Jun Jul 2025 Newsletter

JUN/JUL VOL. 22, NO. 3

NEWSLETTER

THE SUMM E R R E AD ING IS S UE! FREE MUSEUM PASSES

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SUMMER READING PROGRAM

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WE HAVE MORE ROKUS!

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SUMMER READING KICKOFF PARTY

BACK COVER

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L IBR A RY NE W S

LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR One of my most strongly-held beliefs is that summer reading should be fun. So if your idea of fun is reading astrophysics or James Joyce, you should read that. If you love Colleen Hoover or George R. R. Martin, you should read that. There is plenty of time during the long winter months for tackling tougher challenges.

Kids especially should have the opportunity to choose their reading, because all through the school year, they have often been told what to read. Now is their chance to read whatever their little hearts desire. Even if you feel like they are stuck and not challenging themselves, they are still reinforcing their reading skills so they don’t lose what they gained from September to mid-June.

REGISTRATION & EVENT INFORMATION

Please visit lincolnwoodlibrary.org, call (847) 677-5277, or stop by to register.

Another opportunity for practicing reading skills but not making it an adult-imposed task is listening to books. While listening doesn’t help kids practice their physical skills, audiobooks are great for learning about the elements of a good book — plot, character development, world building, rich language, and so on. Listening counts as reading, and gives them a chance to read books that might be too difficult otherwise. For some kids, that’s a lot of fun.

[R] REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Registrants DO NOT need a Lincolnwood Library card to attend.

[C] REGISTRATION REQUIRED WITH LINCOLNWOOD CARD

Registrants DO need a Lincolnwood Library card to attend.

Keeping it fun is what we are trying to do here at the Lincolnwood Library this summer in our gaming-themed Level Up program. Inside the library, you’ll find a tricky I Spy challenge in the cafe, reading logs where kids collect stickers to dress up their character, and a wide variety of programs. It all kicks off on Friday, June 13 at our annual Summer Reading Party. Keep reading for 15 days, and earn a free Level Up T-shirt!

[D] DROP-IN

Everyone is welcome to attend, but supplies and space may be limited.

[H] HYBRID

Registrants can choose to visit in person or attend live online via Zoom.

New members should register with their email address to receive the Zoom information.

[Z] VIRTUAL ON ZOOM

These programs are offered using Zoom and will be live at their scheduled time. Please include your email address in your registration to receive instructions on how to join the Zoom event.

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These programs include food or snacks. Certain items may contain or come into contact with wheat, eggs, nuts, and milk.

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The way to make summer reading NOT fun is for it to become a lastminute ordeal. One of my worst memories of motherhood is of my secondgrader son reading one of my favorite childhood books, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle.

He was literally sobbing over it, because he is a careful reader like his father, so he was way behind on his reading, and he knew he was in danger of missing the class pizza party. It broke my children’s librarian heart to see.

So whether you are 7 or 97, reading this summer will be much more fun if you choose what you want, and if you take a little time every day to read.

Cramming it all in to meet a deadline? That is no fun at all.

Susan Dove Lempke SUSAN DOVE LEMPKE

Director of the Lincolnwood Public Library District

LINCOLNWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT • JUNE & JULY 2025

FAMILY & ALL AGES FAMILY EVENTS ARE FOR KIDS AND THEIR CAREGIVERS TO ENJOY TOGETHER. ADULTS ARE REQUIRED TO STAY FOR THE PROGRAM

MASTERPIECE STORYTIME Ages 0-10 with caregiver Wed, Jun 25, Jul 30 • 6:30-7:15pm • [D] All ages are welcome to this cozy, classic storytime.

Snuggle up as we read aloud picture book masterpieces.

June books: Wiggle, Freight Train, Mother Bruce July books: Good Dog Carl, Stellaluna, The Book with No Pictures

MUSICAL FUN WITH NANNY NIKKI Ages: 0-5 Sun, Jun 1 • 2-2:45pm • [R] A fun and interactive musical show including sing-along songs, dancing, puppets, and stories read

by Nanny Nikki!

