The Source | Spring 2022

SPRING March – May 2022

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BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN Learn more about this reading program for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

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10 WAYS TO CONNECT WITH YOUR LIBRARY Page 2

EXPLORE CHICAGO’S 1893 WORLD’S FAIR Page 5

ADULT BOOK CLUBS . . . . 3 ADULT . . . . . . . . . . . 4 YOUTH . . . . . . . . . . . 8 THE STUDIO . . . . . . . .10 TECHNOLOGY . . . . . . .11 National Library Week | April 3 – 9, 2022

How to Register for an Event ONLINE RESERVATION Log onto www.wnpld.org and under "events" you will find the events calendar. Locate the program of interest and register.

PHONE/EMAIL REGISTRATION You may call (847) 446-7220 or email eref@wnpld.org.

CANCELLATION If your plans change after registering, please let us know 24 hours in advance so we can invite another guest to take your spot.

Do You Have a Library Card?

HOW TO GET ONE Residents, property owners, and renters in the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District are eligible for Library cards. Simply stop in the Library with a valid governmentissued ID and proof of address to register! Cards are good for three years and will be auto-renewed for those still residing in the District. Learn more at: wnpld.org/ library-card.

Did you know that your library card offers so much more than just books? Here are 10 ways you can connect with us today!

10 Ways to Use Your Library Besides Borrowing Books 1. Read Magazines and Newspapers Stop by to browse our physical collection, or read thousands of the world's top publications on your computer or iPad—including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and more.

2. Listen to an Audiobook Enrich your commute, chores, workout, or road trip with a great audiobook.

3. Attend a Program We offer a variety of classes, lectures, and discussion groups on a range of topics, including history, cooking, travel, and more.

4. Take Home a STEAM Kit Explore our STEAM Kits, which are designed for children, and allow hands-on play and experimentation in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and math from the comfort of your own home.

5. Watch a Movie Browse our collection of Blu-rays and DVDs, or stream movies and TV shows to your mobile device, Apple TV, or Roku.

6. Learn a New Skill or Make a Craft Explore your creative side in The Studio. Join your neighbors in a class, or bring your own ideas and let us help you make something wonderful.

7. Join Us for a Storytime Join us with your child for one of our many energetic and interactive storytimes.

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.

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8. Improve Your Technology Skills Lean how to better use your computer or personal device through our weekly technology classes.

9. Learn Another Language Learn one of over 60 languages with a computer, tablet, or smartphone. A fun, easy, and effective method of language learning.

10. Play a Video Game Check out our new adult and youth video game collections.

Did you know?

Tuesday, April 5 is National Library Workers Day. Stop in and share your words of gratitude for our beloved WNPLD staff.

ADULT BOOK CLUBS

BOOK CLUBS THE NEXT CHAPTER: FICTION BOOK CLUB

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: COOKBOOK BOOK CLUB

THURSDAYS, 2PM • ADULTS • REGISTER • LED BY BETSY GRIEBENOW & AMELIA KMIEC

MONDAYS, 7PM • ADULTS • REGISTER • LED BY STEPHANIE GIRARDI

Come join us as we explore all that popular fiction has to offer.

We'll bring books to life through colorful conversation.

MARCH 17 • VIRTUAL We Are the Brennans, by Tracey Lange APRIL 21 • VIRTUAL Olga Dies Dreaming: A Novel, by Xochitl Gonzalez MAY 19 • VIRTUAL The School for Good Mothers, by Jessamine Chan

CLUE: A MYSTERY BOOK CLUB

Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Check out one of the spotlighted cookbooks, try some recipes and bring a dish to share. The books are available for checkout at the Library and through Hoopla, when available.

MARCH 14 • NORTHFIELD LIBRARY Great Grains Mother Grains: Recipes for the Grain Revolution, by Roxana Jullapat Grain Power: Over 100 Delicious Gluten-free Ancient Grain & Superblend Recipes, by Patricia Green

Join a lively discussion about all types of mystery books, ranging from true crime, dark thrillers, police procedurals and historical mysteries.

APRIL 11 • WINNETKA LIBRARY Our Great Melting Pot The Immigrant Cookbook: Recipes that Make America Great, by Leyla Moushabeck and Ricky Ricarius

MARCH 8 • VIRTUAL The Beekeeper's Apprentice, by Laurie R. King

The Kitchen Without Borders: Recipes and Stories from Refugee and Immigrant Chefs, by The Eat Offbeat Chefs

APRIL 12 • VIRTUAL The Last Detective, by Peter Lovesey

MAY 9 • WINNETKA LIBRARY Winging it No Recipe? No Problem!: How to Pull Together Tasty Meals Without a Recipe, by Phyllis Good

TUESDAYS, 7:30PM • ADULTS • REGISTER • LED BY MELISSA MORGAN

MAY 10 • VIRTUAL The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, by Agatha Christie

The New York Times Cooking No-Recipe Recipes, by Sam Sifton

Spring Film Series: Character Studies 4TH FRIDAY OF THE MONTH • ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Register to receive a pre-recorded introduction and critique by our resident film expert, Scott Siegel, along with a link to watch the film at home through our Hoopla or Kanopy streaming services.

