Newsletter - Bartlett Public Library

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FALL 2016
Best Place To Learn & Discover
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a part of your life!
Many authors have donated their swag to the Bartlett
Library for September’s Library Card Sign-Up Month.
Throughout the month of September, there will be many
opportunities for you to win their swag*, as well as gain
points towards our ultimate grand prize worth up to $500!
Authors that participated in donating include Suzanne
Collins, Neil Gaiman, Janet Evanovich, Robert Kirkman
and more!
Winning the grand prize is simple:
WIN A
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$500!
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All you have to do is sign up or refer someone for a
Bartlett Library Card and utilize our services for a
chance to pick from a selection of prizes. By the end
of the month, the patron with the most points will
be the ultimate winner! Under the age of 13? Not
a problem because we have a prize for you as well!
You gain points the exact same way as patrons over
13, and if you win, you can choose from a different
selection of prizes. See page 2 for details.
Be on the look out for this stack of
books icon for September programs!!
*While supplies last
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September is loaded with fun activities for you to do while
you try to rack up those points to winning our grand prize
worth up to $500! Best part about the prize? You get to pick
the prize you want from a given selection! Collect your points
and have fun!
How you can earn points:
ADULT/TEEN
50 points: Sign up for a Bartlett Library card, or register your library card with us.
PRIZES
75 points: Already have a Bartlett Library card? Not a problem: Refer someone
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you know to sign up for a Bartlett Library card, or have them register their library
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card with us. For every referral, you receive 75 points each!
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25 points: Come enjoy our awesome programs throughout the month!!
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20 points: Participate in our weekly and monthly games. Each week there
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new game for you to play, and we will also have a game up for the whole month.
15 points: Subscribe to our eNewsletter.
10 points: Download our app.
10 points: Facebook: Participate in #BookFace and tag us.
YOUTH PRIZES:
Twitter: Write up your favorite movie/book/song quote and @ us.
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Instagram: Dress up as your favorite fictional character and
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Note: For both weekly and monthly games, patrons can only be entered once per game. Extra entries will not count
towards point total. For programs, patrons must remain for entirety of program to earn points. For eNewsletter,
downloading our app and posting to social media sites, patrons must show a staff member in order to gain points.
For social media postings, only one post per site will count towards point total; additional posts will not count. If you
are the winner (both patrons above and below 13 years of age), you will pick one prize from a given selection and then
we will give you options for the specific item you may have. The patron winner above the age of 13 will get to choose a
prize worth up to $500. The patron winner under the age of 13 will get to choose a prize worth up to $100.
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ADULT
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Earn points at these
programs in September..
(See pages 1 & 2)
The 2016 selection is "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri.
This community-reads event encourages everyone to
read and discuss the book and attend programs
developed around its theme. We’re giving away copies of
"The Namesake" to celebrate the kickoff of Bartlett Reads!
Stop by the Adult Services Desk, starting October 1, to get
your copy. **One copy per person while supplies last.**
Book Discussions
· Friday Afternoon: September 30 at 12:30 p.m..
· Thursday Evening: October 6 at 7:00 p.m.
· BookLite (offsite): October 20 at 7:00 p.m.
The Immigrant
Experience on Film
Sunday, October 2 at 2:00 p.m.
Explore the ways in which
filmmakers have recreated
the thrilling and frightening
experience of arriving in
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America
for the first time. We’ll
learn about both historical and
modern arrivals in this country,
with stirring scenes and
moments that touch on the
great journeys and stories of
those who left their homelands
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in pursuit of their dreams. MR
Adult Services 630.837.3560
Morning Views
Tuesday, October 4 at 11:00 a.m.
Join us for an Indian-themed
movie. Call the Adult Services
Desk a day or two ahead to find
out the movie title. MR
Henna Tattoo Workshop
Saturday, October 15 at 2:00 p.m.
