MY LIBRARY NEWSLETTER | April • May 2021

April • May 2021

MY LIBRARY Sheila Anderson

Louise Barnett Ochoa’s Mexican Grill

Amazon Smile Shoppers Michelle Franklin Cheyl Berman Melody Bickhem Cathy Burns Dorothea Colwell

Stephanie Demb

Samantha Smith Billings Toby Elrod Terri Herzog Debbie Gray Sharon Hull Rose Johnson Lakshmi Karpoor Donna Jones Barbara Kriegsmann Thomas Rhettinger Warren Lischett Mark Luboyeski Christine Melone Tamiye Meehan Vidya & Sanjay Nahar Neil Holman

Ursula Rzadkowski

Jatin Doshi Gene Looft Patricia Johnston

Rise ‘N Dine Pancake House Dianne Rahe Cathleen Reiff Richard Rosen JoAnn Revak

Book Sale Shoppers Kalsoom Saleem

Clair & Danny Saddler

Chipotle Michael Putz

Judy Zeller

Thank you donors 2020 | 2021 Nina Strezewski Kelly & Steve Wetle D’Agostino’s

Doris Wagner Facebook Donors

FROM THE DIRECTOR Early Voting Information LAKE-COOK ROOM Enter through south doors facing the park Monday, March 22 - Sunday, March 28 Monday-Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm

BEYOND 2020

Monday, March 29 - Sunday, April 4 Monday-Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm

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s daylight increases a few minutes every day, we see the promise of spring and the growth it brings to our surroundings. We turn our faces toward brighter days. Despite all of the challenges over the past year, the Indian Trails Public Library continued to find new ways to deliver on the services and collections that our community has come to expect. A few of our new service offerings include: n

New ITPLD app. Access your account, search the catalog, check program dates and times. These are just a few of the on-demand options available to you from your smart device. Download from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

Access “live chat” from our website home page to connect with staff. Look for the button at the bottom right of your computer or tablet screen. Click the n

button for answers to your questions.

NEW LIBRARY APP NOW AVAILABLE! Learn more indiantrailslibrary.org/library-app

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Monday, April 5 9 am - 5 pm

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Our programmers continue to create virtual programs and on-demand video content that cater to your comfort level. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay engaged with our latest programming.

We look forward to seeing you again at the library just as soon as you are ready but in the meantime we appreciate all the ways our community has supported us over the past year.

Brian D. Shepard, Executive Director

YEAR IN REVIEW [LiKe No OtHeR ]

Michelle Franklin

Samantha Smith Billings

Thomas Rhettinger

ZOOM BACKROUNDS FOR MEMBERS TO ENJOY Interested in trying out a Zoom background for your next meeting with friends, family or coworkers? We’ve created designs that celebrate the library. For local history buffs, select our nostalgic theme. Do you always find your way to the new materials shelves near the lobby? Show off your happy place. These themes are downloadable from our website.

VISIT ITPLD.ORG > SERVICES > VIRTUAL LIBRARY > ADULTS

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FOUNDATION WE’RE BACK!

DRIVE IN BINGO

POP-UP

USED

BOOK

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SATURDAY, APRIL 17 10 AM–2 PM OUTSIDE THE LIBRARY Featuring: adult and children’s fiction and nonfiction; adult materials in Spanish, Polish and Russian; and more.

Masks and social distancing required.

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DRIVE-IN BINGO FUNDRAISER Saturday, May 22, 5:30-7:30 pm Library Parking Lot $5/Bingo card (includes 10 games) $6.75 Superdawg meal (optional) Prizes awarded for each game.

Registration required through the library’s website.

Payment by credit card is required at the time of registration. Those wishing to pay by cash or check, contact Susan Dennison at 847.279.2222 or sdennison@indiantrailslibrary.org. Space is limited.

THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS

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The Foundation celebrates those who contributed to the library in 2020 and into 2021. Individual donations as well as restaurant giveback events and book sales offer a variety of ways to donate. We are grateful for every contribution across our community.

NEW BOOK COMING THIS SPRING Green Lake Park, 1101 Green Knolls Drive, Buffalo Grove Sponsored by the Park District of Buffalo Grove and the Indian Trails Library.

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 and 13 countries.