March 25 Morvern Callar Samantha Morton is mesmerizing as she portrays a woman dealing with grief in a very singular way.

April 22 The Conformist This film put director Bernardo Bertolucci on the map with his portrait of a man who will do anything to get ahead in Fascist Italy.

May 27 Croupier See Clive Owen in his breakout role as an aspiring writer who is hired as a croupier at a casino, where he realizes that his new job would make a great novel.

TRUE STORY: NONFICTION BOOK CLUB WEDNESDAYS, 7PM • ADULTS • REGISTER • LED BY MOLLY SCHOENHERR

Explore critically acclaimed nonfiction books with us. Find out for yourself that sometimes fact truly is stranger than fiction. The books are available for checkout at the Library and through our ebook and eaudiobook platforms.

MARCH 9 • VIRTUAL The Woman They Could Not Silence: One Woman, Her Incredible Fight for Freedom, and the Men Who Tried to Make Her Disappear, by Kate Moore APRIL 13 • VIRTUAL Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law, by Mary Roach MAY 11 • VIRTUAL The Anthropocene Reviewed, by John Green

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ADULT PROGRAMS ART & CULTURE Aztec Dance - XochitlQuentzal - Mexico's Ancient Culture and Living Tradition SATURDAY, MAY 14, 1PM • ALL AGES • WINNETKA LIBRARY REGISTER

Experience a journey into Mexico’s ancient Aztec culture of music, song and dance with Henry Cervantes' amazing demonstration of 500 years of Aztec dance tradition.

Featured on WBEZ Chicago and ABC 7 Chicago, this program is hosted in partnership with the Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau.

A Night at the Oscars: Best Picture Spotlight TUESDAY, MARCH 22, 7PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Get ready for the red carpet and delve into the history of the Best Picture category.

Film historian Dr. Annette Bochenek speaks about the evolution of the category, memorable contenders, and this year’s nominees.

William and Jane Morris and the Arts and Crafts Movement TUESDAY, APRIL 26, 7PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Art historian Jeff Mishur returns with this beautifully illustrated lecture about the lasting legacy and influence of British home furnishings company Morris & Co. Artist and designer William Morris founded the company in 1861 and it quickly became highly regarded for its handmade wallpapers, textiles, and furniture. Mishur will discuss how Morris and his collaborators were on a mission to bring beauty to consumers through thoughtful design and anti-industrial production techniques which became known as the Arts and Crafts Movement.

DRAMATIC PERFORMANCES Georgia O’Keeffe: A Dramatic Portrayal by Leslie Goddard WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 7PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

In this living-history

GREAT DECISIONS DISCUSSION SERIES MONDAYS, FEBRUARY 28–APRIL 4, 12:30PM ADULTS • WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

Broaden your perspective on important international issues, from climate change to artificial intelligence, by participating in all or any of the weekly Great Decisions discussions. The Great Decisions series is sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Winnetka-Northfield-Kenilworth.

A briefing book published by the nonpartisan Foreign Policy Association provides a short informative article on each topic followed by suggested discussion questions. It will be available for loan at the Winnetka or Northfield Library, or for purchase from the LWV-WNK Great Decisions chair, Joan Fragen — joanfragen@gmail.com or 847-446-0184; call for more information.

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performance, Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., portrays Georgia O’Keeffe, reflecting on her life and intense closeness to nature and the landscape in New Mexico. What emerges is a complex person whose mythmaking encompassed both art and life.

Teddy Roosevelt: A Dramatic Portrayal by Terry Lynch TUESDAY, MAY 3, 7PM • ADULTS VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Actor Terry Lynch portrays Theodore Roosevelt after his second term as president and reflects on his triumphs and failures at the White House.

HEALTH & WELLNESS Chair Yoga FRIDAYS, MARCH 4 & 18, APRIL 1 & 15, MAY 6 & 20, 10AM • ADULTS VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Join certified yoga instructor Isabel Raci for gentle chair yoga and guided meditation.

Alzheimer's: A 2-Part Program MONDAY, MARCH 28 & TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 7PM • ADULTS VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Join this two-part series on Alzheimer’s by an expert from the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center.

March 28 Dementia 101 An introduction to mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s disease, and other dementias. Learn about risk factors, common symptoms, and resources for help.

