September 2019

Arlington Heights Memorial

LIBRARY SEPTEMBER 2019

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One Book One Village 2019

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Read the book that has all of Arlington Heights talking– The Feather Thief: Beauty, Obsession, and the Natural History Heist of the Century by Kirk Wallace Johnson. This riveting true-crime adventure was selected as ‘the book’ for One Book, One Village 2019 through a first-time community vote.

Now in its sixth year, OBOV invites the community to read the same book at the same time and share in the experience through related programs and discussions.

OBOV 2019 will culminate with a visit by the author on Thursday, October 10.

For more information, see pages 2–3. Registration begins September 1.

Read the book. Join the conversation.

The Feather Thief: Beauty, Obsession, and the Natural History Heist of the Century by Kirk Wallace Johnson Truth is stranger than fiction in this captivating story. In 2009, a 20-year-old American music student broke into a London museum, stole 299 dead birds and disappeared into the night. How did he do it and why? In this true-crime adventure, Kirk Wallace Johnson discovers an underground world where rare bird feathers are worth staggering amounts of money. The Feather Thief is a fascinating exploration of greed and obsession woven together into a highly entertaining page-turner. Copies are available in the library’s Marketplace, at the Senior Center, on the bookmobile and at ahml.info.

One Book. One Author. Four Questions.

In the summer of 2000, while in college and working as an ice cream truck driver in the Chicago suburbs, Kirk Wallace Johnson could never have imagined years later he’d return to Arlington Heights as an author and the investigative force behind a much-celebrated work of nonfiction. The Feather Thief, named a 2018 Amazon Best Book and Edgar Award nominee, was selected as the library’s 2019 One Book, One Village title by a community vote earlier this year.

We talked to Johnson from his home in Los Angeles. The West Chicago native spoke about writing, the surprising allure of feathers and his upcoming author event in Arlington Heights.

What was your reaction when you found out The Feather Thief was selected for One Book, One Village?

In addition to being a true-crime thriller, what else is the book about?

Over the moon may sound cliché, but it’s an accurate description. There are many dark, despairing moments when you’re working on a book... so it’s an incredible affirmation and tremendous honor that the book was selected, and I’m doubly excited to come back to my home state.

The core themes in the book are the pursuit of status, obsession with beauty and human greed. So much about this story is greed and the many faces it wears.

It’s impossible to read this book and not see ourselves or question our own place in the world. What is our connection to nature? What are the things we obsess about? Do those obsessions create any moral blind spots?

When you first heard about this strange heist and a kid who stole dead birds from a London museum for their feathers, did you have any idea where the story would lead?

What can someone expect who attends your author event?

I didn’t know anything about this when I started out. I couldn’t describe a feather, I didn’t really know much about birds…

In some ways, following this story was like going through this secret door into this unknown world. Every twist and turn of the investigation made it a crazier and crazier story.

When I talk about the book, I love to introduce it by way of photos and videos that didn’t make it in the book… but my goal is also to work as efficiently as possible to the point where I can have a conversation with the audience.

There’s something about this story that causes hands to shoot up with the most charged and animated questions.

It’ll be an honor to meet with readers, and honestly, I’m counting down the days.

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An Evening with Author Kirk Wallace Johnson Thursday, October 10, 7--9 p.m.

Forest View Auditorium, 2121 S. Goebbert Rd. Catch author Kirk Wallace Johnson in Arlington Heights and go beyond the pages of The Feather Thief. Join Johnson for an engaging conversation, Q & A and a book signing following his presentation. Copies of The Feather Thief will be available for sale.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Libary. REGISTER SEPTEMBER 1 - Arlington Heights cardholders only. Registration opens to the general public September 10, as space allows, at the Info Desk, by phone at 847-392-0100 or online at ahml.info.

Drop in at one of our discussions. Do you have your own group? Reserve a set of books that includes questions to get the conversation started. Call 847-392-0100 or visit ahml.info/onebook to reserve a set.

Mystery Group

Monday, September 9, 7:30–8:30 p.m.

Lindsey Room

Paging Through History

Tuesday, September 10, 7–8:30 p.m.

Historical Museum’s Banta House, 514 N. Vail Ave.

Popular Books

Wednesday, September 11, 10–11 a.m.

Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Rd.

Books About Town

Tuesday, September 24, 7–8:30 p.m.

Meet at the Dunton Avenue entrance of the library for this walking discussion.

English as a Second Language Tuesday, October 1, 7–8:30 p.m.

