GHPLD January/February 2016 Newsletter by Green Hills Public Library District

Inside This Issue Did You Know? 2 Adult Programs 3–4 Teen/Tween Programs 4 Family Programs 5 Youth Programs 6 Upcoming Titles 7 Calendar 8

Library Closings Friday, January 1 Closed

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Winter Reading January 4–30 Youth Warm up with a good book at the Library! Sign up for the Winter Reading Program and log your reading to earn tickets for a chance to win one of our grand prizes. Weekly prizes will also be awarded. Grades PreK–12. You can register at the Youth Services Desk or online at greenhillslibrary.org starting Monday, January 4.

Adult Chill out and read at the Library this winter. Each book read will earn one ticket towards one of our cool grand prizes. Prizes include gift cards and much more! You can register at the Information Desk or online at greenhillslibrary.org starting Monday, January 4. Read to win! Books, eBooks, and audiobooks checked out from the Green Hills Public Library District collection are eligible.

Crochet for Charity Registration Programs marked with an asterisk (*) require registration. Unless otherwise noted, registration will begin on Thursday, December 17 at 9am. A GHPLD Library card and PIN (last 4 digits of phone number) are required at the time of registration. GHPLD residents are given preference for all programs. Non-residents may contact the Library to register one week before a program is scheduled, if space is available.

The Crochet for Charity program is in full swing! S o far, we have donated 22 baby blankets and 71 pet beds. This is an ongoing program, so bring in your donations anytime. We will accept items that are already completed or you can check out a bag with all the materials provided. Don’t crochet? N o worries! We will be hosting Crochet 101, a class were you can learn the basics on January 20 and February 17. Supplies will be provided by the Library, but feel free to bring your own. For more information, please contact Amanda Rubino at (708) 598-8446 ext. 122.

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From the Director:

Did You Know? Trustee Vacancy The Green Hills Public Library District is accepting letters of application for one trustee position. P lease address your letter of interest in this position to the Library Board President at 8611 W . 103rd Street, Palos Hills, IL 60465. Library Board Meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of each month at 5pm. M inutes are available for review on the Green Hills Library website greenhillslibrary.org.

Remembering Our Presidents Thursday, February 11 • 7pm

Dear Library Community, Are you thinking of learning something new this year? Look no further than Green Hills Public Library District; we have some wonderful opportunities. If you are interested in learning a language try our Mango Language database. Perhaps you would like to learn about photography, design, or home computing, then look no further than Lynda.com which has a wide variety of training opportunities. Maybe this is the year you are going to search your family history; we have a number of genealogy resources to help you. We are already planning our Summer Reading program, but in the meantime don’t forget to join our Winter Reading program that begins on Monday, January 4. As usual we will be oﬀering some great prizes. Whatever your plans are for 2016 we look forward to seeing you in the Library! Happy New Year!

As we celebrate President’s Day this month, it seems fitting to talk about the men that served our nation as president. Historian Don White will share a few remarks about the great and not so great presidents. This event is for adults and children ages 10 and up.

Crochet 101 Wednesday, January 20 and Wednesday, February 17 10–11am OR 3–4pm Calling teens and adults! Learn the basic stitches to make items for charity. Feel free to bring your own supplies, but supplies will be provided by the Library.

What’s Our Staﬀ Reading? The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah An epic story of love and survival in German–occupied France in WWII. Two sisters with different circumstances, ideals, and passions embark on a journey of survival. “In love we find out who we want to be, in war we find out who we are.”

–Jane, Library Director

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Adult Programs Chocolate Treasures for Valentine’s Day*

Farewell Downton Abbey Thursday, January 7 • 7pm

Wednesday, February 3 • 7pm

The sixth and final season of Downton Abbey airs in January and February! T his presentation features many behind the scenes anecdotes and fascinating hidden details. T his remarkable show highlights the historical context of the captivating characters and their stories. Join us in discovering more about the first five seasons while delving into the last. This event is for all ages.

Pastry Chef Rose Deneen will demonstrate how to make a variety of chocolate treats for Valentine’s Day, including truffles, mousse, and much more! Recipes and sampling provided. Registration is limited to 40. T his event is for adults only.

Pretty Pinteresting: Spa Products*

Morning Movie: Mr. Holmes

Tuesday, January 12 • 7pm

Thursday, January 21 • 10am

We’ll be making our own D.I.Y. spa products! L earn how to make fresh face masks and bath bombs that you get to take home! R egistration is limited to 40. T his event is for adults only.