March 29 Resiliency and Coping Strategies for Caregivers Caregiver stress can impact health and lead to depression and anxiety. Learn to build resiliency and preserve emotional and physical health while navigating the uncertainty of caregiving.

Introduction to Aromatherapy TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 7PM ADULTS & TEENS • NORTHFIELD LIBRARY • REGISTER

Learn what essential oils are and are not, plus the history, production, and safety of oils.

Learn to balance aromas to create a blend you will love.

Each attendee will leave with a free roller made in class. Taught

by Brittany Hogan, co-founder of Nefertem & Kamadu.

Nontoxic Cleaning and Recycling THURSDAY, APRIL 21, 7PM ADULTS • WINNETKA LIBRARY REGISTER

Kate Carney, community outreach coordinator for the Cook County Department of Environment & Sustainability, discusses the basics of household hazardous waste, proper recycling, and how to make cleaning products. Materials to make nontoxic cleaning products will be provided.

Crystal and Stone Healing SUNDAY, MAY 22, 2PM • ADULTS & TEENS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Velya and Ehris of the Grounded Goodwife will lead you through the basics of crystals and stones, including cleansing, charging, healing properties, and more. Let this duo rock your world!

HISTORY Women in History with Martina Mathisen MONDAY, MARCH 7, 7PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Celebrate Women’s History Month with Martina Mathisen who will provide a look at dynamic women, including Annie Oakley, Florence Nightingale and Marie Curie.

These women did important things, secret things, and even dangerous things. See living history for yourself in this program.

ADULT PROGRAMS Pre-Civil War Quilts: Secret Codes to Freedom on the Underground Railroad TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 7PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Connie Martin's presentation includes storytelling and display of hand-crafted quilt replicas, representing patterns and stitching signifying escape routes on the Underground Railroad. She will tell family stories of quilt codes kept and used by her own ancestors and will share the code's meanings. Based upon her mother’s book, Lizzie’s Story: A Slave Family’s Journey to Freedom, by Dr. Clarice Boswell.

FOOD & DRINK Mixology March Madness THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 7PM ADULTS 21+ • VIRTUAL REGISTER

Cheryl Heisler of Mixed metaPours will score delicious drinks with virtual Mixology Madness. The ingredient list will be emailed a week before the event. Adults 21+.

Instantly Amazing MONDAY, APRIL 4, 7PM • ADULTS NORTHFIELD LIBRARY • REGISTER

Emily Paster, author of the Instantly Mediterranean cookbook, will demonstrate the basics of the Instant Pot and provide delicious recipes for your dinnertime repertoire.

BUSINESS & FINANCIAL Financial Planning Appointments TUESDAYS, MARCH 8, APRIL 12, MAY 10, 10AM & 11AM • ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

Do you have questions about investing, budgeting, or safeguarding your finances?

Schedule a free, one-hour consultation with a Certified Financial Planner®.

A World of Innovation: Building the 1893 World’s Fair WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2, 7PM • ADULTS • VIRTUAL REGISTER

The World’s Fair was open for six months and 26 million people from around the world visited during that time. Chicago converted marshland into a city-within-a-city, featuring inventions like the Ferris wheel, that boggled the mind. Chicago Architecture Center docent Kevin Griebenow illustrates how remarkable the Fair was, and why the Windy City has always been second to none.

urban America at the turn of the 20th century and connects its “conspicuous disposal” habits to today’s consumer culture.

The Fire at the Fair THURSDAY, APRIL 14, 7PM • ADULTS • NORTHFIELD LIBRARY • REGISTER

On July 10, 1893, the World’s Columbian Exposition was rocked by a devastating fire at the Cold Storage Building. Learn about the tragedy, heroism, and the surprising discovery at the memorial at Chicago’s Oakwoods Cemetery from Chicago History Cop Raymond Johnson.

A Tale of Two Chicagos: The White City & The Murder Castle of Englewood

From Fair to Field: The Field Museum’s Roots in the Columbian Exposition

THURSDAY, MARCH 17, 7PM • ADULTS • VIRTUAL REGISTER

THURSDAY, APRIL 28, 7PM • ADULTS • NORTHFIELD LIBRARY • REGISTER

You read the book The Devil in the White City.

Now watch Clarence Goodman’s historical presentation about Chicago’s first World’s Fair and America's first serial killer. Learn how H.H. Holmes committed a series of murders in his Englewood castle against the backdrop of the Columbian Exposition of 1893.

The Field Columbian Museum (known currently as The Field Museum) opened in June 1894, with approximately 50,000 objects from the 1893 Exposition. Mark Alvey, an expert with the Field Museum, shows slides from their archives and discusses the history of these artifacts.

