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FALL September - November 2017

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ADULTS

Book Clubs

COOKBOOK BOOK CLUB

READING IS THE SPICE OF LIFE

CLUE: A MYSTERY BOOK CLUB

7PM | MONDAYS | ADULTS

1PM | MONDAYS | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

7:30PM | TUESDAYS | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Led by Melissa Morgan.

Registration required.

The Rules Do Not Apply: A Memoir by Ariel Levy A gorgeous memoir about a woman overcoming dramatic loss and finding reinvention. A New York Times best-seller.

SEPTEMBER 11

SEPTEMBER 12

NOVEMBER 8

OCTOBER 9

OCTOBER 10

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Led by Stephanie Girardi.

Registration required.

Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Join us for good food and great conversation. Check out one of the spotlighted cookbooks, try the recipes and prepare one to bring to the meeting to share.

CHEF RICK BAYLESS SEPTEMBER 11 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Fiesta at Rick's: Fabulous Food for Great Times with Friends and More Mexican Everyday by Rick Bayless STREET FOOD OCTOBER 9 | NORTHFIELD BRANCH

Eat Street: The ManBQue Guide to Making Street Food at Home

by John Carruthers, John Scholl, and Jesse Valenciana Eat Street: Recipes from the Tastiest, Messiest, and Most Irresistible Food Trucks by James Cunningham FRESH TAKES NOVEMBER 13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Cravings: Recipes for All the Food You Want to Eat by Chrissy Teigen Damn Delicious: 100 Super Easy, Super Fast Recipes by Chungah Rhee

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Led by Kristin Carlson.

Registration required.

The Great Gatsby

by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk

by Kathleen Rooney NOVEMBER 13

The Heirs by Susan Rieger

The Cold War Swap

by Ross Thomas Murder on the Hour

by Elizabeth Duncan NOVEMBER 14

The Silence of the Sea

by Yrsa Sigurdardottir

READINGS FOR A COZY TRUE STORY AFTERNOON NONFICTION BOOK 1PM | WEDNESDAYS | ADULTS | NORTH DISCUSSION SHORE SENIOR CENTER

Led by Donette Jensen.

Registration required.

SEPTEMBER 13

The Chilbury Ladies’ Choir

by Jennifer Ryan OCTOBER 11

The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See

NOVEMBER 8

House Without Windows

by Nadia Hashimi

7PM | WEDNESDAYS | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

OCTOBER 11

Daughters of the Samurai: A Journey from East to West and Back by Janice P. Nimura Based on in-depth archival research in Japan and in the United States, including decades of letters between the three women and their American host families, Daughters of the Samurai is beautifully, cinematically written, a fascinating lens through which to view an extraordinary historical moment.

Led by Erin Collins.

Registration required.

FOUL PLAY BOOK DISCUSSION

SEPTEMBER 13

11:30AM | WEDNESDAYS | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood

by Trevor Noah A #1 New York Times bestseller. The compelling, inspiring, and comically sublime story of one man’s coming-of-age, set during the twilight of apartheid in South Africa and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed.

Led by Kristin Carlson.

Registration required.

SEPTEMBER 20

The Cairo Affair

by Olen Steinhauer OCTOBER 18

A Rising Man

by Abir Mukherjee NOVEMBER 15

Magpie Murders

by Anthony Horowitz

ADULTS

MUSIC Lyric Opera Lectures 2PM | SUNDAYS | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

An overview of the story, biographical information about the composer and librettist, and musical highlights.

FOOD AND DRINK Margarita Madness!

SEPTEMBER 17

Orphée et Eurydice with Belinda Potoma

7PM | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

In conjunction with our One Table Two Villages program featuring Rick Bayless, we're inviting back our Mistress of the Margarita, local mixologist Cheryl Heisler. Cheryl is the founder of Mixed metaPours, a signature cocktail consultancy. Join us as we sip, slurp and salt our way through a variety of these popular South of the Border virgin cocktails.

Registration required.

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Rigoletto with Carla Thorpe

OCTOBER 29

Growing Shitake Mushrooms 2PM | SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Mushrooms are a perfect small-scale garden project.

3Chicks Farms will discuss several methods of growing mushrooms at home both indoors and out. Featuring a demonstration of growing Oyster mushrooms on straw in a plastic container, and how to inoculate Shitake mushroom logs to start a mushroom log yard. They will cover basic culture, material sources and troubleshooting for this fascinating topic. Registration required.

Die Walküre with Neil Adelman NOVEMBER 12

The Pearl Fishers with Karen Jared DECEMBER 3

Turandot with Margaret Fournier

Streisand, Sinatra and Standards 2PM | SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Join singer/pianist Karen BerkBarak as she covers nostalgic songs by Barbra Streisand and other beloved standards.

Registration required.

