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WINTER December 2017 - February 2018

Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District

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Renovation Begins February 2018

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RENOVATION UPDATE The Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District is excited to announce upcoming renovations to both locations in 2018. The renovation plans were drawn up with great thought and consideration in an effort to further the Library’s position as a collaborative partner in our communities. Many patrons use the building in different ways, and it is our effort to create spaces for a multitude of uses that are accommodating and welcoming to all.

Winnetka Diagram Key

Lobby: New circulation desk, carpeting, LED lighting and shelving.

B. Reading Room & Adult Collection: Installation of new ceilings with better sound absorption, new acoustic panels to aide in sound absorption, LED lighting, carpeting and shelving.

C. Study Rooms: Creation of three new small group study/meeting rooms.

D. Lloyd Room: New carpeting, LED lighting, whiteboard, projector, and outward facing doors to patio (coming Fall 2018).

E. Restrooms: Renovation of existing restrooms to make them ADA accessible.

F. Quiet Room: New lighting, paint, carpeting, furniture and blinds.

G. RFID Technology: Installation of selfcheck kiosks in the lobby and youth service areas, and an automated return system.

Oak Street

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Additional building life safety updates:

READING ROOM STUDY

C STUDY STUDY

Linden Street

YOUTH DEPT.

F QUIET LOUNGE

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TEEN COLLECTION

E STAFF

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Parking Lot

Northfield Diagram Key Restrooms: Renovation of the existing restrooms, with new sinks, toilets, hand dryers and changing tables.

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CIRC/REF DESK

LOBBY

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NEW BOOKS

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COPY/PRINT

NEW BOOKS

LLOYD ROOM

• Removal of asbestos ceilings on main level, lobby, and Lloyd Room.

• New fire alarm

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NEW BOOKS

ADULT COLLECTION

THE WINNETKA LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2018 Frequently Asked Questions

Will the library be closed at any time during the proposed construction process?

Where will I get my books, movies, etc. while the Winnetka Library is closed?

Yes, the Winnetka Library will be closed for the month of February 2018. The abatement of asbestos in three major ceiling areas will require closure to the public for 20 business days, however the Northfield Branch Library will remain open during that time.

We strive to make this process as easy for our patrons as possible. Here are 3 easy ways to bridge the gap while we’re closed: 1. The Northfield Branch Library: The Branch will remain open and ready for all patrons' needs. We will also extend due dates of all materials during the closure.

How long will the construction take?

2. Digital Library: Patrons have 24/7 access to materials through our Digital Library which contains eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines, research resources, digital movies, music and more.

Construction will happen in phases. The first phase is the closure of the Winnetka Library to begin asbestos abatement. We expect the duration to be just about three months with the completion expected in May 2018.

Will the Northfield restrooms be open during renovations?

Yes, the construction will be done in stages with one bathroom under construction at a time. Additional bathrooms will also be available for public use in the Northfield Community Room, which is located adjacent to the Library.

3. Visit a Neighbor Library: The Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District library card is also valid at neighboring libraries including: Wilmette, Glencoe, and Glenview.

Will we lose shelving space for new books?

No. The proposed design creates new shelving areas that will allow for the same number of new materials.

How will the self-service option affect service?

Self-checkout is an option for those who prefer faster service during busy checkout times.

Will the style of the Library be changing?

The design will maintain the original midcentury modern architecture and design of the current building.

How will the renovations be funded?

The project will be paid for using our current budget for capital projects and fund reserved for projects of this nature.

Will the Library be open for finals week?

Yes, we have delayed the start of construction to allow for finals week study sessions.

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ADULTS

Book Clubs

FOOD FOR THOUGHT Cookbook Book Club

7PM | MONDAYS | ADULTS

Led by Stephanie Girardi.

Registration required.

Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Come 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.

FAMILY COOKING 7PM | MONDAY, DECEMBER 11 | FAMILIES NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

A special meeting for young chefs and their favorite adult.

Check out one of the spotlighted children’s cookbooks and read it with your child. Pick your favorite recipe and prepare it together to bring to the meeting to share. Ask for the books at the circulation desks of both branches.

