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Events By EmailFebruary 2015
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Welcome to Events by Email, a monthly publication by the Glenview Public Library. This electronic newsletter provides you with breaking news and 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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Resident Open House — Mark your calendar for the annual Resident Open House, Saturday, February 21, 9-11:30 AM, Glenview Park Center. Learn more about the Village, Park District, Library, Schools, Chamber of Commerce, Township, Glenbrook Hospital, and Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC). Refreshments, crafts, and more. Just drop in. Sponsored by the Village of Glenview; coordinated by the Glenview Communicators.
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MOVIES MATTER: The Homestretch (89min/2014) From Homelessness to Hope — Sunday, February 8, 1:30-3:30 PM, Community Room. Kartemquin Films brings us this moving documentary about three homeless teenagers who brave Chicago winters, the pressures of high school, and life alone on the streets to build a brighter future. Against all odds, these kids defy stereotypes as they create new, surprising definitions of home. Can they recover from the traumas of abandonment and homelessness and build the future they dream of? View the film, meet the teenagers, and join in the discussion. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk. American Eagle presents…Tales of Olympus — Sunday, February 15, 2-2:45 PM. Location: The Book Market at Hangar One, 2651 Navy Blvd., The Glen Town Center. Holy Thunderbolts! Meet Zeus and other Greek gods and goddesses as they peer down upon our world from Mount Olympus. An entertaining and colorful journey of music and adventure. Great family fun. Co-sponsored by The Glen Town Center. Register here. Book Discussion Network — Monday, February 16, 7-8 PM, Multipurpose Room. Calling all book discussion lovers and leaders! Join Library staff for an evening filled with book discussion ideas. Learn about staff’s favorite discussion titles and discover resources available through the Library that will help in leading your own discussion group. Participants will also have the opportunity to share success stories from their individual groups. Refreshments will be served. Limit 20. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk.
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Special Winter Collection
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Socks for Soles — Help warm the soles of our community’s neediest this winter season. Nothing is more reassuring as winter sets in than warm feet, hands, and heads. Fill the collection bin in the Library Lobby with socks, mittens, gloves, hats, and sweaters. New items appreciated; all sizes for all ages. Delivery to the Northfield Township Pantry throughout the winter season.
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Snow, Glorious Snow: The Calendar as Muse — Through Wednesday, March 4. Chicago native Shalisha Erenberg finds her inspiration in the seasonal rhythm of the Midwestern calendar. While some may complain about Chicago winters, Shalisha views our long winters not as an enemy, but as a powerful muse. She sees beauty in the sound of her feet crunching over freshly fallen snow, and in the patterns and texture of flurries falling from the sky or the light from the stars that makes the snow sparkle. The calendar guides her hand as she combines color and texture to evoke and express emotion and feeling. As you view this exhibit, you may be dusting snow off your jacket, but you will be embraced by Shalisha’s interpretation of the season…and a hopeful hint of warmer days to come. Gallery Talk: Sunday, February 15, 1:30 PM in the Library Lobby.
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Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk. Lyric Opera of Chicago Lecture Series: The Passenger by Mieczyslaw Weinberg — Thursday, February 12, 7-8:30 PM, Multipurpose Room. Tales of intrigue, love, and death from the 2014/15 Lyric Opera season. Moderated by Lyric Opera docents. Register here. Jazzin’ Sunday: Love Notes Petra Van Nuis & Andy Brown — Sunday, February 15, 2-3 PM, Community Room. Our favorite jazz couple returns with a special Valentine’s performance. Petra’s sophisticated vocals and Andy’s unique brand of jazz guitar will meld together in this ode to love and romance—melting away the chill of a winter’s day. Register here. Chocolate, Yes! Chocolate …From Mole to Mousse — Sunday, February 22, 2-3 PM, Community Room. From its ceremonial role in Mayan culture to the most delicate of Belgian confections, chocolate is divine, delectable, and can be the most soothing of all foods for the soul. Chef Michael Maddox is back in the kitchen and will treat us to chocolate delights, both sweet and savory. Tasting included. Register here.
