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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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Holiday Closing — The Library will be closed Sunday, May 29 and Monday, May 30 for Memorial Day weekend. No materials are due on dates when the Library is closed.
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Seniors & School Age Intergenerational Book Chat: A Long Way from Chicago by Richard Peck (seniors 50+ & grades 3-5) — Thursday, May 12, 7-8 PM, Youth Program Room. Join us for an engaging discussion of a Newbery Honor title. Set during the Great Depression, this entertaining book relates the adventures of Chicago-dwelling siblings during their annual summertime visit to their grandmother’s rural Illinois town. Books are available at both Reader and Youth Services Desks. Please register here, call 847-729-7500, or visit the Reader or Youth Services Desks. Page to Stage: Stanley vs. Stanley — Monday, May 16, 7-8 PM, Community Room. This spring, the critically acclaimed Writers Theatre celebrates the opening of its new theatre building in Glencoe. The 2016 From Page to Stage event series is centered on its innovative new play in collaboration with The Second City, Death of a Streetcar Named Virginia Woolf: A Parody. To explore the nature of this parody, you’ll meet two versions of Stanley Kowalski, an American character indelibly marked in our collective theatrical memory—as portrayed by professional actors Michael Perez, from the current production, and Matt Hawkins, from Writers Theatre’s 2010 production of A Streetcar Named Desire. Please register here, call 847-729-7500, or visit the Reader Services Desk. Friends of the Glenview Library Special Program: NATIONAL PARKS. NATIONAL PRIDE. — Wednesday, May 18, 7 PM, Community Room ($20 per person). Join the Friends of the Glenview Library in the year-long celebration of the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service, a century of conservation and preservation. Chicago actor RJ Lindsey, speaking as Stephen T. Mather (the first director of the National Park Service), will tell Mather’s story. Coffee and conversation will follow the program. There will also be a drawing for the National Geographic book, The National Parks. Call 847-998-0893 for program details and reservations. People & Trees: A Growing Relationship — Thursday, May 19, 7 PM, Community Room. Trees cool our cities and towns, soak up storm water, provide food and shelter for birds, and beautify our surroundings. Our relationship to trees can be quite personal. Glenview residents can celebrate the size, importance, and grandeur of trees to be honored by nominating them for registry in the Village’s Heritage Tree program. Come learn about this program and the many ways we can help Glenview’s trees thrive. Presented by Robyn Flakne, Natural Resources Manager, Village of Glenview. Please register here, call 847-729-7500, or visit the Reference Services Desk.
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A New Slant on the Old West — Through Wednesday, May 11. Gallery Talk: Tuesday, May 3, 6:15 PM. Artist: Karen Barrie. In Karen’s words, “I love the moments: tooled saddle creaking with the horse’s rhythm; glints of pink and gold on a sorrel’s glossy shoulder; a skinny cowboy crossing his arms and leaning on a corral rail. Impressions like these become a blast furnace of unexpected color in my brain that pulls the rug out from under my urban experience. The myth of the Old West puts a new slant on how I view life. My paintings are a city slicker’s embrace of sun and pine and dust. A moment between swinging my leg over the saddle and settling into it. A minute of boot heels clomping on a plank floor. An hour of fiddle music by campfire as the door to yesteryear swings open. My Western Series celebrates this world and those who shared their own West with me." A New Season in ART— Friday, May 13-Wednesday, July 13 The Landscape in ART— Friday, July 15-Wednesday, September 14 For over thirty years, Amdur Productions, a nationally acclaimed arts festival production company, has organized and directed many of the Midwest’s most prestigious juried art festivals, including the annual ART AT THE GLEN FESTIVAL. Nothing speaks of the spirit of summer more than a leisurely afternoon stroll through a community art festival. The Glenview Public Library will be privileged to showcase artists from the ART AT THE GLEN FESTIVAL (August 6-7) during the late spring and summer Art in the Library exhibit program. Preview the vibrant art scene, then soak in a contemplative selection of landscape artists in two exhibits specially curated for the Glenview Library. The mission of Amdur Productions expresses a deep belief in community art. The Glenview Library shares this vision for community art and welcomes this talented group of artists to the Art in the Library exhibit program.