Conference Room I

Francesca’s Tavola

Thursday, October 3, 7–8:30 p.m.

Francesca’s Tavola, 208 S. Arlington Heights Rd.

Books and Brews

Wednesday, October 9, 7:30–8:30 p.m.

Eddie’s Restaurant, 10 E. Northwest Highway

Modern Classics

Monday, October 14, 10–11 a.m.

Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Rd.

Get Together with Books

Wednesday, October 16, 7:30–8:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Put a Bird On It! Saturday, September 7, 2–4 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Decorate a bird house to take home. All supplies provided. Arlington Heights cardholders only. REGISTER SEPTEMBER 1

Dan & Raymond’s Movie Club: Heist Films Thursday, September 12, 7:30–9:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

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

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. REGISTER

Birds of Prey Friday, September 13, 7–8:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

River Trail Nature Center will bring a live raptor, native to northern Illinois, and discuss the unique adaptations birds use to survive. REGISTER

Wider Lens: American Animals Thursday, September 19, 7–9 p.m. / Hendrickson Room South

In this crime drama based on a true story, four college students plot to steal rare books from their university’s library. Includes interviews with the four and those impacted by the crime. Rated R, 116 minutes. Followed by a discussion.

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Introductory Bird Drawing Saturday, September 21, 2–3:30 p.m. and 4–5:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

Explore bird sketching with artist Becca Howe. No experience needed. Both sessions are the same. Register for only one. Arlington Heights cardholders only. REGISTER SEPTEMBER 1

Birding 101 Thursday, September 26, 7–8:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

Learn how to identify birds with Dan Lory of the Chicago Ornithological Society in this interactive look at creatures with feathers. Go home with some practical tools. REGISTER

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PROGRAMS FOR

FAMILIES

REGISTER SEPTEMBER 1 at any public desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info.

Unless noted, every person attending a program must sign up.

DAY-OF TICKETS Space is limited; tickets are given on a first-come, first-served basis at the Kids’ World Desk before the program begins.

September 13 Early Literacy Librarians September 20 Speech Pathologist

Homeschool Hangout Thursday, September 26, 1–3 p.m. / Hub

September 27 Healthy Development

Meet other homeschool families. All ages welcome.

DROP IN

October 4: Dietician October 11 Music Therapist Shannon Meyer

Play, Learn and Grow Together Family Workshop Fridays, 11 a.m.–noon / Hendrickson Room

Sundays, noon–3 p.m. / Kids’ World

Families (adult caregivers with a child under age 18) can play PS4, Nintendo Switch and Xbox One X in Kids’ World for 30 minutes at a time and up to one hour per day. Use your library card to check out controllers at the Kids’ World Desk. DROP IN

Spend time together, experience art activities and meet new friends in this new, five-week play and learning series for families. Each week, a different community resource specialist will discuss child development, speech, literacy, nutrition or play and movement. For caregivers with children ages 0–3; siblings up to age 5 are welcome. Register for September 13 only; this automatically registers you for the entire series.

Arlington Heights cardholders only. REGISTER

FOR PARENTS Ask Me Anything: Parent Edition

Mom’s Turn: Healthy Habits for a New School Year

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

Sunday, September 22, 2:30–3:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room

Experts from local organizations will answer your questions about growing up, mental and emotional health, early relationships, bullying and more. Submit questions anonymously at the event or online at bit.ly/ AHMLaskmeanythingparents.

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A program series just for moms. Sunny Amirpour of PositivelySTRONG Health Solutions will present ways to kick-start healthy habits as the new school year begins. Create a realistic plan with tips and templates to guide meal and fitness planning throughout the year. Children under 5 welcome.

REGISTER

Special Needs Legal and Future Planning Wednesday, October 2, 7–8:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Begin the process of planning for the financial security of your loved one. Presented by Brian Rubin of Rubin Law. For parents and guardians of individuals with special needs. Presented as part of Inclusion Awareness Month. REGISTER

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STORYTIMES & PLAYGROUPS Milk & Cookies Storytime

Wonder Time

Tuesday, September 3, 10–10:45 a.m.

Panera Bread, 5 W. Rand Rd.

Saturday, September 14 2:30–3:15 p.m. / Lindsey Room

Limited seating available; children must be registered to attend.

For ages 2–5. REGISTER

STEM storytime with hands-on learning for ages 3–5. REGISTER

weekly

storytime in the lindsey room

Weekly storytimes resume September 3.

