Highlights Newsletter - Elk Grove Village Public Library

Elk Grove Village Public Library
Highlights
Fall 2016
www.egvpl.org
R TRIVIA
BLITZ with Game Show Gurus
Wednesday, September 7 @ 7pm
Join us for this Adult Summer Reading Program finale’s night
of trivia! Test your knowledge at this interactive game show
featuring music, movie, and TV trivia from the 1950’s to the
present. Come for an evening of fun, food and prizes.
R Alexander Hamilton: The American Rags to Riches Story
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Sunday, September 25 @ 2pm
As the hit Broadway musical Hamilton opens in Chicago, historical
portrayer, Terry Lynch, will give us a historical perspective into
our first Secretary of the Treasury. Alexander Hamilton was born in
the Caribbean and abandoned as a child. Learn how these humble
beginnings planted the seeds of opportunity for this founding father, who
in turn created opportunities for others by helping to create a government
that he could never run as President.
R Lights Out, Everybody: Mystery & Horror during the Golden Age of Radio
Monday, October 24 @ 7pm
Inside:
Bus Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Adult Programs . . . . . . . . . 2
Youth Programs . . . . . . . . . . 5
Young Adult Programs . . . . . 7
Friends’ Mini Book Sales . . . . 8
Other News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
R Registration begins September 1st
for Adult Programs & Bus Trips.
Volume 39, Number 4
Travel back in time for a special evening of mystery,
chills, and thrills. Music, voices and sounds create
frightening “pictures” in the imaginations of those
that experience “the theater of the mind” as presented
by radio historian Steve Darnall. He will bring us a
program of goose-bump-inducing sound clips from
radio’s scariest shows like Escape, Inner Sanctum,
and Lights Out.
R Pearl
Harbor: A Day That Will Live in Infamy
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Monday, November 28 @ 7pm
Historian, Jim Gibbons, will talk about the beginnings of the storms of war that led to
the predawn attack 75 years ago. He will explain how our government in Washington
and the people of the America were wooed to vulnerability and then struck hard by the
Empire of Japan. After suffering
a devastating naval loss in less
than two hours that was more
than the entire naval losses in
World War I, the people of
this country (as FDR stated),
“In their righteous might [did]
succeed to absolute victory!”
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Adult Programs
Bus Trips
Adult Programs
R-$Chicago’s Golden Era: Prairie Ave Historic District
& Union League Club
Wednesday, October 19 from 8:15am – 3pm
See some of the exquisite mansions of our city’s
historic past from the 1890’s. A local Chicago guide
joins us in the Prairie Avenue Historic District, home
to Chicago’s elite of the 1800’s. The neighborhood,
once home to Marshall Field, features the Kimball
Mansion, Wheeler Mansion, and Clarke House,
Chicago’s oldest surviving building. We’ll have a guided tour of the Glessner
House, where modern American architecture began. Our lunch today is at
the historic Union League Club* for a fabulous luncheon buffet. This private
club dates back to the 1800’s, where its members had been instrumental in
establishing many of Chicago’s cultural icons including Orchestra Hall, the
Field Museum, and the Art Institute, and were the driving force for the city
to host the 1893 Columbian Exposition. We’ll also tour the club’s incredible
art collection…one of the oldest and most important private collections
of American art in the Midwest.*IMPORTANT NOTE* Union League
Club Dress Code: Business Casual Attire - defined as: Men: collared shirt and
slacks (no dress denim). Women: slacks or skirt with blouse or sweater. T-shirts,
sweatshirts and athletic attire including running or tennis shoes are prohibited.
$82 tickets are available at the Registration/Information Desk.
R-$Four Winds Casino in New Buffalo
Wednesday, November 30 from 9am – 5pm
Enjoy one of Midwest’s most popular
casinos which includes slots, video poker
and exciting table games such as Blackjack,
Craps, Baccarat and Poker. Four Winds
Casino features four restaurants open for
lunch, and a buffet featuring hand-carved
meats and a dessert station. Your package
includes $15 instant slot play and $10
food credit, which can be used for lunch.
Participants must be 21 years or older and have proof of age for the trip.
$31 tickets are available at the Registration/Information Desk.
