November 2020

COLLEGE PREP PAGE 11

AN EVENING WITH DR. IBRAM X. KENDI PAGE 14

CONTENTS Registration Information PAGE 1

About the Library PAGE 2

All Ages PAGES 3

Youth PAGES 4–8

Tweens (9-12 years)

PAGE 7 & 8

Registration Information REGISTER FOR 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.

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.

Teens (12-19 years)

PAGES 9–11

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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About Schaumburg Township District Library

OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE RELEVANT INFORMATION, BOOKS, MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY AND PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES IN A SAFE AND FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT THROUGH THE SERVICE OF WELL TRAINED STAFF.

After careful consideration, we’re extending our hours of service at all locations. Hours are subject to change without notice. All staff and patrons are required to wear a mask at all times while in the Library. Please also continue to wash your hands thoroughly and regularly, and practice safe social distancing while in the Library. Our staff continues to clean and sanitize, but we need your help to keep everyone safe. Please limit your Library visit to a maximum of 2 hours per day. We continue to have reduced capacities at all locations, so keeping your visit brief will allow us to serve as many people as possible.

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 MEETINGS Monday • 7 p.m. Nov. 16

Locations & Hours

ALL LIBRARY LOCATIONS WILL BE CLOSED WEDNESDAY, NOV. 25 AT 5 P.M. AND THURSDAY, NOV. 26 FOR THANKSGIVING.

CENTRAL LIBRARY

130 S. ROSELLE ROAD • SCHAUMBURG, IL • (847) 985-4000 Monday – Friday 9-10 a.m. Open to seniors and vulnerable individuals 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Open to the general public 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. Drive-Up Window open and staff are answering the phone and chat messages Saturday 9-10 a.m. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Open to seniors and vulnerable individuals Open to the general public Drive-Up Window open and staff are answering the phone and chat messages

Sunday Noon – 1 p.m. 1-5 p.m. Noon – 5 p.m.

Open to seniors and vulnerable individuals Open to the general public Drive-Up Window open and staff are answering the phone and chat messages

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 10-11 a.m. Open to seniors and vulnerable individuals 11 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Open to the general public 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Curbside Pick-Up open and staff are answering phone & chat messages Friday - Saturday 10-11 a.m. Open to seniors and vulnerable individuals 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Open to the general public 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Curbside Pick-Up open and staff are answering phone & chat messages Sunday Closed Hours of service subject to change without notice.

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PROGRAMS FOR

ALL AGES DRIVE-UP WINDOW REOPENS With our renovation complete, we’re ending Curbside Pick-Up at the Central Library and putting the Drive-Up Window back into service. To use the Drive-Up Window, just place an item on hold (selecting “Drive-Up” as the pick-up location), wait to get a notification that your items are ready, then come to the Library. Please note there is a limit of 5 items per car at the Drive-Up Window.

LOCKERS OFFER NO-TOUCH PICKUP Our lockers have arrived and are available for use! We know many of you will love this new, no-touch way to pick up materials from the Central Library in Schaumburg. To use the lockers, simply go online and place your Library books or videos on hold, select “Lockers - Central” as pick up location, then come to the Library when you receive an email or call saying your items are ready for pickup. Once you arrive, press the “Get Started” button on the screen, then scan your Library card or type in the number and PIN. You’ll see a list of your requested items. If it’s correct, press “accept” and your locker will open. After retrieving your items, just close the locker door and you’re all set! The lockers are located along the wall near the West entrance.

SKIP THE LINES WITH SELF-CHECKOUT

If waiting in line is on your “things I hate to do” list, try our new self-checsk, available now. Located in the Central Library lobby, our four self-checkouts are user-friendly, with easy prompts that will allow you to check out in seconds. As long as you have your PIN number and Library card (or Library card number), you can skip the lines and be on your way with your new Library materials in tow.

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.

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PIANO REQUESTS SHOW: BRITISH INVASION JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Thursday, Nov. 5 • 7-8 p.m.

