Schaumburg Township District Library - March 2021 Guide

March 2021

COMIC CON PAGE 3

CANDIDATE FORUMS PAGE 14

CONTENTS Registration Information PAGE 1

About the Library PAGE 2

Comic Con PAGES 3 & 4

All Ages PAGE 5 & 6

Youth PAGES 7-9

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

REGISTRATION DESIGNATION

Join Live: These programs take place online on Zoom and similar virtual meeting platforms.

Please register to receive a link to join the program at least one hour in advance of the program.

Watch Now: Watch anytime after the listed start time and enjoy the program on your own schedule.

Pick-Up Program: Please register to receive the materials and instructions. We’ll notify you when materials are ready for pick up.

Phone-in Program: Call (847) 923-3195 about five minutes before the program start time to join.

PLEASE NOTE: Please click on each program to read more information. Some programs are available live on YouTube at SchaumburgLibrary.tv, and some live programs also have materials available for pick-up.

Tweens (9-12 years)

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Teens (12-19 years)

PAGES 10 & 11

Adults PAGES 12-16

Technology PAGE 17

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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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

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

Leadership

Annie Miskewitch, Executive Director Jennifer Hunt, Deputy Director

UPCOMING BOARD MEETING Monday, March 15 • 7 p.m.

Locations & Hours ALL LIBRARY LOCATIONS WILL BE CLOSED FRIDAY, JAN. 1.

CENTRAL LIBRARY

130 S. ROSELLE ROAD • SCHAUMBURG, IL • (847) 985-4000 Monday – Thursday Friday - Saturday Saturday Sunday Sunday

9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Noon - 5 p.m.

HANOVER PARK & HOFFMAN ESTATES BRANCHES 1266 IRVING PARK ROAD • HANOVER PARK, IL • (630) 372-7800 1550 HASSELL ROAD • HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL • (847) 885-3511 Monday - Thursday Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday - Saturday Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday Closed Sunday Closed Hours of service subject to change without notice.

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SCHAUMBURG LIBRARY

COMIC CON

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ALL AGES

YOUTH

SCHAUMBURG LIBRARY DRAWING SCHOOL

PARENT/CHILD CRAFT

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW March 22, 24, 30 & April 1 • 6-7 p.m.

A different artist will lead each session in this 4-part program. You can attend as many as you like. Art subjects in order will be 1. learn how you can draw anything at all with Gene Ha; 2. character faces with Brian Babendererde; 3. dinosaurs and robots with Mark Anderson; and 4. dragons and other mythical creatures with Corinne Roberts. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

INTO THE SPIDERVERSE SCAVENGER HUNT REGISTER NOW • Saturday, March 27 Noon-3:30 p.m.

Miles Morales and Peter B. Parker, your friendly neighborhood Spidermen, need your help to gather their four other spider-sensing friends that are lost throughout Schaumburg Township.

Stop by the Central Library between noon and 3:30 p.m. to pick up your first clue. You’ll need transportation to complete this mission and earn a prize. Click to register.

DRIVE-IN MOVIE: INTO THE SPIDERVERSE REGISTER MARCH 15 • Friday, April 2 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Join us for a drive-in movie in our Central Library parking lot! We’ll be screening Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse. (Rated PG; 2 hours). Each car will get an FM transmitter to listen to the movie through the car radio. Feel free to bring your own snacks to enjoy! Please register each car, not each person. Please arrive early to get settled into your parking spot. Click to register.

PICK-UP PROGRAM REGISTER MARCH 1 • 2-5 years Monday, March 22 • Superhero Puppet REGISTER MARCH 15 • 2-5 years Monday, March 29 • Handprint Forky Card Create a paper craft with your child. Click to register to receive the Program Kit.

FOLD YOUR OWN COMICS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 • 5-8 years Monday, March 22 • 2-3:30 p.m.

Learn how to fold and make your own comic books as we chat about our favorite comics. You may need markers, crayons, scissors and glue for this program. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

HELLO KITTY® BOOKMARK PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER MARCH 15 6-8 years • Tuesday, March 23 Create adorable Hello Kitty® bookmarks using the materials provided. Click to register to receive the Program Kit.

BOREDOM BUSTERS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 11-13 years Tuesday, March 23 • 3:30-4:15 p.m.

Bored at home? Join our Superhero Scavenger Hunt! Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

LEGO® BUILDING CHALLENGE JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 15 • 5-12 years Wednesday, March 24 • 2-3 p.m.

Bring your own LEGOs®, build along with other kids online and try to complete this month’s challenge: build your superhero hideout! Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

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POP ART WOVEN PICTURE PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER MARCH 15 9-12 years • Thursday, March 25 Create a pop art woven picture. Click to register to receive the Program Kit.

BLOXELS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 15 • 9-12 years Thursday, March 25 • 2-3 p.m.

Design your own video game using our Bloxels account. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

COMMUNITY HELPERS & HEROES JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 15 3-5 years with caregiver • Friday, March 26 • 10-11 a.m.

Learn about everyday heroes: your community’s helpers. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

OWEN’S TREAT WATCH NOW: REGISTER NOW • 11-13 years Friday, March 26 • 4:30-5 p.m.

Teen chef Owen Dodson welcomes you to his kitchen for a special fandom-inspired treat to celebrate our Schaumburg Library Comic Con®.