R-$Lawry’s & Lights…including Magnificent Mile
& Lincoln Park Zoo
Sunday, December 4 from 1:30 – 9pm
Movie Nights @ 7pm
Genius
Monday, October 3
PG-13; 104 minutes;
Biography/Drama
Colin Firth stars in this biopic
of famous literary editor Max
Perkins, which centers on
his personal and professional
relationship with eccentric author
Thomas Wolfe. As Wolfe becomes
consumed with his lengthy novels and begins to
alienate his lover Aline Bernstein, Perkins struggles
to reel in his talent in order to deliver another bestseller for Scribner Publishing during the 1930s.
Also starring Jude Law & Nicole Kidman.
Cell
Monday, October 10
R; 98 minutes; SciFi/Suspense
Based on Stephen King’s best-selling
novel of the same name, Cell follows
a desperate New England artist as
he searches for his son following the
broadcast of a mysterious cell-phone
signal that transforms people into
rampaging maniacs. In time, he and two other
survivors attempt to find safety as society disintegrates.
Starring John Cusack & Samuel L. Jackson.
Alice Through the
Looking Glass
Tuesday, October 25
PG; 113 minutes: Fantasy/Adventure
Alice returns to Wonderland after finding
success in the real world as a ship’s captain,
only to discover that the Mad Hatter is
suffering from severe depression. Eager
to help her friend, she steals a time-travel
device called the Chronosphere and journeys into the
past in order to save the Hatter’s family. Elsewhere,
the deposed Red Queen also attempts to go back in
time and heal old wounds. Starring Johnny Depp &
Helena Bonham Carter.
After an early afternoon departure, visit the
colorful Christkindlmarket at Daley Plaza to
shop for holiday crafts. Enjoy a late lunch/early
dinner at Lawry’s: The Prime Rib, a Chicago
restaurant legend. The restaurant, in the old
McCormick Mansion, is magnificently decorated
for the holidays, and an unforgettable dining
experience. Later enjoy a narrated, guided tour
of the breathtaking Christmas Lights and the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival along
Michigan Avenue. Our evening concludes with a stop at Lincoln Park Zoo for their
22nd annual holiday “Zoo Lights” festival—featuring more than 2 million lights in
imaginative displays throughout the zoo. Zoo Lights festivities include visits with Santa,
musical light shows and free holiday crafts. Warm spiced wine and frosty lagers are also
available for purchase. $87 tickets are available at the Registration/Information Desk.
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R Money Smart Meetup
(Thursdays @ 7pm)
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September 15, October 20,
& November 17
Conference Room
Spend less and save more without
sacrificing fun. Drop in at our
monthly Money Smart Meetups
for information, ideas and inspiration to
improve your finances. Find out how small
steps can make a big difference, whether
you’re getting out of debt, saving for a
family vacation or building your retirement
fund. Join us for a different theme each
month, such as investing, couponing or
saving for college.
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Arts ‘n Crafts Corner
R-$ Ceramic Night Out (Wednesdays @ 7pm)
Tall Pumpkin Set – September 14
Witch Night Light – October 12
Pumpkin Basket – November 9
R Adult Crafts
Registration for Elk Grove cardholders begins September 1. Open registration begins September 15.
Spend time with fellow crafters and leave with a finished project.
Adult Programs
Randy Skepnek will lead these ceramics classes with all the supplies needed to create
a beautiful and functional item. $15 materials non-refundable materials fee is due at
time of registration.
Painting for Non-Painters
Saturday, September 10 from 1:30-3:30pm
You don’t have to be an artist, just follow along with the step-by-step process, to create
this beautiful Field of Flowers acrylic painting.
Book Discussions
Under One Roof: Lessons I Learned
from a Tough Old Woman in a
Little Old House by Barry Martin
Tuesday, September 6 @ 10:30am
The Martian by Andy Weir
Tuesday, September 20 @ 7:30pm
Be Frank with Me
by Julia Claiborne Johnson
Tuesday, October 4 @ 10:30am
The Opposite of Everyone
by Joshilyn Jackson
Tuesday, November 1 @ 10:30am
The Sandcastle Girls
by Chris Bohjalian
Tuesday, November 15 @ 7:30pm
Computer Classes
Reserve a librarian! If you have an EGV
Library card, come to set up an appointment for
a one-on-one training session with a librarian.
