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ProgramGuide
schaumburg township district library
ApriL - MAy 2015
Spring Brings Four Big Events to Library!
National Library Week, Inside Writing and Publishing, Money Smart Week and the annual Environmental Fair
will all be taking place in April and May at the Library. Come for fun and giveaways, broaden your knowledge
and imagination, learn new skills, consider new perspectives…and even shop!
Magical Possibilities @ Your Library is the theme of this year’s national library Week celebration! All ages
are invited to the kick-off event from Noon to 3 p.m., Sunday, April 12 in the Central Library Lobby,
Audiovisual area and second floor. A magic show, craft fair/flea market, magical movies and giveaways will all
be included. See details on page 2.
Enhance your writing skills and get valuable publishing tips during Inside Writing and Publishing. Workshops and
seminars, taught by authors and editors, begin April 15. See details on pages 2.
Donald Trump said “sometimes your best investments are the ones you don’t make.” Come to our Money
smart Week classes beginning Saturday, April 18 to learn about investments, home-buying, saving for
retirement, protecting yourself from identity theft and more. See details on page 2 and 3.
Co-sponsored by the Library and Village of Schaumburg’s Environmental Committee, the environmental Fair
on Saturday, May 2 welcomes all ages to have fun while learning more about caring for our planet. Visit
tables in the lobby, attend fascinating environmental programs and shop for plants or creative items made in
faraway lands. See a solar home in the Library’s parking lot. Visitors will also have the opportunity to bring
certain reusable items for a collection benefitting Habitat for Humanity. See details on page 3.
Whether you’re looking to escape through
the wonder of magic, release your inner
writer, manage your money or engage in
Earth-friendly activities, the Library is the
place for you. Please peruse the pages that
follow for these and many other programs,
classes, events and opportunities.
ADULTS
Pages 2-10
BUS TRIPS
Page 10
Read to the Rhythm
Kick-off
Monday, June 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . all day
all locations
Kick off your summer with a day of fun
musical activities for all ages. Save the date.
COMPUTER
Pages 11-13
TEENS
Pages 14-15
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Persons with disabilities can arrange for
special assistance by calling (847) 923-3347
two weeks prior to any program.
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YOUTH
Pages 16-19
ADULTS
Register at the Central Library Information/Magazines Desk (847) 923-3347 for
adult programs. Register for all adult excursions and other programs with fees in person or pay by
credit card by phone. Fees are non-refundable and are due at the time of registration. Trip refunds, less a
$3 service fee, are furnished only when someone is found to take your place. If you need special assistance
for any program, please arrange for it at the time of registration (at least two weeks prior to the program).
National Library Week
Celebration
Magical possibilities @
your Library
sunday, april 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . noon-3 p.M.
central library, Various locations
Celebrate the start of National Library
Week with our kick-off event. In addition
to information and giveaways in the
lobby, the following free activities will be
available throughout the library.
Magic Show (
ages
Have fun with illusions and humor during “The Wizard’s Apprentice” magic
show. Free tickets for this readingthemed event will be available in the
kidsZone 20 minutes prior to the show.
Please attend only one show. Limited
seating.
Mystery writer Patricia Skalka details the
three techniques she used in making the
leap from nonfiction to fiction. Learn to
stay disciplined, create a plot roadmap,
and use details effectively. Registration
required.
saturday, april 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . noon-2 p.M.
adult classrooM
sunday, april 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . noon-4 p.M.
rasMussen rooM
Unique handmade items, along with gently used bargain treasures, will be for
sale. Art, clothing, décor, small appliances, jewelry, purses and exotic items
from Gifts of the World will be included
in the sale. All ages welcome, but children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. No credit cards, please.
sunday, april 12
noon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HARRY POTTER AND THE
SORCERER’S STONE, pg
3 p.M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FANTASIA, g
6 p.M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . SORCERER’S APPRENTICE, pg
register by calling:
inside Writing and
publishing
Mystery Bootcamp
Magical Emporium
Craft Fair/Flea Market
2 adult programs
Adult program. See listing on page 6.
Wednesday, april 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
adult classrooM
3 and up)
Relax with free, family-friendly movies in
our Audiovisual Area.
thursday, april 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Learning to Be a Better
Writer
sunday, april 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30-1:15 p.M.
adult classrooM
or 1:45-2-2:30 p.M.
Movie Magic
Discovery of Magic
Mystery novels sell big because they
deliver some of the most intricate
plots and satisfying reads on the shelf.
Chicago mystery author Lori Rader-Day
leads this comprehensive boot camp.
Registration required.
Screenwriting
Techniques for Novel
Writing
thursday, May 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen north
Writing teacher and author Gail
Duberchin will show you how to adapt
screenwriting techniques to novel writing. Learn to create a character’s circle
of life, structure a three-act story, and
organize scenes. Intended for beginners
and seasoned writers. Registration
required.
(847) 923-3347
10 Secrets to Getting
your Book Successfully
published
thursday, May 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 p.M.
rasMussen north
Author Bret Nicholaus and Literary Agent
Joe Durepos will discuss why readers buy
books, the role of an agent, how to write
query letters, the scoop on e-publishing,
and more. Registration required.
Money Smart Week
Money Smart Week® is a national public
awareness campaign designed to help
consumers better manage their personal
finances. The Library thanks all of the
organizations and individuals who made
the following programs possible.
First-Time Homebuyer
saturday, april 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2:30 p.M.
adult classrooM
Darryl Evans, Senior Mortgage Originator
at Chicago Financial Services, will help
you understand the steps involved in
buying a new home for the first time,
including mortgage options, bank criteria, loan closing and more.
Understanding Annuities
Monday, april 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
adult classrooM
Annuities differ greatly in terms of their
risks, costs, underlying investments, and
potential benefits. Financial educator
Karen Chan, CFP®, will help you better
understand these complex products.
When i’m 60
Monday, april 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-8 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Presenter Rajan B. Shah of Secure
Capital Management USA LLC will discuss important retirement-related issues,
including planning for retirement, investment and expense strategies, and more.
Recycle your old athletic shoes from April 1 – May 2 at the Library.
you’ve Been Hacked
tuesday, april 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
adult classrooM
Presenter Grant Hoover will provide tips
for protecting your data from
hackers. Learn surprising aspects of
computer security and the one thing that
ensures you have your data, even when
all else fails. Stocks: The Nuts and
Bolts Seminar
tuesday, april 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-8 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Presenter Becky Kwong of Edward Jones
will teach basic information for helping
investors evaluate stocks. Learn about
common and preferred stocks, dividends
and investment strategies.
Keep it Safe- your rights
as a Consumer
Wednesday, april 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
adult classrooM
Courtney Turner of Schaumburg Bank
and Trust Company will unveil ways to
guard against predatory lending practices
and identity theft, and financially prepare
for disasters.
Estate planning
thursday, april 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3:30 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
Alansa C. Ferguson of The Chicago Trust
Company will discuss four legal documents every individual should have. He
will cover the importance of wills, living
trusts, trust administration, health care
and property Power of Attorney (POA).
Interested in beekeeping? See related program listing on this page.