Space is limited; DAY-OF TICKETS are given on a first-come, first-served basis at the Kids’ World Desk before storytime begins. Unless noted, these storytimes are for Arlington Heights cardholders only.

BABY PLAY TIME

Infants–18 months with adult Mondays, 11–11:30 a.m.

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

Fridays, 9:30 a.m.

Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. – Open to all

Our Time: Children in Therapy and You The library offers a variety of programs for families of children receiving therapy services. Contact the library if you need accommodations. Facilitated by Beth Deiter, CITY of Support. DROP IN

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

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.

Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

Developmental Playgroup

KIDS’ TIME Ages 3–5 with adult

Tuesday, September 10, 10–11 a.m. / Lindsey Room

Mondays, 10:30 a.m.

Inclusive playgroup for families with children ages 0–5, who receive or are considering therapy services.

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

Caregivers, Coffee and Play Sunday, September 22,11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. / Lindsey Room

Adult conversation and support for therapists and family members, with playtime for children.

MY TIME Ages 3–6 (Adult not required) Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m. – Open to all

FAMILY TIME Infants–6 years with adult Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. – Open to all

THURSDAY FUN NIGHT NEW! English Learners Family Storytime Tuesdays, September 3, 10, 17, 24; October 1, 6:30–7:15 p.m. / Lindsey Room

Practice English skills together as a family in a friendly group through stories, songs, rhymes and games. Storytime is followed by 15 minutes of play and conversation. All ages.

DAY-OF TICKETS

Ages 0–6 with adult; siblings welcome Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. – Open to all

PLAYGROUPS Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 10:15–11:45 a.m. – Open to all

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REGISTER SEPTEMBER 1 at any public desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info. Unless noted, every person attending a program must sign up.

PROGRAMS FOR

KIDS

DAY-OF TICKETS Space is limited; tickets are given on a first-come, first-served basis at the Kids’ World Desk before the program begins.

Tea Rex Party Sunday, September 15 1:30–2:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Enjoy caffeine-free tea while listening to stories, with a special visit from everyone’s favorite Cretaceous period creature. Fancy party and/or dinosaur clothing encouraged, but not required. For grades K–3. REGISTER

homework helpers

Homework Helpers

Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Kids’ World

Teen volunteers are available in Kids’ World to assist with homework assignments or practicing skills. For kids. DROP IN

I Can Read Monday, September 16, 6–7 p.m.

Wednesday, September 18, 4:15–5:15 p.m.

Kids’ World

Read a familiar book all by yourself to a librarian. Have your picture taken to honor your accomplishment. DROP IN anytime within the hour. For beginning readers/grades K–2.

Let’s Make...

Tuesday, September 17 4:30–5:30 p.m. / Lindsey Room

Use your engineering skills to make a simple ramp walker. For third-graders. REGISTER

Friday, September 6, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Lindsey Room

Saturday, September 21

For all ages. DROP IN

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Minecraft Mania Saturday, September 7, 2–3:30 p.m.

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Using Minecraft’s creative mode, build and decorate an object related to a theme. Laptops and accounts provided.

For grades 3–4. Arlington Heights cardholders only. REGISTER

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11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Celebrate our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program with special guest, well-known children’s musician Jeanie B! who has captured the hearts of families all over the country with her fun, upbeat music. If your child has participated in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program, or you’d like to learn more about it, join the fun. REGISTER

PROGRAMS FOR GRADES 4–6

Chess Club

TWEENS Sew a Drawstring Bag

Sunday, September 29, 2–3 p.m.

Lindsey Room

Presented by Chess Scholars. Some knowledge of the game is necessary. For age 6–grade 6. REGISTER

Tween Gaming

Mondays and Fridays, 6–8 p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4–6 p.m.

Weekends and school holidays noon–6 p.m. / Kids’ World

Number Ninjas Friday, September 27, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Lindsey Room

Math games and activities. For grades K–2. DROP IN

Play PS4, Nintendo Switch and Xbox One X. Use your library card to check out controllers at the Kids’ World Desk. DROP IN for 30 minutes at a time, up to one hour per day. For grades 4–6.

Tween Advisory Group Friday, September 6, 4:30–6 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Help your library and community while making new friends. Join likeminded tweens to work on service projects, plan programs and play games. For grades 4–6. REGISTER

Desserts, Books and More: Sherlock Holmes and the Disappearing Diamond

by Sam Hearn

Learn the basics of sewing with a needle and thread; then use your skills to create a small drawstring bag. For grades 4–6. REGISTER

3D Printing Friday, September 20, 4:30–5:15 p.m.

