MY LIBRARY NEWSLETTER | September • October 2021

September • October 2021

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FOUNDATION

DRIVE-IN BINGO RAISES $1,200 FOR LIBRARY On a hot May evening, 80 cars parked in the library after hours to experience Indian Trails Library’s first Drive-in Bingo. Normally an indoor event, the pandemic forced this popular event outside to allow for social distancing.

Despite a few challenges with our sound system, feedback from the event was overwhelmingly positive.

Thank you to everyone who participated in this event and shared their thoughts.

SHOUT OUT TO OUR SPONSORS WHO PROVIDED PRIZES FOR THE EVENT: Buffalo Grove Park District • Cafe Zupas • Chicago Bears • Chicago Botanic Garden • City Works • Egg Harbor • El Famous Burrito • Giordano’s Pizza • Heffy’s Hot Dogs • Lou Malnati’s • Rise n’ Dine • Royal Touch Car Wash & Detailing • Saranello’s • Starbucks • The Best Salon & Spa • The Original Granny’s • Woodman’s • Wheeling Park District • Wilson Sports Equipment • Wynburg Cafe

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“I thought it was a lot of fun!

Staff did a great job running!

Really was a fun, new event!”

“My family and I loved it and had a great time! Hope we can do it again sometime soon!”

...Would you believe if I said I got these vintage editions for $1-$2?

“Offer it monthly!”

I got them at a sale from my library @indiantrailslibrary they had the best new & old books for sale and I snagged these 4 classics + 2 more books that I’ve been wanting to read. WILDERNESS TIPS because its Atwood BELOVED because i love it and don’t own a physical copy. CRIME AND PUNISHMENT, although I know I’m never going to read it, its good to have a well preserved early B&N edition at home, you know THE AGE OF INNOCENCE for the same reason as C&P also, the cover is gorgeous ONCE UPON A RIVER because its a favourite for many readers + its magical realism storyline. ORANGE WORLD because I love short stories + dystopian world + Swamplandia is one of my fav story collections!

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FOUNDATION Fall StoryWalk® Explore the outdoors with the Indian Trails Library StoryWalk®.

GREEN LAKE PARK 1101 Green Knolls Dr., Buffalo Grove Search for signs of fall as you read The Very Last Leaf by Stef Wade. A StoryWalk is a creative way for families to take a walk on an accessible trail while reading a special story. Kids will love the anticipation of following the path and finding the next story post, and everyone can enjoy the calming effects of reading outdoors. Signs also feature suggested activities, creating an interactive early literacy experience and a connection to nature.

StoryWalk Supporters For many years ITPLD Youth Services envisioned bringing a Storywalk to the community. In 2020, the Foundation partnered with library staff and the Buffalo Grove Park District to fund this much anticipated program. This unique outdoor feature offers families the chance to wander the park reading a specially chosen book mounted on stands.

The books selections are made by Youth Services and change seasonally.

Share your experience with the hashtag #greenlakestorywalk StoryWalk is a joint project between the Buffalo Grove Park District and the Indian Trails Library and proudly funded by the ITPLD Foundation.

The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont and developed in collaboration with the Vermont Bicycle and Pedestrian Coalition and the Kellogg Hubbard Library. StoryWalks have been installed in 50 states

These generous supporters who made donations of $100 or more to support the StoryWalk are recognized on a plaque inside Youth Services at the main library. Donations are accepted year round for the StoryWalk.

Sheila Anderson Louise Barnett Catherine Burns Sharon Hull Cindy Fuerst Gift from Bruce D. Matthews Rose Johnson

and 13 countries.

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STORYTIMES

SUPER SATURDAY

Videos are available on-demand at ITPLD

STORYTIME WITH MISS KATIE Fridays: September 10 & 24 and October 8 & 22 Recommended for babies and toddlers. Access short stories, songs and fingerplays for babies and caregivers to enjoy together online. NR

DIDGERIDOO DOWN UNDER Saturday, September 18 The DDU Show is a high-energy, Australia-themed show that combines music, culture, comedy, storytelling and audience movement and participation. The didgeridoo has been played by Aboriginal Australians for at least 1,500 years and is known for its otherworldly sound. But DDU is much more than music. It’s interactive, educational, motivational and super fun. You’ll learn about Aussie culture, animals and more, all while moving and grooving to the pulsing rhythms of the didge. NR