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SUPER SATURDAY

STORYTIMES

Videos are available on-demand at ITPLD

Tommy Terrific Magic Show

STORYTIMES WITH MISS LORI Wednesdays: April 7, 14, 21 & 28 and May 5, 12, 19 & 26 Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. Access interactive stories, songs and rhymes online. NR

TOMMY TERRIFIC’S BLACK HISTORY MAGIC SHOW Saturday, April 17, 11-11:45 am Tommy Terrific’s Wacky Magic performs a magic show about Satchel Paige and Negro League Baseball. The show is filled with baseball-themed magic tricks and will explore the life and accomplishments of baseball pitcher Satchel Paige. From his all-star touring shows, to his amazing records with the Negro Leagues, to his Hall of Fame induction as baseball’s oldest rookie and oldest player, Satchel Paige is a true American original. NR

STORYTIME WITH MISS KATIE Fridays: April 9, 16, 23 & 30 and May 7, 14, 21 & 28 Recommended for babies and toddlers. Access short stories, songs and fingerplays for babies and caregivers to enjoy together online. NR

MATT WILHELM’S VIRTUAL BMX STUNT SHOW Saturday, May 15, 11-11:45 am From the stage of “America’s Got Talent” comes Matt Wilhelm’s Amazing Virtual BMX Stunt Show. Wilhelm is a Guinness World Record Holder, two-time National Champion and World Championship silver and bronze medalist. Wilhelm’s virtual show features the same exciting tricks and character messages, and adds things that cannot normally be done during a regular show including glow-in-the-dark and GoPro filmed segments.

Matt will also attempt to break his Guinness World record during the show. NR

R = Registration required | NR = No registration

MAGICAL MYSTERY READER Thursdays: April 29 and May 27 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 programs. R April craft pickup: April 21-28 May craft pickup: May 19-26

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YOUTH

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GRADES 2&3

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 Zoom discussion on the day of the program. R Books provided by the Helen N. Morrow Trust.

BOOKWORMS CLUB

THE SEVEN TREASURE HUNTS

BY BETSY BYARS

THE WAR THAT SAVED MY LIFE

BY KIMBERLY BRUBAKER BRADLEY

Tuesday, April 13, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins March 9.

The Hunt is on. On Saturday, Jackson and his best pal, Goat, hide treasures for each other to find. It’s the hunt for the secret treasure and it’s so much fun that the boys decide to do it all over again. This time, the hunts will be trickier and the prizes will be outstanding until everything goes wrong. The best treasure of all disappears from its hiding place. Only one person could be responsible: the ogre, also known as Goat’s older sister, Rachel.

Can the two friends find the treasure before she gets the last laugh? R

Thursday, April 8, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins March 1.

This moving story of triumph against all odds is set during World War II. Ten-year-old Ada has never left her one-room apartment. Her mother is too humiliated by Ada’s clubfoot to let her outside. So when her little brother, Jamie, is sent away from London to escape the war, Ada sneaks out to join him. So begins a new adventure for Ada and for Susan Smith, the woman who is forced to take the two kids in. Will their bond be enough to hold them together through wartime? Or will Ada and Jamie fall back into the cruel hands of their mother? R

NARWHAL: UNICORN OF THE SEA

BY BEN CLANTON

FOUND

BY MARGARET PETERSON HADDIX

Tuesday, May 11, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins April 13.

Narwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do they love waffles, parties and adventures. Join Narwhal and Jelly as they discover the whole wide ocean together. R

Monday, May 3, 4-5 pm Book pickup begins April 5.

Thirteen-year-old Jonah has always known he was adopted. He and a new friend, Chip, who’s also adopted, begin receiving mysterious letters. The first one says, “You are one of the missing.” The second one says, “Beware! They’re coming back to get you.”

Jonah, Chip and Jonah’s sister are plunged into a mystery that involves the FBI, a vast smuggling operation, an airplane that appeared out of nowhere - and people who seem to appear and disappear at will. R

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GRADES 4&5

YOUTH

BREAK OUT OF ANIMAL ZOOM CLASS VIRTUAL ESCAPE ROOM Wednesday, April 7, 4-5 pm Grades 3-5. Join other kids in a virtual team environment on your computer. Your animal science class is frozen and your teacher is gone! Help solve animal puzzles to unfreeze the Zoom class. R

FAMILY LEGO PROGRAM Wednesday, April 28 Join us on the ITPLD Padlet for building challenges and ideas.

