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Registration
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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
Inclusion Awareness Month p. 4–5
Hispanic Heritage Month p. 6–7 Spotlight on the Collection p. 7
Families p. 8–9
Early Childhood p. 10
Kids p. 11
Tweens p. 12
Teens p. 13–14
Online Resources p. 15
One Book, One Village p. 16–18
Adults p. 19–22
English as a Second p. 23–24 Language & Literacy
Jobs & Careers p. 24
Business & Nonprofit p. 25
Genealogy & p. 26 Local History
Book Discussions p. 27
Makerplace p. 28–31
Tech Classes p. 32–33
Senior Center p. 34
Friends & Foundation p. 35
P Inclusion Awareness Month P Inclusion 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, highlights enhancements in accessibility and invites community feedback. Featured programming this month includes a celebration kickoff on Friday, October 4 with a Monster Mash dance party for adults presented in collaboration with Northwest Special Recreation Association, The Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Products Road Show on October 17 and Our Time Celebration: Active Sensory Fun on October 5.
With the community’s feedback and guidance, the library continues to improve accessibility. This year we added cane holders at service points, installed new desktop video magnifiers in the computer labs at the main library and the Senior Center, updated the overhead sound systems in the Lindsey and Hendrickson Rooms and enhanced accessibility features for the 24/7 Hold Pickup Lockers.
Based on customer feedback, three new items were added to the library’s Assistive Tools Kit. This kit can be checked out from the library and includes accessible aids for daily living fabricated on 3D printers at the Makerplace. Items in this kit are for people of all ages and can be altered by size and color to give the user flexibility for the devices to be a fit for them. The items added were a beverage can opener, a pull-tab tin can opener and a smartphone magnification stand.
The library also completed an update to Kids’ World that included adding an all-gender bathroom and a Wellness Room, which offers a quiet space for nursing parents and for anyone who may need a calming space during their visit to Kids’ World.
New items such as a cube chair and LEGO® braille bricks were added to the library’s Accessibility Support Collection, a collection of print materials, therapeutic toys and tools made possible by C.I.T.Y. of Support. The collection allows families and therapists to test out items and equipment to see if it’s a good fit before purchasing them. Some of the more popular items to circulate in this collection include fun tubes, a Feed-The-Monkey fine motor game and a balance board.
Our commitment to inclusion is ongoing, and we want to hear from you! To tell us more about your needs and ideas, contact us via comment cards available in the library, at ahml.info/contact, call us at 847-870-3712 or email us at accessibility@ahml.info
Inclusion Awareness Month Programs
October 1 Learn About Illinois ABLE
October 4 Monster Mash Costume Party
October 5 Our Time Celebration: Active Sensory Fun
October 8 Our Time: Developmental Playgroup
October 17 The Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Products Road Show
October 20 Assistive Tools Kit Demo
October 22 Favorite Things: Celebrating Inclusion Awareness Month
October 25 Resource Hour: Village of Arlington Heights Social Worker & Disability Services
October 25 Accessible Kitchen Tech
Heritage Month Hispanic
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. For more information and related resources, visit ahml.info/hispanicheritage (English) or ahml.info/herenciahispana (Español).
Small Business Coffee & Connect Presents:
El Cafecito
Tuesday, October 1, 9–10:30 a.m.
Hendrickson Room
Drop in to this bi-monthly networking event to connect with entrepreneurs and those in small business to ask questions, share ideas, make connections and get inspired. Co-sponsored this month by Northwest Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Tween DIY Kit: Alebrijes
Starting October 1 / Kids’ World Alebrijes are colorful Mexican folk art that combine features of real and imaginary animals. Make your own fantastical creature using air dry clay. Pick up supplies at the Kids’ World Desk or request to pick up at the drive-up window or bookmobile by contacting kids@ahml.info or 847-392-0100.
For kids grades 4–6.
Salsa & Merengue Class and Social Dance
Thursday, October 3, 6–8 p.m. Hendrickson Room
Feel the beat and learn the steps with expert local instructors from Studio Viva. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, this class is for everyone. After the class, enjoy delicious refreshments and snacks from Latin America, then hit the dance floor to show off your new moves.
Hablemos Español (Let’s Speak Spanish)
Mondays, October 7 and 21, 6–7 p.m. Conference Room H
Learn, practice and enjoy the Spanish language in this conversation club to help you improve and practice your Spanish at the library. Meet other Spanish learners and speakers in your community and enhance your skills. All skill levels welcome.
Being Imperfect with Erika Sánchez
Wednesday, October 9, 7–8 p.m.
Zoom
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Illinois Libraries
Present and Erika Sánchez, awardwinning author of I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter. She will be joined in conversation by Cynthia Pelayo.
Día de los Muertos
Celebration
Saturday, November 2, 1–3 p.m. Throughout the library
Enjoy activities for all ages and learn about the traditional Mexican Day of the Dead.
Hispanic Heritage Month Booklists
SPOTLIGHT ON THE COLLECTION
Spotlight On Spanish Books
Did you know that the library has books in Spanish? Our adult collection includes a wide variety of titles for adults and teens, including cookbooks, biographies, original fiction and translations of bestsellers by popular authors like Colleen Hoover and Holly Jackson. In Kids’ World, you will find lots of picture books—some with text in both Spanish and English—as well as fiction and nonfiction titles for older children.
Is there a book you would like to read in Spanish that we don’t own? We welcome your requests via our “Suggest a Purchase” form located under the “Borrow” section of our website at ahml.info or ask a staff member for help.
¡TENEMOS LIBROS EN ESPAÑOL!
¿Sabías que la biblioteca tiene libros en español? Nuestra colección para adultos incluye una gran variedad de títulos para adultos y adolescentes, como libros de cocina, biografías, ficción original y traducciones de éxitos de ventas de autores populares como Colleen Hoover y Holly Jackson. En nuestra sección de Niños, también encontrarás muchos libros ilustrados—algunos con texto tanto en español como en inglés—así como títulos de ficción y no ficción para niños de todas las edades.
¿Hay algún libro que te gustaría leer en español y que aun no tenemos en la biblioteca? Agradecemos tus sugerencias y solicitudes a través de nuestro formulario “Sugerir una compra” que se encuentra bajo la pestaña de “Pedir Prestado” en nuestro sitio web, o también puedes hablar con un miembro del personal para obtener ayuda.
