2017 Spring Newsletter by Cook Memorial Public Library

Cook Memorial Public Library District

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Library News BOOK SALE! It’s a date! The Friends of Cook Memorial Public Library annual book sale is here. Join us in the Meeting Room at Cook Park Library, Lower Level: Friends’ Preview: Friday, April 21, 12 – 2 p.m.

become a Friends of the Library member for $5, at the door

Open to the Public: Friday, April 21, 2:30 – 5 p.m. Saturday, April 22, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday, April 23, 1 – 4 p.m. – bag sale

Looking for Tax Forms?

With online filing increasing each year, the IRS is limiting the distribution of its printed forms and publications. The library has forms 1040, 1040A, and 1040EZ, as well as selected publications. Whatever we don't have, we can download from online for you, and up to 10 pages of tax forms may be printed free of charge. Stop in at the Reference Desk or call us at 847-362-2330. More info is also available at www.irs.gov; click Forms & Pubs at the top. Remember, this year's deadline for filing or getting an extension is Monday, April 18. *Note: AARP also offers free tax prep at the library; see pg 10 for details.

We are currently accepting your gently used book donations. Visit www.cooklib.org>ABOUT>Support the Library for specific items needed. And - we can always use an extra pair of hands! The Friends need volunteers to help set up for the Book Sale. Support the Library and donate your time! Contact: friendsofcooklibrary@gmail.com. Thank you!

Information Access: fold3: Military and More

With Fold3, not only can you discover your family’s military records from as far back as the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, but you can also find naturalization records and passport applications. Other searches can access the newspaper collection - with some titles even harking back to1795! For history buffs, The American Milestone Documents collection includes digitized copies of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Gettysburg Address. Access this resource at the library or free from home with your Cook Library card at: www.cooklib.org>RESEARCH>History and Geography>Fold3.

Flipster: Digital Magazines

Welcome Flipster - a new magazine service - to our eLibrary family. Through Flipster, you can read magazines electronically wherever and whenever you want - you just need your Cook Library card. You can check out the latest celebrity news through People, see what great movies, music and books are coming up with Entertainment Weekly, get your finances in line with Money, do some meal-planning with Cooking Light, or see what else we have to offer by checking out the full listing. To access, go to: www.cooklib.org>eLIBRARY>eMagazines>Flipster - and get started!

A Cure for the Libertyville Parking Blues

If you haven’t yet heard, Libertyville’s Church Street Parking structure is now open! Located south of Church Street, east of Brainerd Avenue, and west of Milwaukee Avenue, it’s literally just steps away from the Cook Park Library – and free for four hours. Ideal access points are from either Church Street or Brainerd Avenue. Now it’s easier than ever and drop in, and stay for a while.

Talk with a Trustee: Saturday, March 4

Do you have a good idea for the library? A program you would like the library to host? A service not currently provided? Or maybe you would just like to talk with a trustee about what the library offers. DROP IN between 1–2 p.m. Saturday, March 4 – at either Aspen Drive Library in Vernon Hills or Cook Park Library in Libertyville. Members of the Library Board will be available to listen to your comments and answer your questions. Your input is welcome!

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Technology C L A S S E S • Registration opens 9 a.m., Saturday, March 4 (exceptions noted). • Classes are free and open to Cook Memorial Public Library District cardholders only; age 16+. • High class demand requires a maximum signup of 3 computer classes per person. • All cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before class begins: Please call us at 847-362-2330.

Digital Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, beginning March 1

No class April 5

Learn how to digitally convert photographs and other images using our Digital Studios. This 30-minute workshop covers scanning photographs, 35mm slides and negatives, and converting them to formats that can be stored on a computer hard drive, DVD, or online. REGISTER *Registration open now.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel

Learn to create spreadsheets and enter simple functions and formulas. Prerequisite: experience with the basics of Excel. REGISTER 9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 18 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 15 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 29

Getting to Know Your iPad 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 21

Are you thinking about getting an iPad, or own one and not sure what it can do? Learn the basics — general settings and options, keyboarding and navigation tips, taking and managing photos, and organizing apps — along with recommendations for finding free apps for creativity, productivity or fun. Feel free to bring your iPad. REGISTER

Introduction to Microsoft Publisher

Digital Workshop: Video Conversion

6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 23

7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, beginning March 1 No class April 5.

Learn how to digitally convert video in our Digital Studios. This 30-minute workshop shows you how to use Elgato Video Capture to convert VHS, VHS-C, and Mini DV tapes to digital video formats that can be stored on a computer hard drive, DVD, or online. REGISTER *Registration open now.

Windows 10 Demo

6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 14

This class will cover how to effectively navigate and use new features in Windows 10. We'll cover Edge, Cortana, privacy settings, folder maintenance, OneDrive, and much more! REGISTER

Learn how to create eye-catching materials with Microsoft Publisher. We’ll cover templates, greeting cards, fliers, and mail merge. REGISTER

Intermediate Excel

9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 25

Create tables, protect spreadsheets, set conditional formatting, and use advanced formulas. Prerequisite: Introduction to Excel or experience using Excel. REGISTER

Cutting the Cord: Cable TV Alternatives 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 27

Dropping a cable TV subscription and using online video alternatives has become a viable option for those eager to trim their budget. But - is ditching cable the right decision for you? We’ll weigh the options and explore online streaming services and equipment including Netflix, YouTube, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Roku, and the library's own Hoopla. REGISTER

Online Security, Privacy and Passwords 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 13

Learn how to select and organize your passwords and how to stay safe and secure on the Internet. We’ll explain the most common problems and how to avoid them. REGISTER

Coding 101 with PHP-Rebooted! (part 1) 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 15

Computers are everywhere and code makes them work. Learn the fundamentals of programming through PHP, the most widely used language on the Internet. We'll be coding fully interactive web pages using HTML forms. You should be comfortable with typing, and prior experience writing HTML code is helpful but not required. REGISTER

Instagram

Get Organized: Online Digital Photo Storage 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 28

We’ll explore free websites you can use to organize and store photos. REGISTER

Coding 101 with PHP-Rebooted! (part 2) 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 29

In this follow-up session, you'll learn about loops, functions, and objects while coding fully interactive web pages using HTML forms. REGISTER

9:30 a.m. Friday, March 17

Learn this fast, interactive way to share your pictures and videos with friends and family. Feel free to bring your smartphone or iPad. REGISTER

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Children’s D E P A R T M E N T

Be a Library Explorer!