In this fun and informative
hands-on workshop, learn
about henna as a product, the
different uses of henna, henna
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designs from different
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The Spices of R
India
Tuesday, October 18 at 7:00 p.m.
Add some zest to your evening
and learn how the demand
for spices of the East grew
throughout Medieval Europe.
This ultimately gave birth to the
Age of Exploration as maritime
adventurers such as Christopher
Columbus and Vasco da Gama
set sail to find new passages to
India. Pepper and cinnamon will
have a prominent role and there
will be samples of several
different spices as well.
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ADULT
(See pages 1 & 2)
FREE COMPUTER CLASSES
Technology
Due to limited seating, advance registration is required.
Create Your Own Website –
Introduction to Weebly
Computer Basics for Seniorss
Thursday, September 15 at 10:00
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0 a.m.
Want to become a little more tech
savvy? Then this is the class for you!
We will start with some often-used
computer terminology and then move
on to mouse and keyboard use. As time
allows, we will answer your questions
about email, word processing and the
Internet.
Enjoying Podcasts with iTunes
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and Apple's Podcast App
Saturday, September 17 at 10:00
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What is a podcast? Where do you go to
listen to one? Come learn the basics of
how to subscribe, download and listen
to the many podcasts that are available,
many of which are free.
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6 at 10:00 a.m.
OR Tuesday, September 27 at 7:00 p.m.
Learn how to download eBooks,
eAudiobooks and more. Bring in your
mobile device, tablet or eBook reader.
This class is for Bartlett Public Library
District cardholders only. Please bring in
your Library Card and Pin #.
Thursdays: September 29 through
December 8 from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Get help from one of our Teen Tech
Gurus. You can call and sign up ahead of
time or drop in to see if help is available.
Introduction to Google Drive
Saturday, October 1 at 10:00 a.m.
Interested in being “in the cloud”?
Learn the basics of Google Drive,
Google’s cloud computing service.
Learn about cloud storage, file sharing
and collaborative editing.
Email Workshop
Friday, October 21 at 10:00 a.m.
Set up a free email account and learn
the basics of sending and receiving
emails in this personalized, introductory
class.
Get Started on Facebook
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Mavis Beacon Typing Demo
Saturday, November 5 at 10:00 a.m.
Need to learn or refresh your typing/
keyboarding skills? The Library has
the Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing
program installed on the Computer Lab
computers, and this demo will show you
how to use it.
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Get Appy!
· Bartlett Public Library
District cardholders are
given preference.
Introduction to Microsoft Word
Saturday, October 15 from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
This class is targeted towards beginning users, and will provide the
basics for using Microsoft Word. Learn how to create a simple document,
edit and format text, correct spelling errors, adjust the margins, save and
open files and more. Knowledge of mouse and keyboard required.
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Monday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m. OR
Friday, November 18 at 10:00 a.m.
Learn about Vudu: The Library’s
newest movie streaming device!
We’ll demonstrate how to use Vudu to
access up to 50 different movies and
TV shows at one time!
Saturday, November 12 at 10:00 a.m.
There are so many photo editing apps
available that it’s hard to know which
ones to use. This class will highlight a
few apps, and help you decide which
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Saturday, October 22 at 10:00 a.m.
Need some help getting started with
your iPad? This class will cover the
basic features and functions.
COMPUTER CLASSES
· Registration required in
person at Check-Out Desk.
· Space is limited.
VUDU Workshop
Get Appy: Photo Editing Apps
iPad Basics
Saturday, September 24 at 10
10:00
0 00 a.m.
It's time! This class will teach you the
basic features and functions of
Facebook. Valid email address required.
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Need Tech Help?
OverDrive Now!!
Saturday, September 10 at 10:00 a.m.
Learn how to create a basic website
using Weebly’s free platform. No coding
experience needed.
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All we
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with thousands out there, which ones are right
for you?
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to your next meeting or event and let us give
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a short presentation for your specific needs.
