GHPLD May/June 2019 Newsletter

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A Universe of Stories Summer Reading Program 2019 Monday, June 10–Saturday, August 3 Embark on a journey to discover A Universe of Stories during this year’s Summer Reading Program. We invite youth (ages 2+) and adults of all ages to sign up and participate during this 8-week program.

Log your reading to earn tickets for a chance to win one of our grand prizes. Readers ages 0–17 will receive weekly prizes. Grand prize tickets can be picked up at the Youth or Adult Services Desks.

Registration starts Monday, June 10 at 9am at the Library or online at greenhillslibrary.org.

You can also conveniently log your reading through our website and the Beanstack app.

Summer Reading Kick-Off is back with Rainbow Cone and Strange Brew Cafe!

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May/June 2019

from the director

announcements Summer Reading Kick-Off! Monday, June 10 • 3:30–7:00pm Start the summer off right at the Library! Registration for the 2019 Summer Reading Program starts Monday, June 10 at 9am. Register at the Library or online at greenhillslibrary.org. Rainbow Cone and Strange Brew will be at the Library from 3:30–7:00pm giving out FREE ice cream or FREE cold brew to registrants!

Friends of the Green Hills Library Book Sale Presale Wednesday, May 8: 4–6pm* *Friends members only; join at the door for $5!

I was looking back at last year’s May/ June Newsletter and saw that as I was writing, we were under a severe weather threat with more rain and snow to come!

Here I am writing again, but this time from the comfort of my home as the Library is closed due to the polar vortex.

Luckily, by the time this newsletter is delivered, we will be enjoying much warmer weather!

I love history so I’m very excited to learn more about the six wives of Henry VIII at one of our adult program offerings in May. Only one of these ladies lives had a happy ending! When I was in school, I remember the way we learned about what happened to them was by this rhyme: “divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived!”

If you are looking for things to do this summer, make sure you register for our “100 Things to Do in Chicago. We live in a city full of wonderful amenities and we should take advantage of exploring our town. Space for this program is limited to 90 adults, so make sure you register.

And for all ages, we invite you to sign up for our Reading Program over the summer. It wouldn’t be Summer Reading if we didn’t have Rainbow Cone at the Library, so I look forward to joining you on Monday, June 10 for our annual ice cream treat!

-Jane Jenkins jjenkins@greenhillslibrary.org

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Open to the Public Thursday, May 9: 12–8pm Friday, May 10: 12–8pm Saturday, May 11: 10am–4pm Sunday, May 12: Noon–2pm

Friends of the Library Spring Meeting Thursday, May 23 • 6pm You’re invited to the Friends’ semi-annual meeting! Current members will receive a meeting agenda prior to the event. Non-members are welcome to join the Friends and learn about the organization’s ongoing efforts to support the Library. For more information, contact Friends President Amy Manta at amy.manta105@gmail.com.

Geocache Competition Saturday, June 3–Saturday, August 3 Visit participating area libraries using clues and coordinates to find hidden geocaches. For each cache you find at a participating library, you earn a drawing ticket for a $25 gift card. To be eligible for the drawing, your library card must be in good standing. All ages welcome.

Register and obtain your official clue card any time starting June 3. The last day to locate caches is Saturday, August 3. Let the adventure begin!

Crochet for Charity We have donated a total of 146 baby blankets, 1,054 pet beds, and 425 hats. This is an ongoing program, so bring in your donations anytime. We will accept items that are already completed or you can check out a bag with all the materials provided. We are always accepting yarn donations as long as the yarn is machine washable. All donations can be given to the Circulation Desk on the 2nd floor of the Library.

How to Register for Events Events marked with an asterisk (*) require registration. Registration takes place online and in-person. Registration by phone will not be accepted. Please see event pages for registration dates. A GHPLD Library card and PIN (last four digits of phone number) are required at time of registration. Non-residents may register for events online or in-person one week after registration opens to GHPLD cardholders. Register online at greenhillslibrary.org or visit the Adult Services Desk or Youth Services Desk.

Individuals with a disability, who require an accommodation for any of our events, please contact the Library at least five days prior to the event.

adult events Ageless Grace*

Marimo Aquariums*

Wednesday, May 29 • 2pm

Wednesday, May 1 • 2pm OR 6pm

Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room

Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room

This cutting-edge brain fitness program is based on neuroplasticity that activates all functions of the brain. These exercises, based on everyday movements that are natural and organic, focus on the healthy longevity of the body and mind. Adults only. Limit 40.

