imagine - Eisenhower Public Library District

Transcription

AUTUMN/WINTER 2013
IMAGINE
EXPLORE
CONNECT
EISENHOWER
PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
4613 N. Oketo Avenue
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
708-867-7828
www.eisenhowerlibrary.org
IN THIS ISSUE:
One Book, One Community
Pick up your free copy of The War of the Worlds by
H.G. Wells and join in on the programs and conversations
that enhance the experience of reading a great book.
PAGE 01 - www.eisenhowerlibrary.org - 708-867-7828
TABLE OF CONTENTS
THE INSIDE TRACK
PAGE 1
EXPLORE...
PAGE 2
LIBRARY PROGRAMS
PAGE 3 - 4
ONE BOOK,
ONE COMMUNITY
PAGE 5
FILM SCREENINGS
PAGE 6
BUS TRIPS
PAGE 6
DISCUSSION GROUPS
PAGE 7
RECOMMENDATIONS
PAGE 8
KIDS WORLD
PAGE 9 - 10
NEW RELEASES
PAGE 11
COMPUTER CLASSES
PAGE 12
FEATURES
PAGE 13
THE EISENHOWER EXPLORER is
a publication of the Eisenhower
Public Library District, serving
the communities of Norridge and
Harwood Heights, Illinois.
Edited and designed by
Christopher Clark.
THE
INSIDE
TRACK
Ask not what your country can do for you,
“ask
what you can do for your country.”
John F. Kennedy’s quote inspired my life and led me to be a librarian. Along with teachers, emergency services personnel and local government officials, librarians work for
the good of their communities. Maybe because civics classes are no longer taught,
many citizens have lost the concept of working for the public good. While taxes have
become a swear word, without them the services that you deserve could not be provided.
For me personally, I try to give back to both Norridge and Harwood Heights. I have
been a board member at the Seniors Assistance Center; a local Rotary Club member
for many years with two years as president; a mentor for 14 years working with Ridgewood High School students; a judge for the Harwood Heights college scholarship; and
a volunteer to Help Enzo Build a School. I subscribe to the lost philosophy: if you work
in your community; give back to it through volunteerism and financial support.
Since the days of the book mobile, I have worked with The Friends of the Eisenhower
Library group. They are instrumental in supporting the mission of the Library. Funds
raised from Friends-sponsored book sales are used for Library programs and to raise
awareness of the Library through appearances at community events such as this summer’s Island in the City Festival where they treated children to a ring toss game and
offered adults free copies of our special edition of The War of the Worlds (featuring a
dust jacket printed with funds provided by the Friends). Please support the group by
joining our volunteer cadre or by coming to the book sale on October 4th and 5th.
The senior citizens of Norridge and Harwood Heights are an integral component of
our community. That’s why we’re proud to be associated with the Seniors Assistance
Center. SAC provides for the needs of seniors and the disabled, assisting them in maintaining a quality lifestyle in our community. Eisenhower also provides home delivery
service to those members of our community who are unable to leave their homes due
to age, illness or disability. You can find more information on home delivery on page 14.
Eisenhower is proud to be a member of the Harwood Heights-Norridge Chamber of
Commerce. The Chamber, made up of local businesses and organizations,
promotes the welfare of our community through
networking nights, business seminars, and by offering scholarships
to local high school graduates. Area
business-owners are encouraged to
join the Chamber to help with the advancement of the economic, cultural
and civic welfare of Norridge and Harwood Heights.
Our library trustees are the ultimate
volunteers. They are pro-library advo-
www.eisenhowerlibrary.org - 708-867-7828 - PAGE 02
EXPLORE...THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
The Friends of the Eisenhower
Library is a volunteer, non-profit
group of contributing members
c ommi t te d to enhancing t he
Eisenhower Public Library District
and its services. The Friends group
has a long history of actively supporting the Library by providing
books and materials; funding programs and speakers; hosting book
sales; and raising community awareness for the Library.
Originally formed in 1965 to begin
the process of founding a community library, the group was officially incorporated on February 11th,
1969 as “The Friends of the Library
for Norridge-Harwood Heights.” The
Friends also played a pivotal role in
passing the 2003 referendum that
paved the way for the construction
of the beautiful building that currently houses the Eisenhower Public
Library. The current Friends group
was re-formed and incorporated in
May, 2011 as the “Friends of the Eisenhower Library.”
The Friends of the Eisenhower Library’s main sources of income are
book sales. The Annual Book Sale
takes place this year on Friday, October 4th and Saturday, October 5th
from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm; a special, members-only Preview Book
Sale will be held on Thursday evening. Regular Mini Book Sales are
held on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month (except October) from 2:00 to 4:00 pm in the
Book Sale Room, located near the
Quiet Room on the ground floor of
the Library. Hardcover books, DVDs,
and CDs are priced at one dollar;
paperback books and children’s
books are fifty cents. The items for
these sales come from the Library
and from donations from members
of the community.
The Friends group would not be
possible if not for the hard work and
dedication of its members. If you
are interested in joining the Friends
of the Eisenhower Library, please
call Tiffany or Julie at the Library
cates, many of whom came out of the ranks of the Friends group.
They developed a supportive philosophy because they saw firsthand what the Library needed and gave their all to make it happen. They fight for the Library budget at local, state and national
levels, making sure the money is used wisely to support the services that our patrons want. It isn’t only about budget though;
it is about giving back to our patrons, the readers, movie-goers
and program attendees. The board considers the needs of all
our patrons, seniors, adults, teens and the youth, our next generation of library users and volunteers.
The Library also collaborates with The
Norridge Park District; Ridgewood,