Pianist Kaleen Dolan presents songs from the 60s British Invasion era. Bring your requests and drop them in the comments. From Beatlemania to the Rolling Stones, requests are welcome! Click to register to receive a link to watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

“There are many little ways to enlarge your world. Love of books is the best of all.” – Jacqueline Kennedy

STORYTIMES

PRESCHOOL

BOUNCING BABY STORYTIME

PARENT/CHILD CRAFT

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 0-12 months Tuesdays, Nov. 3-17 • 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 a Zoom link and a Storytime kit.

WOBBLY WALKERS STORYTIME JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 1 year olds Mondays, Nov. 2-16 • 10-10:30 a.m. Children just starting to walk and explore the world will enjoy short stories, lots of music and movement activities that promote gross motor development while instilling a love of reading. Click to register to receive a Zoom link and a Storytime kit.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOW 2-5 years • Monday, Nov. 2 • Fall Bear PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOV. 1 2-5 years • Monday, Nov. 9 • Rocking Duck 2-5 years • Monday, Nov. 16 • 3D Giraffe PICK-UP PROGRAM REGISTER NOV. 15 2-5 years • Monday, Nov. 23 • Feather Letter Turkey 2-5 years • Monday, Nov. 30 Paper Chain Snowman Click to receive the program kit with instructions and supplies.

PUPPET SHOW JOIN LIVE : REGISTER NOW • 2-5 years Friday, Nov. 6 • 1-1:30 p.m. Join us for a puppet show! Click to register to receive a Zoom link or watch live-streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

TODDLING TWOS & THREES

SCAVENGER HUNT

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW 2-3 years with caregiver • Thursdays, Nov. 5-19 10-10:30 a.m. This storytime is for toddlers who have more developed motor skills and are ready for slightly longer books. Click to register to receive a Zoom link and a Storytime kit.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 3-5 years with caregiver • Friday, Nov. 20 • 10-10:45 a.m. Join us for a scavenger hunt around your house. Find items in your own home that fit into certain categories. After the hunt, we’ll share what we’ve found, along with stories and songs. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

EVENING STORYTIME

FOLK TALE STEAM

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW 0-5 years with caregiver • Tuesdays, Nov. 3-17 • 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 a Zoom link and a Storytime kit.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 15 3-5 years with caregiver • Saturday, Nov. 28 • 10-11 a.m. Read the Three Billy Goats Gruff, then explore the story with STEAM and literacy activities. Click to register to receive a Zoom link and the program kit.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

SHOW & TELL

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 3-5 years Wednesdays, Nov. 4-18 • 1-1:30 p.m. Enjoy stories and songs with your little one, then complete a craft together. Click to register to receive a Zoom link and a Storytime kit.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 15 3-5 years with caregiver • Thursday, Dec. 3 • 10-10:30 a.m. Bring your favorite animal (pet, stuffed animal, drawing) to share with the group! Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

HAVE YOU MET MISS HUMBLEBEE?

At Miss Humblebee’s Academy, children ages 3-6 can have fun while preparing for kindergarten. This award-winning, online and offline curriculum prepares your child for a lifetime of learning success and is available free to Schaumburg Library cardholders at SchaumburgLibrary.org. Kids will learn through online lessons, then take their newfound knowledge and continue learning with hands-on activities. Subjects taught include language and literacy, math, science, social studies, art and music. In addition to academics, kids will gain social, emotional and physical development and even learn about staying focused and being accountable. Come and meet Miss Humblebee and friends. We think your little one will love them!

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

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

ADAPTIVE

AUTISM MOVEMENT THERAPY JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW 3-8 years with caregiver Wednesdays, Nov. 4 & 18, Dec. 2 • 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 NOV. 1 • 5-8 years Thursday, Nov. 12 • 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 be reading aloud, discussing, and completing activities based on the book Thank You, Omu! by Oge Mora. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

BOOK EXPLORERS

JOIN LIVE • REGISTER NOV. 15 • 5-8 years Tuesday, Nov. 24 • 4-5 p.m. This month we’ll be reading aloud and discussing the book Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and a program kit.