ChopChop: The Kids' Guide to Cooking Real Food with Your Family by Sally Sampson Eat Fresh Food: Awesome Recipes for Teen Chefs by Rozanne Gold Emeril's There's a Chef in My Family! Recipes to Get Everybody Cooking by Emeril Lagasse

LIGHT & HEALTHY

7PM | MONDAY, JANUARY 8 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

A New Way to Bake: Classic Recipes Updated with Betterfor-You Ingredients from the Modern Pantry and Clean Slate: A Cookbook and Guide: Reset Your Health, Detox Your Body, and Feel Your Best by Editors of Martha Stewart Living CHEF MARCUS SAMUELSSON 7PM | MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12 | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Marcus Off Duty: The Recipes I Cook at Home and The Red Rooster Cookbook: The Story of Food and Hustle in Harlem by Marcus Samuelsson

TRUE STORY

Nonfiction Book Discussion

7PM | WEDNESDAYS | ADULTS & TEENS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Led by Erin Collins.

Registration required.

DECEMBER 13

Dreamland: The True Tale of America's Opiate Epidemic by Sam Quinones.

JANUARY 10

Mrs. Sherlock Holmes: The True Story of New York City's Greatest Female Detective and the 1917 Missing Girl Case That Captivated a Nation by Brad Ricca.

READINGS FOR A COZY AFTERNOON 1PM | WEDNESDAYS | ADULTS NORTH SHORE SENIOR CENTER

Led by Donette Jensen.

JANUARY 10

Behold the Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue FEBRUARY 14

Girl in Disguise by Greer Macallister

READING IS THE SPICE OF LIFE 1PM | MONDAYS | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Led by Kristin Carlson.

Registration required.

JANUARY 8

The Bridal Chair by Gloria Goldreich FEBRUARY 12

Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine

by Gail Honeyman

FOUL PLAY

Book Discussion 11:30AM | WEDNESDAYS | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Led by Kristin Carlson.

Registration required.

JANUARY 17

Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz FEBRUARY 21

A Hero of France by Alan Furst

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CLUE

A Mystery Book Club 7:30PM | TUESDAYS | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Led by Melissa Morgan.

Registration required.

DECEMBER 12

Trust No One by Paul Cleave FEBRUARY 13

The Storm Murders by John Farrow

FILM DISCUSSIONS 2PM | SUNDAY, JANUARY 14 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Toby Nicholson will lead a discussion on the film The Big Sick. This Chicago-set comedy uses its charm and perceptive writing to explore cross-cultural themes. Pick up a copy at the Library to view in advance. Registration required.

ADULTS

LYRIC OPERA LECTURES

DRAMATIC PERFORMANCES

2PM | SUNDAYS | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

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

JANUARY 28

I Puritani with Helen Magid FEBRUARY 11

Cosi fan tutte with Jean Joslyn FEBRUARY 25

Faust with Christine Casey

MUSIC The Beatles: Their History in an Hour 3PM | SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 | ALL AGES NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Join Gary Wenstrup & follow the Beatles career from Liverpool, through Beatlemania, and into their psychedelic phase through video and song.

Registration required.

Louisa May Alcott and Little Women with Leslie Goddard 10AM | SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10 | ADULTS & TEENS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

In 2018, the beloved novel Little Women celebrates its 150th birthday. Mark the occasion with this living-history performance of celebrated author Louisa May Alcott portrayed by historian Leslie Goddard.

As Miss Alcott shares stories about the creation of Little Women, she also reminisces about her life, including her poverty-stricken childhood, her struggles to succeed as a writer, and the unexpected success of Little Women in 1868. Registration required.

HOW TO SET GOALS — AND REACH THEM 2PM | SUNDAY, JANUARY 7 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Are you struggling to set goals for yourself? Or maybe you’ve got goals, but you can never seem to stick with them? Studies have shown that setting

goals is critical to success and striving toward goals boosts happiness. In this 2-hour workshop, we’ll learn a 5-step method to identify our goals and create action plans to support them. We’ll also explore the research-backed ways in which we can maximize our chances of reaching the goals we’ve set for ourselves. Registration required.

