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LIBRARY OCTOBER 2018
Piano Project
adding value in your life
An interactive public art event Now through October 12 Inspired by this year’s One Book, One Village selection, Every Note Played by Lisa Genova, The Piano Project invites all ages to come play and experience the spontaneous joy of art and music. Six pianos, generously donated by Arlington Heights families, have been transformed by local artists into works of art for the community to enjoy.
Whether you play Chopin or Chopsticks, you’ll find the pianos around town through mid-October – at the library, Arlington Heights Metra Station, Harmony Park, the Senior Center and Northwest Community Healthcare Wellness Center. The library hopes the pianos will bring people together and spark moments of happiness, conversation and entertainment through music. The pianos will be on display at the library for several weeks, beginning October 15. Visit ahml.info/onebook for piano locations and to learn more about the artists. The Piano Project is made possible by Platinum Concerto sponsor Waverly Inn, a Koelsch Senior Community committed to bringing dignity, respect and the highest standards of service to your family. Thank you to our Gold Sonata sponsors The Moorings of Arlington Heights, offering independent senior living in a country setting; and Northwest Community Healthcare, committed to excellence, dedicated to creating a healthier community. Silver Duet sponsors are the Lutheran Home and Jennifer Burnidge State Farm Insurance Agency. MEET THE ARTISTS - PAGE 3
F I N E F O R G I V E N E SS W E E K October 24–31.Learn more on back page.
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Committed to inclusion
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What is inclusion awareness? As an organization committed to excellent customer service, during the past year we have explored how we can meaningfully extend that service to all members of our community. Surveys and training helped increase our awareness internally, and we are eager to share our accomplishments and invite your feedback. We’ve added two accessible catalog stations, expanded our assistive devices collection (featured at our first floor Tech Bar in October), acquired accommodation and sensory materials for our programs and exhibits, and developed new community partnerships. In the coming months, motorized scooters will move to open, accessible locations, our website will include an Accessible Services page, and more volunteer roles will be created to offer in-depth, case-by-case training, adapted to individual needs. This month’s screening and discussion of the documentary, How to Dance in Ohio, follows a group of adults living life on the autism spectrum, as they prepare for a formal dance. The movie demonstrates how despite our differences, we share a commonality of experience when we face new challenges. We hope you will join us at this and many other programs that celebrate inclusion. Look for the “Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month” note throughout the newsletter to participate in upcoming programming, or stop by and check out a film or book from one of our featured displays. While we are excited to share our accomplishments and featured programs for this month, we know there is more to do. We need your collaboration to increase our awareness and help in identifying additional opportunities as we pursue our longterm commitment to inclusion. Send us your ideas via comment cards available in the library, at ahml.info/contact, or call us at 847-392-0100 or TTY: 847-392-1119.
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Artists Preeti Iqbal
Village Landscape NCH Wellness Center 900 W. Central Road
“The piano playing creates joy – for the player and the listener. The piano as an art object is joyful for the observer. So it’s both static and interactive and it engages people.” –Tara Riley, artist and creator of Grow Wild
Meet the Artists Visit ahml.info/onebook to watch videos of the artists and learn more about their inspiration.
Get Social Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, and share your piano Violet Jaffe
photos and videos: #AHMLPianoProject #OneBookOneVillage
Reaching Toward Joy Library’s Dunton Avenue entrance
Anthony Lewis
Video Disruption #3 Library’s underground parking garage
Teresa Meyanci Once Upon a Tune Harmony Park, corner of Vail and Campbell Street
Piano Project Sponsors
waverly inn Memory Care Community Koelsch Communities
Tara Riley Grow Wild
Senior Center Courtyard 1801 W. Central Road
Tom Rybarczyk Rainbow Zebra Arlington Heights Metra Station 45 W. Northwest Highway
Lutheran Home • Jennifer Burnidge State Farm Insurance Agency The Village of Arlington Heights 3
PROGRAMS FOR
FAMILIES Mane in Heaven
Mini Horses
Saturday, October 20, 6:30–7:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room Bats can seem scary, but they are helpful to people and the environment. Learn about bats while seeing them in action - LIVE! For ages 4 and up. REGISTER
Mane in Heaven Mini Horses Saturday, October 6, 11 a.m. –noon / Marketplace
Mane in Heaven visits with their lovable, miniature, therapy horses. Enjoy these wonderful animals who wear gym shoes! Open to all. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. DROP IN
Family Movie Night: Monsters, Inc. Friday, October 19, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Hendrickson Room
A sensory-friendly screening – the room will be lighter and the volume will be lower. Suitable for families with children of all abilities. Sulley and Mike are the top scare team. When their rival mistakenly lets a human girl into their world, the monsters find out what being scared is all about. Rated G; 92 minutes. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. REGISTER
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An Evening with Author Jason Reynolds
Jason Reynolds
Thursday, November 8, 7 p.m. Forest View Auditorium 2121 South Goebbert Rd.
Meet Jason Reynolds, a New York Times best-selling author of books appealing to audiences from middle school through adult. Reynolds is most recently known for As Brave as You, Long Way Down and his Track series. He is a National Book Award Honoree, a Kirkus Award winner, a Walter Dean Myers Award winner, an NAACP Image Award Winner and the recipient of multiple Coretta Scott King honors. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Book signing following presentation; books available for purchase. For ages 10 and up. REGISTER OCTOBER 15
PROGRAMS FOR
Homeschool Movie: Disney Nature Bears
KIDS
Thursday, October 11, 1:30–3 p.m. Lindsey Room
Join us for our first homeschool movie. Journey to the Alaskan Wilderness with a bear family and watch two bear cubs learn life’s greatest lessons. Rated G; 77 minutes. DROP IN
REGISTER OCTOBER 1 at any public desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info. Unless noted, every person attending a program must sign up. DAY-OF TICKETS Space is limited; tickets are given on a first-come, first-served basis at the Kids’ World Desk before the program begins.