OVERLAPPING TREE COLLAGE

HANDPRINT SUNFLOWERS

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOW 5-8 years • Tuesday, Nov. 3 Create a colorful piece of fall art using an overlapping paper method. Click to join the waitlist.

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOV. 1 6-9 years • Tuesday, Nov. 10 Create handprint sunflowers made out of paper. Click to register to receive the program kit with instructions and supplies.

THE WRITE STUFF JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 6-9 years Thursday, Nov. 5 • 4-4:45 p.m. Join us in The Write Stuff as we learn a way to organize our persuasive writing. Click to join the waitlist.

ART STUDIO: MOTOI YAMAMOTO JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • 6-9 years Monday, Nov. 9 • 4-5 p.m. Join us in Art Studio to learn about Motoi Yamamoto’s salt art and try making salt artwork of your own. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit with instructions and supplies.

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LEGO® STORYBUILD JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • 5-8 years Wednesday, Nov. 11 • 4:30-5:15 p.m. Bring your favorite fairytales and picture books to life as we read together and build together with LEGOs® you already have at home. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP: SAN DIEGO ZOO JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • 5-8 years Monday, Nov. 16 • 4-5 p.m. Go on a virtual field trip to one of the most famous zoos in the world, the San Diego Zoo! We will learn about the animals we find and watch them live. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

SCARECROW DECORATION

HOPSCOTCH CODING

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOV. 1 5-8 years • Tuesday, Nov. 17 Add to your festive decor with this cute scarecrow decoration. Click to register to receive the program kit with instructions and supplies.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 15 • 5-8 years Friday, Nov. 27 • 2-3 p.m. Learn the basics of coding by creating the game of hopscotch on your floor using only coding demands. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

LEGO® BUILDING CHALLENGE JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • 5-12 years Thursday, Nov. 19 • 4-4:45 p.m. Use your own LEGOs®, build along with other kids online and try to complete this month’s challenge: building a maze of your own design! Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

FESTIVE LLAMA PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOV. 15 6-10 years • Tuesday, Dec. 1 Step by step, create a cute festive llama picture. Click to register to receive the program kit with instructions and supplies.

PAPER BAG TREE SCULPTURE

WINTER SNOWMAN PAINTING

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOV. 15 6-8 years • Tuesday, Nov. 24 Create a paper bag tree sculpture. Click to register to receive the program kit with instructions and supplies.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 15 • 6-9 years Tuesday, Dec. 1 • 4-5 p.m. Join us as we use our painting skills to paint a winter snowman. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

MATH INVESTIGATORS ADDING & SUBTRACTING CLUES JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 5-7 years Saturday, Nov. 7 • 2-3 p.m. Become detectives by solving addition and subtraction problems that will uncover key clues as to where our missing animal at the zoo has gone! We will also read a story and complete a craft. GRAPHING WONDERLAND JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 15 • 5-7 years Saturday, Dec. 5 • 2-3 p.m. Listen to a story about bar graphs, line plots, and pictographs, then learn how to make them using winter-themed survey questions. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit with instructions and supplies. Click to register and receive a Zoom link and program kit.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

“I like how the library features books and board games, and it’s also a good place for grown-ups to get their work done.” – Krishna P., Schaumburg, age 12.

TWEEN PROGRAMS FOR AGES 9-12 DIY DESIGNS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 9-12 years Monday, Nov. 2 • 4-5 p.m. Smell cinnamon with an acorn-shaped air freshener. This project will require basic hand sewing abilities. JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 15 • 9-12 years Friday, Dec. 4 • 4-5 p.m. Make a no-sew sock snowman to keep you company this winter. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

WRITE ON!