DONUT STORYTIME Ages: 0-10 Sat, Jun 7, Jul 5 • 10:30-11am • [R] 4 Begin your day with songs, stories, and donuts kindly provided by Schlegl’s Bakery.

SCIENCE HEROES: ADVENTURES OF THE MISSING COLORS Ages: 5+ Sun, Jun 8 • 2-2:45pm • [R] Join Science Heroes on their mission to turn science into an adventure! Discover how fun and colorful science can be through hands-on experiments all about chemical reactions, air pressure, physical explosions, and more!

FAMILY PAINT NIGHT Ages 5+ Mon, Jun 16, Jul 7 • 6-7pm • [R] Create beautiful masterpieces together using step-by-step painting. Please register each family member that will be attending.

A BUG’S NIGHT OUTDOOR STORYTIME Ages 2-10 with caregiver Wed, Jun 18 • 7:45-8:15pm • [R] Come enjoy an evening outdoor storytime featuring buggy creatures. Storytime happens at dusk with the hope that we will catch some fireflies!

WRECK IT RALPH DRIVE-IN MOVIE Ages 5+ Fri, Jun 20 • 2-4pm • [R] Build your own Sugar Rush Candy Kart out of a cardboard box, then settle back and watch Wreck It Ralph at our indoor drive-in!

[R] REGISTRATION REQUIRED

[C] REGISTRATION REQUIRED W/ LPLD CARD

FIREFLY THEATER All ages Sun, Jun 29 • 2-3pm • [R] Join Spark the Firefly and her friends for a summer night in Firefly Grove. Gather around the campfire to sing songs, listen to stories, and watch the stars. Under the Stars includes puppets, original music, interactive movement, and lots of summer fun for families! Ideal for ages 2-7, but has something for all.

WORLD LANGUAGE STORYTIME: GERMAN All ages Sun, Jul 20 • 2-3pm • [R] Level up your language skills with this fun, interactive, bilingual storytime.

FAMILY MOVIE SERIES Ages 5+ Fridays • 2-4pm • [D] 4 Watch a movie with us on Fridays at the library! Popcorn provided.

• Jun 27: Sonic the Hedgehog • Jul 11: Zathura • Jul 18: Angry Birds • Jul 25: Mario Brothers

[D] DROP-IN

[H] HYBRID

[Z] VIRTUAL ON ZOOM

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BABIES - PRESCHOOLER S

To keep storytimes allergen-free, food is not allowed. Please enjoy your snacks before or after the program in our cafe area only.

FAMILY STORYTIME Ages 0-5 with caregiver Tuesdays • 10-10:30am • [D] Read stories, sing songs, and play games at this all-ages storytime.

MUSICAL STORYTIME Ages 0-5 with caregiver Wednesdays • 9:30-10:15am • [D] Sing and dance along at this musical storytime led by Michael’s Music Machine. Tickets are required for this program—see our website for details.

SATURDAY STORIES AND PLAYTIME Ages 0-5 with caregiver Sat, Jun 14, Jul 12 • 10-10:45am • [D] Kick off the weekend with a special Saturday storytime, followed by open playtime with the library’s collection of toys.

SUNDAY STORYTIME Ages 0-5 with caregiver Sun, Jul 27 • 3:30-4pm • [D] Read stories, sing songs, and more! Aimed at kids under 5, but older siblings are welcome to join the fun too.

NEW STORYTIM ES F OR SU MMER !

STORYTIME IN THE PARK Ages 0-5 with caregiver Thursdays • 10-10:30am • [D] • No program on Jun 19 Kids and their caregivers are invited to join us each week for an outdoor storytime at Drake Park (6750 Drake Ave, Lincolnwood, IL 60712). In case of bad weather, storytime will take place at the library.

FRIDAY FAMILY FUN Ages 0-5 with caregiver Fridays • 10-10:30am • [D] • No program on Jun 13, Jul 4 Join us for a fun, creative activity for young children and their caregivers. Activities include art, movement, STEM, and stories. (Younger children are welcome, but activities are aimed at ages 2-5 years).