Spotlight

Join the

Reading Club

When spring arrives, everything seems to come alive again. Join us at the library and explore! There's lots to see and do: books, movies, programs and crafts, board games, iPads, and homework resources. And, while you’re here, stop by the desk to sign up for the Spring Reading Club, beginning Wednesday, March 15. Complete the goal by Sunday, April 30, and earn a prize – a brand new book of your choice!

E V E N T S

REGISTER: For events where registration is required, the specific registration period is indicated according to the event date. DROP IN: No registration is required.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

For babies, toddlers, pre-K and their caregivers

Children begin developing reading skills at birth. To help your child acquire these early literacy skills, join the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program. We’ll help you set goals, track your reading, and award prizes along the way. (By the way: it doesn’t have to be 1000 different books; there can be multiple readings of favorite titles!) Plus, you’ll get all the joys that come with reading together. Sign up in the Children’s Department at either library or on the Bookmobile.

11th Annual Creative Writing Contest! Hooray! Monday, February 27 – Tuesday, April 4

Calling all young writers! Submit your original story or poem for a chance to win publication in the library’s own literary magazine – and an invitation to an exclusive signing party. Contest Guidelines • for students in grades 4 - 8 who live in or attend school in Cook Memorial Public Library District • one entry per student • one author per entry • entries may not be longer than 3,000 words • entry forms available at www.cooklib.org, Aspen Drive Library, Cook Park Library, on the Bookmobile, or at participating schools, beginning Monday, February 27 • deadline for entry is 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 4 • contest winners will be notified by Friday, April 28

2017 STUDENT ART SHOWS ~ Show Openings and Receptions ~

Come and join us to celebrate student creativity as we partner with local school districts, family associations, and homeschoolers to present our annual exhibitions of youth artwork.

• Libertyville District 70 arteffects 6 – 8 p.m. Thursday, March 2

A library-wide exhibit of artwork by District 70 students at Cook Park Library. Performances by Highland Middle School's Strolling Strings at 6:15 p.m. and Show Choir at 7 p.m. DROP IN at the opening reception or anytime before Thursday, March 30.

• Hawthorn District 73 Art Show 6 – 8 p.m. Thursday, March 16

A celebration of artwork created by the K-8 students from the Hawthorn District 73 schools. Exhibit on display throughout Aspen Drive Library. DROP IN at the opening reception or anytime before Friday, April 7.

• Homeschoolers of Lake County Art Show 2 – 4 p.m. Sunday, April 9

Artwork created by area homeschooled students on display throughout Cook Park Library. DROP IN at the opening reception or anytime before Saturday, April 29.

Questions? Please call/email Jan Hastings, 847-362-2330, ext. 1179, jhastings@cooklib.org; or Heather Beverley, 847-362-2330, ext. 1171, hbeverley@cooklib.org.

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Drop-in

Hansel and Gretel with the Improv Playhouse 2 – 3 p.m. Saturday, March 11

STORY TIMES WITH CAREGIVER

Stories, music, movement, rhyme, and activities created with your child’s developmental stage in mind; emphasizes active adult participation and enjoyable interaction with your child. Which story time is best for your child? Babies (crawlers) Birth–16 months. Babies' brains are wired for

learning, and language acquisition starts at birth. Stimulate his/her brain development as we guide you through bounces, songs, movement rhymes, and stories.

Toddlers (walkers) 17–36 months. Encourages your child’s emerging skills while having fun with short stories, action rhymes, songs, and finger plays. Preschoolers (talkers) 3–6 years. Focuses on increasing vocabulary, subject knowledge, letter sounds, and letter recognition with longer books, action rhymes, flannel board tales, and songs.

Registration opens 9 a.m. February 25; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Family Science: Building Challenge! 2 – 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 12

Put your building skills to the test and make amazing structures out of a wide variety of materials! We’ll provide the materials and the challenges, you provide the fun and creativity! REGISTER This is a family program; adults and children attend together, but only children need to be registered. Registration opens 9 a.m. February 26; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Early Language Development and your Child 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 15

2017 SPRING Story Time Sessions February 21 – March 24 and April 4 – May 5 7

Looking for a new twist on a classic tale? The Improv Playhouse puts a new, funny spin on Hansel and Gretel's story. Professional actors, catchy songs, and a touch of improv combine to bring the story to life. Children age 5 and up, and grownups will appreciate this fractured fairy tale. REGISTER This is a family program; adults and children attend together, but only children need to be registered.

Babies

Toddlers

Preschoolers

Meeting Room Aspen Drive Library 701 Aspen Drive Vernon Hills, IL

Tuesday 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday 10:15 a.m.

Friday 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Department Cook Park Library 413 N. Milwaukee Libertyville, IL

Thursday 9:30 a.m.

Thursday 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday 1:30 p.m.

Do you know what to expect to see in early language development and how it relates to later school performance in reading and writing? Critical information on early childhood development (ages 0-5) will be presented by two licensed professionals - a school psychologist and a speech pathologist - from the Special Education District of Lake County. Milestones, early warning signs, when, how and where to seek professional help at different ages will all be addressed. Any caregiver or educator of a young child should not miss this. (see also pg 11 in Adult’s Events.) REGISTER Registration open now.

Spring Break Movie: Disney's Moana 10 – 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 28 2 – 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 28

Family E V E N T S

REGISTER: For events where registration is required, the specific registration period is indicated according to the event date. DROP IN: No registration is required.

Art Explorers Jr., Family Program (grades K-2 with adult/s)

Discover the work of Lois Ehlert, a well-known children's book illustrator and author. Explore her method of bringing together buttons, ribbons, pieces of nature and so many interesting "found objects" to illustrate favorites like Waiting for Wings, Color Zoo, and Snowballs. Feel free to bring any favorite scraps of yarn, ribbon, or small things you find outside to add to your Ehlert-style masterpiece! REGISTER This is a family program; adults and children attend together, but only children need to be registered. 5 – 6 p.m. Thursday, March 9

Registration opens February 23; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

4:15 – 5:15 p.m. Monday, April 3

Registration opens March 20; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

In this Disney movie, Moana is a brave teenager who goes on a sea adventure to save her village. Rated PG, 103 minutes. We'll bring the munchies! REGISTER This is a family program; adults and children attend together, but only children need to be registered. Registration opens 9 a.m. March 14; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Wendy & DB Children's Concert 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 1

Enjoy an interactive concert with Parent's Choice Award-winning musicians Wendy Morgan & Darryl Boggs. Fun for the entire family! REGISTER This is a family program; adults and children attend together, but only children need to be registered. Registration opens 9 a.m. March 18; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Earth Day Family Craft Program 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 22

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than to recycle a bunch of junk into beautiful crafts! Bring your own junk or use the plentiful array we'll have. See how creative you can be! REGISTER This is a family program; adults and children attend together, but only children need to be registered. Registration opens 9 a.m. April 8; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Children’s

Classic Family Movie: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) 2 – 3:30 p.m. Sunday April 30 Charlie’s dream comes true as he and four other lucky children tour reclusive Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory. We'll bring the munchies! Rated G; 100 minutes. REGISTER This is a family event; children and adults attend together, but only children need to be registered. Registration opens 9 a.m.