Craft a beautiful light bulb aquarium with faux plants, rocks, decorations, and a marimo! All supplies will be provided.

Patrons are limited to registering for one session. Adults only. Limit 20 per session.

The Six Wives of King Henry VIII with Martina Mathisen*

Unless otherwise noted, registration for Adult events starts Friday, April 19 at 9am for GHPLD cardholders.

Summer Reading Kick-Off! Monday, June 10 • 3:30–7:00pm Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room

Friday, May 17 • 10am Six women and six stories. These fascinating women led equally fascinating lives—apart from the manner in which they ended. Educational entertainer Martina Mathisen artfully interweaves tales of power, personality, and politics. Meet the Six Wives of Henry VIII and decide for yourself! Light refreshments will be provided. Adults only. Limit 90.

Register for Summer Reading on Monday, June 10 at the Library or online at greenhillslibrary.org and receive a free Rainbow Cone or free cold brew from Strange Brew Cafe!

Summer Salads with Chef Maddie*

Morning Movie: Green Book

Meditation for Peace and Well Being*

Tuesday, June 4 • 6:30pm

Friday, May 24 • 10am

Wednesday, May 22 • 6:30pm

Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room

Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room

Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room

Learn how to turn packaged greens into fresh summer salads. We’ll learn how to dress up salads with simple dressings and summer fruits and vegetables. Recipes and samples provided. Adults only. Limit 75.

Come to the Library for a morning movie! One lucky person will win a copy of the movie. Popcorn and drinks will be served. Adults only.

Join long time meditator Renate Lanotte, MS LCSW for this deep and engaging workshop. For new or advanced meditators. Adults only. Limit 60.

Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room

Chicago Botanic Garden Trip*

Iced Coffee 101*

Saturday, May 4 • 9:30am–4:30pm

Wednesday, June 12 • 6:30pm

Location: Chicago Botanic Garden

Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room

Visit the beautiful Chicago Botanic Garden with the Library! We’ll take a grand tram tour that travels 2.6 miles showing the entire garden grounds, highlights of 81 acres of lakes, nine garden islands, and panoramic views of these beautiful gardens.

Then we’ll dine on a gourmet lunch buffet. Trip fee is $40 for residents and $50 for nonresidents (cash or check please). Fee includes all costs including transportation.

No refunds. Registration starts Friday, April 19 at 9am in the 1st Floor Meeting Room.

There will be a limit of 2 registrations per each individual. Adults only. Limit 26.

Cool off, have a drink, and listen to the finer points of brewing iced coffee. Two different tastings of iced coffee along with a food pairing will be provided. Adults only. Limit 75.

If you are signed up for an event you cannot attend, please call the Adult Services Desk at (708) 598-8446 ext. 120 at least 24 hours before the event. Given the popularity of our events, patrons who do not cancel their registration more than 24 hours in advance will be considered No Shows. If a patron is considered a No Show for three events, he or she may be unable to register for future events, and will instead be placed on the waitlist.

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adult events Cake Pop Decorating* Monday, June 3 • 6:30pm Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Learn how to decorate perfect cake pops for your next party! We’ll cover all of the basics in this hands on class. All supplies will be provided.

Adults only. Limit 45.

Cactus Desert Garden* Tuesday, June 18 • 2pm OR 6pm

Fact & Fiction Book Group The Fact & Fiction Book Group meets at the Library each month. Facilitators will showcase the Library’s many books and resources related to that month’s book choice. Join us for lively conversation and great reads. Light refreshments will be provided. Copies of books and audiobooks will be available at the Circulation Desk one month prior to the discussion.

Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room

Thursday, May 30 • 7pm

Craft a beautiful desert garden filled with cool cacti, rocks, and sand.

Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room

Patrons are limited to registering for one session. Adults only. Limit 20 per session.

Inheritance: a Memoir of Genealogy, Paternity, and Love

Wednesday, June 12 • 6:30pm Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Molly Page, author of 100 Things to Do in Chicago Before You Die wants to help you explore everything Chicago has to offer. You’ll leave with tips for planning your staycation, discover ideas for your next date night, and learn about a few hidden gems to explore with the whole family. Adults only. Limit 90.