FAMILIES
Do something fun together.
Closing the Gap: A Parent’s Guide to Reading Development
Tuesday, October 15, 6–7 p.m. / Lindsey Room
Prepare for parent-teacher conferences and learn how you can help close the “pandemic reading gap.” Local literacy expert Barb Fitzsimons will provide helpful tips for book selection, strategies for helping your child when they get stuck and ideas for how to support reluctant readers, followed by Q&A.
For caregivers with children ages 0–grade 3.
Homeschool Hangout
Monday, October 14, 1–2:30 p.m.
Cardinal Room
Join us for hands-on activities and the chance to meet other homeschoolers. Drop in.
First-Time Parents’ Meetup
Tuesday, October 15, 10–11 a.m.
Lindsey Room
Make connections with other new parents at this support group. Village of Arlington Heights Community Health Nurse Michelle Finn will facilitate conversations and share child development resources.
For first-time parents with infants ages 0-6 months. Drop in.
Workshops Learn Play, and
Sensory Play Sunday
Sunday, November 3, 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Lindsey Room
Drop in with your little ones for a fun and engaging fall-themed sensory play date! Engage in open-ended sensory play through a variety of stations that offer the opportunity to learn and stimulate the senses. Ages 1–6 years; siblings welcome. Caregiver required. Drop in.
Giant Board Games
Monday, November 4, 1–2:30 p.m. Hendrickson Room
Spend this day off from school playing giant board games with your friends and family! Ages 4 and up. Caregiver required. Drop in.
Fridays, 9:30–11 a.m. October 4–November 1 Hendrickson Room 5 Fridays at 9:30
Meet and play with other families and learn about child development topics from community specialists. Part of the Family Place Library initiative. Register for the first session and you will be registered for the whole series. For caregivers with children ages 0–3; siblings up to age 5 are welcome.
Teddy Bear ElectiOn
Vote for your favorite Teddy Bear in Kids’ World! Election season is here, and Kids’ World has two furry candidates running for Favorite Teddy Bear: Winnie the Pooh and Corduroy.
Winnie the Pooh, well known for his circle of friends, is a fun loving, jolly bear who guarantees a honey pot in every home if he wins!
Corduroy, dressed in his green corduroy overalls with a missing button, loves to go on late night adventures to find a fur-ever home and promises “Buttons for All” if he is our winner!
Cast your vote at the Kids’ World Desk starting October 22 through November 5 at 7:30 p.m. Mail-in voting is not available at this location. Limit one vote per person. Winning candidate announced Wednesday, November 6 with a Family Fun activity in
COrdurOy POOH
The Library in the Community
Don’t miss us as we make our way around town for upcoming community events and festivals.
Autumn Harvest
Saturday, October 5, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. North School Park N. Arlington Heights Rd. & E. Eastman St.
Annual Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 6, 2–4 p.m. St. Simon’s Episcopal Church, 717 W. Kirchoff Rd.
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Play and learn.
kids’ time
Mondays, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.
Ages 3–6. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
baby time
Wednesdays, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.
Please note, Baby Time is canceled on Wednesday, October 23. Halloween Fun starts at 10 a.m. See page 11.
All storytimes are held weekly in the Lindsey Room
DAY-OF TICKETS are required, given on a first-come, first-served basis at the Kids’ World Desk before storytime begins. Unless noted, for Arlington Heights cardholders only.
Saturday, October 5, 10:30 a.m.–noon / Hendrickson Room
All are invited to drop in for a time of active sensory fun, connection and festivity, as we celebrate inclusion through mobile activities, crafts and tools that help serve youth with disabilities. Laura Kowalski of Hop Along Yogi Kids Yoga will lead the group in a 30-minute movement session. This celebratory event is aimed towards families of youth with disabilities, those who are considering therapy services and service providers. Drop in.
Our Time: Developmental Playgroup
Tuesday, October 8, 10–11 a.m. / Lindsey Room
An inclusive playgroup for children who receive or are considering therapy services. Facilitated by Julie Kander, C.I.T.Y. of Support.
Ages 0–5. Siblings welcome. Caregiver required. Drop in.
KIDS Read and grow.
LEGO® Club
Thursday, October 3, 10–11:30 a.m.
Hendrickson Room
Use your imagination to make unique models with the library’s LEGO® bricks. Ages 4 and up. Caregiver required. Drop in.
Globetrotters: Morocco
Thursday, October 10, 4:15–5:15 p.m.
Lindsey Room
Get to know a new country by singing songs, playing games and making crafts.
Grades 2–3.
Boredom Busters
Friday, October 11, 4:15–5:30 p.m.
Lindsey Room
Use the Kids’ Tinker Cart to make the project of your dreams.
Grades K–5. Caregiver required. Drop in.
Read for the Record
Thursday, October 24, 4–4:45 p.m.
Lindsey Room
Join two million people across the globe to break the world record for the most people to read the same book on the same day! Come to this special storytime to read Piper Chen Sings by Hamilton star Phillipa Soo. Ages 3–grade 3. Caregiver required.
Chess Club
Sunday, October 27, 1–2:15 p.m.
Lindsey Room
Learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome.
Age 6–grade 6.
I Can Read to a Dog
Sunday, October 27, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Lindsey Room
Trained volunteers and certified therapy dogs will visit from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy. Bring familiar books to read aloud to a therapy dog for 15 minutes.
Grades K–2.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23
KIDS’ WORLD AGES 0–4: 10 a.m.–Noon AGE 5–GRADE 3: 4–5:30 p.m.
Put on your costume and join us for some Halloween fun! Activities will include crafts, games and more. Drop in.
TWEENS
Create and explore.
Tween DIY Kit: Alebrijes
Starting October 1 / Kids’ World
Alebrijes are colorful Mexican folk art that combine features of real and imaginary animals. Make your own fantastical creature using air dry clay. Pick up supplies at the Kids’ World Desk or request to pick up at the drive-up window or bookmobile by contacting kids@ahml.info or 847-392-0100.
Grades 4–6.
Tween Advisory Group (TAG)
Friday, October 11, 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.