Training Center

Use Tinkercad to design your first 3D project. For grades 4–6. Arlington Heights cardholders only. REGISTER

Art Cart Crafternoon Thursday, September 26, 3:30–5 p.m.

Kids’ World

The art cart has everything you need to create your next masterpiece. For grades 4–6. DROP IN

Books ‘n Bites: Guts by Raina Telgemeier

Monday, October 7, 6:30–7:15 p.m.

Lindsey Room

The Alpine Star, a famous diamond, is missing from the British Arts & Antiquities Museum. It’s up to John Watson and his friends from the Baker Street Academy to solve the mystery.

Discuss the book, have dessert and do an activity. Books available at the Kids’ World Desk. For grades 2–3 with an adult. REGISTER

Thursday, September 12, 5–6:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Great Minecraft Adventure Saturday, September 7, 4–5:30 p.m.

Training Center

Try Feed the Beast: Ultimate with ten times as many features as standard Minecraft. Experienced players only, please. For grades 4–6. REGISTER

Monday, September 30 4:30–5:45 p.m. / Lindsey Room

Tween book discussion club with activities and snacks. Read the latest graphic novel from New York Times bestselling author of Smile, Sisters, Drama, and Ghosts. For grades 4–6.

Pick up a copy at the Kids’ World Desk starting September 23. REGISTER

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REGISTER SEPTEMBER 1 at any public desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info.

AND EXPLORE YOUR INTERESTS

Craft for a Cause

In high school, so many things require service hours, including the National Honor Society and the Harper Promise scholarship program. It can be hard to find volunteer opportunities that are fun, but don’t worry—as someone who logged more than 300 service hours in my high school career, most through the library, I can firmly say these gold-at-the-end-of-the-rainbow positions exist.

Monday–Friday, 3–10 p.m. and Saturday–Sunday, noon–8 p.m. / Hub DROP IN any time the Hub is open and do volunteer projects. Limit one service hour per visit. For grades 7–12.

Dice Guild

I have tried every—and I mean every—opportunity that the library has to offer. I’ve been on two different Summer Volunteer Squads: Sprout Squad, which grows and maintains a garden plot, and Sound Hounds, which recorded and edited sounds for library programs.

I was also a Homework Helper for two and a half years. In that time, I proofread essays, helped with math, read books, played spelling games and more with children of all ages.

Dice Guild Fridays, September 6 and October 4 6:30–9:30 p.m. / Hub

Play tabletop roleplaying games with other teens. We’ll have everything you need from dice to snacks – you bring your creativity and imagination. For grades 7–12. DROP IN

Best of all, in my opinion, is the Teen Advisory Board (TAB), which I was on for four years.

We met once a month, had pizza, and discussed what we as teenagers wanted to see in the library, possible events we could host, and volunteer projects we could do like making toys that were donated to local animal shelters. Through TAB, I had the opportunity to help out with library projects, including creating a Harry Potter Platform 9 ¾ mural from scratch, planning, designing and decorating a book display in the Hub and writing book recommendations.

The library is a wonderful place to explore your interests. It is so easy to be creative here and have fun with people who share the same interests, all while getting to help others (and getting some volunteer hours in the process!).

Helen Weil

Teen Volunteer and RMHS Class of 2019

Inklings Thursday, September 5, 4–6 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Meet like-minded teen writers and explore your writing talents. Help plan a Teen Murder Mystery Night program for October. For grades 7–12.

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If you are a teen who is interested in volunteering at the library, visit ahml.info/teens/volunteer to learn more about what opportunities are available for you.

Teen Advisory Board Sunday, September 8, 1–2:30 p.m. / Hub

Do service projects, earn volunteer hours and make your voice heard at the library.

Learn more at ahml.info/teens/volunteer. For high school students only. DROP IN

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PROGRAMS FOR

Practice ACT & SAT Exams

Unless otherwise noted, REGISTER ANYTIME at the Info Desk, 847-3920100 or at ahml.info.

ADULTS

College Knowledge Practice ACT Exam: September 14

One Book, One Village

Practice SAT Exam: September 28 Saturdays, 12:30–5 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Take the ACT or SAT practice exams and get your results that day. Get the inside scoop on library resources to help you do your best on the test.

Will not include the writing portion of the exam. Bring your graphing calculator and some sharp pencils.