Union Ridge, Leigh, Giles and Pennoyer
schools; our elected officials; and many
other groups dedicated to keeping our
community a vibrant and dynamic place
to live. Take part in giving back too and,
thanks to you, we’ll look forward to another terrific “40 Years of Community.”
Ronald V. Stoch
Library Director
(708-867-7828) or stop in and ask
for a membership form. An individual membership costs $5.00 and is
valid from October 1st, 2013 to September 30th, 2014. A family membership costs $10.00 and includes
two adults and up to five children
under 18 years of age. Business
memberships are also available.
Membership gives you access to
the Preview Book Sale as well as
entry into Friends-only events and
raffles. The Friends of the Eisenhower Library look forward to seeing
new faces at their monthly meetings
and events. The group meets on the
third Wednesday of each month at
6:00 pm in the Library’s Conference
Room.
The current officers of the Friends
of the Eisenhower Library are:
President: Bob Nega
Vice-President: Scott Parent
Treasurer: Ursula Pawlowski
Secretary: Jeff Steele
Directors: Gerry Hintz,
Nancy Komada and Gayle Nega
DonatinG
to the Friends
of the Library
If you are interested in donating items to the
Friends of the Eisenhower Library, a donation bin is
located in the Library Services area of the Library,
near the café and the Marketing Department office. The Friends are able to accept donations of
books, DVDs, CDs, and video games. Unfortunately, they cannot accept VHS tapes, magazines, encyclopedias, condensed books or outdated computer
manuals and textbooks.
If you are unsure if an item you would like to donate
is acceptable, please stop by the Library Monday
through Friday between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm and
speak with one of the Marketing Department staff
for assistance.
LIBRARY PROGRAMS
October
ESL Conversation Corner
October 1st, November 5th &
December 3rd, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Practice your English with others and
socialize over coffee and treats. Funded
by the American Dream Starts @ Your
Library grant.
Open Streets Project
October 5th, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Tour your community with the Fire
Department Open House, Friends Book
Sale and our Open Streets Project on
Wilson Avenue. Giant Candyland, hula
hoops, face painting and more!
Guitarist Peter Fletcher
Classical guitarist Peter Fletcher returns
thanks to support from the Friends of
the Library! Mr. Fletcher has played at
Carnegie Hall and now will perform for you.
Knitting Circle
October 15th, November 19th &
December 17th, 2:30 - 4:00 pm
Join us the third Tuesday of each
month for an afternoon of knitting and
crocheting. Enjoy tea and coffee with
fellow fiber-arts lovers.
Obstacles to Employment
Registration begins September 16th
You Can Brew It!
October 20th, 2:00 - 4:30 pm
Award winning home beer maker
Scott Pointon explains the equipment,
ingredients and resources to help wouldbe brew masters get started with a fun
and rewarding hobby.
Great American Songbook
October 29th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
What is asylum? What is a green card
and how do I get one? As part of the
Eisenhower Speaks Your Language
program, United States Citizenship and
Immigration Services will provide answers
to these questions and more.
October 21st, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Burton Fischman will entertain fans
of classic American music with song
selections and stories about George
Gershwin, Irving Berlin and others.
November
Cooking for One or Two
November 1st, 10:00 - 11:00 am
Representatives from Medicare and
Medicaid will be here to help you navigate
the fall open enrollment period.
October 23rd, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
$3.00 tasting fee. Preparing recipes for
one or two can be a challenge. Food and
wine journalist Camille Stagg will teach
you how to plan menus, shop for smaller
quantities and freeze extra portions.
Recipes and samples will be offered.
Power of Attorney and
Living Wills
October 24th, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Attorneys will provide information on the
documents that allow you to specify your
wishes for health care in the event that
you become unable to speak for yourself.
Gift Wrapping on a Budget
October 19th, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Address issues of age, gaps in
employment and poor work history with
the help of Lori Howard and Deb Berger.
Overcome your obstacles to employment.
October 26th, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Stunning, low-cost gift wraps can be
yours using recycled papers, ribbons
and boxes. Prairie Godmothers will
demonstrate the art of spectacular gift
presentation.
Humans Versus Zombies!
Petra’s Songs of Autumn
October 20th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Bring your own zombie slaying Nerf
weapons (NO PROJECTILES!) or use ours.
Meet at the Norridge Park Field House to
save the world. For ages 14 to 19. $5.00
registration fee. Register at Eisenhower
or the Park District.
Immigration 101
October 28th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Thanks to sponsorship by the Friends
of the Eisenhower Library, popular jazz
vocalist Petra van Nuis returns with
Andy Brown, Joe Policastro, and Bob
Rummage to perform the romantic
songs of autumn.
Medicare and Medicaid
Open Enrollment
Community Drum Circle
November 2nd, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Drum circles invite people to release
emotions and raise inner consciousness
through communal drumming and singing.
Join musician Kim Devore in a community
building experience.
Stories of the Titanic
November 3rd, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Living history impersonator R. J. Lindsey
portrays Carr Van Andra, editor of the
New York Times, as he relates stories
of the Titanic. Beginning with the ship’s
SOS message, he recounts the hour-byhour events of the maiden voyage that
led to the fateful iceberg collision. Titanic
artifacts, including replicas of dinnerware
will be displayed.
Introduction to Meditation
November 7th, 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Join Buddhist monk and experienced
meditation instructor Phra Anuchit
Tikkhaviro to learn simple meditation
techniques that will help you find peace
of mind, eliminate stress, increase
concentration and become more relaxed.