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ADULTS

HISTORY

A Walk Down Memory Lane

Dearest Virginia: A Year in the Quartermaster Corps During WWI

2PM | SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3 | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

7PM | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Charl Maynard shares the story of a life during WW1 through pictures and letters from her grandfather John Endicott Bradstreet, Winnetka native and son of a Chicago businessman. Registration required.

Come and take a walk down memory lane to the “good old days” of the 1930s, 40s, and 50s with author Rochelle Pennington.

This program will detail everyday life during the years of corner phone booths, hand-me-down clothes, doctors who made house calls, wringer washing machines and more. Registration required.

The Changing Chicago Accent 2PM | SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10 | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Join journalist and author of How to Speak Midwestern Ted McClelland as he takes us through the history and humor of the well-known Chicago accent. Registration required.

FOOD & DRINK How to Shop and Prep like a Nutritionist 2PM | SUNDAY, JANUARY 28 | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Kick off your New Year’s resolutions with nutritionist and former Master Chef contestant Caitlin Meade.

Learn to shop and prep your meals just like a nutritionist.

Registration required.

FINANCIAL 6 Critical Mistakes to Avoid When Planning for Retirement 7 PM | TUESDAY, JANUARY 16 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Most people spend the majority of their working careers saving money so they can retire when and how they want, but there is a difference between saving for and planning retirement. Learn to avoid 6 critical retirement planning mistakes from GCG Financial professionals.

Registration required.

Organizing Your Financial Life 7 PM | THURSDAY, JANUARY 25 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

In this interactive presentation, Ed Gjertsen II, CFP® of the Financial Planning Association will provide strategies and guidelines for estate planning, beneficiary designations, document retention and the 7-Day Cash Challenge.

Registration required.

SUPPORT YOUR TEEN DURING FINAL EXAMS 7PM | THURSDAY, JANUARY 11 | PARENTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Is your teen stressed about upcoming exams? Staff from the Counseling Center of the North Shore will show you how to help your child cope during this challenging time.

PARENTING 101 11AM | TUESDAY, JANUARY 16 | PARENTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Join staff from the Counseling Center of the North Shore for a mini-presentation on the most frequently asked questions about parenting. Come with questions of your own!

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

THE LIBRARY IS PROUD TO PARTNER WITH

THE LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS WINNETKA-NORTHFIELD-KENILWORTH GREAT DECISIONS DISCUSSION SERIES 12:30 PM | MONDAYS, JANUARY 29 – MARCH 19 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY 7 PM | WEDNESDAYS, JANUARY 31 – MARCH 21 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

It’s that time again. Eight provocative topics will provide the basis for this always interesting and stimulating global issues discussion series. The more diverse the opinions (and they usually are) the more thought-provoking and rousing the conversations. Great Decisions, sponsored by the League of Women Voters Winnetka-Northfield-Kenilworth and the Library, will take place for eight consecutive weeks and cover the topics listed.

Attend one session or all.

Foreign Policy Association briefing booklets are available for purchase via the League organizers, Joan Fragen (joanfragen@gmail.com 847-446-0184) or Eleanor Prince (eprince03@gmail.com 847-251-4339) for $20. The Library has several copies available for checkout. Each session begins with a short DVD introduction to the subject, providing a segue to the group’s discussion. Please join us, and bring your friends. Registration required.

The waning of Pax Americana?

WEEK 2 Russia’s foreign policy WEEK 3 China and America: the

new geopolitical equation WEEK 4 Media and foreign policy WEEK 5 Turkey: a partner in crisis WEEK 6 U.S. global engagement

and the military WEEK 7 South Africa’s fragile democracy WEEK 8 Global health: progress

and challenges WEEK 1

HOLIDAYS Decorate Gingerbread Houses 7PM | MONDAY, DECEMBER 4 | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Create and decorate a “gingerbread” house using Rice Krispie Treats, graham crackers, icing and a whole lot of candy. Take it home with you or leave it in the library for display. Registration required.

A Jazzy Holiday with Petra Van Nuis 2PM | SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Enjoy vocalist Petra Van Nuis singing Jazz for the holidays.

Refreshments provided.

Registration required.

