My Library | September • October 2026

September • October 2026

MY LIBRARY

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PROGRAM REGISTRATION SCHEDULE See page 3 for details.

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LETTER FROM THE BOARD PRESIDENT AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

This plan is guided by three core priorities: • Connect and Collaborate • Inspire and Include • Empower and Evolve These priorities shape how we support our community, enrich lives through resources and programs, and create welcoming, accessible spaces for all. From programs and services to enhancing our physical and digital spaces, each goal reflects our dedication to ensuring that everyone feels seen, supported and inspired.

Dear Community Members, Every great plan begins with listening. Over the past several months, we heard from community members, partners and stakeholders about what Indian Trails Public Library District means to them today and what they hope it can become in the years ahead. With that in mind, we are excited to share our 2026–2030 Strategic Plan, a roadmap shaped by your voices, your ideas and your vision for a library that continues to inspire, connect and grow with our community.

Our mission is clear: we engage our community and provide resources, experiences and connections that inspire lifelong learning. This strategic plan supports that commitment, grounded in the belief that the library is not just a place for books, but a vital community hub. The library includes both its main location in Wheeling and a branch in Prospect Heights.

Each serve as a welcoming community space where people can gather, learn, create and connect.

Our library already plays a central role in community life. We offer programs for all ages, access to technology and collections and spaces where people come together to learn and share experiences. This strategic plan strengthens that promise by deepening our focus on connection and collaboration, both within our walls and beyond into the community.

As we look ahead, we do so with excitement and purpose. This plan is not just about the next four years. It is about strengthening relationships, fostering curiosity and ensuring that the Indian Trails Public Library District continues to inspire, connect and empower everyone we serve.

Thank you for your trust, your participation and your continued support.

Warm regards, Vicki Baba Board President

Throughout the planning process, we listened carefully. We sought input from residents, partners and stakeholders to ensure that this plan reflects the diverse needs of the people we serve. What we heard was inspiring: you value connection, you desire access to knowledge, you expect inclusive spaces and you want opportunities to grow. In other words, you want a library that evolves with you. Our staff is committed to doing just that.

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Brian D. Shepard Executive Director

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NEW! PROGRAM REGISTRATION DAYS CHANGE TO MONTH BY MONTH Starting now, registration for programs will open closer to the actual program dates. This change is designed to make it easier for members to plan, remember and secure attendance in the activities they’re most interested in.

New Registration Schedule Here’s how the updated timeline works: • For September programs: Registration opens Saturday, August 15 at 9 am • For October programs: Registration opens Tuesday, September 15 at 9 am This month-by-month approach will continue moving forward, with registration opening on the 15th of the previous month at 9 am if the library opens at 9 am or 12 pm if the library opens at 12 pm.

Why the Change?

We heard from members that registering far in advance made it harder to plan and keep track of upcoming programs.

By shifting registration closer to program dates, the library strives to: • Help you make informed decisions based on your current schedule • Reduce the likelihood of missed or forgotten registrations • Create a more convenient and user-friendly experience overall • Allow members who may have missed one registration date, the opportunity to register for the next month’s programs instead of waiting months for another opportunity.

This updated system keeps scheduling simple while giving you better flexibility as you plan your participation in library programming.

Plan Ahead We encourage you to mark your calendar and set reminders for registration days, so you don’t miss out on your favorite programs. Spots can still fill quickly, so being ready when registration opens is the best way to secure your place. Thank you for your feedback and continued engagement. At the library, we're always looking for ways to improve your experience.

CULTURAL PROGRAMMING SERIES Celebrate diverse cultures in the library community with our series of curated programs. This issue focuses on Hispanic Heritage themes. Look for the logo next to the program titles to see these programs.

CHATS & FOOD Fridays: September 4 and October 16, 6-7:30 pm This program is presented in Spanish only.

Come spend time with your neighbors, enjoy traditional food, play games and win prizes. You'll also have the chance to learn about local organizations that offer support to our community. Bring the whole family. Registration is recommended, but not required.

CHARLAS Y COMIDA READING IS OUT OF THIS WORLD October 1-31 Registration begins October 1.

Birth-Grade 12. Explore other worlds, travel through time or unlock the universe of books with our fall reading challenge. Read 1 book in October and earn a prize. Register in person at the Youth Services Desk or at the Branch. Register online with the Beanstack app or website at itpld.info/beanstack-reading. R

Los viernes: 4 de septiembre y 16 de octubre, de 6 a 7:30 pm | Este programa solo está disponible en español.

Ven a compartir con tus vecinos, disfruta comida traditional, juega y gana premios.

También tendrás la oportunidad de conocer organizaciones locales que ofrecen ayuda a nuestra comunidad. Trae a toda la familia. Se recomienda inscribirse, pero no es obligatorio.