R-$* AARP Driver Training
Fridays, September 9 & 16 from 1:30-5:30pm
Saturdays, October 8 & 15 from 12-4pm or
Fridays, November 11 & 18 from 1:30-5:30pm
Conference Room
Motorists ages 50 and
older will get a review
of driving skills and
techniques. Check with
your insurance carrier for
information on how it
may positively affect your premium. *Students
register in advance but pay on first day of class.
$20 fee ($15 for AARP members).
Halloween Decoration
Tuesday, October 11 from 7-8:30pm OR Saturday, October 15, 1:30-3pm
Make a cute little witch’s hat to sit next to the pumpkin you will create from a book.
Fall Clothespin Wreath
Tuesday, November 15 from 7-8:30pm OR Saturday, November 19, 1:30-3pm
Flowers, bow, and a scarecrow complete the fall wreath you will create from clothespins
and decorative paper.
R The “Drawing” Room (Thursdays @ 7pm)
September 1, October 6 & November 3
Relax and unwind at our monthly adult coloring group. Join us for an evening of color,
camaraderie and cookies. We will provide the pages and pencils, but please feel free to
bring your own.
R Senior Moments (Thursdays from 11:30am-1pm)
For women ages 55 & older; Limited to 30.
Share great conversation with new friends. Please join us for a light lunch and fun activity.
Cinnamon Potpourri Sachet – September 8
Ceramic Pumpkin – October 6
Mason Jar Craft – November 10
What kind of maker are you?
Join one of the following programs to explore your talents and abilities in making.
R Computer and LCD Monitor Teardown
Saturday, September 24 @ 2pm
With expert instruction from Don Bak, member of the Golden Corridor Makerspace,
learn how a computer and monitor function. The computer and monitor will be
dismantled before your eyes, and the purpose of each module will be explained. Slides
will be used to illustrate the operating concepts of the pieces. All disassembly will be
done by the instructor. Limited to 20.
Make-and-Take Drop-in Adult Craft
September 14 from 5-9pm, October 22 from 12-4pm & November 10 from 5-9pm
Join us to make a fun craft that is perfect for gift giving or showing off your creative
talents. Each craft can be completed in 30 minutes or less. Remember, the holidays will be
here sooner than you think. It’s not too early to get started on your gift list!
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Adult Programs
R Power Employment Workshop
Adult Programs
Monday, November 14 from 9:30am – 2pm
Conference Room
The Illinois workNET/IDES will conduct
a monthly workshop and cover resumes, job
search techniques, and interviewing. They
will then conduct mock interviews. Lunch
is on your own.
R Book Buzz
Wednesday, October 19 @ 7pm
Attention Book Lovers! Want to learn
about future bestsellers before they
become bestsellers? How about a chance
to read books before they are published?
Join Robert Haddock, Marketing
Representative from Penguin Random
House, as he buzzes about forthcoming
books and gives readers the inside scoop
on Fall 2016 titles.
Guy Fridays (from 9-10:30am)
For men ages 55 & older
September 9, October 14, & November 11
Conference Room
While relaxing and enjoying coffee and
donuts, share great conversation with new
friends, read up on current events, and play
board games, puzzles or cards with the guys.
R Get in the Game @ EGVPL!
Fridays, September 9, October 14, &
November 11 from 7:30-10pm
Come to the Library “after hours” on one of
our monthly game nights. We’ll
supply the snacks and games.
Players must be
at least 12 years
of age; those
under 17 require
a signed parental
permission slip. No one will
be admitted after 7:30pm!
R International Games Day
Saturday, November 19 from 5:30-10:30pm
Grab your friends for a night of card games,
board games, and video games. Enter a
drawing for prizes. Refreshments will be
served. Players must be at least 12 years of
age; those under 17 require a signed parental
permission slip. No one will be admitted after
5:30pm!
Puzzle Exchange
Tuesday, November 29 @ 7pm
On the day of the exchange, bring the
puzzles you no longer want and exchange
them for new ones. (Please, no puzzles with
missing pieces.)
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Planning for the Future…
R Wills, Trusts, & Powers of Attorney
Monday, September 19 @ 7pm
A will is a legal document that specifies what should happen to your financial estate and
your dependents upon your death. Trusts are useful tools to help protect and preserve your
estate for your beneficiaries by minimizing tax liability and avoiding the expensive and
time-consuming probate process. Powers of Attorney are a necessity for anyone over the
age of 18, regardless of how much or how little you own. John Pankau returns to discuss
the different options available.
