AHML Newsletter October 2023

OCTOBER 2023

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Registration

Library programs are subject to change. Detailed program descriptions and registration details are available on the program calendar at ahml.info. Register in-person at the library, online at ahml.info/attend/events or by calling 847-392-0100.

Registration required.

Registration begins October 1. Please refer to the library’s online program calendar at ahml.info/attend/events for more detailed registration information about each program on the calendar.

Makerplace programs register on October 2. Due to high interest, culinary classes register with a lottery system, unless otherwise noted.

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

NO SYMBOL Programs without a symbol do not require registration unless otherwise noted.

Accessibility

The library is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request disability accommodations, call 847-392-0100, text 847-665-1491 or email us at accessibility@ahml.info

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One Book, One Village

Author

Catherine

Adel

West in Her Own Words

Catherine Adel West was born and raised in Chicago, where she currently resides. In addition to writing the novels The Two Lives of Sara and Saving Ruby King, her work has been featured in Black Fox Literary Magazine, Five2One, Better than Starbucks and more. We interviewed her to learn more about The Two Lives of Sara, what she hopes readers can take away from her novel and about her upcoming author visit to Arlington Heights on October 26.

What was your reaction when you found out TheTwoLivesofSarawas selected for this year’s One Book, One Village community read?

I was humbled, thrilled and honored. I always think it’s so rewarding when the city around you and the town around you lifts you up in admiration and just kind of [recognizes] the story that you wanted to tell. And then knowing that story touched so many others around you was just a wonderful feeling.

What inspired you to tell Sara’s story?

I always dub Sara as kind of a toxic legend, somebody who was intriguing, but somebody who had a lot of scars and a lot of trauma that she had been unwilling and unable to deal with, and as a result, her life hadn’t turned out as she wanted. And then to be able to tell this story through the perspective of a Black woman, it really meant a lot because you don’t see a lot of those stories out there.

What would you say TheTwoLivesofSarais about?

The book is about a woman who learns who she is and who she could be. And the decision as to where she wants to end up in her life. Do you want to end up kind of unencumbered and happy, whatever that looks like, or do you continue to carry the sorrows, the trials, the tribulations that you’ve gone through. And what happens when you choose either path.

What is something you hope readers take away from your book?

I absolutely want people to take away that it’s an important story that needs to be told and [during] an important time in our country. But it’s also a story with universal themes - love, hope, redemption, trauma, dealing with and not dealing with it, and most importantly community.

If someone doesn’t usually read historical fiction, why should they check out TheTwoLivesofSara?

It’s more than just historical fiction. If you just don’t like a genre then I think you’re kind of doing yourself a disservice. It’s one of those things where you find a story that’s going to speak to you regardless of genre. The reason why I think The Two Lives of Sara would be that book for you even if you don’t like the genre is mainly because of the characters. They’ll make you laugh, make you cry, but more importantly, they’ll get you to see the world around you in a bit of a different way than you perhaps have seen it before. And then also, who wouldn’t want a book that talks about great music, great literature and some doggone great food.

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of One Book, One Village (OBOV) with this year’s selection, The Two Lives of Sara by Catherine Adel West.

OBOV invites the community to read the same book at the same time and share in the experience through related programming and book discussions.

Set in 1960s Memphis, The Two Lives of Sara is a compelling work of historical fiction. It is an unforgettable story of hope, the limitations of resilience and unexpected love. The Two Lives of Sara was written by Catherine Adel West who was born and raised in Chicago, where she currently resides. It is her second novel.

MEET THE AUTHOR

An Evening with Catherine Adel West

Thursday, October 26, 7–8:30 p.m. / Forest View Auditorium, 2121 S. Goebbert Rd. This event will also be streamed on the library’s YouTube channel.

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of One Book, One Village with The Two Lives of Sara author Catherine Adel West, joined in conversation by WBEZ’s award–winning journalist Natalie Moore. Books will be available for sale and signing courtesy of The Book Stall.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Music plays an important role in TheTwoLives ofSara , and we’ve even featured a playlist of songs mentioned in the book on our website and in the library. We’re curious though, what’s on your playlist?

Moses Sumney, Bon Iver, Beyoncé obviously, Run the Jewels, blackbear, gospel music like Fred Hammond, Jonathan McReynolds. My music taste is very eclectic. Blues Traveler, Sam Smith and Jack Garratt, I’ve been listening to a lot of him lately. Coldplay, Joy Oladokun, she’s fantastic.

Do you have a personal connection to all of the different food that is mentioned throughout The TwoLivesofSara?

These are all dishes that I have eaten or have been eaten around me my whole entire life, so these are dishes for me that were very important and very important to the Black community as a whole. A few of them were dishes that I absolutely love. And some of [them] I tried again, just for research purposes.

Is there anything else you’d like to share?

One of the most important things, believe it or not, in researching the book was finding the right music. And also, I relied heavily on the songs of Nina Simone and Sam Cooke mainly because they’re what I call Sara and Jonas’s musical avatars. Sara’s represented by a lot of Nina Simone songs and Jonas is represented by a lot of Sam Cooke songs.

What can someone expect who attends your author event this year at Forest View Auditorium?

I’m going to make you laugh. I think some people are a little bit taken aback by the fact that I have a sense of humor because I think my books can be a little heavy. You can expect a wonderful evening full of answers to any burning questions you’ve had about The Two Lives of Sara and a little insight into the inner workings of my mind, which may be a little bit of a horror story. Whatever it is, just expect to absolutely be enthralled, entertained and most importantly educated.

DISCUSS THE BOOK

The Two Lives of Sara by Catherine Adel West

ESL Book Discussion

Tuesdays, October 3, 7–8 p.m. or October 17 1–2 p.m. / ESL & Literacy Office or Zoom

Page Turners Book Discussion

Monday, October 9, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Thursday, October 19, 10–11 a.m. / Room H

BBQ Book Discussion

Sunday, October 22, 12:30–2 p.m.

Makerplace, 112 N. Belmont Ave.

Flex Space 1

PROGRAMS INSPIRED BY THE BOOK

See pages 16–17 for more details on these programs.

Jalimusa: An Epic Tale of Black Women’s Mothering

Tuesday, October 3, 7–8:15 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Sound Opinions Presents: Civil Rights and the Sounds of Memphis

Thursday, October 5, 7–8:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Family History, Genealogy and Chicago Property Records

Friday, October 6, 7–8:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Around Town: Autumn Harvest

Saturday, October 7, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

North School Park

E. Eastman St. & N. Evergreen Ave.

Learning about Postpartum Depression

Tuesday, October 10, 7–8 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Service Project: No–Sew Blankets

Thursday, October 12, 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Makerplace, 112 N. Belmont Ave.

Creative Arts Area

Recipes: Box Painting & Swap

Tuesday, October 17, 7–8:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

By the Time I Get to Memphis: King’s Last Year

Thursday, October 19, 7–8:15 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

If Beale Street Could Talk

Wednesday, October 25, 1–3 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Vinyl Listening Party

Sunday, October 29, 2–4 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Culinary Programs

See page 35.

For more OBOV programs and special events, visit ahml.info.onebook.

PAGE 7: INCLUSION AWARENESS MONTH

Awareness Month

Each October, the library celebrates Inclusion Awareness Month, which recognizes the Arlington Heights Memorial Library’s commitment to connect you to resources and programs, highlight enhancements in accessibility and invite community feedback. Featured programming this month includes a Grease Sock Hop dance party for adults presented in collaboration with Northwest Special Recreation Association, The Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Products Road Show, and Make Some Music! A Supported Family Program. More information about all of these events can be found inside this newsletter.

Each October, the library celebrates Inclusion Awareness Month, which recognizes the Arlington Heights Memorial Library’s commitment to connect you to resources and programs, highlight enhancements in accessibility and invite community feedback. Featured programming this month includes a Grease Sock Hop dance party for adults presented in collaboration with Northwest Special Recreation Association, The Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Products Road Show, and Make Some Music! A Supported Family Program. More information about all of these events can be found inside this newsletter.