For ages 18 and over.
Oliver Wellington’s Will
Pinhole Photography
December 27th, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Make your own pinhole camera from
household items and use it for covert
spy photography.
In this Live Action Role-Playing
game, use your detective skills to
find billionaire Oliver Wellington’s
will, lost somewhere in the vast
collection of books he’s left to the
Library. Come in costume and stay
in character as you hunt.
The CSI Effect
January 3rd 10:00 - 11:30 am
Police detectives separate
reality from television fiction
and show you how CSI works
in real life. Bring your spy
camera and take crime scene
photos.
Remembering the ‘70s
Recipe Swap
Join food and wine journalist Camille Stagg
for a remembrance of (or introduction to)
food trends from the 1970s. Bring your
own favorite family recipes to exchange
with others.
Illinois State Services
Associates from Representative Martwick’s
and Senator Mulroe’s offices will be here
to field questions and provide information
on state services.
France’s Valley of the Kings
Travel expert Al Popowitz will take you on
a virtual tour of the Valley of the Kings,
France’s Loire Valley, including the historic
Chateaux of Amboise, the magnificent
mansion home of Leonardo da Vinci, a
colorful market and a hot air balloon ride.
Kolackies for the Holidays
$3.00 tasting fee. Author and food blogger
Amy Alessio will explore the history of this
special treat, give you a chance to try a
few from different bakeries and organize
a recipe exchange. Bring 25 copies of a
favorite cookie recipe to share.
Mock Citizenship Interviews
The Discovery of Magic
William Pack, the Chicago Magic
Expert, cracks open his magic history
scrapbooks to reveal a secret world
of colorful characters, amusing
adventures and arcane lore. Explore
behind-the-scenes tales most people
never hear and wonder at re-creations
of the magic tricks behind the stories.
December
Family Fireplace Photo Day
December 1st, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
The beautiful fireplace in our Quiet
Room will serve as a backdrop for
your family photos. A photographer
will provide you with a digital photo for
holiday cards.
Behind the Scenes Peek at
the Food Business
Nationally acclaimed restaurateur,
television personality, root beer maker
and mom Gale Gand will talk about
how to build a business. Gale’s Root
Beer will be served and you’ll have an
opportunity to buy her cookbooks.
Conversations with Coco
Chanel
Register for
programs at
or by calling
708-867-2299
CIVIL WAR
SERIES
Illinois in the Civil War
September 26th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Author Tom Emery covers a wide array
of topics relating to the Civil War in
Illinois, including Illinois men in key
battles, life on the Illinois home front
and the importance of Illinois to the
Union effort.
Civil War Espionage
Agent, Elizabeth Van Lew
October 10th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
First-person historical re-enactor
Annette Baldwin will show you what it
was like to be Civil War spy, Elizabeth
Van Lew, a well-born Richmond,
Virginia resident who built and
operated an extensive spy ring in
service to the Union.
Practice your citizenship interview
skills. U.S. Customs and Immigration
representatives will offer naturalization
practice sessions, explaining what is
required to pass the interview and what
might cause a failure. They will then
explain the requirements for citizenship.
Historical-portrayer Annette Baldwin
will bring Coco Chanel to life. Lively
and frank, the unforgettable Coco (the
most influential clothing designer of
the 20th century) will share her fashion
theories, reveal her business secrets
and candidly discuss the men in her life
and their influences on her work.
Nightclub in the Afternoon
The Back Roads of Tuscany
Eerie Similarities between
Kennedy and Lincoln
Healthy Dining on a Dime
Chicago’s Most Wanted
Film Screening: Lincoln
Singer Mary Anne Riehl, performer with
Lawrence Welk, presents Nightclub in
the Afternoon, an enchanting, nostalgic
experience bringing back memories of the
golden age of candlelight, romance and
laughter with songs from the 1920s, ‘30s
and ‘40s sung by Mary Anne with a threepiece, tuxedo-clad band.
November 16th, 10:00 - 11:00 pm
Food is every household’s second largest
expense (next to housing) with costs
continuing to rise. In this program, learn
dozens of eco-friendly, practical tips to
save money whether you are eating in,
dining out or entertaining friends. No
coupons required!
Travel experts Al and Gail Popowitz
will take you on a journey to Europe
the easy way. Visit St. Gimignano
(the medieval Manhattan), Pienza (a
Renaissance town created for a pope),
St. Galgano (a once great French Gothic
church), St. Antimo (one of Italy’s finest
abbeys) and more.
Author Laura L. Enright will blow you
away with amazing facts about the
Windy City’s memorable minutiae
with delightful details from her book
Chicago’s Most Wanted: The Top 10
Book of Murderous Mobsters, Midway
Monsters and Windy City Oddities.
October 24th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
John F. Kennedy and Abraham Lincoln
served as Presidents one hundred
years apart yet their lives ran directly
parallel to one another. Join historian
Jim Gibbons as he details the eerie
coincidences and similarities between
our 35th and 16th Presidents.
Nominated for 17 Golden Globes
and 12 Academy Awards, Steven
Spielberg’s Lincoln chronicles the
President’s time in office between
1861 and 1865 as he dealt with
personal and political demons
during the Civil War.
ONE BOOK, ONE COMMUNITY
As part of our 40th Anniversary celebration, the Eisenhower Public Library District is inviting our patrons to participate in a One Book, One Community program encouraging the entire community to read the same book and
join in on a common conversation. While supplies last, stop in at the Library to pick up your free copy of The
War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells, featuring an exclusive dust jacket painted by renowned comic-artist Alex Ross,
and read along with the rest of the Eisenhower Community. We hope to enhance your experience of the sci-fi
classic with War of the Worlds themed library events throughout the month of October.
Adult Book
Discussions
October 7th,
7:00 - 8:30 pm
October 8th,
2:00 - 3:30 pm
The October Adult Book
Discussion book will be