P R O G R A M S

April 16; closes 2 p.m. day before or when full.

Read Across America Day with Dr. Seuss All Day, One Day Only

Dog Safety Family Program 10 – 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 6

Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy (remember kids reading to dogs?) presents how to safely interact with dogs and prevent bites. See the dogs will show off easy tricks, and after the program, you get to pet them! Children ages 5-9 (grades K-4.) REGISTER This is a family program; adults and children attend together, but only children need to be registered. Registration opens April 22; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Create Mother's Day Cards

Thursday, March 2

Celebrate Read Across America with Dr. Seuss! Join us for a fantastical and Seuss-tastical day, filled with fun activities throughout the Children's Department at both libraries. DROP IN during library hours.

Kids Read! Book Discussion Group (grades 3-4)

1:30 – 4 p.m. Saturday, May 6

Stop by the library to make a DIY card for Mom with our materials and your creativity! Families with children age 3 and up. DROP IN during program hours.

Special

S T O R Y

T I M E S

REGISTER: For events where registration is required, the specific registration period is indicated according to the event date. DROP IN: No registration is required.

Join an engaging and lively book group just for kids! We'll have a great discussion and book-related activities. Snacks for everyone, too. REGISTER When signing up, please indicate whether you'll pick up your book at Aspen Drive Library or Cook Park Library. 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Friday, March 3

Registration opens 9 a.m. February 1; closes 2 p.m. February 24, or when full.

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 7

Registration opens 9 a.m. March 3; closes 2 p.m. March 31, or when full.

Science Explorers Jr. (grades 1-3):

Calling all junior scientists! Join us for experiments in science, math, and engineering. A new experiment each session. REGISTER

Picking Up STEAM! (ages 3-6 with adult)

4:15 – 5:15 p.m. Monday, March 6 Math-tastic Art!

5 – 6 p.m. Monday, March 13

4:15 – 5:15 p.m. Friday, April 14 Nests

Registration opens 9 a.m. February 20; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) in this engaging, hands-on story time. REGISTER This is a family event; children and adults attend together but only children need to be registered. Germs

Registration opens 9 a.m. March 31; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Registration opens 9 a.m. February 27; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

5 – 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 26

Rain

Registration opens 9 a.m. April 12; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Spring Story Time Stroll - All Day, Every Day! Monday, May 15 – Sunday, May 28

Enjoy seasonal stories and activities at your own pace as you make your way around the Children's Department at either library. A great way to celebrate spring as a family! DROP IN during library hours.

Readers' Theater

Help bring favorite stories to life! Competent grade-level readers get to act out scenes in a low-key, stress-free environment; no memorization needed! A super opportunity for children who love to read and children who are interested in theater. REGISTER Grades 3-4 : 4 – 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 7

Registration opens 9 a.m. February 21; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Mad Hatters Family Story Time

Grades 1-2: 4 – 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 12

Grab your hat for a lively story time by a performance troupe of the Junior League of Chicago. DROP IN This is a family event; children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Grades 5-6: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 18

10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Saturday, May 20

Superhero Family Story Time! 2 – 3 p.m. Sunday, May 21

A super story time all about superheroes! We'll read stories of dashing heroes, play marvelous games, and make an amazing superhero-inspired craft. Ages 5 and up. REGISTER This is a family program; adults and children attend together, but only children need to be registered. Registration opens 9 a.m. May 7; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Birds’

Registration opens 9 a.m. March 29; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full. Registration opens 9 a.m. April 4; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Pokémon Party (grades 1-6)

Battle it out with your cards and go head-to-head in epic video game battles. Bring your best deck, trading cards, and DS or iOS device. REGISTER

4 – 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 14 Registration opens 9 a.m. February 28; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

4 – 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, April 25

Registration opens 9 a.m. April 11; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

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World Explorers: Mexico (grades 1-2) 4 – 5 p.m. Monday, March 20

Bring your sense of adventure and explore this exciting country through stories, crafts, and songs. REGISTER Registration opens 9 a.m. March 6; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

2nd Grade Bookworms 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 5

Join an engaging and lively book group just for 2nd grade kids! We'll have a great discussion and book-related activities. Snacks too. REGISTER Registration opens 9 a.m. April 7; closes 2 p.m. on April 28, or when full. When signing up, please indicate whether you'll pick up your book at Aspen Drive Library or Cook Park Library.

I Spy! (grades 1-2)

4 – 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 10

Poetry Out Loud (grades K-6) Saturday, April 1 – Sunday, April 30

During National Poetry Month, children in preschool through grade 6 are invited to memorize a poem and recite it to the staff at the Children's desks at Aspen Drive and Cook Park Libraries. For guidelines and suggestions on poems to memorize, stop by the Children's Department/Cook Park or the Reference Desk/Aspen Drive. Children who recite a poem will be included in the "Poettree" at both libraries.

Calling all future cryptographers! Join us in this fun program where you will learn to make and break secret codes and ciphers. Learn about Alberti disks, Caesar ciphers, invisible ink, and more! REGISTER Registration opens 9 a.m. April 26; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Tween S C E N E

Tweens under age 10 may attend independently as long as a

Tangled Butterflies: A Coloring Workshop (grades 3-5) 4:15 – 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, April 4

Flowers and Zentangle will be the inspiration for this hands-on art workshop. Freehand draw or trace a butterfly to decorate and color with help from local artist, Christine Thornton. REGISTER

Registration opens 9 a.m. March 21; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Calling All Writers: Poetry Edition (grades 4-6) 4 – 5:15 p.m. Monday, April 10

Do you love to write? Join us for some super fun writing games that focus on poetry, and learn about different styles of poems. And, if there’s interest, we can save time to share poems you have written with each other. REGISTER Registration opens 9 a.m. March 27; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Lego® Adventure (grades K-3)

Bring your imagination and building talents, and have a creatively fun time! REGISTER 4 – 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, April 11

Registration opens 9 a.m. March 28; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

4 – 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, May 30

Registration opens 9 a.m. May 16; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

World Voyagers (grades 3-5)

Bring your sense of adventure and explore these exciting countries through stories, crafts, and songs. REGISTER 4 – 5 p.m. Monday, April 24

Poland

Registration opens 9 a.m. April 10; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

4 – 5 p.m. Monday, May 8

Mexico

Registration opens 9 a.m. April 24; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

responsible adult remains in the library during programs.