CREATE YOUR OWN BOARD GAME

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 9-12 years Tuesday, Nov. 3 • 3:30-4:30 p.m. Join Miss Gretchen for a live, online version of our popular Write On! Explore different types of creative writing through games and ice breakers in this judgement-free space. Supplies needed: pen or pencil and paper (lined or no lines). Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • 9-12 years Tuesday, Nov. 10 • 4-5 p.m. Design your own game board with a set of rules that you can teach and play with others. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and the program kit.

PAPER BAG STARS

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOV. 1 9-12 years • Thursday, Nov. 12 Follow the steps to create a beautiful fall picture. Click to register to receive the program kit with instructions and supplies.

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOW 9-12 years • Thursday, Nov. 5 Create and decorate a star made out of paper bags. Click to join the waitlist.

FALL FIELD ART

OWEN’S TREAT REGISTER NOW • 9-12 years • Fridays, Nov. 13 & 27 3-3:30 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. Click to register to receive a link to the video.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

IN BETWEEN SCENE JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • 9-12 years Friday, Nov. 13 • 3:30-4:30 p.m. Play games, meet new friends and help make decisions about the Library and its virtual programs. Join us on Zoom as we use Crowdpurr to test your knowledge of all things tweens love. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

MINECRAFT BUILIDNG CHALLENGE JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • 9-12 years Saturday, Nov. 14 • 2-3 p.m. Join us as we use Minecraft Creative mode to build cool and interesting challenges together on the Library’s Minecraft Realms server. Invitations to the Realm will be sent via Zoom once the program has begun. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

BOREDOM BUSTERS: SCATTERGORIES JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • 11-13 years Tuesday, Nov. 17 • 3:30-4:15 p.m. Bored at home? This week Miss Gretchen and Miss Allison challenge you to use creative thinking as we play the category game, Scattergories! Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

PAPER BRACELETS PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOV. 1 9-12 years • Thursday, Nov. 19 Create a folded paper bracelet. Click to register to receive the program kit with instructions and supplies.

MUD ART: LIPPAN KAAM JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • 9-12 years Saturday, Nov. 21 • 2-3:30 p.m. Learn about the art form of Lippan Kaam and make your own decorative panel out of clay. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

GET CREATIVE JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 15 • 9-12 years Monday, Nov. 23 • 3:30-4:30 p.m. Come chill out and get in touch with your creative side. This month we’ll be making a snow globe. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

LINE ART LEAVES PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOV. 15 9-12 years • Wednesday, Nov. 25 Try out this drawing technique using leaves for fall. Click to register to receive the program kit with instructions and supplies.

TWEEN GAME NIGHT JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 15 • 9-12 years Wednesday, Nov. 25 • 2-3 p.m. Join us and play games over Zoom with other tweens. This month we will be playing Uno online. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

LED GREETING CARDS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 15 • 9-12 years Monday, Nov. 30 • 3:30-4:30 p.m. We will create a low-voltage electronic circuit on paper using conductive copper tape, LEDs and a coin-cell battery. The card we create will glow with warm wishes. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

WOVEN WINTER COASTERS PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOV. 15 9-12 years • Thursday, Dec. 3 Create woven coasters on a round loom. Click to register to receive the program kit with instructions and supplies.

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TEEN PROGRAMS

FOR AGES 12-19

QUARANTEEN KITS

CHESS CLUB

DIY MINI BABY YODA FIGURINE

PICK-UP PROGRAM: REGISTER NOW Monday, Nov. 2 Feeling stressed? Sign up to receive a QuaranTEEN kit. Each kit contains a variety of calming activities, crafts and self-care items. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and kit.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesdays, Nov. 4-25 • 6-7 p.m. Conant 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 which will help you become a better chess player. 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.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Thursday, Nov. 5 7-8 p.m. Make your very own adorable Baby Yoda using air-dry clay. Click to join the waitlist.