Homeschool Advisory Team Tuesday, October 23, 7–7:30 p.m. Board Room
We want to collaborate with you. Parents, please join us for our first ever Homeschool Advisory Team. DROP IN
LEGO Club Friday, October 5, 6:30–7:30 p.m. and Wednesday, October 10, 4–5 p.m. Lindsey Room
Toss those instructions aside and let your imagination soar using LEGO bricks. For all ages. DROP IN
Homeschool Hangout
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Saturday, November 10, 11 a.m. –3 p.m.
Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Kids’ World
Struggling with a class or need homework help? Teen volunteers are available in Kids’ World and can assist with completing homework assignments or practicing skills. For kids. REGISTER
Number Ninjas Friday, October 12, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Lindsey Room
Explore math games and activities. For grades K–2 with an adult. DAY-OF TICKETS
I Can Read Monday, October 15, 6–7 p.m.
Thursday, October 25, 1–3 p.m. / Hub
Homeschool families, visit the Hub for hands-on activities and the chance to meet other homeschoolers. For all ages. DROP IN SAVE SAVE SAVE SAVE SAVE THE DATE
Homework Helpers
Minecraft Mania Saturday, October 6, 2–3:30 p.m. Training Center
Using Minecraft’s creative mode, build and decorate an object related to a theme. We supply the laptops and accounts. Arlington Heights cardholders only. For grades 3–4. REGISTER
Wednesday, October 17 4:15–5:15 p.m. Kids’ World
Calling all first graders! Read a familiar book all by yourself to a librarian. Have your picture taken to honor your accomplishment. Your photo can be displayed in our I Can Read area.DROP IN anytime within the hour.
Kids Create:
Spooky Crafts
Play around with the latest technology the library has to offer. Try out Robotics, 3D printing, musical gadgetry, Virtual Reality and more.
Friday, October 12, 4:15–5:15 p.m. Lindsey Room
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Create a spooky Halloween craft project. For grades K–3.
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PROGRAMS FOR
KIDS Tech Fun Tuesday, October 16, 4:15–5 p.m. Lindsey Room
Would you like to travel across the ocean without leaving the library? Join us as we travel virtually using Google Expeditions. For grades 2–3. REGISTER
REGISTER OCTOBER 1 at any public desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info. Unless noted, every person attending a program must sign up. DAY-OF TICKETS Space is limited; tickets are given on a first-come, firstserved basis at the Kids’ World Desk before the program begins.
Chess Club Sunday, October 21, 2–3 p.m. Lindsey Room
Improve your game by learning a new strategy, then test it out on an opponent. Some knowledge of the game is necessary. Presented by Afterschool Enrichment Solutions/Chess Scholars. For age 6–grade 6. REGISTER
Milk and Cookies Storytime Tuesday, October 2, 10–10:45 a.m. Panera Bread, 5 W. Rand Rd.
Join us for milk and cookies and stories at the Annex of Arlington. Limited seating is available; children must be registered to attend. For ages 2–5. REGISTER
Put on your costume and join us for some Halloween fun. Activities will include festive crafts, goofy games and more. DROP IN
Thursday Fun Night Thursdays, 6:30–7 p.m. / Lindsey Room
Shake your sillies out in this evening storytime for families. For ages 0–6; siblings welcome. DAY-OF TICKETS October 4 and November 1 Mini Movers
Enjoy songs, stories, musical instruments and dramatic movements. October 11 – Jammin’ in My Jammies
Put on your PJs and get ready for fun. October 18 and 25 Spook-tacular Storytime and Parade
Join us for a not-so-scary storytime, reading boo-tiful stories and a costume parade.
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storytimes & playgroups weekly
storytime in the lindsey room
Early Intervention Playgroup Tuesday, October 9, 10–11 a.m. Lindsey Room
An inclusive playgroup for children who receive therapy services, ages 0–5, with opportunities for children to play while families meet and find support. Siblings welcome. Contact the library if you need accommodations. Facilitated by Beth Deiter, speech-language pathologist. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. DROP IN
Sensory Storytime Saturday, October 27 3:30–4:15 p.m. / Lindsey Room
A small-group program especially suited to those with autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing issues and children with varying abilities. Contact the library if you need accommodations. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. For ages 3–8 and their families. DAY-OF TICKETS
Bilingual Polish Storytime Saturday, October 13, 3:30–4 p.m. Lindsey Room
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes in both Polish and English. DAY-OF TICKETS
Dwujęzyczne Polskie Rodzinne Czytanie Sobota, 13 października 3:30–4 p.m. w pokoju Lindsey
Zapraszamy na opowiadania, piosenki i rymowanki w języku polskim i angielskim. Dla dzieci w wieku od 0 do 6 lat. Ograniczona ilosc miejsc; bilety wstępu są oferowane tego samego dnia na zasadzie “kto pierwszy, ten lepszy” przy Kids’ World Desk przed rozpoczęciem programu.
All storytimes are held weekly in the Lindsey Room and require DAY-OF TICKETS. Space is limited; tickets are given on a firstcome, first-served basis at the Kids’ World Desk before storytime begins. Unless noted, for Arlington Heights cardholders only.