The War of the Worlds. Free copies of the
book are available in regular and large
type. Check-outs are available in audio
formats and on book club Nooks. Join us
for a lively discussion.
War of the Worlds Book
Discussions
October 10th, 12th & 13th,
2:00 - 3:30 pm
If you can’t make it to our regular Adult
Book Discussion Group meetings, sign
up for one of our bonus discussions of
The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells.
Astronomy for Everyone
Astrophysicist Kevin Manning, a former
consultant with NASA, wants to share his
passion for astronomy with you! Learn
about the size and scale of the planets,
the stars and other celestial wonders
using hands-on activities and assorted
visuals. Sky viewing with telescopes will
complete the program.
Kids World Lego Day:
Build a Spaceship
October 12th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Use your imagination to make something
out of this world with our Lego bricks and
we’ll post a photo on our Facebook page.
H.G. Wells Film
Festival
October 14th - 17th,
6:30 - 8:30 pm
We’ve programmed a
week of films based
on the writings of H.G.
Wells: The Invisible Man
(1933), Island of Lost Souls (1932), The
Time Machine (1960) and The War of
the Worlds (1953).
Classic Film
Screening
October 17th,
1:00 - 4:00 pm
As part of his Classic
Film Series, film scholar
Ralph Amelio will present
George Pal’s 1953
version of The War of the Worlds on
our big screen and lead a discussion
afterward. Rated G.
Non-Fiction Film
Screening:
F for Fake
October 19th,
2:00 - 3:30 pm
Orson Welles’ late
career documentary
examining the nature of truth profiles
literary hoaxers and art forgers and
incorporates anecdotes from Welles’
own infamous radio broadcast.
Meet Author
Carol Brendler
October 21st,
5:00 - 6:00 pm
Author Carol Brendler
will discuss her new
book Radio Girl, in
which fourteen-year-old
Cece’s dream of a career as a radio
star gets off to a bumpy, hilarious start
culminating in the panic surrounding the
1938 broadcast of Orson Welles’ War of
the Worlds. Copies of Radio Girl will be
for sale.
Readers in grades 5 - 9 can enter our
contest for the chance to attend an
author’s tea with Carol Brendler and get
a free copy of her book. Return entry
forms by 10/14.
Science Fiction in
Film History
October 22nd, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Resident film scholar Ralph Amelio will
take you on a fun and informative walk
through the historical significance and
cultural impact of science fiction in
the movies.
Kids Craft Day: Make Your
Own Aliens
October 27th, 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Kids can use our art supplies to create
fun, handmade monsters from outer space
inspired by The War of the Worlds.
Kids Movie
Monday:
Spaced Invaders
Monday, October 28th,
3:00 - 5:00 pm
A crew of dimwitted
Martians mistake Orson
Welles’ radio broadcast of
The War of the Worlds for a real invasion
of the Earth in this family friendly movie.
Rated PG.
The War of the Worlds
Radio Play
October 30th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
The SAG/AFTRA Senior Radio Players
present a live re-creation of Orson Welles’
infamous and terrifying Mercury Theater
radio production of The War of the Worlds,
first broadcast on October 30th, 1938.
Community
Reading Video
Screenings
October 14th - 20th
All year long we’re
producing a filmed reading
of The War of the Worlds
with you as the star.
To participate, call the Answers Desk at
708-867-2299 and schedule a time to
record a few paragraphs.
ALEX ROSS
A world-renowned comics artist
with a history of using the Eisenhower
Library to find art-reference photography,
Alex Ross was our first choice to paint our
War of the Worlds dust jacket. Pick up your
free copy of the book featuring this beautiful
artwork at the Answers Desk while supplies last.
Classic Film Series
Resident film scholar Ralph Amelio
presents a movie on our big screen
and leads a thought-provoking
discussion afterward.
Salvador
October 10th 1:00 - 4:00 pm
A down-on-his-luck-journalist chronicles the events
of El Salvador’s 1980 military dictatorship, including
the assassination of Archbishop Oscar Romero. With
James Wood and James Belushi, directed by Oliver
Stone.
The War of the Worlds
October 17th, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
The film adaptation of the H.G. Wells story of the
invasion of Earth by killer Martians. With Gene Barry
and Ann Robinson, directed by Byron Haskin.
You Can’t Take It with You
October 31st, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
A man from a family of rich snobs becomes engaged
to a woman from a good-natured but decidedly
eccentric family. With Jean Arthur and James Stewart,
directed by Frank Capra.
The Big Red One
The story of a sergeant and the inner core members
of his unit as they try to survive the Second World
War. With Lee Marvin and Mark Hamill, directed by
Samuel Fuller.
The Parallax View
An ambitious reporter gets in way-over-his-head
trouble while investigating a senator’s assassination.
With Warren Beatty and Paula Prentiss, directed by
Alan Pakula.
Blazing Saddles
To ruin a western town, a corrupt political boss
appoints a black sheriff, who promptly becomes his
most formidable adversary. With Cleavon Little and
Gene Wilder, directed by Mel Brooks.
Gun Crazy
A well-meaning crack shot husband is pressured by
his beautiful marksman wife to go on an interstate
robbery spree, where he finds out just how depraved
and deadly she really is. With John Dall and Peggy
Cummins, directed by Joseph Lewis.
BUS
TRIPS
to register, call
708-867-2299 or
ask at
Answers.
Eisenhower’s bus trips are
among our most exciting and
popular events. A chartered
bus will pick up and drop off
registered patrons in front of
the Library at the listed times.
Space is limited and the trips
always fill up quickly so don’t
forget to register early.
Unless stated, lunch is not included in the cost of each trip.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Uncommon Ground
Rooftop Farm Tour
October 2nd, 10:15 am - 2:45 pm
$30.00
Join us on our trip to Uncommon
Ground, host to the nation’s first
certified organic rooftop farm. Each
year a variety of vegetables and
herbs are planted and everything
grown ends up on the menu! We’ll
tour the rooftop farm and have lunch in the restaurant afterwards.
Cost includes admission and lunch.
Pritzker Military
Library Tour