TECH BYTES JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Intro to Programming Mondays, Nov. 2 & 16, Dec. 7 • 3:30-4:30 p.m. JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Web Development Wednesdays, Nov. 4-25 • 3:30-4:30 p.m. Class will be recorded live and posted on YouTube. Class code for Google Classroom: qaf7ibj. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

3D DESIGN FOR 3D PRINTING JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Tuesdays, Nov. 3 & 30 • 5:30-6:30 p.m. Learn about basic 3D design for 3D printing. Create models, shapes, jewelry and more with Tinkercad. One free print per teen will be available at a later date. Please set up a Tinkercad account before the event. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

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TEEN PLACE TRIVIA JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Fridays, Nov. 6 & 20 • 3:30-4:15 p.m. Unwind after a week of remote learning with after school remote trivia. You’ll use CrowdPurr on your phone and Zoom on your computer. The game starts shortly after 3 p.m.; don’t be late! Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

HACK CENTRAL JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Monday, Nov. 9 3:30-4:30 p.m. Hack Central is a hack club led by Teen Place Mentor Rayaan Siddiqi and will cover advanced computer science topics like classification and machine learning. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch live-streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

TEEN PROGRAMS

ROCKET LEAGUE TOURNAMENTS

OWEN’S TREAT

JOIN LIVE: DROP IN • Mondays, Nov. 9 & 23 5:30-7:30 p.m. In Rocket League, search for our tournament named “SchaumLib08” on Monday, November 9 or “SchaumLib09” on Monday, November 23. We will continue to add tournaments if you miss getting into the 5:30 p.m. start time. No password or code necessary. All skill levels are welcome. Requires Rocket League app and access to an online gaming service (such as Xbox Live Gold, PlayStation Now or Switch Online).

REGISTER NOW • Fridays, Nov. 13 & 27 • 3-3:30 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.

LUNCH & LISTEN WATCH NOW: DROP IN • Tuesday, Nov. 10 Grab your lunch and listen to Teen Librarian Allison as she makes young adult reading recommendations based on a weekly theme. This week she’s recommending books to read with a cup of hot chocolate. Check back on Tuesday, Nov 10 for a link to the video.

CORNTASTIC RAINBOW CORN HANGING JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 Thursday, Nov. 12 • 7-8 p.m. Join us in making this corntastic craft using beads and pipe cleaner for a shockingly realistic multicolored corn hanging that’ll be sure to spruce up your home for fall. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

RUBBER BAND BRACELETS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • Monday, Nov. 16 6-7 p.m. Learn to use a Monster Tail loom to create a rubber band bracelet. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

CREATE & CHILL WITH INDIRA & JESS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • Monday, Nov. 16 3-4 p.m. Join Jess and Indira as they guide you in making your very own Zen garden and learn some quick meditations. Your selfcare kit will include all the items you need to make the garden as well as some candy. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

GOBBLIN’ GOOD TURKEY DÉCOR JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 Tuesday, Nov. 17 • 7-8 p.m. Join us for a fun and easy Thanksgiving-craft. The finished product is a gobblin’ good turkey with an array of leaves for its tail. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

WATERCOLOR SUNSET PAINTING REGISTER NOV. 1 • Thursday, Nov. 19 • 7-8 p.m. Learn how to create an easy and beautiful watercolor sunset painting. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

“I really like reading, so I come to get books for myself and for school.” – Catherine W., Schaumburg, age 18

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TEEN PROGRAMS

COLLEGE PREP TEEN BOOK DISCUSSIONS THE PATH OF THE FAFSA JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, Nov. 4 • 7-8:15 p.m. Learn what to expect on the FAFSA form and how it is used to determine financial aid eligibility and awards. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch live-streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

HOW TO PROPERLY EVALUATE A COLLEGE FROM HOME JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Tuesday, Nov. 10 • 7-8 p.m. Finding the right college means finding the best academic, social and financial fit for college bound students. Tom Jaworski, founder of Quest College Consulting, will identify resources that will assist families in their virtual interactions with colleges and universities. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

AUTHOR VISIT: SUSAN MIURA

TEEN BOOK DISCUSSION

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • Tuesday, Nov. 10 6-7 p.m. Young adult author Susan Miura will talk about her new release, Signs in the Dark, and the connection between her book and Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue. Meet the author, see a short video about rescued tigers, and find out how local high school students played a key role in developing the book’s Deaf and Hispanic main characters. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • Tuesday, Nov. 24 7:15-8 p.m. Enjoy some snacks while you chat with fellow teens about Pumpkinheads by Rainbow Rowell. 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.