BABY TIME Infants–18 months with adult Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays, 9:30 a.m. Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. - Open to all
TODDLER TIME 19–35 months with adult Mondays, 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays, 10:30 a.m.
KIDS’ TIME Ages 3–5 with adult Mondays, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.
MY TIME Ages 3–6 (Adult not required) Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m. - Open to all
Wonder Time Saturday, October 20 3:30–4:15 p.m. / Lindsey Room
Bring your budding scientist to this STEM storytime where we’ll read, ask questions and engage in hands-on learning. For ages 3–5. REGISTER
FAMILY TIME Infants–6 years with adult Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. - Open to all Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. - Open to all
PLAYGROUPS All ages with adult Mondays, 10:15 a.m. - Open to all Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. - Open to all Thursdays, 10:15 a.m. - Open to all
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PROGRAMS FOR GRADES 4–6
TWEENS
Homeschool Tween Gaming Thursdays, October 4 and November 1 1–3 p.m. / Kids’ World
Homeschool tweens, play a game on the Nintendo Switch, XBOX One or PS4. Must be 9–12 years old to participate. Check in at the Kids’ World Desk. DROP IN
REGISTER OCTOBER 1 at any public desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info.
Mod Minecraft Mania Saturday, October 6, 4–5:30 p.m. Training Center
Tween Advisory Group
Test your Minecraft expertise using a modpack that adds 10 times as many features as standard Minecraft. Presenters will demonstrate, teach and challenge you to build, code and program. Experienced players only. Arlington Heights cardholders only. For grades 5–6. REGISTER
Friday, October 5, 4:30–6 p.m. Hendrickson Room North
Complete service projects, plan programs for tweens and play games. Earn volunteer hours and make your voice heard. For grades 4–6. DROP IN
Art Cart Crafternoon Thursday, October 11, 5–6 p.m. / Kids’ World
We’ll provide supplies like colored pencils, embroidery floss and water colors, and you can create anything you want. For grades 4–6. DROP IN
Books ’n Bites: Graveyard Shakes Wednesday, October 17, 5–6:15 p.m. Lindsey Room
Join our tween book club to discuss Laura Terry’s book, make a spooky craft and have snacks. Sisters Katia and Victoria are new students at a private boarding school. When Katia goes missing, Victoria teams up with a friendly ghost to save her sister from a sinister plot. Pick up a copy of the book at the Kids’ World desk. For grades 4–6. REGISTER
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TEENS REGISTER OCTOBER 1 at any public desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info.
Volunteer ‘Homework Helpers’ Needed Calling all high school students with exceptional homework abilities! Are you interested in earning service hours while helping kids? Apply to assist kids with homework assignments or practice study skills on Wednesdays from 6:30–8:30 p.m. Go to ahml.info/ teens/volunteer for more info. For high school students only.
Craft for a Cause: Fidget Blankets Monday–Friday, 3–10 p.m. and Saturday–Sunday, noon–8 p.m. / Hub
Come in any time the Hub is open and do service projects to make the world a better place a little bit at a time. Limit one service hour per visit. In October, we will make fidget blankets to be donated to local memory care facilities. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. For teens grades 7–12. DROP IN
Friday Flicks Fridays, October 5 and 12 7–9 p.m. / Hub
Hang out and watch a movie on our big screen. For teens grades 7–12. DROP IN
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First-Time Voters Unite!
Inklings
Monday, October 8, 6–7:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Thursday, October 4, 4–6 p.m. / Cardinal Room
If you’ll be 18 by November 6, you can vote! The League of Women Voters will register you and we’ll get you ready to go: find your polling location, access a sample ballot and learn more about the candidates. We’ll also provide fact-checking sites to help you maneuver fact and fiction. For both teen and adult first-time voters. REGISTER
Meet like-minded teen writers. In October, we’ll be writing and plotting our Teen Halloween Murder Mystery program for October 19. For teens grades 7–12. REGISTER
Friday, October 19
6:30–8:30 p.m. / Hub
Teen halloween
murder mystery
The Hub is hosting a Halloween party, costume contest, mummy-wrapping contest...and COLD BLOODED MURDER. Examine the scene, sort through the clues and discover the culprit before the night ends. Written by Inklings teen creative writing club. Put on your costume and thinking caps. For teens grades 7–12. REGISTER
Read, Eat, Repeat: Miles Morales Thursday, October 18, 4–5 p.m. Berry Yo, 50 N. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights
Read Miles Morales: Spider-Man by Jason Reynolds, then come to Berry Yo and discuss Spider-Man as you’ve never seen him before. For teens grades 7–12. REGISTER
Teen Advisory Board Sunday, October 21, 1–2:30 p.m. / Hub
Join our high school volunteer group with service projects, pizza and collaboration, while earning service hours. For high school students only. DROP IN
FAFSA Completion Workshop Thursday, October 18, 6–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Presenters from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will walk students and their parents though the FAFSA application step by step. For more information on what to bring, visit ahml.info/teens. For high school students and parents. REGISTER
Planning for Students with Learning Differences Tuesday, October 30, 7–8:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Join us for a conversation about high school and transition planning for students with learning differences, ADHD and autism spectrum disorders. Discuss course selection, learning supports, and psychoeducational and standardized testing. Learn about levels of support and how the law differs once your child is out of high school. For teens and parents. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. REGISTER
BlizzCon eSports Tournaments See page 14.
La Universidad a tu Alcance: Recursos Financieros See page 11.
