March 2020

Arlington Heights Memorial

LIBRARY MARCH 2020

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online at ahml.info, by calling 847-392-0100 or in-person at any public service desk at the library. Some programs require every person attending to sign up and others allow guests.

REGISTER STARTING MARCH 1 DAY-OF TICKETS

are given on a first-come, first-served basis at the Kids’ World Desk the day of the program before it begins.

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Programs without a symbol do not require registration unless otherwise noted.

DIGITAL NEWSLETTER The library’s newsletter is available online at issuu.com/ahml. Click on any program that requires registration, and you will be taken to our website to sign up. The online version also allows you to customize your view and zoom in or out on text.

Accessibility The library is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accessibility accommodations for a library program, call 847-392-0100 or TTY: 847-392-1119, or email us at accessibility@ahml.info.

CLOSED FRIDAY, MARCH 6 The library is closed for staff development day.

NO PROGRAMS TUESDAY, MARCH 17 The library is a polling place for the Illinois General Primary Election.

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CONTENTS

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You Vote. Everyone Reads. p. 4-5

Families p. 6-7

Early Childhood p. 8-9

Kids p. 10-11

Tweens p. 12

Tweens & Teens p. 13

Teens p. 14

Adults p. 15-20

Interview with p. 18-19 James Bowey

Movies p. 16

Online Learning p. 21

Business & Nonprofit p. 22

Jobs & Careers p. 23

English as a p. 23 Second Language

Genealogy p. 24

Senior Center p. 25

Book Discussions p. 26-27

Tech Classes p. 28-30

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Friends & Foundation p. 31

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We started with 39 staff-nominated books, and after months of reading and discussing them within a team of 13 staff members from different departments, we’ve narrowed the list down to these three thoughtprovoking, deeply engaging novels.

Now we’re ready to hear what you think – we want you to help us choose the book for this year’s One Book, One Village (OBOV) community read.

Ask Again, Yes

by Mary Beth Keane A profoundly moving novel about two next door Irish-American neighbors in a suburban town, the bond between their children, a tragedy that reverberates over four decades, the intimacy of marriage and the power of forgiveness.

This multigenerational family saga that has echoes of Romeo and Juliet is a luminous, heartbreaking and redemptive tale of families at their worst and at their very best.

Once you’ve read these books, there is no doubt you’ll want to discuss them.

The author of the selected title will visit Arlington Heights this fall.

Starting on March 1, go to ahml.info/voteonebook and cast your vote! You can also vote on the library’s first floor, on the bookmobile and at the Senior Center. Provide your email address when you vote to be among the first to know the chosen title and be entered to win your own copy of the book and VIP seating at the library’s OBOV author event this fall.

Which book will you choose? We can’t wait to find out! Make sure to get your vote in before March 31.

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The House of Broken Angels by Luis Alberto Urrea One

Book One A deeply felt portrait of a Mexican-American Village

family, there is much to enjoy in Urrea’s highly entertaining family saga. Big Angel, the De La Cruz family’s patriarch, buries his mother even as he himself is dying and as his family gathers to celebrate his 70th, and last, birthday.

There is both laughter and introspection in this poignant novel that is very much about time itself, especially the passing of time and the inevitability of death.

The Secrets We Kept

by Lara Prescott An irresistible debut novel that follows the parallel stories of three women – two CIA typists-turned-spies and a literary muse in Soviet Russia. This story traces the incredible real-life tale of the Cold War era CIA operation that led to not only the publication of Dr. Zhivago, but also its proliferation around the world. This mission was grounded in the belief that art has the power to shape culture and politics, a theme that still resonates today.

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FAMILIES

Do something fun together.

STEM Expo Sunday, March 8, noon–3 p.m.

Throughout the Library

Robots, VR and cryogenics, oh my! Master all four elements of STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) in one day. See liquid nitrogen in action in demonstrations from Mr. Freeze as he explores the fascinating field of supercooling.

Experiment with circuitry with Little Bits and Snap Circuits.

Program robots to paint and explore far-off lands in virtual reality. Solve puzzles and think like an engineer. From escape rooms to student demonstrations, there will be hands-on learning for adults, teens and the entire family.

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Twisted Tales Theatre

Homeschool Hangout

Saturday, March 7, 11 a.m.–noon Hendrickson Room

Thursday, March 12, 1–2:45 p.m. / Hub

Watch as the classic story of Hansel and Gretel unfolds in unexpected ways as theater students from Buffalo Grove High School take the stage in this multi-story play. Each exciting tale was scripted and skewed by the library’s Tween Advisory Group and Inklings.

For ages 5 and up.

Meet other homeschool families.

All ages.

Family Movie Night: Mulan Friday, March 13, 6:30-8 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

A young girl, disguised as a male soldier, bravely takes her ailing father’s place in the Imperial Army. Rated G; 88 minutes.

(1998 animated version)

Family Gaming Sundays, March 1, 15, 22, 29, noon–3 p.m.

Kids’ World

Drop in to play, 30 minutes at a time, up to one hour per day.

For families with children under 18.