For testing accommodations, contact teens@ahml.info. For high school students only. REGISTER

Friday Flicks Fridays, September 13, 20, 27 7–9 p.m. / Hub

Hang out and watch a movie on our big screen. For grades 7–12. DROP IN

Glow Up

Glow Up

Sunday, September 22, 2–3:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Have you ever wanted to learn how to do a French braid or a headband twist?

Want to master the perfect cat eye or find out which lipstick color is best for your skin tone? Learn the basics of daily hair and makeup techniques to jump-start your glow up. For grades 7–12. REGISTER

just one blood donation

can save 3 lives Heartland Blood Drive Thursday, September 5, 9–11 a.m.

Cardinal Room

Donate blood to Heartland Blood Centers. Bring a photo ID. DROP IN

The Public Saturday, September 14, 1–4 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Written and directed by Emilio Estevez, this film examines the role of public libraries as it relates to the homeless populations they serve.

Followed by light refreshments and a discussion with local organizations serving people experiencing homelessness. DROP IN

Resource Hour and Blood Pressure Screening Thursday, September 19 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. / Marketplace

Staff from The Village of Arlington Heights Health and Human Services Department will provide information and get you connected to resources.

Have your blood pressure measured

by Village nurses. DROP IN

See page 3 for One Book, One Village programs, including special editions of Dann & Raymond, Wider Lens and more!

Creative Aging: Art with Alayne Tuesdays, September 10 and 24 2–4:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Learn to draw and paint with instructor Alayne McNulty. All supplies included. No prior art experience needed. Both sessions are the same; please register for only one.

Arlington Heights cardholders only.

REGISTER SEPTEMBER 1

Dignity in Death Sunday, September 8, 2–4:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

View the Sundance award-winning documentary film, How to Die in Oregon. After the film, Amy Sherman, Regional Campaign Manager for Compassion and Choices and member of the Illinois End of Life Options Coalition, will lead a discussion.

REGISTER

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Plan Well to $ Age Well

PROGRAMS FOR

ADULTS Unless otherwise noted, REGISTER ANYTIME at the Info Desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info.

Tuesdays, 7–9 p.m.

Hendrickson Room September 17 Financial Preparedness

Sunday Musicale: Kerry Leung Sunday, September 15, 2–3 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

Hear Kerry Leung, a Chinese multiinstrumentalist, perform the “Moon Concert” with five traditional Chinese instruments. Sponsored by Friends of the Library. REGISTER

September 24 Stay in Your Home October 1 When It’s Time to Move

Making optimal decisions for you or a loved one involves advance planning. In this three-part series of panel discussions, financial planning, legal, healthcare and senior living experts offer their top recommendations for aging well and answer questions submitted by the audience.

Co-sponsored by Arlington Heights Memorial Library, Lutheran Home, The Moorings and Waverly Inn. REGISTER for each session individually.

Adults Returning to College

Writer’s Ink

Tuesday, September 24, 7–8:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room

University advisor Jackie Janesku will discuss how colleges and universities are increasingly offering programs specifically designed for working adults.

Learn how to select the right degree, apply for financial aid and scholarships, and earn credit for nontraditional learning. REGISTER

Wednesday, September 11, 7–9 p.m.

Conference Room I

Monthly meeting for local writers to read their work and critique others. REGISTER

Book Club Social Wednesday Cinema: The Wife Wednesday, September 18, 1–3 p.m.

Hendrickson Room South

A wife questions her life choices as she travels to Stockholm to see her husband receive the Nobel Prize for Literature.

Starring Glenn Close, Jonathan Pryce, Max Irons. Rated R, 99 minutes.

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Wednesday, September 25 7–8:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Professor Moptop: ROAD AbbeyABBEY Road Monday, September 23, 7–8:30 p.m.

Hendrickson Room

WXRT’s Professor Moptop returns to celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Beatles’ “Abbey Road” album. Discuss the importance of this classic album, learn how it was made and enjoy selected tracks. REGISTER

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Join our Readers Advisors and community members as we share tips on how to make your book club productive and fun. Learn what resources the library can provide, where to find the best discussion questions, how best to schedule meetings and delegate tasks, and most importantly, how to find the right book for your group. Refreshments will be served.

REGISTER

BOOK DISCUSSIONS

MYSTERIES NOVELS GREATBOOKS HISTORIES CLASSICS SCI-FI ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE Drop in and join one of our monthly book discussions where we read and discuss noteworthy fiction and nonfiction. If you need a copy of any of these books, stop by the Info Desk or call 847-392-0100. Discussions take place in the Cardinal Room, unless noted.