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Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk. THE AMERICAN CHARACTER Sing It Out! The American Spirit Through Song — Tuesday, May 3, 7-8 PM, Community Room. Mark Dvorak, master musician, storyteller, and songwriter, captures the American character through song. From cowboy ballads to folk favorites, hop on board as we crisscross the country in this musical adventure. Pair it! Arrive at 6:15 PM for the Art in the Library Gallery Talk, A New Slant on the Old West. Register here. Town Without Pity: The Spoon River Anthology — Tuesday, May 10, 7-8:30 PM, Community Room. Journey back in time to Spoon River, Illinois and its cemetery—where a host of unforgettable American characters sprang to life to read their epitaphs and share their secrets. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of Edgar Lee Masters’ American classic, Allan Ruter and a readers' troupe will present a blending of literary history, interpretative reading, and images from Ruter’s recent visits to Masters’ hometown. Register here. Tuesday Night at the Movies: Iris (79min/PG-13/2014) — Tuesday, May 24, 7-8:30 PM, Community Room. Legendary filmmaker Albert Maysles directed this documentary about Iris Apfel, a quick-witted 93-year-old outsized presence on the New York fashion scene. A true American character. Just drop in.
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A casual audience-led discussion follows matinee screenings. Just drop in. SCANDAL! Spotlight (128min/R/2015) — Sunday, May 15, 1:30 PM, Community Room. The true story of how the Boston Globe uncovered the massive scandal of abuse and cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, shaking the entire Catholic Church to its core. Oscar winner for Best Picture. The Big Short (130min/R/2015) — Friday, May 20, 2 & 6:30 PM, Community Room. Four outsiders in the world of high finance predicted the credit and housing collapse of the mid-2000s, taking on the big banks for their lack of foresight and greed. A serious, complicated subject approached with an impressive attention to detail. Delivered with a well-acted, scathingly funny indictment of its real-life villains. Oscar-nominated for Best Picture.
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GLENergy presents Effective Communication & Caregiving Options for Family Members of People Living with Memory Loss — Friday, May 6, 1-2 PM, Community Room. Memory loss affects the whole family. Mary Lu Osterberg, LCPC, Clinical Manager of North Shore Senior Center House of Welcome, will present techniques to help increase your knowledge of effective ways to communicate with people with memory loss. Caregiving options will also be discussed. 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. CJE SeniorLife Counseling — Tuesday, May 24, 9:30 AM-Noon, Second Floor Study Room. 30-minute appointments. Do you have questions about retirement and health insurance options? CJE SeniorLife (CJE) Resource Specialists provide counseling to adults 60 and over, their families, and caregivers. Counseling includes topics such as selecting 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.
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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. Just drop in. Page Turners — Monday, May 2, 1 PM, Community Room East. The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henriquez. The author interweaves the story of two starcrossed lovers and their families with the testimonials of men and women who have come to the United States from all over Latin America in this novel of hopes and dreams, guilt and love. Meets monthly. BookBites: Reading Social — Thursday, May 5, 7 PM. The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin. Location: Hackney’s on Lake, 1514 E. Lake Avenue, Glenview. A middle-aged bookseller mourning his lost wife, a feisty publisher’s rep, and a charmingly precocious abandoned child come together on a small island off the New England coast in this utterly delightful novel about love and second chances. Co-sponsored by the Niles Public Library. Visit the BookBites Facebook page for details. Meets monthly. All Things Spanish — Wednesday, May 18, 7-8:30 PM, Multipurpose Room. The All Things Spanish group invites both native and non-native Spanish speakers to join the fun while practicing their language skills and expanding their love for Spanish/Latino culture. A meeting may include reading a Spanish short story, watching a Spanish film, discussing hot topics, and more. Meetings are conducted primarily in Spanish. Contact Carolyn Ramirez at cramirez@glenviewpl.org for more information or to sign up for group updates. Meets monthly. BOOKit! Nonfiction Book Group — Wednesday, May 25, 7 PM, Multipurpose Room. Gary Shteyngart’s provocative and hilarious memoir tells the story of his disastrous attempts to fit in America after his family emigrates from Soviet-era Leningrad. Nicknamed “Little Failure” by his mother, Gary finds his salvation by developing a “pathological” love of reading, which ultimately leads him to pursue a successful career as a novelist. Meets bimonthly.