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Parents’ Turn: Spring Cleaning Workshop Sunday, March 29, 2:30–3:30 p.m. Hendrickson Room

Gets hands-on and create your own natural and inexpensive cleaners that will get your house clean while keeping your family’s health in mind. Presented by Sunny Amirpour of PositivelySTRONG Health Solutions.

Children under age 5 welcome or caregivers welcome to come alone.

Live Music with Eric Litwin

Eric Litwin is a song singing, guitar strumming, # 1 New York Times bestselling author that brings early literacy and music together. He is the original author of the Pete the Cat series as well as the author of The Nuts and Groovy Joe.

Supported Concert Tuesday, March 31, 6:30–7 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

This performance by is designed for children with varying abilities and their families, and any child who would benefit from a more controlled environment. Special supports like lap weights and fidget toys are available. Space is limited; caregiver required. Contact the library if your party requires accommodations. Books will be available for purchase. Book signing to follow second concert.

Family Concert Tuesday, March 31, 7:30–8:15 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

Book signing follows the program. Books will be available for purchase.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD Play and learn.

English Learners Family Storytime

Our Time: Developmental Playgroup

Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 31, 6:30–7:15 p.m.

Lindsey Room

Tuesday, March 10, 10–11 a.m.

Lindsey Room

Practice English skills together as a family through stories, songs, rhymes and games.

Drop in, inclusive playgroup for families with children ages 0–5, who receive or are considering therapy. Facilitated by Beth Deiter, C.I.T.Y. of Support. Siblings welcome.

Ages 0–6.

Milk & Cookies Storytime

Our Time: Caregivers, Coffee and Play

Tuesday, March 3, 10–10:45 a.m.

Panera Bread, 5 W. Rand Rd.

Sunday, March 29, 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.

Lindsey Room

Ages 2–5.

Therapists and family members are welcome to this hour of adult conversation and support, coffee and play for little ones.

Facilitated by Beth Deiter, C.I.T.Y. of Support.

Thursday Fun Night Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. / Lindsey Room

Join us in your favorite PJs and be ready for fun at this special evening storytime.

Adults can come by themselves for some “me time” or come as a family for refreshments and play. Siblings welcome.

Ages 0–6 with adult; siblings welcome.

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weekly

storytime

In the Lindsey Room. For Arlington Heights cardholders only, unless noted.

no storytimes FRIDAY, MARCH 6 – Library closed TUESDAY, MARCH 17 – The library is a polling place for the Illinois General Election.

MONDAY, MARCH 23–SATURDAY, MARCH 28

BABY PLAY TIME Infants–18 months with adult

KIDS’ TIME Ages 3–5 with adult

Mondays, 11 a.m. (10 a.m. on March 23)

Mondays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

BABY PLAY TIME: Spring Break Edition NEW TIME FOR THIS WEEK ONLY Monday, March 23, 10–11 a.m. / Lindsey Room

MY TIME Ages 3–6 Adult not required

Bring your infant to an hour-long Baby Play Time and together you can explore and play, enjoy the company of other babies and their caregivers and chat with a visiting nurse from Northwest Community Hospital. She’ll answer your most pressing questions!

BABY TIME Infants–18 months with adult Wednesdays and Fridays, 9:30 a.m.

Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. – Open to all

Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m. – Open to all FAMILY TIME Ages 0–6 with adult Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. – Open to all PLAYGROUPS All ages with adult Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and NEW! Fridays 10:15–11:45 a.m. – Open to all

TODDLER TIME 19–35 months with adult Mondays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.

Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

Stay and Play Tuesday, March 24, 9:30–11 a.m.

Hendrickson Room

Explore hands-on activities with your little one and mingle with other parents during this special play group.

Ages 0-5.

Wonder Time Saturday, March 28, 2:30-3:15 p.m.

Lindsey Room

STEM storytime and hands-on activities.

Ages 3–5.

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KIDS

Read and grow.

4TH ANNUAL

MARSHMALLOW ART EXTRAVAGANZA

Starting Monday, March 9 / Kids’ World

Together, create a display out of marshmallow treats. Pick up a package of Peeps, a base and guidelines at the Kids’ World Desk anytime between Monday, March 9 and Sunday, March 22 (while supplies last). Return your completed display to the Kids’ World Desk by Sunday, March 29 to have your creation displayed and to be eligible for a random drawing. Three winners will be chosen.

One kit per family, while supplies last. For kids and families.

Homework Helpers

Tech Fun: Osmo

Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18 6:30–8:30 p.m. / Kids’ World

Monday, March 16, 4:15–5:15 p.m.

Lindsey Room

Teen volunteers are available to assist with homework assignments or practicing skills.

Drop in.

Explore Osmo’s fun and educational games using letter tiles, Tangrams and coding blocks.

For kids.

Grades 2–3.

Minecraft Mania

I Can Read

Saturday, March 7, 2–3:30 p.m.

Training Center

Monday, March 16, 6–7 p.m.

Use Minecraft’s creative mode, build and decorate an object related to a theme.

Laptops and accounts provided.

Arlington Heights cardholders only. Grades 3–4.

Wednesday, March 18, 4:15–5:15 p.m.

Kids’ World

Read a familiar book all by yourself to a librarian. Have your picture taken to honor your accomplishment. Drop in anytime within the hour.