PAJAMA STORYTIME Ages 0-5 with caregiver Mon, Jun 2, Jul 28 • 6:15-6:45pm • [D] Wind down and get cozy with some bedtime stories. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal!

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This summer, we’re making a few changes to our regular storytime programming. Our usual Monday and Thursday storytimes will be paused during June and July, but we’re excited to introduce a seasonal favorite— Storytime in the Park! Join us every Thursday at Drake Park for a special reading experience surrounded by nature. We hope to see you there!

LINCOLNWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT • JUNE & JULY 2025

KIDS

GRADES K-5 LEGO ROBOTICS CLUB Grades 1-5 Wed, Jun 4, Jul 2 • 4:30-5:15pm, 6:30-7:30pm • [R] Experiment and grow your critical thinking, coding, and design skills through hands-on STEM learning and robotics.

YES, AND! Grades 1-5 Mon, Jun 9, Jul 14 • 4-4:45pm • [R] You be the storyteller! Come and play improv games in this fun acting program for kids.

STEAM: EXPLORATION STATION: PINBALL WIZARD! Grades K-5 Wed, Jun 11 • 4:30-5:15pm • [R] Use the physics of gravity to create your own pinball machine!

ROLE PLAYING GAMES Grades 3-6 Mon, Jun 23, Jul 16 • 2-3pm • [R] Do you enjoy Dungeons & Dragons? Are you a fan of Stranger Things? Come create an RPG character and play an RPG adventure game. No experience required.

CHECKMATES! CHESS CLUB Grades K-5 Thu, Jun 26, Jul 24 • 6:30-7:30pm • [R] Develop your chess game with experienced instructor Chris Christmas. All skill levels are welcome!

MESSY MURALS Grades K-5 Mon, Jun 30 • 3:45-4:45pm • [D] Let your artistic side take over and help make a giant mural using paint, markers, crayons, stickers, and more!

LEGO CLUB Grades K-5 Sat, Jun 21, Jul 19 • 10:30-11:30am • [D] Create your own LEGO or Duplo masterpiece with the Library’s collection of bricks.

[R] REGISTRATION REQUIRED

[C] REGISTRATION REQUIRED W/ LPLD CARD

CRAFTY CREATIONS Grades K-5 Mon, Jun 16, Jul 14 • 10:30-11:30am • [D] We provide the supplies, you bring your imagination to this open-ended crafting program.

STEAM: EXPLORATION STATION: LEVEL UP YOUR SLIME! Grades K-5 Wed, Jul 9 • 1:30-2:15pm, 4:30-5:15pm • [R] Level up your slime and create a ball that really bounces!

READING TO THE DOGS Grades K-5 Thu, Jul 17 • 6-7pm • [R] Build reading skills by reading next to trained dogs from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy. Participants will receive at least 15 minutes of personal reading time with a dog.

[D] DROP-IN

[H] HYBRID

[Z] VIRTUAL ON ZOOM

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KIDS

GRADES K-5 LEGO ROBOTICS INTENSIVE Grades 1-5 Mon-Thu, Jul 21-24 • 2-3:15pm • [R] Experienced LEGO Robotics students!

Come take a deeper dive into coding and robot design, solve project-based problems, and compete in a table run on the final day.

Register for one session on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday and return on Thursday to compete against the other teams!

LARGER THAN LIFE BOARD GAMES! GUESS WHO? Grades 1-5 Wed, Jun 18 • 4:30-5:30pm • [R] Select a disguise to become part of the board game and then take your turn at guessing which person your opponent is thinking of.

MAKE YOUR OWN BOARD GAME Grades K-5 Tue, Jul 29 • 3:45-4:45pm • [R] Invent your own board game using cardboard and art supplies.

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TWISTER Grades K-5 Tue, Jun 24 • 4-4:45pm • [R] Get massively tangled in this giant version of Twister!

HUNGRY, HUNGRY HIPPOS Grades 1-5 Wed, Jul 23 • 6-7pm • [R] Just how hungry are you? This time around, you’re the hippo in this largerthan-life version of the popular board game. ®

EXPLORE MORE MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS THIS SUMMER! Your Lincolnwood Library card unlocks free and discounted access to a world of fun and culture.