BILL COOK MAGIC SHOW Saturday, October 16 Combining music with mind-blowing magic, Bill Cook’s show features comedy and drama. His ability to entertain both young and old alike, makes him one of the most versatile performers working today. Three-time award winner at the prestigious World Magic Seminar in Las Vegas, Bill Cook has been hailed by his peers as the Young Master of Magic with his new, fresh and exciting dimension of entertainment. NR

TODDLER ZOOM STORYTIME Tuesdays: September 14 and October 12, 10-10:30 am Ages 2-3 with a caregiver. Join Miss Lori for stories, rhymes and songs. R

ZOOM TO BED STORYTIME Thursdays: September 23 and October 21, 6:30-7 pm Ages 3-7 with a caregiver. What better way to wind down with your family after a long day than a live, interactive storytime.

Enjoy books, songs and rhymes while building early literacy and listening skills at home. R

PRESCHOOL ZOOM STORYTIME Tuesdays: September 28 and October 26, 10-10:30 am Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Miss Katie explores the world around us with stories, rhymes and music. R

MAGICAL MYSTERY READER Thursdays: September 30 and October 28 September craft pickup: September 23-30 October craft pickup: October 21-28 Ages 4-8. Who is the Magical Mystery Reader today? What book will be read? The Mystery Reader will not be revealed until the end of the book. Can you guess before they reach the end? Register and pick up a craft to go along with the program. R

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Call to register and pick up your book at the drive-up window or the Kids Desk while supplies last. For online activities and resources about our books, access Padlet through our calendar link online. Read the book and join us for a discussion on the day of the program.

Books provided by the Helen N. Morrow Trust.

PAPERBACK PALS BOOK CLUB MAGIC TREE HOUSE: THE KNIGHT AT DAWN

BY MARY POPE OSBORNE Tuesday, September 14, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins August 10.

A castle with a secret passage! That’s what Jack and Annie find when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to the Middle Ages for another wild adventure. In the Great Hall of the castle, a feast is underway.

But Jack and Annie aren’t exactly welcome guests. R

A TO Z MYSTERY: THE TALKING T-REX

BY RON ROY Tuesday, October 12, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins September 14.

Meet Tyrone the Tyrannosaurus, Green Lawn’s newest and biggest visitor. The kids old friend Jud Wheat is in town and he’s raising funds for a dinosaur museum by taking the T. Rex on tour. But after the show in Green Lawn, all of Jud’s money disappears! Can Dink, Josh and Ruth Rose track down the cash and rescue Jud from this prehistoric pickle? R

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GRADES 2&3

BOOKWORMS CLUB THE HOMEWORK MACHINE

BY DAN GUTMAN Monday, September 13, 4-5 pm Thursday, September 16, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins August 2.

Doing homework becomes a thing of the past! Meet the D Squad, a foursome of fifth graders at the Grand Canyon School made up of a geek, a class clown, a teacher’s pet and a slacker. They are bound together by one very big secret: the homework machine. Because the machine, code-named Belch, is doing their homework for them, they start spending a lot of time together, attracting a lot of attention. Before long, things start to get out of control, and Belch becomes much more powerful than they ever imagined. R

11 BIRTHDAYS BY WENDY MASS Monday, October 4, 4-5 pm Thursday, October 7, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins September 13.

It’s Amanda’s 11th birthday and she is super excited - after all, 11 is so different from 10.

But from the start, everything goes wrong.

The worst part of it all is that she and her best friend, Leo, with whom she’s shared every birthday, are on the outs and this will be the first birthday they haven’t shared together.

The day after her birthday, Amanda wakes up to find her birthday is starting all over. What is going on?! And how can she fix it? R

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GRADES 4&5

YOUTH

BABIES READ, PLAY, CREATE!

FAMILY LEGO PROGRAM

Tuesday, September 7 Pick up supplies: September 7-24.

Monday, October 4 Pick up supplies: October 4-22.

Ages 6-24 months with a caregiver. Encourage learning through stories, songs and play at home. Register at the Kids

Wednesday, September 22, 6:30-7 pm Pick up supplies: September 15-22.

Wednesday, October 27, 6:30-7 pm Pick up supplies: October 20-27.