Friday, October 26, 6–8:30 p.m. / Hub See slime as you’ve never seen it before – edible, magnetic and color changing. After creating your slime, curl up on the couch and watch Disney’s Flubber. For teens grades 7–12. REGISTER
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PROGRAMS FOR
ADULTS FRANKENFEST Unless otherwise noted, REGISTER ANYTIME at the Info Desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info.
Medicare 101 Tuesday, October 2, 7–8:30 p.m. Hendrickson Room
Learn what Medicare covers, what it does not, and potential out-of-pocket expenses. David Wylly of Medicare Solutions Network will discuss supplements, Advantage Plans, Part D prescription coverage and cost-saving strategies.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27, 10:30 A.M. -7:30 P.M.
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A daylong celebration of the 200th Anniversary of Mary Shelley’s classic, Frankenstein. Discuss the book, enjoy one of your favorite film adaptations, create a Frankencraft from noon–2 p.m. in the Marketplace and learn more about the science that fueled Doctor Frankenstein and his monster. DROP IN
Try Our Medigap Insurance Plan Finder Looking for a medigap supplemental insurance plan during Medicare’s open enrollment period? Try using the medigap plan screener in Weiss/The Street Financial Ratings, available at ahml.info/ research/databases. Fill out an online request form and you will be emailed a list of plans and prices available, along with Weiss’ financial strength ratings for each company. For Arlington Heights cardholders.
FRANKENSTEIN Film Screening 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
This 1931 classic, based on the novel by Mary Shelley, famously features Boris Karloff as the monster. Unrated; 2 hours.
The Science Behind FRANKENSTEIN 1:30–3 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Mary Shelley was 19 years old when she wrote Frankenstein. Professor Ruth Hoffman explains how a literary young woman wrote a ground-breaking novel that featured scientific foreshadowing.
Book Discussion: FRANKENSTEIN 3:30–4:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Self-Care for Caregivers
Discuss the story of Victor Frankenstein, the young scientist who creates a grotesque creature in an unorthodox scientific experiment. Pick up a copy of the book at the Info Desk and join the discussion.
Tuesday, October 9, 7–8:30 p.m. Hendrickson Room
Caregivers need TLC, too, and this presentation from experts at JourneyCare will provide tips to help keep yourself well while dealing with the stress of being a caretaker. Presented as part of the library’s One Book, One Village community read. REGISTER
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YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Film Screening 5:30–7:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Screening of the 1974 comedy classic. Respected medical lecturer Dr. Frankenstein (Gene Wilder) inherits his grandfather’s estate in Transylvania where he begins to recreate his experiments with the help of Igor (Marty Feldman), Inga (Teri Garr) and the fearsome Frau Blücher (Cloris Leachman). Rated PG; 1 hour, 46 minutes.
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La Universidad a tu Alcance: Recursos Financieros Wednesday, October 3 6:30–8:30 p.m. / Training Center
Aprendan cómo encontrar y solicitar recursos financieros para la universidad. Presentación práctica. Se requiere inscripción. Join Michael Ayala, EdD for a conversation on finding financial resources for college. Delivered in Spanish. REGISTER
Interfaith Dialogue: Matters of Life and Death
HOME MOVIE DAY
Thursday, October 4, 7–8:30 p.m. Hendrickson Room
Wednesday, October 10, 7–9 p.m. Cardinal Room
A panel discussion between local religious leaders as they share their perspectives on important themes of life and death. Facilitated by Pastor Melissa Earley of First United Methodist Church. Presented as part of the library’s One Book, One Village community read.
An attorney from Rubin Law will present this program for parents and guardians of individuals with special needs. Begin the process of legal and financial planning; learn about government benefits, types and uses of Special Needs Trusts and more. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. REGISTER
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HOME MOVIE DAY
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Saturday, October 13, 4:30–7 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
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Join us for this worldwide celebration of amateur films and local history. We invite you and your family to share your personal home movies with the community, or stop in to enjoy the family stories being shared. Following the screening, learn how to best care for your films and how you can convert your home movie to digital video files at the library. To screen your movie, just bring your tape or film and a story to share. Arrive by 4:30 p.m. to sign up for a five-minute time slot. Limit one submission per family; slots are limited. Additional submissions may be screened if time allows. All equipment provided to screen the following formats: 8mm, Super8, 16mm, VHS, VHS-C, Video8, Hi8, Betamax, DV and MiniDV. Contact us at 847-870-5222 for more. Presented in partnership with Chicago Film Archive and Downtown Mediaworks. REGISTER
FRIENDS’ FANTASTIC FALL USED BOOK & MEDIA SALE
Special Needs Legal and Future Planning
Members Night: Friday, November 2, 6–9 p.m. Hendrickson and Cardinal Room Saturday, November 3, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Hendrickson and Cardinal Room
Writer’s Ink Wednesday, October 10, 7–9 p.m. Conference Room I
Monthly meeting for local writers to meet, read their work and critique others. REGISTER
Dann & Raymond’s Movie Club: Hollywood’s Forbidden Films Thursday, October 11, 7:30–9:30 p.m. Hendrickson Room
Monthly film discussion program presented by Daily Herald movie critic Dann Gire and film historian and novelist Raymond Benson – film clips, cinema history, trivia and more. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. REGISTER Sunday, November 4 Cardinal Room, 11 a.m. –3:30 p.m. Hendrickson Room, 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
The fall sale has moved from October to the first weekend in November. The adult sale (Hendrickson Room) features books, movies, music, books on CD and magazines. Books are sorted by category in the adult sale. A silent auction begins Friday (Member’s Night) and ends Saturday at 2 p.m. The children’s sale (Cardinal Room) features picture books, board books, fiction, non-fiction, DVDs and CDs. The children’s sale includes a $5 bag sale on Sunday. Educators who show their teacher ID receive a 25% discount on their purchase.