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DRAMATIC PERFORMANCES

Lady Churchill: On Being Winston's Mother 6:30PM I TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Night of Dance, Day of Infamy

Lady Randolph Churchill was an American-born British socialite, wife of Lord Randolph Churchill, and the mother of British Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill. Enjoy this performance by Lynn Rymarz as Lady Churchill. Registration required.

6:30PM | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Join storyteller Terry Lynch as Navy Chief Radioman Edward Campbell, an eyewitness to the bombing of Pearl Harbor.

Registration required.

GET CREATIVE Cheeseburger Cookies 6:30PM | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day by making a “cheeseburger” using cookies, tinted frosting, shredded coconut and your creativity.

Registration required.

DIY Fall Wreath 6:30PM | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Create your own unique fall wreath. Registration required.

Edgar Allan Poe: To Tell a Tale 7PM | MONDAY, OCTOBER 23 | ADULTS & TEENS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Her Hamilton: As Told

by His Wife, Eliza 3PM | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Hear the true story of Alexander Hamilton from his wife Eliza, as portrayed by storyteller Lynn Rymarz.

She recalls the founding of the nation, the toll it took on their marriage, their love for each other, his betrayal, his death in a dual, and her life after.

Registration required.

Literary chills abound in this spine-tingling program.

Edgar Allan Poe (as portrayed by actor Terry Lynch) will give a brief biographical sketch of his life followed by a retelling of some of his most famous works, including The Raven and The Tell-Tale Heart.

Registration required.

Bette Davis 6:30PM I MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Leslie Goddard portrays Bette Davis, an outspoken, strong-willed and celebrated classic Hollywood actress.

Registration required.

FILM DISCUSSIONS

Denial

2PM | SUNDAYS | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

OCTOBER 22

Toby Nicholson leads this series of lively film discussions.

Pick up a copy of the DVD at the library to view in advance.

The Salesman SEPTEMBER 24

This powerful Iranian drama explores themes of guilt, honor and morality. The 2017 Oscar winner for Best Foreign Language Film.

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A discussion on the film Denial. Based on an incredible true story, this drama depicts a legal battle over Holocaust denial.

Holiday Cards

From Chicago to Vietnam: A Memoir of War by Michael Duffy

6PM | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Create a variety of lovely embossed holiday cards.

Registration required.

3PM | SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Author Michael Duffy will offer a reading from his book From Chicago to Vietnam: A Memoir of War and discuss a brief history of the United States involvement in the Vietnam War. This memoir, which received a 5-star review from the Manhattan Book Review and the Portland Book Review, tells the story of American soldier Michael Duffy's yearlong tour of duty in Vietnam, which began on the first day of the Tet Offensive of January 1968.

Registration required.

INTERIOR DESIGN Discover Your Life’s Purpose

Creating A Room of One's Own

2PM I SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

3PM | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

One of the key factors in increasing happiness is living a life of purpose. But how do you identify your purpose? This workshop will help you do just that. In this two-hour program, you will learn to identify how you are meant to spend your time and energy. Registration required.

Watercolor Landscapes with Fran Vail 1:30PM I TUESDAYS OCTOBER 3, 10, 17, 24 I ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Join artist Fran Vail and learn to paint beautiful landscapes.

There is a $20 fee due by the first day of class, payable at the service desk. Registration required.

Interior designer Stephanie Sarris demonstrates how to turn any room into a nurturing and supportive environment.

Registration required.

TRAVEL PariScenes Tish Robinson of The Wonders of France will take you on a journey through Paris, presentingimages of the city’s glorious past and vibrant present. Experience the ageless allure of the most visited city in the world. Registration required.

HISTORY

Van Gogh's Sunflowers: A Drawing Workshop

WWII Radio Hour

6:30PM I TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Get “In the Mood” as Patty, Maxine & Andrew perform 1940s musical entertainment and comedy in stylish period dress. Registration required.

Watch a brief presentation of Vincent van Gogh’s life and art, then finish by drawing a small oil pastel study of one of his famous sunflower paintings.

Artist Christine Thornton will teach you techniques for using oil pastels, how to draw accurately from observation, and more. Registration required.

GENEALOGY

7PM | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

2PM | SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Jacqueline Kennedy: Aesthetics of Style

Butcher, Baker, Candlestick Maker: Assembling Your Ancestor's Business Biography

3PM | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

7PM | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Dr. Michelle Paluch-Mishur of Art Excursions examines Jacqueline Kennedy’s impact on culture in America during her tenure as first lady. This slide lecture shows the relationship between Jackie’s style and her interests in art and fashion.

Registration required.

Think about the percentage of your ancestors' lives that were spent working. Does your genealogical research do that percentage justice? Even more importantly, what if they owned and ran their own business?

One of the most overlooked genealogical research areas is business and employee records.