Whether you’re looking for a day of discovery or a thrilling adventure, we’ve got two exciting programs to make it happen!

EXPLORE MORE ILLINOIS Enjoy instant online access to FREE or discounted tickets for museums, zoos, science centers, theaters, and more—all across Illinois. Explore, select your pass, and go!

MUSEUM ADVENTURE PASS Get FREE or discounted entry to museums across Illinois (excluding Chicago). Request your pass online or at the library—passes are valid for 7 days from issue.

PERFECT FOR: Hassle-free booking for future outings

PERFECT FOR: Exploring local gems, last-minute plans, and spontaneous outings

HOW TO ACCESS: Visit Explore More Illinois at https://bit.ly/LPLDexplore, log in with your Lincolnwood Library card number and PIN, and start browsing attractions.

HOW TO ACCESS: Check out available passes and request yours online at Museum Adventure Pass, https://bit.ly/LPLDmuseum

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LINCOLNWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT • JUNE & JULY 2025

TWEENS & TEENS

GRADES 6-12 ANTI-BOOK CLUB BOOK CLUB FOR TEENS: Grades 9-12 • Tue, Jun 3, Jul 1 • 7-8:30pm • [D] FOR TWEENS: Grades 6-8 • Thu, Jun 5, Jul 10 • 4-5pm • [D] A low-key space to talk about whatever you’re reading (or not reading), swap recommendations, share obsessions, and discover new stories without assigned readings or deadlines. Bring a favorite or hated book, graphic novel, manga, or just come hang out and enjoy snacks.

PRESSED FLOWER LANTERNS Grades 6-12 Thu, Jul 10 • 6:30-7:15pm • [R] Create a unique, pressed flower lantern perfect for summer evenings.

INTERNATIONAL SNACK EXPLORATION Grades 6-12 Tue, Jun 10, Jul 8 • 4:15-5:00pm • [R] 4 Taste and rank snacks from around the world and learn about a new country each month while you munch on unique foods!

ORIGAMI AND CARDS Grades 6-12 Thu, Jul 31 • 5-6pm • [D] Bring a ray of sunshine to seniors with handwritten cards or create origami that will be distributed to assisted living facilities, hospitals, and care centers.

TWEEN & TEEN MATINEES

JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE Ages 13+ Sat, Jun 14 • 2-4pm • [D] 4 Watch Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle with us at the library! Popcorn and Bug Juice provided.

JUMANJI: NEXT LEVEL Ages 13+ Sat, Jul 12 • 2-4pm • [D] 4 Watch Jumanji: Next Level with us at the library! Popcorn and Bug Juice provided.

[R] REGISTRATION REQUIRED

[C] REGISTRATION REQUIRED W/ LPLD CARD

DEVELOP YOUR STORY: DISPOSABLE CAMERA PHOTOGRAPHY Grades 6-12 Tue, Jun 17 • 4-5pm • [C] Slow down and capture the world through your eyes—no filters, no do-overs. Pick up a disposable camera from the library, snap your story, and join us for a reveal night where we’ll showcase your moments and celebrate our imperfections and the small details that matter.

DEVELOP YOUR STORY: DISPOSABLE CAMERA PHOTOGRAPHY REVEAL NIGHT Grades 6-12 (and friends/family) Tue, Jul 15 • 7-8pm • [D] You captured the moments—now it’s time to see them come to life! Join us for an exclusive Reveal Night as we unveil the photos from your disposable camera. Explore the unexpected, the hilarious, the beautiful, and the candid moments captured by you and your fellow teen photographers.

[D] DROP-IN

[H] HYBRID

[Z] VIRTUAL ON ZOOM

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SUMMER READING FOR ALL AGES June 1 - July 31, 2025

Fri, Jun 13 4-6pm • bounce houses • face painting • free ice cream • bubble show • & much more

Level Up at Your Library this summer!

Our Summer Reading program is for everyone, from babies to seniors.

Track the days you read and earn prizes along the way.

see back cover for more details.