Tweens Read (grades 5-6)

Join our lively book discussion led by Sue McCowin and Joel Beverley. Snacks and activities, too! Parents or grandparents are encouraged to read and talk about the book with their tweens. REGISTER When signing up, please indicate whether you'll pick up your book at Aspen Drive Library or Cook Park Library. 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 18

Registration opens March 1; closes 2 p.m. day before the program, or when full.

5 – 8:30 p.m. * Friday, April 28

Registration opens 9 a.m. April 1; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

* Please note: this discussion takes place on Friday, not our usual Saturday – and is a special Friday-evening meeting of the book club. After our book discussion, we’ll stay after-hours at the library for a special activity and snack.

Tween Science Explorers (grades 4-6)

Put on your lab coat and join us for wild afternoon adventures in science. REGISTER 4:15 – 5:45 p.m. Monday, April 17 Mathematical Art

Registration opens 9 a.m. April 3; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

4:15 – 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, May 9

Plants

Registration opens 9 a.m. April 25; closes 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Portraying Anne Frank's Holocaust Experience 3 – 4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 23

In tribute to Holocaust Remembrance Day (April 23-24), join Director Dylan Roberts and actress Claire Katz-Mariani as they provide an inside look at bringing the life of Anne Frank to stage. They’ll also discuss the intricacies and impact of dramatizing the Holocaust story, perform several key monologues from the play, and conclude with a viewing of the powerful half-hour film, The Short Life of Anne Frank. REGISTER Children age 10 and up may attend with an adult (see also pg 13 in Adults’ Events). Registration now open; closes at 2 p.m. day before program, or when full.

Teen Tech Week is coming up!

To celebrate Teen Tech Week (Ma rch 3-12), we’ll be hosting a Multi-M edia Contest! Send us your best orig one, or all of the following categori inal work in es: photography, stop motion animatio n (max 2 minutes), and short-form (max 15 seconds; think Boomerang looping video or Vine). One entry per category. Eac h category winner will get a prize! use our Multi-Media Open Lab on Feel free to Tuesday, March 7 (6 – 8 p.m.) to get ready! Submit all entries by Sun 12 to Mark Morton: mmorton@cookli day, March b.org. You can also submit on Inst agram: @cooklibrary. Multi-Media Open La b

6 – 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 7 Learn about some photography and video making tools that CMPLD has to offer and prepare for the Teen Zone MultiMedia Contest taking place during Teen Tech Week, March 3 - 12. SIGN UP soon as space is limi ted. It's a silly movie Nig ht!

6 - 8 p.m. Friday, March 10 Join us as we screen The Mighty Mor phin Power Rangers movie to prepare for the remake! SIG N UP so we know how much pizza to order. An after-hours event; we'll meet you at the door. Teens Read (grades 7 & 8) - New!

Portraying Anne Fra nk's Holocaust Experience

3 - 4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 23 In tribute to Holocaust Remembranc e Day (April 23-24), join Director Dylan Roberts and actr ess Claire Katz-Mariani as they provide an inside look at brin ging the life of Anne Frank to stage. They’ll also discuss the intricacies and impact of dramatizing the Holocaus t story, perform several key monologues from the play, and conclude with a viewing of the powerful half-hour film, "Th e Short Life of Anne Frank." SIGN UP Children age 10 and up may attend with an adult (see also pg 13 in Adults’ Eve nts). Intro to 3D Design with Tinkercad

4 - 5 p.m. Friday, April 28 Get started creating three-dimension al designs with Tinkercad, a free web-based tool. No experience required. SIGN UP

A new book club just for 7th and 8th graders! Leave the kid stuff behind and let's talk teen boo ks. SIGN UP now so we can order you a book. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 14 Silent Library Chal 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April lenge 11 6 – 9 p.m. Friday, May 5 Do you have what it takes to win the Players' Choice Gam Silent Library ing Challenge? Earn points for your team We have Wii U and Xbox 360. We’ by taking on strange ll bring our favorite and silly tasks in the library. The team game; bring yours. Tabletop and card with the most points games are also will win a prize. The catch? You mus welcome! Snacks. DROP IN t keep quiet to earn points! SIGN UP so we know how muc 3 - 4:30 p.m. Monday, April 3 h pizza to order. An after-hours event; we'll meet you 3 - 4:30 p.m. Monday, May 1 at the door. Board Game Night

6 – 9 p.m. Friday, April 7 Join us for a night of board games to celebrate International Tabletop day! We’ll also be playing some lifesized versions of select games. SIG N UP so we know how much pizza to order. An after-hours event; we'll meet you at the door. teen zone program s FOR GRADES

7 - 12 For events where SIGN UP is requ ired, you may call 847-362-2330, drop in, or go online: webres.cooklib.org.

Mother's Day Craft s

4 – 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 12 We’ll be making homemade bath bom bs and other Mother’s Day related crafts. Make something nice for mom, or keep it for yourself. We won’t tell! SIGN UP! Study Night at the Library

Get ready for those year-end fina ls at the library. DROP IN 3:45 - 8:45 p.m. Monday, May 22 3 - 9 p.m. Tuesday, May 23 4:30 – 9 p.m. Tuesday, May 23

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Genealogy Research A T

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Genealogy Networking Group

Independent Genealogy Research Lab 9:30 a.m. Thursday, March 30 9:30 a.m. Thursday, April 27 9:30 a.m. Thursday, May 25

Two hours of uninterrupted genealogy research. Bring your research; a genealogy librarian will be available to answer questions. REGISTER

Share genealogy tips and resources with other family history enthusiasts.