With the community’s feedback and guidance, the library continues to improve accessibility. This year the library conducted an assessment of library facilities and developed an updated ADA transition plan, created Braille enhancements for a scavenger hunt and StoryWalk® at Pioneer Park and developed supported programming for adults and youth audiences, including a Touch Tour of Junie B. Jones the Musical that provided individuals who are blind or have low vision the opportunity to touch and learn about the show’s props, costumes and set to help provide context for the program.

With the community’s feedback and guidance, the library continues to improve accessibility. This year the library conducted an assessment of library facilities and developed an updated ADA transition plan, created braille enhancements for a scavenger hunt and StoryWalk® at Pioneer Park and developed supported programming for adults and youth audiences, including a Touch Tour of Junie B. Jones the Musical that provided individuals who are blind or have low vision the opportunity to touch and learn about the show’s props, costumes and set to help provide context for the program.

Building updates this fall will include installation of an accessible, all-gender restroom and a wellness room for nursing or those in need of a calming/private space in Kids’ World, as well as continued development of the Accessibility Support Collection.

Building updates this fall will include installation of an accessible, all-gender restroom and a wellness room for nursing or those in need of a calming/private space in Kids’ World, as well as continued development of the Accessibility Support Collection.

Inclusion Awareness Month Programs

September 29: Grease Sock Hop

October 1: Assistive Tools Kit Demo

Inclusion Awareness Month Programs

October 3: Our Time: Developmental Playgroup

September 29:

October 3: Your Money: Top 10 Special Needs Financial Planning Tips

Grease Sock Hop

October 5: Brain Health

October 1:

Assistive Tools Kit Demo

October 3:

Our Time: Developmental Playgroup

October 10: The Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Products Road Show

October 3:

October 17: Sensory Storytime

Your Money: Top 10 Special Needs Financial Planning Tips

Brain Health

October 20: Make Some Music! A Supported Family Program

October 5:

October 10:

The Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Products Road Show

October 24: Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial Planning

October 17:

Sensory Storytime

October 27: Friday Film Fun: The Princess Bride Costume Party & Movie

October 20:

Make Some Music! A Supported Family Program

October 28: Our Time: Celebration

October 24:

Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial Planning

October 30: Job Searching for People with Disabilities

October 27:

October 28:

October 30:

Friday Film Fun: The Princess Bride Costume Party & Movie

Our Time: Celebration

Job Searching for People with Disabilities

FAMILIES

Do something fun together.

Play, Learn & Grow Workshop

Fridays, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 10 9:30–11 a.m. / Hendrickson Room

Spend time together, experience creative activities and meet new friends in this fiveweek play and learning series as part of the library’s Family Place Library initiative. Each week, a different community resource specialist will discuss early literacy, play and movement, reflective caregiving or other topics relevant for families, in a casual play-focused environment. Register for the first session, and you will automatically be registered for the whole series.

Homeschool Hangout

Wednesday, October 11, 1–2:30 p.m. / Hub

Drop in for hands-on activities, the chance to meet other homeschoolers and learn more about the library’s resources.

Ages 5 and up. Caregiver required.

Family Movie: Encanto

Saturday, October 14, 1:30–3:15 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Experience the magic of the family Madrigal. Enjoy an afternoon family matinee movie and a light snack.

Rated PG; 102 minutes.

Make Some Music! A Supported Family Program

Friday, October 20, 4:15–4:45 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Listen to musical books and songs then explore different stations where you can make your own instruments or visit the instrument petting zoo. We will use a visual schedule and have lap weights and fidgets available. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.

Ages 3 and up. Caregiver required.

Halloween Fun

Wednesday, October 25

Hendrickson Room

10 a.m.–noon: Kids up to 4 years old. 4–5:30 p.m.: Kids ages 5 to grade 3.

Put on your costume and join in the Halloween fun. Activities will include crafts, stories, games and more.

EARLY CHILDHOOD Play and learn.

Kids’ World construction underway

kids’ world construction

Exciting updates are coming to Kids’ World this fall, creating additional developmentally appropriate, interactive learning zones for kids. This work is being completed in phases, and some service interruptions will occur.

Youth Services staff are available to assist with locating materials and some programs may be moved to other rooms in the library or canceled due to construction.

Kids’ World will be closed beginning November 1 for the last phase of construction, reopening to the public on November 17. Limited resources will be available at a help desk outside Kids’ World. Please check the library’s program calendar online for up-to-date information about Kids’ World programs at ahml.info/attend/events

For upcoming construction news, visit ahml.info/StayInformed

Our Time: Developmental Playgroup

Tuesday, October 3, 10–11 a.m.

Cardinal Room

An inclusive drop-in playgroup for children who receive or are considering therapy services. Children play while families meet and find support. Siblings welcome. Facilitated by Beth Deiter, C.I.T.Y. of Support. Ages 0–5. Caregiver required.

Our Time: Celebration

Saturday, October 28, 2–3:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

All are invited to drop in for a time of connection and festivity as the library celebrates inclusion through activities, crafts and tools that help serve youth with disabilities. This celebratory event is aimed towards families of youth with disabilities, those who are considering therapy services and service providers.

Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.

Family Art: Wow! Watercolor

Friday, October 13, 4–4:45 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Kids and their grownups can learn easy techniques to create beautiful artwork together. Dress for a mess. Ages 4 years–kindergarten. Caregiver required.

Parents’ Book Discussion: How to Talk So Little Kids Will Listen

Tuesday, October 24, 8–9 p.m. / Zoom

Hop onto Zoom for an after-bedtime book discussion with fellow parents and caregivers of young children, discussing How to Talk So Little Kids Will Listen: A Survival Guide to Life with Children Ages 2-7 by Joanna Faber and Julie King.

For caregivers of kids ages 2–7.

storytime

Weekly storytimes will meet in the Cardinal Room near the Dunton Street entrance while the Lindsey Room is getting refreshed this fall. DAY-OF TICKETS will be distributed on a firstcome, first-served basis to Arlington Heights cardholders before storytime begins. Caregiver attendance and supervision is required in all storytimes.

Kids’ Playgroup

10–11:30 a.m. / Kids’ World

Drop in on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays when morning storytimes are scheduled. Check the online calendar daily for department closures or canceled Kids’ Playgroup due to construction work.

Ages 0–5. Caregiver required.

Hispanic Heritage Month Bilingual Storytime

Friday, October 13, 9:30–10 a.m.

Cardinal Room

All are welcome to listen to stories and songs in both English and Spanish as the library celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month.

Todos son bienvenidos a escuchar historias y canciones tanto en inglés como en español mientras celebramos el Mes de la Herencia Hispana.

Ages 3–4. Caregiver required.

Sensory Storytime

Tuesday, October 17, 2:30–3 p.m. and 3:30–4 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Visit the library for stories, songs and gentle sensory experiences for kids of all abilities. Siblings welcome. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.

Ages 3–8. Caregiver required.

kids’ time

Mondays, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

Cardinal Room

Ages 3–6. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

baby time

Wednesdays, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

Cardinal Room

Infants 0–18 months. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

wednesday fun night

Wednesdays, 6:30–7 p.m.

Cardinal Room

The whole family is welcome to attend this fun evening program that offers a variety of experiences: yoga, block building, bedtime stories and more.

Ages 0–6. Caregiver required.

toddler time

Thursdays, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

Cardinal Room

Ages 19–35 months. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

family time

Saturdays, 10 a.m. / Cardinal Room

Ages 0–6. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

KIDS

Read and grow.

PLEASE NOTE: Exciting updates are happening in Kids’ World this fall. This work will be completed in phases, and some programs may be moved to other rooms in the library or canceled due to construction. Please check the library’s Stay Informed page online for up-todate information about Kids’ World services and programs at ahml.info/StayInformed

Info Experts

Monday, October 2, 6–7 p.m. / Zoom

Can’t find a print resource for a school project? Want to wow your friends and family with a new recipe? Hoping to become a trivia master? Learn tips and tricks for navigating databases and ace all your learning this semester.

Grades 2–8. Caregivers are welcome to attend.