Advance notice required. Call 630.837.3560 for
more information or to request a visit.
Meeting Room
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Storytime Room
ADULT
BOOK DISCUSSIONS
(See pages 1 & 2)
Books available at the Adult Services Desk one month before discussion.
Get Appy for BookLovers!
Tuesday, September 20 at 7:00 p.m.
Do you belong to a book discussion group and need help
with your choices for upcoming meetings? Or are you a
voracious reader that is looking for something new?
Come to our Get Appy program to hear about the best
apps out there for booklovers.
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BookLite
OFFSITE
Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
Thursday Evening
BookLite is a social book club that meets the third Thursday
of each month. Join us at The Still Bar and Grill in Bartlett
to talk books, grab a drink and meet new people.
Location: West Conference Room
September 15
Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
Join others to talk books and meet new people. Stop by
the Adult Services Desk to find out that month'ss title.
The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom
September 1, October 6 & November 3
October 20
Non-Fiction
The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri
November 17
The Family Fang by Kevin Wilson
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Friday at 12:30 p.m.
Refreshments provided.
September 30
The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri
October 28
Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard
November 25
Silas Marner by George Eliot
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Monday, November 7 at 10:00 a.m.
Join us for a non-fiction book discussion.
The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris
by David McCullough
Cookbook Club
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Sunday at 1:00 p.m.
Pick up the chosen cookbook at the Adult Services Desk, try out a
recipe and bring your dish to share as part of our book discussion.
scussion.
September 11
Gordon Ramsay's Fast Food by Gordon Ramsayy
October 23
Indian for Everyone by Anupy Singla
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(See pages 1 & 2)
MORNING VIEWS!
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First Tuesday of Each Month
September 6, October 4 & November 1
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Movie starts at 11:00 a.m.
Watch a newly released movie on the Library’s big screen.
Call the Adult Services Desk a day or two ahead to
find out the movie title.
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Dave Rudolf’s British Invasion
Saturdays: September 10 & Nove
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November 12
from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 18 at 2:00 p.m..
Come and experience the latest trend in relaxation: Adult
Coloring Books! Studies show coloring has a calming effect on
the adult mind and helps to promote overall wellness. Coloring
pages and colored pencils will be provided, but feel free to bring
your own. R MR
A blast from the past! Gold record winner,
ner Gram
Grammy nominated
artist Dave Rudolf will be playing the music of The Beatles, The
Who, Donovan, The Kinks and other iconic Brits of the era.
Crafternoon
Peter Fletcher is a talented classical guitarist who has appeared at
numerous cultural venues including the Chicago Cultural Center,
Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall. He has been a guest on
National Public Radio, NBC and other media outlets. MR
Saturdays: September 17 & November 26 at 2:00 p.m.
Adults need crafty time, too! Get together with your friends
and neighbors and have some crafty fun. Join us as we help
you create two crafts. Supplies will be provided. R MR
Craft Workshop: Pumpkins in Falll
It’s pumpkin season and you can harvest
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that will look
and smell wonderful! Fiber Artist Natasha Lehrer Lewis
will teach you how to make a needle felted pumpkin.
The inside will be stuffed with apple mulling
spice so it brings the scents of fall alive.
No prior experience necessary. R MR
Halloween Costume Workshop
Sunday, October 9 at 2:00 p.m.
Lights Out, Everybody: Mystery and Horror
during the Golden Age of Radio
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CULINARY
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Join professional Costume Designer Anna Glowacki as she shares
techniques on making capes, wings, masks and accessories.
Participants will leave the workshop with new skills that they can
apply to their own upcoming Halloween costumes! R MR
Halloween FX Makeup
Want to take this year’s Halloween costume up a notch? Then check
out this demonstration of quick and easy makeup applications for
Halloween with professional FX Makeup Artist Denise Scurto.
Attendees will be given limited hands-on experience working with
FX products required to create the Halloween looks. R MR
Thursday, September 8 at 7:00 p.m.