In this lively presentation, we'll review sources for these records and review ways to easily incorporate business information into your ancestors' biographies. Registration required.

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THE LIBRARY IS PROUD TO PARTNER WITH

THE LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS WINNETKA-NORTHFIELD-KENILWORTH

VOTER REGISTRATION 9:30AM-7PM | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Are you and your family members registered, with up-todate name and address, to vote in the upcoming elections?

The League of Women Voters (LWV) of WinnetkaNorthfield-Kenilworth will provide voter registrars for hard copy registration, and knowledgeable League members will walk you through the online registration process on our computer or tablet or yours.

Hard copy registration requires two pieces of identification, at least one of which shows a current address; this may be a utility bill or postmarked mail for the current address.

SPEAKER SERIES4 The Library is proud to partner with the League of Women Voters of Winnetka-NorthfieldKenilworth to present this fascinating series of speakers.

Books will be available for purchase and signing from the authors at each event.

Health Care Right or Commodity?

Fake News with Peter Slevin

7PM | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

7PM | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Craig Klugman, Ph.D., is a professor of Health Sciences at DePaul University, a bioethicist and medical anthropologist who works on end-of-life issues, public health ethics, ethics pedagogy and public engagement with bioethics. He teaches courses in bioethics, medical humanities, and death and dying, serves on the ethics committee at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, and is the blog editor for bioethics.net where he writes on bioethics and health policy. Dr. Klugman is also the producer of the award-winning film, Advance Directives, the Texaslivingwill. org website and A Cure for Dying. Registration required.

Peter Slevin has traveled the country and the globe, working as a national correspondent for The Washington Post for 10 years before joining Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism as an associate professor. He covered Washington politics for the Post, and was diplomatic correspondent on the war in Iraq as well as reporting on national campaigns and policy debates across the United States. Slevin was European Bureau Chief for the Miami Herald for seven years, and is a graduate of Princeton and Oxford Universities. In 2015, Professor Slevin wrote a wellreceived biography, Michelle Obama, A Life. Registration required.

The League of Women Voters neither supports nor opposes candidates or political parties but encourages all to seek election information and to VOTE!

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Voting Rights with Richard Sobel 7PM | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Dr. Sobel is a social scientist at the intersection of global issues and domestic politics.

Currently a Visiting Scholar at the Roberta Buffett endowed Global Studies Program at Northwestern University, Dr. Sobel has taught and researched at Princeton, Smith, the University of Connecticut, and Harvard. The author and editor of five books and numerous scholarly, law and policy publications, Dr. Sobel's work and comments on privacy, confidentiality, and public and foreign policies have appeared at CNN.com and in the Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune, Christian Science Monitor, Los Angeles Times, New York Times, Newsday, USA Today, and The Washington Post.

His eighth book, Citizenship as Foundation of Rights/Meaning for America, explores the nature and meaning of American citizenship and the rights flowing from citizenship in the context of current debates around politics, including immigration.

Registration required.

YOUTH

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Storytimes & crafts

REGISTERED STORYTIMES Toddler Time

DROP-IN CRAFTS Make and Create Crafts

DROP-IN NEW PARENTS CLUB

ALL DAY | FRIDAYS | ALL AGES WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER | WINNETKA LIBRARY

11AM | AGES 0-18 MONTHS WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER

4PM | WEDNESDAYS | ALL AGES NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Craft supplies will be available (while supplies last) to create your own project. Stop in and get crafty!

DROP-IN STORYTIMES All Ages Storytime 10:30AM | THURSDAYS SEPTEMBER 7–NOVEMBER 30* ALL AGES WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER WINNETKA LIBRARY 10:30AM | MONDAYS SEPTEMBER 11–NOVEMBER 27 ALL AGES WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Singing, dancing, stories and bubbles! *No storytime Thursday, November 23.

BYOB (Bring Your Own Baby) WEDNESDAYS | SEPTEMBER 13, OCTOBER 11 & NOVEMBER 8 WINNETKA LIBRARY FRIDAYS | SEPTEMBER 22, OCTOBER 27 & NOVEMBER 24 | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Hang out with new parents and chat about new books, great storytime songs and parenting tips. Bring your baby and meet new friends. Presented in partnership with the Winnetka Alliance for Early Childhood.

10:30AM | TUESDAYS SEPTEMBER 5–NOVEMBER 28 AGES 18-36 MONTHS WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Interactive stories, songs and rhymes. Registration required.

Bright Beginnings 10:30AM | FRIDAYS SEPTEMBER 1–NOVEMBER 24 AGES 0-18 MONTHS WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY 10:30AM | WEDNESDAYS SEPTEMBER 6–NOVEMBER 29 AGES 0-18 MONTHS WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Simple stories, rhymes, music and movement. Registration required.