Boredom Busters

Friday October 6, 4:15–5:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Drop in for in for a variety of games and crafts. Caregiver supervision required.

Ages 3–10.

Globetrotters: Belarus

Thursday, October 12, 4:15–5:15 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Get to know a new country every month by singing songs, playing games and making crafts. This month, learn about the European nation of Belarus.

Grades 2–3.

LEGO® Club

Friday, October 13, 12:30–2 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Calling all Master Builders. Toss those instructions aside and let your imagination soar. Drop in and challenge yourself by making incredible models using LEGO® bricks.

Ages 4 and up. Caregiver required.

Read 500: New aNd Improved!

It’s time to sign up for the library’s updated school year reading program for kids. From now through May, read for 20 minutes a day. Earn a sticker every time you log 500 minutes of reading. Collect three stickers to earn a free book! Each month, anyone who logs reading on Beanstack is automatically entered into a random prize drawing.

Grades K–3

Sign up at ahml.beanstack.org and pick up your log at the Kids’ World Desk. Grades K–3.

KIDS

Read and grow.

I Can Read

Sunday, October 15, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Kids’ World

Calling all beginning readers! Get your picture taken with a book you read all by yourself. Your photo will be displayed in the I Can Read area. Sign up and bring a book to read aloud to a librarian any time within the hour.

Grades K–2.

Food,

Family

and Folktales:

Conversation with Grace Lin

Tuesday October 17, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

See page 13.

Author Visit Watch Party

Tuesday, October 17, 7–8 p.m.

Cardinal Room

See page 13. Grades 3–8.

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Kids’ Crafternoon

Monday, October 16, 4–5 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Get ready for the spooky season by crafting at the library. Dress in something that can get messy.

Grades 1–3.

Meet the Author:

Jasmine Warga

Monday, November 6, 5:45–6:45 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Join us for a special visit from Jasmine Warga, the award-winning author of A Rover’s Story and Other Words for Home. She will share about her writing process and take questions from the audience. Book sales and signing will be available.

Grades K–8.

Building with Cubelets

Wednesday, October 18 4:30–5:15 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Learn some simple robotics using Cubelets Robot Blocks. Make a flashlight and alarm clock by putting Cubelets in the proper order.

Grades K–1.

PLEASE NOTE: Exciting updates are happening in Kids’ World this fall. This work will be completed in phases, and some programs may be moved to other rooms in the library or canceled due to construction. Please check the library’s Stay Informed page online for up-to-date information about Kids’ World services and programs at ahml.info/StayInformed

Food, Family and Folktales:

A Conversation with Grace Lin

Tuesday, October 17, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

Join Newberry and Caldecott honoree and New York Times bestselling illustrator Grace Lin to learn more about her journey to becoming an award-winning illustrator. Discuss her latest middle grade book, Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods and learn how you can draw your own stories. Presented in collaboration with Illinois Libraries Present.

Author Visit Watch Party

Tuesday, October 17, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Join fellow illustrators in the Cardinal Room to hear and draw along with Grace Lin during her virtual author visit.

Grades 3–8.

Info Experts

Monday, October 2, 6–7 p.m. / Zoom

See page 11 for information.

Tween Advisory Group (TAG)

Friday, October 6, 4:15–5:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Join like-minded tweens to work on service projects, plan programs and play games.

Grades 4–6.

Tween Maker Cart

Thursday, October 26, 4–4:45 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Use the library’s art and sewing supplies or tinker with a tech toy. Drop in.

Grades 4–6.

Starting October 1 / Kids’ World

Tween Halloween Interactive

Movie: Hotel Transylvania

Sunday, October 29, 1–2:45 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Come to an interactive movie matinee featuring the classic animated movie with prop bags, scripts and snacks.

Rated PG, 91 minutes. Grades 4–6.

Meet the Author: Jasmine Warga

Monday, November 6, 5:45–6:45 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

See page 12.

Grades K–8.

Create colorful fall décor using paint and a mini pumpkin. Pick up supplies at the Kids’ World Desk or request to pick them up at the drive-up window or bookmobile by contacting kids@ahml.info or 847-392-0100.

Grades 4–6.

TEENS

Meet up or try something new.

O T U

Wednesday, October 11

6–7:30 p.m. / Hub

Looking to gush about your favorite manga series? Want to discover new anime while working on fun crafts? Drop by this anime club to watch a new series each month of the club members’ choice.

Info Experts

Monday, October 2, 6–7 p.m. / Zoom

Learn tips and tricks for navigating databases and ace all your learning this semester. See page 11 for information.

Grades 2–8.

Friday Flicks

Fridays, October 6 and 13 and November 3

6–9 p.m. / Hub

Drop in, hang out and watch a movie on the big screen. Movie titles will be listed in the library’s online calendar in advance of each screening.

Grades 7–12.

College Knowledge: Practice SAT Exam

Saturday, October 7, noon–4:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Take a shot at the SAT at this practice exam. For testing accommodations, contact teens@ahml.info. Bring your graphing calculator and a sharp pencil. For high school students only.

Middle School Volunteer Panel (MVP)

Sunday, October 8, 1–2:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Join other 7th and 8th graders to discuss ways to help the library and the community. Grades 7–8.

MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLUNTEER PANEL

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Sunday, October 15, 1–2:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a high school volunteer group that involves service projects, making your voice heard at the library and having fun. Plan and prepare this year’s projects while earning service hours. Fill out an application to join TAB at ahml.info/teens/volunteer before attending your first meeting. Email Teen Services Librarian Alejandria Galarza at agalarza@ahml.info with questions. For high school students.

Dice Guild

Friday, October 20, 6–9 p.m. / Hub

Play tabletop roleplaying games with other teens. Dice Guild is a great intro to RPGs if you’ve never played. If you’re already a dedicated tabletop gamer, come and try new games or use the Hub for your regular meetups.

Grades 7–12.

Teen Culinary: Macarons

Tuesday, October 24, 4–5:30 p.m. Makerplace, 112 N. Dunton Ave. / Kitchen

Instructor Heather Booth will show you how it’s done, then you can try your hand at piping, filling and decorating macarons with your favorite Halloween candy flavors. Please note: Macarons are made with almond flour.

Arlington Heights cardholders only. Grades 7–12.

Teen Woodworking Workshop: String Art

Thursday, November 2, 4–5 p.m. / Hub

Get creative and repurpose wood into something new. All equipment provided.

Grades 7–12

Meet the Author: Jasmine Warga

Monday, November 6, 5:45–6:45 p.m. Hendrickson Room

See page 12. Grades K–8.

Teen Halloween Party

Friday, October 27 6–8:45 p.m. / Hub

TEEN Halloween Party

Friday, October 27, 6–8:45 p.m. / Hub

Show off your costumes, try some delicious treats, solve a murder mystery scavenger hunt, enjoy a spooky movie, play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and more.

Grades 7–12.

Show off your costumes, try some delicious treats, solve a murder mystery scavenger hunt, enjoy a spooky movie, play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and more.

Grades 7–12

ONE BOOK, ONE VILLAGE PROGRAMS

One Book, One Village (OBOV), now in its 10th year, invites the community to read the same book at the same time and share in the experience through related programming and book discussions.

See pages 4–6 for more information. Learn more about OBOV programs at ahml.info/onebook.

Jalimusa: An Epic Tale of Black Women’s Mothering

Tuesday, October 3, 7– 8:15 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Dr. Amira Millicent Davis will share a combination of performance and lecture celebrating Black women’s mothering, including songs and excerpts from her book Jalimusa These stories of historical Black women address issues such as representation, educational and maternal activism, aging, reproductive rights and spirituality.

Sound Opinions Presents: Civil Rights and the Sounds of Memphis

Thursday, October 5, 7–8:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Join music critics Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a live event celebrating the music which influenced The Two Lives of Sara. They’ll delve into music of the Civil Rights Movement and how the music of Memphis communicated the struggles, joys and hopes of the Black community at this critical time in American history.

DeRogatis and Kot are the hosts of Sound Opinions, which is distributed nationally by PRX. Sound Opinions can be heard on stations across the country and online at SoundOpinions.org.