For beginning readers/grades K–2.

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KIDS

Read and grow.

Number Ninjas Friday, March 20, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Lindsey Room

Drop in for math games and activities.

Grades K–2.

Chess Club Sunday, March 29, 2–3 p.m. / Lindsey Room

Presented by Chess Scholars. Some knowledge of the game is necessary.

Age 6–grade 6.

Desserts, Books and More: A Boy Called Bat

by Elana K. Arnold Monday, April 20, 6:30–7:15 p.m.

Lindsey Room

When his veterinarian mom brings home a stray baby skunk that needs rehabilitation before it can be placed in a wild animal shelter, Bat, who has autism, resolves to prove that he is up to the challenge of caring for the skunk permanently. Discuss the book, have dessert and do an activity. Books available at the Kids’ World Desk.

Grades 2–3 with an adult.

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Try It: Slime Fest Thursday, March 26, 1–2 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

From sparkly to smelly to stretchy, we will make five different types of awesome slime.

Tickets available at the Kids’ World Desk starting at 12:30 p.m. on the day of the event.

Grades 2–6.

Try It: Musical Petting Zoo Wednesday, March 25, 10–11 a.m.

Hendrickson Room

Try It: Karate Friday, March 27, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Hendrickson Room

Teachers from Bach to Rock will be on hand to let you experience a variety of instruments.

Learn the basics with teachers from the Midwest Shotokan Karate Association.

For kids.

Be sure to wear comfortable clothing.

Grades 2-4.

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TWEENS

Create and explore.

Tween Advisory Group Fridays, March 13 and April 3, 4:30–6 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Help your library and community while making new friends, work on service projects and plan programs.

Grades 4–6.

Books ‘n Bites: The Great Shelby Holmes

by Elizabeth Eulberg Wednesday, March 18, 4:30–5:45 p.m.

Lindsey Room

Join our tween book club for discussion, activities and snacks. Shelby Holmes, detective, and her new friend, John Watson, become partners in a dog-napping case. Pick up a copy of the book at the Kids’ World Desk.

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Learn improv skills and play theater games with an instructor from Metropolis School of the Performing Arts.

Grades 4–6.

Try It: Stop Motion Animation Tuesday, March 24, 10:30 a.m.–noon Cardinal Room

Learn stop-motion animation and make a mini movie.

Grades 4–6.

Grades 4–6.

Art Cart Crafternoon Wednesday, March 25, 2–3:30 p.m.

Kids’ World

Drop in and create your next masterpiece.

Grades 4–6.

Great Minecraft Adventure Saturday, April 4, 2–3:30 p.m.

Training Center

Test your Minecraft expertise using the Feed the Beast: Ultimate modpack. Experienced players only please.

Grades 4–6.

Try It: Slime Fest Thursday, March 26, 1–2 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Make five different types of awesome slime.

Tickets available at the Kids’ World Desk starting at 12:30 p.m. on the day of the event.

Grades 2–6.

Tween Gaming Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 4–8 p.m.

Weekends and school holidays noon–6 p.m.

Kids’ World

Use your library card to check out controllers at the Kids’ World Desk. Drop in for 30 minutes at a time, up to one hour per day.

Grades 4–6.

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TWEEN VS TEEN

Friday, March 20, 4:30–6 p.m. / Hub & Cardinal Room Have you mastered the deadly twists and turns on the Rainbow Road? Do you know exactly when to launch a banana peel at your opponents? Come and show off your racing skills at the Mario Kart Tournament where teens will be pit against tweens and only one master driver will be named Tournament Champion. Awesome prizes will be awarded for first and second place and pizza will be Chain-Chomped!

Tweens and teens must register separately. Visit ahml.info for more information.

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TEENS

Meet up, hang out or try something new.

College Knowledge

ALL ABOUT SCHOLARSHIPS

Tuesday, March 10, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room Staff from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will guide you through the basics of a scholarship application, tips on how to submit a successful application, and walk you through resources for finding the best scholarships for you.

Este programa tiene la opción de recibir asistencia en Español.

Por favor contactar a emather@ahml.info si usted desea este servicio.

For high school students and parents.

Inklings

Dice Guild

Thursday, March 5, 4–6 p.m.

Conference Room I

Friday, March 20, 6:30–9:30 p.m. / Hub

Meet like-minded teen writers and explore your writing talents.

Grades 7–12.

Drop in and play tabletop roleplaying games with other teens. We’ll have everything you need, from dice to snacks – you bring your creativity and imagination.

Grades 7–12.

Map It Thursday, March 12, 5:30–7 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Inspire your inner explorer! Try a variety of crafts using maps – coasters, garland, magnets and more.

Grades 7–12.

Friday Flicks Fridays, March 13 and 27, 7–9 p.m. / Hub

Drop in, hang out and watch a movie on our big screen.

Grades 7–12.

Teen Advisory Board

Teen Art Night: Sound Art Tuesday, March 24, 3–4:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Does music inspire you in more ways than one? Connect sound and color and learn to paint what you hear. No experience needed.

Grades 7–12.