Pause, play and follow along from your own home. Costumes not required but encouraged!

Drop a comment on the video to let us know how yours turned out. Click to register to receive a link to the video.

SUPERHERO SELF-PORTRAITS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 15 • 6-9 years Monday, March 29 • 4-5 p.m.

Join us as we design our superhero self-portraits!

Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

SUPERHERO TREASURE BOX PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER MARCH 15 6-8 years • Tuesday, March 30 Create a superhero treasure box. Click to register to receive the Program Kit.

SCHAUMBURG LIBRARY

COMIC CON FAMILY TRIVIA: COMIC CON®

TEEN DIY: ENCHANTED ROSE

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 15 • 5-12 years Wednesday, March 31 • 6-7 p.m.

Grab everybody in the family and pull up a chair to join us for Comic Con®-themed Family Trivia.

Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Thursday, March 25 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Make your very own Enchanted Rose from Beauty and the Beast. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

HELLO KITTY® BUTTON ART

FANDOM BULLET JOURNALS

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER MARCH 15 9-12 years • Thursday, April 1 Create a cute Hello Kitty® decoration made from buttons. Click to register to receive the Program Kit.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Thursday, March 25 • 7-8 p.m.

Get your creative and organizational juices flowing by learning to make a fandom-themed bullet journal. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

DIY DESIGNS

EWOK CRAFT

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 15 • 9-12 years Thursday, April 1 • 4-5 p.m.

Make your own Star Wars finger puppets! This project will require basic hand sewing abilities.

Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 30 7-8 p.m.

Remember the adorably fierce Ewoks from Star Wars? Now is the chance to make your own!

Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

MATH INVESTIGATORS: SUPERHERO HUNDREDS

BOBA FETT STITCH CRAFT

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 15 • 5-7 years Saturday, April 3 • 2-3 p.m.

Listen to a story about students who use place value to determine how many cans they have collected for their Earth Day celebration. Then, reveal your mystery superhero and create a paper 3D superhero by solving color by code place value problems. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

TEENS 3D PRINT & PAINT JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, March 24 • 7:15-8:15 p.m.

Creativity meets technology in this fun teen program. Add personal touches by painting fandom-themed 3D printed objects. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Thursday, April 1 7-8 p.m.

Are you a Star Wars fan? Join fellow fans as we make a Boba Fett stitch craft that you can hang in your home. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

VIDEO GAME HOUR JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Friday, April 2 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Unwind on a Friday with other teens in this club for gamers. Each meeting, we’ll play a different game and explore topics related to gaming. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

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ADULTS COSPLAY MAKEUP TUTORIAL JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 23 6-7 p.m.

Makeup artist Devon Ford gives you the tips and tricks needed to put your best face forward when cosplaying. Open to teens and adults. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

TRIVIA NIGHT JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, March 24 • 7-8 p.m.

Test your knowledge of superheroes and heroines, comic books and the pop culture they inspire. We’ll use Crowdpurr for the trivia action.

Open to teens and adults. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Crowdpurr access code.

COMICS FANDOM: THEN & NOW WITH MAGGIE THOMPSON JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Thursday, March 25 • 7-8 p.m.

Join Maggie Thompson, longtime editor of the former Comics Buyer’s Guide, as she looks back at the last 60 years of comics fandom and how it was built into the vast empire that it is today.

Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

RAY BRADBURY & COMICS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, March 31 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Join staff from the Ray Bradbury Experience Museum located in Waukegan, IL, as they share behind-the-scenes views of the museum and stories of Bradbury’s love of comics. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

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ALL AGES FEATURING...

GRAPHIC NOVELS

Whether your fiction reading preferences lean toward horror, mystery, sci fi or romance, there’s a graphic novel for you! This form of writing has grown significantly in recent years, drawing readers of all ages and covering every genre. With a collection of approximately 9,000 graphic novels at the Central library, and another 1,800 at each branch, we have offerings to suit nearly everyone’s interest.

“The explosion of graphic novel adaptations on TV and in cinemas over the past couple of decades has certainly added to the popularity of graphic novels, particularly with older audiences,” said Fiction Manager Emily Vinci. “Furthermore, we now see pop culture that starts as a TV show (Stranger Things and Buffy the Vampire Slayer are some examples) and then gets a graphic novel adaptation, giving fans another way to access the stories and characters they love.”

Titan, Demon Slayer, Haikyu, My Hero Academia, and Naruto, while some favorite adult titles are Saga, The Boys, Batman and Watchmen.

“It’s been a common misconception for a long time that comics and graphic novels only appeal to younger audiences, but as the medium has expanded to include more genres including nonfiction, it is just as popular with adults,” Emily said. “There’s also great value in graphic novels for individuals who struggle with reading, including those learning English as a second language and reluctant readers.”

Graphic novels are found in the Fiction, Teen, and Youth areas with a call number that includes GN. If you have tried them yet, consider checking one out. You may be surprised!

Some of our most popular titles for kids include Amulet, Wings of Fire, Phoebe and her Unicorn, and The Babysitter’s Club. Teens are drawn to Attack on

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PROGRAMS ON CABLE ACCESS Hanover Park • Comcast channel 17, AT&T channel 99 For kids: Daily • 10 a.m.

For adults: Daily • 7 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.