The Archaeology of Garbage and Consumerism During Chicago’s 1893 World’s Fair

A Century of Progress: Chicago World’s Fair 1933-34

THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 7PM • ADULTS • WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

Rebecca Graff, author and archaeologist, presents research from archaeological sites associated with the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. She explores the changing world of

SUNDAY, MAY 15, 2PM • ADULTS • NORTHFIELD LIBRARY • REGISTER

This World’s Fair brought forth the “Rainbow City” on the south side, which was filled with color and scientific progress. Historian, musician, and singer John Boda brings it to life with pictures, stories, songs, and more.

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FUN & GAMES Bridge for Beginners SATURDAYS, MARCH 19, APRIL 16 & MAY 21, 1PM • ADULTS NORTHFIELD LIBRARY REGISTER

Learn to play or improve your duplicative bridge game with expert player Ivan Figueredo. He will provide a lesson and supervise games.

Bridge for Non-Beginners SATURDAYS, MARCH 26 & APRIL 23, 1PM • ADULTS NORTHFIELD LIBRARY REGISTER

Learn to play or improve your duplicative bridge game with expert player Ivan Figueredo. He will provide a lesson and supervise games.

Bridge for Fun SATURDAYS, MARCH 5 & 12, APRIL 2, 9 & 30, MAY 7, 14 & 28, 1PM • ADULTS • NORTHFIELD LIBRARY • REGISTER

Meet up with friends and neighbors to play for fun.

Games for Grownups FRIDAYS, MARCH 11, APRIL 8 & MAY 13, 5-10PM • ADULTS NORTHFIELD LIBRARY REGISTER

Join your neighbors for game night at the Library.

Play board games, card games, cribbage and more.

Family Trivia Night WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 7PM ALL AGES • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Grab your friends and family or participate individually and test your knowledge of movies, pop culture, science, and more! Winners of each round will receive a prize.

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Small Business Mentoring with SCORE WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 16, APRIL 20, MAY 18, 7PM & 8PM • ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

SCORE North Cook & Lake counties provides mentoring to local small-business owners and entrepreneurs.

Retired volunteer executives offer help developing business and growth plans. Contact SCORE volunteer Rick Rubenstein, rick.rubenstein@ scorevolunteer.org, to register for a one-hour appointment.

Understanding Risk to Build Wealth TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 7PM • ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

Concerned about volatile prices of stocks and bonds and whether you can attain your financial goals? Ed Gjertsen II, CFP®, discusses the fundamentals of investment risk and provides strategies to help reach your financial goals.

community. Aspiring writers can learn to leverage a writing group into published bylines, critique groups, book promotion, and professional networking.

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Come craft with us! Make a little (or a lot) and enjoy the company of like-minded individuals.

An Evening with Madeline Miller THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 7PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Join us for an evening with Madeline Miller, one of the leaders in Greek retellings and New York Times bestselling author, to discuss her works Song of Achilles and Circe. Her novels have been translated into over 25 languages, and her essays have appeared in the Guardian, Wall Street Journal, Lapham's Quarterly and on npr. org. This program is presented in collaboration with multiple Illinois libraries.

MUSIC The Beatles, Chicago and the 1960s TUESDAY, MAY 24, 7PM • ADULTS VIRTUAL • REGISTER

John F. Lyons, author of Joy and Fear: The Beatles, Chicago and the 1960s, examines the impact of the Beatles on the Chicago area.

His entertaining presentation brings to life stories of their visits to Chicago and discusses the diverse cast of characters engulfed by Beatlemania.

POETRY & WRITING Why You Need a Writing Workshop WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27, 7PM ADULTS • WINNETKA LIBRARY REGISTER

Four contributors to the Off Campus Writers' Workshop Anthology, Turning Points, discuss the benefits associated with a supportive writing

Craftaway SUNDAYS, MARCH 27 & APRIL 24, 2PM • ADULTS & TEENS NORTHFIELD LIBRARY • REGISTER

UFOs (Unfinished Objects) SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2PM ADULTS • NORTHFIELD LIBRARY REGISTER

Half-knitted scarf or unfinished scrapbook? Bring unfinished objects and tackle those nagging projects that just won’t finish themselves.

Watercolor Painting Class MONDAY, MAY 23, 6:30PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Artist Victoria Elizabeth teaches the basics of watercolor painting in a step-by-step approach, perfect for beginners and experienced students alike. Supplies will be available at the Library in advance, and everyone will complete a painting by the end of class.

HOME & GARDEN An Evening with Jenny Lawson

The Dos and Don’ts of Bird Feeding

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30, 7PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

TUESDAY, MARCH 1, 7PM ADULTS • NORTHFIELD LIBRARY REGISTER

Join us for an evening with award-winning humorist Jenny Lawson as she discusses her most recent bestseller, Broken (in the best possible way) and her brilliantly funny body of work.

