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Events By EmailMarch 2015
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Welcome to Events by Email, a monthly publication by the Glenview Public Library. This electronic newsletter provides you with a list of upcoming programs and services available at the Library. Use the links provided to access the online events calendar and program registration.
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Literary Latte Hour — Wednesday, March 18, 10-11 AM. Location: The Glenview Grind, 989 Waukegan Road, Glenview. Are you looking for ideas for something new to read? Or perhaps you’ve recently read a great book and want to share it with other avid readers. If so, please join us in this informal setting where you can relax with a hot beverage and tell others what you’ve recently enjoyed (or not enjoyed!). A great way to meet new people and share your love of reading. Staff librarians will also be available to talk about hot new titles and selections that the Library’s book groups have been discussing. Just drop in. Circle Time Swap! for Preschool Teachers — Wednesday, March 18, 7-8:30 PM, Community Room. Songs-rhymes-fingerplays, books-music-and-more. A great opportunity to discover new material for use in your classroom. Hear what your colleagues are doing and see how they do it. For preschool and kindergarten teachers/aides in Glenview. Please register here. SPECIAL EVENT! Arts Power Productions presents Dog Loves Books: The Musical — Sunday, March 29, 2-3 PM. Location: The Book Market at Hangar One, 2651 Navy Blvd., The Glen Town Center. Louise Yates’ New York Times best seller comes to life in a delightful musical about the irresistible Dog who loves everything about books. He loves books SO much that he decides to open up his own bookstore. Greet this top-notch talented troupe travelling from The Big Apple. Co-sponsored by The Glen Town Center. Register here beginning March 13.
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World Puppetry Day -- Saturday, March 21
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Make a day of it! Three events within two miles. Co-sponsored by Chicagoland Puppetry Guild. World Record Challenge: Puppet “Flash Mob” for Early Literacy — Saturday, March 21, 10-10:45 AM. Location: The Book Market at Hangar One, 2651 Navy Blvd., The Glen Town Center. Help set a world record for “most puppets in a flash mob” AND get free tickets to a spectacular puppet show at 11:15 AM. Join the crowd to create awareness for early literacy activities at the Glenview Library. Just register, show up with as many puppets as you can operate at once, and invite your friends to do the same. The more puppets you bring, the better your chances to be part of a world record. Signed waiver required for all participants. Co-sponsored by The Glen Town Center. Register here beginning March 6. Stars on Strings: A Puppet Extravaganza — Saturday, March 21, 11:15 AM-Noon. Location: Park Center Lakeview Room, 2400 Chestnut, Glenview. Chicago’s premier marionette artist Dave Herzog will be joined by puppeteer extraordinaire Marc Dunworth for a very special and rare performance—the best of the best in one spectacular variety show. String puppets will magically skate, juggle, tumble, and transform. Two puppeteers mean double the fun and lots of surprises, too. Free tickets distributed at the “World Record Challenge.” World Puppetry Maker Fair — Saturday, March 21, 1-3:30 PM. Location: Glenview Public Library, Community Room. Featuring an international puppetry exhibit, make-and-take puppet crafts, and an interactive shadow puppet studio. Learn what it takes to tell stories in three dimensions. All ages are invited for hands-on exploration of different types of puppets, as professional puppeteers and local organizations share their enthusiasm and expertise. Just drop in.
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When Art Meets Design — Friday, March 6 – Wednesday, May 6. Glenview artist Claudia Bianchi started painting at age nine, experimenting with many art forms throughout her life. Claudia’s profession as a product designer and textile artist has been hugely influential—her design skills and personal art intimately intertwined. A watercolor she painted is turned into tablecloth patterns. Graphic design influences her personal canvases. Discarded threads from a textile project find their way into a painting. Whether it is her new nature series, a comic she is working on with her son, or honing her watercolor skills while painting with her mom, Claudia’s sunlit studio in her Glenview home is infused with the reminder of how life affects art.