Environmental Fair
Events and Displays
saturday, May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . noon-3 p.M.
central library lobby
The following displays and programs are
all part of the Environmental Fair,
cosponsored by the Library and the
Village of Schaumburg Environmental
Committee. Please see cover story for
more information.
Habitat for Humanity
reStore Collection
north parking lot
Vertical Farming
noon-12:45 p.M. . . . . . . . . . . . . rasMussen south
Learn how vertical farming can work for
you. Sponsored by The Double Acre.
powering your Home
with the Sun
12:45-1:30 p.M. . . . . . . . . . . . . rasMussen north
Presenter Peter Gorr will explain how to
convert a home to solar generated energy. Learn about installation, costs and
returns.
Habitat restoration at
Busse Woods
Donations of home improvement items
and small electronics will be accepted.
Please donate only items which are truly
reusable. A list of what is and is not
acceptable is available at the Reception
Desk in the Central Library lobby and on
the Library’s website.
Matt Haas and Friends of Busse Woods
will discuss volunteer restoration projects
at Busse Woods, including removing invasive species, collecting trash, and spreading native plant seeds.
Solar Home
2:15-3 p.M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . rasMussen south
1:30-2:15 p.M.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . rasMussen south
Beekeeping
Stop by to see the Illinois Solar Energy
Association’s solar home.
Beekeeping is an exciting and interesting
hobby with delicious results. Discover
what is involved with starting a bee hive.
Lobby Tables
Make a Terrarium (
north parking lot
Tables and displays will be available to
peruse in the Library’s lobby. Included
will be the Spring Valley Nature Center,
Gifts of the World, the Tomato Lady, the
Schaumburg Community Garden Club,
and many others.
See page 19 for details.
ages
8-14)
Athletic Shoe recycling
Wednesday, april 1-saturday, May 2
central library lobby
Co-sponsored by the Solid Waste Agency
of Lake County (SWALCO), this collection
provides the chance for you to be green
and put a few more miles on those
shoes!
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Raymond Benson and Dann Gire share anecdotes, history and little
known facts during Dann and Raymond’s Movie Club.
Discussion Groups
Writer’s Group
1st & 3rd saturday
oF each Month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.M.-2 p.M.
rasMussen south
Are you a poet? A short story writer? A
novice? Join the Schaumburg Scribes
and share knowledge and gentle critiques in a supportive environment.
American Cinema and
Literature
2nd & 4th Wednesday oF each Month,
sept.-May . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-9 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
Members will view the movie, read the
book of the same title and enjoy a discussion of both. April: The Hunger
Games. May: Catching Fire. Fee: $25,
which includes books.
Korean Book Discussion
4th tuesday oF each Month . . . 11 a.M.-12:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Members read books in the Korean language and meet for a discussion. April:
The Education of Little Tree by Carter
Forrest. May: Nun-mul by Inho Choi. Fee:
$35, which includes books. For more
information, call (847) 923-3391.
polish Book Discussion
2nd Wednesday oF each Month . . . . . . 7:30-9 p.M.
rasMussen south
Members read books in the Polish language and meet for a discussion. April:
Drogie Zycie by Alice Munro. May:
Jezdziec Miedziany by Paulina Simmons.
Fee: $35, which includes books. For
more information, call (847) 923-3391.
4 adult programs
register by calling:
Steve relaxes with a newspaper in the Library’s reference area.
Worlds Await Book
Discussion Group
3rd tuesday oF each Month . . . . . . . . . 10-11 a.M.
3rd thursday oF each Month . . . . . 7:30-8:30 p.M.
4th tuesday oF each Month . . . . . . 1:30-2:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
4th Friday oF each Month . . . . . . . 1:30-2:30 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Enjoy a lively book discussion during one
of the gathering times above. The book
for April is Once We Were Brothers by
Ronald H. Balson. The book for May is
TransAtlantic by Colum McCann. Fee: $6,
which includes two remaining titles.
Happily Ever After
romance Book
Discussion
Monday, april 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 p.M.
rasMussen north
Celebrate love on the printed page!
April’s selection is Sweet Tooth by Ian
McEwan. Limited loan copies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at
the Fiction Desk one month prior to each
program. Registration required.
Murder by the Book
Mystery Book Discussion
thursday, May 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 p.M.
rasMussen north
May’s title is Ordinary Grace by William
Kent Krueger. Limited loan copies will be
available on a first-come, first-served
basis at the Fiction Desk one month prior
to each program. Registration required.
(847) 923-3347
Second Floor reads
Wednesday april 22 . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-7:30 p.M.
Wednesday May 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-7:30 p.M.
rasMussen north
Join us for the library’s only book group
devoted to non-fiction. April: The Secret
Rooms by Catherine Bailey. May:
Monuments Men. Visit the Information
Desk on the second floor to register.
Loan copies are available on a firstcome, first-served basis upon registration. For more information, contact Anna
Pederson at [email protected] or
(847) 923-3326.
Books for Breakfast
tuesday, May 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.M.
rasMussen north
Join our fiction librarians for bagels and
coffee. Discover what’s trending on the
book scene, get great reading recommendations, watch fun book trailers,
play a game or two and get free giveaways. Registration required.
Dann & raymond’s
Movie Club
1st thursday oF the Month . . . . . . 7:30-9:30 p.M.
audioVisual theatre
Daily Herald film critic Dann Gire and
award-winning author Raymond Benson
present an evening of film clips on individual topics. No registration required,
just come and enjoy!
April 2 I’m Walkin’ Here! - The Films of
Dustin Hoffman
May 7 The Top Male Sex Symbols
Special programs
Collard Greens in Kabul
Monday, april 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Presenter Tina Singleton shares the story
of how her garden of fresh lettuces, kale
and collard greens, grown in a Kabul
Afghanistan compound, allowed her
ample opportunities to break bread with
international friends and Afghans alike.
Come hear her story and taste her
Taverna Chocolate Cake. Registration
required.
Sleeping Gnome
Ceramics
Wednesday, april 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-9:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Come celebrate both reading and relaxing by painting this whimsical piece.
Instructed by Randy Skepnek. Fee: $15.
Registration required.
Be Well, Live Well
Fridays, april 3-May 8 . . . . . . . . . 9:30 a.M.-noon
rasMussen south
Osteoporosis Screenings
tuesday, april 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
Instructors Cindy McCune and duRee
Bryant from the Village of Schaumburg
Department of Community Services will
discuss management of chronic illness,
including asthma, diabetes, arthritis,
hypertension or heart disease. Anyone
living with someone who has a chronic
health condition is also welcome to
attend. Participant commitment is for six
sessions in six consecutive weeks. While
the textbook is free for the duration of
the class, it may be purchased afterward
for $15. Registration required
Free Movies
thursday, april 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30-7:30 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Men and women over 35 are invited for a
free bone-density ultrasound screening
conducted by Alexian Brothers registered
nurses. Advice will be offered for improving negative results. Appointments
required. Call AlexianConnects at (866)
253-9426.
tuesday, april 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Historian/illustrator Jim Weren presents
a study of the last 16 months of the Civil
War, when Ulyssess S. Grant for the
Union and Robert E. Lee for the
Confederacy met on the battlefield for
the first time in a violent struggle. A display of Weren’s penciled illustrations
enrich the presentation. Registration
required.
