North
Using Fold3: Making Use of a Genealogical Tool
Tuesday, May 13 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Central Rasmussen North
BOOK DISCUSSIONS
Beyond the Book
Tuesdays, March 18, May 20 • 10-11 a.m.
Central Rasmussen South
Thursdays, March 20, April 17, May 15 • 7-8 p.m.
Central Workshop
Tuesdays, March 25, April 22, May 27 • 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Central Rasmussen South
Wednesday, May 28 • March 26, April 23 • 2-3 p.m.
Online
Random History Book Discussion: Book and Dagger
Wednesday, March 5 • 7-8 p.m.
Central Adult Classroom OR Online
Women’s History Book Bonanza
Monday, March 17 • 2-3 p.m. • Central Workshop
Second Floor Reads Non-Fiction
Book Discussion
Wednesdays, March 19, April 16, May 21 • 6:30-8 p.m.
Central Adult Classroom OR Online
50+ Book Discussion
Mondays, March 24, April 28, May 19 • 1-2 p.m.
Triphahn Center, 1685 W Higgins Rd, Hoffman Estates Hour to Kill True Crime Book Discussion: The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum
Thursday, May 1 • 7-8 p.m. • Central Rasmussen North
Rising from poverty in 1850s New York, Fredericka Mandelbaum became a wealthy philanthropist—while secretly running the nation’s most notorious stolen-goods empire. Blending crime and commerce, she turned theft into a business, orchestrating major robberies and shaping the city’s underworld.
LITERACY AND CITIZENSHIP
Citizenship Class: Registration Day
Thursday, March 13 • 5:45-8:45 p.m.
Central Adult Classroom
Read Together: ESL Book Club
Thursdays, March 20, April 3, 17, May 1, 15 • 10-11 a.m.
Central Adult Classroom
Citizenship N-400 Workshop
Staurday, March 22 • 10. a.m. - Noon • Central Workshop
CLASES DE COMPUTACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL
Ofrecemos una serie de clases básicas de informática en español para ayudarle a desarrollar habilidades esenciales y navegar en el mundo digital. Visita rebrand.ly/ jtgpmuy o escanea el código QR para obtener más detalles.
TECH PROGRAMS
We can’t fit it all in this Guide! Our technology assistance staff present classes to help with various technology subjects, for all ages. Our online calendar has all the details.
Visit schaumburglibrary.org/events
TECH
ChatGPT and AI
Sundays, March 2, May 4 • 1-3 p.m. • Central
Windows 11 Level 1
Tuesday, March 4 • 10 a.m. - Noon • Saturday, May 31
10 a.m. - Noon • Central Tech Lab
Excel 1
Sunday, March 9 • 1-3 p.m. • Central Tech Lab
Saturday, April 12 • 10 a.m. - Noon • Central Tech Lab
Canva
Sunday, March 23 • 1-3 p.m. • Central Tech Lab
Tuesday, May 13 • 6-8 p.m. • Central Tech Lab
Senior iPad/iPhone 1:
Monday, April 14 • 10 a.m. - Noon • Central Tech Lab
Senior iPad/iPhone 2
Tuesday, April 15 • 10 a.m. - Noon • Central Tech Lab
Excel Dates and Logic
Saturday, April 19 • 10 a.m. - Noon • Central Tech Lab
Excel Formulas and Functions
Saturday, April 19 • 1-3 p.m. • Central Tech Lab
Senior Windows 11 Level 1 - Part A
Tuesday, April 29 • 10 a.m. - Noon • Central Tech Lab
Senior Windows 11 Level 1 - Part B
Wednesday, April 30 • 10 a.m. - Noon • Central Tech Lab
Senior Android Phone/Tablet 1
Tuesday, May 27
• 10 a.m. - Noon • Central Tech Lab
Senior Android Phone/Tablet 2
Wednesday, May 28 • 10 a.m. - Noon • Central Tech Lab
A NEW LIBRARY CATALOG IN MARCH!
We’re rolling out a brand-new library catalog with a fresh, user-friendly interface this spring. Searching for your favorite books, placing holds, and discovering new titles will be easier than ever. Our staff is fully trained and happy to assist you.
In February, we’ll temporarily pause adding items to the catalog and briefly pause placing new holds right before the big launch in March. We appreciate your patience while we work to improve your library experience.
IMPORTANT DATES
• February 17: Due dates are extended through April 9
• March 3: Holds are paused. Anything placed on hold will transfer to the new system on March 19.
• March 9: Holds not picked up will transfer to the indoor Holds Pickup by the Circulation Desk and are available through March 19.
• March 10 through 18: The online catalog will be read-only, and cardholder accounts will be offline. (Staff can still check out items but will not be able to check in materials.)
• March 19: the new catalog is LIVE on our website
• March 19: launching the new mobile app
• After March 19: Update your acount information and communication preferences at schaumburglibrary. org Grab your library card and PIN to log on.
Get Ready and Save Your Checkout History
We recommend that you save your Checkout History by March 9. You can download your list by logging in to your Account, going into History, and choosing the “Print History” option.
New Catalog Features:
• Create family relationships between accounts and view from one log-in.
• Check out and hold eBooks, audiobooks, and more from the catalog.
• Select a preferred pickup location.
• Change contact preferences to email, text, or automatic calls.
• Create “saved searches” to get updates whenever new items are added to the catalog and place a hold.
Please Note
• Library account numbers and PINS will not change.
• Keep your materials between March 10 and 19; we cannot check them back into your account.
• Purchasing new and requested materials resumes after the new catalog is active.
Library App
Part of the upgrade to a new catalog includes the development of our own Library app. You can download the app from your App Store beginning March 19.
For full details scan
QR Code or visit schaumburglibrary.org/about/news/new-catalog
ALL LOCATIONS CLOSED
Easter
Sunday, April 20
Memorial Day
Monday, May 26
Central Library
ACCESSIBILITY RAMP PROJECT
REFLECTION ROOM
130 S. ROSELLE ROAD SCHAUMBURG, IL (847) 985-4000
Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday Noon – 5 p.m.
Hanover Park Branch
1266 IRVING PARK ROAD • HANOVER PARK, IL (630) 372-7800
This spring, we are announcing the construction of a brand-new ramp on the east-facing side of the Central building. Visitors with strollers, wheelchairs, and mobility concerns will have easier access to the building, especially coming from Town Square. We are excited to begin this project to offer more convenience to our patrons. The Illinois Secretary of State has awarded Schaumburg Library a $50,000 remodeling for accessibility grant to help fund this project. Watch our website for updates.
Very soon, patrons can utilize our new Reflection Room located on the second floor of the Central location. This space is set aside for some quiet reflection, contemplation, prayer, or meditation. Let’s face it–life can be hectic and doesn’t allow for much quiet time and we are happy to provide a place for privacy. Patrons can ask at the Reference Desk to reserve a 30 minute time slot. Cell phones, devices, or computers are not allowed in this room.
LOCAL AUTHOR FAIR
Saturday, March 8 • Noon - 3 p.m. • Central Workshop
Join us for our popular fair showcasing local authors. Meet fiction and nonfiction authors writing for youth, teens, and adults, including some titles in Spanish and Gujarati. Many of the authors appearing this year are award-winning authors from these categories: Bram Stoker Award winner, NPR Best Book List, Ray Bradbury Creative Writing Prize, Illinois Indie Author Project “Soon to be Famous” Award, and more.
