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SCHEDULED CLOSING Monday, September 5, 2016: Labor Day

OCTOBER 20TH 5-7PM, MEETING ROOM

“SMART GRID” is an umbrella term for high-tech upgrades to the energy power grid—the lines, wires, and power plants that deliver electricity to our doorsteps. Attend this event to understand Smart Grid and Smart Meter Technology and the benefits, safety and effectiveness. Also learn how to identify energy waste at home for real SAVINGS.

Come get hands on with a Smart Meter and a home energy management system, plus receive even more resources to learn and save more with Smart Grid and Smart Meter upgrades. This event is supported by Moraine Valley Community College’s Center for Sustainability, the Illinois Science and Energy In-

novation Foundation, and the Illinois Green Economy Network. Contact Stephenie Presseller, sustainability manager for Moraine Valley Community College, [email protected] 708-974-5412 for questions about the content of this event.

LIBRARY EVENTS / PROGRAMS UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED, EVENTS TAKE PLACE IN THE LOWER LEVEL MEETING ROOM.

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series as we try out different crafts found on Pinterest. This month we will make autumn leaf mason jars.

Meghan White [email protected] 708.388.1078 x30 Book Tasting (A):

Tuesday, September 6th, 6 PM. Looking to expand your literary horizons? Join us to “sample” different genres and themes at our fall book tasting. Light refreshments will be served so stop in and find your next read! Please sign up with Meghan to guarantee your spot.

I Saw it on Pinterest (A): Tuesday, September 13th, 7 PM. Join us for this fall craft

Homesteading in the City (A): Tuesday, September 20th & 27th, 7 PM. Join us as Anna Stange walks us through how to prep seeds for future seasons on the 20th and learn the basics of canning on the 27th. The Royal Cities of Assyria (A): Tuesday, October 4th, 7 PM. A PhD candidate from the University of Chicago’s Oriental Institute will talk about Mesopotamia archaeological excavations and take us on a virtual tour of ancient Assyrian royal cities. He will also address current concerns about the preservation of archaeological heritage in a time of war.

EVENT CODES / CÓDIGOS DE EVENTOS:

‘A’=adult / adulto, ‘C’=children / niños, ‘F’=family / familia, ‘YA’ young adult, teen / adultos jóvenes, adolescentes, ‘G’ all ages / todas las edades

Schedule of Events I Saw it on Pinterest (A): Tuesday, October 11th, 7 PM. This month we will be painting and decorating miniature pumpkins as well as trying a witchy recipe for an easy to make after school treat. FAFSA Workshop (A)(YA): Tuesday, October 25th, 5-8 PM. Going to college and need help navigating the financial aid process? Join us to receive one on one assistance from an ISAC Corps Member as they walk you through the application. Sign up with Meghan to guarantee your spot! Camera Anatomy (A)(YA): Wednesday, October 26, 6-8PM. Come learn basic digital SLR camera features, controls, and options. Bring your camera or just explore ours! Beginners Level. Video Lighting 101 (A)(YA): Thursday, October 27th, 6-8 PM. Come learn basic techniques of lighting, why lighting is important, different types of lighting, and lighting equipment used. Beginners Level.

CHILDREN

Deborah Beasley [email protected] 708.388.1078 x22

Did you know that the library has... A recording studio in the Tech Annex?

own clear bottle or we will provide one for you to create a beautiful galaxy.

After School Craft Program (C): Thursday, September 15th & 29th, October 13th & 27th, 3:30-4:30 PM. Kids put your creative minds to work constructing fun crafts in the Children’s Department. For more information please call the Children’s Department 708-3881078 ext. 22. How to use a Microscope (C): Thursday, October 20th, 6 PM. Hey kids are you interested in the microscope world? Come learn how to use a microscope. Get a chance to try out a digital microscope and a light microscope and see the world from a whole new perspective.

FAMILY / ALL AGES

Lap-sit Story Time (C): Monday, 10-11 AM, School District 130’s “Family First” and “Cradle to Classroom,” Miss Julie offers an hour of enriching songs, games and stories. For ages birth to 3. Board Game Tuesdays & Wednesdays (C): Tuesdays, September 6, 13, 20, & 27th, October 4, 11, 18, & 25th, 3:30-4:30 PM. Wednesdays, September 7, 14, 21, & 28th, October 5, 12, 19, & 26th, 3:30-4:30 PM in the Children’s Department 708-388-1078 ext. 22.