REGISTER ONLINE AT WINNETKALIBRARY.ORG

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YOUTH

winter

Storytimes & crafts DROP-IN STORYTIMES All Ages Storytime 10:30AM | MONDAYS, DECEMBER 4 – JANUARY 29* | ALL AGES WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY 10:30AM | THURSDAYS, DECEMBER 7 – JANUARY 25* | ALL AGES WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER | WINNETKA LIBRARY 10:30AM | MONDAYS & THURSDAYS, FEBRUARY 1 – FEBRUARY 26 | ALL AGES WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Singing, dancing, stories & bubbles. *No storytime Mondays, December 25 and January 1 or Thursdays, December 28 and January 4.

DROP-IN CRAFTS

Make and Create Crafts ALL DAY | FRIDAYS | ALL AGES WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER | WINNETKA LIBRARY 11AM | MONDAYS | ALL AGES WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

A variety of craft supplies will be available to create your own art project. Stop in and get crafty.

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DROP-IN NEW PARENTS CLUB

REGISTERED STORYTIMES

BYOB (Bring Your Own Baby)

Bright Beginnings

11AM | WEDNESDAYS, DECEMBER 13 & JANUARY 10 | AGES 0-18 MONTHS WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER | WINNETKA LIBRARY 11AM | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 & FRIDAYS, JANUARY 26 & FEBRUARY 23 AGES 0-18 MONTHS WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

An informal gathering for new parents and caregivers to connect and exchange parenting tips. Bring your baby for playtime and chat about new books, storytime songs and other community events your baby might enjoy. In partnership with Counseling Center of the North Shore.

10:30AM | FRIDAYS, DECEMBER 1 – JANUARY 26* AGES 0-18 MONTHS WITH PARENT/ CAREGIVER | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY 10:30AM | WEDNESDAYS, DECEMBER 6 – JANUARY 31* | AGES 0-18 MONTHS WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER | WINNETKA LIBRARY 10:30AM | WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS, FEBRUARY 2 - 28 | AGES 0-18 MONTHS WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Simple stories, rhymes, music & movement. Registration required. *No storytime Wednesdays, December 27 and January 3 or Fridays, December 29 and January 5.

Toddler Time 10:30AM | TUESDAYS, DECEMBER 5 – JANUARY 30* | AGES 18-36 MONTHS WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER | WINNETKA LIBRARY 10:30AM | TUESDAYS, FEBRUARY 6 FEBRUARY 27 | AGES 18-36 MONTHS WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Interactive stories, songs, and rhymes for children ages 18-36 months with parent/caregiver.

Registration required. *No storytime Tuesdays, December 26 and January 2.

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

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

Registration required.

DECEMBER 7 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Cocoa Night

FEBRUARY 8 | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Valentine’s Day

GET CRAFTY Tin Can Star Lanterns 6:30PM | MONDAY, DECEMBER 4 | AGES 8-12 WINNETKA LIBRARY

Warm up a chilly winter’s night with the beautiful glow of a star lantern. These lanterns make wonderful holiday gifts.

Registration required.

Art Maker: Screen Print a T-shirt 4PM | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17 GRADES 4 & UP | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Learn how to screen print a T-shirt. We’ll provide the screen and ink, you bring a plain T-shirt to print your design on.

Registration required.

Maker Club 4PM | MONDAYS | GRADE 2 & UP JANUARY 22 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Marble Mania Marble all the things. We will create one-of-a-kind marbled paper, and marble paint mugs with nail polish. Registration required.

FEBRUARY 19 | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Make Your Own Snow Globe 4PM | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13 | GRADES 2 & UP | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Time to make a snow globe that’s all your own. You can personalize with pictures or other items from home and we will supply the other materials.

A fun, homemade gift for family, friends or yourself.

Registration required.

Matchbox Books 4PM | MONDAY, JANUARY 8 | AGES 9-13 WINNETKA LIBRARY

Create your own tiny masterpiece in a decorated matchbox. Embellish and fill with any masterpiece that comes to mind. Start your own tiny library. Registration required.

Sumi Ink Drawing 6:30PM | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15 GRADES K & UP WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

If you love to draw, explore your creative side in a group drawing session. We’ll share the drawing at the end of the class. Registration required.