R Alzheimer’s: Caring Tips for Loved Ones
Thursday, September 22 @ 7pm
Kelly Hutchison, Caregiving Expert, will speak about caring for a loved one with
Dementia or Alzheimer’s disease and offer tips on coping with aging and memory loss.
Topics include techniques to manage behavior and promote engagement with a loved one.
R Medicare 101
Monday, September 26 @ 7pm
Medicare Open Enrollment starts October 15th and runs through December 7th. Join
us for an overview of Medicare and how it works, as well as the important decisions that
need to be made during this period. David Wylly of the Medicare Solutions Network will
detail what Medicare covers, what it doesn’t, and your options for additional coverage. We
will discuss Medicare Supplements, Part D Drug Prescription coverage, and Advantage
Plans. Be prepared and learn about cost saving strategies for the years ahead.
R Prescription for Caregivers
Tuesday, September 27 @ 7pm
The focus of this program is on the family caregiver and how to provide her with
information, education and support. Adjustments have to be made to lifestyle as
responsibilities increase. Caregiver specialist, Daxa Sanghvi, will present new tools to help
along this journey and to bring awareness of the community resources that can support
and assist.
R Will my Money Last Through Retirement?
Thursday, September 29 @ 7pm
Financial advisor, Rich Scheflow, will discuss some of the top financial mistakes he sees
people make in their retirement years. He will show some areas to consider looking for
income in this low interest rate environment and will demonstrate tools he uses to show
clients if they saved enough to ensure they don’t outlive their money.
R Filing for Social Security: Flexibility & Choices for your
Retirement Income
Wednesday, October 5 @ 7pm
Social Security is our country’s single largest Federal program and the sole means of
support for many retirees. Remarkably, it offers a high level of flexibility to optimize your
retirement income needs. Michael Heatwole, of Waddell & Reed, will discuss the different
filing options available to married couples, divorced individuals, and widows. These
alternate filing options can often provide monthly lifetime social security payments higher
than the standard filing options that are typically selected. Workbooks will be provided to
each attendee following the presentation.
R Adult Spelling Bee
Friday, September 30 @ 10am • For ages 55+
Do misspelled words drive you nuts? Show off your knowledge at the first Adult Spelling
Bee co-sponsored by the Sheila Ray Adult Center. We’re getting ready for the Illinois State
Senior Spelling Bee next year which gives participants and viewers the opportunity to
showcase a lifetime of learning. Practice your skills at the website: www.spellingbee.com.
Cheer on your friends even if you are not participating! Register at the Library or call
Carrie @ 847-228-3842. Donuts and coffee will be provided.
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Youth Programs
September 12 – November 18
*Baby Tales
Recommended for ages 3 months-18 months
with parent/caregivers, siblings also welcome
Mondays from 10-10:45am
Join us for a lap-sit storytime full of
bounces, tickles, songs and giggles. Each
week ends with open playtime.
*Alphabet Soup
Recommended for ages 18 months-3 years
with parent/caregiver, siblings also welcome
Wednesdays from 9:30-10:15am or
10:30-11:15am
Get out some energy with singing, stories
and rhymes at a storytime designed for little
ones who like to move! Each week includes
a simple craft.
*Evening Storytime
All ages with parent/caregiver
Wednesdays from 6:30-7pm
Includes stories, puppets, finger plays,
songs and a craft. Please note that Evening
Storytime will be replaced by our Firefighter
Storytime on October 12, our Halloween Party
on October 26 and our Family Reading Night
Stuffed Animal Sleepover on November 16.
There will also be no Evening Storytime on
November 2 due to the special performance
by Johnny Peers and the Muttville Comix.
*Story Lab: Read-Explore-Ask-Discover
Ages 3 & up with parent/caregiver
Tuesdays, September 13 – November 15
from 10-11am or 1:30-2:30pm, or
Thursdays, September 15 – November 17
from 10-11am
This interactive class includes stories, crafts,
and simple science activities that promote
reading and encourage a child’s natural
curiosity about the world. Please note that
Story Lab will be replaced by our Firefighter
Storytime on October 11 & 13 and by our
Halloween Parties on October 25 & 27.