CONTACTLESS SERVICES Not comfortable coming into the building quite yet? No problem. We have you covered with our contactless services.

• The Central Drive-Up Window is open during regular business hours. Just select “Drive-Up” when placing items on hold, then wait to be notified that your items are ready. Limit 5 items per car.

• Curbside Pick-Up continues at our Hanover Park and Hoffman Estates Branches.

• Pick-Up Lockers at our Central Library allow for 24/7, contactless access to items. Just select “Central-Lockers” when placing items on hold, then wait to be notified that your items are ready.

• We’ve extended our free Wifi signal out to our parking lots at all Library locations. Bring your device, stay safe in your car and use our free Wifi.

ALL AGES

Library Board President Receives Leadership Award even to those living outside the service area,” according to the Government Technology website.

“To assist the community, the Library also cancelled all fines and passed a $1.5 million abatement on the property tax Library line item, resulting in a 9.4 percent reduction in taxes.”

Congratulations to Library Board of Trustees President Anita ForteScott, who received the Special Districts Leadership in Technology Innovation Award from Government Technology, an AT&T program. This year, the organization sought notable examples of how special districts applied innovative technologies and leadership to COVID-19 response and recovery efforts. Ms. ForteScott was chosen because “she spearheaded the extension of the Library’s digital resources to school and high school district students and their families, and

Elected to the Library board in 2005, Ms. Forte-Scott played key roles in opening the Hanover Park Branch Library, the merger of five area library systems, the construction of Teen Place and major renovations to the Central Library. She also served as the Library’s Trustee representative on the North Suburban Library System Board of Directors from 2007-2011.

“During my years as a Library Trustee, I have greatly appreciated the opportunity to learn from other professionals about ways in which we can strive to provide more meaningful services to our

patrons,” she said.

Noting the Library’s extensive growth since its “humble beginnings in 1963,” Ms. Forte-Scott says she credits the dedicated staff and leadership of the trustees. “Our vision of being ‘A Bridge to Your Future’ is most notably seen by the generations of families who continue to utilize all that STDL has to offer.”

Always looking ahead, Ms. ForteScott said she’d like to see the Library “continue to transform its spaces into ones that are attractive, meaningful, and build and sustain memories through the promotion of equity, arts and culture, creativity, and community engagement.”

The Library is grateful to Ms. Forte-Scott for her 15 years of service and her valuable contributions to the Library and community.

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YOUTH

PROGRAMS

STORYTIMES DIAL-A-STORY DROP IN Call (847) 923-3197 anytime to hear new and classic stories for kids, read aloud by our staff.

New stories are available every Monday and Friday.

BOUNCING BABY STORYTIME JOIN LIVE • 0-12 months with caregiver REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 2 • 10-10:30 a.m.

REGISTER MARCH 1 • Tuesdays, March 9-16 10-10:30 a.m.

REGISTER MARCH 15 Tuesdays, March 23 - April 6 • 10-10:30 a.m.

Inspire a love of reading with short, interactive stories, songs, lapsit bounces and rhymes. This storytime is intended for children who are not yet walking. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

EVENING STORYTIME JOIN LIVE • 0-5 years with caregiver REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 2 • 6:30-7 p.m.

REGISTER MARCH 1 • Tuesdays, March 9-16 6:30-7 p.m.

REGISTER MARCH 15 Tuesdays, March 23 - April 6 • 6:30-7 p.m.

Let us help you kick-start your little one’s bedtime routine with stories, flannels and songs.

Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Storytime Kit.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME JOIN LIVE • 3-5 years REGISTER NOW • Wednesday, March 3 • 1-1:30 p.m.

REGISTER MARCH 1 • Wednesdays, March 10-17 1-1:30 p.m.

REGISTER MARCH 15 Wednesdays, March 24-31 • 1-1:30 p.m.

Is your little one in or getting ready to go to preschool? We’ll share stories and songs, then complete a craft together. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

FAMILY STORYTIME

PRETEND & PLAY: BIRTHDAY PARTY

JOIN LIVE • 0-5 years with caregiver REGISTER NOW Monday, March 1 & Thursday, March 4 • 10-10:30 a.m.

REGISTER MARCH 1 • Mondays, March 8-22 & Thursdays, March 11-18 • 10-10:30 a.m.

REGISTER MARCH 15 Mondays, March 29 - April 5 & Thursdays, March 25 - April 1 10-10:30 a.m.

Start your morning off with stories, songs, flannels and fun! Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Storytime Kit.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 15 • 3-5 years Friday, April 2 • 10-10:30 a.m.

Join us for a Pretend and Play birthday party, complete with games and crafts. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

PRESCHOOL PARENT/CHILD CRAFT PICK-UP PROGRAM • 2-5 years REGISTER NOW • Monday, March 1 Paper Plate Cow REGISTER MARCH 1 • Monday, March 8 Lion Head REGISTER MARCH 1 • Monday, March 15 Pot of Gold Create a paper craft with your child. Click to register to receive the Program Kit.

RAINBOW ART JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 3-5 years with caregiver • Friday, March 12 • 1-2 p.m.

Listen to a story about the colors of the rainbow and complete colorful rainbow crafts. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

STORY STRIDES JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 2-5 years with caregivers • Saturday, March 20 10-10:45 a.m.

