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November 23, 2008
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS NOVEMBER 24-30
REMINDER: The Library will be closed on Thursday, November 27, because of the Thanksgiving Holiday. It will also close early on Friday, November 28,--at 5 p.m. instead of 7-- because of the Tree Lighting and Fireworks scheduled for that evening.
ADULT SERVICES:
On Monday, November 24, at 7 p.m., learn how to take advantage of all the Downloadable Media available on the Library's website and in the Library as well. Books in various formats (e-books and audio books) and even videos are available for free. How to get these items through the EGVPL website and through the Download Station in the library will be demonstrated. Register online or by calling extension 271.
YOUTH SERVICES:
No activities are scheduled for this week because of the holiday, but registration is ongoing for the various Christmas Craft Classes coming up in December (all currently have openings):
Preschoolers and Kindergartners with an adult will be making a Gingerbread House Picture Frame
Tuesday, December 2 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Wednesday, December 3 at 7 p.m.
Thursday, December 4, at 10 a.m.
1st and 2nd graders will also be making the picture frame:
Tuesday, December 2, at 4 p.m.
Thursday, December 11, at 4 p.m.
3rd-5th graders will be making a Snowman Snow Measurer:
Thursday, December 4, at 4 p.m.
Tuesday, December 9, at 4 p.m.
6th -12 graders (YA) will be making a Snowman Shelf Sitter:
Wednesday, December 10, at 7 p.m.
Register online or by calling extension 268.
Posted by egvpl UPCOMING EVENTS at 2:30 PM
November 16, 2008
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS NOVEMBER 17-23
ADULT SERVICES:
On Monday, November 17, at 7 p.m., dietician Kathy Stanislawski will present the program Holiday Eating. Learn how to eat healthy during the upcoming holiday season, not just in planning meals made at home, but when at holiday parties and visiting relatives. Ideas for healthy snacks, portion sizes, exercises, and useful recipes will all be discussed. Register at Alexian Connects, 1-866-ALEXIAN (253-9426).
On Tuesday, November 18, the Evening Book Group will be discussing Persuasion by Jane Austen, at 7:30 p.m., in Kids Korner.
On Wednesday, November 19, a flu clinic has been scheduled for 9:30- 12:30 a.m. For more information , call the Hotline at 1-847-357-4057.
YOUTH SERVICES:
On Tuesday, November 18, at 6 p.m., the informational meeting about the 2009 Battle of the Books for 4th and 5th graders will take place in the Large Meeting room. Parents as well as the BOB teams should attend to get the latest facts about the new season. Team members and names (especially correct spelling) will be verified along with any scheduling conflicts. A very brief mock battle will be demonstrated so that newcomers can get an idea of the rules.
On Thursday, November 20, families are invited to participate in the state-wide Family Reading Night at 7 p.m. Kids can wear their pajamas and bring their favorite cuddling toy and/or blankie. Parents are encouraged to bring along a favorite book to read aloud. If a parent plans to do this, we request that they register online so Mrs. Clark has an idea of how many will be reading--and what. Or, call Youth Services at extension 268. Milk and cookies will be served.
Posted by egvpl UPCOMING EVENTS at 2:55 PM
November 15, 2008
TODAY IS NATIONAL GAMING DAY@ YOUR LIBRARY
Today is the first National Gaming Day @ Your Library. Libraries all over the country are providing opportunities to play various types of games--electronic, RPG, card, and board. Hasbro has donated a copy on the game Pictureka! to every public library. There is to be an attempt to
use the game to try to set our benchmark record for the most number of people playing the same boardgame on the same day.Everyone is welcome to come to Youth Services to participate. The game is for ages "6 to 106".
Youth Services has chess and checkers games to play in the library, too. There is also a varied selection of board games available to play in Adult Services--from Battleship to Trivial Pursuit, and more. Electronic games for PC's, Wii systems, Playstation 2 and 3, and for XBox 360 are available to be checked out from Youth Services as well.
Posted by egvpl UPCOMING EVENTS at 10:59 AM
November 9, 2008
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS NOVEMBER 10-16
ADULT SERVICES:
On Monday, November 10, the film Leatherheads will be shown at 7 p.m. Starring George Clooney and Renee Zellwegger, the movie is a comedy about a professional football team in 1925 that persuades a college football star to join their lackluster team. Rated PG-13. No tickets are required.
On Wednesday, November 12, at 9:15 a.m., the Computer Class, Internet: Beyond the Basics will be offered--learn tricks and tips for more successful navigation of the World Wide Web. Participants must be able to use a computer mouse. Register online or by calling extension 271. There are currently openings.
Also on Wednesday, November 12, there is a bus trip to see Dirty Dancing at the Cadillac-Palace Theater. The bus will leave at 5:30 p.m. and return at 11:30 p.m. The $79.50 fee includes lower balcony seats, the bus ride, and a bag "lunch". Tickets are available at the Circulation Desk.
YOUTH SERVICES:
The project for the YA Holiday Craft scheduled for Wednesday, December 10, at 7 p.m., has been revealed--it's a shelf-sitter snowman. Stop by the Youth Services department to see the example. There are still openings for this class. Register online or by calling ext. 268. This is for children in grades 6-12.
Posted by egvpl UPCOMING EVENTS at 12:10 PM
November 2, 2008
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS NOVEMBER 3-9
Hope everyone remembered to change their clocks back one hour today for regular Central Standard Time.
ADULT SERVICES:
Because of the set-up for Election Day on Tuesday, November 4, the usual Monday night program has been scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, at 7p.m. Join Chad Lewis, author of the Unexplained Research Series--including The Illinois Guide to Haunted Locations--, as he presents famous Ghosts and Haunted Locations in Illinois. See photos, listen to eye-witness accounts, and learn spooky folklore. Directions to these places will also be provided. Register by calling extension 271 or online.
The only Computer Class for this week is also on Wednesday, November 5, at 2:15 p.m.--Internet: Beyond the Basics. Learn shortcuts and tricks for more effective use of the Internet. Participants must be able to use a mouse and have some familiarity with the Internet. Register online or by calling extention 272.
On Tuesday, November 4, the Morning Book Group will meet at 10:30 a.m. to discuss Elizabeth Strout's Amy and Isabelle--a mother and daughter living in a small New England town stuggle to understand each other after the daughter has an affair with one of her high school teachers. For more information, call Chris Mika at extension 271.
YOUTH SERVICES:
On Thursday, November 6, children in grades 6-12, are invited to join the YA Craft Class: Magnetic Picture Boards for Lockers. Bring photos or other mementos to make these decorations using scrapbooking techniques. Some examples are on display in Youth Services. There are still a few openings for this class. Register online or by calling extension 268.
The Chess Tournament for children in grades K-12 will be held on Saturday, November 8, at 1:30 p.m. Participants do not need to have been in the classes; all are welcome. Register online or by calling extension 268. There are openings.
Sign-up for the Battle of the Books Teams in 4th and 5th grade continues this week through Friday, November 7. This must be done in person by a parent, as written permission is needed. The compulsory informational meeting will be on Tuesday, November 18, at 6 p.m.
Posted by egvpl UPCOMING EVENTS at 1:39 PM