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Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk. Little Women of Baghlan: A Diary, A Nurse, Kabul & The Peace Corps — Tuesday, March 3, 7-8 PM, Community Room. A forgotten diary comes alive in this true account of a young woman who answers the call to service and adventure in pre-Taliban Afghanistan. Jo Carter’s story, as told by Susan Fox, rivals the intrigue and suspense of any novel, unfolding against the backdrop of a country at the crossroads of Russia, India, Pakistan, and Iran. Celebrating Women’s History Month. Register here. On the Road with The Oil Lamp Theater — Tuesday, March 10, 7-8:30 PM, Community Room. Our neighbors at the Oil Lamp Theater have been providing a unique professional theater experience since 2005. The Theater’s cast is on the road this spring with All or Nothing, a performance of four plays specially selected for community performances. Discounted tickets for the upcoming season can be reserved and the Theater’s signature cookies will be served. Register here. Jigs, Reels & A Little Bit of Rowdy: Life’s Too Short Not to Be Irish — Sunday, March 15, 2-3 PM, Community Room. Pat Gaughan and L.J. Slavin are known for their riveting programs of Irish music. Pat’s vocals on lovely lyrical ballads and L.J.’s lively instrumental on the fiddle or pennywhistle, will bring the heart and soul of Irish music to you. Register here. Bigger Than Life: Bette Davis Live! — Tuesday, March 24, 7-8 PM, Community Room. Few actresses in the history of film rival Bette Davis’s longevity and appeal. By 1942, she was the highest paid woman in America and had two Academy Awards to her credit. This witty, sharp portrayal by Library favorite Leslie Goddard reveals Davis as a riveting personality and ultimate star of Hollywood’s golden age. Celebrating Women’s History Month. Register here.
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Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7700, or visit the Reference Services Desk. Cook County Matters — Thursday, March 26, 7-8 PM, Community Room. County governments provide essential services. Cook County has principle responsibility for providing public health services, supports public safety, administers the property tax system, and is responsible for other government services, including registering voters and conducting elections. This program provides an overview of how Cook County government works, including some of the current “hot topics” of which residents should be aware. A nonpartisan program sponsored by the League of Women Voters. Register here. Concussions: What to Know — Monday, March 30, 10-11 AM, Community Room. ATTENTION student athletes and parents! SLICE is a fun, interactive education program presented by the Sports Legacy Institute that teaches student athletes in grades 4-12 and their parents about concussions through discussion, video, and interactive games. Register here.
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GLENergy presents: What You Should Know About Medicare 2015 & Observation vs. Inpatient Stays — Friday, March 6, 1-2 PM, Community Room East. Melissa Versch, LCSW, North Shore Senior Center Health Insurance Program Coordinator, will discuss Medicare changes for 2015. This is a wonderful opportunity for those new to Medicare, as well as Medicare veterans, to gain a better understanding of their benefits. Kathleen Moriarty, RN BSN, NorthShore University HealthSystem Director, Care Management/Social Services will also discuss how a patient is admitted to the hospital and the issues surrounding observation vs. inpatient stay. Time will be allotted for questions and answers following the presentation. GLENergy is a partner program with the Village of Glenview Senior Services and North Shore Senior Center. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk. One-On-One CJE Senior Life Counseling — Tuesday, March 24, 9:30 AM-Noon, Second Floor Study Room. 30-minute appointments. Do you have questions about retirement or health insurance options? CJE SeniorLife Resource Specialists provide counseling to adults 60 and over, their families, and caregivers. Counseling includes topics such as the selection of appropriate retirement benefits, picking the right health insurance and Medicare programs, determining housing needs, and identifying supportive resources. For more information and to make an appointment, call Kathy Gaeding at CJE SeniorLife, 773-508-1054. Bingo Buddies: Intergenerational Fun — Tuesday, March 31, 2-3 PM, Community Room. Seniors! Volunteer to host an afternoon of fun with Bingo Games. Seniors will assist children in navigating their cards and playing the game. Call 847-729-7500 x 7900 to volunteer.