Join us for a child-friendly workout class for moms that includes songs and stories to engage your child. The class will involve cardio and strength exercises that can all be modified to meet you at any stage of motherhood. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

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ADAPTIVE

AUTISM MOVEMENT THERAPY JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW 3-8 years with caregiver • Wednesdays, March 3 & 17 5:30-6 p.m.

Join us for a movement program designed for children with autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing issues or who are differently-abled. Wanda Lee Farnell, Autism Movement Therapy Certified Provider, will lead this program supporting problem solving, speech, social, gross and fine motor skills through movement activities and a craft. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

ADAPTIVE BOOK EXPLORERS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 5-8 years • Tuesday, March 9 • 4-5 p.m.

Join us for a book club for children with autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing issues or who are differently-abled. This month we’ll read aloud, discuss and complete activities based on the book Not a Bean by Claudia Guadalupe Martinez. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

“When in doubt, go to the library.”

- J.K. Rowling, author

YOUTH PROGRAMS

PAPER FLOWERS

LEGO® SELF-PORTRAIT

MAKE YOUR OWN STAMPS

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOW 6-8 years • Tuesday, March 2 Create a paper flower craft. Click to join the waitlist.

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER MARCH 1 6-8 years • Tuesday, March 9 Follow the instructions to draw yourself as a LEGO® figure. Click to register to receive the Program Kit.

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER MARCH 1 6-8 years • Tuesday, March 16 Create a set of your own stamps. Click to register to receive the Program Kit.

THE WRITE STUFF JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 6-9 years Thursday, March 4 • 4-4:45 p.m.

Join us as we practice our narrative writing skills and write our own adventure stories. Click to join the waitlist.

LEGO® STORYBUILD JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 5-8 years Friday, March 5 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Bring your favorite fairytales and picture books to life as we read and build together with LEGOs® you already have at home. See where your imagination takes you as we design the beginning, middle and end of a story. Click to join the waitlist.

MATH INVESTIGATORS: SHARING EQUALLY JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 5-7 years Saturday, March 6 • 2-3 p.m.

Listen to a story about how a family must share their food equally, then play hands-on games that will introduce you to division. Click to join the waitlist.

ART STUDIO: PIET MONDRIAN JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 • 6-9 years Thursday, March 11 • 4-5 p.m.

Join us in Art Studio to learn about Piet Mondrian’s work and to make Mondrian-inspired art of your own. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

QUEST FOR ADVENTURE: HERO KIDS SAVE THE KINGDOM JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 • 5-8 years Saturday, March 13 • 2-3:30 p.m.

Do you love going on adventures? Have you ever wondered if your pet is secretly a unicorn or dragon? Create an account on Roll20.net and play the cooperative roleplaying game Hero Kids with other kids who love magic and adventure.

Click to register to receive the Zoom link and an additional link inviting you to join the game on Roll20.net.

VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP: DISNEY JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 • 5-8 years Tuesday, March 16 • 4-5 p.m.

Join us as we virtually go on the most popular rides of Disneyworld and Disneyland, learn about Walt Disney, review menus to solve word problems and learn to draw Mickey Mouse. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

BOOK EXPLORERS

JOIN LIVE • REGISTER MARCH 1 • 5-8 years Thursday, March 18 • 4-5 p.m.

Join us while we read aloud and discuss Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré

by Anika Denise, and enjoy book-themed activities. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

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YOUTH

“It’s where all the cool people hang out.”

PROGRAMS

– Alex N., age 11, Schaumburg

TWEEN PROGRAMS FOR AGES 9-12 DIY DESIGNS

PAINT BY CODE

POP ART LANDSCAPE

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 9-12 years Monday, March 1 • 4-5 p.m.

Make your own Among Us crewmate plushie.

This project will require basic hand sewing abilities. Click to join the waitlist.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 • 9-12 years Monday, March 8 • 3:30-4:15 p.m.

Decipher the coded messages to figure out which colors correspond to each number on a paint by number canvas. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER MARCH 1 9-12 years • Thursday, March 18 Create a cool landscape picture in the pop-art style. Click to register to receive the Program Kit.

WRITE ON! JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 9-12 years Tuesday, March 2 • 3:30-4:15 p.m.

Join Miss Gretchen for a live, online version of our popular Write On! program. Explore different types of creative writing through games and ice breakers in this judgement-free space. This month we are focusing on the character element of storytelling. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

3D LOVE LETTERS PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOW 9-12 years • Thursday, March 4 Make a cool 3D-looking piece of art that says LOVE. Click to join the waitlist.

CHAT & CRAFT WITH JESS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 • 9-12 years Wednesday, March 10 • 4-5 p.m.

Come craft and chat with licensed therapist Jess as we talk about respect and empowerment while we create DIY kindness rocks. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

3D WATER LILIES PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER MARCH 1 9-12 years • Thursday, March 11 Create a 3D water lily. Click to register to receive the Program Kit.

IN BETWEEN SCENE JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 • 9-12 years Monday, March 15 • 3:30-4:15 p.m.

Play games, meet new friends and help make decisions about the Library and its virtual programs. This month, we’re going to participate in Color A Smile, a nonprofit organization that distributes cheerful drawings to senior citizens, our troops overseas and anyone in need of a smile. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

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TWEEN GAME NIGHT: BOARD GAMES JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 • 9-12 years Friday, March 19 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Join us to play games with other Tweens on Board Game Arena. Please create an account with Board Game Arena before the program.

Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

GET CREATIVE JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 15 • 9-12 years Tuesday, March 30 • 3:30-4:15 p.m.

Come chill out and get in touch with your creative side by making a making a 3D spring wreath. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

OWEN’S TREAT WATCH NOW: REGISTER NOW • 11-13 years Friday, March 12 • 4:30-5 p.m.

Teen chef Owen Dodson welcomes you to his kitchen and demonstrates his favorite recipes.

Pause, play and follow along with him from your own home. Drop a comment on the video to let us know how yours turned out. Click to register to receive a link to the video.

TEEN PROGRAMS

FOR AGES 12-19

TECH BYTES

CHESS CLUB

QUARANTEEN KITS

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Mondays, March 1 - April 5 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Algorithmic Programming Wednesdays, March 3 - April 7 4:30-5:30 p.m. • Project Development Learn to solve problems with the coding language Python in our popular course for middle schoolers taught by advanced high schoolers.

Class will be recorded live and posted on SchaumburgLibrary.tv. The class code for Google Classroom is qaf7ibj. Join to view current and previous projects and lessons. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesdays, March 3-17 • 6-7 p.m.

Conant High School Varsity Chess Team members Akshay Brahmbhatt and Harsh Shah instruct students in this club for beginner players.

Students will learn how the pieces move, beginning strategy, openings and tactics. Participants will need access to two devices: one for the Zoom meeting and one with a lichess.org account, which is free. Please create your account before the club begins. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER MARCH 1 Monday, March 8 Feeling stressed? Sign up to receive a QuaranTEEN kit with a variety of calming activities, crafts and self-care items. Click to register to receive the Program Kit.

FIRESIDE CHAT WITH DR. EVE L. EWING JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Monday, March 1 6-7 p.m.

Join us for a visit with Dr. Eve L. Ewing, award-winning author and assistant professor at the University of Chicago, as she shares perspectives on her work and the world in 2021.

Dr. Ewing is a sociologist of education whose research focuses on racism, social inequality and urban policy, and the impact of these forces on American public schools and the lives of young people. This conversation will be moderated by reporter and author Natalie Moore. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

TEEN DIY: COLORING PAGE MAGNET JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 2 7-8 p.m.

Join your fellow teens for an hour of coloring, crafting, and chatting as you make a coloring page magnet. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

SOUND ADVICE JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Thursday, March 4 • 6-7 p.m. • Recording Basics Thursday, March 11 • 6-7 p.m. • Q&A Session Thursday, March 18 • 6-7 p.m. • Intro to Beatmaking We’re launching a teen-created record label!

Learn the basics of recording music, including how to do it without a studio. Get started by watching the pre-made videos created by music producer and educator Jalen Little at SchaumburgLibrary.tv. Not a musician, but still interested?

There are many other artistic and creative roles, so join us for more information. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

VIDEO GAME HOUR JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Fridays, March 5 & 19 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Unwind on a Friday with other teens in this club for gamers. Each meeting, we’ll play a different game and explore topics related to gaming. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

CREATE WITH BLOXELS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 Monday, March 8 • 6-7 p.m.

Use our Bloxels accounts to design a game and place enemies, obstacles, power-ups and collectibles. You can also customize the artwork to fit your theme. If using a tablet or phone, you can download the Bloxels app ahead of this session from the App Store or Google Play. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

LUNCH & LISTEN WATCH NOW: DROP IN • Tuesday, March 9 Looking for a new book to read? Join Teen Librarian Allison on the second Tuesday of every month as she makes young adult reading recommendations. This month’s topic: Magical Escapes.

Check back March 9 for a link to the video.

3D DESIGN FOR 3D PRINTING JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 Tuesday, March 9 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Learn about basic 3D design for 3D printing and create models, shapes, jewelry and more with Tinkercad. One free print per teen will be available at a later date. Please set up a personal Tinkercad account before the event. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

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TEEN

“The journey of a lifetime starts with the turning of a page.”

PROGRAMS

CREATE & CHILL WITH INDIRA & JESS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 Monday, March 15 • 3:30-4:20 p.m.

Join Indira and Jess for a belated Valen-TEEN KAHOOT party with teen trivia and candy facts.

We will also discuss how to love ourselves and others every day. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

AMONG US FOR TEENS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 Monday, March 15 • 6-7 p.m.

Can you complete all your tasks before the Imposter sabotages the mission? Play Among Us with other teens. You must have Among Us installed on a device (it is a free download from the App Store or Google Play). We will use Zoom for live audio communication and recommend using one device for playing Among Us and another for using Zoom. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

HACK CENTRAL JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 16 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Hack Central is a fun-filled, monthly hack club led by Teen Place Mentors Rayaan Siddiqi and Labdhi Jain. Learn advanced computer science topics, from making predictions with a computer’s help to testing out new programs that can order pizzas. No prior experience required. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

TEEN DIY: PET TRANSFER PORTRAIT JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 Tuesday, March 16 • 7-8 p.m.

Create a picture of your pet using a fun technique. Don’t have a pet? Don’t worry, each Program Kit includes a picture of a cute pet for inspiration. If you need us to print a picture of your pet for this program, email a photo to teenservices@stdl.org. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

– Rachel Anders, author

KAWAII PIZZA BOOKMARKS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 Thursday, March 18 • 7:15-8:15 p.m.