ONE BOOK, ONE VILLAGE

GET TOGETHER WITH BOOKS

Find all One Book, One Village book discussions on page 3.

Manhattan Beach by Jennifer Egan

NOVEL EXPERIENCE A Place for Us by Fatima Farheen Mirza Tuesday, September 3, 7:30–8:30 p.m.

Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton Tuesday, October 1, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

GREAT BOOKS EVENING DISCUSSION Wednesdays, September 4 and 25, 7–9 p.m.

Richard Frisbie Board Room

Selected readings from Great Conversations 2 by Great Books Foundation.

MYSTERY GROUP Don’t Believe It by Charlie Donlea Monday, October 7, 7:30–8:30 p.m.

AUTHOR VISIT!

Wednesday, September 18, 7:30–8:30 p.m.

Richard Frisbie Board Room

Join the author as we discuss the book and his writing process.

SCIENCE FICTION The Lesson by Cadwell Turnbull

Wednesday, September 25, 7:30–9 p.m. / Fireplace Area

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) English Learners Family Storytime Tuesdays, 6:30–7:15 p.m.

September 3, 10, 17, 24; October 1 Lindsey Room

See full description on page 5.

Tea & Talk

Citizenship Interview Practice

Wednesday, September 11, 1:30–3 p.m.

Hendrickson Room North

Wednesday, September 18, 7–8:30 p.m.

Cardinal Room

Monthly social conversation group for adult English-language learners; children welcome. DROP IN

Practice for the United States Citizenship test.

Mock interviews with Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society Immigration & Citizenship volunteers and staff. REGISTER

DAY-OF TICKETS

Citizenship Class Monday, September 9, 5:30–8 p.m. (registration and class) Monday, September 16 and 23 6:30–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Facilitated by Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society Immigration & Citizenship volunteers and staff.

REGISTER

Inglés para Hispanohablantes English for Spanish Speakers Monday, September 16, 6–7 p.m.

Conference Room I

Una clase para hispanohablantes que buscan mejorar su inglés. REGISTER

ESL Book Discussions Tuesdays, 7–8:30 p.m. / Conference Room I

Visit the ESL office to get a book and discussion questions. REGISTER September 24: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury October 1: The Feather Thief by Kirk Wallace Johnson. Presented as part of One Book, One Village.

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Unless otherwise noted, REGISTER ANYTIME at the Info Desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info.

GENEALOGY

Jobs & Jobs & GENEALOGY Careers Careers

Meet with a Specialist

Resume Reviews

Get one-on-one help with your research from our Genealogy and Local History Librarian. SIGN UP at ahml.info/research/genealogy.

Available by appointment, Tuesday and Thursday, 7–9 p.m. Arlington Heights cardholders only. SIGN UP at ahml.info/research/jobs.

Path to Career Readiness: The Starting Line Wednesday, September 25, 6–7:30 p.m. / Training Center

Get started on the library’s self-directed Path to Career Readiness program (ahml.info/careerpath), which uses a combination of in-library classes and online learning tools to help job seekers build essential skills for their careers. In this class, a librarian will introduce the program, get you registered and demonstrate the tools you’ll use along the way. REGISTER

Beginning Genealogy Wednesday, September 4, 7–8:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room REGISTER

Genealogy Discussion Thursday, September 5, 7–8 p.m. / Shackley Room

Monthly meeting to share genealogy projects and research resources. DROP IN

Swedish Genealogy Research Help PROGRAMS FOR

BUSINESS NONPROFIT AND

SCORE Business Mentoring at the Library Thursdays, September 5 and 19, October 3 9 a.m.–noon / Appointment Room

One-hour mentoring meeting with SCORE volunteer business mentors, a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. SIGN UP at northchicago.score.org/Arlington-Heights-library.

Introduction to Pinterest for Business Wednesday, September 25, 10–11 a.m. / Training Center

Learn the ins and outs of this social media platform and determine if your business can benefit from adding Pinterest to your marketing strategy. REGISTER

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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS MEMORIAL LIBRARY

Wednesday, September 11, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Shackley Room

One-hour appointments available. SIGN UP at ahml.info/research/genealogy.