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Marimo Aquariums*...................2pm OR 6pm

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Chicago Botanic Garden Trip*...........9:30am

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100 Things to Do in Chicago*..............6:30pm

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Cake Pop Decorating*........................6:30pm

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The Six Wives of King Henry VIII*.............10am

22 Meditation for Peace*........................ 6:30pm 24 Morning Movie: Green Book....................10am 29 Ageless Grace*.......................................2pm 30 Fact & Fiction Book Group.......................7pm

June

by Dani Shapiro

100 Things to Do in Chicago*

Adult Calendar of Events May

Thursday, June 27 • 7pm Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room

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Cake Pop Decorating*........................6:30pm

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Summer Salads*..................................6:30pm

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Summer Reading Kick-Off!......... 3:30–7:00pm

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Iced Coffee 101*..................................6:30pm

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Morning Movie: Book Club......................10am

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Cactus Garden*..........................2pm or 6pm

24 Save it to the Cloud*..........................6:30pm 26

Woodstock’s Golden Jubilee*.............6:30pm

27 Fact & Fiction Book Group.......................7pm

Before We Were Yours

by Lisa Wingate

I Was There Man: Woodstock’s Golden Jubilee* Wednesday, June 26 • 6pm Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room

Save it to the Cloud* Monday, June 24 • 6:30pm Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Learn how to back up your documents, music, and photos to online cloud solutions, many of which are inexpensive or free.

Adults only. Limit 90.

Morning Movie: Book Club Friday, June 14 • 10am Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Enjoy a morning movie at the Library!

One lucky person will win a copy of the movie. Popcorn and drinks will be served. Adults only.

Over 400,000 people attended Woodstock for three days of peace and music which turned into four! ElliePresents brings you an ensemble cast with music, food, flowers, dance, drums, and some daring escapades all designed to bring that fantastic festival alive again. Come if you were there! Come if you wanted to! Come if you weren’t even born yet!

Adults only. Limit 65.

If you are signed up for an event you cannot attend, please call the Adult Services Desk at (708) 598-8446 ext. 120 at least 24 hours before the event. Given the popularity of our events, patrons who do not cancel their registration more than 24 hours in advance will be considered No Shows. If a patron is considered a No Show for three events, he or she may be unable to register for future events, and will instead be placed on the waitlist.

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teen events Unless otherwise noted, registration for Teen events starts Friday, April 19 at 9am for GHPLD cardholders.

DIY Color Swirl Table Lamp* Wednesday, June 19 • 6pm Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Make a cool room accessory! We will make beautiful table lamps that will give your bedroom a fun flair. Ages 10–17. Limit 30.

Teen Calendar of Events May

Natgirl Reads: Book Club* Join Miss Natalie for a fun book discussion.

Light refreshments will be provided.

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Trivia Night @ Strange Brew Cafe*...........6pm

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DIY Color Swirl Table Lamp*....................6pm

Copies of the book will be available at the Youth Services Desk one month before the book club meeting. If you do not pick up your book one week before the meeting, your spot will be forfeited and given to the next person on the waiting list. Ages 10–17. Limit 20.

23 Drop-In Retro Matchbook Minis...........3:30pm

Wednesday, May 29 • 6pm Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room

28 By Design*................................................6pm 29

Natgirl Reads*..........................................6pm

June 6

Cooking with Chef Maddie*.4:30pm OR 6pm

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DIY Marble Clay Accessories*..................6pm

25 By Design*................................................6pm 26 Natgirl Reads*..........................................6pm

New Kid

Summer Reading Kick-Off! Monday, June 10 • 3:30–7:00pm Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Register for Summer Reading on Monday, June 10 at the Library or online at greenhillslibrary.org and receive a FREE Rainbow Cone!

Cooking with Chef Maddie*

by Jerry Craft

Thursday, June 6 • 4:30pm OR 6pm Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room

Wednesday, June 26 • 6pm Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room

DIY Marble Clay Accessories* Wednesday, May 15 • 6pm

Camp

by Kayla Miller

Learn how to make yummy treats in this hands on program! Ages 10–17. Limit 15 per session. There are two sessions of this class and patrons are limited to registering for only one session.

By Design* Tuesday, May 28 • 6pm Tuesday, June 25 • 6pm Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room

Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room

Love clothing and design? Come to the Library to talk about great style and sustainable fashion! We will also do a fun DIY activity. Ages 10–17. Limit 30.

Miss Natalie will teach an amazing way to make beautiful marble patterns with clay! We will make jewelry, keychains, and more! Ages 10–17. Limit 30.

Service Opportunity Drop-In Retro Matchbook Minis Thursday, May 23 Drop in between 3:30–4:30pm Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room Come to the Library to make a super cute mini keepsake box! Ages 10–17.

Calling all students! We need volunteers to assist with the Summer Reading Program from June 10–August 3. All volunteers must be at least 12 years old. You can sign up at the Youth Services Desk starting Monday, May 13. There will be a mandatory volunteer training session on Wednesday, June 5 at 4pm. Questions? Call the Youth Services Desk at (708) 598-8446 ext. 117.