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LINCOLNWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT • JUNE & JULY 2025

SIGN UP Starting June 1, stop by the Youth & Teen or Adult Services Desks to sign up for Summer Reading and receive your reading log. Prefer to track your reading online? Register on Beanstack at LINCOLNWOODLIBRARY.BEANSTACK.COM from June 1.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE Log each day that you read (or someone reads to you). The more days you track, the more prizes you can win, including tickets to grand prize drawings. Everyone participating will receive their custom Summer Reading t-shirt after 15 days of logged reading.

How can you Level Up your reading this summer? Set your own personal challenges as you track your days of reading and decide how many minutes of reading you want to achieve each day, or explore new authors and genres — you decide how you want to Level Up!

[R] REGISTRATION REQUIRED

[C] REGISTRATION REQUIRED W/ LPLD CARD

[D] DROP-IN

[H] HYBRID

[Z] VIRTUAL ON ZOOM

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ADULT THOUSAND-MILER: ADVENTURES HIKING THE ICE AGE TRAIL Tue, Jun 10 • 6:30-7:30pm • [R] Melanie Radzicki McManus, author of the memoir ThousandMiler: Adventures Hiking the Ice Age Trail, will talk about her record-setting trek along the 1,200-mile Ice Age National Scenic Trail, which winds throughout Wisconsin. She will also speak about the history of the National Scenic Trail system and how the Ice Age Trail came into being.

CHICAGO’S QUEER PAST: SOME KEY STORIES Wed, Jun 11 • 6:30-7:30pm • [R] Join historian John D’Emilio for a compelling look at Chicago’s LGBTQ+ history. From the queer performance scene of the 1920s to the activism of the gay liberation era and the impact of the AIDS crisis, this talk explores pivotal moments of resilience and change. Featuring archival images, this presentation brings the city’s queer past to life.

AFTERNOON SCRABBLE! Thu, Jun 12 & Thu, Jul 17 • 1-3pm • [D] Join us for a fun and friendly game of Scrabble at the Library! Whether you’re a seasoned wordsmith or a beginner, all experience levels are welcome. We’ll provide the space and the game—just bring your love of words!

Come with friends or meet new ones as you strategize, spell, and score big.

FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS SEMINAR Wed, Jun 18 • 6:30-7:30pm • [R] Ready to buy your first home? Join Dan Werdell of Guaranteed Rate Mortgage for an informative session on the home-buying process. From financing options to key steps in securing your dream home, get expert insights to make your journey to homeownership smooth and successful.

PLANT SWAP Sun, Jun 22 • 2-3pm • [D] Calling all plant lovers! Bring your potted and pest-free houseplants, cuttings, seedlings, succulents, air plants, wildflowers, annuals, or perennials to trade with fellow plant enthusiasts. This is a great opportunity to share healthy plants and growing tips. Please only bring plants in pots you are willing to part with—no loose or unidentified plants. This program will take place outside in the parking lot, but may be moved inside in case of inclement weather.

EASY DOES IT YOGA Tue, Jun 24 & Tue, Jul 29 • 6:30-7:30pm • [R] Join certified yoga instructor Joan McGee for yoga, a practice that can improve your flexibility, concentration, and strength while boosting your mood and reducing stress and joint strain. Participants must bring their own yoga mat or a beach towel. Yoga blocks are optional. All experience levels are welcome. Wear comfy clothes and shoes!

TAROT CARD READINGS Wed, Jun 25 • 5:30-8pm • [C] See what the Summer Solstice has in store for you! Sign up for a ten-minute, one-on-one tarot reading with Librarian and Tarot Reader Rachel. Registrants will be assigned a specific time slot a week prior to the program.

CHAIR YOGA WITH JOAN Thu, Jun 12 & Thu, Jul 10 • 6:30-7:30pm • [R] Practice seated poses in one of the gentlest forms of yoga available, led by certified yoga instructor Joan McGee. All experience levels are welcome. Wear comfy clothes and shoes!