Made possible in part with support from California Humanities' Library Innovation Lab, the Califa Group, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (Grant RE-256614-OLS-24). Any view, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of California Humanities, Califa Group, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), or the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH).

Register at itpld.org/events

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VIVA LA COCINA: SALSAS & AGUAS FRESCAS DEMO | AT THE BRANCH

SPANISH CONVERSATION

Friday, September 25, 5:30-7 pm All ages. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a lively cooking demonstration. Discover the vibrant tastes of Mexico as staff showcase creating delicious homemade salsas and aguas frescas. NR

SPANISH CONVERSATION PRACTICE AT THE BRANCH Tuesdays: September 8 & 22 and October 13 & 27, 5:30-6:30 pm Ages 18 and older. Informal Spanish conversation session to practice and improve your speaking skills by talking to native Spanish-speaking library staff. New conversation topics each session. NR

FAMILY CRAFT FRIDAYS | AT THE BRANCH Fridays: September 11 and October 16, 5:30-7 pm All ages. Create unique seasonal and theme-based projects. Materials provided. While supplies last. NR

CRAFT FOR THE DAY OF THE DEAD MANUALIDAD PARA EL DÍA DE MUERTOS AT THE BRANCH Friday, October 30, 5:30-7 pm All ages. Participate in a Mexican tradition by painting mini wooden ornaments. Enjoy hot chocolate and traditional bread “pan de muerto”.

Haga una manualidad, disfrute chocolate caliente y pan de muerto. NR

AT THE BRANCH our bilingual staff can assist with a variety of technology and information needs in English or Spanish.

• Sign up for a library card.

• Check out or return materials.

• Use computers or Wi-Fi. • Print, make copies or send a fax.

Hours at the Branch | Monday-Friday 1-8 pm | Saturday 10 am-3 pm | Sunday Closed The Indian Trails Branch is located at 99 E. Palatine Rd, Prospect Heights

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• Attend family programs.

• Check out a laptop or iPad (preloaded with kids’ games) for in-house use.

STORYTIMES

Partner with us on your child’s literacy journey by joining a storytime tailored to your child’s age group. Programs feature engaging stories, songs and movement activities for you to participate in with your child.

BABYTIME! Fridays: September 11 & 25 and October 9 & 23, 9:30-10 am Infants and crawlers with a caregiver. TR

WONDERFUL WALKERS Fridays: September 11 & 25, October 9 & 23 10:30-11 am Walkers - 24 months with a caregiver. TR

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Tuesdays: September 15 & 29 and October 13 & 27, 10-10:30 am or 10:45-11:15 am Ages 2-5 with a caregiver. TR

STORYTIME AMIGOS NIGHT OWLS Thursdays: September 10 and October 8, 6-6:30 pm Ages 3-7 with a caregiver. TR

TODDLER STORYTIME Fridays: September 18 and October 2 & 16, 10-10:30 am Ages 2-3 with a caregiver. TR

Monday, September 21, 6-6:30 pm Ages 3-7 with a caregiver. A storytime presented in English and Spanish by Angie Florez from The Language Labs.

Una hora del cuento presentada en inglés y español por Angie Florez de The Language Labs. TR

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Fridays: September 18 and October 2 & 16, 11-11:30 am Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. TR

Story & Rhymes

Songs, Stories & Literacy Skills

Music & Movement

Bilingual Stories

KNITTING FOR DOGS-AN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) STORY AND CRAFT Saturday, September 19, 11 am-12 pm Ages 5 and older with a caregiver. Join us for a special film screening of the American Sign Language (ASL) adapted picture book by Laurel Molk, followed by a live discussion and a craft. Dress to get messy. TR

¡BEING BILINGUAL ROCKS! Saturday, October 17, 11-11:45 am All ages. Join Alina Celeste y Mi Amigo Hamlet for an interactive musical celebration in English and Spanish. Be prepared to dance, sing and ROCK OUT, bilingual style. TR

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R = Registration required | NR = No registration required TR = Ticket registration. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Youth Services Desk.

TRB = Ticket registration Branch. Free tickets distributed at the Branch 15 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis.

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YOUTH

papel picado Wednesday, October 7, 4-5 pm Grades K-3. Learn to make Mexican paper banners that are traditionally used for Día de los Muertos and Cinco de Mayo. R

SAVE FRED

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Wednesday, September 2, 4-4:45 pm Grades K-2. Work with a team to keep our adventurer friend Fred safe from disaster. R

Wednesdays: September 23 and October 21, 5:30-6:15 pm Grades K-3 Wednesdays: September 23 and October 21, 6:30-7:30 pm Grades 4-8 Discover chess moves, strategies, and checkmate techniques with international Chess Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan of Glenview Chess. All experience levels welcome. R

GOT SCIENCE? FLOAT CHALLENGE Thursday, September 3, 4-5 pm Grades 3-5. Work by yourself and in a team to keep your boat afloat. R