Trivia Night @ Strange Brew* Wednesday, May 8 • 6pm Location: Strange Brew Cafe 8650 W. 103rd St., Palos Hills Meet at Strange Brew Cafe and battle your friends at trivia! Refreshments from Strange Brew will be served, and prizes will be awarded! Ages 10–17. Limit 25.

If you are signed up for an event you cannot attend, please call the Youth Services Desk at (708) 598-8446 ext. 117 at least 24 hours before the event. Given the popularity of our events, patrons who do not cancel their registration more than 24 hours in advance will be considered No Shows. If a patron is considered a No Show for three events, he or she may be unable to register for future events, and will instead be placed on the waitlist.

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youth events Unless otherwise noted, registration for Youth events starts Friday, April 19 at 9am for GHPLD cardholders.

Summer Reading Kick-Off! Monday, June 10 • 3:30–7:00pm Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Register for Summer Reading on Monday, June 10 at the Library or online at greenhillslibrary.org and receive a FREE Rainbow Cone!

Come get face paintings and cool balloon art as a part of our kick-off!

Smarty Pants Balloons: Space!

Tuesday, June 18 • 6pm Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Go beyond the limits of imagination with Smarty Pants Balloons! Learn about the planets of our solar system and much more. Don’t miss the show-stopping finale as Smarty travels right into the heart of our sun with the world’s largest balloon! All ages welcome.

Family Movie Time Wednesdays at 3:30pm Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Enjoy a movie, popcorn, and juice!

Children of all ages and caregivers welcome.

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Tank Talk* Monday, June 3 • 3pm Location: Youth Services Department Learn about our amazing fish tank from an expert from Something Fishy. We will then have a ocean-themed storytime!

Children ages 5 and up.

June 5 Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse

Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Play bingo for prizes! Everyone is a winner! Children of all ages welcome. Caregivers must register as well. Limit 60.

Tuesdays at 6:30pm May 7, 14, 21, 28 Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room Ages 3–5 Feel free to come in your PJs to have some fun with stories, songs, and more! Registration is limited to 18.

Milk & Cookies Storytime @ Strange Brew* Tuesday, May 7 • 10am Tuesday, June 4 • 10am Location: Strange Brew Cafe, 8650 W. 103rd St., Palos Hills All children will get milk and cookies to snack on while they listen to stories. Registration is limited to 25 children. All ages.

Wiggles and Giggles Playdate* Friday, May 17 • 10am Friday, June 14 • 10am

Thursday, May 9 • 6pm

Thursday, June 27 • 6pm

Pajama Storytime*

Mary Poppins Returns

Alien Science!

Family Bingo*

Storytimes

Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Two curious kids venture into the forest to investigate a meteor, and find themselves mixed up with a family of visitors from another planet! Don’t miss this action-packed and educational alien adventure using science experiments for special effects. It’s totally out of this world! All ages welcome.

Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room Ages 0–23 months Come to the Library and have a baby playdate! We will dance to songs, play with bubbles, and more! Limit 18.

Multilingual Family Storytime* Tuesday, June 11 • 6pm Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room Learning: French Come to the Library and listen to fun stories, sing great songs, and learn words in a new language! Registration is limited to 25 children. All ages.

If you are signed up for an event you cannot attend, please call the Youth Services Desk at (708) 598-8446 ext. 117 at least 24 hours before the event. Given the popularity of our events, patrons who do not cancel their registration more than 24 hours in advance will be considered No Shows. If a patron is considered a No Show for three events, he or she may be unable to register for future events, and will instead be placed on the waitlist.

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youth events Science Lab* Unless otherwise noted, registration for Youth events starts Friday, April 19 at 9am for GHPLD cardholders.

Wednesday, May 15 • 6pm Wednesday, June 19 • 6pm

Youth Calendar of Events May

Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room Go full STEAM ahead as we conduct science experiments. Children of all ages welcome, but under 6 must be assisted by a caregiver. Limit 25.

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Skills Stress & Anxiety Management* Thursday, June 20 • 4pm Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room

Learn methods to ease your anxiety and stress.

Children ages 6 and up. Limit 15.

Family Movie Time................................. 3:30pm

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Milk & Cookies Storytime*........................10am

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Eco Club*...................................................6pm

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Alien Science..............................................6pm

13 Learning ASL*.............................................4pm

Learning ASL*

15 Science Lab*..............................................6pm

Monday, May 13 • 4pm

16 Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood*........................4pm

Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room

17 Wiggles and Giggles Playdate*................10am

Come to the Library and learn sign language with Miss Mary! Children ages 0–5. Limit 20.