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Adult Literacy Classes: Spring Session — Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 3, 5, 10 & 12, 9:15 AM-12:15 PM. 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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Career Counseling Appointments — Tuesday, May 10, 9 AM-Noon, Second Floor Study Room. Six 30-minute appointments available. Consult with a career expert for resume help and job search strategies for any stage of your career. Call 847-729-7500 x 7700 or visit the Reference Services Desk to register. Financial Planning Appointments — Tuesday, May 17, 9 OR 10 AM, Second Floor Study Room. Need a financial tune-up? Schedule a free one-hour consultation with a Certified Financial Planner™. Call 847-729-7500 x 7700 or visit the Reference Services Desk to register.
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Exploring Downloadable Services
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hoopla, MyMediaMall & Zinio Individual Appointments — Mondays, May 2, 9, 16 & 23, 10 AM-1 PM. Meet with trained Library staff for a 45-minute one-on-one session and learn how to download ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, movies, TV shows or music to your portable device. Visit or call the Reader Services Desk at 847-729-7500 x 7600 for questions, to register, and for appointment locations. Glenview Library card required. Introduction to hoopla: Downloading Audiobooks, Movies, TV Shows & Music — Tuesday, May 17, 10-11:30 AM, Technology Lab, Second Floor. Discover the Glenview Library’s downloadable collection of free, downloadable audiobooks, movies, TV shows, and music. Learn how to access hoopla, browse the digital collection and checkout/download materials to your computer, eReader, tablet or mobile device. Instruction will be followed by Q & A’s. Glenview Library card required. Please register here, call 847-729-7500, or visit the Reader Services Desk.
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Registration and Glenview Library card required unless otherwise noted. Classes are held in the Technology Lab. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7700, or visit the Reference Services Desk. Tech Talk — Monday, May 2, 7-8:30 PM. Join this Internet user discussion group—a monthly Q&A for exploring websites, apps, social media, online searching, and the Library’s electronic resources. Bring your mobile device with you to learn how to access library resources on the go. Topics vary monthly. Just drop in. Travel Planning Online — Thursday, May 5, 2-3:30 PM. Learn to use Internet tools for travel planning, purchasing airline tickets, and finding vacation packages online. Register here. Census Records — Wednesday, May 11, 10-11:30 AM. Census records can provide many clues about your family history. Learn how to search these records online. Register here. PowerPoint 2010 Basics — Tuesday, May 17, 7-8:30 PM. Learn to create presentations and standalone slideshows for work, school or personal use. Register here. Craigslist — Friday, May 20, 10-11:30 AM. Navigate the ins and outs of online classified ads on this popular website. This class will focus on buying/selling, searching rental ads, and avoiding scams. Register here. WORD 2010: Styles, Tables & Images — Tuesday, May 24, 2-3:30 PM. Learn how to work with styles, pictures, and tables to take your document beyond basic formatting. Basic WORD skills required. Register here.
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Free Comic Book Day (Ages 13-18) — Saturday, May 7, 9 AM–5 PM. Celebrate Free Comic Book Day! Stop by the Teen Scene to pick up a comic book, courtesy of Pastimes Comics & Games Niles. Video Game Night (Ages 13-18) — Friday, May 13, 5-8:30 PM, Community Room. Play with the Library’s game systems and collections on big screens. Pizza is generously donated by Goode & Fresh Pizza Bakery. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk.