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GLENergy presents The Life of Dr. John A. Kennicott: Pioneer Doctor, Educator & Horticulturalist — Friday, February 6, 1-2 PM, Community Room. Dr. John A. Kennicott was a visionary horticulturalist and medical doctor who made many important contributions to the fields of science, education, and agriculture. In 1836, Dr. John Kennicott and his family ventured north from New Orleans to settle on the land that we now know as The Grove. Steve Swanson, Director of the Grove National Historic Landmark, will pay tribute to Dr. Kennicott and highlight his life’s accomplishments. 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, February 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.
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GlenVIEWINGS Film Series: Life's Journeys
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“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” (Lao Tzu). Inner journeys or outward explorations—both can nourish the soul and define one’s path in life. This season’s selections focus on films about life’s journeys, so often of self-discovery. A casual audience-led discussion follows matinee screenings. Just drop in. Visit GlenVIEWINGS online to learn about the other films in the winter series. MOVIES MATTER: The Homestretch (89min/2014) From Homelessness to Hope — Sunday, February 8, 1:30-3:30 PM. See LIBRARY HIGHLIGHTS. Get On Up (139 min/PG-13/2014) — Friday, February 20, 2 & 6:30 PM, Community Room. Commemorate Black History Month with this chronicle of singer, songwriter, and activist James Brown’s rise from extreme poverty in the deep South to become one of the most influential musicians in history—the Godfather of Soul. The Theory of Everything (123 min/PG-13/2014) — Friday, February 27, 2 & 6:30 PM, Community Room. The Winter Series’ final journey is the extraordinary story of one of the world’s greatest living minds, the renowned astrophysicist Stephen Hawking (Eddie Redmayne) who falls deeply in love with fellow Cambridge student, Jane Wilde (Felicity Jones). At 21, Hawking learns that he has motor neuron disease, but despite this – and with Jane at his side – he begins an ambitious study of time. Based on the memoir Travelling to Infinity: My Life with Stephen, by Jane Hawking.
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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. The 2015 discussion schedule for each group is available if you would like to read ahead. Page Turners — Monday, February 2, 1 PM, Community Room East. The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman. Set on a remote Australian island, a childless couple lives quietly running a lighthouse, until a boat carrying a baby washes ashore. Meets monthly. Book Bites: Reading Social — Thursday, February 5, 7 PM. Location: The Glenview House, 1843 Glenview Road, Glenview. The February selection is Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience and Redemption by Laura Hillenbrand. Relates the story of a U.S. airman who survived when his bomber crashed into the sea during World War II, spent forty-seven days adrift in the ocean before being rescued by the Japanese Navy, and was held as a prisoner until the end of the war. Co-sponsored by the Niles Public Library. Visit facebook.com/nilesglenviewbookbites for details. Meets monthly.
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Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7700, or visit the Reference Services Desk. One-On-One Financial Planning — Tuesday, February 17, 9 OR 10 AM, Second Floor Study Room. Schedule a free one-hour consultation with a Certified Financial Planner®. No online registration. Power Employment Workshop — Tuesday, February 17, 9:30 AM-2:30 PM, Community Room East. This free workshop, presented by volunteers from Business and Career Services of Illinois WorkNet, provides expert guidance on smart goals, resume and cover letter writing, effective job searching, and interview techniques. Please arrive on time. Register here.
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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, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, 10 AM-1 PM. Meet with trained Library staff and/or volunteers for a 45-minute one-on-one session and learn how to download an eBook, eAudiobook, or eMagazine to your portable device. For questions, to register, and for appointment locations visit the Reader Services Desk or call 847-729-7500 x 7600.