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GlenVIEWINGS SPRING FILM SERIES
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Competitive or Obsessed? Strong or Foolish? Courageous or Cruel? This season’s films examine both the best, and the worst, of our human condition. A casual audience-led discussion follows matinee screenings. Just drop in. Visit GlenVIEWINGS online to learn about the other films in the spring series. THE DARK SIDE OF COMPETITION Whiplash (107min/R/2014) — Friday, March 20, 2 & 6:30 PM, Community Room. An ambitious young jazz drummer is discovered by an instructor known for his teaching talents—and his terrifying methods. The musician’s passion to achieve perfection spirals into obsession, pushing him to the brink of insanity. Foxcatcher (134min/R/2014) — Sunday, March 29, 1:30 PM, Community Room. A gripping psychological drama based on actual events. Extremely competitive brothers and an eccentric multi-millionaire join forces to form Team Foxcatcher to train for the Olympics. A desperate obsession for greatness ultimately ends in tragedy.
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Adult Book Discussion Groups
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Book selections are available at the Reader Services Desk one month prior to meetings. New members are always welcome. Unless otherwise noted, just drop in. The 2015 discussion schedule for each group is available if you would like to read ahead. Page Turners — Monday, March 2, 1 PM, Community Room East. TransAtlantic by Colum McCann. Spanning 150 years and two continents, this saga ties Frederick Douglass' 1845 journey to Ireland with the first trans-Atlantic flight made in 1919 by two British aviators and the work of U.S. Senator George Mitchell on the 1998 Good Friday Agreement. These great men and the events they're connected to are also linked to a servant girl named Lily, who in 1846 leaves Dublin for New York. Meets monthly. Book Bites: Reading Social — Thursday, March 5, 7 PM. Location: The Glenview House, 1843 Glenview Road, Glenview. The March selection is A Land More Kind than Home by Wiley Cash. Jess Hall, growing up deep in the heart of an unassuming mountain town that believes in protecting its own, is plunged into an adulthood for which he is not prepared when his autistic older brother, Stump, sneaks a look at something he isn’t supposed to, which has catastrophic repercussions. Co-sponsored by the Niles Public Library. Visit facebook.com/nilesglenviewbookbites for details. Meets monthly. Much Ado About Mysteries — Thursday, March 12, 7 PM. Discussion Topic— Award Winners: The Edgars. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk. Meets quarterly. All Things Spanish — Wednesday, March 18, 7-8:30 PM. All Things Spanish seeks to soak up and enjoy Spanish/Latino culture in all forms—from literature and language to music, film, and food. A meeting may include a Spanish short story reading, a Spanish film, or a discussion of hot topics. This adult group is made up of native and non-native Spanish speakers, some hoping to improve their Spanish and others looking to maintain their language skills. The meetings are conducted primarily in Spanish. For more information or to sign up for group updates, contact Carolyn Ramirez at cramirez@glenviewpl.org. Meets monthly. BOOKit! Nonfiction Book Group — Wednesday, March 25, 7 PM. Behind the Beautiful Forevers: Life, Death, and Hope in a Mumbai Undercity by Katherine Boo. In a makeshift settlement near the Mumbai airport, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Katherine Boo profiles a Muslim teen, an ambitious rural mother, and a young scrap metal thief, illuminating their efforts to make their lives better. Meets bimonthly.
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One-On-One Financial Planning — Tuesday, March 17, 9 OR 10 AM, Second Floor Study Room. Schedule a free one-hour consultation with a Certified Financial Planner®. Please register at 847-729-7500 x 7700 or the Reference Services Desk. Free Adult Literacy Classes — Tuesdays and Thursdays through May 19. A unique opportunity for native and non-native English speakers to improve their reading and writing skills. A small, friendly group, led by a teacher and volunteer tutors meets twice weekly. Classes are conducted by Oakton Community College in the Glenview Library’s Community Room West. Call 847-635-1426 for details.
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Exploring eBooks Workshops & Tutorials
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MyMediaMall & Zinio Individual Appointments — Mondays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 10 AM-1 PM. Meet with trained Library staff for a 45-minute one-on-one session and learn how to download an eBook, eAudiobook, or eMagazine to your portable device. Visit or call the Reader Services Desk at 847-729-7500 x 7600 to register and for appointment locations. Glenview Library card required. MyMediaMall & Zinio in the Lobby — Tuesday, March 24, 2-4 PM. Explore the Library’s digital book and magazine collections, MyMediaMall and Zinio, and learn about downloading eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines to your portable device. Sessions will be conveniently held in the Library Lobby. Just drop in.