R*C.S.I. - Curious Science Investigators
Kindergarten-5th grade without parent
Tuesdays, September 13 – November 15 or
Thursdays, September 15 – November 17
from 4:15-5pm
Let’s investigate with STEM! This class
combines a little bit of Science,
Technology, Engineering,
and Math with a whole lot of
fun! Hands-on activities for
inquisitive minds! (Shhh…
learning involved.) Space is
limited to 30.
TICKETED PROGRAMS
We will be distributing a limited number of tickets at the Youth Services Reference Desk on a first-come,
first-served basis 30 minutes before the start of each program marked with the letter T. One ticket will be
given per person and all attendees must be present to receive a ticket.
*Starred Class Weekly Drawing
A ticket will be given to each child who attends a weekly *class. A drawing will be held each week
on Friday morning for a Barnes & Noble gift card.
R*Messy Play
Firefighter Storytime
All ages with parent/caregiver
Tuesday, October 11 @ 10am or 1:30pm,
Wednesday, October 12 @ 6:30pm,
or Thursday, October 13 @ 10am
Stop, Drop, & Roll to the
library! It’s Fire Prevention
Week and the Elk Grove
Village Firefighters
will be coming to the
library to read books, talk about fire safety
and show us their firefighting protective
gear. After the firefighters’ visit, please stay
for a fire safety related craft. This special
Storytime will replace Story Lab and
Evening Storytime this week. No registration
required and everyone is welcome!
Ages 2-5 with parent/caregiver
Fridays, September 16 – November 18
from 10:30-11:15am
Join us for hands-on, sensory experiences
that may include some mess, but will always
include creativity and fun! There will be no
Messy Play on October 7 due to our Elephant
& Piggie program. Space is limited to 20.
Fun Factory Saturday
All ages
Saturdays, August 20 – December 17
from 9:30am-4:30pm
Drop by the library to make a simple craft
on your own or with the help of a parent or
caregiver. Supplies and instructions will be
available at the Youth Services Reference Desk.
A different craft will be offered each Saturday!
R Elephant & Piggie Party
Recommended for ages 3-8
with parent/caregiver
Thursday, October 6
from 6:30-7:15pm or
Friday, October 7 from 11-11:45am
You are invited to a party! Discover if
elephants can dance and pigs can fly. Join
these special friends when they visit the
library for an event including stories,
activities and crafts. Space is limited to 50.
T Jumpin’ & Jammin’
Recommended for ages 3-8 with
parent/caregiver, siblings also welcome.
Tuesdays, September 13, October 11,
November 8 & December 13 from 6:30-7pm
Join us on the second Tuesday evening of
the month for this
interactive child/
caregiver program.
Together we
will explore
music through
songs, rhythm
instruments, movement, and stories. Space is
limited to 25.
Youth Programs
Preschool Storytime
in Kids Korner
REGISTRATION REQUIRED PROGRAMS
These programs, as indicated by the letter R , require registration. Register online (unless otherwise
noted) or in Youth Services beginning Saturday, September 3rd. Non-Elk Grove Residents may
register one day before a program if space permits.
T Incredible Bats
Ages K & up
Friday, October 7 @ 1:30pm
Interested in learning more about these
fascinating mammals? This program
includes a 30-minute presentation with
slides, echolocation calls and a short video.
Learn about bats of the world and bats
native to Illinois. Afterward, there will be a
question & answer session and a chance to
see some live bats up close.
Polish Evening Storytime
All ages with parent/caregiver
Thursdays, September 15, October 13,
November 10 & December 8 from 6:30-7pm
Join us for this program which includes
stories, songs and crafts. Zapraszamy
wszystkich na polski storytime. This
storytime is done in Polish and English,
but all children are welcome to attend.
Continuing Program 1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN
Join our ongoing reading program that encourages families to read aloud to their children
0-6 years old! The goal is to read 1,000 books to your child before he or she enters Kindergarten.
It is a self-paced program that lets you decide how often and how long you read to your child.
You will receive reading incentives along the way. Sign up any day at the Youth Services
Reference Desk to get started!
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Youth Programs
Youth Programs
T Halloween Programs
Columbus Day Program
T The Great Boodini
All ages
Monday, October 10 @ 11am or 1:30pm
Giant Angry Birds, a Transforming Minion
Mystery, LED Juggling with lightbulbs,
laser clubs and music, a levitation illusion
and spectacular juggling will all be part
of the show. The Great Boodini has
performed throughout Chicagoland, is a
Magician of the Year Award Recipient and
has appeared on the WGN Morning News.