Find Your Roots in Naturalization Records

7 p.m. Thursday, March 2 7 p.m. Thursday, April 6 7 p.m. Thursday, May 4

Genealogy Writers' Group 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 7 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 2

If you need some support or inspiration for writing up your family history, this group is for you. Bring your ideas, your writing, and your enthusiasm for family history. REGISTER

7 p.m. Thursday, April 20

Unearth your immigrant ancestors’ naturalization papers and discover the beginning of your roots in America. Genealogy speaker, author and columnist Steve Szabados kicks off this program with the history of the naturalization process and a review of the requirements. He’ll discuss where your ancestors were naturalized - which is the key to finding their documents. Traditional and online sources will also be discussed. REGISTER

DAR Genealogy Research Help

Interested in joining the DAR? Stop by on the second Wednesday of each month and representatives from the DAR will advise you on your application. DROP IN 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 8 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 12 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 10

L U N C H

Free lunchtime presentations: Bring a bag lunch - or order and pick up a $5 box lunch special from Fodrak’s in Libertyville. Call restaurant by 11 a.m. on the day of presentation.

The Diary of Wesley Peever A World War I Genealogical Mystery

Get Motivated!

1 p.m. Wednesday, March 15

Sedrik Newbern from Allstate Insurance will provide tips on achieving goals for family and career. REGISTER

7 p.m. Thursday, March 9

What happens when a dusty heirloom doesn't actually belong in the family? Discover how a Great War diary was lost, found, and returned home. Debra Dudek, geneaology speaker and librarian, will provide strategies, tips, and resources for Canadian and American peacetime and wartime records. REGISTER

Genealogy Academy presents...

Take your genealogy research to the next level!

Cool Stress

12 p.m. Wednesday, March 29

Dr. Jordan Leasure of North Shore Pro-Active Health discusses the physical effects of stress - and how exercise and nutrition can help you manage them. REGISTER

What Does UL Really Mean?

9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 11 Cloud Storage 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 8 Military Records

Genealogy After Hours 6 p.m. Friday, March 24

The night belongs to the genealogists! Bring your research and settle in for four hours of individual research and networking after the library closes. A librarian will be on hand for advice and encouragement. Light refreshments will be provided. REGISTER

B R E A K S

12 p.m. Wednesday, April 26

John Drengenberg from Underwriters Laboratories explains what’s really behind the UL in a circle on many household products and appliances. REGISTER

Healthy Snacking

12 p.m. Thursday, May 18

Do you struggle with snack choices? Is meal planning a chore? Dr. Jade Dellinger of North Shore Pro-Active Health reveals the best times to snack, what to eat and why fuel your body. REGISTER

Lose Weight and Build Muscle 12 p.m. Wednesday, May 31

Kevin Coleman of The Exercise Coach shows you how to look and feel your best with 20 minutes of exercise. REGISTER

Adult

P R O G R A M S ONGOING

English Conversation Café

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English Conversation Café

eLibrary Individual Appointments

10 a.m. Tuesdays; 2 p.m. Wednesdays; 9:30 a.m. Saturdays 10 a.m. Fridays; 11 a.m. Saturdays

Our library is available anywhere, anytime, and there are no late fees! Learn to use our digital collection of free books, music, videos and magazines. Bring your Cook Library card, device and Apple or Amazon account info and we'll get you started. Check in at the Reference Desk, but first REGISTER!

1-on-1 Tech Help from Teens 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. most Saturdays 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. most Saturdays

Have tech questions? Get help at your own pace from teen volunteers. Any device; any question. Library computers available. DROP IN at the Reference Desk during above hours.

Movie Matinee

1:30 p.m. most Thursdays 1:30 p.m. most Fridays

No showing April 20

Free screenings of popular and acclaimed movies. Call the library at 847-362-2330 for movie titles and rating. Or sign up at www.cooklib. org to receive monthly emails of movie listings. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Additional support provided by Liberty Theater 1 & 2 (Golden Age Cinemas). DROP IN

Drop-in Morning Meditation

10:30 a.m. most Fridays, beginning March 3 No sessions March 17, April 28, May 12 and May 26

Learn to calm your mind and body with guided meditation. Different types of meditation may be explored in sessions: moving meditation, Zen, Vipassana, mindful, mantra, loving kindness, laughter, and yoga meditations including chakra. May include gentle yoga. DROP IN

dates & times vary

This weekly café is an informal opportunity for patrons who have taken ADVANCED ESL CLASSES and want to improve their English conversation skills. Enrollment limited to seven per group. For more information and to REGISTER, email tcompton@cooklib.org.

Needlework at Night 7 p.m. Monday, May 1

Work on your knitting, crochet, or other needlework project. Beginners are welcome and encouraged to attend! DROP IN

Free AARP Tax Preparation Service

By appointment, Thursday mornings, February 2 - April 13

This year get help with your taxes. AARP offers this volunteer-run service to middle and low-income taxpayers, regardless of age. REGISTER for a free one-hour appointment: 847-362-3220, webres.cooklib.org, or at the library; appointments run hourly 9 a.m. - 12 noon. No late arrivals please; latecomers will need to be rescheduled.

U.S. Citizenship Test Preparation – 12 week Class 1 p.m. Saturdays, March 4 – May 20

Are you getting ready to take your exam to become a U.S. citizen? Let Mano a Mano help you prepare. This 12-week course will cover the 100 exam questions, N-400 application, and the English portion needed for the citizenship interview. Must be a legal resident and meet eligibility requirements in order to participate. For maximum benefit, we recommend attending the entire season of classes, and registration will include all dates. REGISTER

Gentle Chair Yoga

2 p.m. most Mondays, beginning March 6 No sessions March 27 and May 29

Learn a variety of seated, standing, and prone postures that will gently stretch muscles, melt tension, increase energy, and improve posture. Participants will also build self-awareness through postures, breath work, and meditation. All fitness levels welcome; flexibility is not a requirement. For maximum benefit, we recommend attending the entire season of classes, and registration will include all dates. *No late arrivals will be admitted. REGISTER

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Authors Out LOUD Books will be available for sale by The Book Bin.