PJ Storytime 6:30PM | THURSDAYS | AGES 2 & UP WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER WINNETKA LIBRARY

Come in your PJs and bring your teddy bear. We will read our favorite bedtime stories.

Registration required.

OCTOBER 26

A-Haunting We Will Go Halloween fun.

NOVEMBER 16

Family Reading Night Fairy tales with special guest readers

DECEMBER 7

Cocoa Night Hot cocoa and bedtime stories.

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live on stage at the library Pirate Magic Show 10AM | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 ALL AGES WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER WINNETKA LIBRARY

If you love Talk Like a Pirate Day, say “arrrgh!” Leave behind your buried treasure and enjoy a pirate-themed magic show at the library. Registration required.

Stone Soup

by Improv Playhouse

HOLIDAY FUN Halloween Spooktacular

2PM I SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 I ALL AGES NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

6PM | MONDAY, OCTOBER 23 FAMILIES | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Drop by in your costume and enjoy holiday games and treats.

Registration required.

A-Haunting We Will Go 6:30PM | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26 ALL AGES WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER WINNETKA LIBRARY

All ages are welcome for this special Halloween storytime.

Join the Youth Services staff for our annual "A-Haunting We Will Go" Halloween spectacular! Feel free to wear your Halloween costume—we will be wearing ours! Registration required.

DIY Halloween Makeup 2PM | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Are you ready for Halloween?

Join presenter Athena David for tips and tricks for achieving the perfect look for the big day.

Registration required.

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PAW Patrol Party

Improv Playhouse brings classic folk tales to life for children in this unique, interactive program. Registration required.

10AM | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 AGES 2+ WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER WINNETKA LIBRARY

PAW Patrol is on a roll! Learn about animal safety with a real live pup, and our friends from K-9 Reading Buddies of the North Shore. Celebrate the plucky pups of PAW Patrol with crafts and snacks. Registration required.

The Mystery Shop Presents: The Mystery of the Missing Moon 2PM | SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29 GRADES K-2 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Someone stole the moon, and it’s up to you to help get it back!

Junior detectives will have fun solving mysteries with age-appropriate puzzles in this interactive mystery show.

Registration required.

Smarty Pants Presents: The Mousetrap Machine Science Show 2PM | SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 GRADES K-5 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Learn about simple machines with balloon sculptures, then watch five machines combine to form a Rube Goldberg contraption that really catches a runaway mouse. Registration required.

Bugs, Beetles and Bookworms 2PM | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 FAMILIES | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

The Science Alliance offers this fun insect safari introducing children to entomology. Learn the parts of insects and how bugs' bodies are similar and different from humans. Meet live insects and discover the bee dance, the fascinating method bees use to communicate with each other about the location of nectar. Registration required.

Exotic Animal Visit with Bill Hoffman 2PM | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14 ALL AGES WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER WINNETKA LIBRARY

Meet furred and feathered wildlife while learning about the behavior and characteristics of animals like a tarantula, hissing cockroaches and a fennec fox. Registration required.

Creatures of the Night: Owls, Bats, Coyotes and Skunks 2PM | SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 FAMILIES | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Join Naturalist David Stokes and learn about those creatures that are active when others are sleeping. Songs, stories, movement and riddles actively engage students in learning.

Registration required.

YOUTH

Family Science

BUILD WITH LEGO

Minecraft Night

6:30PM | WEDNESDAYS | FAMILIES NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Lego Mania Club

Registration required.

6PM | MONDAYS | SEPTEMBER 18, OCTOBER 16, NOVEMBER 20 | AGES 4 & UP | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

4PM | TUESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 19, OCTOBER 24 & NOVEMBER 21 AGES 8+ | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

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How to Walk on Eggs Find out how it’s possible to walk on raw eggs without breaking them.

A club for brick builders. We create cool stuff. Registration required.

OCTOBER 25

5:30PM | THURSDAYS, OCTOBER 12 & NOVEMBER 9 | GRADES JK+ WINNETKA LIBRARY

3D shapes Use gum drops and toothpicks to create shapes like a pyramid or tetrahedron.

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STEM LEARNING

Rescue Han Solo!

Han Solo and other figurines are trapped in ice. Use science to free them from captivity.

NOVEMBER 15

Foil Boats Using the principles of buoyancy, we will use foil to construct small boats. Whose boat will be able to carry the most weight without sinking?

Registration required.

OCTOBER 12

Spinner Challenge

NOVEMBER 9

Balloon Races

Drop by after school to build with Legos or play board games with friends.

Newspaper Chairs We will construct chairs using nothing but newspaper and masking tape. Will you be able to sit in a chair without collapsing? Registration required.

Ultimate Paper Airplanes Have you ever folded a paper airplane? Learn our tips to help make your airplane faster and more aerodynamic.