Call to register and pick up a Lego supply kit. Use them to build our monthly challenge or use your imagination to build a unique creation. Share what you’ve made at home on Padlet and we’ll display it online for others to see. Pick up supplies between March 31-April 28. Limit one supply kit per family. R

LITTLE LEARNERS: MAGNIFICENT MAGNETS Thursday, April 8 Ages 3-6 with a caregiver. Explore magnets in this STEMbased program. Watch the video together on the ITPLD YouTube channel for a demonstration and use the included handout to guide your discoveries at home. Register and pick up program supplies between April 1-8. R

MAGICAL MYSTERY READER Thursdays: April 29 and May 27 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. R April craft pickup: April 21-28 May craft pickup: May 19-26

MONDAY CRAFT Mondays: April 12 & 26 and May 10 & 24 Recommended for preschool through grade 3. Join us online for fun and easy crafts featuring supplies you have at home. NR

TRIVIA CHALLENGE FOR KIDS Wednesday, May 5, 4-5 pm Grades 3-5. Play with other kids in a virtual team environment on your computer. Test your knowledge of math, history, science, language arts and social studies. R

BALONEY AND FRIENDS BASH Tuesday, April 20 Grades K-2. What could be better than a new book series featuring four funny friends? Giggle along with Baloney and Friends by Greg Pizzoli in our video and use your supplies to create fantastic friendship crafts. Register and pick up supplies between April 13-20. R

ALL-STAR ATHLETES

ANIMAL CROSSING OPEN PLAY

FAMILY LEGO PROGRAM: SCHOOL’S ALMOST OUT!

Thursdays: April 22 and May 27, 6-7 pm All ages. Come visit our Animal Crossing for some open play.

Stop in at Nook’s Cranny, peruse the local museum, or spend some time taking in the local flora and fauna. Requires a Nintendo Switch, a copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons and an online account to participate. R

R = Registration required | NR = No registration

Tuesday, May 18 Grades K-2. Calling all sports fans! Take a fun time-out with our video and use your supplies to create spectacular sports-themed crafts. Register and pick up supplies between May 11-18. R

Wednesday, May 26, 6-7 pm Join us for a special end-of-the school year Lego building celebration. We’ll meet live on Zoom and build with Legos during our program and share with others what we’ve made.

Call to register and pick up a Lego supply kit. Registration with a valid email address is required. You will receive an email confirmation with instructions on how to join the program. Pick up supplies between April 28-May 26. Limit one supply kit per family. R

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MIDDLE GROUND Grades 6-8

MIDDLE SCHOOL

BOOK CLUB

Books provided by the Helen N. Morrow Trust

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

THE CARDBOARD KINGDOM

BY CHAD SELL

MIDDLE GROUND CRAFTS Register to receive supplies and instructions for a fun craft project to create at home. Pick up supplies at the drive-up window or at the Kids Desk. Share the finished product by emailing a picture to kidzone@itpld.org. R

CHALKBOARD SIGNS Pick up: April 5-12

Monday, May 24, 7-8 pm Book pickup begins March 22.

A neighborhood of kids turns ordinary boxes into colorful costumes and their ordinary block into a cardboard kingdom. This is the summer when 16 kids encounter knights and rogues, robots and monsters–and their own inner demons–on one last quest before school starts again.

Join us for an online Zoom chat with author Chad Sell on May 24. R

SLIME Pick up: April 19-26

ESCAPE ROOM BLANK CANVAS Pickup: May 3-10

STRESS BALL

Wednesday, April 28, 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

Pick up: May 17-24

JACKBOX GAMES Wednesday, May 19, 4:30-5:30 pm Join us for a fun time with friends playing virtual Jackbox Party Pack games. A mobile device will be required to participate in the games. R

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CROSSOVER Grades 6-12 Join a live online

program. | Videos are available on-demand at ITPLD

ANIME CLUB

ANIMAL CROSSING SCAVENGER HUNT

Tuesdays: April 6 and May 11, 7-8 pm Watch anime, vote on what to watch next time and make new friends. R

Wednesday, April 7, 6:30-7:30 pm Compete with friends in a scavenger hunt as you explore the library’s new Animal Crossing Island.

Requires Nintendo Switch, copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons and an online account to participate.