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PROGRAMS FOR
ADULTS Unless otherwise noted, REGISTER ANYTIME at the Info Desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info.
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Do you need it? Tuesday, October 16, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Jobs& Careers
Do you know if you need a sugar detox? Nutritional therapy practitioner Carrie Wang will explain how to consider your habits and prepare a sugar detox with only real food. REGISTER
Wider Lens: How to Dance in Ohio Tuesday, October 16, 7–9:15 p.m. Hendrickson Room South
Have Your Resume Reviewed Expert resume reviewers are available by appointment to help you write a quality resume. To schedule, call the library or visit ahml.info/research/jobs. Resume reviews are scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday evenings between 7–9 p.m. and Wednesday afternoons between 3–5 p.m. Arlington Heights cardholders only. REGISTER FOR AN APPOINTMENT
Job Seeking for People with Disabilities Wednesday, October 17, 7–8:30 p.m. Cardinal Room
Specialists from Jewish Vocational Services Chicago will offer tips for making an effective resume, interviewing skills and finding networking opportunities to connect you to the right job. Presented as a part of Inclusion Awareness Month. REGISTER
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serving the blind, visually impaired, disabled and Veterans
An intimate portrait of the social struggles those with autism face, this film explores the resilience of a group of teens and adults as they prepare for a formal dance, reevaluating the definition of normal, while emphasizing the universal need to belong, connect and grow by celebrating every individual’s unique path. Rated G; 89 minutes. A facilitated discussion will follow the film. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.REGISTER
Wednesday, October 17 10:30–11:30 a.m. / Cardinal Room
A world-renowned nonprofit organization serving the blind, visually impaired, disabled and Veteran communities, Chicago Lighthouse provides vision rehabilitation services, education, employment opportunities and assistive technology for people of all ages. Join Melissa Wittenberg, Senior Director of Chicago Lighthouse North in Glenview, as she shares an array of programs and services. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. REGISTER
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Compounding: How to Help Your Money Grow Tuesday, October 16, 1–2 p.m. Cardinal Room
Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. Those who understand it, earn it, those who don’t, pay it. Steve Lescohier, retired J.P. Morgan banker, will help you make your money work for you. REGISTER
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)
CIVICS & VOTING
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18 and 25, 12:30–3:30 p.m. Cardinal Room
This free class for English-language learners is co-sponsored by District 214 and the Village of Arlington Heights. Suitable for high beginning to intermediate-level English-language learners. REGISTER
Tea & Talk Wednesday, October 10, 1:30–3 p.m. / Hendrickson Room North
Improve your conversation skills at this monthly social conversation group. For adult English-language learners; children welcome. DROP IN
ESL Book Discussions Join other ESL students to read and discuss these books. Visit the ESL office to get your book and discussion questions. REGISTER
Every Note Played by Lisa Genova Tuesday, October 9, 7–8:30 p.m. / Conference Room I
Discussion is appropriate for intermediate-level adult Englishlanguage learners.
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis Monday, October 15, 1:30–3 p.m. / Conference Room H Wednesday, October 17, 1:30–3 p.m. / Conference Room I
Explore new vocabulary words and themes as you follow four adventurous children through a wardrobe and into the magical land of Narnia. Discussion is appropriate for intermediate-level adult English-language learners. Both sessions are the same.
The Composition by Antonio Skármeta Monday, November 5, 10:30 a.m.–noon / Conference Room I Thursday, November 8, 1–2:30 p.m. / Conference Room H Monday, November 26, 7–8:30 p.m. / Conference Room I
Discussion is appropriate for high beginning adult English-language learners.
Practice Citizenship Interviews Wednesday, October 24, 7–8:30 p.m. / Conference Room I DROP IN
For more information on civics and voting, and resources available at the library, visit ahml.info/research/civics
First-Time Voters Unite! Monday, October 8, 6–7:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Are you a first-time voter? The League of Women Voters will register you and we’ll get you ready to go: find your polling location, access a sample ballot and learn more about the candidates. We’ll also provide fact-checking sites to help you maneuver fact and fiction. For both teen and adult first-time voters. REGISTER
Candidate Forums Sunday, October 14, 1–6 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Hosted by the League of Women Voters; moderated by Tahman Bradley, anchor and political reporter for WGN News. Bring questions to submit. DROP IN Forums for the following races are scheduled:
1 p.m. – State Representative District 54 Representative Tom Morrison Maggie Trevor 2 p.m. – State Senate District 27 Senator Tom Rooney Ann Gillespie 3 p.m. – State Representative District 53 Eddie Corrigan Mark Walker 4:30 p.m. – U.S. House of Representatives District 9 Representative Jan Schakowsky John Elleson
Be an Informed Voter Monday, October 29, 7–8:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Get ready for the upcoming gubernatorial election. Librarians will help you find your polling location, access a sample ballot and learn more about the candidates. REGISTER
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PROGRAMS FOR
ADULTS Unless otherwise noted, REGISTER ANYTIME at the Info Desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info.