Wrigley Field: 100 Stories
for 100 years
Wednesday, april 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 p.M.
rasMussen rooM north
Just in time for the Wrigley Field renovation, authors Dan Campana and Rob
Carroll will talk about the first 100 years
of this much beloved Chicago baseball
mecca. Batter up! Registration required.
The central library and branches offer free movies at the dates and times listed.
Children age 8 and younger need to be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
april
Wednesday Nights
7 p.M., audioVisual theatre
april
April 1 .....Guardians of the Galaxy, PG-13
April 8.............Alexander and the Terrible,
Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, PG
April 15 ......................*Ladyhawke, PG-13
April 22...................................Boxtrolls, PG
April 29 ...............................Big Hero 6, PG
May 6 .....................Dracula Untold, PG-13
May 13 ...................................Ouija, PG-13
May 20.......Dumb and Dumber To, PG-13
May 27 ..........................Kelly’s Heroes, PG
May 2 ..................................Big Hero 6, PG
May 9 .....................................Mr. Mom, PG
May 16..............................Freaky Friday, G
May 23..................Mars Needs Moms, PG
May 30 ..............Akeelah and the Bee, PG
May 7 & 12 ................My Old Lady, PG-13
May 14 & 19 ......The Devil’s Hand, PG-13
May 21 & 26 ....Alexander and the Terrible,
Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, PG
May 28 & June 2 The Impossible, PG-13
Come and see free movies at the Hanover
Park and Hoffman Estates branch libraries.
A schedule of movies and their titles is
available at the branch libraries. For more
information call the Hanover Park Branch
at (630) 372-7800 or the Hoffman Estates
Branch at (847) 885-3511.
Saturday Family Flicks
2 p.M., audioVisual theatre
april
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Without closed captioned subtitles and repeat the
MoVie the FolloWing tuesday at 2 p.M. With closed
captioned subtitles.
May
April 2 & 7 ................The Good Lie, PG-13
April 9 & 14 ...........The Remaining, PG-13
April 16 & 21 ......*Practical Magic, PG-13
April 23 & 28.................Get On Up, PG-13
April 30 & May 5 ............The Song, PG-13
May
May
Thursday & Tuesday
Afternoons
people and Events That
Ended the Civil War
April 4 .....Guardians of the Galaxy, PG-13
April 11...........Alexander and the Terrible,
Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, PG
April 18 .......................................*Krull, PG
April 25...................................Boxtrolls, PG
Branch Out to the Movies
Hanover park Branch
Mondays ....................................................4:30 p.M.
Hoffman Estates Branch
thursdays ....................................3:30 & 6:30 p.M.
saturdays ........................................................1 p.M.
* denote national library Week “Magic” movies.
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Curious about theories on the universe’s origin? See the Big Bang listing on this page.
Local Farm-to-Table
Bounty
thursday, april 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30-9 p.M.
rasMussen south
Journalist, author and baker Heather
Lalley, will demonstrate preparation of
fresh, seasonal dishes using locallysourced foods. Her book, The Chicago
Homegrown Cookbook will be available
for purchase and signing. Tastings and
recipes available. Registration required. Guest speaker Sandra Trapp will present
“Using FamilySearch.org,” the largest,
free genealogy resource on the internet.
The room will open at 7 p.m. so participants can review materials. STDL
Genealogist Tony Kierna will start the
program at 7:30 p.m., followed by the
speaker at 8 p.m. For more information,
contact Tony Kierna at (847) 923-3390.
Author and magician William Pack
reveals a secret world of colorful characters and amusing adventures as he
recreates baffling magic tricks.
Registration required.
Literary Lovers
tuesday, april 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Alicia: My Story
Friday, april 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen north
WomenLore’s Betsey Means portrays
Alicia Appelbaum, a Holocaust survivor
who was just a young girl when she
began saving lives. Facing a violent
world, Alicia managed to retain her faith
in humanity, in God and in her people.
Registration required.
Take a virtual journey into the lives and
relationships of three acclaimed authors:
F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, Lillian
Hellman and Dashiell Hammett, and
Dorothy Thompson and Sinclair Lewis.
Annette Baldwin and Charles Bernstein
will portray how the work of these writers
was infused with the object of their affections. Registration required.
Forensics & History: The
Unknown Titanic Child
Titanic Stewardess Violet
Jessop
Monday, april 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Stewardess Violet Jessop survived the
sinking of the Titanic in 1912 and the
sinking of the Britannic during World War
I. From Violet’s perspective, actress
Leslie Goddard tells unforgettable, stories
of these luxury liner tragedies.
Registration required.
register by calling:
Discovery of Magic
tuesday, april 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30-9:30 p.M.
adult classrooM
Magician William Pack will share stories and
secrets during Discovery of Magic.
6 adult programs
Genealogy program
Wednesday, april 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Presenter Dr. Hal Tinberg will explain how
DNA testing and the tireless efforts of
genealogists led to the identification of
one of the children who perished on the
ill-fated Titanic more than a century ago.
Registration required.
(847) 923-3347
thursday, april 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen north
Community recycling
Event
saturday, april 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.M.–3 p.M.
524 e. schauMburg rd.
Located in the parking lot of the School
District 54 offices, this recycling event
will include document shredding, which
is sponsored by the library. Electronic
items and small appliances will be
accepted for recycling.
From Japanese Tea to the
Big Bang
Monday, april 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30-9 p.M.
rasMussen south
What do porcelain, Napoleon and cruise
ships have to do with the Big Bang?
Michelle Nichols from the Adler
Planetarium will connect the dots
between discoveries and inventions, ending with current theories on the origin of
the universe. Registration required.
The roads that Lead to
Lincoln
Wednesday, april 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Windy City Road Warrior Dave Clark
chronicles Abraham Lincoln’s travels
through Illinois as a lawyer, public official
and politician. Follow his journey to back
to his final resting place in Springfield.
Registration required.
illinois Sculptor: The Art
of Lorado Taft
Friday, april 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen north
Teacher and Sculptor Lorado Taft established an impressive legacy in
Illinois. This slide lecture, presented by
Art Historian Jeff Mishur, examines important Taft projects, including The Fountain
of Time, The Fountain of the Great
Lakes, Blackhawk and others.
Registration required.
Old Time radio
Adventures
tuesday, april 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Experience the drama and laughter of the
Golden Age of Radio with a live production from Radio Players West. They’ll
bring you the first adventures of The
Lone Ranger, tickle your funny bone with
Fibber McGee & Molly, and include a
Fred Allen comedic short. Registration
required.
Senior Scam prevention
thursday, april 30 . . . . . . . . . . 10:30-11:30 a.M.
or 6:30-7:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Schaumburg Police Detectives Chris
Nowicki and Art Kwiatkowski will speak
on scams targeted at seniors and provide
tips for avoiding them. Attendees are
invited to visit community vendor tables
one hour before each session to enter a
raffle. Caregivers and seniors are encouraged to attend. Presented by the Library
and Support Our Seniors Council.
Registration required.