Illinois State Genealogical Society: Resources and History Tuesday, September 17, 11 a.m.–noon / Cardinal Room

Join Laura Marshall Kovarik, President of the Illinois State Genealogical Society, for an overview of genealogy in Illinois over the last 50 years, including ISGS resources to help with your research. REGISTER

Stories in Stone: Decoding the Sentiment Behind Cemetery Symbolism Friday, October 4, 7–8:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room

Have you ever wandered through a cemetery and wondered about the meanings of the designs carved on old gravestones? Take a virtual tour of several cemeteries and find out. REGISTER

PROGRAMS AT THE

SENIOR CENTER

Travelogs

At the Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Rd. For more information, call 847-870-3710.

Film Discussion Circle Tuesday, September 3 1 p.m.

Discussion led by Ted Balcom follows a showing of Green Book (2018), 130 minutes, PG-13. DROP IN

Memory Café

Tuesday, September 10 10–11:30 a.m.

Monthly gathering for persons living with dementia and a family member, friend or care partner. Meets the second Tuesday of each month. Includes social time, activity and snack.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED Call 847-253-5532. Presented in partnership with AgeOptions, Catholic Charities, Arlington Heights Park District and the Village of Arlington Heights Senior Center.

Fridays, 10 a.m.

September 6, 13, 20 Travel movies and documentaries. DROP IN

Current Events Thursdays, 10 a.m.

September 5, 12, 19, 26 Seating is limited to 50.

DROP IN

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

Elevation by Stephen King. Books available in Senior Center Reading Room. DROP IN

Popular Books Discussion Wednesday, September 11, 10 a.m.

The Feather Thief by Kirk Wallace Johnson. Books available in Senior Center Reading Room. Presented as part of One Book, One Village. DROP IN

Computer Interest Group Wednesday, September 11, 1 p.m.

Novice and experienced computer users discuss technology and exchange advice on computer problems. Tablet users welcome. DROP IN

Senior Center Open House Sunday, September 15, noon–3 p.m.

Sign up for a library card and meet former Bears player Dan Hampton. DROP IN

Netherlands and Belgium Slide Tour Friday, September 27, 10 a.m.

Gene Flynn shares highlights of his trip to these countries. DROP IN SEPTEMBER 2019

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CLASSES REGISTER BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 1 at the Info Desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info. See the events calendar on our website, ahml.info/techclasses, for class descriptions. All sessions are in the Training Center, unless otherwise noted, and are limited to Arlington Heights cardholders only.

BASIC COMPUTER & TABLET SKILLS

SOCIAL MEDIA

Basic Computer Skills

Twitter Fundamentals

Wednesday, September 4 10–11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, September 18 1:30–3 p.m.

Beginning Computing with Windows 10

Using Craigslist

Wednesday, September 4 7–8:30 p.m.

Using Your Mac: Basics Thursday, September 5 1:30–3 p.m.

How to Use Your Android Device Thursday, September 5 7–8:30 p.m.

Monday, September 23 7–8:30 p.m.

Facebook: Beyond the Basics Thursday, September 26 1:30–3 p.m.

KEEPING CURRENT WITH TECHNOLOGY Backing Up Your Digital Photos

How to Use Your iPad

Tuesday, September 17 7–8:30 p.m.

Monday, September 16 1:30–3 p.m.

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Tuesday, September 10 1:30–3 p.m.

Word 2016: Basics Wednesday, September 11 7–8:30 p.m.

PowerPoint 2016: Basics Thursday, September 12 10–11:30 a.m.

Excel 2016: Intermediate Tuesday, September 17 1:30–3 p.m.

Wednesday, September 18 7–8:30 p.m.

Friday, September 6, 1:30–3 p.m.

How to Use Your iPad’s Apps

Excel 2016: Basics

Word 2016: Intermediate

Beginners’ Internet

Monday, September 9, 1:30–3 p.m.

MICROSOFT OFFICE

PowerPoint 2016: Intermediate Thursday, September 19 10–11:30 a.m.

Excel 2016: Charts and Graphs Tuesday, September 24, 2–3 p.m.

Oculus Rift: Making Virtual Reality a Reality

PowerPoint 2016: Transitions and Animations

Saturday, September 28, 1–3 p.m.

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

Thursday, September 26 11 a.m.–noon

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CREATIVE & DIGITAL MEDIA Digitize Your Records and Cassettes Wednesday, September 11, 10–11:30 a.m.

Video Editing with iMovie Friday, September 13, 2–4 p.m.

Intro to 3D Printing and Computer-Aided Design Thursday, September 19, 1:30–3 p.m.

