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Adult Online Programs Astronomy Using Your Eyes Monday, Aug. 10, 7:00pm
So much observation of our daytime and nighttime skies can be done without a telescope. Michelle Nichols explores celestial observations you can do with just your eyes. Registration required.
Spinecrackers Book Club - The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters Tuesday, Aug. 11, 7:30pm
Join us online to discuss The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters by Balli Kaur Jaswal, available with your library card on Hoopla as an ebook or eaudiobook. Registration required.
How Corn Changed Itself, Then Everything Else Wednesday, August 12, 7:00pm
Cynthia Clampitt explores the history of corn, which started as a weedy grass native to Mexico, and then grew to shape the modern world, building both cities and cuisines. Registration required.
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, Aug. 13, 11:30am
Join instructor Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, online for a gentle session of guided meditation and chair yoga. Registration required.
Library Apps: Libby & Overdrive Basics Thursday, Aug. 13, 5:00pm
Want to become more familiar with using Libby and Overdrive on your phone or computer? Join us in this informal Zoom meeting for an easy introduction. (NOT for Kindle users.) Registration required.
Senior Connections - The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen Friday, Aug. 14, 10:30am
Join us for our monthly book discussion, offered in partnership with the Mundelein Park & Recreation District. August’s book is The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen. Registration required.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton Monday, Aug. 17, 7:00pm
Laura Keyes portrays women’s rights crusader Elizabeth Cady Stanton in 1866, after the Civil War is over but when the battle for Women’s Suffrage is just beginning. Registration required.
Getting to Know Goodreads Tuesday, Aug. 18, 7:00pm
Join us on Zoom to go over how to set up a Goodreads account, and use the basic features of the website. Registration required.
Summer Library Club BINGO
Great Books - Passing by Nella Larsen
All ages: print a BINGO card or use the newsletter you received in your mail! Complete the activities at your own pace and then contact us to claim your rewards.
Great Books is a monthly book discussion of enduring works of literature and history. This month’s book is Passing by Nella Larsen. Registration required.
June 15 – Aug. 31
Saturday, Aug. 29, 10:00am