She has previously written Let’s Pretend This Never Happened and Furiously Happy, both of which were New York Times bestsellers. This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events.

Tim Joyce of Wild Birds Unlimited shares tips about the best and worst bird foods, how to attract songbirds, and the placement of bird houses and feeders, as well as ways to squirrel-proof them.

Power Vegetable Gardening THURSDAY, MARCH 24, 7PM ADULTS • WINNETKA LIBRARY REGISTER

Experience the joy of harvesting delicious vegetables in your own back yard. Learn basic techniques including soil preparation, seed starting as well as fertilization, pest control, and harvesting. Both new and experienced gardeners will learn something to use.

1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN

A Reading Program for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers

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1000 Books Before Kindergarten is an early literacy program designed to encourage families and caregivers to read at least 1,000 books before their young children enter kindergarten.

Learning to read begins long before a child enters kindergarten.

Reading to your children is the best way to prepare them for school.

In as little as 15 minutes a day, families can build the skills for future success in school and life.

How to Read 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten 1 Book Per Day for 3 Years = 1095 Books

10 Books Per Week for 2 Years = 1040 Books 3 Books Per Day for 1 Year = 1095 Books

How Does This Program Work?

Register at the Library Visit either Library location to sign up.

Track your reading Each time you read a book with your child, fill in a circle on the reading log.

Show us your reading log For every 100 books read, bring your reading log to the Library receive a sticker and your next log. Staff will update your participation status.

Read more books Keep collecting log sheets until you reach 1,000 books. It might take a while, but that’s okay!

Celebrate!

When you reach 1,000 books, receive your finishing prize and certificate of completion.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS EARLY CHILDHOOD Storytime will be on break during the month of May to make final preparations for Summer Reading!

Preschool Storytime TUESDAYS, MARCH 1–APRIL 26, 10AM • AGES 3–5 WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER • WINNETKA LIBRARY DROP IN

Join us for an energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers. Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.

Toddler Time TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 1–APRIL 27, 10:30AM AGE 18 MONTHS–3 YEARS WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER • WINNETKA LIBRARY • DROP IN

Join us for singing, dancing, and stories for your toddler!

Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.

Bright Beginnings WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 2–APRIL 27, 10AM • AGE 0–18 MONTHS WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER WINNETKA LIBRARY • DROP IN

Join us for songs and stories for you and your baby! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.

Love Your Library All Year Long!

In honor of National Library Week (April 3–9), stop by the Youth Services Department to learn how our new volunteer service program Adopt-a-Shelf works.

Baby Builders FRIDAYS, MARCH 4, APRIL 1 & MAY 6, 10AM • AGE 0–5 WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER • WINNETKA LIBRARY DROP IN MONDAYS, MARCH 14, APRIL 11 & MAY 9, 1PM • AGE 0–5 WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER NORTHFIELD LIBRARY • DROP IN

Enjoy free play with foam blocks and other building materials for our youngest friends. An opportunity to socialize and make new friends.

Saturday Stories & Shimmies SATURDAYS, MARCH 12, APRIL 9 & MAY 7, 10AM • AGE 0–5 WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER • WINNETKA LIBRARY • DROP IN

Join us for a weekend storytime with a seasonal theme. Stick around for a poststorytime dance party!

Sensory Shenanigans FRIDAYS, MARCH 25, APRIL 22, & MAY 20, 10AM • AGE 0–4 WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER • WINNETKA LIBRARY • DROP IN

Join us for an hour of interactive free play. Activities in this program encourage

motor skill development through play. This program is sure to be a little messy (and fun!) so please dress accordingly.

Preschool Yoga & Mindfulness FRIDAYS, MARCH 18 & APRIL 15, 10AM • AGE 3–5 WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER • WINNETKA LIBRARY REGISTER

Join us for a story, a yoga game, and a simple mindfulness exercise.

Superhero Academy THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2PM • AGE 3+ WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

YOUTH Art Explorers Jr. TUESDAYS, MARCH 8, APRIL 5 & MAY 3, 4PM • AGE 5+ • WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

Come make a beautiful watercolor painting!

Learn and Play Chess

It's a bird...it's a plane...it's YOU! Train like Spider-Man, Ghostbusters, the Princess in Black, PJ Masks, and some of our other favorite heroes and find out if you have what it takes to be the next great superhero!

SUNDAYS, MARCH 13, APRIL 10 & MAY 8, 3PM • AGES 5 & UP NORTHFIELD LIBRARY • REGISTER

Caregiver and Me Sign Language Class

Tie-Dye Outside

SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 2PM • AGE 1–3 WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER NORTHFIELD LIBRARY • REGISTER

Earth Day Celebration

Learn about sign language and how it can be used to enhance

Celebrate Earth Day with activities at the Winnetka Library, or swing by the Northfield Library for all the supplies you need to celebrate Earth Day at home.

