Hobby Enthusiast:  Keeping a Journal
January 2023 
 
 
Garden Journals, Personal Journals, Business Journals, 
Health & Fitness Journals, Book Journals, Crafting Journals,
Decorating Journals, Food Journals, Diet & Nutrition Journals and
many more!
 
 
Books to guide you with this hobby.
Journal It! : perspectives in creative journaling
by Jenny Doh

Presents the work of nineteen mixed-media artists who discuss the variety of techniques that they use in creating their personal journals and present advice for tapping into sources of creativity and inspiration.
The art of the travel journal: chronicle your life with drawing, painting, lettering, and mixed media.
by Abbey Sy

"The Art of the Travel Journal offers all the techniques, ideas, inspiration, and step-by-step instructions needed to create artful, one-of-a-kind journals filled with drawings, ephemera, lettering, and more that document our lives traveling around the world--or around the corner."
Draw your world: how to sketch and paint your remarkable life
by Samantha Dion Baker

"An approachable and inspiring guide to sketching and painting the world around you including nature drawing, urban sketching, travel drawing, drawing from memory or photos, and sketch journaling."
Lettering for Planners: A Step-by-Step Guide to Hand Lettering and Modern Calligraphy for Bullet Journals and Beyond
by Jordan Truster
 
If you're ready to start your new journal or improve your planner's overall look, this book is for you. Lettering for planners is a workbook that teaches lettering styles to help you organize and beautify the everyday life that goes into your daily planner. More than just a step-by-step guide for mastering the art of modern calligraphy, Lettering for planners teaches you how to combine it with your artistic style and journaling routines. After learning the basics of lettering, you'll learn how to add style. You'll be guided through concepts of composition that help you perfect lettering in creative ways. By the end, your journals and to-do lists will be more organized, efficient and beautiful.
Beyond bullets: creative journaling ideas to customize your personal productivity system.
by Megan Rutell

Going beyond basic tools, this book offers tips, tricks and creative ways to transform your notebook into a treasured life companion, including ornamental lettering, personalized habit trackers, colorful calendars, decorative headers, customized productivity lists, inspiring artwork, creative future logs, and unique planning pages.
Gardening for everyone: growing vegetables, herbs, and more at home.
by Julia Watkins
 
 
How to use this book -- Planning: Assessing your space and choosing a location; Growing in small spaces; Choosing a gardening method; Selecting materials for raised beds; Choosing the right containers; Understanding soil; Getting to know plants; What to grow; When to plant; How to plant; Putting your plan on paper; Keeping a garden journal.
The planner book: stylish projects to creatively organize and commemorate the day to day.
by Jean Sagendorph

Forget about boring calendars and ancient date books. Nowadays planners are gorgeous, colorful works of art--one part organization, one part art journal, and two parts keepsake. Loaded with projects, how-tos, tips, and tricks The Planner Book has all the information you need to tap into your creativity, take control of your to-do list, and craft a custom planner.
Study with me: effective bullet journaling techniques, habits, and hacks to be successful, productive, and organized.
by Jasmine Shao

"Inspired by the global "study with me"/#studygram phenomenon: Study smarter, stay motivated, improve your grades-all by taking better, more effective notes! Written by Jasmine Shao, founder of popular YouTube channel and Instagram account @studyquill, and Alyssa Jagan, founder of @craftyslimecreator and author of the DIY book Ultimate Slime,Study with Me includes everything you need to set and achieve your study goals using simple-to-master bullet journaling techniques: The basics of bullet journaling, and how to adapt them to your specific studying needs and goals Methods for organizing your time and scheduling Ideas for page and spread layouts for specific topics and how to set them up Plus: Dos and don'ts, hacks, and assorted tips for beginners With Study with Me, you'll learn the note-taking and organizational skills you need to achieve success!"
The mindful way to a good night's sleep: discover how to use dreamwork, meditation, and journaling to sleep deeply and wake up well.
by Tzivia Gover

A certified dream specialist, combining the aspects of dream work and mindfulness, presents an all-natural wellness program—which includes lifestyle advice, yoga poses, simple meditations, journaling prompts, breathing exercises and more—that aims to foster restful sleep and positive dreaming. 
Find your family history!
Genealogy Drop-In
Come in and work with a genealogist!
Tuesday, February 7, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Thursday, February 16, 6:30pm -8:30 pm
NaperLaunch Small Room - Nichols Library
also:
Tuesday, February 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm - Naper Blvd Library
 
Whether you're just getting started or having trouble finding answers to a complex family history question, volunteers from the Fox Valley Genealogical Society will be available to help with your genealogy project. 
Naperville Public Library
200 W. Jefferson Ave.
Naperville, Illinois 60540
630-961-4100

https://www.naperville-lib.org/