Craft for a Cause

Sunday, March 15, 1–2:30 p.m. / Hub

Monday–Friday, 3–10 p.m. and Saturday–Sunday, noon–8 p.m. / Hub

Complete service projects, earn volunteer hours and make your voice heard at the library. Join TAB by filling out a form at ahml. info/teens/volunteer.

Drop in any time the Hub is open and do volunteer projects. Limit one service hour per visit.

High school students only.

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Grades 7–12.

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ADULTS

Experience and discover.

Hablemos Español (Let’s Speak Spanish) First and third Mondays, 6–7 p.m.

March 2: Richard Frisbie Board Room March 16: Hendrickson Room South

A conversation club to improve and practice your Spanish en la Biblioteca. Meet other Spanish learners and speakers in your community and brush up your skills. All levels welcome.

Adult Crafternoon: DIY Coasters Tuesday, March 3, 2–3:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Enjoy a casual afternoon designing and painting your own set of coasters. Supplies provided.

Creative Aging: Art With Alayne Tuesdays, March 10 or 31, 2–4:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Learn to draw and paint with instructor Alayne McNulty. Supplies included. No experience needed. Register for only one Creative Aging class per month.

Coloring & Tea Wednesday, March 11, 10 a.m.–noon Hendrickson Room South

Shake off some snow, grab some hot tea and settle in for a cozy morning with some coloring. Bring a friend or make some new ones. Supplies and refreshments provided.

Uke Can Do It Friday, March 13, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Learn how to play ukulele, some basic chords and a song, with El Rey Music Center.

This is the same program offered February 28. Do not register if you attended in February.

Arlington Heights cardholders only.

Sunday Musicale: Sapphire Woodwind Quintet Sunday, March 15, 2–3 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

In honor of Women’s History Month, the Sapphire Woodwind Quintet will share the trailblazing work of female composers and their struggles for recognition through music and history, dating back to the Renaissance through today. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Arlington Heights cardholders only.

THE GENERALS: PATTON, ROMMEL AND MONTGOMERY Friday, March 13, 2–3 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

Three men stamped their images upon events during the Second World War like no others. Each led their country’s armed forces to historic battlefield victories and two met inglorious ends. Join author Robert Mueller as he contrasts and compares the personalities, tactics and leadership styles of George Patton, Erwin Rommel and Bernard Montgomery.

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ADULTS

Experience and discover.

Resource Hour Thursday, March 19, 10–11 a.m. / First floor

Staff from The Village of Arlington Heights Health and Human Services Department will provide information and get you connected to resources. Drop in during this hour to meet them.

Travel Planning: Let’s Go to Europe Thursday, March 19, 2–3 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Explore many new options for European travel including apartment rentals, new train/air offerings, and using the internet to research and customize your travel.

Seasoned traveler Gene Flynn will share tips for short, focused travel and longer trips covering several regions.

Smart About Money Online Overview Thursday, March 19, 7–8 p.m.

Training Center

Learn more about Smart About Money modules and free online courses available from the National Endowment for Financial Education, a nonprofit organization committed to education and helping you make decisions to reach your financial goals.

Explore the courses that interest you, then complete them on your own – retirement, earnings, housing, health care costs, emergency funds, financial well-being, life events and more.

Arlington Heights cardholders only.

Author Event: Melissa Isaacson – See Page 31.

MOVIES at THE

l i br a r y

Dann & Raymond’s Movie Club: Star Trek Movies

Wednesday Cinema: Where’d You Go Bernadette?

Thursday, March 12, 7:30–9:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Wednesday, March 18, 1–3 p.m.

Hendrickson Room South

Monthly film discussion presented by Daily Herald movie critic Dann Gire and film historian and novelist Raymond Benson including film clips, cinema history and trivia.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Based on the bestselling novel. A loving mom becomes compelled to reconnect with her creative passions after years of sacrificing herself for her family. Her leap of faith takes her on an epic adventure. Starring Cate Blanchett, Judy Greer, Zoë Chao. Rated PG-13, 109 minutes.

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Leslie Goddard Presents Georgia O’Keeffe Saturday, March 28, 1–2:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

Living history performance by historian Leslie Goddard. As legendary artist Georgia O’Keeffe, Goddard reflects on her life, discusses her intense closeness to flowers, nature and the landscape around New Mexico. Enjoy a short reception following the performance. Presented in partnership with Arlington Heights Garden Club.

Making the Most of Social Security

Tax Preparation Assistance for Seniors

Wednesday, March 25, 7–8:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation assistance at the library to anyone, with special attention to those over the age of 50 who cannot afford a tax preparation service. Appointments are required and held on Mondays through midApril. Schedule your appointment in person at the Info Desk or call 847-392-0100. For more information, visit ahml.info.

Join Mike Heatwole, Certified Financial Planner, to learn about various filing strategies available to single individuals, married couples, divorced individuals, and widows, which often provide monthly lifetime social security benefits higher than the standard filing options typically selected. Heatwole will also cover social security earned income limits and the taxation of social security benefits.

Parents’ Turn: Spring Cleaning Workshop See Page 7.

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remarkable images. Meet the creative force behind our current exhibit.

”As a journalist and storyteller, the experiences of marginalized people have been the centerpiece of my work.”