Registration required.

A club for junior brick builders.

We create cool stuff.

Registration required.

3-5PM | THURSDAYS | GRADES 2 & UP NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

4PM | WEDNESDAYS | AGES 8-12 WINNETKA LIBRARY SEPTEMBER 20

OCTOBER 18

Lego Mania Club Juniors

Lego & Games

Build Guild

Learn, build, and explore with friends on our MinecraftEDU server. Snacks included.

Registration required.

Hang Out: Perler Bead Party 4PM | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Stop in and design your own pixel art with Perler beads.

Registration required.

Learn & Play Chess 6:30PM | THURSDAYS | SEPTEMBER 7, OCTOBER 5 & NOVEMBER 2 | AGES 7 & UP | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY 6:30PM | THURSDAYS | SEPTEMBER 21 & OCTOBER 19 | AGES 7 & UP WINNETKA LIBRARY

Build critical thinking, logic and memory skills with chess.

Expert chess player Ivan Figueredo provides a lesson and supervises play. Registration required.

Lights, Camera, Action.

2PM | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 FAMILIES | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Explore light and sound, wavelength and frequency, prisms and ROYGBIV, the colors that make up the visible spectrum with The Science Alliance.

Children will observe Newton's Laws of Motion by watching a volunteer ride a jet-powered tricycle while others ride a real Hovercraft. Registration required.

JUST FOR FUN My First Yoga 11AM | TUESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 12, OCTOBER 3, & NOVEMBER 7 AGES 3-5 WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER WINNETKA LIBRARY

Join staff from Banner Day Camp as they present a special yoga class for preschool-aged children. Children will learn basic poses in a fun, easy-tofollow class. No yoga experience necessary. Parents or caregivers are invited to observe or participate. Registration required.

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Miniature Golf Candy Course 6:30PM | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 AGES 8+ | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Celebrate Miniature Golf Day! Work in teams to make a mini-golf course using cookies, candy, tinted frosting and your creativity. Registration required.

DIY Spa Day 4PM | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 GRADES 2+ | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Need to de-stress? Make your own bath bomb, a no-sew sleep mask, and more pampering treats. Registration required.

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BOOK DISCUSSIONS FOR ADULTS & TEENS YOUTH

GET CREATIVE

Advertising: Do You Buy It?

Make a Bookmark with the Winnetka Weeders

4PM | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Have you ever wanted to become a smarter shopper?

Learn the “tools of the trade” used by marketers to try to convince you to buy the newest snacks and toys. Registration required.

Henna Hand Painting 2PM | SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 AGES 6+ | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Learn about henna hand designs from India and other kinds of traditional body painting from around the world. Then practice sketching popular henna motifs and paint them on your own hands with washable water color pencils.

A fun multicultural program.

Registration required.

3:30PM | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 GRADES K-3 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Use natural materials you’ve found outside to create a one of a kind bookmark with the Winnetka Weeders.

Registration required.

HEALTHY MINDS SERIES 6:30PM | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5 OR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6 | GRADES 6+ WITH PARENT | WINNETKA LIBRARY

In partnership with the Counseling Center of the North Shore, we invite you to join us as a family for a discussion about suicide centered around popular teen series Thirteen Reasons Why. Registration required; choose one session only.

GET INVOLVED

Whether you fancy board, card or tabletop gaming, stop by and play a few rounds with a friend. A selection of games will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Registration required.

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Illuminate your words and drawings with these beautiful lanterns. Choose a favorite poem or saying or write one of your own. Add some illustrations and then use the words and images to decorate your lantern. Registration required.

Mess Around: Slime Time

4PM | THURSDAYS | GRADES 4+ SEPTEMBER 7 | WINNETKA LIBRARY OCTOBER 12 | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY NOVEMBER 9 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Who says you can’t make sushi out of sugar? Come make (and eat) sushi rolls made of jelly beans, marshmallows and more. Registration required.

Comics and Cartooning Workshop 10AM | SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 AGES 8+ | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Learn the basics of writing and drawing your own comic books, and create your own.

Registration required.

4PM | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10 AGES 7-12 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

OCTOBER 3 | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Kids Who Care Volunteer Club

4PM | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25 AGES 8+ | WINNETKA LIBRARY

How to Draw Pokemon with Christine Thornton

4PM | TUESDAYS | AGES 12+ SEPTEMBER 5 & NOVEMBER 7 WINNETKA LIBRARY

Join the Youth Library Council to share ideas about future library events, books and movies, and ways to make the Library even more fun. Enjoy games, snacks and making new friends.

Contact Amanda Garrity at agarrity@winnetkalibrary.org for more information.

4PM | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

6PM | MONDAY, OCTOBER 2 AGES 5+ | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Draw together with a step-bystep process, then draw your favorite Pokemon with help from artist Christine Thornton.