Make an everlasting slice of felt pizza that you can use as a bookmark. Easy, fun and practical!

Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

COLLEGE PREP FIVE THINGS ALL COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS SHOULD DO

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER MARCH 1 Tuesday, March 23 • 7:30-8:15 p.m.

Enjoy snacks while you chat with fellow teens about I Am Princess X by Cherie Priest. A free copy of the book and snacks will be provided in the Program Kit. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Thursday, March 4 7:15-8:15 p.m.

Spring break will look different this year with COVID-19, but unlike last year, students can plan ahead. Tom Jaworski of Quest College Consulting will discuss five achievable tasks that high school students can perform to create a solid college planning foundation during spring break. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

#WEWEREHERE PROJECT VIRTUAL EXHIBIT

PAYING FOR COLLEGE WITHOUT GOING BROKE

TEEN BOOK DISCUSSION

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 30 4:30-5:30 p.m.

The #WeWereHere Project is a library-created online volunteer opportunity for teens. Teens 1219 can post their community projects and earn volunteer or service hour credit. Submissions to the project are still open and will remain open after this exhibition. Teen participants in the #WeWereHere Project will showcase their contributions with a brief demo or statement about their project. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

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JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, March 10 • 7:15-8:15 p.m.

Explore the complex world of need-based and merit-based financial aid. Parents and students will learn strategies for lowering their EFC (Expected Family Contribution), and get tips for optimizing college admissions and scholarships.

Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

HEAD TO COLLEGE JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Monday, March 29 7-7:30 p.m.

Representatives of the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will discuss the transition from high school to college, particularly behaviors and characteristics that help ensure it is a smooth one. We’ll learn about common college resources and logistical information, like how to accept financial aid and manage the student billing process. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

“I like the large selection here and all the resources, and it’s comfortably laid out.”

– Kent P. Schaumburg

FIRESIDE CHAT WITH DR. EVE L. EWING JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Monday, March 1 6-7 p.m.

Join us for a visit with Dr. Eve L. Ewing, award-winning author and assistant professor at the University of Chicago, as she shares perspectives on her work and the world in 2021.

Dr. Ewing is a sociologist of education whose research focuses on racism, social inequality and urban policy, and the impact of these forces on American public schools and the lives of young people. This conversation will be moderated by reporter and author Natalie Moore. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

FLEETWOOD MAC: THE CHAIN…BROKEN JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 2 7-8:30 p.m.

Fleetwood Mac began as a modest blues band in the mid-1960s, achieved monumental success in the mid-1970s and still makes headlines today.

Using interview and performance video, music historian Gary Wenstrup will trace the band’s career with a focus on their blockbuster album, Rumours, and the band’s classic line-up of Stevie Nicks, Lindsay Buckingham, Christine McVie, John McVie and Mick Fleetwood. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

MINDFUL PARENT GROUP JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, March 3 & 17 • 6-7 p.m.

It’s time to be an OWL - Observe, Wait and Listen. Find ways to calm your mind and body, stay present and take mini breaks in your day to take care of yourself. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and Program Kit.

ADULT PROGRAMS

ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, BUY!

THE U.S. CIVIL WAR SERIES: PART 2

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Monday, March 8 6:30-8 p.m.

Get answers to the top ten questions asked by home buyers to determine if you’re ready to take the leap into home ownership. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Thursday, March 18 • 1:30-3 p.m.

Professor Gary Midkiff, who has studied the Civil War for 50 years, will discuss the time period from Dec. 1861- July 1862. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and access to a recording of the program after it occurs live.

LET’S TALK: A SENIOR DISCUSSION GROUP

RECOGNIZING & PREVENTING FINANCIAL FRAUD

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Fridays, March 12 & 26 • 10-11 a.m.

Share information on topics that interest you, ask questions and enjoy the company of others.

Geared to the over 50 crowd, but all are welcome.

Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Monday, March 22 6:30-8 p.m.

How can you protect yourself against financial fraud? Join presenter Karen Chan to learn about the types of fraud being reported to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and how to avoid becoming a victim. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

MYTHS & HISTORY OF THE HIGHLAND BAGPIPES JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 16 7-8:30 p.m.

Bagpiper Kevin Chapman discusses the history of the pipes and presents a narrative on the story behind one of the oldest instruments still played in the world. His program includes a demonstration and display of the regalia surrounding the pipes. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

COVID-19 PANDEMIC: PREVENTION, TREATMENT & VACCINES JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, March 17 • 7-8 p.m.

Dr. Vishnu Chundi, Chair of the COVID Task Force for the Chicago Medical Society, and hosts Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya and Dr. Sudha Bhoopalam, committee members of the Illinois Indian American Medical Association, will provide information on the COVID-19 pandemic. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

COVERING BREONNA TAYLOR JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 30 7-8 p.m.

What goes into covering high profile stories when the whole world is watching? Journalist Tessa Duvall was the co-lead reporter on the case of Breonna Taylor, the 26-year-old Black woman fatally shot by Louisville Metro Police in her apartment March 13, 2020. With her reporting partner, Darcy Costello, she analyzed thousands of pages of documents, broke dozens of stories and pushed the city and police to be transparent and accountable to the public. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch live streamed at SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

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ADULT PROGRAMS

LITERACY & CITIZENSHIP ESL CONVERSATION CLUB

LITERACY LEARNING RESOURCES

D214 COMMUNITY EDUCATION

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesdays, March 3-17, 31 & April 7 10-11:30 a.m. OR 6:30-8 p.m.