We’ll meet virtually to build Lego creations then share with others what we’ve made. Call to register and pick up

Desk or call to receive the kit that includes a book to keep, a handout with songs and rhymes and a unique activity. R

a Lego supply kit. Limit one supply kit per family. R

PRESCHOOL READ, PLAY, CREATE! Tuesday, September 7 Pick up supplies: September 7-24.

Monday, October 4 Pick up supplies: October 4-22.

Ages 25 months-4 years with a caregiver. Spark your child’s curiosity and encourage discovery at home. Enjoy building skills through stories, songs and play. Register at the Kids Desk or call to receive the kit that includes a book to keep, a handout with songs and rhymes, and a special activity. R

COOKING UP FUN Wednesday, September 8, 4-4:30 pm Pick up supplies: September 1-8.

Grades K-2. Watch a live demonstration, explore basic cooking skills and make easy treats. (Food items will not be supplied). R

FALL APPLE FUN Tuesday, September 21 Pick up supplies: September 14-21.

Grades K-1. Fall Apple Fun by Martha E. H. Rustad will inspire your autumn artwork. Watch the video for activity

BOOGIE BACK TO SCHOOL VIRTUAL ESCAPE ROOM Wednesday, October 6, 4-5 pm Grades 3-5. Join other kids in a virtual team environment.

Help each other figure out the clues to get your “Back to School” on. R

NARWHAL AND JELLY JAM Tuesday, October 19 Pick up supplies: October 12-19.

Grades K-1. Dive into the deep with Narwhal and Jellyfish, stars of this month’s book, Bubbles by Ben Clanton. Watch the video for activity demonstrations and use your supply kit to create outstanding ocean-themed projects. R

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN Thursday, October 21 Pick up supplies: October 11-21.

Grades 3-5. Let’s get cooking! Follow along with your recipe cards while watching a cooking demonstration, using the kitchen tools in your kit. (Food items will not be supplied). R

demonstrations and use your supply kit to create some a-peeling projects. R

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MIDDLE GROUND Grades 6-8 NO SYMBOL PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED IN PERSON OR COMPLETED AT HOME

TRIVIA SHOWDOWN Wednesday, September 22, 4:30-5:30 pm Are you a master of facts? Put your knowledge to the test and compete in our Trivia Showdown using Kahoot. R

ESCAPE ROOM Wednesday, October 13, 4:30-5:30 pm Put your minds to the test as you work together to solve this virtual escape room. Will you find the solution in time? R

CANDY SUSHI Monday, October 25 Pick up supplies: October 25 - November 1.

Using candy, create a treat that looks like sushi. Register to receive supplies and instructions to create your sushi candy at home. Share the finished product by emailing a picture to kidzone@itpld.org. R

Pick up supplies at the drive-up window or at the Kids Desk.

CRAFT MONDAYS Register to receive supplies and instructions for a craft project to create at home. Share the finished product by emailing a picture to kidzone@itpld.org. R Salt Painting Tuesday, September 7 | Pick up: September 7-14 Metal Tooling Monday, September 20 | Pick up: September 20-27 Paracord Bracelets Monday, October 4 | Pick up: October 4-11 Wooden Box Frames Monday, October 18 | Pick up: October 18-25

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MIDDLE GROUND Grades 6-8 MIDDLE SCHOOL

BOOK CLUB Books provided by the Helen N. Morrow Trust.

FROM THE DESK OF ZOE WASHINGTON

BY JANAE MARKS Monday, September 27, 7-8 pm Book pickup begins July 26.

Zoe Washington doesn’t know what to write. What does a girl say to the father she’s never met, hadn’t heard from until his letter arrived on her twelfth birthday, and who’s been in prison for a terrible crime - a crime he says he never committed. R

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Call to register and pick up your book at the drive-up window or the Kids Desk while supplies last.

CITY OF GHOSTS

BY VICTORIA SCHWAB Monday, November 22, 7-8 pm Book pickup begins September 27.

Ever since Cass almost drowned, she can pull back the veil that separates the living from the dead and enter the world of spirits. Her best friend is even a ghost. Things are already pretty strange, but they’re about to get much stranger. R

Are you looking for a challenge?

Read 100 books before your freshman year of high school and earn prizes along the way. Register at the Kids Desk or online through Beanstack to participate in this program.

