Library Goes Green :Re-Peats! - South Holland Public Library

16250 Wausau Avenue • South Holland, IL 60473 • Phone: (708) 331-5262 • Fax: (708) 331-6557
Your library is always open @ www.southhollandlibrary.org
Director’s Corner
National Library Week is April 11 to 16, with the theme,
"Create your own story @ your library." First observed in
1958, National Library Week is a national observance
sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and
libraries across the country each April. It is a time to celebrate
the contributions of our nation's libraries and librarians and to
promote library use and support. All types of libraries - school,
public, academic and special - participate. Did you know
there are more libraries in the U.S. than there are McDonald’s
restaurants?
Take a look at all our special events for National Library Week
and plan to attend as many as you can. Our programs will
help you plant your spring garden and get organized. Come
and relax at our film, The Blind Side, on Saturday, April 16.
Also during National Library Week, you will receive a small gift
at the Circulation Desk when you check out our materials!
Library Goes Green :Re-Peats!
RESULTS COMING SOON
Thank you for providing your feedback
through our Patron Satisfaction
Survey.
Your answers will help us mold great
new initiatives for the Library based
on what you value and what you
envision for the Library’s future!
The results of the survey will be
posted on our website in April.
Project Linus Says Thanks!
Give us your tired, your outdated, your old electronics… Thanks to your participation in our
blanket knot-tying during our 50th
and get them out of your basement or garage!
Anniversary Celebration, we were
In the spirit of spring cleaning, the South Holland Library able to donate the blankets to Project
is happy to provide an alternative to tossing those old Linus.
computers and various electronics out on the street.
The library received a letter of
On Saturday, May 14 from 9:00-11:00am, ATEN (the gratitude from Project Linus, noting
Assistive Technology Exchange Network), a program of that our donation will directly
United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Chicago, will have a benefit children and teens who are
truck at the Library where your old computer equipment undergoing treatment at various
and peripherals may be safely dropped off.
hospitals in Will and Cook Counties.
This recycling program provides refurbished technology
Thanks to all of you for helping us
for students with disabilities throughout Illinois. All
fulfill this mission!
computer electronics will be accepted for donation, and
receipts for the donation will be
available. By the way, all hard
drives will be wiped clean of
information, so don’t let that
concern hinder your donation.
Go green and clean in one easy step!
We Need Volunteers!
Each year the State Library requires us to count
the people who use the library. We are asking for
your help during National Library Week, April 11
through 16, at various times during the day.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
SPRING THINGS GUESSING CONTEST
Through April 16 Children of All Ages
Try your luck at guessing how many Spring things are in the
Stop in and check the sheets at the Adult
container. One guess per visit.
Reference Desk and see if you can help for one or
more hours.
TODDLER TIME
If you are under 18 years old, your parent must
come to the library to sign a permission slip that
allows you to help with this project.
Thursday April 7 6:30 pm
2 Year Olds with a Parent
Team up with your toddler for 30 minutes
stories and activities about Spring.
Pre-registration is necessary and begins
March 24.
Thank you for your help!
New Magazine Titles Available
We have a wide range of magazines to check
out. Some new titles we now have available
are: Archaeology, Latina, Sew News, Healthy
Cooking, This Old House, Upscale, and
Women’s Health.
Come on in and see our selection!
DESIGN YOUR OWN COMIC
DRAWING WORKSHOP
Saturday April 9 2:00 pm Grades 3-8
Learn how to make your own comic from
professional artist Christine Thornton. There
will be a presentation of several types of
comics. Participants will then invent and draw
their own main character, side kick and nemesis!
Pre-registration is necessary and begins March 26.
GOING GREEN
Tuesday April 12 3:45 pm Ages 4-8
Celebrate Earth Day with stories, activities
and green food!
Pre-registration is necessary and begins
March 29th.
OBITUARY
The South Holland Library mourns
the passing of our former Head of
Circulation, Gloria Romani.
SPRING BREAK MOVIE
Gloria retired from the library in
2003 with more than 25 years of Thursday April 28 2:00 pm Children of All Ages
Sam’s vacation is anything but boring as he helps track down a
service.
jewel thief.
She was a loving friend, wife, mother and
Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
grandmother, and will be greatly missed by all
Pre-registration is not necessary.
who knew her.
Reference Display
An annual observance to pay tribute to the great
legacy and ongoing achievement of American poets
and the vital place of poetry in American culture.
ADULT & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS
FEATURE FILM
PRESENTATION
The Blind Side
Saturday,
April 16
2:00 pm
Would you like to know more about how to use the
Internet and create an email account?
Register for these three classes - they will help!
Sessions are Wednesdays at 1:30 pm
April 13 – How to Use the Internet
April 20 – How to Create an E-Mail Account
April 27 – Using Your E-Mail Functions
Registration is limited to 10 persons. To register call us at
North Meeting Room 331-5262 or register at the Adult Reference Desk.