Chef Niksic will be preparing tasty, contemporary P
Polish dishes in
keeping with today's cooking styles. R MR
Gifts from Your Kitchen
Thursday, November 3 at 7:00 p.m.
Pastry Chef Rose Deneen demonstrates how to create and package
some unique homemade gifts for the holiday season. Included are
how to make vanilla extract, spiced pecans, white chocolate & fruit
popcorn and more! Samples and recipes provided. R
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GAMES
Adult Chess Club
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Craft Workshop: Arm Knitted Cowl
Sunday, November 20 at 1:00 p.m.
Knit a fast and easy cowl with super bulky yarn and your arms
as knitting needles! Fiber Artist Natasha Lehrer Lewis will teach
you this fun and simple way to make some quick holiday gifts that
are cozy and chic. Once you make one, you'll want to make dozens!
Class includes yarn and materials. No prior experience necessary.
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Classical Guitarist Peter Fletcher
TThursday, October 27 at 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 25 at 2:00 p.m.
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Wednesdays: September 14 & 28, October 12 & 26
and November 9 at 6:00 p.m.
Interested in chess or simply love the game? Come learn and
play in a friendly environment. All boards and pieces will be
supplied. Volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and
provide instruction. MR
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Storytime Room
ADULT
Have a special skill or hobby you’d like to share with others? Are you a DIYer? Good with
numbers? Love technology? We’re looking for adult volunteers to share their interests
with others. Visit our website to download the volunteer application.
JOB SEEKING
Career Networking
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questions regarding resume and coverr
letter preparation, online applications,
employment agencies and other job
search strategies. MR
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this platonic spin on speed dating.
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Wednesday, October 19 at 7:00 p.m.
Join Michael Ribet, long time meditator and
international speaker, as he discusses how
meditation can evoke a deeper state of relaxation
and more peace within. The audience will have a
chance to practice some simple meditations that
can help in all aspects of life.
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from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
- Fridays: September 9 & 23, October 14 & 28 and November 11
from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. (No meeting Nov. 25)
English practice for ESL learners at all levels is offered in partnership with
Literacy DuPage in a relaxed, fun manner. No registration or preparation
is necessary. All English as a Second Language learners are welcome and
encouraged to participate. This is an ongoing program.
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HISTORY
GENEALOGY
Mudslinging, Muckraking and Apple Pie:
Presidential Campaigns, the Great
American Pastime
Behind the Stars: The Remarkable Women
Who Helped Build Chicago by Laurie Russell
Thursday, October 13 at 7:00 p.m.
Believe it or not, political campaigns have gotten more civil
over the years. Don’t believe it? In this program, hear the
stories of the mudslinging and muckraking of the Jefferson
v. Adams campaign of 1800, the Jackson v. Adams of 1828
and more. Also covered in this program is the 1912 campaign
when Teddy Roosevelt decided to start his OWN political party.
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Thursday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m.
The stars in the Chicago flag represent four major events
that changed Chicago forever: The Ft. Dearborn Massacre,
the Chicago Fire, the World’s Columbian Exposition and the
Century of Progress World’s Fair. This presentation examines
how women responded to these events, and in the process
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Betsey Means as Mary Kingsley
Mary Kingsley (1862-1900) was an intrepid Victorian explorer.
She traveled to West Africa and lived among cannibals, was
an ichthyologist and wrote two best-selling books. "Travels in
West Africa" is still #7 out of 100 best travel books of all time
through the National Geographic Society. MR
Adult Services 630.837.3560
Genealogy Drop-In
Wednesdays: September 14,
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TEEN SPACE
(See pages 1 & 2)
Fall Volunteering
Grades 7-12
Creative Writing Contest
September 1 - October 1
Pick up an entry form at the Youth & Teen Services Desk
or download it from our website for complete information
and rules. Submit your short story (no more than 5 pages)
to the Youth & Teen Services Department, in person or via
email, by October 1 for your chance to win prizes and be
featured on our website and social media accounts!