November 8th, 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
$28.00
Discover the story of the citizen
soldier in a guided tour at the
Pritzker Military Library. Artifacts
from the Army, Navy, Marine Corps,
Air Force and Coast Guard illuminate
American history. Lunch will be at
the Loop’s South Water Kitchen. Cost includes tour, soup, lunch
entree and drink.
Treasures of the
Walt Disney Archives
$25.00
Explore the Treasures of the Walt
Disney Archives at the Museum of
Science and Industry, an exhibition
which encompasses nearly 300
artifacts from nine decades of
Disney history including drawings;
props; costumes; artwork from classic Disney animation, theme
park attractions, TV shows and live action films; plus items from
contemporary Disney milestones.
Drive-in in the Wintertime November 23rd, 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Bring your blankets and a picnic lunch for the total summertime drive-in theater experience in the middle of the winter.
We’ll be showing family friendly drive-in movies, trailers and shorts all day long in the Library’s Meeting Room.
DISCUSSION GROUPS
ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION
Eisenhower’s Adult Book
Discussion Group meets the first
Monday of every month from 7:00 8:30 pm and the following Tuesday
from 2:00 - 3:30 pm. Come to
either session. Wide ranging book
choices and discussions will keep
you energized and excited about
reading. The current title is always
available for check-out at the
Library Services Desk.
NON-FICTION DISCUSSION
Eisenhower’s Non-Fiction
Discussion Group meets on the
third Saturday of each month at
2:00 pm to talk about books and
view documentary films on a wide
variety of fascinating subjects.
RED FEATHER SOCIETY
The Eisenhower Library romance
book discussion group now meets
the second Monday of each month
from 7:00 - 8:00 pm. We read
a lot of books and love sharing
what we’ve been reading with one
another.
WRITING GROUPS
THE PEN & INK
WRITERS GROUP
The Pen & Ink Writers Group
gathers on the third Monday of
each month from 7:00 - 8:45 pm
to read short stories, poems or
essays, all inspired by a common
theme. Build up your writing skills
through practice, presentation and
positive critique.
THE ANONYMOUS
WRITERS GROUP
Bring in your novel, your short
story, your graphic novel or your
poetry. Meet with others in grades
7 - 12 to hear creative critiques
and improve your work. When
things are slow, writing exercises
include the ever popular Exquisite
Corpse! How can you lose? The
group meets every Thursday from
4:00 - 5:30 pm.
RECO
Dream with Little Angels
by Michael Hiebert
Recommended by Melissa
Dream with Little Angels by award-winning short
story writer Michael Hiebert is a small book grappling
with big issues. Set in small town Alabama, the
point-of-view character is 11-year old Abe Teal. Abe’s
mother is the town’s only police detective. When two
young girls disappear, Detective Teal’s work kicks
into high gear, giving Abe the freedom he needs
to explore and investigate and have grand adventures. There’s murder,
there’s racism, there’s backwoods poverty and mental illness. Despite
what the dust jacket says, this is not the next To Kill a Mockingbird. It’s
just a very good first novel.
We Are Water: A Novel
by Wally Lamb
Recommended by Kathleen
Wally Lamb’s We Are Water is a layered portrait of
the modern American family. It centers on Anna Oh
(wife and mother, outsider artist and lesbian brideto-be) and the family relationships that are severed
and mended as Anna moves through her life. Anna’s
hometown of Three Rivers, Connecticut serves as
a quaint backdrop masking a history of personal
trauma and racial tension. Anna’s turbulent past and transitional present
intersect as each chapter is narrated by a different character: Orin, martyr
and ex-husband; Andrew, Ariane, and Marissa, Anna’s dissimilar children;
and Kent, Anna’s cousin and childhood tormentor. We Are Water will be
available on October 22nd.
Frankenstein’s Cat: Cuddling up to
Biotech’s Brave New Beasts
by Emily Anthes
Recommended by Dan
Humans have been breeding animals to produce
certain results for centuries but it has always been a
long-drawn-out process. That isn’t the case anymore.
Advances in biotechnology have enabled scientists
to produce brand new animals in a matter of weeks.
Because genetic manipulation is experimental, scientists rarely know
what kinds of characteristics they are going to produce. Anthes reports
on genetically modified mice that will only turn left, that get male pattern
baldness and even mice that grow tusks. Frankenstein’s Cat is fascinating
look at a brand new field that has little government oversight and a lot of
moral ambiguity.
OMMENDED
READS
In this autumn issue, your librarians
offer suggestions to help you
“fall into” reading
KIDS BOOKS
Like Bug Juice on
a Burger
I Dare You
Not to Yawn
by Helene Boudreau and
Serge Bloch
Recommended
by Miss Mary Jo
“Yawns are sneaky. They
can creep up on you
when you least expect
them.” This charming picture book will entertain
the little ones on their way to bed as well as
the tired adult who is trying to get them there.
Children are warned against the trappings of
sleepiness - snuggly pajamas, huggable stuffed
animals, sleep inducing songs and the infectious
yawns of siblings and pets. For best results, try
to read this with yawning and stretching sound
effects! “Yawwrrr!”
Barnaby
by Julie Sternberg
Recommended by Miss Tiffany
Nine year-old Eleanor is attending
summer camp for the first time
and doesn’t quite know what to
expect. Riding the bus into camp
and seeing only trees, bushes
and weeds, Eleanor starts to rethink her decision to
come to Camp Wallumwahpuck. After falling down and
scraping her knees and chin, things go from bad to
worse. There are bugs everywhere, the mess hall serves
sloppy joes instead of burgers (what?!), she is put in the
Guppies swimming group (the second-lowest class) and
there is NO CANDY allowed. How is she ever going to
survive? With the help of new friends, a goat and some
newfound courage, Eleanor just might have fun and
enjoy summer camp after all!
by Crockett Johnson
Recommended by Penny
One of my all-time
favorite comic strips,
Barnaby, ran from April
20, 1942 to December
31, 1943. I never got to see those but I did read my
dad’s collections. These are four-panel comic dailies
about life in America during World War II. What makes
