Schaumburg Township District Library December 2017/January 2018 Guide

December 2017/January 2018

Winter Challenge PAGE 5

Preschool Open House PAGE 7

CONTENTS Registration Information PAGE 1

About the Library PAGE 2

All Ages PAGE 3-5

Youth PAGES 6–10

Tweens (9-12 years)

PAGE 9-10

Teens (12-19 years)

Registration Information REGISTER FOR FREE PROGRAMS IN PERSON: Stop by the Information Desk at any Library location.

ONLINE: Visit SchaumburgLibrary.org PHONE: Call the Information Desk at (847) 923-3347.

REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS WITH A FEE IN PERSON: Stop by the Information Desk at any Library location.

PHONE: Call the Information Desk at (847) 923-3347.

REGISTRATION DESIGNATION DROP IN: Attend at your leisure during allotted times without registering.

REGISTER NOW: Register when you receive the Guide or any time prior to the program, space permitting.

REGISTER DECEMBER 1: Register no sooner than December 1. You may still register after that date, space permitting.

TICKETED: You must pick up free tickets 30 minutes prior to the event.

(Primarily used for youth programs.)

PAGES 11

Adults PAGES 12–19

Technology PAGES 20–22

PLEASE NOTE: Patrons registering for programs in person will be assisted before those who register by phone.

Fees are non-refundable and due at the time of registration. Refunds may be issued for bus trips (less a $3 service fee) only if another patron registers to take your place.

Accommodations for special assistance will be made upon request, based on availability.

If possible, please register at least two weeks prior to the program and note the accommodation needed at the time of registration.

Image Release All Library visitors permit the Library to take photos and videos and to use these images in future Library publications and promotions, in print and online.

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SCHAUMBURG TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY • December 2017/January 2018

OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE RELEVANT INFORMATION, BOOKS, MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY AND PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES IN A SAFE AND FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT THROUGH

About Schaumburg Township District Library

THE SERVICE OF WELL TRAINED STAFF.

Board Members

Jillian Bernas Gerald Bromley, Treasurer Anita Forte-Scott, Vice President/Secretary Hannah Hyman David Jonen Theresa Seyring Julie Wroblewski Bosshart, President

Student Advisory Trustees Ashwin Prabhu Kenneth Beymer

Leadership

Monica Harris, Executive Director Annie Miskewitch, Deputy Director UPCOMING BOARD MEETINGS

Mondays • 7 p.m.

Dec. 18 & Jan. 15 • Central Conference Room

Locations & Hours

ALL LOCATIONS WILL BE CLOSED ON SUNDAY, DEC. 24; MONDAY, DEC. 25; SUNDAY, DEC. 31 (AT 5 P.M.) & MONDAY, JAN. 1.

CENTRAL LIBRARY

130 S. ROSELLE ROAD • SCHAUMBURG, IL Monday – Friday 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sunday Noon - 5 p.m.

Sunday Noon - 9 p.m.

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(847) 985-4000

HANOVER PARK BRANCH

1266 IRVING PARK ROAD • HANOVER PARK, IL Monday – Thursday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday – Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday Closed

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HOFFMAN ESTATES BRANCH

1550 HASSELL ROAD • HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL Monday – Thursday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday – Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday Closed

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(630) 372-7800

(847) 885-3511

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PROGRAMS FOR

ALL AGES WORKSHOP Saturdays • 1-3 p.m. • All Ages • Drop In PROGRAM

DATE

DIY Snowglobe

Dec. 2

Paper Bag Gingerbread House

Dec. 9

DIY eReader & Tablet Covers

Dec. 16

Holiday De-Stress Crafts

Dec. 23

New Year’s Resolutions

Dec. 30

New Year’s Rememberlutions Notebook

Jan. 6

3D Paper Sculptures

Jan. 13

Penguin Awareness Day Crafts

Jan. 20

International Puzzle Day

Jan. 27

ARTIST ALLEY APPLICATION Comic Con is coming on Saturday, March 10! Due to the growing popularity but limited number of spaces available in our Artist Alley, we’re accepting artist submissions to join the Alley. Visit SchaumburgLibrary.org/artist-alley to complete your application. Applications are due Wednesday, Jan. 31.

BOOK SALE

SATURDAY, JAN. 13

Central Library (south entrance) • 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

50¢ for paperbacks, $1 for hardcovers.

Books, DVDs and more.

MOVIES DROP IN • ALL AGES Central Workshop • Tuesdays & Thursdays • 2 p.m.

Hanover Park Branch • Tuesdays • 4 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Thursdays • 3:30 & 6:30 p.m.

Hanover Park Branch • Fridays • 1 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Saturdays • 1 p.m.

Tuesday’s movies at the Central Workshop will be Closed Captioned/Subtitled. Stop by, take a seat and enjoy a movie. We watch new releases, old classics and family favorites – always rated PG-13 or lower.

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SCHAUMBURG TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY • December 2017/January 2018

PROGRAMS FOR

ALL AGES

HOLIDAY PHOTOS DROP IN • Central Workshop • Saturday, Dec. 2 10:30 a.m. - Noon Get your photo taken in front of our portable green screen. Photos will be edited with your selected background and emailed to you in a week.

NOON YEAR’S EVE PARTY DROP IN • Central Library • Friday, Dec. 29 10 a.m. - Noon Come celebrate the start of the new year at the Library with activities and a countdown!

RANDOM RINGERS CONCERT

CHILDREN’S CHOIR

DROP IN • Central Workshop • Monday, Dec. 4 • 7-8 p.m.

This community handbell choir will put you in the spirit of the season with beautiful renditions of classic carols.

DROP IN • Central Rasmussen South • Monday, Jan. 29 7-8 p.m.

Schaumburg Children’s Chorus is an audition-based chorus comprised of members ranging in age from third grade through early high school.

COLORING CRAZE DROP IN Central Craft Room • Tuesday, Dec. 5 • 4-5 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Friday, Dec. 15 • 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Hanover Park Branch • Monday, Dec. 18 • 4-5 p.m.

Central Craft Room • Tuesday, Jan. 2 • 2-3 p.m.

Hanover Park Branch • Monday, Jan. 8 • 4-5 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Friday, Jan. 19 • 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Coloring is fun and relaxing! Let’s turn off our devices and join this carefree craze.

LIFE-SIZED CANDYLAND DROP IN • Central Program Room • Saturday, Dec. 16 2-4 p.m.

Make your way through the Lollipop Woods and cross the Ice Cream Sea in this life-sized version of a childhood favorite.