The Lewis & Clark Trail
Friday, May 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Presenter John Lynn, who has plodded,
pedaled, and paddled countless scenic
and historic trails, tells the story of Lewis
& Clark, with a special emphasis on the
Expedition’s epic crossing of the
Continental Divide. Explore the Corps of
Discovery’s nearly 400-mile route through
the Bitterroot Mountains in today’s
Montana and Idaho. Registration
required.
Mosaic Garden Stones
Monday, May 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-9:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Add some shimmer to your flower garden
or outdoor space by creating a stunning
mosaic garden stone. Select from a rainbow of mosaic tiles and various graphics
to complete your stone. Randy Skepnek
provides step-by-step instruction. Fee:
$15. Registration required.
Overlooked Americans:
The Third Edition
tuesday, May 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Gary Midkiff presents abolitionist William
Lloyd Garrison, civil rights activist Ida Bell
Wells-Barnett, first commissioner of baseball Kenesaw Mountain Landis, former
U.S. Secretary of Labor Frances Perkins
and automotive industry executive
William Knudsen. Registration required.
Mother’s Day Floral
Arrangement
Wednesday, May 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Celebrate Mom by spending time together in a Peggy Garvin floral workshop.
After you’ve enjoyed the class, enjoy the
beautiful arrangement you created
together. Please bring shears to class.
Fee: $17. Registration required.
Cholesterol & Blood
pressure Screenings
thursday, May 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30-4:30 p.M.
rasMussen north
tuesday, May 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Alexian Brothers registered nurses conduct cholesterol and blood pressure
screenings. Advice will be offered for
improving negative results. Appointments
are required. To register, call
AlexianConnects at (866) 253-9426.
Celebrate The Sound of
Music’s 50th Anniversary
saturday, May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . noon-1:30 p.M.
audioVisual theatre
Enjoy behind-the-scenes stories, historical
insights and moments that will make you
fall in love with this movie all over again.
Presenter Steven Frenzel will showcase
popular scenes and display words on
screen for a sing-along.
Van Gogh to pollock: a
Special Exhibit preview
Monday, May 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
In this slide lecture, art historian Jeff
Mishur previews the summer exhibit of
20th century masterpieces from The
Albright-Knox Museum in Buffalo, New
York, that is coming to the Milwaukee Art
Museum. Artists include Van Gogh,
Kahlo, Pollock, Modigliani and others.
Registration required.
Springtime in paris
tuesday, May 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30-9 p.M.
rasMussen south
Spend an evening with Chef Maddox
enjoying wonderful recipes to get your
spring off to a great start. Explore exciting flavors and tastes to make your gatherings a hit. Guests will learn the techniques for creating three recipes.
Tastings provided. Registration required.
Genealogy program
tuesday, May 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30-9:30 p.M.
adult classrooM
Guest speaker Jennifer Holik will present
“Finishing the Story: Researching World
War I and II Records, Part I.” Learn about
records and resources available to help
you write the stories of deceased soldiers. The room will open at 7 p.m. so
participants can review materials. STDL
genealogist Tony Kierna will start the program at 7:30 p.m., followed by the
speaker by 8 p.m. For more information,
contact Tony Kierna at (847) 923-3390.
Homefront Girl
Wednesday, May 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 p.M.
rasMussen north
In a new angle on World War II history,
Susan Signe Johnson will discuss the
teen years of her mother, Joan, as she
grew up on the home front of Chicago.
Registration required.
Blood Drive
thursday, May 14 . . . . . . . . 11:30 a.M.-6:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
The Library and LifeSource are joining
forces to provide life-giving blood to
those who need it. To make an appointment, send an email to [email protected]
or call (847) 923-3117. Donors must be
at least 17 years old and 110 pounds.
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Alyx peruses a themed book display on the second floor.
Utility Bill Check-up
Midwest Maize: How
Corn Shaped The U.S.
Heartland
Wednesday, May 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 p.M.
rasMussen south
Bring the latest copies of your gas, electric and telephone bills to this event.
Representatives from the Citizens Utility
Board will help you sift through the confusing charges. Register for an individual
appointment time by calling (847) 9233347. Registration required.
Friday, May 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen north
Author and traveler Cynthia Clampitt
presents the 10,000-year-old history of
maize and corn. Discover how this
hearty food, that began as a weedy
Mexican grass, rescued early settlers
and helped form the Midwest. Copies of
her recently-published book will be available for purchase. Registration required.
A physical Therapist’s
Take on Headaches
tuesday, May 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30-9 p.M.
rasMussen south
The Life of Harry S.
Truman
There are over 129 types of headaches.
In this slide lecture, physical therapist
Denise Schneider of Accelerated
Rehabilitation shares her knowledge on
headaches and explores available treatments. Registration required.
Monday, May 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Historian Jim Gibbons chronicles the life
of “the buck stops here” Harry S.
Truman, from Missouri farmer to 33rd
U.S. President. Voters were truly wild
about Harry – discover why! Registration
required.
A Common Sense Guide
to Financial Success
tuesday, May 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen north
Connect the Dots: From
Freud to Modern Maps
tuesday, May 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30-9 p.M.
rasMussen south
What do batteries, telescopes and helium have to do with the map app on your
phone? Michelle Nichols from the Adler
Planetarium will connect the dots
between discoveries and inventions,
starting with Sigmund Freud’s couch and
ending with maps. Registration required.
8 adult programs
register by calling:
Learn to manage your finances with the Financial Success program
on this page.
Mike Ritter of Primerica will unveil strategies for taking control of your finances,
building savings, protecting income and
avoiding credit traps. Registration
required.
Swan Ceramics
Wednesday, May 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-9:30 p.M.
rasMussen south
Instructed by Randy Skepnek, this
month’s project is a flower pot adorned
by a beautiful swan. Fee: $15.
Registration required.
(847) 923-3347
Read to the Rhythm
Kick-off
Monday, June 1
central and branch libraries
Kick off your summer with a day of fun
musical activities for all ages. Save the
date!
Social Media
Facebook: Beyond the
Basics
thursday, april 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
adult classrooM
Decode privacy settings, clear content
clutter and make the most of your
Facebook experience. Familiarity with
Facebook recommended. Registration
required.
eMedia Classes
eMedia Drop-in program
Friday, april 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 p.M.
tuesday, May 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-8:30 p.M.
central library lobby
Librarians will help you use the Library’s
downloadable eBook, audiobook and
music collections, or download to a variety of devices, including Kindles, Nooks,
iPads, smartphones and Androids. Drop
in. No registration required.
Vibhesh scans an atlas while considering travel options.
If you’re planning to travel, try a Mango Language course before you go.
Downloading eBooks for
Tablets & Smartphones
Wednesday, april 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
Wednesday, May 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
central library adult classrooM
For the following devices: Kindle
Fire/HD, Nook Color/HD, iPad, Android
tablets, and smartphones. Learn how to
download eBooks from the library’s digital media collection and transfer them to
a variety of tablet and smartphone
devices. Librarians will demonstrate how
you can download 24/7 from the comfort of your own home. Registration
required.
Handy Apps: Tablets &
Smartphones
Wednesday, May 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
adult classrooM
Learn how to find and download fun and
useful apps for your iPhone, iPad or
Android device. Registration required.