Registration required.

Youth Library Council

Geek Out: Gaming Edition

Story Lanterns

Make Your Own Candy Sushi

4PM | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Let’s get messy! Try different concoctions of slime and take your creation home.

Registration required.

Let’s Draw Animals with Christine Thornton 4PM | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30 AGES 5-7 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

2017 marks the 50th anniversary of Eric Carle's classic book Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Learn how to draw some of your favorite animals in the style of Eric Carle using oil pastels. Registration required.

Looking to make a difference inside and outside the Library walls? Each month we’ll dedicate ourselves to a different project to better our communities.

Registration required.

THANK YOU TO THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FOR HELPING TO SPONSOR OUR PROGRAMS

PROGRAMS FORADULTS ADULTS& &TEENS THE STUDIO - CLASSES FOR TEENS

KNITTING Knitting Circle & Class 11AM | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 19; OCTOBER 3, 17; NOVEMBER 7, 21 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

STUDIO ORIENTATION 6:30PM | MONDAY, OCTOBER 2 ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

New to The Studio? Learn about everything we have to offer with this introduction to our equipment, policies, pricing and classes. Please note that this is a tour and Q&A, and will not involve use of the equipment.

Registration required.

Do you like to knit or crochet?

Meet fellow yarn enthusiasts every first and third Tuesday of the month. Don’t know how to knit? We’ll teach you the beginning steps and provide you with a starter kit of yarn and needles for your first project.

3D PRINTING Mini Candy Bowls 6:30PM | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Learn how to find a design and print your very own decorative bowl on the Library’s new Prusa 3D printer. Registration required.

STUDIO ANNIVERSARY SHOWCASE

Chopstick Accessories

1-5PM | SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15 ALL AGES/FAMILIES | THE STUDIO

Learn how to find a design and print chopstick accessories on the Library’s new Prusa 3D printer. Registration required.

Join us for the three-year anniversary of The Studio! We have witnessed the creative spirit of the community in full force these past three years, each project just one piece in a larger mosaic of STEAM learning. This year we are celebrating The Studio philosophy with do-it-yourself mini mosaics that all ages will enjoy, demonstrations of equipment and, of course, refreshments! The Studio features the latest technology and equipment, such as a 3D printer, laser cutter, embroidery machine, sewing machines, and EggBots as well as classic art mediums like paint and canvas that encourage the use of creative, critical thinking and technical skills. Stop in for this fun event that everyone in your family will enjoy!

6:30PM | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12 ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Coasters 2PM | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13 ADULTS | THE STUDIO

Learn how to find a design and print your very own coasters on the Library’s new Prusa 3D printer. Registration required.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR STUDIO CLASSES Registration begins one month prior to class start date Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District cardholders have priority registration until seven days before the class starts.

Registration then opens to all other area library cardholders. You must have a library card to register.

SUPPLIES

All supplies are provided for classes unless noted.

A WAIVER IS REQUIRED

Studio class participants and equipment users must sign the usage liability waiver. Anyone under age 18 must have the minor child liability waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Both documents are available on our website (winnetkalibrary.org/waiver) or at the service desks.

Signed waivers can be emailed to studio@winnetkalibrary.org, faxed to (847) 446-5085, or brought to the Library.

Ornaments 6:30PM | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30 ADULTS & TEENS | STUDIO

Learn about 3D printing basics and make an ornament for the holiday season. Registration required.

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THE STUDIO - CLASSES FOR ADULTS TEENS BOOK DISCUSSIONS FOR ADULTS && TEENS

classes for adults & teens Sandalwood Fans 10AM | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Learn how to use the laser cutter and create a custom fan out of sandalwood. Registration required.

Phone Stands 6:30PM | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5 ADULTS & TEENS | STUDIO

Design and laser cut a simple two-piece phone stand out of wood. Registration required.

Custom Wind Chimes 6:30PM | MONDAY, OCTOBER 9 ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Learn how to use the laser cutter and create a cool wind chime. Registration required.

EGGBOT Decorate an Egg with EggBot 10AM | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Create a custom decorated egg with a computer and our EggBot machine. Registration required.

EMBROIDERY

Pot Holders

Make Halloween Decorations with EggBot

Beanie Hats

2PM | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6 ADULTS | THE STUDIO

6:30PM | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19 ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

6:30PM | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Use the Library's embroidery machine to monogram a beanie hat. Registration required.

Bandanas 6:30PM | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26 ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Use the Library's embroidery machine to monogram a custom bandana. Registration required.

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Use the Library's embroidery machine to monogram a custom cloth pot holder.

Registration required.

LASER ENGRAVING

Learn how the EggBot works and make a cute, custom decoration in preparation for Halloween. Registration required.