For more than 15 years, photojournalist James A. Bowey traveled the world on assignment capturing stories and images of people faced with some of the most cataclysmic events of our time from the war in Bosnia to Hurricane Katrina. His work has been featured in The New York Times, Time Magazine and by the Associated Press, among others. Bowey is also an educator and was on the faculty at Winona State University from 2008 to 2015 where he won the national WOW award for innovation in higher education.

Today, Bowey continues his exploration of human rights and social connection through photography and storytelling including When Home Won’t Let You Stay: Stories of Refugees in America, an exhibit of 18 of his compelling portraits on view at the library through March 25. We talked with Bowey from his home in Chicago to learn more about his photography and technique for capturing stories that extend beyond a single frame.

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How do you approach your work and photography?

Throughout my career, I have talked to people in the most vulnerable moments of their life and the relationship that develops in those encounters is extremely important…It’s all about trust. I am there to serve their story. It is not my story but what I can do is to help their story find an audience, give it a structure and turn it into something with a positive impact.

So how do you find refugee stories here at home?

The primary way I find them is through good, old-fashioned journalism and shoe leather. I have a rolodex, make phone calls, send emails and reach out to agencies.

Sometimes they are people I just meet out on the street. I have discovered when someone is a storyteller, they meet people who have stories to tell. It’s serendipity, they find each other.

Can you describe your technique in capturing these beautiful images?

All of the photos are taken in an environment using light, shadow and a composition that leaves just enough space around the subject matter to allow people

to use their empathetic imaginations to fill in the story. When our empathetic imaginations fill in those details, it brings out an intimacy and opportunity for one-onone connection with the subject.

What can you tell us about the short lines of text that accompany each photo?

My technique is I interview and talk to someone for hours and then I go back and look for those narrative moments that tell their story. In one case, it was 10 words from a 30-minute interview…The purpose of this project is to bring us to that place of ‘I can’t imagine’ but in fact, we can imagine.

The language and images together allow us to share in the experience and reclaim our empathetic imagination.

What do you want viewers to take away from the exhibit?

That empathy is rejuvenating and that when we engage in stories of other people what we really learn about is ourselves. Stories of refugees, in many ways, are the guideposts to how we want our world to be…This is a project of hope and a project of renewal that allows us to experience that sense of connection with others and imagine the possibility for our shared future.

Join us for an evening with artist James Bowey as part of his exhibition, When Home Won’t Let You Stay (February 12 –March 25 / First floor).

AN EVENING WITH PHOTOGRAPHER JAMES BOWEY Friday, March 20, 7–9 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Bowey’s striking photographs and first-person stories of refugees provide insight into the hidden lives and compelling experiences of refugees in our communities.

In this live community event, Bowey will present more photographs and stories accompanied by live music and narrators from the Arlington Heights community, then lead a community conversation about how current refugee policies and attitudes reflect the state of the empathetic imagination in our civic life.

Want to be an active part of this event? We are seeking community narrators to read collected stories. If interested, contact programs@ahml.info..

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Experience and discover.

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Try It: Wire Woven Rings Tuesday, March 24, 7–8:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Make a beautiful wire-woven ring. Susan Barzacchini of Wired Lotus will teach the basics of metallurgy while she leads us through working with copper wire and beads to create your own finished (and wearable) art. Supplies provided. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

Try It: Tai Chi Wednesday, March 25, 7–8:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Try It: Ving Tsun Kung Fu Sunday, March 22 / Hendrickson Room

Ving Tsun (pronounced Wing Chun) is an ancient Chinese martial art that was designed in times of war as a powerful military technology. It is practiced now as self-defense, as well as a way to explore motion and develop relaxation. Led by Sifu Cyrus of Northside Ving Tsun in Chicago.

Kung Fu for Adults: noon–1 p.m. or 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Kung Fu for Women: 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Kung Fu for Seniors: 3–4 p.m.

Must be 18 years or older. Please register for only one class.

Want to reduce stress, increase strength and improve flexibility? Instructors from the Arlington Heights School of Martial Arts will teach Tai Chi fundamentals suitable for all participants of all abilities. Wear comfortable clothing. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

Try It: Tamale Making Thursday, March 26, 7–8 p.m.

Speedy Tamales 1035 S. Arlington Heights Rd.

Have you ever made a tamale? Join us at Speedy Tamales to learn the delicious art of tamale making. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

Try It: Bookbinding Friday, March 27, 7–9 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Try It: Soap Making Monday, March 23 1–2:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Try your hand at making your own soap in this DIY workshop designed for adults.

Supplies provided. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

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Learn about the journey of binding books – then make one! Artist Regin Igloria will teach the basic pamphlet stitch so you can walk away with a miniature journal of your own creation. Supplies provided. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

MARCH 2020

Learn at your own pace with

Development

Do you need to enhance your technology, business or career skills? The library now offers access to more than 3,500 in-depth on-demand tutorials from Udemy, a leading online learning provider.

Business Finance & Accounting

You can take an entire course or just view the lessons you need to work through a specific issue.

Available topics include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Adobe Creative Suite, programming and game development, business and management skills, sales and marketing, finance and accounting and much more.

