Schaumburg Township District Library - June 2020 Guide

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At 2:27 p.m. on Friday, March 13, we announced we would be closing our doors at 5 p.m. that day, and would remain closed until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While this was a hard decision to make, we knew it was the right decision so that we could do our part to help keep our community safe.

On a typical day, we check out about 5,500 items. On

Curbside Pick-Up We’re excited to announce the launch of Curbside Pick-Up, now available at all Library locations! We know you’re eager to get new Library materials into your hands and we’re glad we can offer a way to safely help you. Just follow this simple 3-step process to use Curbside Pick-Up.

that Friday, we checked out 14,108 items.

STEP 1: PLACE A HOLD

While we’re so proud of the staff who worked that day

Visit SchaumburgLibrary.org and log in to your account to place holds on items you’d like to borrow. Or, give us a call at (847) 985-4000 and we can place holds for you.

and served so many people in such a big way, we’re equally grateful for the love you’ve shown our Library.

STEP 2: WAIT TO HEAR FROM US

Throughout our closure, you’ve continued to show your

As soon as your items are available to pick up, we’ll send you an email. (If you don’t have an email address, we’ll give you a call.) Please do not come to the Library until

support by sharing kind words, and also by using our services. Because even though our doors have been closed, we’ve still been serving you with more than 200 online programs offered and more than 30,000 digital items, such as eBooks and eAudiobooks, checked out.

Thank you for loving your Library. And we couldn’t be happier to start resuming more of our services, in a way that will continue to ensure your safety, along with the safety of our staff and items.

We’ve missed you. We’ll see you soon... from a safe distance, of course!

Anita Forte-Scott Board of Trustees, President

Annie Miskewitch Executive Director

you receive this notification. And please know that our processing time may be a bit slower than usual as we follow new safety precautions.

STEP 3: COME TO THE LIBRARY Come to the designated Curbside Pick-Up area at the Library. Once you arrive, text or call us following the directions posted on the signs to let us know you’re in the pick-up area. Please stay in your car and pop the trunk. Our staff will confirm your last name and card number, then place your items in your trunk.

Curbside Pick-Up Hours Monday – Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Service hours are subject to change without notice. Please visit SchaumburgLibrary.org or call (847) 985-4000 for the most up-to-date information.

In addition to books, DVDs, video games and other traditional Library items, you can also request other items through our Curbside Pick-Up. Call us at (847) 985-4000 to request tax forms, Summer Challenge Activity Books or Reading Logs, program supply kits and more.

STAY CONNECTED THE OLD-FASHIONED WAY NOT ALL OF OUR SERVICES REQUIRE A COMPUTER. HERE ARE LIBRARY SERVICES YOU CAN USE WITH JUST A PHONE OR TV.

GIVE US A CALL

PHONE-IN PROGRAMS

PROGRAMS ON CABLE ACCESS

MONDAY - SATURDAY · 9 A.M. - 5 P.M. General Questions · (847) 985-4000 Reference Desk · (847) 923-3322 Fiction, Movies & Music · (847) 923-3140 Youth & Teen Desk · (847) 923-3439 Have a question? Give us a call! Our staff are available to assist via phone with reference questions, readers advisory recommendations and more. Due to limited staff, response time may be slower than usual. Please be patient and we’ll assist you as soon as we’re able.

CALL (847) 923-3195 Wednesday, July 15 · 10 a.m. · Share What You Read Tuesday, July 21 · 10 a.m. · Interview with bestselling author Harlan Coben Tuesday, July 28 · 10 a.m. · Interview with Schaumburg Library genealogist Tony Kierna Call in and listen to some great programs over the phone. Call a few minutes before the listed start time to join. Limit 40 callers per program.

On July 15, connect with others as you share your thoughts on favorite books you’ve read. On July 21 and 28, listen to these compelling, pre-recorded interviews. For a schedule of upcoming phone-in programs, call (847) 923-3388.

SCHAUMBURG · Comcast channel 17, AT&T channel 99 · Times vary HANOVER PARK · Comcast channel 17 · For Kids: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. · For Adults: Mondays, 6:30 p.m.

HOFFMAN ESTATES · Comcast channel 6, AT&T channel 99 · For Kids: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. · For adults: Tuesdays, 7 p.m.