Join us for a morning movie! An aged, retired Sherlock Holmes looks back on his life, and grapples with an unsolved case involving a beautiful woman. Popcorn, soda, and movie theater snacks will be served! This event is for adults only.

Gong Meditation Tuesday, February 23 • 6:30pm The gong is a powerful instrument that works on many levels to heal the listener. On a mental level, the gong’s hypnotic sounds can clear the mind and bring deep relaxation. Feel free to bring a yoga mat, a favorite pillow, blanket, and an open mind. This event is for adults and teens ages 13 and up.

Technology Classes Computer Basics*

Intro to Microsoft Word 2010*

Tuesday, January 19 • 9:00–10:30am

Tuesday, February 23 • 9:00–10:30am

This hands-on class is for beginners. We will start with teaching you how to use a mouse and keyboard. Other topics include minimizing/ maximizing windows, deleting items, and Internet searching. A $5 deposit will be required at the time of registration, which will be refunded to all attendees the day of the class. Please register at the Information Desk. This class is for adults only.

This hands-on class will teach you how to create a new document as well as how to utilize the functions of the ribbon, edit text, print, and save a document. Basic computer skills are required. A $5 deposit will be required at the time of registration, which will be refunded to all attendees the day of the class. Please register at the Information Desk. This class is for adults only.

Programs marked with an asterisk (*) require registration. Unless otherwise noted, registration will begin on Thursday, December 17 at 9am. A GHPLD Library card and PIN (last 4 digits of phone number) are required at the time of registration. GHPLD residents are given preference for all programs. Non-residents may contact the Library to register one week before a program is scheduled, if space is available. Individuals with a disability, who require an accommodation for any of our programs, please contact the Library at least 5 days prior to the event. Register online at greenhillslibrary.org or call the Information Desk at (708) 598-8446 ext. 120.

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Adult Programs Where to Start – The Basics of Good Genealogy Research* Thursday, January 28 • 7pm Want to know about your family history but don’t know how to get started? The first steps to gathering information about your family and how to record that information are discussed. Learn about the many records and resources available and where to begin looking. This event is for adults only.

Nostalgia Crafts* Friday, February 26 • 10am Feeling nostalgic? Come out and treat yourself to some free time to color grown up coloring pages, origami, sculpt with clay, eat snacks, listen to music, and socialize. This event is for adults only.

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Friends B-I-N-G-O Night**

Book discussions will take place the last Wednesday of the month at 7pm at different locations around the community. Copies of the books will be available at the Circulation Desk one month prior to each meeting for GHPLD cardholders. Adults of all ages are welcome to participate!

Thursday, February 18 • 6:30pm

January 27 • 7pm The Martian by Andy Weir Location: Pepe’s Mexican Restaurant, 8128 W. 95th St, Hickory Hills

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for a night of action-packed bingo excitement! Winners will receive gift cards and other prizes! Refreshments will be served. To attend this event you must be a Friend of the Library. Friend memberships are $5.00. Please register at the Information Desk starting Monday, December 21 at 9am. Registration is limited to 50. This event is for adults only.

Dinner and a Movie: The Martian*

February 24 • 7pm

Friday, February 12 • 6pm

Thunderstruck by Erik Larson Location: The Irish Legend, 8933 Archer Ave, Willow Springs

Join us for dinner and a movie! We will be showing The Martian and have a catered meal from Noodles and Company. Registration is limited to 45. This event is for adults only.

Teen/Tween Programs Mastering the FAFSA

Teen/Tween No Bake Desserts*

Wednesday, January 6 • 6:30pm

Tuesday, February 9 • 6:00–7:30pm

It’s time to kick start the FAFSA process! Gerald Knight of Tax Busters

Come to the Library and make easy no bake desserts! There will also be a customizable hot chocolate bar where we will make yummy drinks! Registration is limited to 30. Ages 10–17.

will help navigate teens and their parents through the FAFSA process and give helpful tips for financially planning for college. This event is for adults and teens.

Teen/Tween Spa Night

Teen/Tween Movie Night: Goosebumps*

Tuesday, January 19 • 6:00–7:30pm

Thursday, February 4 • 6pm

Come to the Library for a fun and relaxing night of D.I.Y. beauty products! We will be making rainbow sand art body scrub and creating our own shade of nail polish! Registration is limited to 30. Ages 10–17.

Snack on pizza and pop while we watch Goosebumps. O ne lucky person will win a copy of the movie! R egistration is limited to 30. Ages 10–17.