There are also personal development courses on topics like stress management, language-learning, personal finance, parenting, health and fitness and arts and music.

IT & Software Office Productivity Personal Development Design Marketing Lifestyle

Many courses include downloadable resources that let you work along with the Photography instructor. If you finish Health & Fitness and pass the optional tests for a course, you Music receive a certificate of completion.

Teaching & Academics Selected courses provide professional development units (PDUs) for given topics, such as project management.

With the addition of Udemy, the library expands its online learning tools that complement other resources, such as Gale Courses six-week instructorled classes, Mango and Pronunciator languagelearning services and Creativebug crafting tutorials.

Find these resources and more at ahml.info/onlinelearning or on our website at Services > Online Learning.

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BUSINESS & NONPROFIT Start something big.

Top 10 Things to Consider as a New Entrepreneur Wednesday, March 4, 10–11:30 a.m.

Cardinal Room

Starting a new business can be an exciting and unpredictable adventure. The first year is filled with discovery, learning, and trial and error. Small business coach Julie Kittredge will share her top 10 insights on how to get clients, network like a pro, differentiate yourself and create a valuable product or service that people need.

Business Book Discussion: Outliers: The Story of Success

by Malcolm Gladwell

QuickBooks for Business

Wednesday, March 4, 7–8 p.m.

Business Center

Rich Kraybill of Positive Financial Solutions will introduce QuickBooks Online (QBO) to help you gain a basic understanding of how the program works and ideas on how it can simplify your business bookkeeping and, ultimately, make it less time consuming. Also covered will be apps that can be used along with QBO to handle some necessary, but outside-of-the-box, functions.

An intellectual journey through the world of “outliers,” the best and the brightest, the most famous and the most successful.

Gladwell asks, what makes high-achievers different? His answer is often overlooked details such as their culture, generation and idiosyncratic experiences of upbringing.

SCORE Business Mentoring at the Library Thursdays, March 5, March 19 and April 2 9 a.m.–noon Monday, March 9, 6–8 p.m.

Appointment Room

Free business mentoring and advice with SCORE volunteer business mentors, a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Register for an appointment at northchicago.score.org/arlington-heightslibrary.

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Monday, March 16, 7–8 p.m.

Business Center

Capital for Your Business: Get Funded!

Monday, April 6, 6:30–8 p.m.

Business Center

Learn how to make strategic decisions by understanding when it’s the right time to raise capital, what type of capital and how to structure it to grow your business.

MARCH 2020

JOBS & CAREERS Take the next step.

Resume Reviews Available by appointment Tuesdays from 9 a.m.-noon Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7–9 p.m.

Arlington Heights cardholders only. Request an appointment at ahml.info/research/jobs.

Getting an Illinois State Job

LinkedIn Lab Wednesday, March 18, 7–8 p.m.

Training Center

Monday, March 30, 1–3 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Bring your LinkedIn questions to this informal workshop, and come prepared to work on your profile, both independently and with the guidance of a librarian.

A Central Management Services (CMS) representative will discuss how to apply for Illinois state jobs, successfully complete the CMS100 employee application form and obtain grades for state jobs that require them.

Arlington Heights cardholders only.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE Practice and learn.

English Learners Family Storytime Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 31, 6:30–7:15 p.m.

Lindsey Room

Practice English skills together as a family through stories, songs, rhymes and games.

Ages 0–6.

Tea & Talk Wednesday, March 11, 2:30–4 p.m.

Hendrickson Room North

Drop in at this monthly social conversation group for adult English-language learners; children welcome.

Citizenship Interview Practice Wednesday, March 18, 7–8:30 p.m.

Conference Room I

Practice for the United States Citizenship test. Mock interviews with Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society Immigration & Citizenship volunteers and staff.

ESL Book Discussion: The Way it Works

by William Kowalski Monday, March 16, 7-8:30 p.m.

Conference Room I

Join other ESL students to discuss this book. Visit the ESL office to register and get your book and discussion questions, or call 847-870-4309.

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GENEALOGY Discover your roots.

Finding Your Ancestors in Ireland Tuesday, March 3, 7–8:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Get started with your Irish research with professional genealogist Paul Milner. We’ll discuss the best procedures to follow and look at examples that illustrate the wide variety of records that can be utilized in the research process.

Swedish Genealogy Research Help Wednesday, March 11, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Shackley Room

Genealogy Discussion Thursday, March 19, 7–8 p.m.

Shackley Room

Half-hour appointments available. Register at ahml.info/research/genealogy.

Drop in to this monthly meeting to discuss genealogy projects, family history research and to share resources.

Getting Started with FindMyPast

Finding Your Ancestors Online

Monday, March 16, 10–11 a.m.

Training Center

Thursday, March 26, 10–11:30 a.m.

Training Center

Learn how to navigate FindMyPast, a genealogy resource with more than two billion records from the U.K., Ireland and British Commonwealth.

Explore the best methods and databases for beginning genealogy research online.

Arlington Heights cardholders only.

Meet with a Specialist Get one-on-one help with your research from our Genealogy and Local History Librarian.

Register at ahml.info/research/genealogy.