Play with Clay Create a unique trinket, keychain, or necklace using Sculpey clay.

Registration required.

Altered Books 4PM | THURSDAY, JANUARY 25 | GRADES 2 & UP | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Bring a book (preferably one you’ve already read and no longer need) and transform it however you like. We will supply arts and crafts materials to turn your book into a new work of art. Registration required.

My First Yoga 11AM | TUESDAYS, DECEMBER 5 & JANUARY 9 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.

Kids will learn basic poses in a fun, easy-to-follow class. No yoga experience necessary. Parents or caregivers are invited to observe or participate. Registration required.

Learn & Play Chess

BUILD WITH LEGO Lego Mania Juniors 5:30PM | THURSDAYS, DECEMBER 14 & JANUARY 11 | GRADES JK & UP WINNETKA LIBRARY

A club for junior brick builders. We create cool stuff.

Registration required.

Tangled Snowflakes: A Drawing Workshop

Lego & Games

4PM | TUESDAY, JANUARY 30 | AGES 7-12 NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

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

Zentangle is a popular form of doodling that’s fun and relaxing…and produces amazing results. Make a beautiful tangled snowflake with Christine Thornton's guidance. Registration required.

JUST FOR FUN

6:30PM | THURSDAYS, DECEMBER 7, JANUARY 4 & FEBRUARY 1 | AGES 7 & UP NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY 6:30PM | THURSDAYS, DECEMBER 21 & JANUARY 18 | 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.

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

Lego Mania Club 6PM | MONDAYS, DECEMBER 18, JANUARY 15 & FEBRUARY 19 | AGES 4 & UP NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

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

Please let us know if your child has any food allergies if they will be attending a program where food is served.

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YOUTH

Minecraft Night 4PM | TUESDAYS, DECEMBER 19, JANUARY 23 & FEBRUARY 20 | AGES 8 & UP NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Learn, build & explore with friends on our Minecraft EDU server. Snacks included. Registration required.

Princess in Black Superhero Academy 4PM | MONDAY, JANUARY 15 | AGES 5 & UP WINNETKA LIBRARY

Who says you can’t be a princess AND a superhero? Like Princess Magnolia, we’ll battle monsters AND eat cupcakes.

Registration required.

Escape Room: Harry Potter Edition 6PM | MONDAY, JANUARY 22 | AGES 9 & UP WINNETKA LIBRARY

The Chamber of Secrets has been opened! Use your magical prowess to solve a series of puzzles and defeat He Who Shall Not Be Named. Registration required.

Pokémon Party 4PM | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10 | AGES 5 & UP WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER WINNETKA LIBRARY

Gotta catch ‘em all - at the library. Come enjoy snacks and games, choose your starter Pokémon, and continue your journey as the next Pokémon master. Registration required.

Winter Scavenger Hunt ALL DAY | DECEMBER AND JANUARY | ALL AGES | WINNETKA LIBRARY

LIVE AT THE LIBRARY Tales of Winter Wonder 2PM | SATURDAY, JANUARY 20 | ALL AGES WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Celebrate winter with this hilarious and interactive magic and puppet show. Registration required.

FOOD

Food for Thought Cookbook Book Club 7PM | MONDAY, DECEMBER 11 | FAMILIES NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Work in teams to decorate a gingerbread house. Challenge yourselves to come up with a unique and wacky design.

Gingerbread houses will be displayed in the library through December. Registration required.

A special meeting for young chefs and their favorite adult.

Check out one of the spotlighted children’s cookbooks and read it with your child. Pick your favorite recipe and prepare it together to bring to the meeting to share. Ask for the books at the circulation desks of both branches. Registration required.

ChopChop: The Kids’ Guide to Cooking Real Food with Your Family by Sally Sampson Eat Fresh Food: Awesome Recipes for Teen Chefs by Rozanne Gold Emeril’s There’s a Chef in My Family! Recipes to Get Everybody Cooking by Emeril Lagasse

Noon Year’s Eve

Tiny Food

HOLIDAY FUN

Junior Chef Challenge: Decorate Gingerbread Houses 4PM | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7 | AGES 8 & UP | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

11AM | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28 | ALL AGES WITH PARENT/CAREGIVER WINNETKA LIBRARY

Help us ring in the New Year (a little bit early). We’ll play games, have a dance party, and do our own “midnight” countdown with noisemakers.