UNBE-LEAF-ABLE ART FAMILY LEGO® CLUB

Thursday, October 15, 4-5 pm Grades K-5. Design your own seasonal sand art terrarium, using leaves and other materials found in nature. R

Tuesdays: September 8 and October 13, 6:30-7:30 pm Ages 5 and older with a caregiver. Bring your imagination and create with Legos. TR

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MACARONI MASTERMINDS Wednesday, September 16, 4-4:45 pm Grades K-5. Craft and create using pasta. R

CHAT & PLAY CAFE Thursdays: September 17, October 1, 15 & 29, 9:30-11 am Ages birth-24 months with a caregiver. Join unstructured playtime for you and baby. Enjoy coffee, a sweet treat and conversation while the little ones socialize and play. Join and leave at your convenience. NR

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K9 READING BUDDIES Monday, October 19, 4-5 pm Grades 1-5. Read a story to a licensed therapy dog in the library. Siblings and caregivers are asked to wait outside the reading room during the program. A signed waiver is required to participate. R

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a l r u S c t a orytime t k o o p S Friday, October 30, 10-10:45 am or 11-11:45 am Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Start your Halloween festivities with a short storytime, craft and game. Costumes encouraged but not necessary. TR

Wednesday, October 28, 4-5 pm Grades 4-5. Learn about Stephen Gammell's art from Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark and then create your own spinechilling illustrations.

Dress to get messy. R

READ-ALONG BOOKS

SCARY STORIES TO DRAW IN THE DARK

Fall for Autumn Crafts Thursday, October 29, 6:30-7:30 pm Grades K-5. Celebrate the season with activities and crafts for all skill levels. TR

Read-Alongs are print books with built-in audio. Just press play and read along. They’re a fun, screen-free way for kids to build confidence, improve reading skills and enjoy stories in a whole new way. Find them in the Youth Services Department or online in our catalog.

PAPEL PICADO AND APPLE INVESTIGATION Ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

In the Launch Pad. See page 12 for details.

R = Registration required | NR = No registration required TR = Ticket registration. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Youth Services Desk.

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DISCUSSION. ACTIVITIES. SNACKS. Register and pick up your free book at the Youth Services Desk while supplies last. Read the book and join us for a discussion on the day of the program. Books provided by the Foundation for the Indian Trails Public Library.

CHAPTER ONE BOOK CLUB | GRADES K & 1 FOX CATCHES A WAVE

BY COREY R. TABOR

PIZZA FOR PIA

BY BETSY GROBAN

Tuesday, September 22, 4-5 pm Book pickup August 18-September 15.

Fox sets out with his suitcase and surfboard, but how will he get where he's going? Follow along on Fox's unusual journey. R

Tuesday, October 20, 4-5 pm Book pickup September 22-October 13.

Everyone in Pia's family votes for pizza for dinner... except Pia. What could be better than pizza? Whose favorite meal will win? R

PAPERBACK PALS BOOK CLUB | GRADES 2 & 3 THE BAD GUYS BY AARON BLABEY Wednesday, September 9, 4-5 pm Book pickup August 12-September 2.

The Bad Guys are determined to change their bad reputation. Will Mr. Wolf's plan for their first good mission succeed? R

BUNNICULA

BY DEBORAH HOWE

THE NERVIEST GIRL IN THE WORLD

BY MELISSA WILEY Monday, September 14, 4-5 pm Book pickup August 3-September 8.

Pearl's brothers get jobs in moving pictures.

She dreams of stardom. Her mom can’t find out that she’s been jumping out of burning buildings. R

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Registration for November 11 book club opens October 14

Wednesday, October 14, 4-5 pm Book pickup September 9-October 7.

Chester the cat tries to warn his human family that their new baby bunny must be a vampire. R

BOOKWORMS BOOK CLUB | GRADES 4 & 5

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Registration for November 17 book club opens October 20

Registration for November 2 book club opens October 5

ESCAPE FROM MR. LEMONCELLO'S LIBRARY

BY CHRIS GRABENSTEIN

Monday, October 5, 4-5 pm Book pickup September 14-28.

Kyle wants to be at the lock-in for the new library designed by a game maker.