Online Learning
Take free classes and learn new skills
from home with your STDL card. Visit
schaumburglibrary.org/databases/online
-learning/ to access these resources:
Lynda.com
New offering! Learn software, business
and creative skills with video tutorials
from Lynda.com. Courses include Excel,
HTML, WordPress, digital photography,
music production, small business marketing and more.
Members of NextGen have fun at Trivia Night. To learn more,
see Trivia Night listing on page 10.
Gale Courses
Take interactive, instructor-led courses on
a variety of topics including business,
technology, health care training, career
skills, test prep, personal development
and more. New six-week sessions start
every month.
Mango Languages
Mango features courses in more than 50
languages, as well as English courses for
non-native speakers. Use a web browser
or download the Mango Library app for
step-by-step audiovisual lessons.
Learning Express Library
Get help with resumes and job searching,
schoolwork and test preparation. A new
School Center features student exercises
aligned with Common Core standards.
Includes practice tests for GED, SAT, ACT,
TOEFL, Civil Worker Exams, Nursing
School Entrance Exams and more.
Career
power Employment
Workshop
tuesdays, april 7 & May 5 . . . . . 9:30 a.M.-2 p.M.
rasMussen south
Professionals from Illinois workNet will
offer expert guidance on finding a job in
today’s market. Acquire skills for writing
resumes and cover letters, interviewing,
networking and using social media.
Please arrive on time. Register online at
worknetncc.com. For more information,
call (847) 923-3347. Staying Motivated
During a Job Search
Monday, May 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
rasMussen north
Stay motivated, energized and moving
forward during your job search. Learn
steps for staying at the top of your game,
despite rejections and slow responses.
Learn simple actions for lifting a sagging
job campaign. Registration required.
Business
Grantseeking for
Nonprofits
thursday, May 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11:30 a.M.
adult coMputer lab
Reference Librarian Jean Dravet will give
you a hands-on introduction to
Foundation Directory Online and an
overview of other helpful resources for
nonprofits, which are available through
STDL’s Nonprofit Resource Center.
Registration required.
Starting a Business in iL:
Next Steps (s )
panish
thursday, May 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-8:30 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
thursday, May 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-8:30 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Presenter Miguel Hinojosa, Small
Business Advisor, IL SBDC, will explain
effective strategies for starting a business. Learn about marketing plans,
start-up costs and registration and
reporting requirements. Develop a timeline for your critical tasks.
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NextGen
A social group for those in their 20s and
30s. To register, email [email protected]
or call the Fiction Desk at (847) 9233140. Find us online at
schaumburglibrary.org/nextgen.
MoneySmart Week:
First-Time Homebuyer
saturday, april 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2:30 p.M.
adult classrooM
Darryl Evans, Senior Mortgage Originator
at Chicago Financial Services, will
explain steps involved in buying a new
home for the first time, including mortgage options, bank criteria and more.
Trivia Night
Wednesdays, april 22 & May 27 . . . . . . . 7-9 p.M.
aMerica’s bar: 2308 W. higgins rd.,
hoFFMan estates
Do you know your pop culture, weird history or obscure facts? Join other trivia
buffs by entering as teams of 2 to 7, or
come alone and we’ll pair you up. Prizes
awarded to the winners!
young(ish) Adult Book
Club
sunday, May 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 p.M.
cup and Vine: 55 W. schauMburg road
For those who love to read young adult
books. May’s selection is Red Rising by
Pierce Brown. Limited loan copies will be
available to borrow from the Fiction
Desk beginning April 1.
Camp NextGen
saturday, May 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 p.M.
spring Valley nature center:
1111 e. schauMburg rd.
Enjoy a night around the campfire, complete with roasting marshmallows, outdoor games, a scavenger hunt and tales
from storyteller Scott Whitehair. Use the
Schaumburg Road parking lot, where a
staff member will greet and guide you.
In case of rain, go to the log cabin at the
nature center. Registration required.
Adults Facing Social
Challenges
TableTop Game Night
Wednesday, april 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
adult classrooM
Adults in their 20s and 30s with highfunctioning autism or Asperger's, and
others facing social challenges, are invit-
10 adult programs
register by calling:
ed for board games, including Sequence,
Apples to Apples, Trivial Pursuit and
more. This program is for adults who do
not need to be accompanied by a parent
or aide. Registration required.
Graphic Novel Discussion
tuesday, May 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 p.M.
rasMussen north
Adults in their 20s and 30s with highfunctioning autism or Asperger's, and
others facing social challenges, are invited to discuss the graphic novel Andre
the Giant: Life and Legend by Box Brown.
A limited number of loan copies will be
available beginning Wednesday, April 1,
at the Fiction Desk on the first floor. This
program is for adults who do not need to
be accompanied by a parent or aide.
Registration required.
Concerts
Jazz Vocalist petra van
Nuis
Monday, april 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 p.M.
audioVisual theatre
Voice and guitar jazz duo Petra van Nuis
and Andy Brown will play their intimate
and romantic style of jazz in an evening
of timeless standards.
A Tribute to Hank
Williams
Monday, May 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 p.M.
audioVisual theatre
Mike Lewis of the Twangtown Paramours
will perform the songs of Hank Williams
Sr., talk about Hank’s work and and perform songs of other well-known artists.
Music Under the
Marquee
Musicians will be stationed under the
library’s Town Square marquee for you to
enjoy. Seating will not be provided.
Kimberly Davis
sunday, april 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 p.M.
central library lobby
Pianist Kimberly Davis will perform classical piano works from Latin America.
Hiroya Tsukamoto
tuesday, May 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30-7:30 p.M.
central library lobby
Guitarist Hiroya Tsukamoto will perform
fingerpicking, Spanish, folk and jazz.
(847) 923-3347
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1 = MiniMal Walking
3 = considerable Walking
Carousel
Wednesday, april 29 . . . . . . . . . . 4:45-10:45 p.M.
lyric opera oF chicago
Join us for a new Rodgers and
Hammerstein production at Lyric Opera,
where carefree carnival barker, Billy
Bigelow, captivates and marries the
naive millworker, Julie Jordan. While they
soon fall on hard times, the power of
love perseveres, as do Rodgers and
Hammerstein’s tuneful hits. Fee: $75 for
main floor seating and motorcoach transportation. An optional boxed meal
aboard the bus is available for $9.
Registration required.
Anything Goes
thursday, May 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:15-11:15 p.M.
Marriott theatre/lincolnshire
Winner of three 2011 Tony Awards
including Best Muscial Revival, Anything
Goes is filled with spectacular dance and
a boatload of Cole Porter tunes. Madcap
fun abounds with the unusual array of
ship passengers – a gangster, a wealthy
debutante, a charismatic nightclub
singer and a lovesick stowaway. Dinner
at King’s Wharf before the show. Fee:
$75. Registration required.
Rain: A Tribute to the
Beatles
Wednesday, May 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11:15 p.M.
bank oF aMerica theatre/chicago
This stunning, multi-media concert takes
you on a musical journey through the life
and times of the world’s most celebrated
band. Delivering a note-for-note theatrical event that is the next best thing to
the Beatles, it includes classic hits such
as I Want to Hold Your Hand, Hard Day’s
Night, Let It Be, Come Together and Hey
Jude. Fee: $80 includes premium Dress
Circle seating and motorcoach transportation. Registration required.