HARRY POTTER BOOK NIGHT DROP IN • Central Library • Thursday, Feb. 1 • 4-7 p.m.

Join us for a magical evening full of crafts, games and fun for the entire family. More details on back page.

MEET SKATES DROP IN • Central Program Room • Wednesday, Feb. 7 4-5 p.m.

Meet the Chicago Wolves mascot, Skates. He’ll be happy to pose for pictures.

THE SHADOW PUPPETRY CONSPIRACY TICKETED • Central Program Room • Friday, Dec. 22 • 6-7 p.m.

Using audience suggestions, a storyteller will weave an original tale as a group of daring shadow puppeteers creates and performs the story right before your eyes. Original, high-energy and hilarious! Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes prior to the program.

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PROGRAMS FOR

ALL AGES WINTER CHALLENGE DEC. 1-JAN. 31 TAKE THE CHALLENGE

HELP US GIVE BACK

JOIN TODAY

Join us in reading great books and completing activities that are good for our bodies, brains and world. This family-friendly Winter Challenge incorporates reading goals and activities for all ages, and makes it simple for families to participate together.

This year, Beanstack (our online reading log software) has teamed up with Dallas Mavericks Owner/Businessman/Shark Tank personality Mark Cuban and extended an offer to participating libraries: read a total of 50,000 books and one million minutes in January and Cuban will donate $25,000 to First Book, a national charity that provides books to children in need.

Sign up at SchaumburgLibrary.org/read or go to any Library location.

How it Works: • Earn badges by reading or completing activities. You earn your first badge just by joining the program!

• Track your progress online, or use a paper log to track your reading and activities.

• Upon earning five badges, kids and teens win a prize of a book and adults will be entered into a drawing to win a $10 gift card to Half Price Books (35 gift cards available).

Let’s do our part and log lots of reading this winter!

Congratulations to Campanelli Elementary School for winning first place in the Library’s School District 54 Summer Reading Challenge! Campanelli had the most participants, many of whom are pictured here.

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SCHAUMBURG TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY • December 2017/January 2018

YOUTH PROGRAMS

STORYTIMES INFANT STORYTIME TICKETED • 0-12 months • Central Program Room Mondays, Jan. 8 - Feb. 12 • 10-10:30 a.m.

Short stories, music and movement for you and your child. Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes prior to the program.

WALKER STORYTIME

SNOWY STORIES DROP IN • 0-5 years Hanover Park Branch • Tuesday, Dec. 12 • 10:30-11 a.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Wednesday, Dec. 13 10:30-11 a.m.

Come in from the cold for a special winter storytime.

STORIES IN THE FOREST DROP IN • 0-5 years • Central kidsZone Saturday, Dec. 16 • 11-11:30 a.m.

Join members from eKiwanis as they read stories out loud in the Enchanted Forest.

FAMILY STORYTIME TICKETED • All Ages Central Program Room • Mondays, Jan. 8 - Feb. 12 1-1:30 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Mondays, Jan. 8 - Feb. 12 6:30-7 p.m.

Hanover Park Branch • Tuesdays, Jan. 9 - Feb. 13 10:30-11 a.m.

Central Program Room • Tuesdays, Jan. 9 - Feb. 13 6:30-7 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Wednesdays, Jan. 10 - Feb. 14 10:30-11 a.m.

Hanover Park Branch • Thursdays, Jan. 11 - Feb. 15 6:30-7 p.m.

Storytelling, songs, finger plays and flannel board stories. Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes prior to the program.

TICKETED • 13-23 months • Central Program Room Thursdays, Jan. 11 - Feb. 16 • 10-10:30 a.m. OR 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Music, stories, rhymes and finger plays for you and your child. Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes prior to the program.

TODDLER TIME TICKETED • 24-35 months • Central Workshop Thursdays, Jan. 11 - Feb. 16 • 10-10:30 a.m. OR 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Stop in with your toddler and join in the fun with rhymes, music, movement and short stories.

Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes prior to the program.

ON MY OWN PRESCHOOL STORYTIME TICKETED • 3-5 years • Central Storytime Room Wednesdays, Jan. 10 - Feb. 14 • 1-1:30 p.m.

Your little ones are on their own for stories and crafts. Caregivers must remain in kidsZone during this program. Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes prior to the program.

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS BABY PLAY DROP IN • 0-24 months Hanover Park Branch • Fridays, Dec. 1 - Feb. 2 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Tuesdays, Dec. 5 - Feb. 6 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Central Program Room • Wednesdays, Dec. 6 - Jan. 31 9:30-11 a.m.

Come play with your baby and chat with other caregivers.

PARENT/CHILD CRAFT DROP IN • 2-5 years • Central Craft Room Thursdays, Dec. 7-28 • 11-11:30 a.m.

Tuesdays, Jan. 2-30 • 1-1:30 p.m.

Make a simple craft with your preschooler.

UNTIDY TODDLERS: CANDYLAND REGISTER DEC. 1 • 1-3 years • Central Craft Room Friday, Dec. 8 • 10-10:45 a.m.

Explore sensory stations based on the classic board game.

DANCE PARTY TICKETED • 0-5 years Central Program Room • Monday, Dec. 18 10-10:30 a.m. OR 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Hanover Park Branch • Tuesday, Dec. 19 • 10:30-11 a.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Wednesday, Dec. 20 10:30-11 a.m.

Shake your rattles and roll. No rattle? No problem! Instruments will be provided. Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes prior to the program.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

“I like to play with the ribbons and magnet wall. I like the ABCs on the carpet.”

-Violet, age 3, Roselle

YOGA FOR KIDS

PLAY GROUP

TICKETED • Central Program Room Preschool • 3-5 years Tuesday, Dec. 26 • 9:30-10:30 a.m. OR 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Toddlers • 1-3 years Wednesday, Dec. 27 • 9:30-10:30 a.m. OR 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Babies • 0-12 months Thursday, Dec. 28 • 9:30-10:30 a.m. OR 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join certified yoga instructor Marti Anne Lahood as she leads your little one in a relaxing yoga session. Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes prior to the program.

DROP IN • 2-6 years • Central Craft Room Fridays, Jan. 12 - Feb. 17 • 10-11 a.m.

Play and explore with our various sensory toys and activities.

PUPPET SHOW

UNTIDY TODDLERS: THINGS THAT GO REGISTER DEC. 1 • 1-3 years • Central Craft Room Wednesday, Jan. 17 • 10-10:45 a.m.