Meghan White [email protected] 708.388.1078 x30 Family Night Craft Program (C)(F): Monday, September 12th & 26th, October 10th & 24th, 6-7 PM. Craft projects the whole family will love. For more information please call the Children’s Department 708-388-1078 ext. 22.

Family Night Craft Program (C)(F): Monday, September 12th & 26th, October 10th & 24th, 6-7 PM. Craft projects the whole family will love. For more information please call the Children’s Department 708-388-1078 ext. 22.

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The Incredible Bats are coming (C)(F): Thursday, October 13th @ 6pm. Sharon Peterson, a licensed USDA bat expert will provide an educational presentation that will teach you everything you always wanted to know about bats and the benefits they provide to people.

Eisenhower High School Cardinal Dance Team (G): Come enjoy a high energy performance by Eisenhower’s Cardinal Dance Team. Starts at noon. Making Memorable Melodies (G): Tuesday, October 4th, 6-8 PM. Learn from songwriting greats like John Mayer and Louis Armstrong how to write memorable melodies that will keep your listeners singing along to your songs. Bring an original song to share with the group and get feedback and encouragement during our hands on time. Beginners - Intermediate Level.

Galaxy in a Bottle (C): Wednesday, September 14th, 6:30 PM. Hey kids bring your

Insect Petting Zoo (C): Wednesday, October 5th, 3 PM. The after school crowd is invited to join us for an hour of interacting and learning about

EVENT CODES / CÓDIGOS DE EVENTOS:

‘A’=adult / adulto, ‘C’=children / niños, ‘F’=family / familia, ‘YA’ young adult, teen / adultos jóvenes, adolescentes, ‘G’ all ages / todas las edades

Schedule of Events insects! Representatives from the University of Illinois’ Extension Program will be here to answer questions and provide lots of great information about the different critters.

Music Theory Made Easy (G): Tuesday, October 11th, 6-8 PM. Whether you are a singer, songwriter, or instrumentalist (whatever your instrument) understanding the basics of music theory can help you be a better musician. Come learn this often intimidating subject in a fun and engaging way. Beginners Level.

Inscripciones para Clases de Inglés: 7 & 8 de Septiembre, 10 AM-12 PM. Participantes interesados deben de inscribirse en las fechas indicadas para asistir a las clases de Inglés en el Otoño.

The Incredible Bats are coming (C)(F): Thursday, October 13th @ 6pm. Sharon Peterson, a licensed USDA bat expert will provide an educational presentation that will teach you everything you always wanted to know about bats and the benefits they provide to people.

Acoustic Guitar for Beginners (G): Tuesday, October 18th, 6-8 PM. Have a guitar sitting around your house that you’ve been meaning to learn how to play? Bring it down to the Tech Annex and learn everything you need to get started on the road to becoming a master guitar player (or just a happy hobbyist). Beginners Level.

Celebración del Mes de la Herencia Hispana: Jueves, 15 de septiembre, 6 PM. ¡Ven a disfrutar una noche de cultura con una variedad de actuaciones de Tonatzín Ballet Folklórico, el vocalista de Blue Island Oscar Castañeda, orador invitado de Illinois Humanities, puesto de artesanía en venta y mucho más! ¡Vamos a jugar Lotería! Lunes, 10 de Octubre 1:30-2:30 PM. En honor al Mes de la Herencia Hispana, se invita a todos a jugar Loteria y ganar premios pequeños!

How to Record Drums (G): Tuesday, October 25th, 6-8 PM. Learn some best practices for capturing great sounding drum recordings and then get hands on experience recording drums in the Tech Annex’s Recording Studio. Beginners - Intermediate Level.

Día de los Muertos: Miércoles, 26 de Octubre, 6 PM. Rita Arias Jirasek, Autora de Mexican Chicago, hablara sobre las celebraciones del “Dia De los Muertos” en Mexico y los EE. UU. Haremos arte del Dia del Muertos. Inscribete antes del 21 de Octubre.

Appy Halloween (G): Saturday, October 29th, 2-3 PM. Explore apps that will spook, creep, and entertain you! Bring your phone or tablet. All levels of expertise welcomed.

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration: Thursday, September 15th, 6 PM. Join us for a night of culture with a variety of performances by Tonatzín Folkloric dancers, Blue Island vocalist Oscar Castañeda, Illinois Humanities Road Scholar guest speaker Antonio Delgado, and colorful art exhibit for purchase and much more!

EN ESPAÑOL

ESL Registration: September 7 & 8, 10 AM-12 PM. Interested participants must register on the above dates to attend ESL classes in the Fall.