Raise Your Voice with Jason Reynolds
Tuesday, October 22, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
See page 14.
Be Internet Awesome
Wednesday, October 23, 6:15–7:15 p.m.
Training Center
Learn how to share with care and protect your privacy so you can be internet awesome. Play a game and discuss scenarios to sharpen your digital safety and citizenship skills. Grades 4–6.
Chess Club
Sunday, October 27, 1–2:15 p.m.
Lindsey Room
See page 11.
A Haunting on the Rails: Escape Room for Tweens
Tuesday, October 29, 4:15–5 p.m.
Cardinal Room
Something is haunting the rails in Arlington Heights. Uncover the mystery and stop the spooky. Can you solve this eerie escape room inspired by local history? Grades 4–6.
Giant Board Games
Monday, November 4, 1-2:30 p.m.
Hendrickson Room
See page 8.
Books n’ Bites: It Found Us by Lindsay Currie
Wednesday, October 30, 4:15–5:30 p.m. / Lindsey Room
Twelve-year-old Hazel Woods is used to sleuthing and solving mysteries, but she’s never had a case this important before. Her brother’s best friend Everett disappeared and eerie things have been happening ever since. She’ll have to piece together the clues to save Everett before it’s too late. Join our tween book club for a spooky afternoon of discussion, activities and snacks. Pick up a copy of the book at the Kids’ World Desk. Grades 4–6.
New Databases Help
with Financial Education, Test & Career Prep, Legal Forms, Science and More
The library has recently added many new databases, covering a wide range of interests. Here are some of the highlights:
FinancialFit
Short, easy-to-understand personal finance lessons, videos and interactive tools that empower you to make informed financial decisions and achieve your financial goals. Great for teens and adults. Use it with the Financial Literacy Tools tab in Weiss Financial Ratings Series.
LearningExpress Library
Interactive tutorials, practice tests, eBooks, flashcards and articles for academic skill-building, standardized test preparation, career development, resume creation and more. Use along with Peterson’s Test Prep.
Read It (English Language Learning)
For middle and high school students and adults who have a basic foundation in English grammar and reading but need adapted reading material for a variety of subjects.
Small Business Source
Top consumer small business reference books, as well as tools to understand and address a wide variety of small business topics. Includes business videos, case studies, help and advice, a start-up kit and tips for writing business plans.
Home Improvement Source
User-friendly “how-to” information covering a variety of do-it-yourself home improvement and repair projects.
Legal Information Source
Designed to assist the general public in legal matters. Full text for many top consumer legal reference books and thousands of legal forms from Nolo Press. Use this with Gale Legal Forms, Nexis Uni and Westlaw.
Science Reference Source
Hundreds of science magazines, journals, reference books and high-quality videos, as well as science experiments, images and curriculum-aligned lesson plans.
Find these databases and much more at ahml.info/research/databases or under Research > Databases > All Databases on our menus.
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact us.
TEENS
Meet up or try something new.
Being Imperfect with Erika Sánchez
Wednesday, October 9, 7-8 p.m. / Zoom
See page 7.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Fridays, 4–7 p.m. / Cardinal Room
October 11: Dungeon Dash
November 1: Harvest
Beginners are welcome at these short Dungeons & Dragons one-shot programs. Pre-generated characters and materials provided or feel free to bring your own.
Grades 7–12.
Teens Make: Glow in the Dark Totes
Wednesday, October 16, 4–5:30 p.m.
Makerplace, 112 N. Belmont Ave.
Creative Arts Area
Spooktober = Glow in the dark vibes. Learn to use Cricut design space and a heat press, then enhance your tote bag vinyl design with neon paint.
Grades 7–12. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
Raise Your Voice with Jason Reynolds
Tuesday, October 22, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
Hear from Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature.
This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events.
Escape Room for Teens
Tuesday, October 29, 5:15–6 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Something is haunting the rails in Arlington Heights. Uncover the mystery and stop the spooky. Can you solve this eerie escape room inspired by local history?
Grades 7–12
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) & Middle School Volunteer Panel (MVP)
Sunday, October 20, 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. Middle School Volunteer Panel (MVP) is 7th and 8th graders getting involved to help the library and the community while earning service hours. This month we will be joining forces to make blankets and toys for a local foster pet organization.
Grades 7–12. Drop in.
Friday Flicks: Beetlejuice
Friday, October 25, 6–9 p.m. / Hub
Rated PG, 92 minutes. Closed captioned.
Grades 7–12. Drop in.
Middle School Volunteer Panel (MVP)
Sunday, November 3, 1–2 p.m.
Cardinal Room
Join your fellow middle schoolers to discuss ways to help the library and the community while earning service hours. For grades 7–8. Fill out an application at ahml.info/teens/volunteer before attending. Email Teen Services at teens@ ahml.info with questions.
Talking about death and living life one café at a time
“A discussion of death is always a discussion of life.”
- Rebekka James, certified life-cycle celebrant, caregiver and Death Café facilitator
Fiction often mimics life. In this fall’s One Book, One Village title, The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer, the main character, Clover, frequents a Death Café at her local public library to share with others her thoughts and feelings about death. The Arlington Heights Memorial Library also hosts Death Cafés and if these programs had a so-called leading person, it would be Rebekka James.
JAMES
James facilitates the library’s Death Cafés. It’s a role she has had since 2019 when the library held its first Death Café and introduced the concept and death positive movement to the Arlington Heights community. Since then, the library has hosted some 20 Death Café programs. The average group size is 10 to 12 people, typically all strangers coming together to talk about death. At the helm and heart of every one of these thoughtful discussions about death has been James.
On October 24, James will join the library’s One Book, One Village author live in conversation in the library’s Hendrickson Room. The two will share insights on Clover and how taking risks and talking about death may just lead us to live a more full and beautiful life. Here is a preview.
From your professional lens, what do you think of the book?
“It is wonderful! I love all the themes the author weaves together. Mikki Brammer did a beautiful job of creating a story about death and life that hits many light notes, is accessible, and is also stocked with likeable characters. The protagonist has the unique job of death doula. Death doulas often attend cafés, and I’ve learned about their beautiful, nuanced work with the dying and their presence in support of the families. It’s a deeply meaningful and needed role. And it sparks a lot of interest for those contemplating this chapter in their own lives or with loved ones.”