Learning about Postpartum Depression

Tuesday, October 10, 7–8 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Nicole Lynch discusses the multitude of physical and emotional changes experienced during and after pregnancy, including anxiety, sadness, depression, panic, frustration and hopelessness. Explore the topic of postpartum depression, with a specific focus on the character Sara’s journey in the book, The Two Lives of Sara. Get insights into identifying signs and symptoms and guidance on accessing resources. Lynch is a nurse educator with a specialty in Maternal Child and Post Partum Mood Disorders.

Service Project: No–Sew Blankets

Thursday, October 12, 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Makerplace, 112 N. Belmont Ave.

Creative Arts Area

Create no-sew tie blankets for donation to Project Linus, an organization that strives to provide a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill or otherwise in need through the gift of handmade blankets.

All supplies provided. Ages 12 and up. Up to two family members per household. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

Recipe Box Painting & Recipe Swap

Tuesday, October 17, 7–8:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Celebrate your family story through food. Share your favorite family recipes with neighbors and personalize a recipe box to hold your recipe cards. All supplies provided.

Submit your recipes to programs@ahml.info or drop off a copy at the Second Floor Desk by Friday, October 6. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

Vinyl Listening Party

Sunday, October 29, 2–4 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

By the Time I Get to Memphis: King’s Last Year

Thursday, October 19, 7–8:15 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

As his career moved towards its conclusion, Martin Luther King Jr. refocused his work from the Civil Rights Movement’s narrow aims of its early days to a broader, more comprehensive attack on many aspects of America’s status quo. Learn how his pursuit of this made his life even more treacherous than before in this presentation by musician, historian and radio personality Clarence Goodman.

Wednesday Cinema: If Beale Street Could Talk

Wednesday, October 25, 1–3 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Black teen sweethearts Fonny and Tish are ripped apart when Fonny is wrongly arrested. While seeking justice for Fonny, a pregnant Tish relies on her Harlem community, including her sister, mother Sharon and future mother-in-law. Based on the book by James Baldwin.

Rated R; 119 minutes.

Black music sets the soundtrack for this year’s One Book, One Village selection, set in 1960s Memphis. Listen to key tracks from the book’s playlist, from Nina Simone and Big Mama Thornton to Sam Cooke and James Brown, plus selections of Civil Rights songs, Stax Records and more.

Bring your favorite records from the era to throw on the turntable and share.

ADULTS

Experience and discover.

Freedom to Read is the fundamental right to choose the ideas, information and cultural experiences that are right for you and your family. That right is guaranteed by the First Amendment of the United States Constitution. The American Library Association reported more book challenges in 2022 than any previous year. Join this live Banned Books Week event to learn how to effectively support intellectual freedom, examine the current state of book challenges and implications of censorship on communities. Chicago Tribune columnist Heidi Stevens will moderate a conversation with:

Alexi Giannoulias, Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian

Monica Harris, executive director, Reaching Across Illinois Library System

Jasmine Warga, author of challenged books; The Shape of Thunder and Other Words for Home

Jarrett Dapier, author of Jazz for Lunch, and freedom to read advocate

Co-hosted by multiple Chicago-area libraries.

Your Money: Top 10 Special Needs Financial Planning Tips

Tuesday, October 3, 7–8:30 p.m. Cardinal Room

Join Mike Walther, founder and president of Oak Wealth Advisors, to learn about financial planning and special needs planning for any family with a loved one with a disability.

Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.

Freedom to Read Pop-Up at the Farmers Market

Saturday October 7, 9–11 a.m. Farmers Market, North Vail Commuter Parking Lot

Learn about Banned Books Week and celebrate the freedom to read as staff and members of the public read passages from their favorite banned books.

Investing Made Simple

Tuesday, October 3, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

Financial educator Karen Chan will make stocks, bonds and mutual funds clear as she explains index funds and target date retirement funds, and how they can simplify your investing decisions.

Co-hosted by multiple Chicago-area libraries.

Heidi STEVENS

JARRET Dapier

Alexi Giannoulias

JASMINE WARGA

MONICA HARRIS

MONDAY, OCTOBER 2, 7–8 P.M. / ZOOM

Chills & Thrills with Stephen Graham Jones

Wednesday October 4, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

Stephen Graham Jones is the New York Times bestselling author of The Only Good Indians and Don’t Fear the Reaper. He has been a National Endowment of the Arts Fellow and recipient of several awards including the Ray Bradbury Award, the Bram Stoker Award and the Alex Award from the American Library Association. Illinois librarian and horror expert Becky Spratford will join Jones in conversation.

Presented in collaboration with Illinois Libraries Present.

Brain Health

Thursday, October 5, 1:30–3 p.m. Hendrickson Room

Learn how cognitive function is measured and discover how you might incorporate activities that research indicates may maintain or enhance your brain health.

Dr. Kristin R. Krueger is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist and a research scientist at Rush University Medical Center who studies lifestyle factors and cognitive function in older adults.

Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.

Sugar Skull Decorating

Classic Movie Monday: Psycho

Monday, October 9, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Hendrickson Room

One of the most shocking films of all time, Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho changed the thriller genre forever. An unsuspecting victim (Janet Leigh) visits the Bates Motel and falls prey to one of cinema’s most notorious psychopaths, Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins).

Rated R; 109 minutes.

Sugar Skull Decorating

Sunday, October 8, 1–3 p.m. Hendrickson Room

Make a traditional sugar skull while learning about the history and current customs of Día de Muertos from Sugar Skulls Xilotl.

All supplies provided. Space is limited. Ages 18 and up.

ADULTS Experience and discover.

The Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Products Road Show

Tuesday, October 10, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Visit the Low Vision Products Road Show to experience state-of-the-art technology with on-site staff from The Chicago Lighthouse and explore a variety of products, including CCTV magnifiers, portable reading devices, independent living aids, accessibility software and more. Test each product and receive training and advice from expert staff to discover the right tools to improve your quality of life.

Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.

Writer’s Ink

Wednesday, October 11, 7–9 p.m. / Zoom

Start the novel, short story or poem you always meant to write and join instructor Jacob Knabb for this facilitated meetup.

All skill levels and writing styles are welcome.

Dann & Raymond’s Movie Club: The Final Three

Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Dann & Raymond’s Movie Club is in the home stretch with only three more programs!

October 12: Best of the Best: Science Fiction Films

What are the “best of the best” speculative films? From the silent era to the modern age, pictures such as Metropolis, The Day the Earth Stood Still, and 2001: A Space Odyssey come to mind. Will Alien or Terminator make the cut? Find out as Daily Herald film critic Dann Gire and author/film historian Raymond Benson look to the skies, beings from other worlds, and maybe even travel through time.

Save the date for the final movie club events:

November 9:

Best of the Best: Human Drama Movies

December 14:

Dann & Raymond’s Desert Island Films

Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

Developing Retirement Income Strategies for Today’s Markets

Wednesday, October 11, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

Past National President of the Financial Planning Association, Ed Gjertsen II, CFP, will guide you through the various strategies and challenges of successfully navigating the important financial aspects of your retirement years.

Co-hosted by multiple Chicago-area libraries.

Friday, October 13, 7–8:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

Join fellow lovers of all things that go bump in the night as the library welcomes four Chicagoarea authors on Friday the 13th. Horror lover, organizer and teacher Nora Flanagan will lead a panel conversation with:

Maryse Meijer, author of Heartbreaker, Rag, Northwood and The Seventh Mansion

Juan Martinez, author of Extended Stay and the story collection, Best Worst American. His work has appeared in McSweeney’s, NIGHTMARE and NPR’s Selected Shorts.

Gus Moreno, fiction writer and author of This Thing Between Us

Cynthia Pelayo, Bram Stoker Award and International Latino Book Award winning author and poet. She is the author of Lotería, Santa Muerte, The Missing, Poems of My Night, Into the Forest and All the Way Through, Children of Chicago, Crime Scene and The Shoemaker’s Magician

Refreshments provided. Books for sale and signing courtesy of The Book Stall.