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ADULT PROGRAMS

MINDFUL PARENT GROUP

AUTHOR VISIT: SUSAN MIURA

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 Wednesdays, Nov. 4 & 18 • 6-7 p.m. It’s time to be an OWL - Observe, Wait and Listen. Find ways to calm your mind and body and stay present. Join us for a wonderful group and many delightful experiences, learn to take mini breaks in your day and take care of yourself. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and program kit.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOV. 1 • Tuesday, Nov. 10 6-7 p.m. Young adult author Susan Miura will talk about her new release, Signs in the Dark, and the connection between her book and Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue. Meet the author, see a short video about rescued tigers, and find out how local high school students played a key role in developing the Deaf and Hispanic main characters in the book. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

USING PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, Nov. 10 1-2 p.m. Accessible Metra, Pace and CTA buses and trains are easy to use and the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) would love to show you how. Stay informed about accessible public transportation options to help you get to appointments, maintain social connections and enjoy independent travel. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

OPTIMIZING YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, Nov. 10 7-8:30 p.m. Mike Heatwole, a certified financial planner, shares filing strategies to optimize your Social Security benefits for retirement. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event livestreamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

SOLUTIONS FOR SENIORS: MANAGING THE COVID BLUES JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, Nov. 11 • 10-11 a.m. Staff from Friendship Village will talk about “The Covid Conundrum” and offer some real life solutions and coping strategies to help seniors through these unprecedented times. Assistant Administrator Jennifer Siebert, MA, LCPC, LNHA, and Tony Doan, MA, LCPC, Health Care Liaison, will co-present. At the end of their presentation, we’ll have time for Q&A. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

HOW TO HOST A ZOOM MEETING JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, Nov. 11 • 7-8 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.

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ADULT PROGRAMS

LET’S CATCH UP: UPDATES FROM THE BARN & LIBRARY

THE ZERO WASTE MINDSET

GINGERBREAD HOUSES

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, Nov. 18 • 7-8:30 p.m. In a time when the average American sends over four pounds of waste to landfills every day, local conservationist Monica Chavez wants to share tips to help you reduce waste while saving money and improving your health. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event livestreamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Thursday, Dec. 3 7-8:30 p.m. Watch this detailed gingerbread house building video with Chef Michael Niksic. All skill levels welcome! You’ll even learn how to install miniature lights to spectacular night lights and centerpieces. Click to register to receive the link to watch the live premiere on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TRIVIA

LET’S TALK: A SENIOR DISCUSSION GROUP

HOLIDAY GIFT WRAPPING

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, Nov. 18 • 7-8 p.m. Join us on Zoom to test your knowledge of science, history, pop culture and more! We’ll be using Crowdpurr for the trivia action. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and the Crowdpurr access code.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Friday, Nov. 20 10-11 a.m. Share information on topics that interest you, ask questions and enjoy the company of others. This program is geared to the over 50 crowd, but all are welcome. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

PHONE-IN PROGRAM: DROP IN Monday, Nov. 16 • 10-11 a.m. Find out how community organizations are serving seniors during the pandemic in this discussion with the Barn’s Senior Services Manager, Marina Lvovich, and Schaumburg Library’s Senior Services Coordinator, Renee Anderson. To participate, call (847) 923-3195 a few minutes before the program begins.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Saturday, Dec. 5 2-3 p.m. Save time and money! Get your holiday wrapping organized and learn how to take the stress out of the holiday season. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event livestreamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

“There’s a lot of variety here. So many movies and games!” – Leticia C., Hanover Park.