READ THE BOOK. JOIN THE CONVERSATION.
Read the book Arlington Heights is talking about - The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer - and get inspired to live a beautiful life as One Book, One Village (OBOV) returns for the eleventh season! OBOV invites the community to read the same book at the same time and share in the experience through related programs and book discussions. Learn more at ahml.info/onebook.
Book One Village
One 2024
What drives people’s curiosity around the death positive movement?
“There is a common phrase heard in the death positive movement, ‘Death is the last taboo subject.’ I think death actually isn’t a taboo subject! It feels like one because most of us harbor fears around this big, unknown mystery. What people often discover is that being open about death shows us something about the way we live and lets us question how we want to live. Sharing thoughts and feelings about mortality can lead to positive discovery, new direction, even changes in outlook.”
What
do you hope people learn from the main character Clover?
“Clover has her own journey and evolution throughout this story. She’s a little bit of an introvert and likes to be alone. There is a recurring theme of vulnerability in the book, which a lot of us may relate to, especially having come through the pandemic which made us more home centric. I think the novel asks, ‘What are the costs and the rewards of opening up to others; what are the risks?’ This theme is universal, and watching Clover go through this very slow and graceful process may inspire readers to move toward more open connections with others.”
As part of One Book this year, the library has put together an affirmation calendar of daily inspirational quotes. What are some of your favorite sayings?
“Well, for starters, a discussion of death is always a discussion of life. It is what I have learned from all the beautiful, brave souls who come to Death Café. I’ve seen it happen, and it has been part of my experience and part of my group’s experience. There is often laughter in a Death Café because talking about death can be so relieving and affirming. A quote from Jon Underwood, the founder of Death Café, is that the purpose of the cafes is to ‘help us make the most of our finite lives.’ I think all of us can find a path to living our own beautiful lives and living them fully.”
Interested in experiencing a Death Café? Register and join us for the next session on Saturday, October 5, from 2–3:30 p.m. in the library’s Hendrickson Room. Learn more at deathcafe.com. Register at ahml.info
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 7–9 P.M. / HENDRICKSON ROOM
Livestreamed on YouTube at 7 p.m. on October 24 on the library’s YouTube page at youtube.com/@LibVlog. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Digital Organizing
One 2024 Book One Village PROGRAMS
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 7–8:30 P.M.
HENDRICKSON ROOM
Join Phaedra Studt from Practical Possibilities for tips on how to get your digital life organized and manageable.
Death Café
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2–3:30 P.M. HENDRICKSON ROOM
Grab a cup of coffee and join a thoughtful discussion about the end of life. Learn more at deathcafe.com
OBOV in the Community: Oktoberfest
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, NOON–3 P.M.
HISTORICAL MUSEUM, 110 W. FREMONT ST.
Join us for fun giveaways at this community event with German food and drinks, music and fun.
Speed Friending
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 7–9 P.M.
COCO & BLU, 12 S. DUNTON AVE.
Join library staff for a night of friendship building. As a conversation starter, bring book, music, movie or TV recommendations. We will be chatting in groups of four; feel free to bring a friend. Drinks available for purchase.
Swedish Death Cleaning
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 7–8:15 P.M.
HENDRICKSON ROOM
Inspired by Scandinavian traditions and teachings, Swedish Death Cleaning is a valuable practice for anyone at any stage of life. Join professional organizer Kelly Brask for an insightful presentation on this mindful approach to downsizing and decluttering.
Enjoy activities for all ages and learn about the traditional Mexican Day of the Dead.
DISCUSS THE BOOK
Page Turners
MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 7–8 P.M. / CARDINAL ROOM
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 10–11 A.M. CONFERENCE ROOM H
Build Your Own Bouquet
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 10–11:30 A.M. HENDRICKSON ROOM
Discuss the book and build a flower bouquet to bring home in honor of the memory of a loved one. Space is limited.
ESL Book Discussion
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 7–8 P.M. ESL & LITERACY OFFICE OR ZOOM
ADULTS
Experience and discover.
Candidate
Forum
Sunday, October 6, 1 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Learn firsthand about the candidates running for the Illinois House of Representatives and Illinois Senate to represent our area’s local districts. Candidate forums will be presented in a question and answer format, with a trained, experienced moderator. These forums cover several upcoming contested races in the November 5 General Election. Attendees can submit questions answerable by all participating candidates. For exact times and events details, visit the event calendars at either ahml.info or lwvah.org
Interpreted in American Sign Language (ASL). Presented in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Arlington Heights - Mount Prospect - Buffalo Grove.
Learn About Illinois ABLE
Tuesday, October 1, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom
Join Rosemary Laudani from the Illinois Treasurer’s Office to learn more about an account that people with disabilities and their families can open to save for expenses to cover housing, health and wellness, education and training, therapy and more. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.
Parlons Français (Let’s Speak French)
Tuesdays, October 8 and 22, 7–8 p.m. Zoom
Interested in learning, improving or maintaining your spoken French? Join our resident native speaker to grow your language abilities!
All levels welcome.
MASH MONSTER
Supported Environment Supported Environment
Monster Mash Costume Party
Friday, October 4, 6–8 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
An evening of dancing and more, featuring a DJ, snacks, crafts and a photo booth. Dress as your favorite ghost, ghoul or goblin! Presented in partnership with Northwest Special Recreation Association (NWSRA) and as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. For ages 18+ of all abilities.
ADULTS
Experience and discover.
Writer’s Ink
Wednesday, October 9, 7–9 p.m. / Zoom
Join instructor Jacob Knabb for this facilitated meetup for writers. All skill levels and writing styles are welcome.
A Killer Among Us Part 2: Killers, Stalkers & Creeps of Chicago’s Modern Era
Thursday, October 10, 7–8:15 p.m.
Hendrickson Room
Since the Great Fire, Chicago has had a bloody fingerprint. The advent of Chicago as a megalopolis led to many advancements when it comes to architecture, city planning, the arts and commerce. But stemming from this was a sinister trend – the serial killer. Presented by musician, historian and radio personality Clarence Goodman.