Fridays, March 5-19 & April 2 • 10-11:30 a.m.

Practice your English conversation skills in this live, online discussion. Please choose one session per week to help ensure we have space to accommodate everyone who is interested. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Monday, March 15 • 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Join us in this virtual session to connect with Literacy Librarian Claudia Baranowski. Claudia will answer questions about the Library’s resources and services available for ESL students. We will cover topics such as literacy collection materials, how to search for and register for virtual zoom events, and how to use streaming platforms like Hoopla and Kanopy for e-books and movies.

Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

REGISTER NOW NOW - Classes begin in February Classes listed below will take place virtually or in hybrid mode, with the in-person component taking place at Forest View Educational Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Rd., Arlington Heights. Please click here for more information or to make an in-person registration appointment at Forest View.

• Citizenship Classes: This class helps you prepare for your naturalization exam and interview.

MANY RESOURCES FOR ESL LEARNERS Adults who want to improve their English speaking or reading skills are welcome to attend our free online programs or use the Library’s many resources. Options include:

Conversation Clubs: We host free discussion groups for intermediate students who want to use and improve their English speaking skills. See details on this page.

ESL Tutoring: Get one-on-one help with reading and speaking English by calling the Elgin Literacy Connection at (224) 215-6515. You’ll be matched with a tutor in the Schaumburg area.

Online Tools: Try Mango Languages or Pronunciator to learn English or improve your English language skills. Both are available on the Library’s website. Simply click on “E-Library,” then “Online Learning.”

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Books: The Library has numerous books available for learning English as a second language.

These are just a few of the many opportunities to improve English language skills or prepare for U.S. Citizenship. For more information, attend the “Literacy Learning Resources” program listed on this page, or contact Claudia Baranowski at cbaranowski@stdl.org.

“Reading is an exercise in empathy; an exercise in walking in someone else’s shoes for a while.”

—Malorie Blackman, author

GENEALOGY IRISH EMIGRANTS TO NORTH AMERICA JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 9 7-8:30 p.m.

Learn about the routes taken and the reasons for the emigration from Ireland to the U.S. and Canada before, during and after the famine.

Presenter Paul Milner will explain how this mass movement of people can affect your research, and which tools and records are available to trace your Irish ancestors. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

GENEALOGY CHIT CHAT JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 23 2-3:30 p.m.

The Library’s genealogist, Tony Kierna, will host this informal gathering to help you in your genealogical research, beginning with a discussion about downloading and editing source records.

Questions welcome! Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

COLLEGE PREP Please see Teen section for details on the following programs:

• Five Things All College-Bound Students Should Do • Paying for College Without Going Broke • Head to College

ADULT PROGRAMS

CANDIDATE FORUMS

Join us for exciting, non-partisan forums featuring candidates in upcoming races. Learn about their positions on a variety of topics, ask questions and hear about their plans, if elected.

HOFFMAN ESTATES VILLAGE PRESIDENT

SCHAUMBURG TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Saturday, March 13 • 11 a.m. - Noon Meet candidates for the Hoffman Estates Village President: incumbent William D. McLeod , and Mark Mueller and Nicholas F. Waryas. Moderated by Katherine Sawyer, chief advancement officer at Oakton Community College. Co-sponsored by the Library and the League of Women Voters of the Palatine Area. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Monday, March 15 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Meet Schaumburg Township Board of Trustees candidates: Demetrius J. Gibson (D), Matthew J. Steward (D), Lauren Saternus (D), Robert N. Fiorio (D), and incumbents Diane Dunham (R), Charlotte Kegarise (R), Jeffery S. Mytych (R) and Nimish Jani (R). Moderated by Katherine Sawyer, chief advancement officer at Oakton Community College.

Co-sponsored by the Library and the League of Women Voters of the Palatine Area. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

VILLAGE OF HOFFMAN ESTATES BOARD OF TRUSTEES JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Saturday, March 13 • 1-2:30 p.m.

Meet Village of Hoffman Estates Board of Trustees candidates: incumbents Karen Arnet, Michael Gaeta, Karen V. Mills; and James Murre, Gaurav Patel and Renee Robinson. Moderated by Katherine Sawyer, chief advancement officer at Oakton Community College. Co-sponsored by the Library and the League of Women Voters of the Palatine Area.

Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

These programs are co-sponsored by the Library and the League of Women Voters of the Palatine Area. Each forum will be moderated by Katherine Sawyer, chief advancement officer at Oakton Community College.

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ADULT PROGRAMS

“The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library.”

- Albert Einstein

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH SPORTS JOURNALIST CHERYL RAYE STOUT

WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT WORKSHOP

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 9 7-8 p.m.

Meet Cheryl Raye-Stout, who has been in Chicago Sports Radio since 1979 and on the air at WMAQ, WMVP and WCBR. Currently, she can be heard on WBEZ Radio, 91.5 FM - Chicago Public Radio. She’ll share what it’s like to be a woman in a male-dominated field. Presented in partnership with the American Association of University Women. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, March 23 7-8 p.m.