Brain Health
Music and the Brain Tuesday, October 23 7–8:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Music enhances memory and can enrich your life during daily stressors and challenges. Join Mary Helen Ekstam, music therapist and Life Learning Advocate at JourneyCare, for a program guaranteed to get your toes tapping and heart singing. REGISTER
Brain Health:Why Good Habits Matter Thursday, October 25, 7–8:30 p.m. Hendrickson Room
Physicians and clinical experts from Northwest Community Hospital in the fields of neurology, neurosurgery, behavioral and cognitive health, sleep medicine, nutrition and fitness will provide tips to help keep your brain as sharp as possible as you age. Questions are encouraged. Light refreshments served. REGISTER
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Rights & Resources: Americans with Disabilities Act Monday, October 22 7–8:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Understand whom and what the ADA covers and protects, as well as rights related to employment, public entities and access to private businesses. Presented by Equip for Equality as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. REGISTER
Creative Aging: Art with Alayne Tuesdays, October 23 and 30, 2–4:30 p.m. Cardinal Room
Learn to draw and paint with instructor Alayne McNulty. All supplies included. No prior art experience needed. Both sessions are the same; please register for only one. Arlington Heights cardholders only. REGISTER OCTOBER 1
Sunday, October 28, 2–3 p.m. Hendrickson Room
Wednesday Cinema: All the Money in the World Wednesday, October 24 1–3 p.m. Hendrickson Room South
Master pianist Mark Valenti plays a selection of classical music to complement our One Book, One Village read, Every Note Played by Lisaotherwise Genova. Sponsored Unless noted, REGISTER ANYTIME at the by the Friends of the InfoLibrary. Desk, 847-3920100 REGISTER or at ahml.info.
Billionaire John Paul Getty’s grandson is kidnapped and held for ransom. Can a grieving mother convince her father that family is worth more than money? Rated R; 132 min. REGISTER
Sunday Musicale
Mark Valenti First-Time Parents’ Meet-Up Monday, October 22 10–11 a.m. / Cardinal Room
Enjoy light refreshments, make connections and play with your baby. Find resources to support your child’s early literacy and development. A representative from Northwest Community Hospital will help facilitate conversations. For first-time parents with infants under age one. DROP IN
BlizzCon eSports Tournaments Friday, November 2, 1:30–9:30 p.m. and Saturday, November 3, 1:30–7:30 p.m. Training Center
BlizzCon is here and so are big eSports tournaments for games like Overwatch, Hearthstone, World of Warcraft and Heroes of the Storm. We bought a virtual ticket so you don’t have to. For teens and adults. DROP IN
GENEALOGY
PROGRAMS FOR
BUSINESS SCORE Business Mentoring at the Library Thursdays, October 4, 18 and November 1, 9 a.m.–noon / Appointment Room
Learn from SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer business mentors, a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Request a one-hour oneon-one mentoring meeting at chicago.score.org/branch/arlington-heights-library.
DNA behind the scenes
REGISTER FOR AN APPOINTMENT
Monday, October 1, 7–8:30 p.m.
& GO
HOW TO
RUN A NONPROFIT
NOT
CRAZY
WITH KELLY KLEIMAN
Wednesday, October 10, 7–8 p.m. / Business Center What is the function of a Board of Directors? Where do nonprofits get their money? How does the whole system work? Presenter Kelly Kleiman will reveal the secrets of nonprofits, all in an hour. REGISTER
DIY Marketing Video for Your Business Thursday, October 11, 6–8 p.m. / Training Center and Studio
Join us as we take you through the steps of creating a promotional video for your small business. Learn about video marketing strategy and what makes an effective video. Get a hands-on lesson in the Studio about shooting video, lighting and video editing. REGISTER
QuickBooks for Nonprofits and Small Business Tuesday, October 23, 7–8:30 p.m. / Business Center
Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor Rich Kraybill, will provide an overview of how QuickBooks can help you track your business records and improve your accounting organization plan. REGISTER
Business Book Discussion: Bad Blood Wednesday, November 7, 7–8 p.m. / Business Center
Discuss Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup by John Carreyrou, the inside story of the breathtaking rise and shocking collapse of Theranos, the multibillion-dollar biotech startup that is arguably the biggest corporate fraud since Enron. DROP IN
Hendrickson Room
Join genealogist Dr. Daniel Hubbard as he discusses how DNA testing can be used to trace your family history. REGISTER
Swedish Genealogy Research Help Wednesday, October 10, noon–7 p.m. Shackley Genealogy Room
Do you have Swedish ancestors? Kathy Meade will help you with genealogical research and direct you to Swedish research resources. REGISTER FOR AN APPOINTMENT
Finding Your Ancestors Online Thursday, October 11, 10–11:30 a.m. Training Center
Learn about the best methods and databases for genealogical researching online. REGISTER
Researching Your Ancestors In ArkivDigital Wednesday, November 7, 2–3:30 p.m. Training Center
Learn to search for vital records and locate a corresponding household record with archival and index searching. ArkivDigital representative Kathy Meade will explain how to access church books, emigration records and passenger ship manifests. REGISTER
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CLASSES
BASIC COMPUTER & TABLET SKILLS
Designed for new computer and tablet users. These are the building blocks that will prepare you to go beyond the basics. REGISTER
How to Use Your iPad
How to Use Your iPad’s Apps
Friday, October 5, 1:30–3 p.m.
Friday, October 12, 1:30–3 p.m.
Basic Computer Skills
Beginning Computing with Windows 10
Tuesday, October 9, 10–11:30 a.m.
Using Your Mac: Basics Wednesday, October 10, 1:30–3 p.m.