Vinyl Listening Party: Celebrating the 1990s!
Friday, October 11, 7–8:30 p.m.
The Empty Corner, 214 E. Grove St.
Relive your semi-charmed kind of life and bring your teen spirit to celebrate this transformative decade in music. We’ll spin and listen to vinyl records that you bring and share. Bring any beverage of your choice and we’ll provide the snacks.
Ages 21 and older.
Calling 9-1-1 & Public Safety Information
Monday, October 14, 11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Hendrickson Room
Join a local expert on calling 9-1-1 and other public safety information to learn about best practices to handle emergency situations.
Classic Movie Monday: Young Frankenstein
Monday, October 14, 6:30–8:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Starring Gene Wilder, Marty Feldman, Teri Garr and Peter Boyle. Rated PG, 108 minutes.
Wednesday, October 9, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Illinois Libraries Present and Erika Sánchez, award-winning author of I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter. She will be joined in conversation by Cynthia Pelayo.
Closing the Gap: A Parent’s Guide to Reading Development
Tuesday, October 15, 6–7 p.m.
Lindsey Room
See page 8.
Media Literacy 101
Tuesday, October 15, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Cardinal Room
Join one of our Info Services librarians as we examine the role of media literacy in society, analyze how we consume the news and discuss media bias.
The Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Products Road Show
Thursday, October 17, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Cardinal Room
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 to discover the right tools to improve your quality of life. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. Drop in.
Monday, October 21, 7–8 p.m.
/ Zoom
With their deadly plants, razor-sharp shears, shady corners and ready-made burial sites, gardens make an ideal scene for a murder mystery. Join Marta McDowell, a writer, gardener and avid mystery reader, in exploring the many ways in which writers from Edgar Allan Poe and Wilkie Collins to Agatha Christie and some of today’s top crime fiction authors, have found inspiration in the sinister side of gardening. Presented in partnership with Illinois libraries.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Friday, October 18, 6–8:45 p.m. Hendrickson Room
Starring Barry Bostwick, Susan Sarandon, Tim Curry, Meat Loaf and Richard O’Brien. Costumes encouraged (throwing things at the screen discouraged). Rated R, 100 minutes.
Sunday Musicale: Artemisia Vocal Trio
Sunday, October 20, 2–3 p.m. Hendrickson Room
This Chicago trio uses the power of the voice to tell female-forward stories from a vast repertoire of classical, folk and popular vocal styles. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Contribute to the Library’s Tiny Art Show
Back for its second year! Make a beautiful masterpiece – the only limit is the canvas size. Register beginning November 1 to receive a kit with your canvas. Art will be displayed in the library’s display cases the month of December. For artists of all ages. While supplies last.
ADULTS
Experience and discover.
Creative Aging: Art with Alayne
Watch the Art with Alayne Still Life class on video and do this month’s project. Then join Alayne and fellow art students in a meetup to share your work inspired by the class or get advice to complete your project. Visit ahml.info/virtual_art to watch this month’s video class and register for a meetup.
Art with Alayne Meetups
Tuesday, October 22, Friday, October 25 or Tuesday, October 29, 2:30–3:30 p.m. Zoom
Meetup registrants will be notified by email when they can pick up their Create Kits with supplies at the drive-up window. All October meetups cover the same project. Register for only one. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
Raise your Voice with Jason Reynolds
Tuesday, October 22, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
See page 14.
Resource Hour: Village Social Worker & Disability Services
Friday, October 25, 12:30–1:30 p.m. First Floor
Speak to staff from the Village of Arlington Heights Health & Human Social Services Division, including Erin Mercado, Village of Arlington Heights Social Worker and Certified ADA Coordinator, who offers support for those with disabilities of all ages, those aging in place and community navigation for residents and their caregivers. Drop in during this hour to get answers to your questions and be connected to resources. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.
Illinois Ballot 2024
Wednesday, October 30, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
Professor Andrew Levin, a political science instructor at Harper College, will analyze the major local elections and issues on the ballot.
Accessible Kitchen Tech
Friday, October 25, 1–2 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) Tech Kitchen staff will demonstrate assistive technology for the kitchen including voice control options for appliances, apps that can help with reading recipes, and adaptive kitchen tools for food preparation and kitchen safety. Learn about resources, programs and vendor information available through IATP, a nonprofit agency that promotes the availability of assistive technology services and programs for people with disabilities. Q&A will follow. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.
BUSINESS & NONPROFIT
Start something big.
QuickBooks for Business Accounting & Tax Prep
Tuesday, October 22, 6:30–7:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Learn how to manage your business finances using QuickBooks. Rich Kraybill, Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor, will provide an overview of QuickBooks Online and answer questions about how this business and financial management tool can work for your small business or organization.
Small Business Coffee & Connect Presents: El Cafecito
Tuesday, October 1, 9–10:30 a.m. / Hendrickson Room
Get connected with other members of your local small business community. Drop in to this bi-monthly networking event to connect with entrepreneurs and those in small business to share ideas, make connections and get inspired. Co-sponsored this month by Northwest Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Resource Hour: SCORE Business Mentoring
Wednesday, October 9, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. First Floor
A volunteer from SCORE North Chicago and Lake Counties will answer questions and provide information about SCORE resources for start-ups, small business owners and nonprofit professionals. Drop in.
Also available: Sign up for a one-hour virtual or in-person session for one-onone mentoring and you’ll receive advice and support from an expert from SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer business mentors. Visit ahml.info/services/ business to make an appointment.
Pathmakers Meetup
Thursday, October 10, 6:30–7:45 p.m. Makerplace, 112 N. Belmont Ave. Flex Space 2
Sharpen your business skills, discover dynamic resources and connect with makers, entrepreneurs and library staff.
Professional Headshots
Wednesday, November 6 / Training Center 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m. or 7:30 p.m.
Get your (free) professional headshot taken at the library and enhance your business card, website, promotional materials, job search, LinkedIn, other socials and more.
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE & LITERACY
Practice and learn.
Wood & Textile Wall Hanging ESL
English Language Review
Wednesdays, October 2, 16, 23 and 30
1–2 p.m. / ESL & Literacy Office
Study English with other adult Englishlanguage learners.