Sunday Musicale: Kaleidoscope Eyes

Sunday, October 15, 2–3:30 p.m. Hendrickson Room

Kaleidoscope Eyes is Chicago’s most funlovin’ Beatles band, performing acoustically with Beatles trademark harmonies second to none.

Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

Food, Family, and Folktales: A Conversation with Grace Lin

Tuesday October 17, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

See page 13 for more information. For middle grade readers and up, and adults.

ADULTS

Experience and discover.

Creative Aging: Art with Alayne

Watch the Art with Alayne Cassatt class on video and do this month’s project.

Then, join Alayne and fellow art students in a meet up to share your work inspired by the class, or get advice from Alayne to complete your project.

Visit ahml.info/virtual_art to watch this month’s video class and register for a meet up.

Art with Alayne Meet Ups

Tuesdays, October 17 or 24, or Friday, October 27 2:30–3:30 p.m. / Zoom

Meet up registrants will be notified by email when they can pick up their Create Kits with supplies at the drive-up window. All October Meet Ups cover the same project. Register for only one. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

Favorite Things: Bewitching Tales

Tuesday, October 17, 7–7:45 p.m. / Zoom

Join library staff as they discuss their favorite magical tales. Be it witches, warlocks, dragons or elves, these spellbinding titles will bewitch your to be read and watchlist this Halloween season. Share your own favorite titles in the discussion that follows.

Terry Savage Talks Money

Wednesday, October 18, 7–8:30 p.m. Zoom

Terry Savage is a nationally recognized expert on personal finance, the economy and the markets, with a presence on television, radio and newspapers, and author of several books. She’ll provide a reality check on the volatile economy, financial markets and personal finance topics. Q&A will follow.

Co-hosted by multiple Chicago-area libraries.

Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial Planning

Tuesday, October 24, 1:30–2:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

Join staff from the Alzheimer’s Association to learn tips on how to have honest and caring conversations with family members about going to the doctor, when to stop driving and making legal and financial plans. Q&A will follow.

Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.

Decorate the Veteran’s Tree

Wednesday, November 1, 6:30–8:30 p.m. / First Floor

Celebrate the Veteran in your life by creating an ornament for the library’s Veteran’s Tree, a communitycreated exhibit celebrating Arlington Heights’ Veterans and their families. Bring a copy of a photo of a Veteran to turn into an ornament to hang on the library’s tree for the month of November. Art supplies provided by the library.

The Veteran’s Tree will be on view from November 1–27 on the library’s first floor.

Organized in partnership with SALUTE, INC., a local nonprofit providing for the financial, physical and emotional needs of injured military service members, Veterans and their families.

Friday Film Fun: The Princess Bride Costume Party & Movie

Friday, October 27, 6–8:45 p.m. Hendrickson Room

The Princess Bride is a tale of true love and high adventure, with pirates, princesses, giants, miracles and an assortment of wild beasts, featuring an all-star cast.

Dress up as your favorite character and join the pre-show party with activities, crafts and a photo booth. The movie begins at 7 p.m.

Rated PG, 98 minutes. For ages 18 and up of all abilities. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.

Hair We Go: Types of Wigs and Wig Preparation

Saturday, October 28, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Hendrickson Room

Learn to look and feel fabulous in a wig. Erin Kennedy Lunsford, Head of Wig and Makeup Design & Technology for the Theatre School at DePaul University, will review different types of wigs and wig preparation and answer questions.

Contribute to the Library’s Tiny Art Show

Introducing the library’s first ever tiny art show. Make a beautiful masterpiece – the only limit is your imagination (and the canvas size).

Register beginning November 1 to receive a kit with your tiny canvas. Art will be displayed in the library’s display cases for the month of December. For artists of all ages. While supplies last.

Autumn Harvest

Saturday, October 7, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. North School Park

E. Eastman St. & N. Evergreen Ave.

Visit the bookmobile and learn about this year’s One Book, One Village community read program.

Farmer’s Market

Freedom to Read Pop-Up at the Farmer’s Market

Saturday, October 7, 9–11 a.m.

North Vail Commuter Parking Lot

Learn about Banned Books Week and celebrate the freedom to read as staff and members of the public read passages from their favorite banned books.

Annual Blessing of the Animals

Sunday, October 8, 2–4 p.m. St. Simon’s Episcopal Church 717 W. Kirchoff Rd.

Visit the bookmobile.

Saturday, October 14, 8 a.m.–noon, North Vail Commuter Parking Lot

Visit the bookmobile.

Hablemos Español (Let’s Speak Spanish)

Learn A Language At The Library

Parlons Français

Monday, October 2, 6–7 p.m. / Room H

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.

Italian Book Club

Tuesdays, October 10 and 24, 7–8 p.m. Zoom

Join a resident native speaker and grow your language abilities. All levels welcome.

Wednesdays, 7–8 p.m. / Room I / October 4, 11, 18, 25, November 1

If you’re a beginner or intermediate Italian language learner who has already had some exposure to basic grammar and vocabulary, you might enjoy reviewing and expanding what you’ve learned by reading stories in Italian.

Unlike typical book clubs, this group will be reading together in class with the teacher there to translate and explain the grammar in each sentence. The stories will be projected on the screen each week.

Arlington Heights Memorial Library

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE & LITERACY

Practice and learn.

Culture & Conversation

Mondays, 1-2 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Thursdays, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

Fridays, 1–2 p.m. / Zoom

Join other adult English language learners to talk about a new topic each week.

ESL Book Discussion: The Two Lives of Sara by Catherine Adel West

Tuesdays, October 3, 7–8 p.m. or October 17, 1–2 p.m.

ESL & Literacy Office or Zoom

Discussion questions are available in the ESL office or by emailing esl@ahml.info

English Language Review

Wednesdays, October 4, 18 and 25, 1–2 p.m. Zoom

Join other adult English language learners to study English. If you would like to attend in person, email ADuffey@ahml.info.

Tea & Talk

Wednesday, October 11, 1:30–3 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Improve your conversation skills at this monthly group.

For ESL adults; children welcome.

New Friends’ Network

Tuesday, October 17, 10–11 a.m.

Cardinal Room

An informal get–together for those new to the area. Refreshments will be provided.

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6:30–8:30 p.m. Cardinal

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Join us for some Halloween fun - wear a costume if you would like and bring your family! Plan to try some festive snacks, play a game, and enjoy other spooky activities.

BUSINESS & NONPROFIT

Start something big.

Small Business Coffee & Connect

Wednesday, October 4, 9–10:30 a.m. Hendrickson Room

Get connected with members of your local small business community. Every other month, drop in at this networking event to connect with other entrepreneurs and those in small businesses of all kinds to ask questions, share ideas, make connections and get inspired. Drop in.

Pathmakers Meetup

Providing the tools you need to accelerate your small business’ path towards success.

Thursday, October 19, 6:30–7:45 p.m. Makerplace, 112 N. Belmont Ave.

Flex Space 1

Connect with other makers, entrepreneurs, small business owners and library staff at the Makerplace, hone your business skills and learn about useful resources.

Bring your small business ideas, a project you’re working on or your creative inspirations. Pathmakers will meet once a month.

Intro to Library Business Resources

Tuesday, October 24, 1–2 p.m. / Zoom

Learn how to get the most out of the wide range of business resources available through the library.

Nonprofits: Start Telling Your Story Using Your Candid Profile

Wednesday, November 1, 1–2:30 p.m./Zoom

Learn what Candid is and how your nonprofit will benefit from claiming its free Candid profile and earn Seals of Transparency to amplify your nonprofit’s work and connect with potential supporters.

SCORE Business Mentoring Appointments available on request

From the idea and assessment stage to operations and growth, don’t do it alone. Sign up for a one-hour virtual or in-person session for one-on-one mentoring and you’ll receive actionable advice and support from a business expert. SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer business mentors, a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration.

CYBERSECURE MY BUSINESS

Thursday, November 2, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom

Cybersecurity is a critical issue for small businesses and nonprofits of all sizes. In today’s digital world, organizations are constantly under attack from hackers and other cyber criminals. Lisa Plaggemier from the National Cybersecurity Alliance will speak about effective practical steps you can take to protect your business.