Explore sensory stations inspired by planes, boats, trains and more.

TICKETED • 3 years & up • Central Program Room Wednesday, Dec. 27 • 1-1:30 a.m. kidsZone staff will perform a puppet show. Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes prior to the program.

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SCHAUMBURG TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY • December 2017/January 2018

PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE DROP IN • Parents & Caregivers Central Rasmussen Room Wednesday, Jan. 17 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Parents and caregivers can learn about prospective preschools, daycares and home daycares in the area.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

BOOK EXPLORERS

REGISTER DEC. 1 • 5-8 years Central Craft Room Tuesdays, Dec. 26 & Jan. 23 4-5 p.m.

Dec.: Red: A Crayon’s Story

by Michael Hall Jan.: Don’t Throw it to Mo!

by David A. Adler

LEGO® LEAGUE

TINKER TUESDAY

DROP IN • 4 years & up Hoffman Estates Branch • Friday, Dec. 1 • 3:30-4:15 p.m.

Hanover Park Branch • Monday, Dec. 11 • 4-5 p.m.

Central Program Room • Tuesday, Dec. 19 • 4-4:45 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Wednesday, Jan. 10 3:30-4:15 p.m.

Central Program Room • Tuesday, Jan. 16 • 4-4:45 p.m.

Hanover Park Branch • Wednesday, Jan. 24 • 3:30-4:15 p.m.

Have fun building and playing games with LEGO® blocks.

REGISTER DEC. 1 • 8-14 years • Central Craft Room Tuesday, Dec. 12 • 4-5 p.m.

Repurpose ordinary items into your own unique creations.

ORIGAMI BOOK TREE REGISTER NOW • 8-12 years • Central Craft Room Monday, Dec. 4 • 4-5 p.m.

Use an old book to create a decorative tree.

WEAVING WEDNESDAY TICKETED • 8-14 years • Central Craft Room Wednesdays, Dec. 20 & Jan. 17 • 3:30-4:15 p.m.

We’ll weave our way through the afternoon using paper, yarn, sticks and straws. Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes prior to the program.

BEN’S BUBBLE SHOW TICKETED • 4 years & up • Central Rasmussen Room Friday, Jan. 5 • 2-3 p.m.

Watch and participate as Ben creates sculptures and magic with bubbles. Pick up your free tickets 30 minutes prior to the program.

READ TO A DOG

INTRO TO DENSITY

DROP IN • 7-12 years Hanover Park Branch • Wednesday, Dec. 6 • 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Wednesday, Dec. 13 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Create ornaments or other decorations using Shrinky Dinks.

REGISTER NOW • 6 years & up Hanover Park Branch • Thursdays, Dec. 21 & Jan. 25 4-5 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Tuesdays, Dec. 26 & Jan. 30 4-5 p.m.

Central Storytime Room • Mondays, Jan. 15-29 • 4-5 p.m.

Boost your confidence, improve your reading skills and create a special bond with a therapy dog. Bring the book of your choice to read aloud to a dog. Register for one 15-minute session.

REGISTER DEC. 1 • 7-10 years • Central Craft Room Saturday, Jan. 6 • 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Create a rainbow jar while learning about the scientific concept of density.

MINDFUL MOMENTS

CODE WITH DASH

SHRINKY DINK ORNAMENTS

REGISTER NOW • 6-9 years • Central Craft Room Thursday, Dec. 7 • 4-4:45 p.m.

Relax as you listen to a mindfulness story, then keep calm as you complete a soothing art activity.

REGISTER DEC. 1 • 6-9 years • Central Program Room Saturday, Dec. 23 • 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Play with Dash, a kid-friendly robot you can program.

“WHO WAS” BOOK CLUB REGISTER DEC. 1 • 8-14 years • Central Craft Room Tuesday, Jan. 9 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Readers’ choice! Check out any book from our “Who Was” collection of biographies to read before our book club meets. Activities and discussion will be based on the books you select.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

ART BINGO DROP IN • 6 -14 years • Hanover Park Branch Thursday, Jan. 11 • 4-4:30 p.m.

Play art-inspired Bingo.

CLING FILM ART REGISTER DEC. 1 • 7-10 years • Central Craft Room Saturday, Jan. 20 • 2:30-3:15 p.m.

Use your imagination to create process art with beautiful colors. In process art, the end product doesn’t matter – just the creative process.

TWEEN PROGRAMS TWEEN ADVISORY BOARD REGISTER NOW • 9-12 years Central Program Room • Fridays, Dec. 8 & Jan. 12 4:30-6 p.m.

Plan events, eat a snack, play games, meet new friends and make decisions for the Library’s Tween Space.

ART STUDIO: MOSAIC MADNESS

SNOW CREATION

REGISTER DEC. 1 • 6-9 years Central Craft Room Friday, Jan. 26 4-5 p.m.

Learn about mosaics and create one to take home.

REGISTER NOW • 9-12 years • Central Craft Room Saturday, Dec. 2 • 2:30-3:15 p.m.

Create fake snow using a variety of experimental recipes and help determine which one is the best.

SNOWFLAKE GEOMETRY REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years • Central Craft Room Saturday, Dec. 9 • 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Use mathematical concepts to create a paper snowflake.

LED GREETING CARD REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years • Hanover Park Branch Thursday, Dec. 14 • 4-4:45 p.m.

Design a greeting card that lights up!

SNOWMAN PLUSH REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years Hoffman Estates Branch • Wednesday, Dec. 27 • 2-3 p.m.

Create an adorable snowman plush out of a sock.

SMASH BROS. TOURNAMENT REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years Central Program Room • Thursday, Dec. 28 • 2-3 p.m.

Let’s-a go! Chow down on some snacks and compete for prizes in this all-star Battle Royale on our Wii U.

“There’s so many toys here.

I like to read books like Peppa Pig and Daniel Tiger.”

-Leah, age 2, Hanover Park

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SCHAUMBURG TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY • December 2017/January 2018

“There are a lot of animal books. Those are my favorite kind.”

YOUTH PROGRAMS

-James, age 5, Hoffman Estates

CODE WITH DASH REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years Central Program Room • Saturday, Dec. 30 • 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Play with Dash, a kid-friendly robot you can program.

CREATIVITY IN WORKSHOP REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years • Central Workshop Tuesday, Jan. 2 • 2-3 p.m.

Show off your style and creativity through an open-ended art project.

SIMPLE HAND SEWING REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years • Hanover Park Branch Wednesday, Jan. 3 • 2-3 p.m.