Fandom Fanatics
Wednesdays: September 7, October 5 & November 2
from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Want to hangout and discuss everything from anime to
"Doctor Who" to your favorite YouTube videos? Then stop
by for our monthly meet up! MR
September 26 - December 11
Applications available September 6. Pick up
yours at the Adult Services Desk or Youth &
Teen Services Desk. Applications must be submitted
by September 16. Get yours early. Space is limited.
Grades 9-12
Financial Literacy
Wednesday, September 21 at 6:30 p.m.
Learn about financial basics, including budgeting,
saving and student loans. Parents welcome.
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TAB (Teen Advisory Board)
Wednesdays: September 14, October 12
& November 9 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Create your own space and earn volunteer hours.
The Teen Advisory Board will be part of creating teen
programs, activities and give input on books and
materials purchased for teens. Snacks will be provided.
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Grades 5-9
Harry Potter Party
Wednesday, November 16 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Come celebrate the Wizarding World with games,
snacks, trivia, crafts and more! Costumes are
welcome! MR
Pinspired-Drop-In Crafting
Wednesday, September 28 from 7
7:00
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8:00
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Have a Pinterest board full of interesting crafts that you’d
love to try, but never have? Stop in at our open craft night!
We’ll have basic art supplies, but if you’ll need specific
unique supplies, please bring your own.
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Coding Club
Wednesday, October 19 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Using Codecademy, learn about different languages used
to create web pages and write computer programs.
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Parents and High School Students
How to Pay for College Without Going Broke
Wednesday, October 26 at 7:00 p.m.
Experienced professionals will share knowledge and
expertise to guide you in your family’s college search,
selection and funding. Learn to significantly reduce the
cost of college and still attend the college of your choice.
Discover creative, little-known ways to pay for college.
Find out how admissions officers and scholarship
committees make their decisions. Intended for parents
of high school students, but students are also welcome
to attend. R MR
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Meeting Room
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Storytime Room
YOUTH
(See pages 1 & 2)
STORYTIME
Halloween Storytimes
Children are welcome to wear their costumes.
Tuesday, October 25 & Monday, October 31
at 10:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. MR
Babies & Tots
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Newborns through 35 months
Includes an
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exercise, movement and baby and toddler interaction.
It's Storytime
Mondays: September 12 - October 10 & November 7 - 28
at 9:30 a.m. MR
Tuesdays and Wednesdays: September 6 - October 12
& November 8 - 30 at 10:00 a.m. OR 1:00 p.m. SR
Tuesdays & Wednesdays: September 6 - October 12
& November 8 - 30 at 10:00 a.m.
Location: Youth & Teen Services Department
Thursdays: September 8 & 22, October 6 & 20
and November 3 & 17 at 6:00 p.m. SR
For children ages 3 and
d up, including those going into kindergarten.
Pajama-rama
Evening family storytime. Children are welcome to
o wear the
their pajamas.
Tuesdays: September 6 & 20, October 4 and
November 8 & 22 from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. SR
Saturday, September 17 at 10:00 a.m.
Stories for Everyone
Saturdays: October 8 & November 19 at 10:00 a.m.
Thursdays: September 1 - October 13 and November 10 & 17
at 11:00 a.m. SR
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Includes stories, songs and verse for toddlers, preschoolers and
caregivers.
SCHOOL-AGE
Grades 1-3
Grades 4-5
Bluestem Book Club
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Fridays: September 9, October
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Have you enjoyed the Monarch Book
Club, but are now in 4th or 5th grade?
The Bluestem Book Club is designed
for you! Help select the next winner of
the Bluestem Reader’s Choice Award
by hearing about this year’s nominated
books, and playing a fun game that has
a connection to each book presented.
Those who read four titles from the list
will be able to vote for their favorite book.