The tricky part isn’t getting into the library—it’s getting out. R

MIDDLE SCHOOL Grades 6-8

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Tuesday, October 20, 4:30-5:30 pm Create a face only a mummy could love. Use art supplies to decorate styling heads and transform them into menacing monsters. R

TASTE TEST CHALLENGE Tuesday, September 1, 4:30-5:30 pm Put your taste buds to the test as you try different flavors of your favorite snacks and compete in delicious challenges. R

JUNK JOURNALING Tuesday, September 15, 4:30-5:30 pm Create and design your own junk journal to express your creativity and preserve your memories. R

Friday, October 2, 4:30-5:30 pm A grisly murder has taken place at the library. Gather clues, decipher puzzles and identify suspects until you solve the case. R

COOKING 101: MAC AND CHEESE Tuesday, October 6, 4:30-5:30 pm Receive a recipe card case at your first Cooking 101 program and a new recipe card at each future program to recreate treats on your own. R

MIDDLE SCHOOL

BOOK CLUB CHARLIE HERNÁNDEZ & THE LEAGUE OF SHADOWS BY RYAN CALEJO Monday, September 28, 7-8 pm Book pickup July 27-September 21.

Charlie experiences bodily manifestations and is swept up in a world of mythical beings straight out of the pages of Hispanic folklore. R Registration Register and pick up your free book at the Youth Services for November 23 Desk while supplies last. Books provided by the Foundation book club opens September 28 for the Indian Trails Public Library.

CROSSOVER Grades 6-12 Registration for book club opens October 5

TEEN READ & RELAX

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Mondays: September 14 and October 12, 7-8 pm If you’re an expert or just starting out, join us for some D&D. Bring your own character sheet or pick up a premade one at the door. R

June 1, 2026-May 31, 2027 Grades 6-12. Cozy up with a good book and earn prizes as you read and relax this school year. Complete 10 hours of reading by May 31 to finish the challenge and receive your TR&R hoodie. Visit the Youth Services Desk or Teen Space to register, or sign up via the Beanstack app.

R = Registration required

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HIGH SCHOOL Grades 9-12

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Thursday, September 24, 7-8 pm Love seasonal coffee shop drinks but not the price tag? Learn to make your own fall-inspired coffee beverages at home. R

METAL EMBOSSING ART

HOT GLUE MASK

Thursday, September 3, 7-8 pm Transform simple metal sheets into shimmering works of art. Learn the meditative craft of metal embossing using specialized tools to create intricate, raised designs. R

Monday, October 19, 7-8 pm Craft a stunning, lace-like mask using hot glue. Create a wearable piece of 3D art. Perfect for costume lovers and DIY fans. R

HIGH SCHOOL VOLUNTEER KITS

HIGH SCHOOL

Tuesday: September 1 and Monday, October 5 Bag pickup: 9 am-9 pm.

Complete and return a volunteer craft kit by the end of the month to count towards one hour of community service.

Pick up and drop off at the Youth Services Desk. R

BOOK CLUB

SAND CANDLES Thursday, September 10, 7-8 pm Discover the fun of using sand as a natural mold to create textured, one-of-a-kind candles. R

CUSTOM SWEATSHIRT Thursday, October 15, 7-8 pm Learn the art of heat transfer vinyl. We’ll show you how to cut, weed and heat-press custom designs onto cozy sweatshirts. R

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

Books provided by the Foundation for the Indian Trails Public Library.

THE BAD ONES

BY MELISSA ALBERT

Registration for December 3 book club opens October 29

Thursday, October 29, 7-8 pm Book pickup begins August 27.

Four people vanish in a night. To find her friend, Nora must decode messages and face a dark goddess in this chilling supernatural horror. R

Receive two hours of volunteer credit for reading and attending a book club.

LAUNCH PAD Makerspace

SEASONAL WATERCOLOR PAINTING

STITCH TOGETHER MEET-UP

Tuesday, September 8, 2-3 pm Ages 14 and older. Beginner friendly. Learn watercolor techniques to paint a simple seasonal landscape. R

Mondays: September 14 and October 5, 1-3 pm Ages 18 and older Wednesday, September 23 and October 21, 6-8 pm Ages 14 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 progress to work and chat with others. R

PAPER CRAFT HAPPY HOUR Tuesdays: September 8 and October 13, 4-6 pm Ages 12 and older. Chat with fellow creatives, get inspired or discover a new paper craft tool during this self-guided crafting session. Limited supplies available. R

SMART PHONE PHOTOGRAPHY Wednesday, September 9, 6-7:30 pm Ages 12 and older. Unlock the full potential of your smart phone's camera and take stunning photos like a pro. Learn the fundamentals of composition, lighting and camera settings so you can snap impressive shots. R

PHOTO ENGRAVED CORK COASTERS Mondays: September 14 & 21, 5:30-6:40 pm Ages 12 and older. Learn to engrave photographs onto a cork coaster using software in the Launch Pad. R

DRAWING WITH COLOR THEORY Tuesday, September 15, 1-2 pm Ages 18 and older. Learn to apply fundamental color theory to your art with proven concepts and experimentation. R

JEWELRY MAKING EXTRAVAGANZA

Coloring Club Thursday, September 10, 6-7:30 pm Wednesday, September 16, 1-2:30 pm Tuesday, October 13, 1-2:30 pm Wednesday, October 28, 6-7:30 pm Ages 18 and older. Come color with us. We'll share tips, tricks and refreshments. Bring your own supplies or use ours. R