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“I’m glad it’s open and the selection is so good. The website is incredibly easy to use.” – Katie D., Roselle

ADULT PROGRAMS

An Evening with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi MONDAY, NOV. 9 JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • 6-7 P.M. We’re joining 10 other area libraries to host an evening with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, one of the country’s leading anti-racist voices and #1 New York Times bestselling author, National Book Award winner and historian. He will discuss his book, How To Be An Antiracist at this live event moderated by Natalie Moore, who covers segregation and inequality for Chicago’s WBEZ. We hope you’ll also join us for our Racial Justice Book Discussion on Nov. 12 or Nov. 16 as we discuss How To Be An Antiracist. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

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ADULT PROGRAMS

BUSINESS & CAREERS KNOW YOUR RIGHTS IN THE WORKPLACE JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Your Right to Fair Pay Thursday, Nov. 12 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Health & Safety at Work during COVID-19 Monday, Nov. 16 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Labor Exploitation & Trafficking Thursday, Nov. 19 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Learn everything you need to know regarding your right to fair payment, a healthy and safe workplace and labor trafficking in the US. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the events live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

HISTORY EMANCIPATION TO INAUGURATION: CHICAGO’S BLACK EXPERIENCE JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Monday, Nov. 2 7-8:30 p.m. “Going to Chicago” were the words said, sung and shouted by African-Americans during the Great Migration, forever changing the city and the nation. But Chicago’s Black experience predates that by nearly a century and a half, and continues to this day. Presenter Clarence Goodman will talk about prominent Black Chicagoans from Jean Baptiste Point DuSable to Ida B. Wells to Barack Obama and beyond. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

“This Library is so convenient with all the things it gives patrons - Internet, CDs, DVDs, books – and such a helpful staff!” –Charles C., Schaumburg.

MAN BITES DOG: HOT DOG CULTURE IN AMERICA

ORAL HISTORY & TRADITIONS OF AMERICAN INDIANS

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, Nov. 11 • 7-8:15 p.m. Author Bruce Kraig gives us the details of the American frank. Don’t worry: The Chicago-style hot dog is front and center! Part of our Chicagoland: Read All About It series. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live streamed at SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Monday, Nov. 30 7-8:30 p.m. This presentation invites you into the world of the American Indian to discover what it once was to be Native, and what it means to be Native now. An Ojibwa, Kim Sifagus will be dressed in her traditional Native regalia as she presents Native culture through oral traditions, language and history. You’ll receive a traditional recipe at the program’s end. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch the event live-streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY OF WOMEN’S RIGHT TO VOTE RACE & RIGHTS: WELLS, WILLARD & ADDAMS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, Nov. 17 6-8 p.m. Ida B. Wells, Frances Willard and Jane Addams each worked to expand women’s rights and influence, but had significant disagreements and differing views about the impact of race and racism. This program is part of our series Celebrate the Centennial Anniversary of Women’s Right to Vote. Click here to see a full listing of our virtual programs and exhibits celebrating the centennial anniversary of women’s right to vote. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

EVOLUTION OF THE AMERICAN PRESIDENCY: VOL. 5 JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Thursday, Nov. 19 1:30-3 p.m. Join Professor Gary Midkiff for a review of over 225 years of American history and trace the evolution of our most important elected office. Over six sessions, you’ll follow the path of the 44, assessing how their decisions and actions shaped the office for their successors. Volume 5 covers Franklin Roosevelt through Jimmy Carter. Click to register to receive the Zoom link or watch live streamed on SchaumburgLibrary.tv.