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For Children and Families
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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. StoryWalk®: Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses — Through Sunday, May 22. Welcome back to the Storybook Trail in Little Bear Garden at Gallery Park, 2001 Patriot Blvd. Stroll, bounce, hop, or better yet, bike along the path to read about Pete the Cat and his friends. Going from grumpy to groovy, they learn how awesome a positive outlook can be. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and was developed in collaboration with the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition and the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Presented by the Glenview Park District, the Bike Glenview Initiative, and the Glenview Public Library. Time Travel Tuesday (grades 1-4) — Tuesday, May 3, 4:15-5:15 PM, Youth Program Room. Join us as we explore and experiment with science of the past. Please leave all Flux Capacitors and TARDISes at home. Space is limited. Register here. Make-It & Take-It — Thursday, May 5, 10 AM-1 PM, Youth Program Room. Children, with parents or caregivers, are invited to stop by during the designated hours and create a May flower craft to take home. Just drop in. Drop-In Chess Club (up to grade 8) — Friday, May 6, 7-8:30 PM, Youth Program Room. Volunteer chess instructor Steve Levenson teaches fundamentals & strategy. If possible, please bring your own chess set. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by a parent. Superhero Saturday — Saturday, May 7, 1-3 PM, Community Room. In honor of Free Comic Book Day, we invite all area superheroes to join us for an afternoon of fun. Be ready to test your superpowers and meet some of your favorite characters. Costumes and capes encouraged but not required. Stop by the Youth Services Desk (while supplies last) to pick up a free comic book, too. Courtesy of Pastimes Comics Niles. Just drop in. Smile & Rhyme Storytime (ages 2 & up with adult) — Tuesday, May 10, 10:30-11 AM. Location: Heinen’s Grocery Store, 1020 Waukegan Road, Glenview. Miss Fran shares stories, rhymes, and songs in the Café. Stay for a snack and to chat after the program. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Just drop in. LEGO® Club (grades 1-6) — Tuesday, May 10, 4-5 PM (grades 1-2), Youth Program Room. Wednesday, May 11, 4-5 PM (grades 3-6), Youth Program Room. Calling all Master Builders...join us for our monthly free-build. We provide the LEGO®, you supply the ideas, and everything will be awesome. Space is limited. Mrs. Schmitt’s Drop-In Storytime (ages 2 & up with adult) — Thursday, May 12, 10:30-11 AM. Mrs. Schmitt brings her stories and fun to the Library. Join us in the Youth Services Preschool Area. MINECRAFT Meet Up (grades 4-8) — Friday, May 13, 6-7:30 PM, Technology Lab, Second Floor. Come get pixelated with us. Use your own account or play on one of the Library’s. Space is limited. Register here. Baby Signs® (ages 0-3) — Saturday, May 14, 10:30-11:15 AM & Tuesday, May 17, 10-10:45 AM, Community Room West. Pre-readers learn sign language with their families—new vocabulary, songs, and play activities each month. Led by Jamie Stevens, ASL interpreter and certified Baby Signs® instructor. Tickets will be given out to Glenview Library cardholders beginning 30-minutes prior to Storytime sessions. YMCA Preschool Art Classes (ages 3-5 with an adult) — Tuesday, May 17, 1:30-2:15 PM, Youth Program Room. The North Suburban YMCA Art Academy provides opportunities for preschoolers to create art. Parent or caregiver must be present. Register here. Stuffed Animal Slumber Party — Friday, May 20, 6:30-7:15 PM, Community Room. Calling all (slumber) party animals! Bring a stuffed animal, enjoy a craft and special bedtime stories, then tuck in your friends, kiss them goodnight, and say goodbye. Pick them up Saturday morning and see all the fun they had overnight. Register here. SPECIAL EVENT! Laura Doherty & The Heartbeats — Saturday, May 21, 11 AM. Location: The Book Market at Hanger One, 2651 Navy Blvd., The Glen Town Center. Kickstart your heart at this special Saturday morning, all-ages show. Co-sponsored by The Glen Town Center. Registration begins May 6. Register here. Spark Park (grades K-2) — Thursday, May 26, 4:30-5:15 PM, Youth Program Room. Young Einsteins needed for hands-on explorations of STEAM topics. Space is limited. Register here.
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Glenview Public Library Board of Trustees
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Next Board Meeting — Thursday, May 19, 7:30 PM Library Conference Room, Second Floor
The 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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