T Wands, Wonderment & Scary Objects
presented by The Great Boodini
4th grade & up (without parent) Thursday, October 20 from
6-7:30pm Calling all muggles, witches
and wizards to Platform
9¾! Become immersed in this
Potteresque experience of magic
and tales while realistic props
and music transport you to a
spellbinding world. Beware!
Grindylows may appear in this
spine chilling phenomenon!
This is a 1 hour show followed by 30
minutes to view scenery and discuss all
things Potter. Harry Potter™ clothing and
accessories are encouraged but not required.
R Battle of the Books
4th & 5th grades
Join in this fun competition! Create a team
of 3 or 4 participants; read books, answer
questions, identify titles, match authors
and earn points. Each team will attend 4
battles that will take place after school on
weekdays from January 23 – February 28.
Register with a parent from October
17 – November 6 in Youth Services. A mandatory meeting of all participants
and parents is on Monday, November 14
@ 7pm. The official “Battle Book List”
and Battle Books are currently available in
Youth Services. Contact Tammy Wulf at
Ext. 267 with questions.
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All ages
Tuesday, October 25 @ 10am or 1:30pm
Wednesday, October 26 @ 6:30pm
Thursday, October 27 @ 10am or 6:30pm
Come in costume to one of our not so scary Halloween programs! Whoo is ready for
some fun? Witch costumes will we see? Join us for puppet shows, skits, stories and songs,
followed by a parade around the library. Each child will be given a small surprise.
Trick or Treating at the Library
All ages
Monday, October 31 from 9am-10pm
All departments welcome you to trick or treat at their public desks on Halloween!
Face Painting
All ages
Monday, October 31 from 1-5pm
Julie Adreani, a local professional face painter, will be in Youth
Services to help you get ready for Halloween! Do you want
to be painted like a clown, an animal, a princess, or a maybe
something scary? Wear your costume and she will design
something special for you!
T Johnny Peers and the Muttville Comix
R Chess with Checkmates Instruction
All ages
Wednesday, November 2 @ 4:30 or 6:30pm
You’ll laugh out loud at Johnny Peers and
his troupe of former shelter dogs during
this hilarious comic canine show. Enjoy
each dog’s unique talent and personality
when they jump rope, climb ladders and
clown around
with Johnny.
The Muttville
Comix have
performed
from coast
to coast
and on four
continents.
They have toured with Ringling Bros. and
Barnum & Bailey, Big Apple and Shrine
Circuses and been featured at Busch
Gardens and Disneyland.
& Tournament
Classes: Saturdays, October 22, October 29
& November 5
Beginners: Grades K-8 from 2-3pm
Advanced: Grades K-8 from 2-3pm
Tournament for Grades K-8: Saturday,
November 12 from 2-3:30pm
Checkmates Chess
Academy will be here
teaching chess to
all levels. The
Beginners’
class covers the
basics, including
chess coordinates,
chess terminology, and
how to move each piece.
Students will be able to play a full game by
the end of the third week. The Advanced
class focuses on strategy and tactics to
move your game to the next level of play.
Learn strategies to get ahead such as pins,
forks, and skewers, while playing chess
and alternative chess games like Bughouse.
Participants should attend all three weeks.
Both class levels will take place at the
same time but in separate rooms in Kids
Korner. The tournament is open to all
skill levels and everyone will leave with a
prize! Those who know how to play chess,
but are not planning to participate in the
classes, are also welcome to sign up for the
tournament. Please be sure to register for the
appropriate level. Space is limited to 20/class
and 50/tournament.
Family Reading Night
R Stuffed Animal Sleepover
All ages &
parent/caregiver
Wednesday,
November 16
at 6:30pm
We’re celebrating
Family Reading
Night one day
early! Come in
your pajamas (or
come as you are)
and bring your stuffed animal to the library
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Game On!
All ages
Saturday, November 19 from 9:30am – 4:30pm
Come play a game with family or friends
in the Youth Services Department on
International Games Day! Try one of the
new games we are adding to our collection
or play an old favorite. Game Day
participants will be entered into a drawing
for a Target gift card. The drawing will take
place at 4:30pm. You do not need to be
present to win.