20 Zumba*......................................................6pm 21 Passport Pals*............................................6pm

June 4

Milk & Cookies Storytime*........................ 10am

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Family Movie Time................................. 3:30pm

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Multilingual Family Storytime*....................6pm

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Passport Pals*............................................6pm

Lunar Cartooners*

Passport Pals*

Thursday, June 20 • 6pm

Tuesday, May 21 • 6pm

Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room In this new cartooning class from Mark Anderson, kids will draw space creatures, aliens, and more! At the end of class, kids get to see their weird space creations surprise an astronaut ON THE BIG SCREEN! Children ages 5 and up. Limit 25.

Exploring: Belgium

12 Eco Club*...................................................6pm

Tuesday, June 11 • 6pm

13 Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood*........................6pm

Exploring: Argentina Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Explore the world! Every month we will travel to a new country to learn about their history and culture. Children ages 7 and up. Limit 25.

14 Wiggles and Giggles Playdate*................10am 17 Zumba*......................................................6pm 18 Smarty Pants Balloons: Space!...................6pm 19 Science Lab*..............................................6pm 20 Stress & Anxiety Management*.................4pm 20 Lunar Cartooners*......................................6pm 27 Family Bingo*.............................................6pm

Zumba*

Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood*

Eco Club*

Monday, May 20 • 6pm Monday, June 17 • 6pm

Thursday, May 16 • 6pm Thursday, June 13 • 6pm

Wednesday, May 8 • 6pm Wednesday, June 12 • 6pm

Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Let’s get moving! Zumba is a workout that combines dancing and fun! Children ages 5 and up. Limit 25.

Location: 1st Floor Meeting Room Come to the Library and watch classic episodes of Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood.

We will discuss what we learned in the episode and make a fun craft!

Children ages 5 and up. Limit 25.

Location: Ground Floor Meeting Room Join Miss Emily as you watch a video, play a game, and make a craft all about a nature topic that you voted on. Children ages 6 and up. Limit 25.

If you are signed up for an event you cannot attend, please call the Youth Services Desk at (708) 598-8446 ext. 117 at least 24 hours before the event. Given the popularity of our events, patrons who do not cancel their registration more than 24 hours in advance will be considered No Shows. If a patron is considered a No Show for three events, he or she may be unable to register for future events, and will instead be placed on the waitlist.

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10331 S. Interlochen Dr. Palos Hills, IL 60465

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Upcoming Titles

Library Hours Monday–Friday: Saturday: Sunday:

9am–9pm 10am–5pm 12–4pm

Expected Release Date May 7, 2019

Sunset Beach by Mary Kay Andrews

May 7, 2019

The Kremlin Strike by Dale Brown

Rick Kelleher, President

May 7, 2019

The Stone Circle by Elly Griffiths

Stephen Culen, Vice President

May 7, 2019

Tightrope by Amanda Quick

May 7, 2019

Blessing in Disguise by Danielle Steel

Patricia Parise

May 14, 2019

Resistance Women by Jennifer Chiaverini

Steve Stratakos

May 14, 2019

The Never Game by Jeffery Deaver

May 14, 2019

The Night Window by Dean Koontz

May 14, 2019

If She Wakes by Michael Koryta

May 20, 2019

My Life as a Rat by Joyce Carol Oates

May 21, 2019

The Summoning by Heather Graham

June 3, 2019

Unsolved by James Patterson

Closed

June 4, 2019

The Stiehl Assassin by Terry Brooks

Monday, May 27 • Memorial Day

June 4, 2019

Whiskers in the Dark by Rita Mae Brown

June 4, 2019

City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert

June 4, 2019

The Friends We Keep by Jane Green

June 4, 2019

Wherever You Go by Tracie Peterson

June 11, 2019

The Hive by Orson Scott Card

June 11, 2019

The Summer of Sunshine by Susan Mallery

Library Board of Trustees

Tom Hanes, Treasurer Noula Angelos, Secretary

Azmi Mohammad Jane Jenkins, Library Director Upcoming Board Meetings: Monday, May 20 • 5:30pm Monday, June 17 • 5:30pm

Special Hours Friday, May 3 • Staff Development Day

Closed Friday, June 7 • Department Meetings Closing at 5pm

Photo Policy The Green Hills Public Library District may photograph Library visitors. Such photos are for Library use and may be published in Library publicity materials. Notify staff if you do not wish to be photographed.

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