Prerequisites: Must be South Holland resident age 18 or
older, and know how to use a keyboard and mouse.
Film Presentation
Travel the World
@ South Holland Public Library
FRANCE
No registration required. Refreshments will be served.
Thursday, April 7
1:30 pm
North Meeting Room
Teen Time
Mondays and Wednesdays
3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Teens grades 6 and up stop by the library
after school! Bring your books and snacks.
Quiet conversations and hand held
technology are welcomed. Complete your
homework assignments. As always,
librarians are available to answer your
reference questions.
Spring is Here!
Celebrate National Library Week by
Planting a Garden and Getting Organized!
Call us at 331-5262 or stop by the reference desk to
register for these spring programs!
U of I Extension: Organic Gardening
Tuesday, April 12 at 6:30 pm
North Meeting Room
Organic vegetable gardening will be a snap after
you attend this very informative program presented
by Bill and Jennifer Tobin, volunteer Master
Gardeners with the University of Illinois Extension
Service. Bring all of your gardening questions and
get ready for an abundance of delicious vegetables
when fall arrives.
A1 Organizers: Organizing for Everyone
Thursday, April 14 at 7:00pm
Grace Gowens Leaf Room
Learn how to simplify and organize your life with
Gregory Austin of A1 organizers. He will share with
you tips on how you can create a clutter free
Come in and play some games!
environment in your home or office. Enter for a
On Mondays & Wednesdays an assortment of games chance to win a prize at the end of the evening.
including Wii, Chess, Jenga, and Uno will be available
during Teen Time for teens to enjoy as a break from
Coming in May:
studying. Registration is not needed.
Prairie Godmothers: Cleaning Essentials
COLLEGE PREP PRACTICE EXAMS
Take a free fully-proctored practice ACT, PSAT or SAT that will show
you what to expect in a test-like environment. Receive a
comprehensive analysis of your performance on the test, detailing
your individual strengths and weaknesses.
ACT—Saturday, May 21
PSAT—Friday, June 10
SAT—Friday, July 15
Stop by the Adult Reference Desk for more information or to register.
MON
SUN
Library Programs
Adult Programs
Children’s Programs
Young Adult Programs
All ages Programs
WED
TUE
FRI
THU
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Library Hours
3
10
NATIONAL
LIBRARY
WEEK!
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NANCY’S KNITTERS
6:45-8:45 PM
11
YA TEEN TIME 3:30-5:30 PM
MARJAN 6-8:30 PM
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LIBRARY
OPENS
AT NOON
TODAY
25
YA TEEN TIME 3:30-5:30 PM
6
WACKY WEDNESDAYS
3:45 PM
YA TEEN TIME 3:30-5:30 PM
12
GOING GREEN 3:45 PM
ORGANIC GARDENING
6:30 PM
NANCY’S KNITTERS
6:45-8:45 PM
18
YA TEEN TIME 3:30-5:30 PM
24
facebook.com/shlibrary
4
YA TEEN TIME 3:30-5:30 PM
2
BOY SCOUT TROOP 331
10:00 AM-NOON
Monday - Thursday
10am to 9pm
Friday
10am to 6pm
Saturday
10am to 5pm
Resident Reservations
North Meeting Room
Grace Gowens Room
S AT
13
WACKY WEDNESDAYS
3:45 PM
YA TEEN TIME 3:30-5:30 PM
COMMUNITY POLICING
7-8:30 PM
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20
YA TEEN TIME 3:30-5:30 PM
DELTA 6:30-8:30 PM
NANCY’S KNITTERS
6:45-8:45 PM
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27
YA TEEN TIME 3:30-5:30 PM
DELTA 6:30-8:30PM
7
8
TRAVEL FILM
PRESENTATION: FRANCE
1:30 PM
TODDLER TIME 6:30 PM
DELTA 6:30-8:30PM
14
15
21
28
SPRING BREAK MOVIE
1:30-3:30 PM
CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY
6:30-8:30 PM
16
BOY SCOUT TROOP 331
10:00 AM-NOON
FEATURE FILM:
THE BLIND SIDE
2:00 PM
SPRING THINGS
GUESSING CONTEST ENDS
CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY
6:30-8:30 PM
ORGANIZING FOR
EVERYONE
7:00 PM
ATLAS LIBRARY MEETING
1:00-4:00 PM
CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY
6:30-8:30 PM
9
TRUE WORSHIP
CHRISTIAN CENTER
1:00-4:00 PM
DESIGN YOUR OWN COMIC
DRAWING WORKSHOP
2:00 PM
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29
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GOOD
FRIDAY
LIBRARY
CLOSED
C’EST SI BON 10-11:30 AM