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Family Programs Tales for Twos*

Baby Bookworms*

Tuesdays at 10am January 12, 19, 26 February 2, 9

Thursdays at 10am January 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11

Ages 24 months–35 months. Stories, songs, and more! Caregiver must attend with the child. Registration is limited to 15.

Ages 6 months–23 months. With a focus on music and movement, this story time is perfect for our youngest prereaders! Caregiver must attend with the child. Older siblings welcome. Registration is limited to 12.

Little Listeners* Wednesdays at 10am January 13, 20, 27 February 3, 10 Ages 3–5. Come to the Library and have some fun with stories, songs, and more! Registration is limited to 18.

Pajama Story Time* Tuesdays at 6:30pm January 19, 26 February 2, 9 Ages 3–5. Feel free to come in your PJs to have some fun with stories, songs, and more! Registration is limited to 18.

The Comedy and Illusion Show*

Lego Party*

Zap!*

Monday, February 8 • 6pm

Monday, February 1 • 6pm

Monday, January 4 • 6pm

Everything is awesome when you come to the Library’s Lego party! We will have tons of fun playing games, making crafts, eating treats, taking pictures at our photobooth, and raffling off prizes! R egistration is limited to 45 children. All ages welcome.

The Science Alliance is back at the Library for this hands-on presentation that will get kids charged up about electricity! T hey’ll build a human electric bridge while learning about safe static electricity. They will also learn how electricity ﬂows and how circuits are created and broken. R egistration is limited to 90. All ages welcome.

The Great Scott is coming to the Library for a magic show unlike any you’ve seen. S cott will suspend a volunteer in midair, pull coins from everyone’s noses, and turn the audience into monkeys. You will literally shake with laughter... and don’t be surprised when the adults have as much fun as the children! Registration is limited to 90. A ll ages welcome.

Family Bingo

Thursday, January 14 • 6pm Looking for some fun for the whole family? Come play bingo for prizes! Everyone is a winner! Registration is limited to 60. All ages welcome.

Family Movie Time Fridays at 4:30pm Enjoy a free movie, popcorn, and juice with the family! All ages are welcome.

Minions – January 22 Hotel Transylvania 2– February 19

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Youth Programs Lego Club Wednesday, January 6 Wednesday, February 3 4pm We supply the Legos, you supply the imagination and building skills! Grades K–5.

Green Team Time with Miss Emily Wednesday, January 13 • 6:30pm Wednesday, February 10 • 6:30pm Enjoy nature themed stories and activities. Ages 6–8.

Tech Club

Monday, January 18 • 6pm Monday, February 22 • 6pm Come to the Library to explore and tinker with technology and robotics! We will experiment with Makey Makeys, Squishy Circuits, the Mbot robot, and much more! Registration is limited to 25. Grades 3–8.

Science Saturdays* Saturday, January 16 Saturday, February 20 12:30pm • All ages, but under 6 must be accompained by a caregiver Come to the Library to do a science experiment based on a favorite story book! Some experiments get messy, please dress accordingly. Space is limited to 30.

Framed: Art Club*

Snowman Craft*

Tuesday, January 26 • 6pm Tuesday, February 16 • 6pm

Tuesday, February 23 • 6pm Wednesday, February 24 • 6pm

Join us as we learn about different artists and the type of art they create. We will recreate their works and hang them in our gallery. T his program could get messy, please dress accordingly. R egistration is limited to 20. Ages 6 and up.

Come to the Library to chill out and decorate a ceramic snowman! Registration is limited to 34 per session. D ue to high demand we are offering this program on two dates. P atrons are limited to registering for only one session. Ages 5 and up.

Pokémon Club Wednesday, January 27 • 6pm Wednesday, February 17 • 6pm Come to the Library to meet and battle other Pokémon fans! Bring your Nintendo DS, games, trading cards, books, and anything else Pokémon that you’d like to share and discuss. All ages welcome.

Crafternoons Drop in between 3:30– 4:30pm

Preschool Dance Party

Get crafty with us! Swing by the Activity Room for an afternoon craft. All ages welcome.

Friday, January 29 • 11am Friday, February 19 • 11am

Monday, January 18

Come to the Library to move and groove to some fun songs! All ages welcome.

Monday, February 15

Make your own paper snowman! Mystery grab bag!