them amazing, funny, charming and beautiful are the
things included in Barnaby’s world: his pink-winged
cigar smoking fairy godfather, Mr. O’Malley; Gorgon,
the talking dog; Gus, the ghost; Atlas, the dwarf mental
giant; and Jane, the pragmatic girl next door. I love
everything about this book, but most of all I love the
ordinariness of the fantastic.
Finder: Voice
by Carla Speed McNeil
Recommended by Victoria
The chaotic, beautifully
rendered, futuristic city of
Anvard is ruled by distinctive
clans, all of whom hold their
members to certain standards
of conformity. Rachel
Grosvenor is the product of a
mixed marriage. The only one of her siblings who
meets clan standards, she competes to win a place
among the ranks - to blend in. But when a ring that
allows her to compete is stolen before the contest
ends, she has to strike out on her own. Searching
for the only man who can help her, Rachel finds a
lot more than she bargained for.
GRAPHIC NOVELS
KIDS WORLD
Registration BEGINs
September 16Th
Lego Day:
Build a
Spaceship
October 12th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Grades K - 6, Registration Required
Use your imagination to make something out of this world with our Lego
bricks and we’ll post a photo on our
Facebook page.
book
mark
contest
Movie Monday:
Oz the Great
and Powerful
September 3rd - October 31st - Grades K - 5
Grab your art supplies and design a bookmark based on the theme “Paws
to Read.” The winning artwork will become our official bookmark and earn a
$100 gift card. Forms are available in Kids World and online. Entries must be
turned in by October 31, 2013.
Wii & Rock Band
Challenge
Grades 2 - 6
Bring your best moves and compete
in some of your favorite games
including Mario Kart, Rock Band and
Super Smash Bros Brawl. Bring your
Nintendo DS and Pokémon games if
you like to battle against other players
Green
Halloween
Costume Swap
October 12th, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
All Ages, Registration Required
Is your Halloween costume too small?
Looking for a costume to wear this
Halloween? Swap an old costume for
another. Attendees must drop off a
costume to trade at the Kids Desk in order to be registered. Costume drop off begins September 1st and ends
October 11th.
October 14th, 1:00 - 3:30 pm
All Ages, Registration Required
A small-time magician with dubious
ethics finds himself in the Land of Oz, facing three witches
while trying to cope with the Land’s epic problems and find
out who is good and who is evil before it is too late. Rated
PG. Free Popcorn!
Meet Radio Girl
author Carol
Brendler
October 21st, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Grades 5 - 9, Registration Required
Teens and Tweens can enter our
contest for the chance to be one of
fifteen people at a private tea with
Carol Brendler and get a free copy of
her book, Radio Girl. Return entry forms by October 14th.
Halloween
Comicfest
October 26th
All Ages
Celebrate Halloween with some awesome free comic
books courtesy of the Library! Limit two per person.
Check for your favorites in the Teen Department and in
Kids World too!
Register by calling 708-867-2298, by visiting www.eisenhowerlibrary.org, or by asking at the Kids World Desk.
Spooky Craft Day:
Make Your Own
Aliens
October 27th, All Ages
Drop in throughout the day to create fun, handmade monsters from outer space inspired by
our One Book, One Community selection, The
War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells.
Movie
Monday:
Spaced
Invaders
International
Games Day
November 16th, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Grades 2 - 6
Visit the Library for games of all kinds! Board games, live action
games and open video game play too. Bring your Nintendo DS and
Pokemon games.
Sea Beast
Puppet
Company
Thank You!
October 28th, 3:00 - 5:00 pm
All Ages - Registration
November 20th,
Required
6:00 - 7:00 pm
All Ages - Registration Required
A crew of dimwitted Mar-
tians mistake Orson Welles’
radio broadcast of The War of the Worlds for a
real invasion of the Earth in this family friendly
movie. Rated PG. Free Popcorn!
Join us for a puppet show like
you’ve never seen before! Surf
and Turf combines the classic
tales of Stone Soup and How
the Whale Got His Throat with
humor, music and awesome
puppets.
Trick
or Treat at
the
Kids
Library
Holiday
October 31st,
Craft Day
1:00 - 3:00 pm
All Ages
Celebrate Halloween with us! Put on your
costume and stop by Kids World anytime
between 1:00 and 3:00 pm to be taken on a
trick-or-treating tour
around the library.
December 7th & 8th,
1:00 – 3:00 pm
All Ages - Registration Required
We’ll help you make four
different fun, wintery craft
projects. $1.00 registration fee
covers all materials.
TUESDAY
THURSDAY
POLISH TODDLER
18 - 35 MONTHS
9:15 AM
JUNIOR
3 - 5 YEARS
10:30 AM
MONDAY
BABY
6 - 17 MONTHS
10:30 AM
POLISH JUNIOR
3 - 5 YEARS
1:00 PM
FAMILY
5:30 PM
WEDNESDAY
TODDLER
18 - 35 MONTHS
9:15 AM
TODDLER
18 - 35 MONTHS
10:00 AM
POLISH JUNIOR
3 - 5 YEARS
10:30 AM
JUNIOR
3 - 5 YEARS
1:00 PM
BIG KIDS
K - GRADE 2
5:30 PM
STORYTIME SCHEDULE
We asked and you
responded! Thanks
to everyone in the
community for their
suggestions of better
times and dates for
storytime. Based on
your survey responses,
the storytime
schedule has a
completely new look.
Changes take time
and we’d love to hear
some feedback about
this new schedule.
Please drop by the
Kids Desk to let us
know your thoughts.
Storytime is a drop-in
program, which means
there is no need to
register! Just sign
in at the desk when
you arrive. Priority
goes to Norridge and
Harwood Heights
cardholders.
Storytimes are
intended to encourage
a love of reading.
Designed to meet the
needs of specific age
ranges, we require
all children to be in
the age range
listed in order
to attend.
For more
FRIDAY
information on
our storytime
JUNIOR
rules, please
3 - 5 YEARS
see our website.
10:00 AM
September 9th through November 29th
NEW RELEASE SHELF
05
11/
11/12
11/05
10/29
10/29
0
9/1
10/22
9/17
10/08
11/05
10/01
7
9/1
11/05
9/24
8
0
10/
10/08
10/01
Computer
Classes
Email Basics
Learn the basics of using email,
including how to receive and send
electronic messages. Learn how
messages are stored and what it means
to have an email address. If you already
have a Gmail account, please bring
sign-in information to class.
Computer Literacy Series
October 10th, 17th & 24th,
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Learn the basics of using a computer