Celebrate Women’s History Month through a special workshop to nurture your inner self!

Build one another up, identify values and explore ways to practice self-compassion and increase your self-esteem. Led by staff from the Village of Hoffman Estates Department of Health. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

THE WORLD OF JULIETTE KINZIE: CHICAGO BEFORE THE FIRE

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, March 31 • 1:30- 3 p.m.

Celebrate the Year of the Nurse with Megan Wells’ portrayal of Florence Nightingale. Learn about Nightingale’s impact on healthcare and what led to her becoming the founder of the modern nursing profession after finding her life’s calling during the Crimean War. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch live streamed at SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, March 10 • 7-8:15 p.m.

From Fort Dearborn in 1831 to the fire of 1870, Chicago took gigantic leaps. View this world of prairies, Native Americans, industry and early society through the eyes of the First Lady of Chicago, Juliette Kinzie. Part of our Chicagoland: Read All About It series. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch live streamed at SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE: FOLLOWING THE CALL TO SERVE

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SEE “PICTURING WOMEN INVENTORS” EXHIBIT IN MARCH Throughout American history, women with diverse backgrounds and interests created inventions that changed lives every day. But women haven’t always had equal opportunities to be inventors or received as much recognition. For these reasons, the Library is proud to host “Picturing Women Inventors,” a poster exhibition that explores the inventions of 19 highly accomplished American women, presented by the Smithsonian and the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Astronauts, computer pioneers and businesswomen join athletes, engineers and even teenagers in this remarkable group of featured inventors. The eight posters will be available to view on the first floor of the Central Library throughout March, which is Women’s History Month.

“Picturing Women Inventors” is distributed at no cost to schools, libraries, museums and community organizations by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with the Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and Innovation and the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

It’s sponsored by Lyda Hill Philanthropies IF/ THEN Initiative and Ericsson.

ADULT PROGRAMS

BOOK & MOVIE DISCUSSIONS DANN & RAYMOND’S MOVIE CLUB

BEYOND THE BOOK

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Thursday, March 4 • 7-9 p.m.

Join Dann Gire and Raymond Benson for a virtual version of their ever-popular Movie Club.

This month’s topic: Movies About Movies! Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Tuesday, March 16 • 10-11 a.m.

The Library Book by Susan Orlean Thursday, March 18 • 7-8 p.m.

Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng Tuesday, March 23 • 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate Contact the Fiction Desk at (847) 923-3140 to arrange pick up of a discussion copy or check out the eBook from our eLibrary with your Schaumburg Library card. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

WHAT ARE YOU READING? JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Monday, March 8 2-3 p.m.

What did you think of recent books you’ve read?

Share your thoughts with other readers and hear theirs to discover new titles to add to your reading list. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

RACIAL JUSTICE BOOK DISCUSSION JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Thursday, March 11 • 7-8 p.m.

Join us for an open conversation about systemic racism and inequality in a conversation guided

by Dr. Eve L. Ewing’s Ghosts in the Schoolyard.

Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

SECOND FLOOR READS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, March 17 • 6:30-8 p.m.

Join us for our non-fiction book discussion group. This month’s title: Conan Doyle for the Defense: How Sherlock Holmes’s Creator Turned Real-Life Detective and Freed a Man Wrongly Imprisoned for Murder by Margalit Fox. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and to reserve a copy of the book.

50+ BOOK DISCUSSION JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Monday, March 22 1-2 p.m.

Join us to discuss Women Talking by Miriam Toews. Contact the Fiction Desk at (847) 9233140 to arrange pick up of a discussion copy or check out the eAudiobook on Hoopla. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

RANDOM HISTORY BOOK DISCUSSION JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, April 7 • 7-8 p.m.

Join us for our historical non-fiction book discussion group. This month’s title: The Great Influenza: The Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in History

by John M. Barry. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and to reserve a copy of the book.

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TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS

HIGH SCHOOL & UP

JOIN LIVE • REGISTER NOW • These programs will take place online on Zoom. After registering, you will receive a link to the Zoom meeting at least one hour in advance of the program. Don’t see the email? Make sure you check your spam folder!

INSTAGRAM

EXCEL FORMATTING SPREADSHEETS

HOW TO HOST A ZOOM MEETING

Wednesday, March 3 • 10 a.m. – Noon

Tuesday, March 16 • 10 a.m. – Noon

WORD 1

EXCEL CHARTS

Friday, March 5 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 18 • 10 a.m. – Noon

SNAPCHAT

WORD FORMATTING

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Tuesday, March 16 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Learn how to host and manage Zoom meetings, with tips on how to keep the meeting private. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

Saturday, March 6 • 10 a.m. – Noon

Friday, March 19 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

EXCEL 1

GOOGLE DRIVE

Tuesday, March 9 • 10 a.m. – Noon

Tuesday, March 23 • 10 a.m. – Noon

EXCEL FORMULAS & FUNCTIONS

GOOGLE DOCS

Thursday, March 11 • 10 a.m. – Noon

WORD DESIGN Friday, March 12 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 24 • 10 a.m. – Noon

SENIOR IPHONE/IPAD 1 Friday, March 26 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

SENIOR GOOGLE PHOTOS Wednesday, March 31 • 10 a.m. – Noon

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