Why pay when you can borrow? Check out all the great music your library has to offer!

Skip the monthly charge for Spotify and check out a variety of great music from the library! The library offers new music CDs featuring favorite artists such as Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Foo Fighters and more. If you don’t have a CD player, you can check out a portable one from the Library of Things Collection. It’s lightweight, rechargeable and provides up to 15 hours of play. You can even connect it to your car speaker.

If you want to stream songs for free, the library’s hoopla online downloadable service offers chart-topping music in a wide variety of genres, with everything from classical Beethoven to Kendrick Lamar to Daisy Jones & the Six’s soundtrack and more. All you need is a smart phone, tablet or computer and your library card to access hoopla. Albums are available instantly, so you don’t have to wait to discover new music or listen to your favorite songs. Learn more at ahml.info/borrow/ebooks

JOBS & CAREERS

Take the next step.

Job Seeking for People with Disabilities

Monday, October 30, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Are you or someone you know a job seeker with a disability? Garret Rosiek, MA, MBA, will share valuable information, from employment opportunities to workplace accommodations, and a list of potential employers and organizations to help you connect to the right job.

Rosiek brings 10 years of experience working with people with disabilities, teaching and coaching. His focus lies in positive employment outcomes and career coaching. American Sign Language interpretation services will be provided. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.

Resume Reviews Available

The library has gathered a team of resume experts to help you land your dream job:

Bruce Bennett is a LinkedIn trainer, career counselor and coach who helps job seekers and individuals reach their full potential. With over 20 years of experience in recruiting and managing operations, Bennett has a deep understanding of the job search process.

Laina Krisik, CPRW, is a career consultant, brand strategist and certified professional resume writer with a unique, personalized approach to coaching that is the trademark of her successful practice.

Expert resume reviewers are available free of charge to Arlington Heights cardholders. Daytime and evening sessions are available at ahml.info/form/schedule–an–appointment

GENEALOGY & LOCAL HISTORY

Discover your roots.

Genealogy Discussion Group

Monday, October 2, 6–7 p.m.

Shackley Room

Join fellow genealogy researchers in the Shackley Room and share your discoveries, swap techniques and collaborate on breaking through “brick walls.” Refreshments will be provided.

The Scarlet Poplar: Family History, Genealogy and Chicago Property Records

Friday, October 6, 7–8:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Travel with Sara King from Chicago to Memphis through historical records. Learn how to explore your own family history during the time of The Two Lives of Sara, including accessing property records, blueprints, building permits, city and telephone directories, maps and photographs for historical buildings similar to the Scarlet Poplar Boarding House. Presented as part of One Book, One Village. See pages 4–6 for more information. Learn more at ahml.info/onebook

Organizing Genealogy: Less Piles, Better Files

Tuesday, October 10, 7–8:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Get tips on organizing paper and computer files with color coding and learn how to organize heirlooms, photos, USB drives and presentation handouts. Presented by genealogist Jacqueline Schattner.

Swedish Genealogy

Wednesday, October 11, 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Zoom

Sign up for a 30–minute Zoom appointment with genealogist Kathy Meade to get help finding your Swedish ancestors.

The Butter Border: Illicit Margarine Trade in the 20th Century Chicago Suburbs

Monday, October 23, 7–8 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Learn about a bizarre and nearly forgotten local economy of margarine sold during its prohibition until 1973. From its wartime popularization to a capitol building scandal, learn about illicit “oleo huts.”

Maleficarum & Misfortune: Records and Resources for Tracing Accused Witches

Thursday, October 19, 7–8:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

For over two centuries, individuals accused of witchcraft did not live by the principle of “innocent until proven guilty” – and if you made it to trial, the law heavily presumed guilt. Legal documentation generated from these trials survive for modern-day genealogists.

Genealogist Debra Dudek will review witch trial records and resources for ancestors from England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland from 1500–1717.

PROGRAMS AT THE SENIOR CENTER

All in-person programs at the Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Some also offer the option to attend via Zoom. The library’s Senior Center Reading Room branch is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Film Discussion Circle

Tuesday, October 3, 1 p.m. Senior Center

Drop in for October’s film, Chocolat (2000), 121 minutes, Rated PG-13. A discussion led by library staff follows a free showing of the film.

Current Events Discussions

Thursdays, October 5, 12, 19 and 26, 10 a.m. Senior Center or Zoom Register by calling 847-870-3712.

Travelogues

Fridays, October 6, 13, 20 and 27, 10 a.m.

Senior Center

Drop in and enjoy travel movies and documentaries.

Computer Interest Group

Wednesday, October 11, 1–2 p.m.

Senior Center

Drop in to join a discussion of current technology, exchange tips, and offer advice for solving problems on PCs, tablets and smartphones. Novice and experienced users welcome.

CLASSES

Classes feature small class size and hands-on instruction. All classes are held in person at the Senior Center. Check for class openings and register online. Full schedule and class descriptions are available at ahml.info/senior/materials.

Senior Center Book Discussions

Books available in the Senior Center Reading Room. Register to meet in-person at the Senior Center or join on Zoom.

Popular Books: The Good Sister

by Sally Hepworth

Wednesday, October 11 10 a.m.

Senior Center or Zoom

SENIOR PHONE PROGRAMS

Modern Classics: Hester by Laurie

Lico Albanese

Monday, October 23 10 a.m.

Senior Center or Zoom

Join weekly phone discussions to listen to and discuss short stories or share reminisces of past events and experiences. No technology other than a phone is required. Contact Senior and Accessible Services at 847-870-3712 to learn more about these programs or to register.

SENIOR CENTER

BOOK DISCUSSIONS

Join the conversation.

Register to attend a book discussion. Stop by the Info Desk to pick up a copy of any of the books or contact us at 847-392-0100 to request a copy. Book discussion titles are also available as an eBook and eAudiobook.

FAVORITE THINGS: BEWITCHING TALES

Tuesday, October 17, 7–7:45 p.m. / Zoom

Be it witches, warlocks, dragons or elves, these spellbinding titles will bewitch your to be read and watchlist this Halloween season. Share your own favorite titles in the discussion that follows.

READ & REFLECT BOOK DISCUSSION

Shubeik Lubeik by Deena Mohamed

Monday, October 23, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room

The magical realism and fantastical setting of this graphic novel bring the complex and often overlooked problems of our society into sharper focus in a way that is unique to graphic storytelling. Read and reflect on how themes in Mohamed’s story resonate today and explore the value of truth in fiction.

PARENTS’ BOOK DISCUSSION

How To Talk So Little Kids Will Listen: A Survival Guide to Life with Children Ages

2-7 by Joanna Faber and Julie King

Tuesday, October 24, 8–9 p.m. / Zoom

See page 9.

The Two Lives of Sara by Catherine Adel West

Learn more about OBOV and its related programs, including an author visit by Catherine Adel West, at ahml.info/onebook.

ESL Book Discussion

Tuesdays, October 3, 7–8 p.m. or October 17, 1–2 p.m. ESL & Literacy Office or Zoom

Page Turners Book Discussion

Monday, October 9, 7–8 p.m. Cardinal Room

Daytime: Thursday, October 19 10–11 a.m. / Room H

BBQ Book Discussion

Sunday, October 22, 12:30–2 p.m.

Makerplace, 112 N. Belmont Ave.

Flex Space 1

Food helps bring us together as a community. Discuss this year’s OBOV book and sample a BBQ feast from Porky’s.

BOOK ME

Book Me! Personalized

reading or listening lists created just for you

Stumped on what to read next or looking to discover a new author or genre?

Arlington Heights resident Kathy Wolan, an avid consumer of eAudiobooks, has just two words for that –“Book Me!”

“I’ve used the library’s Book Me service four or more times over the past couple of years,” said Wolan, “and each time the staff and recommendations have been wonderful. They know I like a good story, and that’s what they’re finding for me.”