with this three-part Computer Literacy
Series. This series begins with mousing
and ends with internet usage. A great
starting point for beginners.
Individual Computer Help
October 11th, 2:00 - 4:30 pm
October 22nd, 6:00 - 8:30 pm
If you have a computer question that
you need help with, sign up for one 25
minute time slot with a technology clerk.
Register early and come prepared with
a question, or a specific thing you want
to learn more about.
Email Plus
October 15th, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Ready to learn more email? Join
us to learn more ways to use your
Gmail account, including text effects,
attachments, working with drafts,
contacts, display settings and “starring”
messages.
Computer Literacy Series 2
November 7th, 14th & 21st,
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Continue learning computer use with
this three-part Computer Literacy
Series. This series begins where our
beginner’s CLS class leaves off and
covers file saving, internet searching,
bookmarks, computer safety and more.
Online Recipe Resources
November 12th, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Learn how to use the internet to
research, collect and save delicious
recipes. Come to either the morning or
afternoon session.
Social Media 101: Facebook
November 15th, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Learn what you can do with the world’s
most popular social website, Facebook.
Set up your own profile and begin
connecting with friends and family.
Ancestry Online
Learn how to find your family history
with Ancestry Library Edition. Basic
knowledge of how to use the internet is
required.
Eisenhower Library
patrons have access to a large
collection of online resources for
historical, scientific and consumer
research. Plus a lot more.
Chilton Library
Step-by-step instructions for vehicle repairs, maintenance
schedules, information on recalls and much more.
Chicago Consumer’s Checkbook
Looking for a good plumber, lawn care service or contractor?
Find these and many other service providers with user ratings.
Consumer Reports
Product reviews and ratings on cars, appliances, electronics
and more from well-respected consumer researchers.
Ancestry Library Edition
Search census records, military records, directories, passenger lists and more to discover your family history and research
your family tree.
Build Your Resume Online
November 22nd, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Come prepared with your work history
and we’ll show you how to create a
beautiful resume in a classic style. Save
your resume in a PDF format to send off
to prospective employers or print.
Digital Magazines with Zinio
Learn how to use Zinio, our new digital
magazine service, to download and
read dozens of free magazines on your
computer, tablet or smart phone.
Social Media 101: Pinterest
December 13th, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Learn why Pinterest has quickly become
one of the internet’s most popular
social websites. Set up your profile and
begin “pinning” right away.
Polish Computer
Classes
Podstawy komputerze lekcje
05, 12, 19 pazdziernik, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Lekcje oferuja podstawy nauki o
komputerze w trzech czesciach. Kurs
obejmuje nauke uzywania myszki oraz
internetu, jest swietny dla poczatkujacych.
Podstawy emaila
26 listopad, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Klasa wyjasnia zasady korzystania z
poczty elektronicznej (email), odbieranie i
wysylanie wiadomosci droga elektroniczna,
przechowywanie i sortowanie wiadomosci,
oraz co to znaczy miec “adres” e-mailowy.
Email Kontynuacja
03 grudnia, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Klasa pokazuje jak emailem takie jak
np. dokumenty, zdjecia, jak zaznaczyc
ulubione wiadomosci, dodawac kontakty
oraz przybliza niektore ustawienia dla
konta poczty elektronicznej.
TumbleBooks
Animated fiction, non-fiction and foreign language picture
books teach today’s digital-learning kids the joy of reading in
a format they’ll love.
Science in Context
Access over 2 million articles on math, chemistry, biology,
astronomy and more. Find ideas for science fair projects too.
Morningstar Investment Research
The savvy investor can find stock market and mutual fund
information to help with portfolio building.
Access to these and other online tools can be found at
www.eisenhowerlibrary.org/research. For assistance, call
708-867-2299 or ask at the Answers Desk.
FEATURES
VETERAN’S DAY
During the month of November, Eisenhower honors
the brave men and women who serve in our
country’s military.
Veteran’s Photo Display
Veteran’s Breakfast
November 11th, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Our annual thank-you breakfast for all past and
current service men and women.
November 1st - 31st
Submit a photo of a veteran and we will add
it to our display and photo book. Veterans
from any branch and time period are
welcome. Submissions will be accepted until
November 1st. Please contact Kids World at
708-867-2298 with any questions.
Fannie Schmoe’s Bakery opened in Eisenhower’s
café space on Thursday, August 1st, 2013.
Fannie Schmoe’s is owned and operated by the brother and
sister team of Stephanie Rybandt and Joseph Laxner.
How long have you been baking together?
In our family, you began baking as soon as you could see over
the counter top, so we were probably about five years old.
How long have you been in business together?
We loved to play store as children, and also ran some very successful lemonade stands
together as kids. Opening a place like this has been the plan since we were little. We sold
our baked goods for the first time at a farmers market about three years ago as Fannie
Schmoe’s Bakery. Ever since, we have been thinking about opening a bakery-café.
Where did the name “Fannie
Schmoe’s” come from?
Fannie and Schmoe were our nicknames as
kids. And we hated them! But when it came
time to decide on a name for the business, we
embraced what had caused us grief. We felt that
Fannie Schmoe’s Bakery sounded vintage-y and
was representative of what we are trying to do, a
blending of old school family recipes with a hip,
fun vibe.
Tell us about these recipes and
the items on your menu.
The recipes are all old family recipes that
have been handed down through the
generations. We even have the original
kolaczki recipe written in Polish. We make
all the recipes the way they were made