Learn and practice a basic running stitch while you sew hand warmers.

HARRY POTTER SMACKDOWN

VOLCANO SCIENCE

REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years • Workshop Thursday, Jan. 4 • 3-4 p.m.

Test your Harry Potter knowledge as you go head-to-head against teens.

REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years Central Program Room • Saturday, Jan. 27 • 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Make a fake volcano explode and learn about the science of volcanoes.

FOSSIL CREATION & SCIENCE

PIXEL ART

REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years Central Craft Room • Saturday, Jan. 13 • 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Create a fossil impression and learn about the science behind these fascinating objects.

REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years • Central Craft Room Saturday, Feb. 3 • 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Use graph paper and special techniques to create a handmade pixel art drawing.

BLOXELS

BETWEEN THE LINES BOOK CLUB

REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years • Hanover Park Branch Thursday, Jan. 18 • 4-5 p.m.

Learn to use Bloxels to create your own video game.

REGISTER DEC. 1 • 9-12 years Central Craft Room • Monday, Feb. 5 4-5 p.m.

This month’s book is Pashmina

by Nidhi Chanani.

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TEEN PROGRAMS

“It’s a good place to study or hang out with my friends, and I like the Studio for making videos.”

-Akarsh B., age 17, Schaumburg

HAUNTED GINGERBREAD HOUSES REGISTER NOW • Central Teen Place Monday, Dec. 4 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Make creepy haunted gingerbread houses and decorations. Stay after the program to watch The Nightmare Before Christmas.

GIFT IN A JAR REGISTER NOW • Central Teen Place Tuesday, Dec. 5 • 7-8 p.m.

Create fun presents for family, friends and yourself by making one-of-a-kind mason jar gifts.

WRITING CLUB REGISTER NOW • Central Teen Place Mondays, Dec. 11 & Jan. 8 • 7-8 p.m.

Young Adult Author Penny Blubaugh leads creative writing activities.

CELEBRATE STAR WARS REGISTER NOW • Central Teen Place Thursday, Dec. 14 • 7-8 p.m.

Celebrate the movie release of Star Wars: Episode VIII with trivia, snacks and games.

ESCAPE THE ROOM REGISTER NOW Hanover Park Branch • Tuesday, Jan. 2 • 1-2 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Monday, Jan. 15 • 3-4 p.m.

You’ll have mere minutes to solve a series of riddles, decipher the clues and find the key to escape. Do you have the brainpower?

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INTRO TO IMPOV REGISTER NOW • Central Teen Place Wednesday, Jan. 3 • 6:30-8 p.m.

Have fun and learn improv techniques and games from the professionals from Laugh Out Loud Theater!

HARRY POTTER SMACKDOWN REGISTER DEC. 1 • Central Workshop Thursday, Jan. 4 • 3-4 p.m.

Test your Harry Potter knowledge as you go head-to-head against tweens.

HYDRAULIC CHALLENGE REGISTER DEC. 1 • Central Teen Place Thursday, Jan. 11 • 7-8 p.m.

Work in teams with our hydraulic arms to solve problems and complete missions.

ART NIGHT REGISTER DEC. 1 • Central Teen Place Thursday, Jan. 18 • 7-8 p.m.

This month, we’re getting fancy with canvas paint night from Bottle and Bottega. Get creative, combine colors and have a blast. Artistic talent highly unnecessary.

SCHAUMBURG TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY • December 2017/January 2018

HIGH SCHOOL VOLUNTEER SESSIONS REGISTER DEC. 1 • Central Teen Place Saturday, Jan. 27 • 1-2 p.m. OR 2-3 p.m.

High school teens have the opportunity to earn community service hours at the Library in volunteer sessions. Each month will feature a different project to help the Library or a community organization. Teens must sign up for each one-hour session individually.

3D DESIGN & PRINTING REGISTER DEC. 1 • Central Teen Place Monday, Jan. 29 • 6:30-8 p.m.

Learn about 3D design and printing from our local expert. Create models, shapes, jewelry and more with free 3D modeling software and our 3D printer.

CHOCOLATE TASTERS REGISTER DEC. 1 • Central Teen Place Monday, Feb. 5 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Enjoy tasting various types of unique and flavorful chocolate treats as we learn about the history of chocolate and Valentine’s Day.

“My kids love the books and environment, and my son likes the computers.

We always get books to check out.”

ADULT PROGRAMS

-Sania U., Schaumburg

BOOK & MOVIE DISCUSSIONS DANN & RAYMOND’S MOVIE CLUB

YOUNG(ISH) ADULT BOOK CLUB

POLISH BOOK DISCUSSION

DROP IN • Central Rasmussen North Thursdays, Dec. 7 & Jan. 4 • 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Dec.: We’re Not Going to Say We’re Sorry - Love Stories at the Cinema Jan.: Out of the Closet - Gay and Lesbian Films in Hollywood

DROP IN • Wally’s Coffeehouse • 55 W. Schaumburg Rd. Sunday, Jan. 14 • 1-2 p.m.

We may be adults, but we sure love reading YA books! This month’s book is The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. Limited loaner copies available at the Fiction Desk beginning Dec. 1.

REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen South Wednesday, Jan. 10 • 7:30-9 p.m.

We’ll read and discuss books in the Polish language. Upon registration, the moderator will contact you to make arrangements for you to purchase your book.

BOOK BONANZA

BEYOND THE BOOK

SECOND FLOOR READS

DROP IN Central Workshop • Monday, Dec. 11 • 10-11 a.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Monday, Jan. 8 • 2-3 p.m.

Stop by for information about upcoming titles and reading recommendations from our fiction librarians. Play games for a chance to win books.

REGISTER DEC. 1 Central Rasmussen South • Tuesday, Jan. 16 • 10-11 a.m.

The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood Central Rasmussen South • Thursday, Jan. 18 7:30-8:30 p.m.

The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens Central Rasmussen South • Tuesday, Jan. 23 • 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng Limited loaner copies available at the Fiction Desk 30 days prior to each discussion date.

REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen South Wednesday, Jan. 24 • 6:30-8 p.m.

January: The Return: Fathers, Sons & the Land Inbetween by Hisham Matar.

Limited loaner copies available at the Adult Information Desk beginning Dec. 22.

WHAT ARE YOU READING? DROP IN • Central Workshop Wednesday, Dec. 13 • 10-11 a.m.