Wednesdays: September 16 and October 7, 4-5:30 pm Ages 12 and older. Learn jewelry making techniques using our collection of beads and jewelry supplies to create a unique piece to take home. R

TORTILLA MAKING DEMONSTRATION Wednesday, September 16, 6-7:30 pm Ages 12 and older. Learn about Guatemalan tortilla making and watch a demonstration of how to make homemade tortillas. R

R = Registration required

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WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPE PAPEL PICADO Thursday, September 24, 10-10:45 am or 11:15 am-12 pm Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Practice scissor skills and learn about the Mexican folk craft, papel picado. Katie will join us with songs and a story. TR

APPLE INVESTIGATION Thursday, October 22, 10-10:45 am or 11:15 am-12 pm Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Take a closer look at apples before turning them into art supplies. Katie will join us with songs and a story. TR

SEW A BOOKMARK Thursday, September 24, 6-7:30 pm Grades 4-8. Celebrate National Library Card Sign-up Month by sewing your own bookmark. Learn to use our Janome sewing machines and acquire some basic sewing skills. R

CUSTOM MUGS Friday, September 25, 5:30-6:30 pm Ages 12 and older. Use our sublimation printer and mug press to create a personalized mug. R

NAVRATRI HAIR ACCESSORIES Wednesdays: September 30 and October 7, 6-7:30 pm Ages 14 and older. Instructor Bhavya Nanjundaiyer, will teach how to make hair accessories for Navratri while sharing the cultural significance of the Hindu festival. R

Wednesday, October 14, 1-2 pm Ages 14 and older. Beginner friendly. Learn watercolor techniques to paint a basic natural landscape. R

AUTUMNAL PIPE CLEANER BOUQUETS Wednesday, October 14, 6-8:30 pm Thursday, October 15, 12-2:30 pm Monday, October 19, 12-2:30 pm Ages 18 and older. Learn to make pipe cleaner flowers for an autumnal bouquet. R

CUSTOM CANDY BAG Friday, October 16, 5:30-6:30 pm | Grades 4 to 8 Friday, October 23, 5:30-6:30 pm | Ages 12 and older Use the sublimation printer to design a custom Halloween candy bag. R

MONOGRAMMED TOTE BAGS Tuesday, October 20, 12-1:30 pm | Ages 18 and older Thursday, October 29, 6-7:30 pm | Ages 12 and older Learn to use an embroidery machine to add a monogram to a tote bag. This is an introductory embroidery course; novices are highly encouraged to attend. R

HALLOWEEN PONY BEAD KEYCHAINS Thursday, October 22, 6-7:30 pm Grades 4-8. Get into the spooky spirit and learn to make a keychain out of pony beads. Create a design you can attach to your keys, lanyard or backpack. R

RAINBOW WATERCOLOR PET PORTRAITS

CHARCOAL DRAWING Monday, October 5, 11 am-1 pm Ages 18 and older. Learn charcoal drawing techniques in a step by step still life session. R

INTRODUCTION TO TINKERCAD Friday, October 9, 5:30-6:30 pm Ages 12 and older. Get started with TinkerCAD, a free 3D

Saturday, October 24, 12-1 pm Ages 18 and older. Create a unique pet portrait using a tracing method and watercolor paints. Email us a clear photo of your pet before the program at digitalmaker@itpld.org. R

modeling program. Learn the basics of building with this easy-to-use software. R

Register for only one session of multiple-session programs (excluding Paper Crafting Happy Hour, Stitch Together Meet-Up, Art Club Meet-Up, Coloring Club and Jewelry Making Extravaganza programs). Duplicate registrations will be canceled.

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ADULT

Saturday, September 26, 9:30 am-12:30 pm Presented by the Wheeling Fire Department, this course focuses on CPR compression only and helps participants become confident in performing CPR. R

WRITERS WORKSHOP Tuesdays: September 1 and October 6, 6:30-8:45 pm Share your work with others in a supportive atmosphere at this monthly community writers group led by author Ginnie Foley. NR

SOCIAL SERVICES | SERVICIOS SOCIALES Thursdays: September 3 and October 1, 10 am-2 pm A social worker and a resource services coordinator from OMNI will provide resources for the community.

Una trabajadora social y una representante de OMNI ofrecerán recursos para la comunidad. NR

Boss of Bosses?

Giancana's Chicago

Thursday, September 10, 2-3:15 pm Murder, Mayhem, and the Mob (Part 3). Chicago historian Clarence Goodman returns to present part three of his series on Chicago's mob history. R

MARGARET MITCHELL COMES TO LIFE with Lynn Rymarz Thursday, September 17, 1-2 pm Join historical storyteller Lynn Rymarz as she shares the life and times of Margaret Mitchell, the Pulitzer Prize winner of Gone With the Wind, later adapted into an Academy Award–winning film. R

LOTERIA NIGHT | NOCHE DE LOTERIA Thursday, September 17, 6-7:30 pm Join us for a family night of Loteria - a traditional Mexican board game of chance, similar to Bingo. This program is presented in partnership with the Wheeling Township.