Finding books that a customer might not otherwise read, or know about, is at the heart of Book Me. This concierge service of sorts creates customized reading recommendations for customers based upon their input and preferences, and it’s easy to get started. Simply complete an online form at ahml.info/book-me, and our team of Readers Advisors will take it from there.

“Tell them what you like and why, and tell them what you don’t like and why,” said Wolan. “They then come up with wonderful titles. For me, it’s been 12 titles at a time, and they are always eAudiobooks, which I then borrow through hoopla or cloudLibrary.”

“I can always be listening,” Wolan continues. “When I go out for a walk, I listen. When I garden, I listen. I can listen to a book or story and do anything.”

The Book Me service is available for adults, kids, tweens and teens. Are you ready for Book Me? Get started at ahml.info/services/ readers_services

112 N. Belmont Avenue • ahml.info/makerplace

Discover the place where you can be a maker.

The Makerplace provides visitors ages 12 and up a unique opportunity for making and creating using the latest technology and equipment, along with flexible workspaces and a commercialgrade kitchen. All users must sign a waiver before using equipment or participating in Makerplace classes. Classes are for Arlington Heights cardholders only, unless otherwise noted. Registration begins at 9 a.m. on October 2.

HALLOWEEN COSTUME MAKING MEETUP

Thursday, October 5, 6–7:30 p.m. / Flex Space 1

Join a costume-making meetup to work on your Halloween costume, share your passion and collaborate with fellow makers. Bring a costume to work on and the Makerplace will provide a variety of equipment, including sewing machines, leather working tools, hand tools, hot glue stations and soldering stations for your costume-making needs.

Ages 12 and up. Drop-in; no library card required.

PUMPKIN PAINT POURING

Sunday, October 29 / Creative Arts Area

Sessions at 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. All sessions are the same.

You don’t have to be an expert to let your creativity flow in this paint pouring program; a fun and easy way to create a stunning piece of art.

Ages 12 and up.

MAKERPLACE HALLOWEEN THRIFTED ART

Tuesday, October 31, 6–7:30 p.m. / Creative Arts Area

Get in the Halloween spirit and transform works of art into a spooky scene.

Supplies provided by the library. Ages 18 and up.

ASSISTIVE TOOLS KIT DEMO

Sunday, October 1, 12:30–2 p.m.

Flex Space 2

Celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Assistive Tools Kit. The kit includes aids for daily living fabricated on 3D printers at the Makerplace. Drop in to learn how you can make and use these items and watch a 3D printing demo. Make it a family visit and receive a free tool accessory toy for a doll or action figure. Giveaway available for the first 20 guests.

Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. Drop-in; no library card required.

MAKERPLACE TOUR

Thursday, October 5, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Sunday, October 15, 12:30–1:30 p.m.

Flex Space 1

Join a member of the Makerplace staff on a guided tour through the many creative spaces in the Makerplace. Each tour will end with time for Q&A with staff who will help inspire your first (or next) project.

MINIATURES PAINTING WORKSHOP

Sunday, October 8, 1–2:30 p.m.

Creative Arts Area

Learn the basics of painting miniatures for D&D and other Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs). Painting supplies and TTRPG minis will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own minis and paint.

Ages 12 and up.

LASER CUTTING ESSENTIALS: ENGRAVE A COASTER

Tuesday, October 10, 6–7:30 p.m.

Flex Space 2

Learn to import a design file, add text and create simple shapes for engraving.

Ages 12 and up.

INTERMEDIATE CROCHET

Thursday, October 12, 6–7:30 p.m.

Creative Arts Area

Learn advanced stitches of double, half double and triple crochet; how to read a pattern, increasing and decreasing, color changes, and how to begin working in the round.

Required experience: Crocheting the chain, single crochet, and slip knot. Supplies provided by the library. Ages 18 and up.

CRICUT FOR CLOTHES

Tuesday, October 17, 6–7:30 p.m.

Flex Space 2

Learn how to customize your clothes with the Cricut. Work with Cricut Design Space and get hands-on experience with iron-on vinyl in this introductory class.

Ages 12 and up.

WET FELTING

Wednesday, October 18, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. or 2–3:30 p.m. / Creative Arts Area

Create an adorable ghost out of wool with this fun class. Join Natasha Lehrer Lewis as you learn how to transform fibers with this magical technique.

Ages 12 and up.

SEWING ESSENTIALS: SEW A TOTE BAG

Thursday, October 19, 1–2:30 p.m. / Sewing and Quilting Room

Learn the basics of threading, operating and troubleshooting on sewing machines.

Ages 12 and up.

“INSPIRED BY” ART NIGHT

Wednesday, October 25, 6–7:30 p.m.

Creative Arts Area

Create art inspired by famous artists and art styles and chat with your neighbors. Supplies provided by the library. Ages 18 and up.

ENGLISH PAPER PIECING: QUILTING ON THE GO

Thursday, October 26, 6–7:30 p.m.

Creative Arts Area

English Paper Piecing is a traditional method of hand sewing pieces together that hold their shape by being secured to paper pieces. Learn this technique, create a small embellishment with your pieces, and get started on your quilting journey in this introductory class.

Ages 18 and up.

CRAFT SWAP

Gather all the extra craft supplies that are cluttering your house and drop them off at the Makerplace starting November 1 for a craft swap. Visit ahml.info for more information. Those who make a donation will receive a ticket for early entry to a craft swap event on November 19. You do not have to make a donation to attend. All items are free.

MAKERPLACE CULINARY CLASSES

Arlington Heights library card required. Limit one culinary class every month, per cardholder. Registration for culinary classes begins at 9 a.m. October 2. Culinary program attendees are selected monthly through a lottery system unless otherwise noted. The lottery will remain open for 24 hours, after which individuals will be chosen at random and notified by email on the third of each month.

All classes take place in the Makerplace Kitchen, unless otherwise noted. Please note: The Makerplace Kitchen is not a nut–free, gluten–free or other allergy–free environment.

APPLE PIE WITH ANDREA PRACHT

Saturday, October 14 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 2–4 p.m.

Andrea Pracht of My Kitchen Clatter will teach you how to successfully create, roll and bake pie pastry. Learn how to perfectly produce apple pie filling seasoned with just the right amount of spice.

Ages 18 and up.

TEEN CULINARY: MACARONS

Tuesday, October 24, 4–5:30 p.m.

POLISH FAVORITES

Saturday, October 21

10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 2–4 p.m.

Learn to make two Polish favorites in this class with Chef Kristyn of Mealtime Memories. Lots of dough and lots of fillings will make for a scrumptious time.

Ages 18 and up.

Try your hand at piping, filling, and decorating macarons with your favorite Halloween candy flavors. Create your own signature combo at this baking demonstration and hands-on lesson and take home a sampler box of macarons to share. Please note: Macarons are made with almond flour. There is no lottery for this program. Grades 7–12.

CHEF’S CHOICE WITH CHEF GRACE

Saturday, October 28

noon–1:30 p.m. and 3–4:30 p.m.

Chef Grace Goudie of Scratchboard Kitchen returns to the Makerplace with a culinary treat of her choice. She brings her signature composed, but not complicated recipes to your kitchen.

Ages 18 and up.

TALK AND TASTE

Sunday, October 29, 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Join the Makerplace’s Chef Brian at this drop-in program to engage with a professional chef and ask culinary questions. Chef Brian may demonstrate cooking techniques with sample dishes or share exclusive recipes.

Ages 18 and up.

MAGIC MACARONS

Thursday, November 2, 2–4 p.m.

Kristen Ryan of Meringue Chicago debuts in the kitchen to guide you through the basics of making, piping and filling macarons. Please note: Macarons are made with almond flour.

Ages 18 and up.

MAC AND CHEESE

Saturday, November 4, noon–2 p.m.

Join the Makerplace’s Chef Brian as he teaches you to create the ultimate comfort food: delicious, creamy macaroni and cheese from scratch. Learn some basic culinary techniques, such as mis en place, making a roux and creating a Bechamel sauce.

Ages 18 and up.