Registration required.

4PM | TUESDAY, JANUARY 9 | AGES 9 & UP WINNETKA LIBRARY

Good things come in small packages. Practice the art of making tiny food & then choose whether to display or eat your creations. Registration required.

Make Your Own Valentines 6PM | MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12 | GRADES 1-5 NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Join us as we make our own Valentines for family and friends. Registration required.

Stop by the Youth Desk to pick up a list, then search for wintery friends from your favorite books hidden all over the Youth Services area. Find them all and win a special sticker.

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STEAM LEARNING Build Guild

4PM | WEDNESDAYS | AGES 8-12 DECEMBER 6 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Paper Rockets Learn how to build a “rocket” out of paper and a pencil, then test your new contraption for strength and speed. Registration required.

JANUARY 24 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

Catapults Build a catapult from recycled materials, then find out how far you can launch a mini marshmallow. Registration required.

FEBRUARY 21 | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Zipline Learn how to build a device that can carry a ping pong ball across a zipline in four seconds or less. Registration required.

YOUTH

Family Science 6:30PM | WEDNESDAYS | FAMILIES NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Registration required.

JANUARY 24

Nebula in a Jar

Celebrate Black History with the ASE Youth Storytellers 3:30PM | SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24 GRADES JK & UP | WINNETKA PARK DISTRICT COMMUNITY ROOM, 540 HIBBARD ROAD

COMMUNITY AND CARING

The ASE Youth Storytellers, a vibrant and talented youth storytelling group, celebrate Black History Month with folktales and fables from the African diaspora and share their message of tolerance and inclusion.

Registration required.

Kids Who Care Volunteer Club

TEST PREP

FEBRUARY 28

Make Slime – gooey slime, pudding slime, fluffy slime

4PM | THURSDAYS | AGES 8 & UP DECEMBER 14 | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY JANUARY 18 | WINNETKA LIBRARY

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. This quarter we’re celebrating random acts of kindness.

Come help us spread the joy.

Registration required.

FINALS WEEK Finals Study Space for Teens

Revolution Prep Practice Test: SAT 10AM | SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 | TEENS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Students can take a free fulllength SAT practice test administered by Revolution Prep to help prepare for the actual exam. *Program requires advanced registration through Revolution Prep directly. Please email Jeanette Brink at jeanette.brink@ revolutionprep.com

1PM-10PM | SUNDAY, JANUARY 21 | TEENS WINNETKA LIBRARY 3PM-10PM | MONDAY, JANUARY 22 | TEENS WINNETKA LIBRARY 3PM-10PM | TUESDAY, JANUARY 23 | TEENS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Revolution Prep Practice Test: ACT 10AM | SATURDAY, JANUARY 20 | TEENS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Students can take a free fulllength ACT practice test administered by Revolution Prep to help prepare for the actual exam. *Program requires advanced registration through Revolution Prep directly. Please email Jeanette Brink at jeanette.brink@ revolutionprep.com

Need a place to study? Take advantage of space for group study reserved just for teens. We will provide sandwiches to kick off this year's cram session on Sunday night at 6PM & the space will remain open until 10PM.

THE PRINCESS IN BLACK TAKES A VACATION. Illustrations copyright © 2016 by LeUyen Pham. Reproduced by permission of the publisher, Candlewick Press, Somerville, MA

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THE STUDIO - CLASSES FOR YOUTH

LASER CUTTING

3D PRINTING

Hot Cocoa Jar

Ornament

4PM | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20 | AGES 9-13 | THE STUDIO

4PM | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12 | AGES 9-13 THE STUDIO

Use the laser engraver to personalize a Mason jar, then fill it with hot cocoa and marshmallows.

Registration required.

Gear up for the holiday season by printing your very own holiday ornament on Thingiverse, the digital library of 3D print creations.

Registration required.