Authors Out Loud: Will Schwalbe

7 p.m. Wednesday, March 8

Will Schwalbe, the author of the End of Your Life Book Club, returns to Cook Memorial Public Library to talk about his new book, Books for Living. In this delightful celebration of reading, Schwalbe invites us along on his quest for books that speak to the specific challenges of living in our modern world, with all its noise and distractions. REGISTER

EVENTS, CLASSES AND PRESENTATIONS Happy 180th Birthday, Chicago! 1 p.m. Saturday, March 4

From frontier outpost in 1837 to world-class city today, Chicago has undergone many dramatic changes. Emerging as the railroad hub of the North American Continent and rising from the ashes of the Great Chicago Fire in 1871, Chicago become the headquarters for the temperance movement and much more. Learn the fascinating story of Chicago’s resilience and strength from historian Dave Clark. REGISTER

Authors Out Loud: Martha Hall Kelly

Homemade Household Supplies

Authors Out Loud: Renee Rosen

Career Coaching with a Pro

6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 8

Create your own chemical-free and environmentally safe household items. 7 p.m. Monday, March 13 In this informational presentation and demo you'll learn how to make Martha Hall Kelly is the bestselling author of simple homemade products with essential oils through recipes, tips and Lilac Girls. Lilac Girls spent four weeks on the more! Participants will be able to create and take home a general cleaner, bestseller list and tells the story of a New York air freshener, and foam hand soap. A non-refundable $5 material fee is due socialite, German doctor, and Polish teenager to the instructor the day of the program. Class size is limited; during World War II. REGISTER REGISTER soon!

7p.m. Tuesday, April 11

Renee Rosen expertly combines Chicago’s rich history with remarkable storytelling in her novels. In her fourth book, Windy City Blues, she brings to life a pivotal moment in American history, a time when the Civil Rights Movement is at the forefront and a new form of music—the Blues—is taking the world by storm. Windy City Blues captures 1950s and 1960s Chicago, as the music from the Mississippi Delta makes its daring debut in Chicago, and goes on to spin the world into a musical and social revolution. REGISTER

Authors Out Loud: Lori Rader-Day 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 2

Come hear Mary Higgins Clark Award winner Lori Rader-Day talk about her third suspense novel, The Day I Died. Anna Winger is a handwriting expert hired by corporations and the lovelorn. But when a crime hits too close to home, she’ll face her every fear, her every mistake, and the past she thought she'd rewritten. REGISTER

Authors Out Loud: Allison Pataki 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 23

Historical fiction fans won't want to miss Allison Pataki, the New York Times bestselling author of The Traitor’s Wife, The Accidental Empress, and her most recent novel, Sisi: Empress On Her Own. In Pataki's third book, Sisi tells the little-known story of Empress Elisabeth of Austria-Hungary, the Princess Diana of her time, in an enthralling work of historical fiction that is also a gripping page-turner. Note: Event will be held at the Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville. REGISTER

1 - 4 p.m. Friday, March 10

This small group seminar designed to provide 1-on-1 professional career counseling will cover everything from practicing interview questions, resume editing, and exploring career possibilities. Presented by Bob Podgorski, Director of Schaumburg Township Employment Support Center. REGISTER for an indiviudal 45-minute appointment.

Early Language Development and your Child 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 15

Diana: The Glamorous Life and Tragic Death of a Princess 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 16

She was the "People's Princess". In her short life, Diana became the most famous woman in the world. Her style and charming personality captivated people around the globe. She was beloved for her compassion as much as for her beauty. Diana's fascinating and glamorous life, and her sudden and controversial death make for an unforgettable story. Barry Bradford, award-winning motivational speaker, historian, and writer will lead this intriguing presentation. REGISTER

History Matters: Gowns and Gavels The Life of Virginia Fiester Frederick 7 p.m. Monday, March 20

In honor of Women's History Month, Laurie Stein, curator at the Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Historical Society, will give this talk on groundbreaking local female politician Virginia Fiester Frederick. Ms. Frederick began her fashion design career in her Lake Forest basement with outfits for her children. She reached her pinnacle when her designs were commissioned for a White House wedding. She became the first woman alderman on the Lake Forest City Council and then served this area for 16 years in the Illinois State House. A Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society program. REGISTER

10 Steps to a Smarter Tax Return 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 22

Instead of just “doing” your taxes, take steps to manage your tax bill now and in the future. Learn to make smart choices about when and how you save for retirement or college, use employer benefits, pay taxes on your investments, manage the tax hit of being a widow or widower, or take advantage of lower income years at the beginning or end of your career. REGISTER

Make Old Fashioned Buttermilk Donuts 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 29

Delight your family and friends by learning how to make old-fashioned buttermilk donuts. Heidi Hanstein, new owner of Lee Famous Donuts, gives tips on preparing delicious donuts. Samples, too! No experience required. REGISTER

A World Gone Mad: World War I 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 6

On April 2, 1917, President Woodrow Wilson stated: “The world must be safe for democracy.” In four days, the United States would enter World War I. Historian Jim Gibbons will take you through the first of two of the most catastrophic wars in our nation’s history, World War I, which started on July 28, 1914. Gibbons will highlight significant events that thrust the United States into this unwanted war. REGISTER

1-on-1 Medicare Consultation: One-hour Individual Medicare Consultations 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday, April 7

Choosing Medicare coverage can be difficult and overwhelming. Senior benefits advisor Mike Altman unravels the mysteries of Medicare, explains how to enroll, and discusses options available to those turning 65, and those already covered under Medicare. REGISTER for a 60-minute appointment, and take note of what documents you will need to bring with you.

A Menu from Alexander Hamilton’s Childhood 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 12

Though Alexander Hamilton is well-known as an American statesman and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, many people aren’t aware that Alexander Hamilton grew up in the Caribbean. As a tribute to Hamilton’s early childhood home, Chef Maddox has prepared a menu of foods that might have been served in 18th Century St. Croix. Menu will include: Trinidad Brown Pork Stew, Jamaican Rice and Beans, Peanut and Potato Soup, and Quindao Coconut Flan. REGISTER

History Matters: 28th Int'l Eucharistic Congress - A Transportation Miracle

Etsy 101- Selling Basics 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 4

Etsy is an online marketplace where you can have fun, make money, and indulge your passion for arts, crafts, vintage finds, fashion and more. Librarian Liz Kirchhoff will show you how to set up a business on Etsy, then showcase your treasures and grow your business on websites like Pinterest. REGISTER

Physician Focus: Hands-Only CPR Training 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 5

Every second counts when someone’s heart stops beating. Learn lifesaving hands-only CPR techniques recommended for use on adults or teens who suddenly collapse. This valuable and safe CPR training is administered without mouth-to-mouth breathing. Training will be led by Mary Ann Majewski, Charge Nurse for Cardiac Rehab at Advocate Condell Medical Center. This training will be an overview course and not a certification class. Space is limited. REGISTER