Inglés para Hispanohablantes
Wednesdays, October 9 and 23
11 a.m.–noon / ESL & Literacy Office
Una clase conversacional para Hispanohablantes que buscan mejorar su Inglés. Esta clase es en persona en la oficina de ESL.
Tea & Talk
Wednesday, October 9, 1:30–3 p.m. Hendrickson Room
Beginning-level conversation in English. For adult English-language learners. Everyone is welcome.
New Friends Network
Tuesday, October 15, 10–11 a.m. / Cardinal Room
Wednesday, October 2 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Makerplace, 112. N. Belmont Ave. Creative Arts
Join other adult English-language learners to create a beautiful wall hanging using a dowel rod and a variety of textiles. Learn new vocabulary and get creative!
ESL Social Hour
Friday, October 11, 10–11 a.m.
ESL & Literacy Office
Drop in to practice your speaking and listening skills.
ESL Conversation Lab
Saturdays, October 12 and 26, 10–11 a.m.
ESL & Literacy Office
Practice English conversation around different topics with interactive activities.
Calling 9-1-1 & Public Safety Information
Monday, October 14, 11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Hendrickson South
Join a local expert on calling 9-1-1 and other public safety information to learn about best practices to handle emergency situations.
Interested in meeting new people? Make new friends, enjoy conversations and build community with like-minded individuals. Although this program is suited for adult English-language learners, all are welcome to join. Refreshments provided.
ESL Book Discussions
The Underground Abductor by Nathan Hale
Tuesday, October 15, 1–2 p.m.
ESL & Literacy Office and Zoom
The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer
Tuesday, October 29, 7–8 p.m.
ESL & Literacy Office and Zoom
Join other adult English-language learners and their tutors to discuss these books. Pick up a copy of the book from the Info Desk. Discussion questions are available in the ESL & Literacy Services Office.
JOBS & CAREERS
Take the next step.
Recharge Remote Workers
No Stress Phone and Video Interviews
Monday, October 28, 7–8 p.m.
Cardinal Room
Video and phone interviews can be just as stressful as an in-person interview but involve circumstances that can help or hurt your case to move on in the job-hunting process. Learn the differences between interview types and how to prepare for them, and tips on presenting yourself when you’re not in the room.
Citizenship Interview Practice
Monday, October 28 12:30–1 p.m. and 1–1:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 16 6–6:30 p.m. and 6:30–7 p.m.
Sign up for a 30-minute time slot to practice the interview portion of your citizenship test.
Please see the library’s program calendar online at ahml.info for additional programs
Wednesday, October 9, 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Cardinal Room
Calling all WFH and remote workers: We know that working remotely can be lonely at times and it is easy to overwork yourself. Whether you work from home, a coffee shop or a conference room at the library, we invite you to come take a break, recharge and socialize with your fellow remote workers. Drinks and snacks will be provided as well as games and fun. Drop in.
Resume Reviews and LinkedIn Profile Reviews
Schedule an appointment to have your resume or LinkedIn profile reviewed by a professional and get tips on how to optimize your network so that you get noticed by recruiters and hiring managers. Available free of charge to Arlington Heights cardholders. Daytime and evening sessions available at ahml.info/form/schedule-an-appointment
DNA testing has become a popular topic among professional genealogists and everyday family researchers. This program will discuss the different DNA tests and the reasons to take each type. It will also compare the major testing companies. DNA can be a powerful genealogical tool. Learn to use your genealogy skills to unravel the mysteries of your DNA results. A scientific degree is not required.
Intro to ArkivDigital
Wednesday, October 23, noon–1:30 p.m. Training Center
Do you have Swedish or Scandinavian ancestry and want to delve deeper into overseas records? Join genealogy volunteer and database expert Kathy Meade in an in-person exploration of this unique ancestry resource.
Beginning Genealogy
Monday, October 28, 10–11:30 a.m. Cardinal Room
Discover the basics of researching your family history. This presentation is perfect for anyone just starting their research or interested in learning more about the community of family historians. We’ll discuss techniques for finding your ancestors, tips for organizing and essential genealogy databases.
Haunted History of Arlington Heights
Monday, October 21, 6–7:30 p.m.
Hendrickson Room
While ghosts, visions and poltergeists aren’t factually historical the people who believe in them and develop their lore certainly are a part of our story. Join our genealogy and local history librarian to unpack the history behind ghost stories, conspiracies and hauntings in Arlington Heights.
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:
Celebrating Inclusion Awareness Month
Tuesday, October 22, 7–7:45 p.m./ Zoom
Join us as we discuss books, movies and more that feature diverse disability representation. If you’re looking to discover titles across genres that highlight a wide range of perspectives and experiences with complexity, humor and honesty, you won’t want to miss this fun and informative conversation. Meet library staff as they share their suggestions and leave with a great list of recommendations. Then share your own favorites with us in the discussion that follows.
Discuss the Book
The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer
PAGE TURNERS
Monday, October 7, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room or Thursday, October 17, 10–11 a.m. / Conference Room H
BUILD YOUR OWN BOUQUET
Saturday, October 19, 10–11:30 a.m. / Hendrickson Room
Join us as we discuss the book and build your own flower bouquet to honor the memory of a loved one. Space is limited.
112 N. Belmont Avenue • ahml.info/makerplace
Discover the place where you can be a maker.
The Makerplace provides visitors ages 12 and up an opportunity for making and creating using the latest technology and equipment, along with flexible workspaces and a commercial-grade kitchen. Makerplace classes are for Arlington Heights cardholders only unless otherwise noted. Makerplace programs register on October 2.
FIBER CRAFTS MEETUP
Thursday, October 10, 1–3 p.m.
Tuesday, October 22, 6–7:30 p.m.
Creative Arts Area
Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross stitch or other projects, work on your project and chat with your neighbors.
Ages 18 and up. Refreshments provided.
SEWING COSPLAY BOOT COVERS
Sunday, October 13, 1–3 p.m.
Sewing and Quilting Room
Level up your Halloween costume and learn techniques to take a pair of shoes and transform them into boots. Basic sewing skills recommended. Attendees should bring their own pair of shoes. Additional supplies will be provided.