Let’s play Loteria!: Monday, October 10th, 1:30-2:30 PM. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, everyone is invited to play Loteria and win small prizes!

Sonia Rodriguez [email protected] 708.388.1078 x18

SEPTEMBER 15 — OCTOBER 15

Day of the Dead: Wednesday, October 26th, 6 PM. Listen to Rita Arias Jirasek, Author of Mexican Chicago, as she talks about the “Día de los Muertos” celebrations in Mexico and the U.S. Then join us for a Day of the Day craft. Register before October 21.

EVENT CODES / CÓDIGOS DE EVENTOS:

‘A’=adult / adulto, ‘C’=children / niños, ‘F’=family / familia, ‘YA’ young adult, teen / adultos jóvenes, adolescentes, ‘G’ all ages / todas las edades

Schedule of Events YOUNG ADULTS

Micah Rademacher [email protected] 708.388.1078 x31 The Tournament of Books (YA)(F): Think March Madness. . . but with books. The objective of the game is to accumulate the most points by correctly guessing the winning pick for each of the matchups. Sixteen books, four rounds, judges drawn from the library staff. Fill out a bracket with your predictions, and turn it in before Oct. 6th. The winning books from each round will be announced through the month of Oct., with the overall winner announced Oct. 28th.

Day of Chocolate (YA)(F): Thursday, September 22nd, 5-6 PM. Come in and sample different types of chocolate from around the world. If we try to get you to pick up a book while you’re at it, you can’t blame us... Has absolutely nothing to do with the fact that the YA librarian just got back from Belgium. Nothing at all. Really. Papier-Mâché (YA): Monday, October 10th, 6-8 PM. We know papier-mâché. Oh yes we do. Versatile, easy to learn, and cheap. Come make a little sculpture with our “Creative-Nonsenites.” Be on the lookout for a Halloween program, TBA. It will involve liquid latex, fake blood, and be upsetting to parents. Should be great!

C. Jemison Astronomy Kit, Robert Hooke Natural Science Kit, Joan Clarke Coding and Cryptanalysis Kit, William Kamkwamba Sustainable Energy Kit, or our Leonardo Da Vinci Art and Invention Kit. Just ask at the reference desk. CONTACT: Micah Rademacher

Creative Nonsense (YA): Every Monday, 6-8 PM. Teen Open Studio. Be a part of ongoing effort to produce a library “zine,” or work on your own stuff. With art supplies purchased through a grant from the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation, we draw, write, paint, print, or other . . . creative nonsense. CONTACT: Micah Rademacher Game Night (YA)(F): First Thursday of every month (9/1, 10/6), 6-8 PM. What did we do before video games? Bring in the board game of your choice, or try out the ones from our collection. Bring a friend. Bring a group of friends. Snacks will be provided!!! CONTACT: Micah Rademacher

Movie and a Pizza Night (YA): Last Thursday of every month (9/29, 10/27), 6-8 PM. As the title suggests – come eat some pizza and watch a movie. Come early, and help us decide which film to screen. Don’t forget to check out a book on your way out! CONTACT: Micah Rademacher BIPL DEPARTMENTS:

Free Recording Sessions Friday! (F): Second Friday of the month, September 9, October 14, 10 AM-12 PM. Make an appointment to come in for a free 1 hour recording studio session. Max 2 performers. CONTACT: the Tech Annex

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STEAM Kits (YA): Our STEAM Kits are now in circulation! Come check out our Dr. Mae

Powered by Lynda.com, we’ll discuss the “Getting Started in Graphic Design” course. So, come and connect with other creatives as we meet for our monthly graphic design gathering happening Tuesday (not Monday), October 18th at 6 PM. As always, be sure to register online. CONTACT: the Tech Annex

Topics in Graphic Design: “Getting Started in Graphic Design” (A): Tuesday, October 18, 6-8 PM. It’s back to basics, as we get started in the foundations of graphic design. EVENT CODES / CÓDIGOS DE EVENTOS:

Director Colleen Waltman [email protected] Adult Reference Coordinator Oscar Arellano [email protected] Children’s Services Deborah Beasley [email protected] Circulation Dave Boras [email protected] Hispanic Outreach Sonia Rodriguez [email protected] Programming Meghan White [email protected] Tech Annex / Blue Island History Museum Alicia Diaz [email protected] Technical Services Hope Standifer [email protected] Young Adult Services Micah Rademacher [email protected]

‘A’=adult / adulto, ‘C’=children / niños, ‘F’=family / familia, ‘YA’ young adult, teen / adultos jóvenes, adolescentes, ‘G’ all ages / todas las edades