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AMONG US

DIY BELL BAGS Wednesday, April 7 After you’ve explored the library’s Animal Crossing Island, take a moment to craft your own bell bag. Once you’ve made one, maybe you’ll want to make more to pay down some of your debt to Tom Nook. The recipe card and all the necessary supplies are provided. Supply kits are available for pick up by registered members one week before the program. Details will be emailed to registrants after registration. R

Tuesday, April 20, 7-8 pm We will set up a private Among Us game and play together for an hour, while also hanging out on Zoom. R

HIGH SCHOOL Grades 9-12 RAIN GLOBE MAKING

VOLUNTEER KITS

FINALS CARE KIT

Monday, April 12 Staff members Shannan and Kristy teach you how to make rain globes.

Register and pick up supplies between March 29-April 12. R

Interested in earning community services hours? Complete a volunteer kit and return it to the Adult Services Desk to earn one hour of community service. Register to reserve your kit for pick up at the Adult Services Desk. R

Monday, May 24 Visit the library May 24 for some pre-test encouragement. You’ll receive a finals care package to give you the needed boost to finish the year strong.

Pick up between 9 am-8 pm. R

STAINED GLASS TREATS Wednesday, May 5 Join our staff in making a unique springtime treat that is tasty and fun.

Registrants will receive a supply list one week before the program. R

R = Registration required | NR = No registration

Kit 1 Pick up begins April 30 Deadline to turn in May 30 Kit 2 Pick up begins May 30 Deadline to turn in June 30

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LAUNCH PAD Join a live online

program. | Videos are available on-demand at ITPLD

YOGA FOR CREATIVES (AND EVERYONE ELSE TOO) Tuesday, April 27, 7-8 pm Ages 14 and older. Anna Egleston of Above Yoga, guides you through a gentle yoga practice to care for your body. You will need a yoga mat or beach towel and a blanket or second towel for padding. No previous yoga experience is necessary. If you have any physical limitations or concerns please check with your doctor before starting any new exercise. R

GUIDED MEDITATION FOR CREATIVITY Thursday, May 6 Ages 14 and older. Join Anna Egleston of Above Yoga, in a 20 minute guided meditation to access the creativity that already exists inside you. You may be surprised by what you discover. No previous meditation experience necessary. All that’s needed is an open mind and a comfortable, quiet place to sit. R

DIY FOCUS BOARD Monday, May 10 Ages 14 and older. Focus and access your creativity, or let your troubles go. Doodle, sketch or write with water and a brush on this special board, then watch it disappear for the next time you need a moment to focus. The video will guide you through making your own board. Details will be emailed to registrants after registration. R

DIY MEDITATION GARDEN Friday, May 21 Ages 14 and older. Learn to make a simple, calming, miniature meditation sand garden. Combine your supplies and arrange the pieces to your taste for a meditation garden to ground you when you need it most. Details will be emailed to registrants after registration. R

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STITCH TOGETHER VIRTUAL MEET-UP Mondays: April 5 and May 3, 1-3 pm Thursdays: April 15 and May 20, 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

MIXOLOGY WITH KELSEY MATHES Friday, April 9, 7-8 pm Ages 21 and older. Mixologist Kelsey Mathes shows you how to mix ingredients to create three delicious cocktails, all of which can be made to be non-alcoholic. Registrants will receive a supply list one week before the program. R

LASER ENGRAVED PUB GLASSES Friday, April 23, 5-6 pm Ages 14 and older. Watch a video about the library’s laser engraver and participate in a Q&A session afterwards. Pick up your own personalized pub glass after participating. R

THE BRANCH

VIEWABLE ON YOUTUBE AT A LATER DATE

Videos are available on-demand at ITPLD on the date listed.

INTRODUCTION TO TINKERCAD Friday, May 14, 5-6 pm Get started with Tinkercad, a free 3D modeling program.

Learn the basics of building with this easy-to-use browserbased software. Basic computer skills and a valid, non-school email address is required. You will be able to submit one free 3D print after the class. R

C.S.I. BOOK CLUB LAGOM: NOT TOO LITTLE, NOT TOO MUCH

BY NIKI BRANTMARK Books provided by the Helen N. Morrow Trust Tuesday, May 25, 6-7 pm Get CREATIVE, explore SCIENCE, and find INSPIRATION with the C.S.I. Book Club. By using the Swedish lifestyle as an example, Niki Brantmark offers insightful suggestions and bite-sized actions to help you make subtle changes to your life, so you too can make time for the things that matter most and find greater happiness. Registration begins April 20. R

R = Registration required | NR = No registration

FAMILY CRAFT FRIDAYS All ages. Create unique seasonal and theme-based projects. Pick up a supply kit at the library or at the Branch one week before the program, while supplies last.