Ages 12 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
MAKER SHOW &TELL
Tuesday, October 15, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Flex Space 2
Bring your projects or photos to share your workflow, challenges and successes at the Makerplace. Whether it’s a small craft, a 3D printed item or any creative project, we want to see it! Connect with fellow makers, inspire others and celebrate creativity and innovation together. Ages 18 and up. Refreshments provided.
Bring your projects or photos to share your workflow, challenges and successes at the Makerplace. Whether it’s a small craft, a 3D printed item or any creative project, we want to see it! Connect with fellow makers, inspire others and celebrate creativity and innovation together. Ages 18 and up. Refreshments provided.
SEW A ZIPPERED POUCH
Tuesday, October 15, 1–2:30 p.m.
Sewing and Quilting Room
Take your sewing skills to the next level! In this class, we will be learning how to sew a zippered pouch. Prior sewing experience required. Supplies provided.
Ages 12 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
LASER ETCH A GLASS
Wednesday, October 16, 6–7:30 p.m.
Flex Space 2
Learn how to create a design and set up the laser for etching your own personal glassware.
Ages 12 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
ASSISTIVE TOOLS KIT DEMO
Sunday, October 20, 12:30–2 p.m.
Makerplace
Learn how you can make and use the new items in the Assistive Tools Kit, including a beverage can opener and a smartphone magnification stand. The kit includes aids for daily living fabricated on 3D printers at the Makerplace. Drop in and watch a 3D printing demo and try out these helpful gadgets. Giveaways for the first 20 guests. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month.
“INSPIRED BY” ART EVENTS
Wednesday, October 23, 2:30–4 p.m. or 6–7:30 p.m. / Creative Arts Area
Create art inspired by famous artists and art styles and chat with your neighbors. Supplies provided.
Ages 18 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
CREATE A CUSTOM STICKER
Sunday, October 27, 1–2:30 p.m.
Flex Space 2
Learn to work with vinyl. Create a custom sticker for your water bottle, notebook or window using the Cricut Craft Cutter. Supplies provided.
LASER ETCH
WIRE WRAPPED JEWELRY: ARTISAN RING
Thursday, October 17, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Creative Arts Area
Explore the art of transforming simple wires and beads into exquisite, eye-catching masterpieces. Supplies provided.
Ages 12 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
Ages 12 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
NEEDLE FELTING: HALLOWEEN GHOST
Tuesday, October 29, 2:30–4 p.m. or 6–7:30 p.m. / Creative Arts Area
Magically transform fibers as you create a Halloween ghost out of wool with Natasha Lehrer Lewis. Supplies provided.
Ages 12 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
3D PRINTING: REPLICATE A PIECE
Wednesday, October 30, 1–2:30 p.m.
Flex Space 2
Want to take your basic 3D modeling skills to the next level? In this class you will learn how to use calipers and TinkerCAD software to recreate a physical object from scratch. Basic computer skills and prior experience with TinkerCAD is required.
Supplies provided. Ages 12 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
HALLOWEEN PUNCH NEEDLING
Wednesday, October 30, 6–7:30 p.m.
Creative Arts Area
Learn the basics of punch needling and create your own jack-o-lantern coaster using this fun technique. Supplies provided.
Ages 12 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
SOLDERED GLASS JEWELRY
Thursday, October 31, 1–2:30 p.m. or 6–7:30 p.m. / Creative Arts Area
Learn basic soldering techniques to create a pendant or keychain. Supplies provided. All skill levels welcome.
Ages 12 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
CRICUT FOR CLOTHES
Tuesday, November 5, 6–7:30 p.m.
Flex Space 2
Learn how to customize clothes with the Cricut and get hands-on experience with iron-on vinyl.
Ages 12 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
MAKERPLACE CULINARY CLASSES
Arlington Heights library card required. Limit one culinary class every month, per cardholder. Culinary classes are for adults ages 18 and up unless otherwise noted.
Registration for culinary classes at the Makerplace begins at 9 a.m. on October 2. Culinary program attendees are selected monthly through a lottery system. 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.
BLUE ZONE FOODS: ITALY
Tuesday, October 8, 2–4 p.m. or 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Featuring Ludmila Nelson.
Ages 18 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only
TALK AND TASTE WITH CHEF BRIAN
Wednesday, October 9, 1–2:30 p.m.
Drop in and engage with a professional chef and ask culinary questions. This month, Chef Brian will be demonstrating how to make homemade marshmallows, just in time for those fall campfires.
Ages 18 and up. Drop in.
DUMPLING POP UP
Thursday, October 17, noon–2 p.m.
Join Chef Brian for this unique drop-in experience and learn to form different shapes of dumplings. Drop in anytime during the two hours. No registration.
PADS MEAL PREP
Friday, October 18, 3:30–5:30 p.m.
Work with library staff and neighbors to prepare a nourishing lunch and dinner for individuals who are at risk and experiencing homelessness.
This event is for ages 12 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only. Space is limited. Please limit your registration to two members per household. Service hours will be recorded upon request.
The PADS Shelter Program is created in partnership with area faith communities to provide overnight shelter to those in need from October 1 to April 30 each year. Local faith communities open their doors to JOURNEYS | The Road Home clients to provide a safe place to sleep, a warm dinner and breakfast.
MAKING PUMPKIN BUTTER
Saturday, October 19
10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 2–4 p.m.
Featuring Andrea Pracht from My Kitchen Clatter.
Ages 18 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
FAVORITE THINGS: KITCHEN GADGETS
Sunday, October 20, 3–5 p.m.
Join Chef Brian and other staff to discuss your favorite kitchen gadgets. We’ll be demonstrating our favorite tools that make cooking easier, and attendees are encouraged to bring something in of their own.
Ages 18 and up. Drop in.
FRESH PASTA FROM SCRATCH
Saturday, October 26 10:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
Featuring the Makerplace’s Chef Brian.
Ages 18 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
MAKING PUMPKIN RAVIOLI
Sunday, November 3 12:30–2 p.m. and 3–4:30 p.m.
Featuring Chef Emily Paster.
Ages 18 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
Tuesday-Thursday: 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday: noon-5 p.m.
Friday & Monday: Closed
CLASSES
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.
Beginning Computing with Windows 11
Friday, October 4, 1:30–3 p.m.