Beginners’ Internet Friday, October 12, 10–11:30 a.m.
REGISTER BEGINNING OCTOBER 1 at the Info Desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info. See the events calendar on our website, ahml.info/techclasses, for more class descriptions. All sessions are in the Training Center, unless otherwise noted, and are limited to Arlington Heights cardholders only.
MICROSOFT OFFICE Designed for anyone who wants to refresh or learn new skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint or Excel. REGISTER
Excel 2016: Basics
Monday, October 15, 10–11:30 a.m.
Thursday, October 11, 1:30–3 p.m.
How to Use Your Android Device
PowerPoint 2016: Basics
Tuesday, October 16, 7–8:30 p.m.
Monday, October 15, 7–8:30 p.m.
Using Your Mac: iCloud
Excel 2016: Intermediate
Wednesday, October 17, 1:30–3 p.m.
Thursday, October 18, 1:30–3 p.m.
PowerPoint 2016: Intermediate Monday, October 22, 7–8:30 p.m.
SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: Sharing Photos and Videos Tuesday, October 23, 1:30–3 p.m. Instagram is one of the top social media apps for sharing photos and videos. Attend this class to learn how to create an account, fill out your profile, post a couple photos and videos, and understand what the ancillary features of Instagram are. Instagram account not required.
Facebook: Beyond the Basics Friday, October 26, 10–11:30 a.m.
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Designed for those who want to connect with others through social media and social networking communities. REGISTER Using Craigslist Friday, October 26, 1:30–3 p.m.
Snapchat Monday, October 29, 10–11:30 a.m. You’ve heard of Snapchat, the hugely popular social media app. Ever wondered what’s so great about it? Come and try it out with us! We’ll teach you all about snaps, stories and streaks and see if we can figure out what makes it so much fun.
Twitter Fundamentals Tuesday, October 30, 7–8:30 p.m.
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Word 2016: Basics Tuesday, October 23, 10–11:30 a.m.
Excel 2016: Pivot Tables Wednesday, October 24, 2–3 p.m.
Word 2016: Intermediate Tuesday, October 30, 10–11:30 a.m.
CREATIVE & DIGITAL MEDIA
Designed for those who are interested in creating and managing videos, music and images. Attendees should be comfortable with basic computing skills. REGISTER
Introduction to 3D Printing and Computer-Aided Design
Digitize your Reel-to-Reel Films
Tuesday, October 16, 1:30–3 p.m.
Saturday, October 20, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Digitize Your VHS and Videocassettes
NEW! iMovie: Editing Your Home Movies
Wednesday, October 17, 10–11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, October 24, 10 a.m.–noon Looking to polish the home movies that you’ve digitized? Learn how to edit footage, add transitions, titles and music and more with Apple’s iMovie, available in the Studio.
Digitize Your Slides and Photos Thursday, October 18, 7–8:30 p.m.
NEW! Spooky Photoshop Friday, October 19, 1:30–3 p.m. Learn how to give your family photos a spooky, frightening, and memorable makeover in this hands-on class. You will use Photoshop to make ordinary people into zombies, monsters, and more! Basic Photoshop experience encouraged.
KEEPING CURRENT WITH TECHNOLOGY
NEW! Adobe Premiere: Editing Your Home Movie Monday, October 29, 6–8 p.m. Looking to polish the home movies that you’ve digitized? Learn how to edit footage, add transitions, titles and music and more with Adobe Premiere Pro, available in the Studio.
LIBRARY RESEARCH & DOWNLOADS
Designed for those who are already comfortable using computers and the Internet and want to move beyond the basics. REGISTER
Designed for those who want to connect with others through social media and social networking communities. REGISTER
Cord Cutting 101: Exploring Cable Alternatives
Finding Your Ancestors Online
Monday, October 15, 1:30–3 p.m.
Thursday, October 11, 10–11:30 a.m.
Save hundreds of dollars annually by cutting your cable and phone cord! This program will explore cost-effective alternatives to cable (Netflix, Roku, Sling, Roku, Apple TV, Hoopla, etc.) and traditional landline phones (mobile, Google Voice, etc.).
Best Travel Websites and Apps Friday, October 19, 10–11:30 a.m.
Digital Magazines for Your Tablet and Computer
Backing Up Your Digital Photos
Tuesday, October 30, 1:30–3 p.m.
Wednesday, October 17, 7–8:30 p.m.
One-on-One eReader Help
Oculus Rift: Making Virtual Reality a Reality
Make a ½-hour appointment to go over the basics of using your eReader (Kindle, Nook, iPad, etc.) to download library eBooks. Call 847-392-0100 or visit ahml.info/appointment.
Saturday, October 20, 1–3 p.m. / Marketplace Drop in for a hands-on demonstration of the Oculus Rift, a head-mounted virtual reality device.
Alternative Search Engines Thursday, October 25, 7–8:30 p.m.
Google Drive Overview Monday, October 29, 1:30–3 p.m.
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BOOK DISCUSSIONS BOOK ME
Discussions are facilitated by library readers advisory staff. No registration is required, unless noted. Drop in to join the conversation. If you need a copy of a book, stop by the Info Desk or call 847-392-0100. All discussions in the Cardinal Room, unless otherwise specified. Want to receive a monthly email with information on upcoming book discussions? Please sign up at ahml.info/webform/enewsletter-signup
Take the work out of finding your next great book. Fill out your preferences online and our advisors will send you a customized list of at least 10 recommended books that we think you will enjoy. Book Me is an easy way for you to get introduced to books or authors that you may not have found on your own. ahml.info/webform/book-me
NOVEL EXPERIENCE Every Note Played by Lisa Genova Tuesday, October 2, 7:30–8:30 p.m.