Watch the video as staff demonstrates how to complete the project. Video available in English and Spanish. NR

CELEBRATE CHILDREN’S DAY / BOOK DAY OR CELEBRACIÓN DEL DÍA DE LOS NIÑOS / EL DÍA DE LOS LIBROS Saturday, April 24 All ages. Join us online in this celebration of children, families and reading while enjoying a storytime in English and Spanish, a craft and a furry friend workshop. Craft kits will be available for pick up starting Monday, April 12 at the branch and at the main library. Furry friend workshop supplies are available by contacting branch staff. (Limited number of bags, one project per family.) NR

SPANISH STORYTIME TIEMPO DE CUENTOS: SOÑADORES Friday, May 7 Miss Itzy reads the book Soñadores by Yuyi Morales. NR

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ADULT Join a live online

program.

HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS Monday, May 17, 7-8 pm Learn about healthy relationship traits and effective communication strategies to minimize issues. This information can be applied to all types of relationships. R

THERAPY 101 Thursday, May 27, 7-8 pm Are you interested in attending therapy sessions, but aren’t sure how to find the right therapist? Staff from the OMNI Youth Services counseling department will share topics to consider when taking this step. R

NIGHT AT THE OSCARS Thursday, April 22, 7-8:30 pm Dr. Annette Bochenek discusses the history of the Academy Awards, memorable moments and this year’s Best Picture contenders. R

ALICE PAUL: WINNING VOTES FOR WOMEN Friday, May 7, 2-3 pm Performer Leslie Goddard brings to life Alice Paul, the dynamic women’s suffrage leader who pioneered radical techniques to get women the vote. R

GENEALOGY BASICS FOR BEGINNERS Monday, May 10, 7-8:30 pm If you’re interested in learning more about genealogy or just getting started in genealogy research, this program is a must. We’ll share basic forms, organization tips, top websites and other resources used by genealogists. R

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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.

BLACK LIVES MATTER Tuesday, April 20, 6:30-8:30 pm Learn about the Black Lives Matter movement’s advocacy moving forward, and how it will work to ensure the removal of qualified immunity. Presented by Rabbi Ben Yosef.

Rabbi Michael Ben Yosef is Founder/CEO of Tikkun Chai InterNational. The rabbi is better known as, “The People’s Rabbi”.

He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology/Child Development from Kaplan University with Magna Cum Laude High Honors. R

FILM SCREENING: CRIP CAMP Tuesday, May 18, 6:30-8:30 pm Down the road from Woodstock, a revolution blossomed in a ramshackle summer camp for teenagers with disabilities, transforming their lives and igniting a landmark movement. R

VIEWABLE ON YOUTUBE AT A LATER DATE

ADULT A FIRESIDE CHAT WITH JOHN SANDFORD

RISE & READ MORNING

BOOK DISCUSSIONS Call the library to register and reserve a copy of the book for pick up at the hold shelf or drive-up window.

WHEN ALL IS SAID

BY ANNE GRIFFIN Tuesday, April 13, 10:30-11:30 am Registration begins March 9.

Discuss the story of Maurice Hannigan who, over the course of a Saturday night in June, orders five different drinks at the Rainford House Hotel. With each drink, he toasts a person vital to him. And through these people, he tells the story of his own life, with all its regrets and feuds, loves and triumphs. R

THE BOOK WOMAN OF TROUBLESOME CREEK

BY KIM MICHELLE RICHARDSON Tuesday, May 11, 10:30-11:30 am Registration begins April 13.

In 1936 in the dusty Appalachian hills, nineteen-year-old Bluet joined the Pack Horse Library Project and became a librarian, riding up treacherous mountains on a mule to deliver books to the poor hill communities of Eastern Kentucky. R

R = Registration required | NR = No registration

Wednesday, April 14, 7 pm Fan-favorite heroes Lucas Davenport and Virgil Flowers join forces in Ocean Prey, the latest adventure from #1 New York Times-bestselling author John Sandford. In the 31st entry in the Prey series and the 13th book to star Virgil Flowers, the killings of three federal officers at sea ignite an investigation into a maritime drug cartel—with deadly consequences. R Registered participants will receive an email a few days before the event with the Zoom link to attend.

Great Decisions Exchange ideas about foreign policy issues facing America today in this informal, non-partisan 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 and watch the corresponding video.