The program will be presented in English and Spanish. TR

MOVIE MATINEE: SOLO MIO (2026) Friday, September 18, 2-3:40 pm When his fiancé stands Matt up at the altar, he is forced to go on his honeymoon alone, thrusting him into the beautiful culture of Italy and renewing his passion for life and food. Rated PG for some suggestive material, brief language, violence and smoking. R

R = Registration required | NR = No registration required TR = Ticket registration. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Youth Services Desk.

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Music & Dance Around the Mediterranean Saturday, September 26, 2-3 pm Music and dance from around the Eastern Mediterranean, including Turkey, Egypt, Greece and beyond. R

MORBID HISTORY Thursday, September 24, 2-3 pm Lorrisa Julianus shares stories from around the world, featuring spine-tingling true tales and bizarre history that was never learned in history class. R

MEMORY CAFE Thursdays: September 24 and October 22, 2-3 pm OFFSITE - Buffalo Grove Alcott Center.

If you or a loved one are experiencing memory loss, you are invited to join us for activities and socialization at Memory Café meetings at the Alcott Center in Buffalo Grove. R

PAINT AND STEEP TEA Tuesdays: September 29 or October 27, 2-4 pm Wednesdays: September 30 or October 28, 6-8 pm This program is reserved for Adult Indian Trails Library cardholders only. Registration is separate for each Paint and Steep Tea program. Members can only sign up for one Paint and Steep program per month – no waitlist. See additional information online. Join us for a monthly painting program with teaching artist Susie Speck. Each session offers a different painting that will surprise you when you arrive. R

ADULT SUBSCRIPTION BAG: AUTUMNAL THEME MENTAL WELLNESS CHECK EVALUACIÓN DEL BIENESTAR MENTAL Thursday, September 24, 6-7 pm This program is presented in Spanish only.

How to recognize signs of depression, anxiety, and trauma and what to do next. R Cómo reconocer los síntomas de la depresión, la ansiedad y el trauma, y qué hacer al respecto. R

Thursday, October 1, 9 am-9 pm Reserved for Adult Indian Trails Library cardholders only.

Enjoy a customized subscription bag that includes 2 books and themed goodies. Our theme will focus on books taking place during the fall and have autumn vibes. R

WOODY GUTHRIE

RHYTHM & BLUES LINE DANCE CLASS Friday, September 25, 7-8 pm Join energetic R&B Soul line dance instructor Belynda Head in a fun hour of line dancing with step-by-step instructions at a slow pace. R

Dust Bowl Troubadour

Monday, October 5, 7-8 pm The life, times and rough and tumble story of America’s balladeer, Woody Guthrie is brought to life

by Barry Cloyd. R

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MOVIE MATINEE: BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE (2024)

LESLIE GODDARD AS ELEANOR ROOSEVELT Monday, October 12, 2-3:15 pm Leslie Goddard portrays Eleanor Roosevelt. R

ELEPHINO TRIVIA Friday, October 16, 10-11:30 am Join Elephino Trivia for an energetic and upbeat team trivia competition that takes you through a myriad of categories from history to hang gliding, science to song lyrics, movies to microbiology. R

Friday, October 23, 2-3:45 pm Lydia Deetz's life is turned upside down when her daughter accidentally opens the portal to the Afterlife and Beetlejuice returns to unleash mayhem. Rated PG-13 for violent content, macabre and bloody images, strong language, some suggestive material and brief drug use. R

THE ARLINGTONES MOVIE MATINEE: WEST SIDE STORY (2021) Friday, October 16, 2-4:40 pm When young Tony and Maria fall in love in 1957 New York City, their romance helps to fuel the fire between the warring Jets and Sharks, two rival gangs vying for control of the streets. Rated PG-13 for some strong violence, strong language, thematic content, suggestive material and brief smoking. R

RESURRECTION MARY: CHICAGO’S MOST BELOVED SPIRIT Monday, October 19, 7-8 pm Author and historian Ray Johnson explores the legend of Resurrection Mary. Learn how the story of 'Vanishing Hitchhiker' began, what evidence exists and whether people still report sightings today. R

Sunday, October 25, 1-2 pm The Arlingtones bring an afternoon of familiar tunes. The music sung ranges from traditional barbershop to Broadway to contemporary. R

FRIGHTENING FICS BOOK DISCUSSION WOLF WORM BY T. KINGFISHER Thursday, October 29, 7-8 pm Registration and book pickup begins September 29.