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CROSSOVER Grades 6-12

ANIME CLUB Tuesdays: September 14 and October 19, 7-8 pm Watch Anime, vote on what to watch next time and make new friends. R

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS Monday, October 25, 7-8 pm Pick up supplies: October 11-18.

Whether you’re an expert at D&D or just starting out, this group is for you. Pick up your dice and character sheets at the Youth or Adult Services desk. R

HIGH SCHOOL Grades 9-12 PAPER ROOM DECORATIONS

A TALE OF TWO CHICAGOS

Thursday, September 2 Make paper decorations to brighten up any room. Pick up supplies beginning August 26 at the Adult Services Desk. R

Tuesday, October 12, 7-8:30 pm Grade 9 - Adult As Chicago emerged from the Great Fire as a world class city, another legend was beginning. By the brilliant light of the World’s Fair, the shadow of murder was falling. To learn more, join Clarence Goodman for A Tale of Two Chicagos: The White City & the Murder Castle of Englewood. R

CONSTELLATION COASTERS Thursday, September 23 Make out of this world coasters with just a few simple supplies. Pick up supplies beginning September at the Adult Services Desk. R

SPOOKY JARS Thursday, October 14

SCARY SNACKS Thursday, October 7 Make seasonal spooky snacks. Registrants will receive an email one week before the program listing the ingredients needed and the recipes you’ll learn to make. R

VOLUNTEER KITS Thursday, September 30 and Friday, October 29 Pick up a Volunteer Craft Kit at the Adult Services desk between 9 am and 9 pm on the program dates. Complete each craft by the end of each month and return it for one hour of community service time.

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Get ready for the spookiest time of year with these quick DIY Halloween decorations. Pick up supplies beginning October 5 at the Adult Services Desk. R

HYBRID PROGRAMS Hybrid programs offer two ways to participate in the same program: in-person at the library or online via Zoom. Register for either the in-person program (attendance limited) or the live Zoom program, hosted at the same date and time.

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HIGH SCHOOL Grades 9-12

Register and pick up your free book at the Adult Services Desk.

Books provided by the Helen N. Morrow Trust.

ATHENA PROTOCOL BY SHAMIM SARIF

Receive 2 hours of volunteer time for reading and attending this book club.

Monday, September 13, 7-8 pm | Book pickup begins August 5.

Jessie Archer is a member of the Athena Protocol, an elite organization of female spies who enact vigilante justice around the world. Athena operatives are never supposed to shoot to kill—so when Jessie can’t stop herself from pulling the trigger, she is kicked out of the organization, right before a huge mission to take down a human trafficker in Belgrade. Jessie needs to right her wrong and prove herself, so she starts her own investigation into the trafficking. But going rogue means she has no one to watch her back as she delves into the horrors she uncovers. R

ESL BEGINNING CLASS

FALL QUARTER

Mondays and Fridays: 9-10:30 am Wednesdays: 4-4:40 pm Learn basic words to describe family, home, food and other simple phrases. R

SEPTEMBER 27-DECEMBER 10 (NO CLASSES NOVEMBER 22-26)

REQUIREMENTS • Email address • Personal device or computer • Attending all classes is vital to successful progress • You are automatically registered for all classes when you register • Limit 20 per class • Register for these classes by emailing eslvolunteer@itpld.org or by calling the Adult Services Desk at 847.459.4100 ext. 3 • Registration ends after October 15.

INTERMEDIATE CLASS Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays: 10 am-1 pm Learn simple phrases for shopping, interviews and getting around. R

ADVANCED CLASS Tuesdays and Thursdays: 1-4 pm Learn about different forms of English grammar, such as idioms, phrasal verbs, metaphors and similes. R

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LAUNCH PAD NO SYMBOL PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED IN PERSON OR COMPLETED AT HOME

MASON JAR LID PIN CUSHION

Thursday, September 9, 6:30-7:30 pm Ages 14 and older. Make a simple mason jar lid into a charming little pin cushion for sewing, cross stitch, or other needlepoint activities. Supplies will be provided. R

MASON JAR LID PIN CUSHION Friday, September 24 Ages 14 and older. Make a simple mason jar lid into a charming little pin cushion for sewing, cross stitch, or other needlepoint activities. Supply kits are available for pick up one week before the program. R

FALL WREATHS Tuesday, October 5, 6:30-7:30 pm Ages 14 and older. Create an autumn wreath to enhance your seasonal decor. Supplies will be provided. R

HALLOWEEN WREATH Wednesday, October 6 Ages 14 and older.