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GENEALOGY FAMILYSEARCH: THE DIGITAL AGE JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, Nov. 10 7-8:30 p.m. Learn about FamilySearch®, a free website sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, which provides family history researchers with access to original digitized historical records from around the world. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

GENEALOGY CHIT CHAT JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, Nov. 24 2-3:30 p.m. Join our genealogist, Tony Kierna, for help with your genealogical research and to learn about FamilySearch Wiki. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

“We’re here twice a week for movies, CDs and cookbooks.” – Marilyn K., Schaumburg

BOOK & MOVIE DISCUSSIONS AN HOUR TO KILL JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Thursday, Nov. 5 7-8 p.m. This month’s title: Conan Doyle for the Defense: the True Story of a Sensational British Murder, a Quest for Justice, and the World’s Most Famous Detective Writer by Margalit Fox. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and to reserve a copy of the book.

RACIAL JUSTICE BOOK DISCUSSION JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Thursday, Nov. 12 7-8:30 p.m. or Monday, Nov. 16 • 7-8:30 p.m. Join us for an open conversation on, How to Be an Antiracist by Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, about what it means to be anti-racist, including understanding racism, individual actions to be an antiracist and thoughts for systemic changes. Our conversation will be guided by topics found in the book. Click to register join the waitlist.

BEYOND THE BOOK JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • An American Marriage Tuesday, Nov. 17 • 10-11 a.m. REGISTER NOW • Little Fires Everywhere Tuesday, Nov. 17 • 1:30-2:30 p.m. REGISTER NOW • Before We Were Yours Thursday, Nov. 19 • 7-8 p.m. Contact the Fiction Desk at (847) 923-3140 to arrange pick up of a discussion copy, or checkout the eBook or eAudiobook with your Schaumburg Library card. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

DANN & RAYMOND’S MOVIE CLUB JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Tuesday, Nov. 17 7-9 p.m. This month’s topic: Great Political Movies. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

SECOND FLOOR READS JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, Nov. 18 • 6:30-8 p.m. This month’s title: Travel as a Political Act by Rick Steves. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and to reserve a copy of the book.

50+ BOOK DISCUSSION JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Monday, Nov. 30 1-2 p.m. Join us to discuss The Nest by Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney. Contact the Fiction desk at (847) 9233140 to arrange pickup of the book, or check out the eBook or audiobook on Digital Library of Illinois or the eBook or eAudiobook on Axis 360 or the eBook from Hoopla. Click to register to receive the Zoom link and to reserve a copy of the book to pick up.

ADULT PROGRAMS

LITERACY & CITIZENSHIP ESL CONVERSATION CLUB JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesdays, Nov. 4-18, Dec. 2 10-11:30 a.m. OR 6:30-8 p.m. Fridays, Nov. 6-20, Dec. 4 • 10-11:30 a.m. Practice your English conversation skills in this live discussion. Please choose one session to help ensure we have space to accommodate everyone. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

BEST APPS FOR LEARNING ENGLISH JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW • Saturday, Nov. 14 10-11 a.m. Learn about the best apps for learning English. They are quick, easy to access and fun. Although apps can’t replace a real-life teacher, they are a great addition to your regular English classes. Click to register to receive the Zoom link.

RANDOM HISTORY BOOK GROUP JOIN LIVE: REGISTER NOW Wednesday, Dec. 2 • 7-8 p.m. This month’s title: Valley Forge by Bob Drury and Tom Clavin. 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 • 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!

GOOGLE DRIVE Wednesday, Nov. 4 • 10 a.m. - Noon

EXCEL CHARTS Thursday, Nov. 5 • 10 a.m. - Noon

WINDOWS 1 Friday, Nov. 6 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

GOOGLE DOCS Wednesday, Nov. 11 • 10 a.m. - Noon

WINDOWS 2 Friday, Nov. 13 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

GOOGLE SHEETS FORMATTING SPREADSHEETS Saturday, Nov. 14 • 10 a.m. - Noon

SENIOR FACEBOOK 1 Tuesday, Nov. 17 • 10 a.m. - Noon

SENIOR FACEBOOK 2 Wednesday, Nov. 18 • 10 a.m. - Noon

TWITTER Thursday, Nov. 19 • 10 a.m. - Noon

WORD 1 Friday, Nov. 20 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

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