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Upcoming Titles New Book Releases January

February

Sage’s Eyes by V.C. Andrews

Cometh the Hour by Jeﬀrey Archer

The Guest Room by Christopher A. Bohjalian

Jane and the Waterloo Map by Stephanie Barron

Warriors of the Storm by Bernard Cornwell

Death of a Nurse by M.C. Beaton

The Force Awakens by Alan Dean Foster

The Art of War by Stephen Coonts

Presumed Puzzled by Parnell Hall

Shoot by Loren D. Estleman

The Bitter Season by Tami Hoag

She’s Not There by Joy Fielding

The Plague of Thieves Aﬀair: A Carpenter and Quincannon

The Vatican Princess: A Novel of Lucrezia Borgia

Mystery by Marcia Muller

by C.W. Gortner

The Man Without a Shadow by Joyce Carol Oates

Breakdown by Jonathan Kellerman

Private Paris by James Patterson

The Blue Hour by Douglas Kennedy

Darkness by Karen Robards

Robert B. Parker’s Blackjack by Robert Knott

Doom of the Dragon by Margaret Weis

Brotherhood in Death by J.D. Robb

Scandalous Behavior by Stuart Woods

Blue by Danielle Steel The Celler by Minette Walters

New Music

New Movie Releases

HYMNS by Bloc Party

Ashby

Tell Me I’m Pretty by Cage the Elephant

The Challenger

Blackstar by David Bowie

Criminal Activities

All I Need by Foxes

Experimenter

Wonderful Crazy Night by Elton John

Frankenstein

Long Lost Suitcase by Tom Jones

The Green Inferno

Dystopia by Megadeth

Inﬁnitely Polar Bear

Death of a Bachelor by Panic! at the Disco

Learning to Drive

Nine Track Mind by Charlie Puth

Meet the Patels

Long Black Market by Rick Ross

Minions

This is Acting by Sia

99 Homes Pawn Sacriﬁce

New TV Series Girls: Season Four Mr. Robot: Season One Shameless: Season Five

The Perfect Guy Samba Shelter Ted 2 The Visit

Togetherness: Season One True Detective: Season Two

You can place a hold on any of the upcoming books online at greenhillslibrary.org by logging into your account or by calling the Information Desk at (708) 598-8446 ext. 120.

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January

February

Library Closed

1 Zap!........................................................................................ 6pm *

Winter Reading Begins

Lego Club............................................................................. 4pm

The Comedy and Illusion Show..................................... 6pm *

Chocolate Treasures for Valentine’s Day.................... 7pm *

Lego Club............................................................................. 4pm

Teen/Tween Movie Night: Goosebumps...................... 6pm *

Mastering the FAFSA................................................... 6:30pm

Lego Party............................................................................ 6pm *

Farewell Downton Abbey................................................ 7pm

Teen/Tween No Bake Desserts....................................... 6pm *

12 Pretty Pinteresting: Spa Products................................. 7pm *

10 Green Team Time with Miss Emily ......................... 6:30pm

13 Green Team Time with Miss Emily.......................... 6:30pm

11 Remembering Our Presidents........................................ 7pm

14 Family Bingo....................................................................... 6pm *

12 Dinner and a Movie: The Martian................................. 6pm *

16 Science Saturdays.....................................................12:30pm *

15 Crafternoons................................................................. 3:30pm

18 Crafternoons................................................................. 3:30pm

15 Board Meeting.................................................................... 5pm

18 Tech Club............................................................................. 6pm *

16 Framed: Art Club................................................................ 6pm *

19 Computer Basics.................................................................9am *

17 Crochet 101...................................................................... 10am

19 Teen/Tween Spa Night..................................................... 6pm *

17 Crochet 101........................................................................ 3pm

20 Crochet 101...................................................................... 10am

17 Pokémon Club.................................................................... 6pm

20 Crochet 101........................................................................ 3pm

18 Friends B-I-N-G-O Night............................................. 6:30pm *

21 Morning Movie: Mr. Holmes........................................... 10am

19 Preschool Dance Party................................................... 11am

22 Family Movie Time: Minions..................................... 4:30pm

19 Family Movie: Hotel Transylvania 2........................ 4:30pm

26 Framed: Art Club................................................................ 6pm *

20 Science Saturdays.....................................................12:30pm *

27 Pokémon Club.................................................................... 6pm

22 Tech Club............................................................................. 6pm *

27 Unshelved............................................................................ 7pm

23 Intro to Microsoft Word 2010.........................................9am *

28 Where to Start–The Basics of Good Genealogy Research

23 Snowman Craft................................................................... 6pm *

23 Gong Meditation.......................................................... 6:30pm

................................................................................................ 7pm

29 Preschool Dance Party................................................... 11am

24 Snowman Craft................................................................... 6pm *

30 Winter Reading Ends

24 Unshelved............................................................................ 7pm 26 Nostalgia Crafts................................................................ 10am

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