Connect with other readers and discuss recent books you’ve read. You’re sure to walk away with some titles to add to your “To Read” list.

WHO FILMED THIS BOOK? REGISTER NOW • Hanover Park Branch Wednesdays, Jan. 10 & 24 • 6:30-9 p.m.

You’ve read the book, now watch and discuss the movie based on that book. January: The Circle.

Limited loaner copies available at the Hanover Park Branch beginning Dec. 1.

KOREAN BOOK DISCUSSION REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen South Tuesday, Jan. 23 • 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

We’ll read and discuss books in the Korean language. Upon registration, the moderator will contact you to make arrangements for you to purchase your book.

ROMANCE BOOK DISCUSSION REGISTER NOW • Central Adult Classroom Wednesday, Feb. 7 • 7-8 p.m.

I Almost Forgot About You by Terry McMillan.

Limited loaner copies available at the Fiction Desk beginning Jan. 7.

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ADULT PROGRAMS

SCHAUMBURG SCRIBES DROP IN • Central Rasmussen South Saturdays, Dec. 2 & 16, Jan. 6 & 20 • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

No matter the genre, every piece of writing can benefit from a good critique. Bring a page of your latest work to share with the group and be ready to provide constructive feedback on other’s writings.

SANTA & MRS. CLAUS CERAMICS REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen South Wednesday, Dec. 6 • 6:30-9:30 p.m. • $15 Just in time for the holidays, come paint some old-world charm onto this Santa and Mrs. Claus duo. Randy Skepnek instructs the drybrush technique.

REVISITING A CHRISTMAS CAROL

NAVIGATING THE COMPLEXITIES OF LONG-TERM CARE REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen South Monday, Dec. 11 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Long-term care can be financially, physically and mentally challenging to a family. Eric Rosenbloom and Wally Brown of GCG Financial will discuss the average cost and length of a longterm care event, strategies for protecting your assets, preserving your loved one’s dignity and common misconceptions.

WINTER’S AT THE WINDOW CRAFT REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen Room Thursday, Dec. 14 • 6:30-9:30 p.m. • $20 Start with a plain windowpane (18” x 22”). Creatively apply enamel paint. Take home a beautiful wintry scene decor piece.

REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen North Saturday, Dec. 9 • 2-3:30 p.m.

Lecturer John Nygro will examine the important aspects of Ebenezer Scrooge’s life journey and how millions of people throughout history have experienced the same phenomenon. See film clips of this story of self-evaluation, vulnerability and universal acceptance.

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HOLIDAY CENTERPIECE REGISTER NOW • Hanover Park Branch Saturday, Dec. 16 • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. • $17 Instructor Peggy Garvin will guide you in creating a lush centerpiece of fresh holly, fir, pine and juniper. Festive ribbon and seasonal taper complete the look. Please bring gardening gloves and pruners.

HEAVENLY DAIRY TREATS REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen Room Tuesday, Jan. 2 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Mark Lyons, an experienced cheesemaker, will demonstrate ways to transform milk into wonderful treats such as butter, cheese, buttermilk and Devonshire clotted cream.

POLAR BEAR CERAMICS REGISTER NOW • Hanover Park Branch Saturday, Jan. 6 • 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. • $20 This adorable polar bear has his scarf on tight as he waits for the right person to come along and paint him. Interested in the job? Randy Skepnek will guide you in the drybrush technique.

“I come here for audio books, movies and to use computers. My quilting group meets here, too.”

ADULT PROGRAMS

-Mary G., Hanover Park

HOME BUYING AND SELLING

In Search of Schnitzel Wiener Schnitzel.

There’s no lack of recipes for it, but Hoffman Estates resident Helen Beers wanted a very specific recipe – the one she used to make every year for her husband on their anniversary.

The problem was…it was from a 1963 Better Homes and Gardens cookbook she had given to her daughter.

A cookbook that went up in flames when her daughter’s condo burned several years ago. But Helen, a Schaumburg Township District Library patron since 1973, knew just where to go for help with her dilemma. She went straight to our Reference Desk and relayed her situation.

“Librarian Jane Rozek overheard the conversation and said she thought she had the book at home,” Helen said. “She didn’t, so she sent a different recipe, but it wasn’t quite the same.” Jane enlisted fellow librarians to help with the search, and together they found a PDF of the cookbook

online; this time with the exact recipe Helen wanted. “I made it the other day for our anniversary, and it was delicious!”

Helen said she’s been a Library patron since the Hoffman Estates Branch was located in the village’s former fire station. She has fond memories of taking her children there to check out books, and now uses both the branch and Central Library locations. “When I need help finding something, I know just where to go,” she said. “Jane was beyond helpful with looking for that recipe. She was so nice, and other librarians have been so nice, too.”

Whether you’re looking for a recipe, a biography, a how-to book, the history of Hollywood, tips on job-searching or the indigenous species of the Amazon rain forest, our Reference librarians can steer you in the right direction.

Visit the Central Library or branches in Hoffman Estates and Hanover Park, call the Reference Desk or go online and ask via live chat. Bring your questions to us – we love a challenge!

REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen South Monday, Jan. 8 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Get a realistic view of the current real estate market in the northwest suburbs. Real estate experts Linda Dressler and Gene Walters will discuss the state of the market, getting the most bang for your buck, credit scores, down payments and investments.

ORGANIZING YOUR HOME: WHAT NOT TO DO REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen Room Thursday, Jan. 11 • 7:30-9 p.m.

Which room in your house holds the most clutter, or triggers the most stress? Are you planning to move and don’t know where to start? Bring your organizing challenges to Professional Organizer Bonnie Hillman Shay, who will help you solve them and tell you what not to do.

HOUSING PROJECTS, MANSIONS & SCHOOLS REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen Room Tuesday, Jan. 16 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Roger Prosise’s memoir depicts the life of a boy who started out living in the worst Chicago public housing project and became the superintendent of one of the nation’s wealthiest communities. The author will discuss his experiences with race, poverty, resilience, education, and the power of fitting in. Books will be available for purchase after the program.

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“I love the Fiction Room. It’s PROGRAMS warm and homey with the fireplace – a nice place to sit and read.”

-Jan A., Schaumburg

RUSTIC ITALIAN DINNER REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen North Monday, Jan. 22 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Chef Susan Maddox will demonstrate how to make a rustic Italian winter dinner with delicious dishes to warm and excite the taste buds during these chilly months.

TRIVIA NIGHT: 1999 DROP IN • America’s Bar and Grill Wednesday, Jan. 24 • 7-9 p.m.