SOUND BATH MEDITATION Tue, Jun 17 • 6:30-7:30pm • [C] Reset and relax with a guided meditation sound bath with Sound Healing Practitioner Rhonda Fentry. Experience the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, and Tingsha Bells to calm the mind, deepen selfawareness, and promote peace, health, and balanced energy. Participants must bring their own yoga mat or beach towel. Wear comfy clothes and shoes!

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LINCOLNWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT • JUNE & JULY 2025

HIVE TALKIN’--THE BUZZ ON BEES Tue, Jul 1 6:30-7:30pm • [R] 4 Join Three Bees Honey Farm for a fascinating look into the world of bees! Learn about the benefits of bees, the art of beekeeping, different types of hives, and how to create a bee-friendly garden. Plus, registrants will get to sample a variety of delicious honeys!

ADULT NINTENDO GAME NIGHT FOR ADULTS Mon, Jul 14 • 6-8pm • [C] Ready to Level Up? Join us for a fun-filled night of gaming, nostalgia, and friendly competition! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking to unwind, come enjoy a variety of Nintendo games in a relaxed, social setting.

FROM CHANGE TO TREASURE: UNDERSTANDING COIN & METAL VALUE Tue, Jul 8 • 6:30-8pm • [R] Curious about the value of your coins or precious metals? Join lifelong collector and American Numismatic Association member Dave Ekstrom for an informative talk on coin collecting and the worth of gold and silver. After the presentation, attendees can receive a free appraisal of up to three items, including coins, currency, or precious metals.

TAROT 101: WANDS AND PENTACLES Wed, Jul 16 • 6:30-8pm • [R] Continue your tarot journey by learning about two suits of the Minor Arcana: wands and pentacles. Librarian and Tarot Reader Rachel will take you through the imagery and symbolism of each card. This class is recommended for those who attended Tarot 101: The Major Arcana, or have prior knowledge of tarot.

GENTLE MOVES FOR STRENGTH & STABILITY Thu, Jul 17 • 10am-11am • [R] This gentle movement class is designed to help adults improve mobility, balance, and body awareness.

Participants will be guided through light exercises that focus on activating key muscle groups while relaxing others, helping to build better control and coordination for everyday movement.

IT’S TEA TIME IN SOUTH AFRICA! Tue, Jul 22 • 6:30-7:45pm • [C] 4 Join Sarah Berto for a fun and flavorful look at how tea is enjoyed in South Africa. You’ll learn a bit about the history of tea, how Rooibos became a national favorite, and what makes tisanes different from regular tea. You’ll even get to try a cup of Rooibos and enjoy a few traditional South African tea snacks along the way.

SUNDAY AFTERNOON WITH ACTION HEIGHTS DUO Sun, Jul 13 • 2-3pm • [R] Sit back and enjoy a lively afternoon of music with Action Heights, an instrumental ensemble featuring saxophonist J. Golko and guitarist Brendan Frank.

This dynamic duo brings fresh energy to timeless tunes, performing hits from the American Songbook— spanning smooth 1930s jazz, rock ‘n’ roll from the 1950s, and pop favorites from the 2000s. A perfect way to spend your Sunday!

[R] REGISTRATION REQUIRED

[C] REGISTRATION REQUIRED W/ LPLD CARD

SUMMER PUZZLE COMPETITION Sun, Jul 27 • 2:00-4:00pm • [R] Gather a group of 2-4 puzzlers to be the first team to assemble a 300-piece puzzle. Members of the winning team each earn a prize! The competition will start promptly after the rules are read. Please plan to arrive early.

[D] DROP-IN

[H] HYBRID

[Z] VIRTUAL ON ZOOM

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ADULT

MONDAY MORNING BOOK DISCUSSION THE SICILIAN INHERITANCE

BY JO PIAZZA Mon, Jun 9 • 11am-12pm • [R][H] When Sara Marsala travels to Sicily after her great-aunt Rosie’s death, she uncovers a family secret involving murder, the Mafia, and a hidden inheritance. As she digs into her family’s past, Sara finds strength, danger, and a connection to her roots she never expected.