Something darker than the devil stalks the North Carolina woods in Wolf Worm, a new gothic masterpiece from bestselling author T. Kingfisher. R

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS WITH MARIACHI SIRENAS Saturday, October 31, 2-3 pm Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos with a performance from Mariachi Sirenas. R

MEDICARE PART D Thursday, October 22, 7-8 pm Whether you are already enrolled in Medicare – or will be soon – join Wheeling Township’s SHIP Counselor Bob Kerr for a review of the various options for drug coverage provided by Medicare. R

DAY OF THE DEAD OFRENDA Monday, October 26-Monday, November 2

Honor loved ones who have passed away with our community altar. NR Honra a los seres queridos que han fallecido con nuestro altar comunitario. NR

Learn more

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RISE & READ MORNING

Did you know that Illinois Libraries Present is a regular, virtual program offered at libraries across Illinois? While these programs are always available virtually, some are also offered as in-person watch parties.

Visit our website at itpld.info/illinois-libraries-present or scan the QR code to sign up for upcoming events.

INSIDE THE EMPIRE OF AI WITH KAREN HAO Thursday, September 17, 7-8 pm Join a timely conversation with Karen Hao, award-winning journalist and author of Inside the Empire of AI. R ZOOM

PRESERVING HISTORY WITH GEOFFERY BAER Tuesday, October 20, 7-8 pm Tag along for a special conversation with Geoffrey Baer, beloved Chicago historian, storyteller, and host of numerous PBS programs exploring the architecture, history and hidden stories of the city and surrounding region. R ZOOM These events are made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

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BOOK DISCUSSIONS

You can register in one of three ways-call, online or with staff at the Adult Services Desk. Reserve your copy of the book for pickup at the Adult Services Desk, hold shelf or drive-up window. Please note you can register for only one session per book title.

BUCKEYE

BY PATRICK RYAN Tuesdays: September 8 or 22, 10:30-11:30 am Registration and book pickup begins August 11.

A moving historical family saga set in the American Midwest about love, marriage, parenthood and grief. R

THE BRIAR CLUB

BY KATE QUINN Tuesdays: October 13 or 27, 10:30-11:30 am Registration and book pickup begins September 8.

A haunting and powerful story of female friendships and secrets in a Washington, D.C. boardinghouse during the McCarthy era. R

GENEALOGY INTEREST GROUP MEETING

RELATIVELY SPEAKING NEWSLETTER

Mondays: September 28 and October 26, 7-8:30 pm Join this informal group in a collaborative setting to explore library databases, research your family tree and connect with other enthusiasts and skilled staff. R

Our library offers an online genealogy resource. Each quarterly issue includes relevant articles and information, upcoming programs, new items to the collection and more.

Previous newsletters are archived on the website. For more information, visit itpld.info/Genealogy.

Indian Trails Public Library District | September • October 2026

ESL (English as a Second Language)

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Olá Bonjour

नमस्तこんにちは े E pèlè o Hola

HELLO Вітаємо

안녕하세요 ‫ שלום‬Здравствуйте

你好 Boozhoo Γειά σας

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ESL CLASSES

ESL LAB

To enroll in a class, students must first register for an ESL Intake Appointment. During the appointment, students will take a short placement exam and then register for a class or join the waiting list. We offer classes at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels for adult learners. Morning, afternoon, and evening classes are available. Class days and times will be shared at the Intake Appointment.

Stop by the ESL Lab on the second floor of the library and use our computers to learn English on your own time.

Library staff and volunteers are available to assist you.

2027 Winter Quarter: January 10-April 4 Registration for intake appointments begins Friday, November 13, 2026 at 9 am.

During open registration, register for an intake appointment in one of three ways: • Online at esl-itpld.youcanbook.me • In person at the Adult Services Desk on the second floor of the library • Call 847.459.4100 extension 3 for the Adult Services Desk

ESL TEA & TALK Fridays: September 4 and October 2, 6-7 pm Want to practice speaking and understanding English and improve your confidence in everyday communication? Join our conversation group and boost your English skills with friendly volunteers. R

ESL LAB HOURS Monday 4-8 pm | Tuesday 1-5 pm | Wednesday 4-8 pm Thursday 1-5 pm | Friday 1-5 pm Saturday & Sunday: Closed

ESL COLLECTION The library has many English Language Learning materials available for you to use in the library or check out with a library card to take home. Visit the second floor of the library and ask a staff member to show you where to find our English Language Learning books.

ONLINE ESL RESOURCES The library offers several online resources for learning English, including: • Duolingo • Gale Courses • Mango Languages • Ventures Arcade For links to these resources and other online learning materials, visit: itpld.org/esl-services If you have any questions about our ESL Services, please visit the Adult Services Desk or the ESL Lab on the second floor of the library. You may also call us at 847.459.4100 extension 3 or email us at esl@itpld.org.