Busy prepping for the year ahead? Why not take a break and travel with us back to a magical year: 1999. That’s right, this trivia night is all about the year we prepared for Y2K. Enter as a team, or come alone and we’ll place you with one. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team.

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TO KNOT OR NOT: STYLISH SCARF WEARING REGISTER NOW Hanover Park Branch • Monday, Jan. 15 • 6-7:30 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Friday, Jan. 26 • 2:30-4 p.m.

Explore many different scarf-tying techniques in this interactive session, and discover the various looks you can achieve with one scarf!

TEA 101 REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen South Monday, Feb. 5 • 7-8:30 p.m.

If you’re new to the world of tea or would like to expand your knowledge of this popular beverage, come and sample different types of tea and learn about how they’re prepared.

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INTRO TO BULLET JOURNALING REGISTER NOW • Central Adult Classroom Wednesday, Jan. 17 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Get an overview of the Bullet Journal system of total life organization. This customizable and forgiving organization system will teach you to do more with less.

PAINT YOUR HEART OUT CERAMICS REGISTER NOW • Central Workshop Tuesday, Feb. 6 • 6:30-9:30 p.m. • $15 Glaze three nested heart dishes, just in time for Valentine’s Day! Instructor Randy Skepnek will provide food-safe glazes to apply designs of your choosing.

ADULT PROGRAMS

Community Book Clubs Brookdale Senior Living in Hoffman Estates is home to more than 100 seniors and offers its residents beautiful views, walking paths, fine dining and a monthly book club led by our staff.

Brookdale love their monthly gatherings.

“Reading is one of the great loves of my life,” said Barb, a regular at the book club. “With the book club, I’m introduced to books I would never pick up on my own.”

“You get different people’s reactions to what we’ve read,” said Virginia. “Like with this book, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, some of us thought back on our lives and said ‘Oh my, I’m glad I wasn’t raised in a family like that!’”

“Some of the books we discuss tackle difficult topics,” added Virginia. “But we have to read about prisoners of war and other terrible subjects so that we understand what happens in the world.”

Each month, Senior Services Coordinator Lisa Nusret selects a book for the club to discuss. And the residents at

“I like the exchange of ideas and insights from other people,” said Barb.

the book club.”

Our Community Engagement team hosts four monthly book clubs in the community: at Brookdale and Poplar Creek Village for their residents and public discussions at The Barn and Hoffman Estates Park District. To learn more, contact Lisa at (847) 923-3388.

“It’s about socialization, too” added Bernie. “Meeting together every month gives us something to talk about even outside of

ADULTS FACING SOCIAL CHALLENGES FOR ADULTS WITH HIGH-FUNCTIONING AUTISM OR ASPERGER’S, AND OTHERS FACING SOCIAL CHALLENGES, WHO DO NOT NEED TO BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT OR AIDE.

3D PRINTER: HOLIDAY EDITION

WII U SMACKDOWN

REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen South Tuesday, Dec. 12 • 7-8 p.m.

Create unique, 3D-printed, holiday-themed gift tags. We’ll be awarding prizes to any attendees wearing a holiday sweater, so dress to impress!

REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen South Tuesday, Jan. 9 • 7-8 p.m.

Get your game face on: It’s Wii U tournament time! Will YOU be the last player standing? Join us to find out! Snacks will be provided.

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LITERACY ESL BOOK DISCUSSION

CITIZENSHIP CLASS

READING 101

DROP IN • Hoffman Estates Branch • Thursday, Dec. 7 12:15 - 1 p.m.

This months book: American Street by Ibi Zoboi. For English as a Second Language (ESL) students.

REGISTER AT FIRST CLASS Hanover Park Branch • Saturdays, Jan. 27 - May 19 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Central Adult Classroom Mondays & Fridays, Jan. 29 - Apr. 30 • 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Practice reading and writing in English, learn how to answer citizenship questions from the N-400 application and discuss obstacles to becoming a U.S. citizen. Please bring your green card to register at the first class. This program is presented in partnership with District 214 Continuing Education.

REGISTER AT FIRST CLASS Central Adult Classroom Tuesdays & Thursdays, Jan. 30 - May 17 • 9 a.m. - Noon This advanced English reading class covers vocabulary, comprehension and fluency. Your reading level will be tested and you will register at the first class. This program is presented in partnership with district 214 Continuing Education.

READ TO LEARN REGISTER AT FIRST CLASS Central Rasmussen Room • Mondays, Jan. 22 - Apr. 23 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Central Adult Classroom • Wednesdays, Jan. 24 – Apr. 18 9 a.m. – Noon Improve your reading and writing skills by working with trained volunteer tutors. Your reading level will be tested and you will register at the first class. This program is presented in partnership with District 214 Continuing Education.

HEALTH & WELLNESS CHOLESTEROL & BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS REGISTER WITH AMITA Hanover Park Branch • Thursday, Dec. 7 • 2-5 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Tuesday, Dec. 19 • 4:30-7:30 p.m.

AMITA Health registered nurses will conduct cholesterol and blood pressure screenings. Register with AMITA at (855) 692-6482. Please select the first available time slot. If you must cancel, call at least 24 hours before your appointment.

DIGESTIVE HEALTH REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen North Saturday, Dec. 9 • 10:30 a.m. - Noon Learn how your digestive system works and optimize your digestive and gastrointestinal health.

Dr. Crystal Foresman Landers, OT, ND, CNS will talk about the importance of gastrointestinal, digestive health and how it impacts other health issues.

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OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENINGS REGISTER WITH AMITA Central Rasmussen South • Wednesday, Jan. 10 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Hoffman Estates Branch • Tuesday, Jan. 23 • 2-5 p.m.

Anyone over 35 is invited to participate in free osteoporosis screenings provided by AMITA Health registered nurses. Register with AMITA at (855) 692-6482. Please select the first available time slot.

If you must cancel, call (855) 692-6482 at least 24 hours before your appointment.

MEDITATION FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REGISTER NOW • Hanover Park Branch Saturday, Jan. 13 • 10:30 a.m. - Noon The New Year is a good time to create a clean slate. Join longtime meditator Michael Ribet for simple techniques designed to provide many benefits. Bring joy, peace, positivity and relaxation into your daily life as you begin the New Year.

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ESL CLASS: INTERMEDIATE REGISTER AT FIRST CLASS Central Adult Classroom Tuesdays & Thursdays, Feb. 13 - April 26 • 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Improve your English speaking and reading skills. Your reading level will be tested and you will register at the first class. This program is presented in partnership with District 214 Continuing Education.