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Kindergarten - 3rd grade
Stories and More
Mondays: September 19,,
from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Gather to enjoy stories, play games
and make a small craft. SR
Monarch Club
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from 3:30 - 4:15 p.m.
Who loves reading, sharing, playing and
creating? If you do, this club is for you.
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Grades 1-3
Read to Roverr
Saturday, September
ember 17
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from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 10-minute
appoinment to read to a certified therapy
dog. Space is limited. Registration required
in person at the Youth & Teen Services
Desk, or by phone at 630.837.3348. R
Grades 2-12
Chess Club
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Mondays: September 12 through
November 14 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Everyone is welcome to play chess with
us! Beginners will receive instructions on
how to play. MR
Youth & Teen Services 630.837.3348
Grades 1-3
Spooky Tales
Friday, October 28
from 3:30 - 4:15 p.m.
Trick-or-treat! Come dressed in
costume for a spook-tacular
time! MR
Girls in grades 4-6
BOOK
DISCUSSION
Girls Book Discussion
A Season of Gifts by Richard Peck
Thursday, November 17 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Eccentric, bighearted Grandma Dowdel returns
in this warm holiday story. A new family, the
Barnharts, have moved next door to grandma.
From the last house in town, watch as grandma
works her magic helping a family in need.
Register in person at the Youth & Teen Services
Desk and pick up a free book. R SR
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YOUTH
S.T.E.M.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
(See pages 1 & 2)
Grades 2-5
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Join us for a fun and educational
math program to learn how to
use an abacus to do mental math.
Drop-in Family Event
Family LEGOs
Grades 2-5
Sunday, October 2 from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 3 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Science Adventure: Earthquakes!
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Thursday, September 15 from 4:00 - 5:00 pp.m
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Learn about earthquakes and make an
earthquake-proof structure using spaghetti,
marshmallows and JELL-O.
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Families build LEGO creations together.
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Grades 2-3
Math Explorers
Thursday, October 13 from 3:30 - 4:15 p.m.
Students will explore measurement,
symmetry and Roman numerals with
hands-on activities.
Grades 1 and up
LEGO Builders
Fridays: September 16, October 14
Get creative and have fun building with
LEGOs. SR
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COMPUTERS & CRAFTS
Grades 3-5
Mavis Beacon Typing Demo
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Saturdays: September 10, Octoberr 1
OR November 12 from 1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
The Library has the Mavis Beacon
Teaches Typing program installed
on the Computer Lab computers, and
this demo will show you how to use it.
Please register for only one time slot.
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All ages
Drop-In Craftss
Fridays: September
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October 21
Join us for a fun and creative craft!
Children under age 8 must be
accompanied by a caregiver.
Location: Youth & Teen Services
Department
Grades 3-6
Sew Much Fun
Wednesday, October 12
from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
New to sewing? We will help you get
started by working on a simple,
beginner hand-sewn project.
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Meeting Room
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Storytime Room
YOUTH
FAMILY EVENTS
FOR ALL AGES
(See pages 1 & 2)
NOW SHOWING
Fridays: September 2, October 14 & November 25 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m..
It’s movie night at the Library! New releases will be shown when possible. Titles to be announced.
Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Concessions will be available for
sale from the Friends of the Library. MR
“Little Read" Literacy Event
A partnership with the Bartlett Rotary Club
Tammy
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Medical
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Safety
Training”
Saturday, October 15 from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.
Tammy Schulz, with more than 20 years of law
enforcement experience, takes children on a trip through
Tammy Town, a scenario-based training town geared to
prepare children for stranger danger experiences at
home, in their community and to and from school.