COMPUTER
Lynda.com Online
Training (New!)
Learn software, business and creative
skills with video tutorials from
Lynda.com. Courses include Microsoft
Office software, software development,
web design, digital photography, music
production, graphic design and more.
Residents with an STDL card can access
more than 5,000 free video courses on
basic and advanced technology skills
with Lynda.com at
schaumburglibrary.org/databases/online
-learning/. For more information, contact
the Reference Desk at (847) 923-3322.
Core Classes
Core Classes should be taken in order.
Please stop by the Computer Assistance
Desk to see the order of classes.
Frank uses a computer station to find and print tax return forms.
Access-Level 1
saturday, april 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.M.
sunday, May 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Windows 8.1 NEW
Create queries, lookup lists and validation rules.
Manage your files and folders. Install
new programs and change your background.
Access-Level 2
Friday, april 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 p.M.
Friday, May 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 p.M.
Friday, May 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Word-Level 1
Friday, april 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 p.M.
Friday, May 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 p.M.
Friday, June 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Create a variety of documents including
resumes and letters.
Excel-Level 1
saturday, april 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
sunday, May 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
saturday, June 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.M.
adult coMputer lab
Learn to create a spreadsheet, enter
basic formulas and create a basic chart.
More Classes
For the following classes, participants
should be proficient in the Core classes.
Registration required.
saturday, april 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
sunday, June 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Create queries, lookup lists and validation rules.
Excel-Charts
sunday, May 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Create a variety of charts and customize
the charts.
Excel-Data Analysis
sunday, april 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Sort, filter and use Solver to analyze
data. Create a PivotTable and PivotChart.
Excel-Dates and Logic
sunday, May 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Perform calculations on dates and times.
Use the IF function to let Excel make
decisions in a formula.
Computer Class
information/registration
Classes are overviews introducing the
programs. Each class lasts approximately two hours and is open to all
high school age and above. Classes
meet in the Adult Computer Lab on the
Library’s second floor. If a patron
arrives late to class, time does not allow
repeating the missed portion of the
class.
register in person at the Computer
Assistance Desk with cash, check or
credit card, or over the phone with a
credit card. Fees are non-refundable
and non-transferrable.
Resident: $12
Non-Resident: $17
Seniors (over 50): $9
Classes may be cancelled or rescheduled if the class is not at least half-filled
the day before the class. Classes use
PCs with Microsoft Office 2013 except
for Mac classes that use Mac Book
Pros. Office 2013 is almost identical to
Office 2007 and 2010. For additional
information call (847) 923-3352.
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Excel-Formatting
Spreadsheets
sunday, May 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Use text wrapping, borders, text rotations
and alternating shading to create more
appealing spreadsheets. Learn to freeze
panes, hide cells, add a header and footer and repeat rows or columns for printing. Also learn about passwords and
sheet protection.
Excel – Formulas &
Functions
sunday, april 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Learn basic statistical and lookup functions. Track absolute cell references with
formula and cell tracing. Also learn how
to work with text and basic financial
functions.
photoshop ElementsLevel 1
saturday, May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.M.
adult coMputer lab
Edit high-quality digital images for print
and the Web.
photoshop ElementsLevel 2
saturday, May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Work with layers.
powerpoint-Level 1
saturday, May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.M.
adult coMputer lab
Create a colorful presentation.
powerpoint-Level 2
saturday, May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Use master slides to simplify presentation creation.
Word-Business Uses
Friday, april 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Change paper margins, size and orientation. Add tabs, tables and page numbering. Use bullets, numbering, and borders.
Also modify headers and footers then
save the document as a PDF.
12 computer programs
register by calling
Neli tries a tablet at the Tech Bar in the Audiovisual area. Check out our listing of
phone and tablet classes on this page.
Word-Desktop
publishing
Friday, May 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Add columns, page borders, WordArt,
ClipArt, watermarks, signatures, shapes,
text boxes, and organizational charts.
Mac Classes
OS X – yosemite NEW!
saturday, apr 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.M.
adult coMputer lab
Learn how to use the Mac Operating
System
phone and Tablet
Classes
Android phones and
Tablets – Level 1
sunday, april 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
saturday, May 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.M.
saturday, June 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Learn how to use your Android device,
and which devices to buy for yourself
and others. Get on the internet, download and use apps, organize your
screens, remove unwanted apps, set up
your email and more. Please bring your
Android device with you to class for an
interactive experience.
Android phone and
Tablets – Level 2
sunday, april 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30 p.M.
saturday, May 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Manage notifications, use Google Now,
update apps, use the camera, get directions, use voice commands and find a
misplaced device.
ipad/iphone/iOS –
Level 1
sunday, april 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
saturday, May 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.M.
adult coMputer lab
Learn how to use your iOS device, and
which devices to buy for yourself and
others. Get on the Internet, download
and use apps, organize your screens,
remove unwanted apps, set up your
email and more. Please bring your iOS
device with you to class for an interactive experience. ipad/iphone/iOS –
Level 2
sunday, april 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30 p.M.
saturday, May 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
coMputer lab
Manage notifications, use Siri, update
apps, use the camera, get directions and
find a misplaced device.
the library
offers free
WiFi.
(847) 923-3352
Registration required.
Classes for Seniors
(For people age 50 and over - $9 per class)
Please note: USB drive required for Word classes. USB drives may be purchased at the library or you may bring
your own from home.
Word 1 & 2=Word Level 1, Excel 1 & 2=Excel Level 1, Windows 1 & 2=Windows 8
Basics
internet
Word-part 2 of 2
Start out right! Learn to use the
mouse and keyboard. Understand
the major parts of a computer.
Choose an Internet provider and
learn to use the Internet.
Format text in the continuing project.
tuesday, June 2 . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Email
thursday, May 7. . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Use Gmail to send and receive
email. Attach a picture or resume.
Must have a Gmail account at least
two days before class. Instructions
available at the Computer
Assistance Desk. Prerequisite:
Seniors Internet.
Excel-part 1 of 2
thursday, May 14 . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Learn to create a spreadsheet.
Prerequisite: Seniors Word.
Excel-part 2 of 2
Friday, May 15 . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Enter basic formulas and create a
basic chart in the continuing project.
Registration required.
tuesday, May 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Friday, May 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Windows 8.1-part 1 of 2
NEW
Wednesday, april 15 . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Manage your files and folders.
Windows 8.1 -part 2 of 2
NEW
Wednesday, april 22 . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Install new programs, create shortcuts and customize your background.
Word–part 1 of 2
thursday, april 30 . . . . . . . . 1:30 p.M.
adult coMputer lab
Learn the basics of typing a letter or
resume. Please note: USB drives are
required for Word classes. You may
bring one from home or purchase
one at the library.
Hand’s on experience and expert instruction
helps seniors learn new computer skills.
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TEEN PLACE
Register for most programs by visiting teen.schaumburglibrary.org or email [email protected] or
call (847) 923-3240. Programs with a fee require registration in person at the Information Desk
on the second floor. Registration begins one month before each event.