“My kids love the books and environment, and my son likes the computers.

We always get books to check out.”

-Sania U., Schaumburg

BUSINESS & CAREERS POWER EMPLOYMENT REGISTER AT WORKNETNCC.COM Central Rasmussen North • Tuesday, Dec. 5 • 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Central Rasmussen North • Tuesday, Jan. 2 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Professionals from Illinois workNet will offer expert guidance on finding a job in today’s market.

Subjects covered will include writing resumes and cover letters, effective interview skills, networking and social media.

FEDERAL INCOME TAXES FOR YOUR BUSINESS REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen South Monday, Jan. 22 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Professionals from SCORE will help you discover what businesses need to know about tax laws and how they affect your business.

THE AUTHENTIC JOB CANDIDATE REGISTER NOW • Central Adult Classroom Tuesday, Jan. 23 • 7-8:30 p.m.

How do you find a job candidate who’s authentic? Presenter Bob Podgorski will help you to better understand this trend and why employers are holding this criterion in high regard. You’ll receive a handout and receive tips for finding employees who are genuine in character and personality.

ADULT PROGRAMS

BUS TRIPS LEVEL OF WALKING ON THE TRIP MINIMAL WALKING

GENEALOGY

MODERATE WALKING CONSIDERABLE WALKING

GENEALOGY GATHERING DROP IN • Central Adult Classroom • Tuesday, Dec. 12 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Share your love of family and cultural history at this informal program. Our Genealogist, Tony Kierna, will give a brief review of genealogical topics before everyone breaks into small groups based on nationality, skill level or project type.

Share your findings with others and learn more about your heritage.

OPTIMIZE YOUR ONLINE GENEALOGY SEARCHES DROP IN • Central Adult Classroom • Tuesday, Jan. 9 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Come early to review genealogical materials. At 8 p.m., guest speaker Maureen Brady will present “Optimizing Internet Searches: It’s More Than FamilySearch and Ancestry.”

STATE STREET SHOPPING REGISTER NOW • Downtown Chicago • Friday, Dec. 1 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. • $28 December would not be complete without our annual shopping trip to Chicago’s State Street.

Check out the city’s holiday splendor while power or window shopping. The day is yours to spend as you please.

HAMILTON The Private Bank Theatre, Chicago Tuesday, Dec. 5 • 5-11:45 p.m.

FILLED

42ND STREET REGISTER NOW • Drury Lane Theatre, Oak Brook Tuesday, Dec. 19 • 10:45 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. • $80 This Tony Award-winning musical will dazzle you with show-stopping tap hits like “We’re in The Money” and “Lullaby of Broadway.” Enjoy a plated lunch at Drury Lane before the show.

RAGTIME

REGISTER NOW • Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire Wednesday, Feb. 7 • 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. • $85 Set in turn-of-the-century New York, three American tales are woven together, united by their courage, compassion and belief in the future.

Together, they confront history’s timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair. Enjoy a pre-selected lunch at the Marriott resort’s newly-opened restaurant before the show.

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HISTORY

OVERLOOKED AMERICANS: 17TH EDITION REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen North Friday, Dec. 8 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Learn about the musician who created a new form of American music, the woman who was given the title “Queen of Carbon,” the first black airline pilot for United Airlines and Chicago’s most beloved puppet show.

LOUISA MAY ALCOTT

THE SIX WIVES OF HENRY VIII

REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen Room Tuesday, Jan. 23 • 7-8:30 p.m.

In 2018, the classic book Little Women turns 150 years old. Marking the occasion, living-history portrayer Leslie Goddard will share stories of Louisa May Alcott’s poverty-filled childhood, her struggles to succeed as a writer and how Little Women came to be.

REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen Room Tuesday, Jan. 30 • 7-8:30 p.m.

These fascinating women led equally fascinating lives - apart from the manner in which they ended. Educational entertainer Martina Mathisen will artfully interweave tales of power, personality and politics. Do these six famous wives deserve their popular labels? Join us and decide for yourself!

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen Room Thursday, Dec. 14 • 2:30-4 p.m.

Windy City Road Warrior Dave Clark will discuss the surprising origins of some of our most cherished holiday traditions and glance back to a time when a world war paused for a Christmas truce. You may leave with the renewed realization that, for the holidays, you can’t beat home sweet home.

AMERICAN DOUGHBOYS REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen Room Tuesday, Jan. 9 • 2:30-4 p.m.

Learn about the events, people, and places connected with America’s efforts to defeat the German Kaiser as our country commemorates the 100th anniversary of “the war to end all wars.” Historian Robert Mueller will take you on a virtual trip across the battlefields of Northern France to experience famous engagements such as Belleau Wood and Meuse-Argonne.

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CHICAGOLAND THE TUNNEL UNDER THE LAKE REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen North Wednesday, Dec. 13 • 7-8:15 p.m.

What would Chicago do without Lake Michigan? Through period photos, author Ben Stills will share the ingenuity of Ellis Chesbrough who, in the 1860s, devised a precise engineering strategy for digging a two-mile tunnel below Lake Michigan in search of clean water.

Part of the Chicagoland: Read All About It series.

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THE SECRET HISTORY OF CHICAGO MUSIC REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen North Wednesday, Jan. 10 • 7-8:15 p.m.

Chicago Reader Music Editor Steve Krakow will discuss Chicago music of the millennium and the bands and musicians that gave it life. Part of our Chicagoland: Read All About It series.

TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS

DIGITIZING PHOTOS & SLIDES REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen North Tuesday, Dec. 5 • 7-8 p.m.

Learn how to use equipment available at the Library to create digital images of your printed photos, film negatives and slides.

IMOVIE BASICS REGISTER NOW • Central Computer Lab Thursday, Dec. 14 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Learn how to use the basic editing features within iMovie to make creative videos.

DIGITIZING AUDIO: VINYL AND AUDIOCASSETTES REGISTER NOW • Central Workshop Saturday, Dec. 16 • 10:30 a.m. - Noon Use software and equipment available at the Library to convert your analog audio to a digital format.

BASIC GREEN SCREEN FOR VIDEO

LOGIC PRO X BASICS

REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen North Tuesday, Dec. 19 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Learn how to capture videos using a green screen and add background images and videos.