GO AS A RIVER

BY SHELLEY READ Mon, Jul 14 • 11am-12pm • [R][H] In 1940s Colorado, young Victoria Nash’s life is forever changed by a chance encounter with a mysterious stranger. Through love, heartbreak, and the wild beauty of the mountains, she learns to survive and carve out her own future.

BOOKS IN THE WOODS SEPARATION ANXIETY

BY LAURA ZIGMAN Mon, Jun 23 • 7-8pm • [R][H] Judy, a middle-aged mom living through the discomfort of a struggling marriage and a flatlining career, finds herself wearing her dog in her son’s old baby sling. We follow Judy, dog in tow, as she tries to find her footing in her upsidedown life.

JO IN A

Book Club

Are you interested in joining one of our book clubs? New members are always welcome! Members are not required to attend every meeting and have the option of attending over Zoom, if preferred.

MONDAY MORNING BOOK DISCUSSION This group is perfect for general readers who enjoy discussing a good story with others.

Contemporary and historical fiction, along with the occasional mystery and memoir, comprise the selections for this group.

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AN AMERICAN SUMMER

BY ALEX KOTLOWITZ Mon, Jul 21 • 7-8pm • [R][H] A moving portrait of Chicago and the reality of its violence, told through journalistic profiles of some of the city’s real residents.

Their stories reveal the humanity behind the headlines.

BOOKS IN THE WOODS If you love great fiction and enjoy lively and vigorous conversations, join our Books in the Woods discussion. We read mostly contemporary and literary authors from all over the world. Diverse opinions and perspectives are welcome!

LINCOLNWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT • JUNE & JULY 2025

ADULT

CREATE KNITTING SOCIAL CIRCLE Wednesdays • 11am-12:30pm • [D] Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts.

EAT • CRAFT • WATCH Thu, Jun 5 & Jul 3 • 6:30-9pm • [D] 4 Calling all crafters! Gather together over snacks, movies, and dedicated time for creating what you love. We’ll decide as a group what to watch while enjoying each other’s company and working on our own projects. As long as you can get your supplies through the door, your craft is welcome.

CREATE YOUR OWN CHAINMAIL BRACELET Thu, Jun 26 • 6-8pm • [C] Learn the timeless art of connecting metal rings to craft a stylish and intricate chainmail bracelet. No experience needed—just bring your creativity! Presented in partnership with the Evanston Art Center.

ARTISAN WIRE-WRAPPED RING Mon, Jun 30 • 6-8pm • [C] Join jewelry artist and Inventive Wire Weaving author Susan Barzacchini for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to craft a beautifully intricate wire-wrapped ring. This engaging session is perfect for anyone curious about creative jewelry techniques. Reading glasses are recommended if you use them for this craft.

STITCHING BLOOMS: HAND-EMBROIDERED FLOWERS Thu, Jul 31 • 6-8pm • [C] Discover the art of floral embroidery as you learn a variety of stitches to create beautiful, hand-stitched flowers. Perfect for personalizing clothing, fabric, or home décor with a touch of handmade charm.

Presented in partnership with the Evanston Art Center.

GATHER LINCOLNWOOD WRITES: WRITING CLUB Wed, Jun 4 & Jul 2 • 7-9pm • [R][H] Whether you’re writing for fun or to be published someday, foster your creativity with like-minded authors in this monthly group. Bring in original work to be read aloud and get constructive feedback from your peers. Ages high school and up.

[R] REGISTRATION REQUIRED

[C] REGISTRATION REQUIRED W/ LPLD CARD

[D] DROP-IN

MAH JONGG Tuesdays • 1-3pm • [D] Meet other enthusiasts and play the Chinese tile-based game of Mah Jongg. Beginners welcome.

[H] HYBRID

[Z] VIRTUAL ON ZOOM

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ADULT

TECH CLICK, CLIP, SAVE: USING GROCERY STORE APPS Tue, Jun 24 • 10:30-11:30am • [R] Ever feel lost in the supermarket? Join us for a session on using phone apps/rewards programs for area grocery stores, including Jewel-Osco, Mariano’s, Wal-Mart, and Target. Learn how to “clip” digital coupons, earn rewards for free items or gas discounts, and more.