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communication with young children before they learn to speak. This supports language acquisition while fostering the parent-child bond. Plus, you can learn to communicate with members of the Deaf Community as well!

Build critical thinking, logic and memory skills with chess.

Expert player Ivan Figueredo provides a lesson and supervises play.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30, 1PM & 3PM • AGE 5+ • WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

Join us on the lawn to create a tie-dyed T-shirt or tote bag. All materials will be provided.

Money Smart Slime Party MONDAY, APRIL 11, 4PM • AGE 7+ WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

Practice smart spending habits as you use Library Bucks to purchase slime ingredients and fun add-ins!

The Bad Guys Party SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 1PM AGE 5+ • WINNETKA LIBRARY DROP IN

Calling all fans of The Bad Guys! Join us to explore the world of Mr. Wolf, Mr. Piranha, Mr. Snake, and Mr. Shark from Aaron Blabey’s book series The Bad Guys with games,

YOUTH PROGRAMS activities, and more. Will you become a Good Guy or stay a Bad Guy by the end of the party? This program will be designed for elementary readers, but anyone who loves The Bad Guys is welcome to attend.

Gem Mining MONDAY, MAY 9, 4PM • AGE 5+ WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

Discover dazzling gems, crystals, rocks, and more through mining and excavation and then identify your treasures.

Kid Citizen MONDAY, MAY 16, 4PM • AGE 5+ WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

Let's talk about where we live!

We'll read stories and learn about giving back to the community from an early age.

TWEEN Sewing a Felt Plushie TUESDAYS, MARCH 22, APRIL 19 & MAY 24, 4PM • AGE 10+ WINNETKA LIBRARY •REGISTER

Join us to learn how to hand sew cute felt plushies.

Reverse Glass Painting TUESDAY, APRIL 26, 4PM AGE 10+ • WINNETKA LIBRARY REGISTER

Have you seen the glass painting trend on TikTok? Learn how to make your own!

TEEN Teen After-School Space MONDAY–THURSDAYS, MARCH 1–MAY 26, 3PM • GRADE 7+ WINNETKA LIBRARY • DROP IN

Join us weekdays after school in the Winnetka Community Room for activities, pop-up gaming, and—most importantly—a space just for students in grades 7 and up.

Dungeons & Dragons TUESDAYS, MARCH 15, APRIL 12 & MAY 17, 4PM • AGE 13+ WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

A darkness spreads through Ravenloft causing its people to suffer. Join with other brave adventurers to fight back the evil and complete quests. Rise through the Guild ranks to obtain great power and treasure.

Manga Book Club

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TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 4PM AGE 10+ • WINNETKA LIBRARY REGISTER

Family Storytime

Which is better: reading the manga or watching the anime?

We will discuss which version of a story does it better.

CRAFTERNOON!

THURSDAYS, MARCH 3–APRIL 28, 10 & 10:30AM • AGE 0–5 WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER • WINNETKA LIBRARY • DROP IN MONDAYS, MARCH 7–APRIL 30, 10AM • AGE 0–5 WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER • NORTHFIELD LIBRARY • DROP IN

Singing, dancing, and stories for the whole family! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.

FRIDAYS, MARCH 4, APRIL 1 & 15, AND MAY 27, 2PM AGES 5–13 • DROP IN WINNETKA LIBRARY

Craft and Give Back: Snuffle Mats for One Tail at a Time

No school today? Join us for an afternoon of crafting fun. Stay the whole time or drop in when you’d like!

SUNDAY, MARCH 13, 1PM–5PM FAMILIES • WINNETKA LIBRARY DROP IN

Join us to make snuffle mats

Watch Us Grow Butterflies The butterflies are back! Stop by either location during the month of April and watch our caterpillars grow into beautiful butterflies. to donate to foster dogs through One Tail at a Time.

Stop by the Library between 1 and 5pm and make a craft for donation. Please note that this project is aimed at ages 12 and up, but younger children may complete one with adult help.

Family Science SUNDAYS, MARCH 20 & MAY 8, 2PM • FAMILIES • NORTHFIELD LIBRARY • REGISTER

Come do some tasty engineering, learning science while playing with your food!

Messy Mondays MONDAYS, MARCH 28, APRIL 25 & MAY 23, 4PM • FAMILIES WINNETKA LIBRARY • DROP IN

Drop in for a messier craft and leave the cleanup to us!

Crafting with STEAM TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 1 PM; THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 11:30AM FAMILIES • NORTHFIELD LIBRARY DROP IN

Drop by for craft-making with a scientific twist.

Egg Decorating SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 10AM & 11AM • FAMILIES • WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

Do you like to decorate eggs, but hate the preparation and mess? Let us handle the mess!