Pokémon 4PM | MONDAY, JANUARY 29 | AGES 9-13 THE STUDIO

Calling all Pokémon trainers.

Learn to use Thingiverse to find and print your favorite Pokémon. Gotta catch ‘em all.

Registration required.

Photo Booth Props 4PM | TUESDAY, JANUARY 16 | AGES 9-13 THE STUDIO

Laser cut an acrylic mustache, giant lips, silly hat, or thought bubble, then pose in front of a green screen with your wacky creation. Registration required.

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PROGRAMMING AND TINKERING Makey Makey 4PM | MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26 | AGES 9-13 NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

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.

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. Just a friendly reminder, if your plans change after registering please let us know 24 hours in advance so we can invite another guest to take your spot.

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.

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

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

STUDIO ORIENTATION

LASER ENGRAVING

EMBROIDERY

EGGBOT

3PM | SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 | ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Holiday Ornament

Scarf

Decorate an Ornament

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

6:30PM | MONDAY, DECEMBER 4 | ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

2PM | MONDAY, DECEMBER 18 | ADULTS THE STUDIO

6:30PM | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14 | ALL AGES | THE STUDIO

Learn how to use the laser cutter and create a personalized ornament. Registration required.

Use the Library’s embroidery machine to personalize a scarf.

All supplies will be provided.

Registration required.

Decorate a small, ball ornament using one of the Library’s EggBot machines in this class.

Registration required.

Thank You Cards

Decorate an Egg

6:30PM | MONDAY, JANUARY 22 | ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

4PM | THURSDAY, JANUARY 11 | ALL AGES THE STUDIO

Use the Library’s embroidery machine to create an embroidered card. All supplies will be provided. Registration required.

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

Return Address Stamp 6:30PM | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7 | ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Create a custom return address stamp using the laser cutter.

Registration required.

Introduction to Laser Engraved Jewelry

3D PRINTING Create a Custom Name Label in Tinkercad 2PM | MONDAY, DECEMBER 5 | ADULTS THE STUDIO

Learn how to use Tinkercad to design a personalized label to be printed on the Library’s 3D printer. Great for holiday gifts.

Registration required.

KNITTING Knitting Circle & Class

Create a Custom Embossed Card

11AM | TUESDAY, DEC. 5 & 19, JAN. 2 & 16 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

2PM | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6 | ADULTS THE STUDIO

Personalized LED Desk Light

11AM | TUESDAY, FEB 6 & 20 | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Create a unique embossed card.

Registration required.

2PM | SATURDAY, JANUARY 13 | ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

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. Registration required.

2PM | TUESDAY, JANUARY 9 | ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Learn the basics of creating your own earrings and necklaces with the laser cutter. Registration required.

Create a custom LED desk light using the laser cutter. Registration required.

Holiday Item 6:30PM | MONDAY, DECEMBER 11 | ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Learn how to find and print a holiday-themed item on the Library’s 3D printer. Registration required.

SEWING

Office Accessory

Guitar Pick

6:30PM | THURSDAY, JANUARY 4 | ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

6:30PM | MONDAY, JANUARY 15 | ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Ice Scraper

Leather Bookmark

6:30 | THURSDAY, JANUARY 11 | ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Sew Your Own Canvas Tote Bag

6:30PM | THURSDAY, JANUARY 25 | ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

1PM | FRIDAY, JANUARY 19 | ADULTS THE STUDIO

In this class learn how to create a design for a leather bookmark using Corel Draw and then cut it out of a piece of leather using the laser cutter. Registration required.

3PM | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23 | ADULTS THE STUDIO 6PM | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

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

6:30PM | THURSDAY, JANUARY 18 | ADULTS & TEENS | THE STUDIO

Learn sewing basics using the Library’s Magnolia sewing machines. All supplies will be provided. Registration required.

Create a customized ice scraper to be created using the Library’s 3D printer. Registration required.

Jewelry Workshop

Basic Life Skills – Sew a Zipper Bag

Learn how to use the laser cutter and create a personalized guitar pick. Registration required.

Learn how to find and print office accessories on the Library’s 3D printer. Registration required.