Adobe Premiere: Video Editing Basics Monday, September 23, 2–4 p.m.

Digitize Your Home Movies Tuesday, September 24, 10–11:30 a.m.

NEW! Making Photo Slideshows

Senior Center Tech Classes Classes feature small class size and handson instruction. All classes from 9 a.m.–noon.

REGISTER at ahml.info or 847-392-0100.

Complete class schedules and course descriptions are available at ahml.info/services/ senior or in the Senior Center Reading Room.

Need extra assistance choosing the right class?

Get registration assistance in the Senior Center Computer Room on Monday, September 9, from 9–11 a.m.

NEW Basic Photo Editing Wednesdays, September 18, 25 (two-day class) Use free Photos app to manage and edit photos on your Windows 10 PC. Transfer photos from an external drive, smartphone or tablet.

Wednesday, September 25, 1:30–3 p.m.

You’ve digitized all of your photos, now what?

We’ll show you how to make a slideshow with custom background music, transitions and timings using PowerPoint.

Internet

Digitize Your Slides and Photos

Fridays, September 13, 20 (two-day class) Thursdays, September 26, October 3 (two-day class)

Friday, September 27, 1:30–3 p.m.

Mondays, September 23, 30 (two-day class)

iPad & iPhone Basics

iPad & iPhone Accessibility Thursday, September 19

INTERNET & LIBRARY RESEARCH Kanopy & hoopla: Streaming Videos and More Monday, September 16, 7–8:30 p.m.

Learn how to use hoopla and Kanopy to stream popular movies, TV shows, music and audiobooks on iPad/Android tablets, smartphones or your computer.

One-on-One eReader Help Make a ½-hour appointment to go over the basics of using your eReader (iPad, Android, Nook, Kindle Fire, etc.) to download library eBooks. Call 847-392-0100 or visit ahml.info/appointment.

iPad & iPhone Photos Monday, September 16

NEW iPad & iPhone Mail Organize your email accounts, find mail from your most important contacts, and customize your mail settings.

Fridays, September 27, October 4 (two-day class)

iPad & iPhone Settings 1 Tuesday, September 24

Windows 10 Essentials Tuesdays, September 10, 17 (two-day class)

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Arlington Heights Memorial

LIBRARY

Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 North Dunton Avenue Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Nonprofit Organization U.S. POSTAGE PAID

Carol Stream, IL Permit #272

500 North Dunton Avenue 847.392.0100 | TTY: 847.392.1119 ahml.info

HOURS Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–10 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m.–8 p.m.

Sunday: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.

POSTAL PATRON ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL

LIBRARY BOARD Meeting schedule - ahml.info/attend/board PRESIDENT Greg Zyck | 847-507-2336 gzyck@ahml.info VICE PRESIDENT/SECRETARY Carole Medal | 847-506-2683 cmedal@ahml.info

WE LOVE OUR

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TREASURER John Supplitt | 847-506-2685 jsupplitt@ahml.info TRUSTEES: Andi Ruhl | 847-506-2684 aruhl@ahml.info Debbie Smart | 847-494-3707 dsmart@ahml.info Christine Tangney | 847-506-2686 ctangney@ahml.info Marianthi Thanopoulos | 224-762-8304 mthanopoulos@ahml.info EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Mike Driskell DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING Mary Hastings EDITORIAL SUPERVISOR April Harder WRITERS Pat Aichele William Tolan GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Brian Benson Colleen Kelly Stephanie Battista

Throughout September, show your card around town to get giveaway items, like a Trader Joe’s tote bag. Visit ahml.info for participating businesses. Visit the library during September and show us some library love at our #weloveourlibrary photo backdrop.

Printed with soy ink using paper from sustainable trees. The newsletter is available online at ahml.info/content/ library-newsletter.

Thank you to the Friends of the Library for their generous support of Library Card Sign-up Month. iPads provided by the Friends of the Library. For more information on getting a card, visit ahml.info/borrow/get-library-card.

Hearing Loop available in the Hendrickson Room

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September is National Library Card Sign-up Month. We’re celebrating with giveaways, including a drawing for two iPads (for new and current library cardholders). Check out an item at the library with your library card any time this month and you will automatically be entered to win (limited to one drawing entry per library card). Don’t have a card? Sign up for one at the library, on the bookmobile or at the Senior Center.

LIBRARY CLOSED MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 – LABOR DAY LIBRARY CLOSED

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