back then - pure, natural ingredients mixed
by hand; we don’t even use an electric
mixer. Many of the items on the menu are
old family recipes, but even the new items
that we have created are mixed by hand,
the old-fashioned way we learned when we
were growing up.
HOME DELIVERY SERVICE
For the past fifteen years, Eisenhower has offered a home delivery service.
Recently retired Eisenhower Librarian, Claudia Bertram, began the program to serve
residents who weren’t able to leave their homes. Over the years she did a great job of
bringing the Library to the community. Eligible residents confined to their homes due
to illness, age, disability, or other extenuating circumstances can have books, movies,
magazines, audiobooks and information delivered to their doors, free of charge. Specific
items can be requested or we can help with your selections. Contact Sandy or Dan at 708867-7828 or visit us online for more information or to sign up for home delivery.
What’s your favorite item on the menu
and what are your best selling items?
Joseph: The raspberry white chocolate scones are my
favorite.
Stephanie: The peanut butter cookies... and they have
been since I was a kid. Our best selling items are the
kolaczkis and the scones.
Who does more of the baking?
Joe: I am the master baker, except for the kolaczkis,
which Stephanie does better. Stephanie is the
business brain.
Why did you decide you wanted a
permanent location and what made this
space at the Eisenhower Library the right
location for you?
We always had the goal to have a bakery-café, a place
where we could make and serve the things we love.
We wanted it to be homey and inviting, like being in
your grandma’s living room, surrounded by vintage
items. Other places we looked at were too big or too
small or didn’t have a kitchen. One of our regular
farmers market patrons let us know that this space
would soon be empty, so we called to see it and get
an interview. And this space just seemed right, not too
big or too small, a place where we could decorate with
a combination of the traditional and a fun, happy-golucky feel.
What are your future goals?
We are currently running a small business that we
would like to see grow. We would like to eventually
add additional locations and maybe see some of our
items, like our brownies, in grocery stores.
Fannie Schmoe’s Bakery is open:
Monday - Thursday: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday and Saturday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sundays: 1:00 - 5:00 pm.
Closed on Wednesdays
Thank You
The Eisenhower Library would like to offer thanks to the
sponsors who have helped make our 40th anniversary events
possible. Thank you for your generosity and community spirit.
Aflac/Scaletta Insurance
Agency
Automatic Precision, Inc.
Thomas Benigno and Family
John, Malgorzata, Johnny &
Evan Bulat
Citizens for Tom Benigno
Cumberland Chapels Funeral
Home
DiChrisofano & DiChrisofano
General Dentistry
The Catholic Community of
Divine Savior
Dobbs Pre-School
Eisenhower Public Library
District Board of Trustees
Pat, Marge and Mary Ennis
Family Palace Restaurant
Cheryl Flinn
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Francis
and Family
The Friends of the
Eisenhower Library
Harlem Foster Shopping
Center
The Village of Harwood
Heights
Mary Taylor Sticha/Hometown Realty
J.S. Printing
Lawrence Screw Products
Lin’s Mandarin Chinese
Restaurant
Peter Magnelli and Family
Jan Magnuson and Tom
Kerber
The Village of Norridge
The Norridge Park District
Norridge School District 80
Once Upon A Child
The Parent Family
Parkway Bank and Trust
Pennoyer School District 79
Plato’s Closet
Reliable Lawn Service
Rex Italian Foods, Inc
Ridgewood High School
The Roth and Fiasche
Families
Secretary of State, Jesse
White
Seniors Assistance Center
Servpro of Norridge/Harwood Heights
The Sticha Family
The Stoch Family
Salvatore Storniolo D.D.S.
Diane Temirian/
Promotional Products
Partners
Vince’s Italian Restaurant
PRSRT STD
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
Chicago, IL
Permit 4030
4613 N. Oketo Avenue
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
708-867-7828
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: 1:00 - 5:00 pm*
POSTAL CUSTOMER LOCAL
NORRIDGE/HARWOOD HEIGHTS, IL 60706
*Labor Day - Memorial Day
Library Board of Trustees
Mark Braun
Gail Burkhart
Natalie Rothbart
Peter Magnelli
Janice Magnuson
Tom Sticha
Mark Kurzatkowski
Email Newsletter
Social Media
Library ClosinGs
To stay on top of everything
happening at Eisenhower, sign
up for the monthly email version
of this newsletter. It’s easy! Just
register at our website or ask for
a subscription card at any library
service desk.
For the most up-to-date info
on Library news, follow us on
Facebook. In addition to event
updates, you’ll find book reviews,
interesting facts and fun pictures
to share with all your online
friends.
11/27 ........... Early Close (5:00 pm)
11/28 ......................... Thanksgiving
12/24 ....................... Christmas Eve
12/25 ...................... Christmas Day
ZINIO DIGITAL MAGAZINES
CONTACT INFORMATION
Library Services ...... 708-867-7828
Answers Desk ......... 708-867-2299
Kids World ............... 708-867-2298
Fax ........................... 708-867-1535
The Eisenhower Library is proud to provide access to Zinio for Libraries.
Awarded Best New Database of 2012, Zinio offers digital access to many popular magazines such as
Us Weekly, Rolling Stone, Seventeen or Esquire on your computer or mobile device. Visit our website to sign
up for Zinio today. If you need assistance with Zinio, ask at the Answers Desk or call 708-867-2299.
eisenhowerlibrary.org
facebook.com/
eisenhowerlibrary
twitter.com/ikelib
pinterest.com/ikelib
Printedgreen® by Consolidated Printing - petroleum, carcinogen and toxin free.

imagine - Eisenhower Public Library District

Transcription

Similar documents

Eisenhower Express

Eisenhower Public Library District

begins - Eisenhower Library

School`s Out for

Lake Heritage Newsletter August 2015 Issue 8

2015 Election: Paving the Way to a 6th Crisis?

Malia Valchar of Montclair, New Jersey

INSIDE High Climbers

Jyl`s Articles Here.

The Guide to PBS KIDS Island

Interrupting Chupacabra

Cancer Program Annual Report

2015-2016 Eisenhower School Student Handbook

title: Ike`s Spies : Eisenhower and the Espionage Establishment

The War - David Irving`s Website