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SENIOR CENTER

Library programs for adults at the Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Rd. No registration required, unless noted. For information, call 847-870-3712.

Film Discussion Circle

Popular Books Discussion

Tuesday, March 3, 1 p.m.

Wednesday, March 11, 10 a.m.

Holes (2003), Rated PG, 117 minutes. A discussion led by Ted Balcom follows a free showing of the film.

Read and discuss The One-in-a-Million Boy

by Monica Wood. Books available in the Senior Center Reading Room.

Current Events

Computer Interest Group

Thursdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26, 10 a.m.

Wednesday, March 11, 1 p.m.

Seating is limited to 50.

Novice and experienced computer users discuss current technology and exchange advice on personal computer problems.

Tablet users welcome.

Modern Classics Book Discussion Monday, March 9, 10 a.m.

Join our discussion of Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. Books are available in the Senior Center Reading Room.

Travelogs Fridays, March 13, 20, 27, 10 a.m.

No Travelog on March 6.

Enjoy travel movies and documentaries.

Memory Café Tuesday, March 10, 10–11:30 a.m.

The Arlington Heights Memory Café is a free social gathering for persons living with dementia and a family member, friend or care partner. Meets the second Tuesday of each month and includes social time, an activity and snack. Registration required; call the Senior Center at 847253-5532. Memory Café Partners: AgeOptions, Catholic Charities, Arlington Heights Park District and the Village of Arlington Heights Senior Center.

Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning Basics Saturday, March 21, 10-11:15 a.m.

Wills

Trusts Estate Planning

Take a first step in protecting your final wishes. Learn about wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate and guardianship. Attorney Jacob K. Ehrensaft will also share tips for selecting the correct person to make health care and financial decisions and keeping your plans updated to reflect changes in the law and personal circumstances.

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BOOK DISCUSSIONS Join the conversation.

Meet other readers and discuss these great reads. Books available at the Info Desk or call 847-392-0100. No registration required, unless noted.

MYSTERY

Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz Monday, March 2, 7:30-8:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Dead in a Week by Andrea Kane Monday, April 6, 7:30-8:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room

NOVEL EXPERIENCE

Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine

by Gail Honeyman Tuesday, March 3, 7:30-8:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room

An American Marriage by Tayari Jones Tuesday, April 7, 7:30-8:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room

BUSINESS

Outliers: The Story of Success

by Malcolm Gladwell Wednesday, March 4, 7–8 p.m. / Business Center

GREAT BOOKS EVENING DISCUSSION

The Playboy of the Western World

by John M. Synge

From “Great Conversations 2” by Great Books Foundation Wednesday, March 11, 7:30-9 p.m. / Richard Frisbie Board Room

Planning and Democracy by Friedrich Hayek From “Great Conversations 2” by Great Books Foundation

Wednesday, April 1, 7:30-9 p.m. / Richard Frisbie Board Room

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MARCH 2020

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

The Way it Works by William Kowalski Monday, March 16, 7-8:30 p.m. / Conference Room I

Join other ESL students to discuss this book. Visit the ESL office to register and get your book and discussion questions, or call 847-870-4309.

GET TOGETHER WITH BOOKS

The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah Wednesday, March 18, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Richard Frisbie Board Room

LIFE READERS

The Idiot, Part 3 by Fyodor Dostoevsky Thursday, March 19, 7-8:30 p.m./ Cardinal Room

Join us as we continue to take a deep dive into Fyodor Dostoevsky’s mysterious novel, The Idiot.

SCIENCE FICTION

Dangerous Visions by Harlan Ellison Wednesday, March 25, 7:30-9 p.m.

Fireplace Area

READ AND REFLECT - NEW GROUP!

The Ungrateful Refugee: What Immigrants Never Tell You by Dina Nayeri Tuesday, March 31, 6-7 p.m. / Cortland’s Garage, 1 N. Vail Avenue

Come together to discuss books with timely themes and relevant issues. Appetizers will be served.

BOOKS AND BREWS

The Uninhabitable Earth: Life After Warming

by David Wallace-Wells Wednesday, April 8, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Eddie’s Restaurant, 10 Northwest Highway

Appetizers will be served.

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TECH CLASSES Build skills from basics to beyond.

All classes are in the library’s Training Center, and registration is required, unless otherwise noted.

Arlington Heights cardholders only.

BASIC COMPUTER & TABLET SKILLS

MICROSOFT OFFICE

MARCH

Basic Computer Skills 5

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Thursday, 7–8:30 p.m.

Beginning Computing with Windows 10 9

Excel: Basics Monday, 7–8:30 p.m.

PowerPoint: Basics 13

Friday, 10–11:30 a.m.

Excel: Intermediate

Monday, 10–11:30 a.m.

16 Monday, 7–8:30 p.m.

Beginners’ Internet 10 Tuesday, 1:30–3 p.m.

Using Your Mac: Basics 10

Tuesday, 7–8:30 p.m.

How to Use Your Android Device 11

Wednesday, 1:30–3 p.m.

Word: Basics 18

PowerPoint: Intermediate 20

Thursday, 10–11:30 a.m.

How to Use Your iPad’s Apps 19 Thursday, 10–11:30 a.m.