Participants will learn effective safety skills to keep
themselves safe and what to do should someone they
know suffer a medical emergency. MR
Saturday, October 1 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
For babies through 2nd graders and their parents
and caregivers. Join us for the Bartlett Library “Little Read”
Literacy Event. Children will join small groups in the Youth
& Teen Services Department to listen to guest readers
from the Bartlett Rotarians. Each participant will receive a
free book donated by the Bartlett Rotary Club. There will be
a collage craft followed by music entertainment by Laura
Doherty, acoustically rockin' your kid's world! Registration
is required by phone at 630.837.3348 or in person.
Location: Youth & Teen Services Department R
An "Elephant & Piggie" Family Literacy Night
Chris Fascione: Juggling Funny Stories
Friday, November 25 from 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
You'll be laughing out loud as nationally-known Family
Entertainer Chris Fascione brings children's stories to
life with his high-spirited and innovated performance.
Fascione creates colorful characters through his unique
combination of acting, storytelling, comedy and juggling.
Do you like the "Elephant & Piggie" stories created
by Mo Willems? Come to the Library on this night
for stories, activities and crafts celebrating
"Elephant & Piggie" and literacy.
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Parents want their children to start school ready
eady to
learn, and the Bartlett Library is here to help
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your child succeed in school! This program,
designed for children from birth to the first day
of kindergarten, invites families to spend time
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together outside of the Library fostering a love
ve of
reading, while gaining pre-literacy skills that are
essential to reading success. Register at the
e Youth
& Teen Services Desk to pick up your reading
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packet.
Youth & Teen Services 630.837.3348
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Non-Profit Organization
U.S. Postage Paid
Permit #80
Bartlett, IL 60103
Carrier Route Sort
Library Hours
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday:
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Library Closings
800 S. Bartlett Road
Bartlett, IL 60103
The Library will be closed on the following days:
Sunday, September 4
Monday, September 5
Wednesday, November 23 (close at 5:00 p.m.)
Thursday, November 24
ECRWSS
POSTAL CUSTOMER
Though we close for major holidays, be assured
that no Library material is due when the Library
is closed. Library closings are also “no fine”
days.
Friends Meeting
Join us at the Friends of the Bartlett Library
meeting on Tuesday, September 13 at 7:00 p.m.
in the Meeting Room. All are welcome!
Board of Trustees
Dave Barry - President
Bryan Darge - Vice President
Heidi Hopkins - Treasurer
Francine Byron - Secretary
Ed Novak - Ethics Officer
Peggy Bucaro
Lynn DeSmidt
Karolyn Nance, Library Director
[email protected]
Board Meetings: 7:00 p.m.
Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21
24/7 Access to our Library
Even when the Library building is closed, you still have access to online services on our
website www.bartlettlibrary.org. Access your account, renew and reserve items and
view the Library's catalog. Online registration is now available for most programs.
Bartlett Public Library District cardholders can also access the Library's online Research
eSources which are filled with information on many topics. Download audiobooks and
eBooks from the Library's eMedia collection using OverDrive, download free music from
Freegal Music and download magazines from Flipster. Our virtual Library never closes!
The Bartlett Public Library District is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities
Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who plan to attend a Library meeting/program and who
need certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe and/or participate in that
meeting/program, or who have questions regarding accessibility of the meeting/program or facilities,
are requested to contact 630.837.2855 promptly to allow the Bartlett Public Library District to make
reasonable accommodations for those persons.
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Photographs and/or videos may be taken at programs and in the Library for possible
use in Library promotions, including the newsletter, lobby screen, website and social
media. Please notify staff if you do not wish to be photographed or filmed.
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LIBRARY NEWS!
Main Phone:
630.837.2855
Check-Out:
Adult Services:
Teen Services:
Youth Services:
630.837.2958
630.837.3560
630.837.3348
630.837.3348
Find Us!
Gotta catch ‘em all! Pokémon can be
found at the Bartlett Library due to
the Pokémon GO app, so make sure
to stop by in order to build up your
Pokédex. As an added bonus, BPLD
is a PokéStop! So while you’re here
stocking up on Poké Balls and various
other items, make sure to check out
our latest books, DVDs and more!

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