Learn how to launch programs; create, rename and delete files as well as folders; organize your desktop and more.
How to Use Your Android Device
Monday, October 7, 10–11:30 a.m.
Learn how to install apps, manage your device settings, and more. Bring your Android device if you have one.
PowerPoint: Basics
Monday, October 7, 7–8:30 p.m.
This class covers the basics for developing an interesting presentation. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills needed.
Excel: Basics
Tuesday, October 8, 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.
How to Use Your iPad/iPhone
Wednesday, October 9, 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.
Prepare Your Photos for Digitizing
Wednesday, October 9, 7–8:30 p.m.
Have a box of photos you want to digitize? Learn how to organize your photos before scanning and best practices for using the digitizing equipment and software.
Using Your Mac: Basics
Thursday, October 10, 10–11:30 a.m.
Learn all about the Mac operating system, from the keyboard and your Apple ID, to launching apps, organizing files and changing settings.
Word: Basics
Friday, October 11, 1:30–3 p.m.
This class will introduce you to the essentials: all the tabs, especially the File and Home tabs, and how to change words on the page.
PowerPoint: Intermediate Monday, October 14, 7–8:30 p.m.
Take your PowerPoint skills to the next level; learn how to enhance your presentations with creative effects.
Excel: Intermediate Tuesday, October 15, 10–11:30 a.m.
Learn about charts and graphs as well as some commonly used functions for working with data.
Spooky Sublimation Design It
Tuesday, October 15, 7–8:30 p.m.
Use Adobe Illustrator in the Training Center at the library to create a spooky design for the Halloween season. Your design will be printed onto a tote bag at the Makerplace the following week. Part one of a two-part class.
Make It
Tuesday, October 22, 6–7:30 p.m. Makerplace Fabrication Room
In part two of this sublimation workshop you will learn how to sublimate a tote bag with your spooky design created the previous week.
How to Use Your iPad/iPhone’s Apps
Wednesday, October 16, 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.
Digitize It: Audio and Slides/Photos
Wednesday, October 16, 6–7 p.m.
Learn how to digitize your vinyl records, audio cassettes, 35mm slides and photos. We will cover how you can utilize the specialized equipment and software in our Studio space.
Word: Intermediate
Friday, October 18, 1:30–3 p.m.
Learn how to change margins, use bullet points, formatting, tables, templates and more.
Excel: Charts and Graphs
Tuesday, October 22, 11 a.m.–noon
Take an in-depth look at how to use Excel to display data using charts and graphs.
Selling Online Overview
Thursday, October 24, 1:30–3 p.m.
In this class you’ll learn tips when it comes to selling items on sites such as Craigslist, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp and Etsy. No accounts needed, this will be an overview of these services.
Accessibility Tools and Assistive Technologies
Friday, October 25, 7–8:30 p.m.
Learn about assistive devices available in the Library of Things collection as well as how various settings on your devices can make it more accessible to your needs.
PowerPoint: Transitions and Animations
Monday, October 28, 6–7 p.m.
Take an in-depth look at how to work with transitions and animations in your PowerPoint presentations.
Excel: Pivot Tables
Tuesday, October 29, 11 a.m.–noon
Learn how to use pivot tables to sort, analyze, and summarize data.
Tech Support Drop In
Tuesday, October 29, 7–8:30 p.m.
Have a tech question for us? We’ll do our best to answer it or, if you stump us, we’ll point you in the right direction.
Let’s Photoshop: Fixing Photos
Wednesday, October 30, 7–8:30 p.m.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to improve your everyday photos by editing colors, fixing blemishes and more.
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.
TRAVELOGUES BOOK DISCUSSIONS
Travelogues
Fridays, October 4, 11, 18 and 25, 10 a.m.
Senior Center
Drop in and enjoy travel movies and documentaries
Film Discussion Circle
Tuesday, October 1, 1 p.m. / Senior Center
Drop in for October’s film, Dial M for Murder (1954), 105 minutes, Rated PG. A discussion led by library staff follows a free showing of the film.
Computer Interest Group
Wednesday, October 9, 1–2 p.m.
Senior Center
Drop in to join our discussion of current technology, exchange tips, and offer advice for solving problems on PCs, tablets and smartphones. Novice and experienced users welcome.
Senior Center Tech Classes
FILM DISCUSSIONS
Current Events Discussions
Thursdays, 10 a.m. / Senior Center or Zoom October 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31
Register by calling 847-870-3712.
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: Tom Lake by Ann Patchett
Wednesday, October 9, 10 a.m. Senior Center or Zoom
Modern Classics: James by Percival Everett
Monday, October 28, 10 a.m. Senior Center or Zoom
Classes feature small class size and hands-on instruction. All classes are held in person at the Senior Center. Full schedule and class descriptions are available at ahml.info/senior/materials
Senior Phone Programs
Join our weekly phone discussions where we 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 or to register.
FRIENDS & FOUNDATION
Support the library.
LIBRARY FOUNDATION FUNDRAISING EVENT
Vegetarian Cooking Class with Indian Spice
Friday October 11, 6–8 p.m.
Makerplace Kitchen, 112 N. Belmont Ave.
Cost for the event per person is a $60 donation to the AHML Foundation.
Arlington Heights Memorial
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Meeting schedule: ahml.info/about/information
Amy Somary • President 847-506-2686 • asomary@ahml.info
Join us for a delicious adventure in vegetarian and Indian cuisine. Honorary Chef Somya from the Arlington Heights Memorial Library will be sharing how to prepare two favorite dishes:
Aloo Chaat: A popular and tasty street food made with crisp potato patties, garnished with sweet, spicy and tangy chutneys, yogurt, onion and tomatoes.
Pav Bhaji: A spiced mixture of vegetables in a delicious hearty gravy served with pav (soft dinner rolls).
This is a hands-on class where you will come away with new recipes to celebrate National Vegetarian Month and learn about delicious Indian cuisine.
Registration is open through October 8 at ahmlfoundation.org/veg. Seating is limited. For questions, email info@ahmlfoundation.org
Sarah Galla • Treasurer 847-506-2681 • sgalla@ahml.info
Trustees:
Jennifer Borrell 847-506-2680 • jborrell@ahml.info