Something Like Happy by Eva Woods
Tuesday, November 6, 7:30–8:30 p.m. / Lindsey Room
MYSTERY GROUP
AUTHOR The Girl Who Was Taken VISIT! by Charlie Donlea Monday, October 1, 7:30–8:30 p.m.
Discussion of the book with the author, Charlie Donlea.
The Broken Girls by Simone St. James Monday, November 5, 7:30–8:30 p.m. / Lindsey Room
GET TOGETHER WITH BOOKS The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead
Wednesday, October 17, 7:30–8:30 p.m. / Board Room
Faithful by Alice Hoffman
Wednesday, November 21, 7:30–8:30 p.m. / Board Room
BOOKS & BREWS Gehrig and the Babe: The Friendship and the Feud by Tony Castro Wednesday, October 10, 7:30–9 p.m. Eddie’s Restaurant, 10 Northwest Highway
Appetizers will be served.
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ONE BOOK, ONE VILLAGE DISCUSSION Every Note Played by Lisa Genova Monday, October 15, 7:30–8:30 pm. La Tasca Tapas, 25 W Davis St., Arlington Heights
Appetizers will be served.
GREAT BOOKS EVENING GROUP Selected readings from “Citizens of the World: Readings in Human Rights” by Great Books Foundation.
Wednesday, October 17, 7–9 p.m. / Conference Room I
FRANKENFEST DISCUSSION Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein Saturday, October 27, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
BUSINESS BOOK DISCUSSION Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup by John Carreyrou Wednesday, November 7, 7–8 p.m. / Business Center
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE BOOK DISCUSSIONS The library offers book discussions for adult Englishlanguage learners See page 13 for more information.
PROGRAMS AT THE
SENIOR CENTER At the Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Rd. For more information, call 847-870-3710.
Film Discussion Circle Tuesdays, October 2 and November 6, 1 p.m. In October, discuss Best Picture Winner, A Man for All Seasons (1966), 120 minutes. The November film is Selma (2014), 128 minutes. A discussion led by Ted Balcom follows a free showing of the film. DROP IN
Travelogs Fridays, October 5, 12, 19 and 26, 10 a.m. Enjoy travel movies and documentaries. DROP IN
Current Events Discussion Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18 and 25, 10 a.m. Seating is limited to 50. DROP IN
Popular Books Discussion Wednesday, October 10 10 a.m. The October book is Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz. Discussion books are available in the Senior Center Reading Room. DROP IN
Computer Interest Group Wednesday, October 10 1 p.m. Novice and experienced computer users discuss current technology and exchange advice on personal computer problems. Tablet users welcome. DROP IN
Modern Classics Book Discussion Monday, October 8, 10 a.m. Discuss our One Book, One Village selection, Every Note Played, by Lisa Genova. Discussion books are available in the Senior Center Reading Room. DROP IN
What if Someday was today?
Fall Senior Center Tech Classes In-person registration for October, November and December tech classes will be on Monday, October 1 from 9–11 a.m. in the Senior Center Computer Room. Numbers are distributed when the Senior Center opens at 8:30 a.m. Phone and online registration begins at 9 a.m. Fall class schedules will be available at the Senior Center starting September 21. Call 847-392-0100 or go to ahml.info for more information OCTOBER 2018
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LIBRARY
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LIBRARY BOARD Meeting schedule - ahml.info/attend/board PRESIDENT Debbie Smart | 847-494-3707 dsmart@ahml.info VICE PRESIDENT/SECRETARY Joan Brody Garkisch | 847-338-8445 jbrodygarkisch@ahml.info TREASURER Greg Zyck | 847-507-2336 gzyck@ahml.info TRUSTEES: Carole Medal | 847-506-2683 cmedal@ahml.info John Supplitt | 847-506-2685 jsupplitt@ahml.info Christine Tangney | 847-506-2686 ctangney@ahml.info Marianthi Thanopoulos | 224-762-8304 mthanopoulos@ahml.info INTERIM 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 Printed with soy ink using paper from sustainable trees. The newsletter is available online at ahml.info/content/ library-newsletter. Hearing Loop available in the Hendrickson Room
LIBRARY NEWS Fine Forgiveness Week
Are FREAKY fines keeping you away? Don’t be SCARED! We really want you to come back and see all of the exciting books, services and programs the library has to offer. Fines can be tricky, so we want to offer you a special treat. Visit or call us any time between October 24–31, and we will waive up to $50 in fines from your account. This treat does not cover material replacement or collection charges, but don’t let that frighten you from finding out what options might available for you, too. For more information, call 847-392-0100 or email circquestion@ahml.info.
Strategic Plan: 2018-2022 The Board of Library Trustees recently approved a Strategic Plan that sets goals and strategies through 2022 resulting from the combined input of residents, library staff and community leaders. Goals include: 1. Foster increased connections across and throughout our varied communities. 2. Refine digital and technology services to enhance ease of use and raise the library’s profile as a technology leader in the community. 3. Increase access to library services, and enhance the experience of using the library. 4. Strengthen the internal work environment for all library employees. The planning process began last January with a library survey available to the public online, in print and in multiple languages. More than 4,000 community members took the survey. Survey findings, plus input gathered during a day-long retreat of residents and community leaders, and sessions with library staff created the basis of the plan.
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