3D Design and printing
tuesday, april 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
teen place
Hannah, Lisa and Sarah create a video in the
Digital Production Studio.
Teen poetry Contest
Celebrate National Poetry Month in April.
Teens in grades 6-12 can submit up to
two of their own creative poems (sonnet,
haiku, or any form of poetry) for this
annual contest. Email poems to
[email protected] or submit them to the
Teen Desk or branch libraries by April
30. Please include name, grade and
email address or phone number on each
submission (for prize notification).
Winners will be notified mid-May.
Student Advisory
Trustees (SATs)
applications due: 5 p.M., June 30
Teens and young adults, ages 15-20 with
current STDL cards, are invited to apply
to be Student Trustees on the STDL
Board. Applications are available at the
central and branch libraries. For an
email application, write to [email protected]
or go to teen.schaumburglibrary.org/.
Applicants must attend a Board meeting
for one hour on Mondays, April 20
(Hoffman Estates Branch), May 18 or
June 15 (Central Library.) Students
should submit their findings and ideas
(no more than 1 page) with their applications. Contact Anna Pederson for more
information at [email protected].
Teen Film Force
(pre and post production)
tuesdays, april 14 & 28 . . . . . . . . 5:30-6:30 p.M.
teen place
Teens ages 12-19 can learn about 3D
design and printing from a local expert.
Create toy models, shapes, jewelry, and
more with free 3D modeling software and
our 3D printer. Prints will be available for
pickup at the Teen Desk one week after
the program. Registration required and
limited to 12 teens.
Collaborate on the scriptwriting process,
create shot-lists, storyboards, costumes,
props, edit and much more in this program in which teens will create videos
from start to finish while working behind
the scenes.
Minecraft Guild
tuesdays, april 14 & 28. . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 p.M.
teen place
thursdays, april 9 & May 14 . . . . . . . 6:30-8 p.M.
teen place
Teens ages 12-19 can play on our
Minecraft server as a group. Participants
will also have time to share Minecraft
tips/tricks and enjoy some open
Minecraft gaming time. Registration is
required and limited to 10 teens per
meeting.
ByOG- Bring your Own
Game
saturday, april 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 p.M.
teen place
Celebrate National Tabletop Day and
bring your own board game to the Teen
Place. Play your favorite board game with
other teens, ages 12-19. Snacks will be
served. Drop in.
Teen Film Force (
production)
Join author and improv master James
Kennedy for these fun-filled sessions in
which teens will act in videos, work with
green screen, learn about stage techniques, comedy tricks and more.
Registration required for teens 12-18.
Teen Corps Wednesdays, april 15 & May 20
Junior high group (grades 7-8). . . . . . 6-6:45 p.M.
high school group (grades 9-12) . . . 7-7:45 p.M.
teen place
Join us as we meet over pizza and work
together to make a difference in the
community. Interested teens in grades 712 can fill out an application at the central and branch libraries. All will be
accepted, but staff want to know your
interests.
Writing Club
Mondays, april 13 & May 11. . . . . . . . . . 7-8 p.M.
teen place
Young Adult Author Penny Blubaugh will
lead teens in grades 7-12 in creative writing activities. Registration required.
14 teen programs register by calling: (847) 923-3240
Teens work on 3-D printing with help from a
Library staff member.
Registration required unless otherwise noted.
interior Design
Workshop
thursday, april 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-8 p.M.
teen place
Learn to program a robot in the Robotic Basics
class listed on this page.
Movie Magic
Magical possibilities @ your library
national library Week, april 12-18
thursday, april 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
tuesday, May 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
Learn how to edit green screen footage
using software available at the library.
Use the Library’s portable green screen
to shoot footage, key out and add backgrounds using iMovie and Adobe
Premiere Pro software. Registration
required for teens ages 12-19 and limited to 10 due to the amount of available
computers.
robotic Basics
saturday, april 18 . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.M.-noon
thursday, May 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-8 p.M.
teen place
Calling robotics fans ages 12-19! In
these Lego Mindstorms workshops,
teens will learn how to program an EV3
robot so it can perform various actions.
Registration is limited to eight, due to
high demand. The same lessons will be
taught at each session.
Terrariums
Monday, april 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 p.M.
teen place
Create a miniature ecosystem of plants,
dirt, sand and rocks in this fun workshop. Teens can bring items to personalize their terrarium, but additional items
will be provided. Registration required
for teens 12-19.
Tired of the same look and design of
your bedroom? Teens ages 12-19 are
invited to discover creative and affordable ways to update a bedroom. In this
workshop, you will create a working
model of your room and learn about interior design, color and space. Registration
required.
robotic Challenges
saturday, april 25 . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.M.-noon
thursday, May 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-8 p.M.
teen place
Teens ages 12-19 will team up to program an EV3 robot so it can meet specific challenges. Registration is limited to
eight due to high demand. The same
challenges will be used for each session.
Light painting
Monday, april 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30-5:15 p.M.
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Create colorful works of art with iPads,
glow sticks and flashlights at this fun
class for teens 12-19. Help younger children as you create light-up art.
Registration required.
Take-Apart Night
tuesday, May 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 p.M.
teen place
Do you like to tinker with broken pieces
of technology? Explore the insides of old
TVs, remotes, game systems and more
at this take-apart night. Bring in gloves
and broken items of your own to dismantle- not fix! Registration required for
teens in grades 7-12.
Friday Teen Movie and
Gaming Nights
eVery Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-9 p.M.
teen place
Teens in grades 7-12 can enjoy a movie
or video games with other teens in the
Teen Place. No registration.
Read to the Rhythm
Kick-off
Monday, June 1
central and branch libraries
Kick off your summer with a day of fun
musical activities for all ages. Save the
date!
Registration required unless otherwise noted.
ACT practice Exam
saturday, May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4:30 p.M.
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The Library and Kaplan are teaming up
to offer a free ACT practice test for high
school students. If the ACT is making you
nervous, you’ll want to take advantage of
this opportunity. Attendees must bring
their own pencils and calculators. Open
only to high school sophomores, juniors
and seniors. Registration required.
Registration opens April 1.
Huge Thanks to
participants in Teen
Job Fair
On Feb. 28, many teens, parents,
prospective employees, and representatives attended the Library's 2nd
annual Teen Job Fair. The Library is
grateful to employers and presenters
who met with students during the fair.
By providing information and applications, as well as answering teens'
questions, they demonstrated their
commitment to our community and its
young adult population.
In addition to the Library, prospective
employers attending the fair included:
Appsomatic, Army Reserve, Friendship
Village, Goodwill, HandsOn Suburban,
Jet’s Pizza, Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria,
Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, Marine
Corps Reserve, Northwest Special
Recreation Association, Savers, St.
Hubert’s Job Ministry, Schaumburg
Boomers, Schaumburg Park District,
Village of Schaumburg and Weedman
Lawn.
Many thanks also to representatives
from Illinois workNet, who gave job
related presentations and resume
assistance. Presentations were also
made by a representative of St.