Some of our most popular programs are now available on our local cable access channels.

Enjoy storytimes, craft programs, book talks, oral histories and more, all from the comfort of your home. For other cable service providers, please check your local listings for the appropriate channel. Watch for more information coming soon about our Town Square Summer Concerts airing on cable access!

STORYWALK® SPRING VALLEY NATURE CENTER 1111 E. Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg RANGER PARK · 7555 Barrington Rd., Hanover Park Enjoy nature and a story! Stories will be in place

by June 19 and will be updated throughout the summer. Spring Valley’s first story is Love the Earth by Julan Lennon and Ranger Park’s first story is Seeds Move by Robin Page. Please follow social distancing guidelines while on the trails.

DIAL-A-STORY (847) 923-3197 Give us a call anytime to hear new and classic stories for kids, read aloud by our staff. New stories are available every Monday and Friday.

Resuming Home Delivery In early June, our Outreach team will resume home delivery to current outreach patrons.

If you live in a private residence, you’ll receive your items in the mail. If you live in a senior living facility, we’ll resume regular deliveries. Visit SchaumburgLibrary.org/home-delivery, or contact outreach@stdl.org or (847) 923-3392 to learn more or to see if you qualify.

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Summer Challenge: Dig Deeper Let’s read, investigate and discover this summer, all while earning badges, solving puzzles and working toward a final prize. Maya and her animal friends will lead you through fun activities to help you dig deeper into the world around you all summer long.

We have a super fun Activity Book available for kids this summer. We’re especially excited about a special, online scavenger hunt our friends at The Mystery League created for us!

This year, all materials are available to download at SchaumburgLibrary.org/read,, making it easy for you to participate while social distancing. You can also request to pick up these items from our new Curbside Pick-Up. Just give us a call at (847) 985-4000.

SIGN UP There are three easy ways to join the Summer Challenge: • Visit SchaumburgLibrary.org/read • Download the Beanstack app for iOS or Android and seach for our Library • Just start logging your reading and activites using the logs on the next page

EARN BADGES Use the logs on the next pages to track your reading (kids can track activities, too) or track online or with the app. Earn any five badges to complete the Summer Challenge.

WIN A PRIZE! Complete the Summer Challenge to win a prize. Kids win a prize of a book. Teens will be entered into a drawing to win online gift cards. Adults win a prize of a tote bag (while supplies last).

Need help or have questions? Just email read@stdl.org.

Now Accepting Returns Monday - Saturday • 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

You can now return Library items to the Central Library book drop located at the north end of the parking lot. All items will be quarantined for a minimum of 7 days. Items will remain listed on your account until after the quarantine period. This may take up to 14 days.

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• Track your reading by using this log. Or go to SchaumburgLibrary.org/read.

• Earn any five badges to complete the Challenge and win a prize of a Library Tote bag (While supplies last).

• Once you’ve earned five badges, send an email to read@stdl.org to let us know you’ve completed the Challenge and to claim your prize.

• Earn your first badge just by registering.

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• Earn badges by reading and completing activities.

• Track your reading and activities using this log. Or go to SchaumburgLibrary.org/read.

• Earn any five badges to complete the Challenge and win a prize of a book.

• Once you’ve earned five badges, send an email to read@stdl.org to let us know you’ve completed the Challenge and to claim your prize.

• Earn your first badge just by registering.

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• Track your reading and activities using this log. Or go to SchaumburgLibrary.org/read.

• Earn any five badges to complete the Challenge and win a prize of a book.

• Once you’ve earned five badges, send an email to read@stdl.org to let us know you’ve completed the Challenge and to claim your prize.

• Earn your first badge just by registering.

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Outer space, here we come! – page 13

Scientifically speaking – page 12

Archaeological dig – page 11

Take a nature walk – page 10

Explore

Complete three Discover activities to earn this badge.

Extreme close-ups – page 9

Feeling curious? Ask a Librarian! – page 8

Dirt you can eat – page 7

Dino word search – page 6

The leak-proof bag experiment – page 5

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Online Programs Visit SchaumburgLibrary.org/events for our full calendar of online programs.

We’re adding new programs all the time!