DIY DISCOVERY

DIY Watercolor Mugs 6:30PM | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17 & 24 ADULTS | NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY

Create a set of one-of-a-kind watercolor mugs using alcohol inks. Please register for only one session. Registration required.

Create your very own tote bags using upcycled bags from coffee farms and our sewing machines. Registration required.

REGISTER ONLINE AT WINNETKALIBRARY.ORG

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TECHNOLOGY CLASSES FOR ADULTS

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.

MICROSOFT OFFICE CLASSES MICROSOFT OFFICE CLASSES Microsoft Excel 2013 Basics 2PM | SATURDAY, JANUARY 6 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Microsoft Excel allows users to work with numbers and data by creating spreadsheets.

This class introduces you to spreadsheets and covers topics like how to create/modify them, format cells, and add borders to columns and rows. Registration required.

Microsoft Word 2013 Basics 2PM | SATURDAY, JANUARY 20 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Microsoft Word allows users to create text documents. Learn how to locate and use key features, create and save new documents, open and print existing documents & change document views in this class.

Registration required.

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REGISTER ONLINE AT WINNETKALIBRARY.ORG

TECHNOLOGY CLASSES Technology Drop-in 3PM | WEDNESDAYS, DECEMBER 6, 13, 20 AND JANUARY 3, 10, 17, 24 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

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

Buying a New Computer or Tablet 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

It’s time to get a new device either as a gift for the holidays, or just because your old computer is starting to fail. But what to buy? PC, Mac, Chromebook, iPad, Android tablet, abacus?

This class will guide you through the pros and cons of what is out there, and give you enough information to make an intelligent decision to purchase the right device for your needs.

Registration required.

The Latest and Greatest on your iPhone or iPad (iOS 11 update) - Part 2 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

This class is a continuation of the previous week. We will look at more interface changes and new features introduced in the latest update for iPhones and iPads, and how to best take advantage of them. Registration required.

Organizing Your Holiday Photos (iPhone/iPad) 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 3 | 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.

What’s New in Windows 10 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

This class will look at the interface changes and new features introduced in the recent updates to Windows 10, and how to best take advantage of them. Registration required.

How to Get Around Using Your iPhone or iPad (Uber/ Pace/etc.)

1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

Learn how to travel safely, conveniently & inexpensively using your smartphone or tablet. This class will look at using Uber, Lyft, Metra, Pace & traditional taxis. Registration required.

Life Stories: How to Start, Where to Go? 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY

A great gift for your family is to create your own “Life Story.” This can be a written memoir, a voice recording, a recording with photos, a video recording, or any combination of media. There are apps for your smartphone or tablet, books with information on how to create a Life Story, organizations that will create a "Life Story " (for a fee), and various DIY (do it yourself) guides. This class will introduce you to the available resources, so you can either DIY or engage an organization to help you create a wonderful gift for your family and its future generations. Registration required.

The Latest and Greatest on your iPhone or iPad (iOS 11 update) - Part 1 1:30PM | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13 ADULTS | WINNETKA LIBRARY

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. Thank you to our partner SASI.

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Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District www.winnetkalibrary.org

Winnetka Library

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POSTAL PATRON

Northfield Branch Library

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

Library Management Rebecca Wolf Library Director

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

Kristin Carlson Northfield Branch Manager Sheila Cody Head of Youth Services Emily Compton-Dzak Head of Adult Services Donna Morales Head of Circulation Services Sarah Quish Head of Communications & Marketing Mark Swenson Head of Information Technology

The 3M Cloud Library is always open! Check out materials any time with your Library Card.

Naomi Wolfson Head of Access Services

Friends of the Library

P.O. Box 8146, Northfield, IL 60093

Library Closings

November 22...........Closing at 5pm November 23...... Thanksgiving Day December 24........... Christmas Eve December 25........... Christmas Day December 31......... New Year's Eve January 1............... New Year's Day February 1-28.......Winnetka Library Closed for Renovation

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.

The Winnetka Library will be CLOSED the month of February. See page 2 for details.

Registration is required for most Library programs. Just a friendly reminder, if your plans change after registering please let us know 24 hours in advance so we can invite another guest to take your spot.