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Beginning Genealogy — Tuesday, March 24, 10-11:30 AM, Technology Lab. Learn the basic steps and resources to start searching your family tree. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7700, or visit the Reference Services Desk.
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Unless otherwise noted, registration with a Glenview Library card is required and workshops are held in the Technology Lab. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7700, or visit the Reference Services Desk. Beyond Google Group — Monday, March 2, 7-8:30 PM. Internet savvy is just a click away. Explore the latest Internet developments and search techniques. Your questions direct the discussion—bring them with you. New members are welcome. Just drop in. WORD 2010 Basics — Tuesday, March 10, 2-3:30 PM. Overall introduction to this popular word processing software. Register here. iPad & iPhone Workshops — Bring your iPad or iPhone to these interactive workshops, presented by The MacMentor, Geoff Horwitz. Devices must be charged and in working order. Due to their popularity, patrons are limited to one “Getting Started” and one “Going Further” session. Limit 20. Multipurpose Room. Getting Started — Thursday, March 12, 7-8 PM. Learn the external features, buttons & apps. Register here. Going Further — Monday, March 23, 7-8 PM. Learn settings, messaging, calendar & notes. Register here. Internet Searching Basics — Tuesday, March 17, 2-3:30 PM. Lost in the Internet? We’ll help you find your way. Learn how to find and evaluate useful websites. Register here. EXCEL 2010 Basics — Wednesday, March 18, 2-3:30 PM. Learn the layout of the EXCEL spreadsheet, how to input data, and the basics for writing formulas. Register here. WORD 2010 Formatting & Images — Tuesday, March 31, 2-3:30 PM. Format your document and learn how to work with pictures and clip art. Register here.
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Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk. AP U.S. History Practice Test — Saturday, March 7, 12-4 PM (Grades 9-12), Youth Program Room. C2 Education will present a practice test for the Advanced Placement U.S. History Exam. An excellent way to work on sample problems and design a study plan. Bring two pencils. Limit 40. Register here. Game Night! — Friday, March 13, 5-9 PM (Ages 13-18), Community Room. Play with the Library’s game systems and collections on big screens. Pizza is generously donated by Marco’s Pizza. Enter for a chance to win a Game Stop gift card at the March 13 Game Night in honor of Teen Tech Week. Register here. ACT Prep Test — Saturday, March 14, 12-4 PM (Grades 9-12), Multipurpose Room. Professional tutors from College Nannies and Tutors of Glenview will guide you through a practice ACT test. A great way to gain testing experience in a relaxed environment. Three hours to complete the test and one hour to review answers. Bring pencils and a calculator. Limit 40. Register here.
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Unless otherwise noted, registration is required and preference is given to Glenview Library cardholders. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7900, or visit the Youth Services Desk. Northern Lights: Winter Homework Help Center (grades 1-8) — Tuesdays through March 24, 6-7:30 PM, Youth Program Room. High School volunteers can help shine a light on your student’s homework. Thirty-minute sessions for homework, reading, and math skills practice will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Children may be grouped by subject and grade level. Just drop in. Winter Toddlertime (two-year-olds) — Through March 26, Youth Program Room. Mondays: 9:30-10 AM OR 10:30-11 AM. Thursdays: 9:30-10 AM OR 10:30-11 AM, Youth Program Room. Parent or caregiver must be present. Call Youth Services to check for openings. Tully Academy Irish Dancers (families) — Sunday, March 1, 2-2:45 PM. Location: The Book Market at Hangar One, 2651 Navy Blvd., The Glen Town Center. Sheila Tully Academy performers entertain with traditional Irish dances. Registration is underway here. Co-sponsored by The Glen Town Center. Drop-In Chess Club (up to grade 8) — Friday, March 6, 7-8:30 PM, Youth Program Room. Learn fundamentals and improve your strategy with volunteer chess instructor, Steve Levenson. Bring your own chess set if possible. Children ages 8 and under must be accompanied by a parent. Kids Club Special Event! Flight-to-Fun Kids Club: Irish Story Magic with Chris McBrien (ages 2-6) — Saturday, March 7, 10:30-11:15 AM. Location: The Book Market at Hangar One, 2651 Navy Blvd., The Glen Town Center. Leprechauns, flutes, magic, and puppets. Join multi-talented Chris McBrien as he celebrates Ireland through magic, ventriloquism, and storytelling. Flight-to-Fun Kids Club is co-sponsored by The Glen Town Center. Registration is underway here. Kennicott Arrival Day (families) — Sunday, March 8, 2-3 PM, Community Room. A visionary horticulturist, a medical doctor, a scientist and educator—Dr. John A. Kennicott brought his family to settle on the land that we now know as The Grove. Enjoy a historical video tour through The Grove as Grandpa shares stories with his granddaughter. Meet historical characters from The Grove Heritage Association. Register here. Little Wigglers Storytime (ages birth-23 months) — Wednesdays, March 11 & 25, 9:30-10:15 AM OR 10:30-11:15 AM, Youth Program Room. Develop the foundations for early literacy with guidance from your Librarian. Learn songs, rhymes, and stories while making new friends. Lots of wiggle-time, too. Space is limited. Tickets will be given out to Glenview Library cardholders beginning 30-minutes prior to Storytime sessions. Storytime & Snacks (ages 2 & up with caregiver) — Wednesday, March 11, 10:30-11 AM OR 11:15-11:45 AM. Location: Whole Foods Market Northbrook, 840 Willow Road, Northbrook. Join Mrs. Schmitt for stories and fun in the Lifestyle Center. Younger siblings welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Just drop in. LEGO® Club (grades 1-4) — Wednesday, March 11, 4-5 PM, Youth Program Room. Junior LEGO® engineers, architects, and inventors—dabble, design, and dream at our monthly free-build. Space is limited. Register here. Smile & Rhyme Storytime (ages 2 & up with caregiver) — Friday, March 13, 10:30-11 AM. Location: Heinen’s Grocery Store, 1020 Waukegan Road, Glenview. Miss Fran shares stories, rhymes, and songs in the Café. Snack and chat after the program. Younger siblings welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Just drop in. Romp & Rhyme (ages 12-24 months) — Saturday, March 14, 11 AM-Noon, Community Room. A special library time to play and share rhymes, stories, and songs. Parent or caregiver must be present. Just drop in. YMCA Preschool Art Classes (ages 3-5 with an adult) — Wednesday, March 18, 10-10:45 AM, Youth Program Room. The North Suburban YMCA Art Academy provides experiences for preschoolers to create art. Parent or caregiver must be present. Register here. Family Storytime (ages 2-6 with family) — Thursday, March 19, 6:15-6:45 PM OR Friday, March 20, 10-10:30 AM, Community Room West. Bring the whole family for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun. Please Note: Thursday Storytime content will be repeated on Friday morning. Space is limited. Tickets will be given out to Glenview Library cardholders beginning 30-minutes prior to Storytime sessions. Bingo Buddies: Intergenerational Fun (grades 1-5) — Tuesday, March 31, 2-3 PM, Community Room. Ocean Creatures Bingo! Food Bingo! Storybook Bingo! Glenview senior citizens will host an afternoon of fun. Enjoy themed games and changing patterns while you make new friends. Seniors will assist children in navigating their cards and playing the game. Snacks and prizes provided by Heinen’s Grocery Store Glenview. Register here.
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Glenview Public Library Board of Trustees
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Next Board Meeting — Thursday, March 19, 7:30 PM Library Conference Room, Second FloorThe Library Board of Trustees, elected by the residents of the Incorporated Village of Glenview, IL, meets every third Thursday of the month. Please verify Board of Trustee meetings here or call the Business Office at 847-729-7500. All Glenview Public Library Board of Trustee meetings are open to the public. Additional information about the Trustees is available on the Library's website.
If you have any questions or suggestions about this e-newsletter, or library programs and services, please feel free to contact us via Speak Up! e-form. LIVING OUR MISSION The Glenview Public Library provides a welcoming environment that encourages lifelong learning with access to the world of information and ideas. The Library’s innovative programs and services strive to educate, enrich, inspire, and entertain to meet the needs of a diverse community, fostered by a dedicated staff committed to excellence in customer service. Glenview Public Library - 1930 Glenview Road Glenview, IL 60025 - 847-729-7500 www.glenviewpl.org
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