Friday, 10–11:30 a.m.

Word: Intermediate 25

Wednesday, 1:30–3 p.m.

PowerPoint: Transitions and Animations

How to Use Your iPad 12

Wednesday, 1:30–3 p.m.

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Friday, 11 a.m.–noon

Excel: Charts and Graphs 30

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Monday, 7–8 p.m.

MARCH 2020

CREATIVE & DIGITAL MEDIA Attendees should be comfortable with basic computing skills.

KEEPING CURRENT WITH TECHNOLOGY Cord Cutting 101: Exploring Cable Alternatives

MARCH

Photoshop: Fixing Photos 24

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Tuesday, 10–11:30 a.m.

How to Start a Podcast 25 Wednesday, 7–8:30 p.m.

NEW!

BLENDER: DESIGN IN 3D

Oculus Rift: Making Virtual Reality a Reality 21

Intro to 3D Printing and Computer-Aided Design 23

Tuesday, 7–8:30 p.m.

Create graphics and designs from scratch using Adobe Illustrator. Working with shapes, lines, the pen tool, colors, gradients, layers, effects and typography will be covered.

Tuesday, 7–8:30 p.m.

Learn tips when it comes to buying and selling items on sites such as Craigslist, EBay, Facebook Marketplace and more!

No accounts needed this will be an overview of these services.

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Monday, 7–8:30 p.m.

NEW! Buying and Selling Online

Thursday, 1:30–3 p.m.

Come in for an introduction to one of the most powerful open source programs out there! Learn how to navigate and use Blender’s mesh-editing features to create your own 3D-printable model from scratch. Experience with TinkerCad recommended.

Saturday, 1–3 p.m. / Marketplace

Drop in for a hands-on demonstration of the Oculus Rift, a head-mounted virtual reality device.

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Thursday, 1:30–3 p.m.

Getting Started with Facebook 20 Friday, 1:30–3 p.m.

Twitter Fundamentals 30

Monday, 10–11:30 a.m.

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TECH CLASSES AT THE SENIOR CENTER Small class size and hands-on instruction. Register for March classes at ahml.info or 847-392-0100. Complete class schedule for winter and course descriptions available at ahml.info/services/senior or in the Reading Room at the Senior Center. No library card required.

DESKTOP

TABLET & PHONE

All classes from 9 a.m.–noon

MARCH

4 & 11

MARCH

NEW! Android Phone Basics

Windows 10 Essentials Wednesdays (two-day class)

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All classes from 9 a.m.–noon

3 & 10

Tuesdays (two-day class)

12 & 19

Thursdays (two-day class)

24, 31

Tuesdays (two-day class)

Many popular smartphones and tablet brands like Samsung and LG use the android operating system. In this two-session class, get hands on experience using an android-based phone or tablet with helpful tips for using apps like mail and internet.

Wednesday, March 25

iPad & iPhone Beyond Basics 9 & 16

Mondays (two-day class)

NEW! iPad & iPhone Settings 2 Explore the new privacy and security settings offered in iOS 13 and get tips for specific app settings likes Notes and Safari.

13

Friday

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Friday

iPad & iPhone Basics

23 & 30 Mondays, (two-day class)

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FRIENDS & FOUNDATION Support the library.

Friends of the Library Super Spring Sale Adults’ sale – Hendrickson Room.

Children’s sale – Cardinal Room.

Friday, April 3, 6–9 p.m. Members’ Night Membership: $5 Individuals/ $10 Family Saturday, April 4 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 5 11 a.m.–3:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

Shop for used books, magazines, movies, music, books on CD, games and puzzles.

Save on Sunday, with half-price on everything (except Buy-It-Now) in the adult sale, and a $5 bag sale in the children’s sale.

There is a discount to teachers who show a valid school ID. Electronic devices such as scanners, laptops and cell phones are not permitted. For membership information, and a list of auction items, visit ahml.info/about/friends.

Author Event: Melissa Isaacson Wednesday, March 4, 7–9 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

The author of State: A Team, a Triumph, a Transformation, will appear at a special event sponsored by the Arlington Heights Memorial Library Foundation. State tells the story of how the 1979 Niles West women’s basketball team, including Isaacson, won the Illinois state championship. Meet Isaacson and former Arlington Heights mayor Arlene Mulder, Isaacson’s first high school coach. Books available for purchase and signing; a portion of book sales will benefit the Foundation.

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES Meeting schedule: ahml.info/about/information Greg Zyck • President 847-507-2336 • gzyck@ahml.info Carole Medal • Vice President/Secretary 847-506-2683 • cmedal@ahml.info John Supplitt • Treasurer 847-506-2685 • jsupplitt@ahml.info Trustees: Andi Ruhl 847-506-2684 • aruhl@ahml.info Debbie Smart 847-494-3707 • dsmart@ahml.info Christine Tangney 847-506-2686 • ctangney@ahml.info Marianthi Thanopoulos 224-762-8304 • mthanopoulos@ahml.info EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Mike Driskell

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING Mary Hastings EDITORIAL SUPERVISOR April Harder WRITERS Pat Aichele William Tolan GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Brian Benson Colleen Kelly Stephanie Battista

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