How to Spot Fake News 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 5

Feeling overwhelmed by the amount of information coming at you daily? "Fake news" is a real and specific problem and your librarians can help you distinguish the truthful from the troublesome. This interactive class will teach you a few easy and useful skills in judging the reliability and credibility of news reports. REGISTER

7 p.m. Monday, April 17

Norm Carlson of the Shore Line Interurban Historical Society will tell the incredible story of how the railroads conducted over 300,000 passenger trips to the 28th International Eucharistic Congress ceremonies held June 1926 at Mundelein Seminary -- a triumph of logistics and coordination! A Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society program. REGISTER

Great Food to Ease the Mood: A Menu for Madison, Jefferson and Hamilton 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 19

Sometimes a great meal can go a long way in helping adversaries come to an agreement. Aren’t you curious about what Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, and James Madison ate as they discussed the Dinner Table Bargain of 1790? Join Chef Maddox for recipes and delicious samples of foods that might have been served at this historic meal such as Boeuf Bourguignon, Braised Chicken with Apple Cider, and Normandy Fruit Tart. REGISTER

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Portraying Anne Frank's Holocaust Experience 3 p.m. Sunday, April 23

In tribute to Holocaust Remembrance Day (April 23-24), join Director Dylan Roberts and actress Claire Katz-Mariani as they provide an inside look at bringing the life of Anne Frank to the stage. They’ll also discuss the intricacies and impact of dramatizing the Holocaust story, perform several key monologues from the play, and conclude with a viewing of the powerful half-hour film, The Short Life of Anne Frank. REGISTER Children age 10 and up may attend with an adult (see also pg 8 in Teen Zone).

Pay Yourself First

6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 25

The first bill you pay each month should be to yourself. So why do many of us pay ourselves last? Join us and learn how to pay yourself first by identifying saving options and determining which options will help you reach your savings goals. Michael Barbini, VP of Business Banking at Libertyville Bank and Trust, will explain how to recognize which investment options are right for you, ways to save for your dreams of retirement, a child’s college tuition, a home purchase, or a vacation. REGISTER

A Champagne Dinner to Celebrate Mom

6 p.m. Thursday, May 4 Café Pyrenees, 1762 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville

Honor the Mom(s) in your life with a pre-Mother’s Day celebration dinner at French restaurant Café Pyrenees! All guests will be treated to a three-course gourmet meal prepared by top Chef Jean-Marc Loustaunau while enjoying a lively discussion about this delectable regional cuisine. Afterwards, the Chef will entertain questions about French cuisine, and a wine representative will discuss the wine region of Champagne, France. Café Pyrenees will charge a $30 per-person fee at the door to cover the cost of champagne, dinner, sales tax, and gratuity. REGISTER with the library to reserve your spot!

Please be aware that this tour covers multiple city blocks, and there will be frequent walking and standing. The $56 per-person fee includes the expertise of leading tour guide and historian, Jeff Mishur, plus round-trip luxury coach transportation - and is payable at registration. Add a lunch from Meli Cafe in Chicago for $16 more. A minimum of 40 participants (with a maximum to 53) is required for this event. REGISTER in person only beginning Saturday, March 11 at 9 a.m.

Stress-free Vacation Planning 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 24

Planning and booking your summer vacation doesn't have to be stressful! This class showcases several popular vacation apps and websites to help you navigate best vacation locations from campsite to cruises. We'll also look at reviews, different booking methods, requesting special accommodations, and more! REGISTER

Women Artists: A Drawing Workshop 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 25

Explore your creativity in this hands-on workshop lead by Christine Thornton, Certified Educator and Artist. Christine will start with a brief lecture touching upon the lives of three fascinating women artists: Georgia O'Keeffe, Frida Kahlo and Mary Cassatt. Then you'll choose a reproduction of one of their paintings to copy in colored pencil under Christine's expert guidance. No experience needed! REGISTER

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Mother's Day Flower Arranging 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 10

Celebrate this Mother's Day with a one-of-a-kind flower arrangement! Peggy Garvin of Garvin Gardens Interior Plantscaping and Custom Floral Design shows you how to create your own masterpiece with fresh spring flowers in bright colors. Bring garden gloves and a pruner; all other materials will be supplied. A non-refundable $18 material fee is payable at registration. REGISTER in person only!

Picasso and Friends: Public Sculpture in Chicago 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, May 17

To commemorate Chicago's 180th birthday year, we've designed this tour to focus on one of the city's most lasting legacies -- its collection of public art. Over the past fifty years, Chicago has built a reputation as an outdoor museum of world-class twentieth century sculptures. On this motor coach tour with our guide, you'll see a variety of public art currently on display throughout the city, in the Loop, Millennium Park, Hyde Park, Jackson Park, and Grant Park; we'll be stopping frequently to step out and admire the public art up close. Artistic work represented will be by Anish Kapoor, Jaume Plensa, Frank Stella, Louise Nevelson, Ivan Mestrovic, Magdalena Abakanowicz, Joan Miró, Daniel Chester French, Alexander Calder, Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, and Lorado Taft.

EVENTS FOR ADULTS IN THEIR 20s-30s Geeky Crafts

7 p.m. Monday, March 27

Come make pixel-art with Perler beads and crafts using the written word. For adults in their 20s and 30s. REGISTER

Board Games and Retro Gaming 6 p.m. Friday, April 21

Enjoy a night of learning new board games or sharing in some old favorite video games. We'll have some table-top group games plus Sega and NES. There will also be pizza so you can eat and game all evening. An after-hours event for those in their 20s and 30s; we’ll meet you at the door. REGISTER so we know how much pizza to order.

Adulting Book Group 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 25

If you're in your 20s or 30s, join us to talk books and life. This session we'll focus on Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng. DROP IN

Books

D I S C U S S I O N

ADULT FICTION SUGGESTIONS

BOOK GROUPS AT THE LIBRARY

Hand-picked for you by our Readers’ Advisors.

Anyone who has read or is reading the book is welcome. DROP IN!

All Our Wrong Todays by Elan Mastai

Contemporary Fiction/Science Fiction

In his clever debut, Mastai creates an alternate 2016 where all problems are solved by technology and no one suffers from material want. Tom Barren, resident of this utopian world, accidentally activates a time machine and ends up in our own 2016. Dismayed by this new, imperfect environment, Tom falls in love with a bookstore owner named Penny, then tries to makes things right by using another time machine. Kirkus calls the book “fantastic storytelling… charming and wondrously plotted.”

Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders Historical Fiction

Part historical fiction, part ghost story, this book imagines Abraham Lincoln, deep in grief over the death of his young son, visiting the graveyard where the boy is buried and communing with the spirits there. Melding historical snippets and deep insights into the human condition, Saunders offers a new perspective into Lincoln’s personal and professional crises. Booklist calls it a “boldly imagined, exquisitely sensitive, sharply funny, and utterly unnerving historical and metaphysical drama.”

Little Deaths by Emma Flint Mystery/Thriller

Single mother Ruth Malone wakes up one day to discover her two children are missing. When they are found dead, alluring cocktail waitress Ruth, perceived as a “bad mother,” is believed to be the killer. Her only defender is a young newspaper reporter who becomes obsessed with proving Ruth’s innocence. This compelling whodunit is as much about solving the mystery as it is about issues of motherhood, morality, and society’s rush to judgment.

Nonfiction Book Discussion 2 p.m. first Friday

March 3: Deep Down Dark by Hector Tobin April 7: My Beloved World by Sonia Sotomayor May 5: The Rainbow Comes and Goes: A Mother and Son Talk about Life, Love, and Loss by Anderson Cooper and Gloria Vanderbilt

Classics Book Discussion

7 p.m. first Monday, every other month

March 6: East of Eden by John Steinbeck May 1: The Good Earth by Pearl Buck

Teen Lit for Grownups 7 p.m. selected Tuesdays

March 7: The Sun Is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon May 9: Kids of Appetite by David Arnold

Morning Book Discussion 10:00 a.m. second Wednesday

March 8: Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng April 12: I’ll Give You the Sun by Jandy Nelson May 10: The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

Evening Book Discussion 7 p.m., fourth Wednesday

March 22: Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel April 26: Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins May 24: White Dog Fell from the Sky by Eleanor Morse

Agatha Mystery Book Club 1 p.m. fourth Monday

March 27: Facetime by Hank Phillipi Ryan April 24: Little Black Lies by Sharon Bolton May 22: The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens

Adulting Book Group 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 25

If you're in your 20s or 30s, join us to talk books and life. This session we'll focus on Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng. DROP IN

Did you know you can find your next great book to read right from your favorite armchair? To get the library’s personalized reading recommendations, go to cooklib.org>BOOKS/MOVIES/MUSIC>Find Your Next Book. Fill out your preferences and our Readers’ Advisory staff will get to work on creating a personalized reading list just for you.

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Technology Classes continued from pg. 3... Introduction to Microsoft Access

Introduction to LinkedIn

Learn to create a relational database. We’ll cover tables, data integrity, input masks, relationships, and input types.

Learn the fundamentals of using LinkedIn, a professional networking site, to make contacts and find jobs. In this hands-on class you’ll set up an account and learn how to create your profile and make connections. Prerequisite: experience using a mouse and an active e-mail account.

6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 9

6:30 p.m. Monday, April 3 REGISTER

Managing Personal and Professional Information with Apps 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 10

Join us and learn how to quickly, conveniently, and securely organize your personal information and stay on top of your busy schedule with a few apps. We’ll cover the top apps used today to manage and organize finances, life goals, communication with family and co-workers, and much more. REGISTER

Introduction to Microsoft Word 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 13

Graphic Design for Non-Designers 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 15

Understand the fundamental building blocks of graphic design. We'll discuss broad topics like color, typography, layout, tools, and how to tap into your creativity. Also, learn about library tools you can use to advance your design skills. An introductory course for those with no background in design. REGISTER

Learn to create, format, save, revise, and print documents. Prerequisite: experience using a mouse. REGISTER

Online Photo Editing 101 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 16

Learn to use Autodesk's Pixlr.com free online photo editing tools to enhance, rotate, crop, and touch up photos. Prerequisite: experience using a mouse. Also, feel free to bring photos on a flash drive or download from an online account, such as your personal email. REGISTER

iPhone and iPad Advanced Tips 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 17

You already know the basics – now, become an iPhone and iPad master! Learn Siri secrets, typing shortcuts, hidden settings and more! REGISTER

Google Extras

6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 18

Learn how to use Google Calendar, Google Docs and Google Sheets. Pre-requisite: an active Gmail account and experience using a mouse. REGISTER

Prezi: An Introduction

9:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 17

Learn the basics, plus tips and tricks to design your own distinctive, eyecatching presentations. Prerequisite: please create a free account at www.prezi. com before attending class. REGISTER

Intermediate Microsoft Access 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 18

Teach Yourself Tech

Learn how to create forms, design reports, script queries, and export/import Excel data. Prerequisite: Introduction to Access or experience using Access. REGISTER

6:30 p.m. Monday, April 24

Keeping up with technology can feel impossible, but this one-hour class will introduce you to some of the amazing computer and technology skills you can learn at home - for free - with your library card. We'll go over Lynda.com, Gale Courses, HelpNow, GCFLearnfree, and more. Useful for beginners all the way up through advanced computer users. REGISTER

Introduction to 3D Printing 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 24 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 22

Learn the basics of 3D design and understand how 3D printing works. A required course for anyone who would like to use the library’s 3D printer. REGISTER

Intermediate Microsoft Word 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 27

Learn to set tabs, create headers and footers, adjust margins, insert bullets, and use mail merge. Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Word or experience using Word. REGISTER

Backing Up Your Data 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 28

Have you ever lost family photos, financial data, or important documents? Learn how to back up your important data and never lose a file again! We’ll cover Apple iCloud, Google Drive, and DropBox. REGISTER

Internet Basics

9:30 a.m. Friday, May 19

Intended for beginners who are new to the web or want to improve Internet skills. You'll learn about connecting to the Internet, what you can do online, navigating a web browser, using search engines, and downloading files. REGISTER

ADA Policy If you need accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the library’s services, programs, or activities, email your request to: ADA@cooklib.org or call 847-362-2330. If your request is for a program or meeting, please contact us at least five business days before it takes place. Photo Policy Smile! Library staff and volunteers may photograph program participants and library visitors. These photos are for the use of the library only and may be used in library publicity. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let staff know. Thank you! Safe Child Policy The library is dedicated to providing a welcoming and safe environment for people of all ages. To accomplish this, the library relies on caregivers to closely supervise their children. Please stick together! If a child under age 10 is participating in a program that does not require a parent/caregiver to attend, the accompanying adult must remain in the library throughout the program. To view the Safe Child Policy, visit www.cooklib. org >ABOUT>Policies.

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