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Genealogy First Tuesdays — Tuesday, February 3, 6-8:30 PM, Genealogy & Local History Room. Genealogy First Tuesdays is designed to help genealogy enthusiasts break down their brick walls. Informal, unstructured meetings allow participants to explore topics and tools in genealogy, including books, library databases, and websites. Share tips and tricks with others in a relaxed environment. Just drop in. Census Records — Wednesday, February 25, 10-11:30 AM, Technology Lab. Find and use census records in your genealogy research. 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, February 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. NEW! WiX Website Workshop — Thursday, February 5, 10:30 AM-Noon. Learn how to create your FREE website. While this is an introductory course to WiX, participants must be comfortable with uploading images to the web. Please sign up for a WiX account before class. Register here. Finding Jobs Online — Tuesday, February 10, 2-3:30 PM. Leave Monster.com and want ads behind. Look at databases you didn’t know existed and conquer the hidden job market. Register here. Internet Searching Intermediate — Thursday, February 12, 2-3:30 PM. Spend less time searching and more time finding exactly what you need. Basic search skills required. 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 its popularity, patrons are limited to one “Getting Started” and one “Going Further” session. Limit 20. Getting Started — Thursday, February 12, 7-8:30 PM. Learn the external features, buttons & apps. Register here. Going Further — Monday, February 23, 7-8:30 PM. Learn settings, messaging, calendar & notes. Register here. WORD 2010 Formatting & Images — Tuesday, February 17, 2-3:30 PM. Format your document and learn how to work with pictures and clip art. Register here. Facebook Basics — Thursday, February 19, 10-11:30 AM. Get started with the basics, including signing up, creating a profile, and adding friends. Valid email account required. Register here.
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Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk. Game Night! — Friday, February 13, 5-9 PM (Ages 13-18), Community Room. Play with the Library’s game systems and collection on big screens. Pizza is generously donated by Viccino’s Pizza Company and D’Agostino’s Pizza. Register here. ACT Math Seminar — Wednesday, February 25, 7-8 PM (Grades 9-12), Multipurpose Room. Learn tips and tricks from professional tutors from College Nannies and Tutors of Glenview as they detail the math portion of the ACT test. 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. Winter Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5) — Through February 12. Mondays, 10 AM OR 1:30 PM. Thursdays, 9:30 OR 10:30 AM OR 1:30 PM, Youth Program Room. Favorite stories come to life with puppets, props, finger plays, songs and more. Register here. Winter Toddlertime (two-year-olds) — February 23–March 26. 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. Register here. 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. Drop-In Chess Club (up to grade 8) — Friday, February 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. Flight-to-Fun Kids Club: Winter Wonders with Extraordinary Kids (ages 2-6) — Saturday, February 7, 10:30-11:30 AM. Location: The Book Market at Hangar One, 2651 Navy Blvd., The Glen Town Center. Explore winter delights with Extraordinary Kids Kindergarten Enrichment staff. Flight-to-Fun Kids Club is co-sponsored by The Glen Town Center. Register here. Service Buddies: Warm Fuzzies (grades 1-8) — Saturday, February 7, 2:30-3:30 PM, Youth Program Room. An opportunity to earn service hours. Help us make warm fleece scarves for homeless families. Scarves will be distributed by Connections for the Homeless of Evanston, serving families from the North Suburbs. Grades 5-8 must arrive at 2 PM for briefing. Little Wigglers Storytime (ages birth-23 months) — Wednesdays, February 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, February 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. Romp & Rhyme (ages 12-24 months) — Saturday, February 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. Mardi Gras Party — Monday, February 16, 1-3 PM. Location: Whole Foods Market Northbrook, 840 Willow Road, Northbrook. Life is a masquerade! Celebrate an age-old tradition of fun and feasting with our friends from Whole Foods Market Northbrook. King Cake cutting at 1 PM followed by snacks and crafts of N’awlins. Let the good times roll! Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Just drop-in. YMCA Preschool Art Classes (ages 3-5 with an adult) — Wednesday, February 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, February 19, 6:15-6:45 PM OR Friday, February 20, 10-10:30 AM, Community Room East. 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. Magic By Randy — Saturday, February 21, 10:30-11:15 AM, Community Room. Skilled, slick, and super-funny, Randy entertains and inspires with intriguing illusions. Register here. Baby Signs®: Family Sign, Say & Play™ (ages birth-5) — Saturday, February 28, 11 AM-Noon, 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. Just drop in. Friendship Club: Adaptive Karate with North Shore Dojo of Glenview (grades 3-8) — Saturday, February 28, 3-4:15 PM, Community Room. For children who want to make friends in a supportive environment. Trained Friendship Ambassadors (grades 4-12) host fun and engaging events where everyone feels welcome. Register here.
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Glenview Public Library Board of Trustees
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Next Board Meeting — Thursday, February 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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