REGISTER NOW • Central Adult Classroom Tuesday, Jan. 16 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Learn to use Logic Pro X, Apple’s professional application for music recording and mixing.

FACEBOOK BASICS

PREMIERE ELEMENTS BASICS

REGISTER NOW • Central Computer Lab Thursday, Dec. 21 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Learn how to navigate and use the popular Facebook application.

REGISTER NOW • Central Workshop Tuesday, Jan. 23 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Learn how to edit and create videos using Adobe’s Premiere Elements application.

GARAGEBAND BASICS

FINAL CUT PRO X BASICS

REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen North Tuesday, Jan. 9 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Learn to record and edit audio and music using Apple’s GarageBand application.

REGISTER NOW • Central Rasmussen South Thursday, Jan. 25 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Learn how to use Apple’s professional video editing tool to create complete videos with effects and transitions.

3D DESIGN BASICS REGISTER NOW • Central Workshop Thursday, Jan. 11 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Learn basics of 3D design using Tinkercad.

Book a Librarian Did you know you can book a one-on-one meeting with a librarian? Our librarians are happy to answer your questions on a variety of topics, as well as demonstrate how to use our resources. If you would like assistance with topics including business, digital downloading, genealogy, job and career assistance, local history, tech help and more, try our Book-a-Librarian service. For example, business owners may want to meet with Patti Smolin, business liaison librarian, to learn about credible sources and databases used for business planning, marketing, industry forecasting and more.

Genealogy enthusiasts can meet with the Library’s genealogy coordinator, Tony Kierna, who runs monthly genealogy meetings and can provide valuable information and networking resources for researching your family’s history.

Whether you are looking for 30 minutes of one-on-one assistance to address your research needs, or an experienced professional to present an informative multimedia program to your group — Book-a-Librarian has just what you need.

Appointments are available Monday-Friday and are dependent upon staff availability. To make an appointment, call the Reference Desk at (847) 923-3347 or fill out a form on our website at SchaumburgLibrary.org/book-librarian.

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ALL TECHNOLOGY CLASSES REQUIRE REGISTRATION. CORE COMPUTER CLASSES

Location: Central Computer Lab • Age: High School & up Fee: $12/cardholder; $17/non-cardholder; $9/Seniors 50+ years CLASS

DATE

TIME

Excel 1

Saturday, Dec. 2

10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.

Windows 1

Friday, Jan. 5

Excel 1

MORE COMPUTER CLASSES

Location: Central Computer Lab • Age: High School & up Fee: $12/cardholder; $17/non-cardholder; $9/Seniors 50+ years These classes require you to be proficient in the basics of Windows, Word and/or Excel. If you’re a new user or need a brush-up, please start with our Core Computer Classes.

CLASS

DATE

TIME

7:30-9:30 p.m.

Access 1

Sunday, Dec. 3

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 6

10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.

Access 2

Sunday, Dec. 3

4:30-6:30 p.m.

Windows 2

Friday, Jan. 12

7:30-9:30 p.m.

Excel Formatting Spreadsheets

Saturday, Jan. 6

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Word 1

Friday, Jan. 19

7:30-9:30 p.m.

PowerPoint 1

Sunday, Jan. 7

1:30-3:30 p.m.

PowerPoint 2

Sunday, Jan. 7

4:30-6:30 p.m.

Photoshop Elements 1

Sunday, Jan. 14

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Photoshop Elements 2

Sunday, Jan. 14

4:30-6:30 p.m.

Excel Data Analysis

Sunday, Jan. 21

4:30-6:30 p.m.

Excel Formulas and Functions

Sunday, Jan. 21

1:30-3:30 p.m.

TO SEE THE BEST ORDER IN WHICH

Word Formatting

Friday, Jan. 26

7:30-9:30 p.m.

TO TAKE THESE PROGRAMS VISIT

Access 1

Saturday, Feb. 3

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Access 2

Saturday, Feb. 3

1:30-3:30 p.m.

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TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS

COMPUTER CLASSES FOR SENIORS

PHONE AND TABLET CLASSES FOR SENIORS

Location: Central Computer Lab • Age: 50+ years Fee: $9 CLASS

Location: Central Computer Lab • Age: 50+ years Fee: $9 Please bring your device to class.

DATE

TIME

Monday, Dec. 4

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 6

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 17

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 17

4:30-6:30 p.m.

Senior Internet

Monday, Jan. 8

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Senior Email

Tuesday, Jan. 9

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 31

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 1

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Senior Word 1 - Part A

Monday, Feb. 5

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Senior Word 1 - Part B

Tuesday, Feb. 6

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Senior Windows 1 Part A Senior Windows 1 Part B Senior Windows 2 Part A Senior Windows 2 Part B

Senior Windows 1 Part A Senior Windows 1 Part B

eMedia Drop in DROP IN • Central Workshop Monday, Jan. 8 • 4-6 p.m.

Stop by and let our staff show you how to use downloadable Library resources like eBooks, audiobooks and music on a variety of devices.

CLASS

DATE

TIME

Senior iPhone/iPad 1 - Part A

Friday, Dec. 1

7:30-9:30 p.m.

Senior iPhone/iPad 1 - Part B

Friday, Dec. 8

7:30-9:30 p.m.

Sat., Dec. 9

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Sat., Dec. 9

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 10

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 10

4:30-6:30 p.m.

Senior iPhone/iPad 1 - Part A

Friday, Feb. 2

7:30-9:30 p.m.

Senior iPhone/iPad 1 - Part A

Monday, Jan. 15

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Senior iPhone/iPad 1 - Part B

Tuesday, Jan. 16

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Senior iPhone/iPad 2 - Part A

Wednesday, Jan. 17

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Senior iPhone/iPad 2 - Part B

Thursday, Jan. 18

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 22

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 23

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 24

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 25

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Senior Android Phone/ Tablet 2 Part A Senior Android Phone/ Tablet 2 Part B Senior Google Photos for Android Senior Google Photos for iPhone/iPad

Senior Android Phone/Tablet 1 - Part A Senior Android Phone/Tablet 1 - Part B Senior Android Phone/Tablet 2 - Part A Senior Android Phone /Tablet 2 - Part B

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HARRY POTTER BOOK NIGHT Wands, potions, magical creatures, fiends and friends. Welcome to the world of Harry Potter! Come and celebrate these beloved books from 4-7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 1 in kidsZone. There will be games, crafts, entertainment and activities for the whole family. Gear up for challenges and get ready for Harry Potter-themed fun. And don’t forget to see what the Sorting Hat has to say!

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