Create a Halloween wreath to enhance your seasonal decor.

Supply kits are available for pick up one week before the program. R

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LASER ENGRAVED PUB GLASSES Thursday, October 7, 6-7:30 pm Ages 14 and older. Learn how to design text using Inkscape, then have your design engraved onto a pub glass. Pick up your personalized pub glass after participating. This program meets in the Training Lab on the second floor. R

LASER ENGRAVED PUB GLASSES Friday, October 8, 5-6 pm Ages 14 and older. Learn how to design text using Inkscape, then watch a video about the library’s laser engraver and participate in a Q&A session. Pick up your personalized pub glass after participating. R

MY GROWN UP AND ME: OWL NAME PLAQUE Monday, September 13, 10-11 am Ages 3-5 with an adult. Paint an owl name plaque to hang on your door or display at home. Miss Katie shares a storytime that complements our art. Limit: 3 kits per household. R

STITCH TOGETHER VIRTUAL MEET-UP Thursdays: September 16 and October 21, 6-8 pm Ages 16 and older. If your craft of choice uses needles or hooks, this group is for you. Bring your knit, crochet, embroidery or cross stitch projects already in process to work and chat with others. R

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NAVIGATING THINGIVERSE Friday, September 17, 5-6 pm Ages 12 and older. Thingiverse is a free website where modelers upload their 3D designs and download them to use. Explore the world of Thingiverse.com and search for 3D models online.

Participants can submit one 3D print for free after the class. R

THE PERFECT PREDATOR

BY STEFFANIE STRATHDEE Tuesday, October 26, 6-7 pm Registration begins September 14.

Ages 14 and older. Epidemiologist Steffanie Strathdee and her husband, psychologist Tom Patterson, recount their struggle to fight an antibiotic-resistant bacterial infection through phage therapy—the idea that the right virus can kill even the

RETRO COOKING: EAT THE ‘60S Monday September 20, 7-8 pm Ages 12 and older. Rev up your time machines! We’re taking your kitchen back to the 1960s. Cook along while Chef Kristyn Slick demonstrates favorite recipes of the ‘60s with a side of history. Recipes and a list of cooking tools will be emailed to registrants one week before the program. R

RETRO COOKING: EAT THE ‘70S Monday, October 11, 7-8 pm Ages 12 and older. Play some disco tunes and get groovy! We’re taking your kitchen back to the 1970s. Cook along while Chef Kristyn Slick demonstrates some favorite recipes of the ‘70s with a side of history. Recipes and a list of cooking tools will be emailed to registrants one week before the program. R

STITCH TOGETHER MEET-UP Monday, October 4, 1-3 pm Ages 18 and older. If your craft of choice uses needles or hooks, this group is for you. Bring your knit, crochet, embroidery or cross stitch projects already in process to work and chat with others. R

SCARECROW DECOR Friday, October 15 Ages 14 and older. Make a cute or creepy small scarecrow decoration for the fall and Halloween season. Details will be emailed to registered members. Supply kits are available for pickup one week before the program. R

most lethal bacteria. Books will be available for pickup after September 14 in the Launch Pad. R

Do you love surprises and trying new crafts?

Subscribe to the new Launch Pad Maker@Home subscription box service.

We’ll surprise you with a box of materials, tools and instructions for a fun new project. When you’re done, keep your finished product and return the box with the tools and leftover materials. Let us know if you’d like to keep your subscription and we’ll add you back on the list. Start your subscription by filling out the Maker@Home form on The Launch Pad page or call The Launch Pad, 847.459.4100 x277.

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MY GROWN UP AND ME: PUMPKIN ART

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Monday, October 18, 10-11 am Ages 3-5 with an adult. Make seasonal pumpkin art using a watercolor resist technique. Miss Katie shares a storytime that complements our art. Limit: 3 kits per household. R

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HYBRID PROGRAMS Hybrid programs offer two ways to participate in the same program: in-person at the library or online via Zoom. Register for either the in-person program (attendance limited) or the live Zoom program, hosted at the same date and time.