T Gingerbread Storytimes
All ages & parent/caregiver
Monday, November 28 @ 6:30pm
Tuesday, November 29 @ 10am or 1:30pm
Wednesday, November 30 @ 6:30pm
Thursday, December 1 @ 10am
Run, run as fast
as you can to our
special Gingerbread
Storytime! We will
be reading different
versions of this
popular story, and
then creating our
very own gingerbread house out of graham
crackers, frosting and candy! Space is
limited to 30.
T Winter Edible Craft II
All-day Kindergartner &
Elementary Grade Students
Tuesday, December 6
@ 4:15pm
Thursday, December 8
@ 4:15pm
Students in all-day
Kindergarten and up will
enjoy decorating cookies
with frosting, sprinkles
and assorted candy!
Space is limited to 30.
T Get your Winter Wiggles Out
Recommended for ages 2-5 with
parent/caregiver
December 7 @ 10am
Bring an adult for
some obstacle course
fun and other activities
to keep moovin’
and groovin’ as the
weather turns cold!
Space is limited to 30.
T Winter Edible Craft I
Preschooler/Kindergartner and parent/caregiver
Monday, December 5 @ 6:30pm
Tuesday, December 6 @ 10am or 1:30pm
Wednesday, December 7 @ 6:30pm
Thursday, December 8 @ 10am
Continue our sweet tradition as
preschoolers/Kindergartners and parents
decorate cookies with frosting, sprinkles and
assorted candy! Space is limited to 30.
Young Adult & Youth Programs
for stories and fun. Then tuck it in, kiss
it goodnight, and leave it at the library
for a sleepover! What will it do at night?
Find out the next day when you pick it up
between 11am and 3pm or 5:15pm and 9pm.
You will receive a keepsake picture of your
animal’s overnight stay. Space is limited to 40.
Young Adult Programs – For students entering 6th grade & up
Jr. Teen Advisory Group (TAG)
Grades 6-8
Wednesdays, October 5, November 2, &
December 7 from 2:30-3:30pm
We want your input! Join us the first
Wednesdays each month as we meet over a
snack and collaborate on ideas and projects
to make a difference in the library. You can
pick up an application in Youth Services or
print one out online from our teen page. All will be accepted, but we want to know
your interests and ideas! Contact Tammy
Wulf at Ext. 267 or email [email protected]
with questions.
Teen Read Week 2016: October 9-15
“Read for the fun of it”
Grades 6-8
Photo Contest
Take a photo of what it means to: “Read
for the fun of it”. See our teen website for
details. Entries need to be submitted during
Teen Read Week. Winners will be posted
on our social media sites and displayed in
the library. Categories include: “Awkward”,
“Now that’s funny”, “Aww, so cute!”
Teen Holiday Programs
T Wands, Wonderment & Scary Objects
presented by The Great Boodini
4th grade & up (without parent)
Thursday, October 20 from 6-7:30pm Calling all muggles, witches and wizards to Platform 9¾! Become immersed in this
Potteresque experience of magic and tales while realistic props and music transport you to
a spellbinding world. Beware! Grindylows may appear in this spine chilling phenomenon!
This is a 1 hour show followed by 30 minutes to view scenery and discuss all things Potter.
Harry Potter™ clothing and accessories are encouraged but not required.
R Creative Ceramics
Grades 6-8
Wednesday, November 23 from 12 noon-2pm
Try your hand at ceramics! Each student will create and keep an object of their choice.
This can be the perfect gift for the holiday season. Materials and supplies are included.
Space is limited to 15
R 2nd Annual Cupcake War
Grades 6 & up
Wednesday, December 7 from 3-5pm
Grab a friend to create your team of two for this yummy
endeavor! Teens will create the most unique cupcakes for the
three assigned themes, tally votes and win prizes. Cupcakes and
supplies provided. Each team member needs to register by phone
or in person. Space is limited to 22 teams/44 students.