Children of all ages are invited to paint, dye, and decorate. We will supply the eggs and everything you need to decorate them— you supply the creativity!

Intro to Dungeons & Dragons TUESDAY, MAY 10, 4PM • FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AGE 6+ WINNETKA LIBRARY • REGISTER

Come learn how to play a family friendly version of Dungeons & Dragons, 5th edition.

PARENTING Parenting Hot Topics WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 9, APRIL 13 & MAY 11, 7PM • ADULTS VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Join presenters from Compassionate Childcare for a discussion on parenting hot topics. These workshops are appropriate for parents, caregivers, and educators who work with young children.

MARCH 9 The Power of Reading Aloud APRIL 13 Positive Parenting Strategies MAY 11 Engaging Your Child’s Creative Mind

Talking Teachable Moments with Teens THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 7PM ADULTS • WINNETKA LIBRARY REGISTER

Podcast hosts Dr. John Duffy and Heidi Stevens will “host” a conversation on growing, learning and talking with our adolescents, in addition to caring for ourselves and our relationships. Both will share their own experiences and address relevant topics affecting teens.

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HOLIDAY STUDIO CREATIONS Easter Basket

ALL AGES Herb Garden Labels TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 10AM • ALL AGES • THE STUDIO • REGISTER

FRIDAY, APRIL 15, 2PM • ALL AGES • THE STUDIO REGISTER

Create customized labels for your herbs.

Make a cute cloth Easter basket using the sewing machine.

Wildflower Seed Bombs TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 11AM • ALL AGES • THE STUDIO • REGISTER

Customized Mother’s Day Frame

Make seed bombs with flower seeds and clay. Plant your seeds this spring, then watch for the birds and butterflies in summer!

SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 1:30PM • ALL AGES • THE STUDIO REGISTER

Decorative Spring Planter

Engrave a picture frame with a simple phrase, family name, or image to use for a Mothers’ Day present.

TUESDAY, MAY 17, 10AM • ALL AGES • THE STUDIO • REGISTER

Pop-up Mother’s Day Card

LED Nightlight

THURSDAY, APRIL 28, 4PM • ALL AGES • THE STUDIO REGISTER SATURDAY, MAY 7, 2PM • ALL AGES • THE STUDIO REGISTER

WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2PM • ALL AGES • THE STUDIO • REGISTER

Create unique customized decorations for a spring planter. Materials included.

Make a unique customized nightlight.

Create a card with a pop-up bouquet for Mother's Day.

YOUTH

Create Cinco de Mayo Decorations

SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 3:30PM • YOUTH • THE STUDIO • REGISTER

MONDAY, MAY 2, 4PM • ALL AGES • THE STUDIO REGISTER

Learn the history of Cinco de Mayo and its significance in Mexico's history before creating paper and fabric crafts in celebration of the holiday.

Personalized Journal Create a custom sticker for a notebook. All supplies will be provided, including a journal.

Cardboard Animals SATURDAY, MAY 14, 10AM & 2PM • YOUTH • THE STUDIO • REGISTER

Learn to use the laser cutter to create animal standees that you can color and decorate.

TEEN

ADULT

Tiny Books

Digital Art

Personalized Journal

SATURDAY, MARCH 26, 4PM TEEN • THE STUDIO REGISTER

SATURDAY, MARCH 5, 2PM • ADULTS • THE STUDIO REGISTER THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 10AM • ADULTS • THE STUDIO REGISTER

SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 1:30PM • ADULTS • THE STUDIO REGISTER

Make tiny books of stories, art, or comics from single sheets of paper and make copies to self-publish your works as gifts to family and friends.

Personalized Journal TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 6PM • TEEN THE STUDIO • REGISTER

Create a custom sticker for a notebook. All supplies will be provided, including a journal. Located in the Teen Space (Winnetka Community Room).

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Learn to draw digital art. All skill levels welcome.

Personalize a Mug/Stine SUNDAY, MARCH 6, 1:30PM • ADULTS • THE STUDIO REGISTER

Customize a mug with a simple image, name, or phrase. All supplies will be provided.

Create a custom sticker for a notebook. All supplies will be provided, including a journal.

Wooden Photo Keepsake WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 10AM • ADULTS • THE STUDIO REGISTER

Engrave a photo onto a small wood plaque or set of wood coasters. If you would like to use your own photo, please bring a digital copy in either a .PNG or .JPG format. All supplies will be provided.

Canvas Wall Art

Embellish a Travel Clutch With Your Initial

MONDAY, MARCH 14, 4PM • ADULTS • THE STUDIO REGISTER

FRIDAY, MAY 27, 10AM • ADULTS • THE STUDIO REGISTER

Create wall art with fabric by attaching it to pre-stretched canvas.