CITIZENSHIP CLASSES Thursdays: September 2, 9, 23 & 30 and October 7, 14, 21 & 28, 3-4:30 pm Prepare for your citizenship test in this small, online group class. Content includes speaking, reading and writing English, along with U.S. history and civics. Students receive a textbook to keep. Attendance is required for all sessions. Call the library to register and reserve your textbook tote bag for pickup at the Adult Services desk.

Questions: contact Elana Boiskin, HIAS Outreach & Education Specialist, 847.745.5405. R

NAME THAT TUNE Tuesday, September 21, 2-3 pm Guess the names of popular songs from the ‘40s through the ‘60s and earn the chance to win a prize. R

MISCELLANY AND MIRTH IN THE MIDWEST Saturday, October 2, 1-2 pm Musician and storyteller Dave Martin takes us on a romp through the Midwest, exploring the culture and storied history of the region.

He performs traditional and original songs while infusing quixotic anecdotes about his family’s place in America’s heartland. R

GHOULISH PLANTS AND THEIR FOLKLORE Tuesday, October 26, 7-8:30 pm Julia Zoltowsky of Windy City Harvest discusses plants with spooky histories and showcases various specimens during the program. R

MEDITATION FOR PAIN RELIEF THE WHYS AND WHENS OF CAR MAINTENANCE Tuesday, September 28, 7-8:30 pm Get an overview of car maintenance from Chaya Milchtein of Mechanic Shop Femme. Learn when to perform specific maintenance tasks including changing the oil and filters, checking tire pressure and coolant and more. R

Wednesday, October 27, 7-8 pm Whether your pain is physical or emotional, relaxation is a doorway to relief. Learn about the four levels of relaxation through a meditation practice. You’ll leave this workshop with a newfound respect for your body. R

JEOPARDY Monday, September 13, 2-3 pm Play Jeopardy along with library staff and fellow members. R

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HOMEBOUND SERVICES Members who are unable to visit the library due to a temporary or permanent disability or illness may request to receive items from the library through the U.S. Postal Service. Complete the Homebound Application at itpld.org/services/adults or contact Adult Services, 847.459.4100, ext. 3.

SERVICE SPECIFICS Must be an ITPLD member with a valid library card. n Available monthly or twice a month. n Limited number of items at a time. n Member must be able to receive large packages and return items by mail in a reusable pre-stamped package to the library. n There are no late or overdue fines, but fees are assessed for lost or damaged items, including the bag. n Items can be checked out for 6 weeks, with up to 3 renewals if another member has not requested the item. n

RISE & READ MORNING

BOOK DISCUSSIONS

Call the library or visit the Adult Services Desk to register and reserve a copy of the book for pickup at the hold shelf or drive-up window.

UNCOVERING ANCIENT EGYPT Tuesday, October 5, 2-3 pm Uncover Egypt’s secrets on our visit to the Pyramids of Giza, the Valley of the Kings, the temples near Luxor and Abu Simbel. Cruise the Nile, examine tomb paintings and reliefs and explore Ancient Egypt’s remarkable culture. R

THE BOOK OF LOST FRIENDS

BY LISA WINGATE Tuesday, September 14 or Thursday, September 16, 10:30-11:30 am Registration begins August 10.

Actual ‘lost friends’ advertisements that appeared in southern newspapers after the Civil War are brought to life as freed slaves desperately search for loved ones who had been sold off. R

A TALE OF TWO CHICAGOS Tuesday, October 12, 7-8:30 pm Grades 9-Adult As Chicago emerged from the Great Fire as a world class city, another legend was beginning. By the brilliant light of the World’s Fair, the shadow of murder was falling. To learn more, join Clarence Goodman for A Tale of Two Chicagos: The White City & the Murder Castle of Englewood. R

USING DNA FOR ADOPTION SEARCHES Monday, October 25, 7-8:30 pm Interested in learning more about DNA testing for adoption searches or genealogy? Kitty Cooper, genealogy and genetics blogger from San Diego, California, will share how to get started with DNA testing, find unknown biological parents, build your family tree and other methodologies used by genealogists. R

THE HENNA ARTIST BY ALKA JOSHI Tuesday, October 12 or Thursday, October 14, 10:30-11:30 am Registration begins September 14.