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Friends of the Library
Elk Grove Public Library
Mini Used Book Sales
1001 Wellington Avenue
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Miscellaneous items taken out of
circulation, DVDs:
Thursday, September 15 from 2-6pm,
Friday, September 16 from 2:30-7pm &
Saturday, September 17 from 9am – 1pm
Halloween/Thanksgiving Hardcover Fiction:
Mondays, October 10 from 9am – 1pm,
October 17 from 11am-3pm &
October 24 from 1-5pm
Holiday Sale (Mint-condition items
for gift-giving):
Friday, November 18 from 2-7pm &
Saturday, November 19 from 9am – 3pm
Nonprofit Org.
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
847-439-0447 • www.egvpl.org • [email protected]
Palatine, IL 60095
Permit No. 7056
ECRWSS
Postal Customer
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Elk Grove Village Public Library
Board of Trustees
Gil Schumm, President
Donald Henderson, Secretary
Bruce Barnett
James J. Colgan
TR Johnson
JoAnn Shafar
Dr. Sheryl Stogis
The Board meets the first Tuesday
of each month at 7pm.
Library Hours
Monday – Thursday:
9am – 10pm
Friday: 9am – 7pm
Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Sunday: 1 – 5pm
Library Closed:
Sunday, September 4
Monday, September 5
Patron Survey – Drawing Winners
The Board of Trustees & Survey Committee would like
to thank everyone who submitted a survey response.
The Library can now work on improvements to provide
the best service possible to the residents of this exceptional
community! The prizes & winners are: Panera Gift Card:
Brenda Skittone, Jewel Gift Card: Elena Kostopoulos,
Buffalo Wild Wings Gift Card: Brenda Walton, Kindle
Fire: Ann Woo, Signed & Framed Sports Illustrated
Cover of Duncan Keith: Heather Cintron, & Chicago
Blackhawk hockey stick signed by Teuvo Teravainen:
Kenneth Urban. Special thanks to Library Trustee
TR Johnson for donating the two Blackhawks prizes.
Library Card Sign-up
T Ticket is required for program.
R Register for Adult programs online at
www.egvpl.org. (Click on Adults, then
Adult Program Calendar), in person, or
by phone at 847-439-0447 x226.
R-$ Register/pay in person at Library
Registration/Information Desk.
T Ticket is required for program.
R Online Registration for Youth and Young
Adult programs at www.egvpl.org. (Click on
Kids, then Program Calendar), in person, or by
phone at 847-439-0447 x267. Online registration
for Youth programs is for EGV residents only and
requires your EGVPL library card. Non-residents may
call one day before the featured event to see if there are
any openings. ( R-$ - Register/pay in person at Youth
Services Desk).
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September is National Library Card Sign-up Month.
Stop by to renew or sign up for a library card and
receive Peanuts themed bookmarks & stickers!
Pay Library Fines Online
Simply login to your library account with your
barcode and pin number, click on the FINES tab,
select the items you wish to pay for, then click
on the PAY FINES button. Select payment type
(major credit cards accepted), fill in required
fields and press submit. That’s it! You can also
request a receipt to be sent to your email
account. Please remember, fines must be
$3.00 or more to pay for online.
Thank you…Summer Reading
Program Sponsors
Thanks to the following sponsors for their
generous donations to the Adult Summer
Reading Program Prize Pool:
Berthold’s Flower Barn & Gifts…Buffalo Wild
Wings…Buona (Itasca)…Classic Cinemas…
Coach’s Corner…Cooper’s Hawk…Curves…
Elk Grove Bowl & Billiards…Elk Grove Park
District…Elly’s Pancake House…Friends of
the Library…Good Tequila…Great American
Bagel…Holiday Inn…Itasca Country Club…
Kane County Cougars…Lynfred Winery…Salt
Creek Golf Course…Schaumburg Boomers…
Shedd Aquarium…Tapalpa…Village Cycle Sport
Visit us at the
Elk Grove Farmer’s Market
Every Saturday through October 15
from 7:30am – 1pm
Stop by the Library’s booth
each week to learn something
new about the programs,
services, and materials that the
Library has to offer. Planned
weekly, special activities for kids
are always a part of the fun. Pick up a market
pass at our booth, visit us 5 times, and earn a
special gift to thank you for coming to see us!
Note: The Library reserves the right to limit program attendance to EGV residents.
Patrons who need the assistance of a sign language interpreter are requested to contact the
Library 7 days in advance at 847-439-0447 x226.
Photo Policy: Occasionally, the Library may take photographs of people in the Library or participants of Library
programs or special events. These photographs may be used in our publications or on social media or our website
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