CHAPTER 1: GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAINS AND NATIONAL SECURITY Friday, April 23, 10-11:30 am The shutdown of global supply chains due to Covid-19 demonstrated global economic interdependence: what happens when one country is the main source for an item, and can no longer supply the item? Countries unable to meet the demand for supplies faced growing calls for economic nationalism. What are the lasting effects the pandemic could have on global supply chains and trade? R

CHAPTER 2: PERSIAN GULF SECURITY ISSUES Friday, May 21, 10-11:30 am Tensions escalated between Saudi Arabia and Iran in 2020 as the United States intervened in the Persian Gulf, launching an airstrike that killed two Iranian military commanders.

What caused these tensions? Is military force a viable foreign policy option? R

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BUSINESS & CAREER Join a live online

program.

PERSONAL BRANDING: UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT OF WHAT YOU SHARE ONLINE Monday, April 5, 7-8:30 pm Learn what it means to build a personal brand including practical tips for being intentional about the message you are sending and the impact it can have on you personally and professionally. Co-sponsored by the Northbrook Public Library and the Vernon Area Public Library. R

A CREATIVE’S GUIDE TO RUNNING A BUSINESS

THE TWO-HOUR JOB SEARCH WORKSHOP

Tuesday, April 13, 7-8:30 pm Travis Heberling discusses the ins and outs of turning a creative pursuit into a business. R

Tuesday, May 4, 7-8:30 pm Akshar Patel discusses the steps to take in order to have a successful job search based on the popular book. R

RISK IS A FOUR-LETTER WORD

HOW TO RECOGNIZE AND AVOID FRAUDULENT ACTIVITY

Wednesday, April 21, 7-8:30 pm Does investing in the stock market make you nervous?

Are savings and bond accounts a safe place for your hardearned money? Ed Gjertsen discusses the fundamental nature of risks and their effects on your savings, investments and how to attain your financial goals. R

WILLS AND TRUSTS Thursday, April 29, 7-8:30 pm Jacob Ehrensaft teaches how to create and manage wills and trusts. R

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Wednesday, May 19, 7-8:30 pm Taeler Hammond discusses how to recognize and avoid fraud. R

HOW TO USE YOUR LIBRARY RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR BUSINESS Wednesday, May 26, 7-8:30 pm Peter James of the College of DuPage discusses the use of library resources and databases in the context of businesses. R

DIGITAL CONNECTIONS

INTRO TO GOODREADS Wednesday, May 5 Learn how to create an account on Goodreads and log all of your favorite books and track your reading progress throughout the year. R

TECH ASSISTANCE Thursdays: April 1 and May 6, 10-10:45 am or 11-11:45 am Mondays: April 19 and May 17, 3-3:45 pm or 4-4:45 pm Have a basic question about your device? Thinking of trying Cloud Library, Hoopla or another library app and want to talk to an expert? Chat with staff online about these topics and more. R

Tech TALK

FILM SCREENING: THE SOCIAL DILEMMA

Wednesday, April 28, 7-9 pm This docu-drama presents the impact social networks and social media platforms have on people today. A discussion will follow the film screening. R

HOW TO ACCESS YOUR ITPLD ACCOUNT Wednesday, April 7 Learn how to create and access your Indian Trails Library account using your library card number and PIN. Learn how to put items on hold and check them on your account, turn on and off your reading history and more. R

INTRO TO MANGO LANGUAGES Wednesday, May 26, 7-8 pm Learn to speak a new language. Mango Languages offers 70+ language courses. In this program you will learn how to set up and navigate Mango Languages with your library card number and PIN. R

R = Registration required | NR = No registration

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IN THIS ISSUE All programs listed are presented online. There will be no on-site programs at this time. Use this key to reference the style of program you will experience.

Photos/videos may be taken during events.

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

Louise Barnett Henry Hackney Jr. Bruce D. Matthews Jamie Bulger Vicki Baba John Chu Don Roalkvam

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

1 Always start at itpld.org/events.

2 Find your program on the calendar.

3 Click and follow the prompts. You may have to download Zoom and/ or register in Zoom.

Registration with a valid email address is required for all Zoom programs.

A confirmation email from the library will include a link to join the program.

If you do not receive a confirmation email, check your spam folder or contact the library via live chat on our website or call 847.459.4100.

Brian D. Shepard

The Indian Trails Public Library District Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 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.

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Easter Holiday. Library closed.

Polling Place open in Lake Cook Room, 10 am - 4 pm.

Monday, 16 May 31 Memorial Day

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