Escaping from an abusive marriage, 17-year-old Lakshmi makes her way to the vibrant 1950s pink city of Jaipur. She becomes the most highly requested henna artist—and confidante—to the wealthy women of the upper class. Trusted with the secrets of the wealthy, she can never reveal her own. R

SOCIAL JUSTICE BOOK CLUB DEAR AMERICA: NOTES OF AN UNDOCUMENTED CITIZEN

BY JOSE ANTONIO VARGAS Wednesday, September 29, 7-8 pm Registration begins August 15.

Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist Jose Antonio Vargas, called “the most famous undocumented immigrant in America,” tackles one of the defining issues of our time in this deeply personal book.

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ADULT

Great Decisions

Discussion Group

Exchange ideas about foreign policy issues facing America today in this informal, nonpartisan discussion.

Pick up a copy of the Great Decisions 2021 Briefing Book at the second floor Adult Services desk. Prior to each month’s program, read the designated chapter in the book.

Videos will be shown during the sessions.

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CHAPTER 6: THE KOREAN PENINSULA Friday, September 24, 10-11:30 am The Korean Peninsula is facing a defining era.

Attempts by South Korean President Moon Jae-in and former U.S. President Donald Trump to repair the rift between North and South have lost momentum as Pyongyang continues to test long-range missiles for its nuclear weapons program. As the rift between the U.S. and China grows further, South Korea may end up in the middle of the two superpowers. R

CHAPTER 7: ROLES OF INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS IN A GLOBAL PANDEMIC Friday, October 22, 10-11:30 am The Covid-19 pandemic thrust the World Health Organization (WHO) into the limelight, for better and for worse. While some of the Trump administration’s criticism of the organization is unfair, the response to the early stages of the pandemic left many experts wanting more from the WHO. What is the WHO’s role in responding to international pandemics? What can be done to improve the WHO’s response to future global health crises? R

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ADULT

Civic Spotlight is a monthly series aimed at engaging our members around issues that impact society, from local to global, through educational lectures, film screenings and community conversations.

MINDING THE GAP FILM SCREENING Tuesday, September 21, 6:30-8:30 pm Three young men bond through skateboarding to escape their volatile family life in their Rust Belt hometown. As they face their adult responsibilities, some unexpected revelations threaten their decade-long friendship. R

RICHARD ROTHSTEIN ON THE COLOR OF LAW Wednesday, October 13, 7-8 pm Author and researcher Richard Rothstein presents on the policies that led to racial segregation in American communities and what can be done to reverse these practices and work toward racial equity. Co-sponsored by multiple Illinois libraries, Racial Awareness in the North Shore (RAIN) and Together is Better Alliance (TiBA). R

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POUR A PAINTING

FAMILY CRAFT FRIDAYS

Fridays: October 1 & 8, 5:30-7:30 pm Ages 12 and older. Pour paint over a canvas to reveal a marbleized effect. Paintings will dry overnight and can be picked up at a later time. One project per family. Gloves and aprons are available. Call the Branch to register at 847.459.4101. R

Fridays: September 17 and October 15, 5:30-7 pm All ages. Create unique seasonal and theme-based projects. Supplies provided. NR

View our Branch video playlist on-demand on our YouTube channel.

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BUSINESS & CAREER NO SYMBOL PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED IN PERSON

RESUME REVIEW & CAREER COACHING APPOINTMENTS Thursdays: September 9 | October, 7 12-1 pm, 1-2 pm and 2-3 pm Thursdays: September 23 | October 21 5-6 pm, 6-7 pm and 7-8 pm Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. To land your dream job you need a professional skillset that includes a LinkedIn profile, strong interviewing skills, an understanding of the applicant tracking system - and so much more.

Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing and includes: Applicant Tracking System optimization n Career and interview coaching n Job scanning and search n LinkedIn refreshing n Personal branding. R n

SCORE BUSINESS MENTORING Schedule a free appointment today to get your business questions answered and put your business on the path to success. To make your appointment, register on our website: itpld.org/score-business-mentoring. You will be contacted by a SCORE mentor within 48 hours (Monday-Friday) to set up an appointment. R

SURVIVAL IN A DOWNTURN Wednesday, September 22, 6:30-8 pm What do you do when you lose your income? In this presentation, you’ll learn ways to thrive and be equipped with tools to survive a job loss. This program includes a mixture of content, poignant lessons and personal stories.