Custom Ink Stamps

Decorate an Ornament with EggBot

2PM | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 ADULTS | THE STUDIO

4PM | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Learn how to use the laser cutter and create a customized, functional ink stamp.

Registration required.

Create a custom holiday ornament with a computer and our EggBot machine.

Registration required.

REGISTER ONLINE AT WINNETKALIBRARY.ORG

DIY DISCOVERY

Jewelry Workshop 3PM | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 ADULTS | THE STUDIO

Create a unique piece of jewelry using a variety of beads and other jewelry supplies.

Registration required.

Create Ink Stained Coasters 3PM | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10 ADULTS | THE STUDIO

Create ink/alcohol stained ceramic tile coasters.

Registration required.

Basic Life Skills - Sewing 10AM | SATURDAYS, OCTOBER 21 & NOVEMBER 18 | ALL AGES | THE STUDIO

Learn sewing basics using the Library’s Magnolia sewing machines.

Embossed Cards 3PM | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 ADULTS | THE STUDIO

Create your own custom embossed card.

Holiday Decorations with Mini Jars 3PM | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 ADULTS | THE STUDIO

Go green with an upcycled holiday project. A fun and simple DIY craft for a festive mood. Registration required.

THE STUDIO - CLASSES FOR YOUTH

A SPACE FOR CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION, DEDICATED TO PROMOTING THE ARTS, IN MEMORY OF CONSTANCE E. STAFFILENO

PROGRAMMING AND TINKERING

Makey Makey

LASER CUTTING

Scratch Junior: Coding

4PM |THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2 GRADES 4+ | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Best Friend Necklaces

A Makey Makey kit uses alligator clips to connect nearly anything to a computer. Join us as we use this versatile tool to build a keyboard out of bananas. Registration required.

4PM | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 AGES 5-7 WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER WINNETKA LIBRARY

In this class tailored for younger children, we will learn coding with Scratch Junior, a fun and simple program that teaches the basics. Registration required.

Scratch Coding: Spooky Edition 4PM | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Halloween is coming, so it’s time for some creepy computer coding. Learn to make characters disappear and reappear, ghosts fly and pumpkins glow.

Registration required.

3D PRINTING Fidget Spinners 4PM | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Build your own fidget spinner in Tinkercad 3D modeling software. Registration required.

Harry Potter Wands

Show your bestie some love!

Bring a friend or come solo to make two “best friends” necklaces that form a heart when you put them together.

Registration required.

Custom Ink Stamps 4PM | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Use the laser cutter to engrave and cut a custom ink stamp with your name or personal motto. Registration required.

Capes 4PM | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Channel your inner superhero and embroider a logo on a cape.

Wonder Woman, Batman, Green Lantern—we’ve got ‘em all. We’ll provide the capes.

Registration required.

Embroider a Mask 4PM | MONDAY, OCTOBER 16 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Get ready for Halloween with a personalized, embroidered mask. Registration required.

4PM | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Hour of Code

Accio wand! Learn how to use Thingiverse to find and download your favorite Harry Potter wand. Registration required.

6:30PM | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3 GRADES 4+ | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Cookie Cutters

Learn about coding in an online tutorial with experts like Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg.

Registration required.

4PM | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

EMBROIDERY & SEWING

4PM | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Learn how to find, download, and print the perfect cookie cutter on Thingiverse for all your holiday baking needs.

Registration required.

Mason Jar Terrariums 4PM | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20 AGES 9-13 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Laser engrave a Mason jar, then build a terrarium inside to house a succulent that will stay green through the winter.

Registration required.

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TECHNOLOGY CLASSES FOR ADULTS Your Smart Home 7PM | MONDAY, OCTOBER 2 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

The future is now. Apple, Google and others have released products to help make your home smarter. Learn what’s available and what’s around the bend. Registration required.

Wednesday App-ternoons 2-4PM | WEDNESDAYS | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Download eBooks to your iPad or Kindle. Learn a foreign language on your tablet. Listen to audiobooks or renew library books on your phone. Bring in your device and we’ll help you use the library’s free resources.

BEGINNER TO ADVANCED MICROSOFT OFFICE CLASSES EXCEL

Working with Tables

Formulas & Functions

2PM | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

2PM | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Tired of looking for your calculator? Learn how Excel can help by automatically calculating totals, percentages, averages and ranges, and how you can manipulate these calculations, in this session.

Registration required.

This session for more experienced Excel users covers creating tables and pivot tables, sorting and filtering data, working with large spreadsheets, and more.

Registration required.

Advanced Topics 2PM | SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Come and learn how some of Excel’s more advanced features —like conditional formatting, absolute references, PMT and VLOOKUP functions—make working with large spreadsheets and data sets even easier.

Registration required.