ONE BOOK, ONE VILLAGE CULINARY PROGRAMS WITH CHEF JAMIE GILMORE

One

2023

Learn how to make these Southern classics. Chef Jamie Gilmore is the chef and owner of Lizzy J corporation, has appeared on Food Network’s Supermarket Stakeout, and has been featured in Chicago Eater and Breakfast with Ina

Ages 18 and up.

SHRIMP AND GRITS

Wednesday, October 11, 2–4p.m. or 5:30–7:30 p.m.

CHICKEN AND WAFFLES

Tuesday-Thursday: 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday: noon-5 p.m.

Monday & Friday: Closed

FRIENDS & FOUNDATION

Support the library.

Creating the Gift of Comfort

New Foundation Fundraiser

Join the Arlington Heights Memorial Library Foundation at the library’s Makerplace for a creative and relaxing evening where each guest will make and take home an herbal heat pack, a trio of herbal bath tea bags and ideas for gift wrapping. The heat pack and herbal tub tea bags are suitable for gift-giving. Instructions and materials will be provided, along with hot cider and treats to make this a cozy event. Sewing skills are helpful, but not necessary.

Seating is limited to 24 and registration is open September 28 through October 12 at ahmlfoundation.org/comfort

Creating the Gift of Comfort

October 13, 6–8 p.m. / Makerplace, 112 N. Belmont Ave.

Fundraiser tickets: $75 – Funds less the cost of materials will be considered a donation to the AHML Foundation.

The Arlington Heights Memorial Library Foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization that provides support to the library by securing and managing donations from individuals, businesses and foundations to support the library above and beyond what public funding provides.

Donors are listed on the Foundation’s web page; ahmlfoundation.org/donors

Visit the Foundation website at ahmlfoundation.org/donate, where a drop-down menu lets you select what you want your donation to support, or send a check to:

AHML Foundation c/o Treasurer

500 N. Dunton Avenue

Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Book Sales are Coming: Save the Date

November 4 and 5: Fall Used Book Sale

December 2 and 3: Holiday Sale

Friends of the Library Donations Accepted

Mondays, 10 a.m.– 7 p.m.

Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

The Friends accept good-quality donations of books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks and records for adults and children. To contact the Friends or make an appointment, call 847–506–2663 or email friends@ahml.info and include your name, email, phone and a description of the donation.

Basic Computer Skills

Wednesday, October 4, 10–11:30 a.m.

Learn the components of a window, how to use a mouse, and open and close files.

Using Your Mac: Basics

Wednesday, October 4, 1:30–3 p.m.

Learn all about the Mac operating system, from the keyboard and your Apple ID, to launching apps, organizing files and changing settings.

Excel: Basics

Thursday, October 5, 10–11:30 a.m.

Learn about spreadsheets and how to move within them and the basics of Excel including rows, columns, tabs and more.

Beginners’ Internet

Thursday, October 5, 1:30–3 p.m.

Learn to use a web browser to surf the internet and find reliable, useful and fun information.

Beginning Computing with Windows 11

Friday, October 6, 10–11:30 a.m.

Learn how to launch programs; create, rename and delete files as well as folders; organize your desktop and more.

CLASSES

PowerPoint: Basics

Monday, October 9, 7–8:30 p.m.

This class covers the basics for developing an interesting presentation.

Design It: Spooky Sublimation

Tuesdays, October 10 and 17, 7–8:30 p.m.

Use Adobe Illustrator in the Training Center at the library to create a spooky design for the Halloween season. You will print your design onto a tote bag at the Makerplace the following week.

How to Use Your iPad/iPhone

Wednesday, October 11, 10–11:30 a.m.

Learn to use your device’s settings, apps, web browser and much more. Bring your iPad or iPhone if you have one.

Word: Basics

Wednesday, October 11, 1:30–3 p.m.

This class will introduce you to the essentials, the File and Home tabs and how to change words on the page.

Excel: Intermediate

Thursday, October 12, 10–11:30 a.m.

Learn about charts and graphs as well as some commonly used functions for working with data.

All in-person tech classes are held in the Training Center, unless otherwise noted. Register for Tech Classes starting October 1. More information available at ahml.info.

How to Use Your Android Device

Friday, October 13, 1:30–3 p.m.

Learn how to install apps, manage your device settings and more. Bring your Android device if you have one.

NEW! Pixlr X: Beginners’ Photo Editing

Friday, October 13, 7–8:30 p.m.

Learn how to use this free web-based photo editor and its user-friendly interface to crop, blur, remove backgrounds, blend images and use templates to design social media posts.

Make a Photo Slideshow with iMovie

Monday, October 16, 1:30–3 p.m.

Learn how you can use iMovie on your Mac computer or mobile device to turn existing photos into a movie you can share with your friends and family.

PowerPoint: Intermediate

Monday, October 16, 7–8:30 p.m.

Take your PowerPoint skills to the next level; learn how to enhance your presentations with creative effects.

How to Use Your iPad/iPhone’s Apps

Wednesday, October 18, 10–11:30 a.m.

Explore in-depth many of the default apps available on your iPad or iPhone. Bring your device if you have one.

Using Apple’s iCloud

Wednesday, October 18, 1:30–3 p.m.

Learn the ins and outs of iCloud and work seamlessly between your iPhone, iPad and Mac computer with synchronized contacts, calendars and more.

Digitize It: Reel to Reel Film

Wednesday, October 18, 7–8 p.m.

Learn how to digitize your 8mm and 16mm film reels and how you can utilize equipment and software in the library’s Studio.

Excel:

Charts and Graphs

Thursday, October 19, 11 a.m.–noon

Take an in-depth look at how to use Excel to display data using charts and graphs.

NEW! Pixlr E: Intermediate Photo Editing

Thursday, October 19, 7–8:30 p.m.

Learn how to use this free web-based photo editor and its extended features for in-depth editing to fix photos, layer and blend images, add filters and more. Working knowledge of Pixlr X is recommended.

Digitize It: Audio and Slides/Photos

Friday, October 20, 11 a.m.–noon

Learn how to digitize your vinyl records, audio cassettes, 35mm slides and photos using specialized equipment and software in the library’s Studio.

PowerPoint: Transitions and Animations

Monday, October 23, 7–8 p.m.

Take an in-depth look at how to work with transitions and animations in your PowerPoint presentations.

Digitize It: VHS and 8mm Tapes

Tuesday, October 24, 2–3 p.m.

Learn how to digitize your VHS, 8mm, Hi8, VHS-C and Mini DV tapes using the equipment and software in the library’s Studio.

Cord Cutting 101: Exploring Cable Alternatives

Tuesday, October 24, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

Save hundreds of dollars annually by cutting your cable and phone cord. This program will explore cost-effective alternatives to cable (Netflix, Roku, Sling, Apple TV, hoopla, etc.) and traditional landline phones (mobile, Google Voice, etc.).

Word: Intermediate

Wednesday, October 25, 1:30–3 p.m.

Learn how to change margins, use bullet points, formatting, tables, templates and more.

Excel: Pivot Tables

Thursday, October 26, 11 a.m.–noon

Learn how to use pivot tables to sort, analyze and summarize data.

eBooks, eAudiobooks, Movies and More

Friday, October 27, 1:30–3 p.m.

Learn all about the free eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music and magazines you can access from home or on the go with your library card.

Arlington Heights Memorial

LIBRARY

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Meeting schedule: ahml.info/about/information

Amy Somary • President

847-506-2686 • asomary@ahml.info

Andi Ruhl • Vice President/Secretary 847-506-2684 • aruhl@ahml.info

Sarah Galla • Treasurer

847-506-2681 • sgalla@ahml.info

Trustees:

Jennifer Borrell

847-506-2680 • jborrell@ahml.info

Stacey Kelly

847-814-2551 • skelly@ahml.info

Carole Medal

847-506-2683 • cmedal@ahml.info

Greg Zyck

847-507-2336 • gzyck@ahml.info

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mike Driskell

EDITORIAL SUPERVISOR

April Harder

WRITERS

Pat Aichele

William Tolan

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Brian Benson

Colleen Mele

Stephanie Battista