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EXPERT HELP FOR JOB SEEKERS Looking for a job or looking to get ahead in your current job? Visit careercollab.org to find online assistance, information and resources available to you at no cost.

HOW TO USE JOB BOARDS TO GET HIRED Thursday, October 28, 6:30-7:30 pm This lecture includes information for new graduates and experienced job seekers who want to know the tools and tips for using job boards in job searches. R

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DIGITAL CONNECTIONS

INTRO TO PODCASTS Wednesday, September 1 Learn about podcasts and why they are so popular. Explore different platforms for listening to them. R

TECH ASSISTANCE Mondays: September 13 | October 4, 2-2:45 pm or 3-3:45 pm Thursdays: September 23 | October 21, 10-10:45 am or 11-11:45 am Have a basic question about your phone, tablet, or computer? Chat with our experts about using technology and library apps. R

GOOGLE DRIVE Wednesday, October 13, 7-8:30 pm Learn how to save your photos and documents to your Google Drive. A Google account is required to access Google Drive. R

CUT THE CABLE Wednesday, October 20 Discover different ways to eliminate or lower your cable bill by streaming your movies and TV shows over the internet. NR

INTRO TO SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM Wednesday, October 27, 7-8 pm Stay connected with family and friends by sharing pictures through the social media app Instagram. R

THE CIRCLE BY DAVE EGGERS Tuesday, September 28, 7-8 pm Thursday, September 30, 10:30-11:30 am Book pickup begins August 15.

When Mae Holland is hired to work for the Circle, the world’s most powerful internet company, she feels she’s been given the opportunity of a lifetime. The Circle links users’ personal emails, social media and banking, resulting in one online identity and a new age of civility and transparency. Mae can’t believe her great fortune to work for the most influential company in the world, but soon finds out, all is not as it appears.

Call the library or visit the Adult Services Desk to register and reserve a copy of the book for pickup at the hold shelf or drive-up window. R

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MAIN LIBRARY

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355 Schoenbeck Rd.,Wheeling IL 60090

HOURS M–F Sat. Sun.

9 am–9 pm 9 am–5 pm 12–5 pm

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ECRWSS Postal Customer

LIBRARY BRANCH

99 E. Palatine Rd., Prospect Heights, IL 60070 Phone: 847.459.4101

BRANCH HOURS

M-F 1-8 pm Sat. 10 am-3 pm Sun. Closed Photos/videos may be taken during events.

REGISTRATION INFO

BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES President: Vice President: Treasurer: Secretary: Trustee: Trustee: Trustee:

Louise Barnett Vicky Baba Bruce D. Matthews Henry Hackney Jr. John Chu Don Roalkvam Andrew Sitshela

LOOK FOR THESE ICONS NEXT TO PROGRAMS VIEWABLE ON YOUTUBE AT A LATER DATE HYBRID IN-PERSON OR ZOOM NO SYMBOL PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED IN PERSON OR COMPLETED AT HOME

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brian D. Shepard

The Indian Trails Public Library District Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 pm. The public may attend the meeting via Zoom by clicking on the link in the meeting agenda on the events calendar on our website.

POP-UP

USED

BOOK

SALE

CONNECT WITH US Indian Trails Library indiantrailslib indiantrailslibrary flickr.com/photos/indiantrailslibrary youtube.com/indiantrailspubliclibrary

SALE

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 10 AM-2 PM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16 10 AM-2 PM

GREAT PRICES ON GENTLY USED BOOKS

FILL A BAG OF BOOKS FOR $5.

Prices range from $.25-$2.

Scanners permitted 12-2 pm

Bags provided.

SALES HELD IN FRONT OF THE LIBRARY LAST POP-UP SALES FOR THE YEAR.

STAY IN THE KNOW

All apps are free to download. Visit the downloadables link at itpld.org.

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WAYS TO REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS

LIBRARY CLOSINGS Monday, September 6

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Labor Day

Online: Click Events at itpld.org By phone: 847.459.4100 | Select option 1 Access our digital newsletter itpld.org/about-us/news-publications

Registration opens August 15 9 am

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