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HOME MAINTENANCE 101

HOME MAINTENANCE 101

HOME MAINTENANCE 101

BUSINESS AND CAREER

HOME MAINTENANCE 101

HOME MAINTENANCE 101 Sunday, October 11, 1-2 pm David Dulin, Adjunct Professor of HVACR at Oakton College, reviews general home maintenance for new and existing home buyers. R

NAVIGATING PROFESSIONAL BRANDING THROUGHOUT YOUR CAREER

CABLE OPTIONS AND REDUCING ROBOCALLS

Friday, September 4, 10-11 am Susan Caplan, professional career coach, discusses actionable steps for your job search, including addressing employment gaps and changes, verbal and nonverbal cues during the interview and more. R

Citizens Utility Board staff highlight your cable and streaming services options and ways to reduce robocalls, including callblocking services and more. R

RESUME REVIEW & CAREER COACHING APPOINTMENTS Sundays: September 13 and October 4, 12:15-1:15 pm | 1:15-2:15 pm | 2:15-3:15 pm Tuesdays: September 15 & 22, October 6 & 13, 6-7 pm | 7-8 pm Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

Friday, September 25, 10-11 am

THE FULL JOB SEARCH LIFE CYCLE Monday, October 12, 7-8:30 pm Erica Reckamp of Job Search Like a Pro presents strategies for conducting a successful job search. The program covers key topics including resumes, LinkedIn profiles, cover letters, networking, interviewing and salary negotiation. R

Protect Yourself from Identity Theft Protégete del robo de identidad

HR BASICS FOR SMALL BUSINESS Wednesday, September 16, 7-8 pm Sarah Mitial of People Architecture Group LLC simplifies HR for small business owners and managers by focusing on the essentials they need to know. Gain practical insights into key HR topics, including hiring, onboarding, documentation, workplace expectations and compliance requirements. R ZOOM

WILLS, TRUSTS AND ESTATE PLANNING

Monday, October 19, 10-10:45 am | Presentado en español Alene Guzman, de Wheeling Bank & Trust, cubre la protección contra el robo de identidad.

11-11:45 am| Presented in English Alene Guzman, from Wheeling Bank & Trust, covers protecting yourself from identity theft. R

Sunday, September 20, 1-2:30 pm Attorney Jacob K. Ehrensaft presents on wills and trusts, including powers of attorney, probate, guardianship, and the importance of planning ahead. R

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Indian Trails Public Library District | September • October 2026

DIGITAL CONNECTIONS

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INTRO TO EXCEL Wednesday, September 9, 7-8 pm Learn to create a basic spreadsheet using some of the most important tools in Excel. Intended for beginners and those who have not used Microsoft Excel. R

INTERMEDIATE EXCEL Wednesday, September 16, 7-8 pm Create charts, tables, graphs, and conditional formatting using Sparklines. Intended for those with working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. R

ADVANCED EXCEL Wednesday, September 30, 7-8 pm Learn to use the VLookUp function and Pivot Table features. Intended for advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. R

TECH ASSISTANCE Sunday, September 13 and October 11, 1-1:45 pm Thursdays: September 17 and October 15, 10-10:45 am | 11-11:45 am Wednesday, September 23, 6-6:45 pm | 7-7:45 pm Have a basic question about your device and thinking of trying Cloud Library, Hoopla or another library app? Talk to library staff about these topics and more. R

Basics

BACK TO BASICS: HARDWARE & TYPING Wednesday, October 7, 7-8 pm Learn the parts of a computer, how to use the keyboard and mouse, and resources to practice typing. This class is intended for those with little or no computer knowledge. R

BACK TO BASICS: NAVIGATING CHROME Wednesday, October 14, 7-8 pm Learn to use the web browser Google Chrome to access the Internet. This class is intended for those with little or no computer knowledge. R

SCAM SAFETY Wednesday, October 21, 7-8 pm Learn to protect your personal information and stay safe online from phishing attempts, pop-ups and other scams.

Discover simple steps you can take to secure your digital life. R Monday, October 5, 3-3:45 pm or 4-4:45 pm | Bilingual: English or en Español Have a basic question about your mobile device or computer? We can help. ¿Tiene alguna pregunta básica sobre su teléfono móvil o computadora? Podemos ayudarlo. R

TECH ASSISTANCE / ASSISTENCIA DE TECH

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The Indian Trails Public Library District Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 pm. The meeting is open to the public.

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ACCESSIBILITY ACCOMMODATIONS Call 847.459.4100 extension 212 or email us at access@itpld.org.

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Labor Day

September programs: Registration opens Saturday, August 15 at 9 am October programs: Registration opens Tuesday, September 15 at 9 am See page 3 for details.

Online: Events at itpld.org

Call: 847.459.4100 | Select extension 1