LEVEL UP WITH LIBBY Mon, Jun 16 6:30-7:30pm • [C] Libby, an app provided by the library for ebooks and audiobooks, gives Lincolnwood users access to thousands of titles. Learn how to download the app to your phone or tablet and how to manage holds and checked-out items.

If you have a Kindle, bring it, and we’ll show you how to use Libby to get books onto your Kindle.

IPHONE & IPAD CLUB Fri, Jun 27 & Jul 25 • 1-2:30pm • [R] Bring your iPhone and iPad to meet fellow Apple users and learn to do more with your device.

BUYING A SMARTPHONE Tue, Jul 15 • 6:30-8pm • [R] Android or Apple? AT&T or Verizon? Samsung or HTC? Unlimited data? Decisions, decisions! We’ll help you get to the bottom of the smartphone decision-making process by covering devices, providers, and plans.

We Have More Rokus!

To offer greater access to more patrons, we’ve doubled the number of Roku devices we circulate in the Library of Things. In addition, we’ve added brand new streamers including Paramount, Peacock, Crunchyroll, and Shudder.

Check out a Roku for access to these streamers, and more!

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Limited to Lincolnwood Resident cardholders.

LINCOLNWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT • JUNE & JULY 2025

ADULT

MONDAY MATINEES JUNE

JULY FLIGHT RISK (2024) Mon, Jun 2 • 1-2:45pm • R, 91 mins • [D] A U.S. marshal boards a small plane to transfer a government witness to New York. As they cross the Alaskan wilderness, tensions start to rise as not everyone on the flight is who they appear to be.

AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER (1957) Mon, Jul 7 • 1-3pm • G, 115 mins • [D] A man and woman meet and fall in love while aboard an ocean liner en route to New York.

They agree to meet at the top of the Empire State Building in six months to resume their romance, provided they’ve both ended their current respective relationships.

WALK THE LINE (2005) Mon, Jun 9 • 1-3:30pm • PG-13, 136 mins • [D] A biopic of country-music legend Johnny Cash, focusing primarily on the long courtship he had with June Carter. The film is structured as an extended flashback, opening with Cash readying to take the stage at his historic Folsom Prison Concert, and touches on his childhood, relating a horrific early incident from his life and establishing the troubled relationship he would have with his father.

THE IMMORTAL LIFE OF HENRIETTA LACKS (2017) Mon, Jun 16 • 1-2:45pm • TV-MA, 93 mins • [D] The story of Henrietta Lacks, a Black woman who died of cervical cancer in 1951, and whose cells were taken without her consent and became the first immortal human cell line, known as HeLa, revolutionizing medical research.

JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE (2017) Mon, Jul 14 • 1-3pm • PG-13, 119 mins • [D] Four teenagers discover a mysterious video game from the ‘90s while serving detention.

When they try to play it, they are transformed into various video-game avatars and dropped into a virtual jungle world.

RIFF RAFF (2025) Mon, Jul 21 • 1-2:45pm • R, 103 mins • [D] A former criminal’s ordinary life is turned upside down when his old family shows up for a long-awaited reunion.

SNOW WHITE (2025) Mon, Jul 28 • 1-3pm • PG, 109 mins • [D] A live-action adaptation of the 1937 Disney animated film Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

READY PLAYER ONE (2018) Mon, Jun 23 • 1-3:30pm • PG-13, 140 mins • [D] In a bleak 2045, most escape into the OASIS, a vast virtual reality. When its creator dies, he launches a contest to find a hidden Easter egg—the winner takes his fortune. Teenager Wade Watts joins the race, diving into a highstakes adventure.

HIDDEN FIGURES (2016) Mon, Jun 30 • 1-3:15pm • PG, 127 mins • [D] Three female African-American mathematicians provide crucial calculations for NASA’s space race against the Soviets, all while dealing with the racist and sexist assumptions of their white co-workers.

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Fri, Jun 13 • 4-6pm • All Ages Join us to celebrate our Summer Reading Program with bounce houses, face painting, free ice cream, and activities for the whole family, including a special bubble show with Ms Make Believe at 4:30pm.

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