Embellish a fabric pouch with a unique, floral version of your initial.

TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

iPHONE/iPAD SERIES Using Music Services WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2, 1:30PM • ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Learn about a wide variety of apps and services you can use to listen to music on your iPhone or iPad.

Taking Great Photos – Part 1 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9, 1:30PM • ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

For many people, their iPhone/iPad has become their camera. Learn more about camera controls and how to send your pictures to a photo processor for printing.

Taking Great Photos – Part 2 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 1:30PM • ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Learn how to take your photos to the next level with powerful editing tools built into your device. We will also review third party apps that offer additional editing features.

Photo Editing – Part 1 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23, 1:30PM • ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Take photos with your device and enhance them with powerful editing tools. This class will also review third party apps for editing. This is a two-session class, and we recommend that attendees sign up for both part 1 and part 2.

Photo Editing – Part 2 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30, 1:30PM • ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Take photos with your device and enhance them with powerful editing tools. This class will also review third party apps for editing. This is a two-session class, and we recommend that attendees sign up for both part 1 and part 2.

Connecting Apple Devices to Your TV WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27, 1:30PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Find quick and easy ways to connect your iPhone or iPad to your TV. Enjoy streaming movies on your big screen, and display family photos so that everyone can see them. Both wired and wireless solutions will be demonstrated.

Using Apple's iCloud WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 1:30PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Apple's iCloud service can store your photos, videos, documents, apps, and more.

Learn how to quickly and safely access what you want, when you want it.

Choosing a Cellphone Plan WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 1:30PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

There are dozens of cellular providers, each with a variety

of plans. Learn how to evaluate which plan will work best for you at the right price.

Mobile Payment Apps WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 1:30PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Do you owe someone for dinner, or a shared purchase?

Payment apps make paying back friends and family members easy. This class will discuss the features, benefits, and security considerations of the best smartphone payment systems.

What Is a VPN and Do You Need One? WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 1:30PM ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

If you use a VPN (virtual private network) service, you can substantially improve your privacy and internet security.

This class will explore how VPNs work and which services to consider.

Video Editing WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 1:30PM • ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

Learn how to use the powerful video camera built into your device to edit your videos. Cut out parts you don’t want, add transitions, combine videos into a single segment, and more.

The Digital Library is Always Open

Organizing Photos WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 1:30PM • ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

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

Photo Sharing WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 1:30PM • ADULTS • VIRTUAL • REGISTER

There are a variety of ways to share photos with your friends and family—the best one depends on your specific needs. This class will cover how to use cloud services, email sharing, and other useful (and easy) ways for you to share your photos.

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POSTAL PATRON

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Library Administration

Library Trustees Melissa Mitchell, President | Travis Gosselin, Vice President | Deborah Vandergrift, Treasurer | Thomas Sundell, Secretary | Katherine Casale MacNally | Sarah Munoz | Todd Van Neck

Monica Dombrowski Director Nick Mall Adult Services Manager Amanda Garrity Youth Services Manager Melissa Morgan Branch Services Manager Steve Kline Digital Services Manager Courtney Volny Customer Relations Manager Mark Swenson IT Manager Sarah Quish Marketing & PR Manager

GRAND POETRY CONTEST

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

Library Closings April 17.................... Easter Sunday May 26...................... Staff Training* May 29 & 30............. Memorial Day *Late open at 1pm

Don’t be bashful! Enter a poem in the Winnetka-Northfield Library District’s Grand Poetry Contest. You may be a winner!

Library Updates

Eligibility: Age 16 and up.

For the latest news and updates, please visit wnpld.org.

Submission Rules: One poem per entrant. The poem must be your own original work, unpublished in print/online, and shouldn't have won a prior contest. Entries may be submitted to poetry@wnpld.org from May 1 through May 31. In the body of your email, include:

District Hours Winnetka Library Monday – Thursday.......9am – 9pm Friday – Saturday..........9am – 5pm Sunday..........................1pm – 5pm Northfield Library Monday – Thursday.......9am – 7pm Friday – Saturday..........9am – 5pm Sunday..........................1pm – 5pm

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• Your name • Title of the poem • Contact information (email address or phone number)

Please attach your poem as a Word document or similar, containing only the poem’s title and the poem—no identifying information.

Alternatively, poems may be mailed to the Winnetka Library, c/o Nick Mall, 768 Oak St., Winnetka, 60093. Typed please, with two pages: one with your name, title of the poem, and phone number. On the second page, just the title of the poem and your poem.

Winning entries: Winners will be notified by June 15. Prizes will be awarded for First, Second, and Third Places. One Honorable Mention will be selected. Winnetka Author and Poet Charlotte Digregorio will judge the contest.