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February 2018 Programs for Adults
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You could be our next winner! Smitten with Reading Winter Reading Program, Birth - Adult continues through February 28 Wouldn't it be great to earn a great prize by reading, attending Library Programs, and playing word games? Be sure to register to learn all the details.
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Friday Movie: Goodbye Christopher Robin Fridays, February 2 OR February 23 12:30 - 2:15 pm A rare glimpse into the relationship between beloved children's author A.A. Milne and his son Christopher Robin, whose toys inspired the magical world of Winnie the Pooh. Christopher Robin and his family are swept up in the international success of the books; the enchanting tales bringing hope and comfort to England after the First World War. 2017. Rated PG.
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Tech Talk: Tech Tutor Saturday, February 3, 12:00 - 2:00 pm Our teen Tech Tutor volunteers are willing to take on any technology question on whatever device you have. First come, first served. No registration required.
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Tech Talk: Genealogy @ Your Library Saturday, February 3, 3:00 - 4:15 pm Learn to effectively use the Library's free online genealogy resources to find your ancestors online. This class will help you understand our online resources to jump start your family history research.
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Travel Film: America's Castles: Grand Plantations & Florida's Grand Estates Monday, February 5, 1:00 pm Explore the old South with three remarkable homes: Louisiana's White Castle and Mississippi's Stanton Hall and Nutt's Folly. Then on to Florida's cold weather havens including Trump's Mar-a-Lago. Register
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Tech Talk: Windows 10 Basics Wednesday, February 7, 2:00 - 3:30 pm OR Thursday, February 8, 7:00 - 8:30 pm Learn how to navigate, use the task manager, manage your files, and more with Microsoft's latest operating system, Windows 10.
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Celebrate Illinois @ 200!: Abraham Lincoln: A New Birth of Freedom Wednesday, February 7, 7:00 - 8:30 pm Meet Abraham Lincoln, one of our nation's most beloved and esteemed historical figures as portrayed by Kevin Wood. Lincoln will share quotes from his best-known speeches and writings, while providing some surprising and interesting perspectives. Hear a first-hand account of the history of the United States from our establishment in 1776 through the end of the Civil War in 1865.
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From Kathmandu to Abu Dhabi Thursday, February 8, 1:00 - 2:30 pm Our World Languages Librarian, Aldona Salska, shares her recent trip climbing the Himalayas in Nepal! Learn about her many adventures and enjoy stunning pictures of her adventure of a lifetime. Register
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Concert: Celebrate Heart's Day with Debbie Dean
Sunday, February 11, 2:00 pm |
Enjoy the vocal/piano/keyboard stylings of Debbie Dean as she performs a mix of loving standards, oldies, pop tunes, an original song, and a couple of Heart’s Day tunes with a “kick!” Debbie has performed in different venues in the Chicago area and currently plays piano at Von Maur in Glenview. Register
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History Revealed: Walt Whitman and the Civil War |
Monday, February 12, 1:00 - 2:30 pmHistorian John Moore shares the contributions of the Whitman family during the one of the most tragic times in American history. Poet and journalist Walt Whitman worked as a nurse with wounded soldiers in Washington, D.C. His younger brother George led his men in 21 major battles and almost died in a Confederate prison camp.Register
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Chocolate USA Tuesday, February 13, 7:00 pm Celebrate chocolate, American style! A bit of history and travel are infused into this delicious presentation, with virtual stops in San Francisco, Las Vegas, Hershey, Boston, and our own sweet home Chicago. Learn about different types of chocolate and each city’s chocolate claim to fame and discover fun things to do in each of these “cocoa capitals.” Chocolate samples and recipes included.
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Tech Talk: MS Excel Lesson 1: Basics Thursday, February 15, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Microsoft Excel allows users to work with numbers and data by creating spreadsheets. This class teaches you how to create/modify spreadsheets and format cells.
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Reaching for the Heights presents: School of RockSunday, February 18, 2:00 pmEnjoy a concert performed by the Arlington Heights School of Rock Houseband, a select group of accomplished and dedicated musicians ages 12-18. They will be performing favorites by Queen, The Allman Brothers, Jefferson Starship, Thin Lizzy, Molly Hatchet and others. The Houseband has performed at Summerfest, Frontier Days, Cobra Lounge, House of Blues, and various benefit concerts. Register
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Al Capone and the 1933 World's Fair Tuesday, February 20, 7:00 - 8:30 pm William Hazelgrove, author of Al Capone and the 1933 World’s Fair: The End of the Gangster Era in Chicago, shares the exciting and sprawling history behind the 1933 World's Fair, the last of the golden age. He reveals the story of the six millionaire businessmen, dubbed the Secret Six, who beat Al Capone at his own game, ending the gangster era as prohibition was repealed. Most of all, it’s the story about a city fighting for survival in the darkest of times; and a shining light of hope called A Century of Progress. Book sale and signing after the program.
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Tech Talk: MS Excel Lesson 2: Formulas and Functions Thursday, February 22, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Learn how to automatically calculate totals, percentages, averages and ranges. Completion of MS Excel Lesson 1 or a working knowledge of Excel is required.
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Movie: The Big Band Years: A Sentimental Journey Monday, February 26, 1:00 - 2:30 pm Return to the era of legendary orchestras and great singers and song standards, with beloved melodies that kept the home fires burning and soldier's hearts alive during World War II. Among the legendary artists featured are Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Guy Lombardo and more. Register
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Tech Talk: PHPL Maker Club Monday, February 26, 7:00 - 8:30 pm Please join us for the second meeting of the PHPL Maker Club. This month's topic is 3D printing.
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TEDxProspectHeightsLibrary: Smitten with Love Wednesday, February 28, 6:30 - 8:30 pmJoin us as we end our Winter Reading Program with this February appropriate TEDxProspectHeightsLibrary event. First we will watch a set of prerecorded TED Talks on that crazy little thing called love, followed by a discussion facilitated by our host afterward. Register
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Prospect Heights Public Library District12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights, Illinois 60070 847-259-3500 • www.phpl.info
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