“Watch Now” programs are available any time on the Library’s YouTube channel, with new videos added no later than the date and time listed. “Schaumburg Library Live” programs take place via Zoom. Register for the program and you’ll receive a link to join the Zoom webinar approximately one hour before the program’s start time.

All Ages

Teens

SCHAUMBURG LIBRARY LIVE: IMAGINATION FROM THE PAGES

WATCH NOW: THE QUARANTEENED COOKING SHOW

REGISTER NOW · Saturdays, June 6 - July 25 10-11 a.m.

Join our friends from the Chuck Jones Center for Creativity as we explore our Summer Challenge theme of Dig Deeper. At every class you’ll learn ways to draw Looney Tunes characters into scenes from your favorite books. Just imagine: Bugs Bunny in The Hobbit!

Fridays • 3-3:30 p.m.

Join teen librarian Joe for super simple cooking demonstrations using items you’re likely to have in your pantry. Beginners preferred, no experience necessary.

Youth

SCHAUMBURG LIBRARY LIVE: BEGINNING GENEALOGY

WATCH NOW: CRAFTERNOON

REGISTER NOW · Tuesday, June 16 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Using a list of more than 25 free websites, this class will help you start your journey into your family history. Presenter Jacquie Schattner will discuss tips for using genealogical websites more efficiently and organizing your information.

Mondays • 1-1:30 p.m.

Join our youth staff for fun craft projects you can do from home. Get ready to get crafty!

WATCH NOW: FAMILY STORYTIME Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10-10:15 a.m.

Storytelling, songs, finger plays and flannel board stories... all from the comfort of your living room.

SCHAUMBURG LIBRARY LIVE: VIRTUAL DANCE PARTY REGISTER NOW · Mondays, June 15 & 29 10-10:30 a.m.

Looking to burn off some energy? Join us for this fun and high energy virtual dance party. We’ll work up a sweat listening to music and letting our feet keep the beat.

SCHAUMBURG LIBRARY LIVE: TWEEN TRIVIA! REGISTER NOW · 9-12 years · Thursday, June 18 4-5 p.m.

Books, movies, TV, games... join us to test your knowledge on all things tweens love.

Adults

SCHAUMBURG LIBRARY LIVE: LEADING THROUGH CHANGE IN A CHANGING WORLD REGISTER NOW · Thursday, June 18 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Therese Fennig, ACC, CPLC, Certified Executive and Leadership Development Coach, will help you discover how to effectively and professionally lead through change, move beyond feeling stuck and guide with greater ease and confidence. The approach or attitude that worked for you years ago may not work well for you today.

SCHAUMBURG LIBRARY LIVE: THE RISE & FALL OF ELIZABETH HOLMES REGISTER NOW · Tuesday, June 23 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Historian Leslie Goddard will chronicle the saga of once-prodigy Elizabeth Holmes and her company Theranos. Leslie will explore John Carreyrou’s book Bad Blood and recount this modern scandal.

SCHAUMBURG LIBRARY LIVE: WHAT ARE YOU READING? REGISTER NOW · Tuesday, June 30 • 10-11 am.

Join us for a casual discussion, sharing books that you have read recently. Add to your personal reading list!

SCHAUMBURG LIBRARY LIVE: DANN & RAYMOND’S MOVIE CLUB REGISTER NOW · Thursday, July 2 • 7-9 pm.

Favorite presenters Dann Gire and Raymond Benson are bringing us a virtual version of their Movie Club. This month’s topic: Greatest Male Sex Symbols.

TOWN SQUARE SUMMER CONCERTS ON CABLE ACCESS TV COMING SOON Many of our favorite bands and performers will be recording concerts for us to share with you on local cable access. Stay tuned for details, including the line-up of bands, and dates and times to watch.

SCHAUMBURG LIBRARY LIVE: IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH WITH ONLINE TOOLS REGISTER NOW · Mondays, June 22 & July 20 10-11:30 a.m.

Learn to improve your English skills with Pronunciator, available with a Schaumburg Library card.

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SUMMER CHALLENGE: DIG DEEPER Hi, I’m Maya. I’m your guide for fun and adventure this summer as we Dig Deeper together. We’ll read, investigate, discover and so much more! Join me to earn badges, solve puzzles and work toward earning a final prize.

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