POWERPOINT

WORD

Special Effects

Tables, Images and Graphics

6:30PM | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Learn how to insert objects such as text boxes, shapes, charts and more, then discover how to apply animations and slide transitions to spruce up even the most basic presentations in this class. Registration required.

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2PM | SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Tables, borders, backgrounds and WordArt allow users to create custom designs that make their documents pop.

Learn how to use these tools to spruce up your own creations in this class. Registration required.

TECHNOLOGY CLASSES PRESENTED BY SASI* Technology Drop-in 3-4:15PM | WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 6, 13, 20 & 27; OCTOBER 4, 11, 18 & 25 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Bring your computer, smartphone, or tablet and get some one-on-one help with a technology instructor. No registration needed.

iPhone Ride-Sharing & Transportation Apps 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Learn how to travel safely, conveniently, and inexpensively using your smartphone or tablet. We will look at how to use popular ride-sharing and public transportation apps like Uber, Lyft, Metra, Pace and traditional taxis. Registration required.

Using the Camera on Your iPhone or iPad

Photo Editing with Your iPhone or iPad

Using Word on Your iPhone or iPad

1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

PART 1 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

PART 1 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

This workshop will cover the basic operation of the camera and how to fix the photos you take. We will cover how to transfer the pictures from your iPhone or iPad to your desktop or laptop computer, as well as how to email the pictures. We will also look at the editing tools built into your device and explore some of the better apps that “fix up” the pictures you take. Registration required.

How to Organize Photos on Your iPhone or iPad 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Learn how to organize photos on your iPhone or iPad so that you will find what you are looking for, without having to go through hundreds (or thousands) of photos every time.

Registration required.

PART 2 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Learn how to take detailed photos with the camera on your iPhone or iPad, and use the powerful editing tools built directly into your device. This class will also review third party apps that offer editing features not included in your iPhone or iPad's default apps.

This is a two-session class, please sign up for part 1 and part 2. Registration required.

iOS 11 Update - The Latest and Greatest on Your iPhone or iPad 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

This class is designed for people who have never used Microsoft Word on an iPhone or iPad. At the end of the class, you will be able to create, format and print a professional document.

Registration required.

PART 2 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

This class is designed for people who have some familiarity with Microsoft Word on an iPhone or iPad, or who have taken the previous week’s class. Learn some of the more advanced features to really make your document sparkle. Registration required.

This class will look at the interface changes and new features introduced in the latest update for iPhones and iPads, and how to best take advantage of them.

Registration required.

*Presented in partnership with Services for Adults Staying in Their Homes (SASI), a nonprofit organization providing affordable licensed home care and, through their Senior Connections program, friendly volunteer visits to older adults on the North Shore.

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Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District www.winnetkalibrary.org

Winnetka Library

POSTAL PATRON

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Northfield Branch Library

Library Trustees

1785 Orchard Lane Northfield, Illinois 60093 (847) 446-5990

Brian Johnson, President | Kathleen Reichert, Vice President | Jean-Paul Ruiz-Funes, Treasurer | Suzie Shoup, Secretary | Raheela Gill Anwar | Keta McCarthy | Lois Neustadt

Library Management Rebecca Wolf Library Director Kristin Carlson Northfield Branch Manager Sheila Cody Head of Youth Services Emily Compton-Dzak Head of Adult Services Donna Morales Head of Circulation Services Mark Swenson Head of Information Technology Naomi Wolfson Head of Access Services

Friends of the Library P.O. Box 8146 Northfield, IL 60093

Library Closings August 24............ Late open 10am* September 21...... Late open 10am* September 3 & 4............ Labor Day November 22 (close at 5pm) & November 23...... Thanksgiving Day *Staff training

Library Hours Monday-Thursday......... 9am - 9pm Friday-Saturday............ 9am - 5pm Sunday......................... 1pm - 5pm The Source is published in March, June, September & December.

The Library reserves the right to take photographs and video program participants. Photos and videos are for Library use and may be used in Library publicity materials. Patrons who do not wish to be part of photographs or videos should notify Library staff. Any individual who plans to attend any program at the Library and requires a special accommodation may phone the Winnetka Library at (847) 446-7220 or the Northfield Branch Library at (847) 446-5990.

Winnetka Library Renovation Project Construction ahead!

The Library Board has voted to move forward with a proposed renovation of the Winnetka Library lobby and several other improvements on the main floor.

Improvements to be made include: • abatement of asbestos in the Library and lobby • new ceilings and lighting in the Library and lobby • new circulation desk • adding a self-checkout kiosk option in the lobby and Youth Services areas • adding one or more small group/study rooms within the existing library space • a refresh of the quiet room to make it a more comfortable quiet reading and workspace • new carpeting in the lobby and adult services room Visit our website, winnetkalibrary.org, to see the proposed early concept plans and drawings.