Hubert’s Job Ministry and the Library’s
business liaison. The Library appreciates the cooperative effort of local
businesses and organizations in helping our township’s youth learn career
skills and find employment.
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Register at the location you will attend for kidsZone programs that require registration: Central Library kidsZone Desk (847) 923-3439;
Hoffman Estates Branch (847) 885-3511; or Hanover Park Branch (630) 372-7800. You must register in person for all programs
requiring a fee. Fees must be paid at the time of registration. All kidsZone programs requiring registration are limited to Schaumburg
Township District Library cardholders. For parent/child programs, the limit for every adult is four children. Refunds, less a $3 service
fee, are available with a 24-hour notice. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult caregiver
(age 18 or older) at all times while in the library. No strollers are permitted in library-sponsored programs. No parents or younger
siblings admitted to programs designed for children to attend independently.
Children must be the required age on the
first day of the program. We reserve the
right to limit seating for safety reasons.
Most programs take place in the kidsZone
of the Central Library, unless noted.
STEAM programs
STEAM (formerly STEM) is an acronym for
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts
and Mathematics. The Schaumburg
Township District Library kidsZone supports STEAM through our collections and
programs. STEAM programs are designed
to enhance children’s natural curiosity
and engage them in structured thinking
through hands-on activities. The goal of
STEAM education is to prepare students
for success in future studies and careers
in these fast-paced and ever-changing
fields.
Science Grant
The Schaumburg Township District
Library received the Institute of Electrical
and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) Science
grant. Science programs supported by
this funding are indicated with
this symbol:
1,001 Books before
-5)
Kindergarten (
ages inFant
We are Growing Readers @ STDL. This
ongoing reading program is designed for
infants through children entering kindergarten. STDL cardholder parents and
children are invited to read 1,001 books.
Reading logs and prizes from the treasure chest will motivate families as they
read together. A special prize will be
awarded at the completion of the entire
program. Sign up at the Central Library
kidsZone Desk or at the Hanover Park or
Hoffman Estates branches.
Eric (Dad) and Violet read together in the Enchanted Forest.
Bookmark Design
Contest ( 5-14)
april 1-May 15
ages
Our Summer Reading Program theme is
Read to the Rhythm. Pick up a contest
form in the Central Library kidsZone or
Hanover Park or Hoffman Estates
branches beginning April 1, and enter by
May 15. Winning bookmarks will be
printed and distributed at the library
during the summer.
Baby Services
Newborn packet
(ages inFant-12 Months)
Get your child started early on the wonders of reading with the Library’s
Newborn Packet for STDL cardholders
with newborn babies. The gift from the
Library to your family includes a bag,
board book, bookmark and application
for a Library card. Pick up the Newborn
Packet in the kidsZone or at the Hanover
Park or Hoffman Estates branches. One
packet per newborn.
Baby play (
ages inFant-24 Months)
Fridays, april 3-May 22 . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 a.M.
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This informal program provides an
opportunity for adult caregivers to socialize while babies play with the toys provided. This is a special time for you and
your infant, so older siblings are not
allowed in the program. Drop in.
Baby Steps Storytime
(ages inFant-12 Months)
Wednesdays, May 6-27 . . . . . . . 10:30-10:50 a.M.
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This program will focus on Early Literacy
activities to do with your baby through
music, rhymes and fingerplays. Adult
caregivers and infants through 12
months only. Drop in.
16 kidsZone programs register by calling: (847) 923-3439 (central) • (847) 885-3511 (hoFFMan estates) • (630) 372-7800 (hanoVer park)
*
A means limited tickets will be available
in the kidsZone 20 minutes prior to showtime. Patrons may only attend one show.
Junior Keyboarding for
Success ( 8-9)
ages
Friday, april 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30-10:30 a.M.
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programs
Family Storytime (
ages inFant-5)
Wednesdays, april 1-29 . . . . . . 10:30-10:50 a.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Mondays, april 6-20 &
May 4-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30-10:50 a.M.
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tuesdays, april 7-28 . . . . . . . . 11:30-11:50 a.M.
hanoVer park branch
tuesdays, april 7-May 26 . . . . . . . 6:30-6:50 p.M.
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thursdays, May 7-14 . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-6:50 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
This storytime is for children and their
parents or caregivers. Adults help children participate in stories, songs, finger
plays and flannel board stories. Children
of all abilities are invited. Drop in.
Kids and Math (
ages
4-6)
Wednesdays, april 1-29 . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1:30 p.M.
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Children will enjoy a story and
math-related activity. Children who
attend this program should be comfortable in the room with other children and
without a parent or caregiver. Adults
must remain in the kidsZone during the
program. Drop in.
Art/Science Connection
(ages 6-14)
Wednesday, april 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:30-4 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Turn a science experiment into a
beautiful work of art. Drop in.
read to a Dog (
ages
6-14)
thursdays, april 2 & May 14. . . . . . . . . . 4-5 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
Children will read aloud to a certified
therapy dog. This is a wonderful opportunity to build a special bond with a dog,
improve confidence and sharpen reading
skills. Bring a book of your choice.
Register for one 15-minute session.
young Scientists (
ages
3-6)
thursdays, april 2-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-7 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
Children will participate in an interactive science activity with an adult
caregiver. Drop in.
Experience a fun introduction to keyboarding. Children will participate in
word processing activities on mini laptops. Learn proper hand placement and
posture, with an emphasis on home row
keys. Registration required. Fee: $5.
Keyboarding for Success
(ages 10-11)
Friday, april 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30-11:30 a.M.
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Experience a fun introduction to keyboarding. Children will participate in
word processing activities on mini laptops. Learn proper hand placement and
posture, with an emphasis on home row
keys. Registration required. Fee: $5.
Author Sally Walker
(ages 8 & up)
Monday, april 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 p.M.
rasMussen south
Spend an afternoon with Sally Walker,
author of over 50 nonfiction books,
including Fossil Fish Found Alive, Written
in Bone and Blizzard of Glass. Learn
about the writing, research and publishing process. A book sale and signing will
be included. Drop in.
Great Gaming (
ages
8-12)
tuesday, april 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4:45 p.M.
classrooM
Wednesday, May 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:30-4:15 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
tuesday, May 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4:45 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
Join us for this fun gaming event for kids
ages 8-12. A variety of video games will
be available to play. Drop in.
Amazing Bugs Junior
(ages 6-8)
Wednesday, april 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:30-4:15 p.M.
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Not all bugs are the same. Children
will learn the difference between an
insect and an arachnid explore where
bugs live and more. Mad Science will
present this exciting and interactive
workshop. Registration required.
Registration required unless otherwise noted.
Amazing Bugs (
ages
9-12)
Wednesday, april 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:15-5:15 p.M.
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Not all bugs are the same. Children
will learn the difference between
an insect and an arachnid, explore where
bugs live and more. Mad Science will
present this exciting and interactive workshop. Registration required.
El Día Storytime (
ages inFant-5)
Wednesday, april 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-6:50 p.M.
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Join us for stories and songs in Spanish.
Día celebrates children, families and
reading while emphasizing the importance of literacy for children of all cultural
backgrounds. Children and adult caregivers attend together. Drop in.
*Good Mischief Concert
(ages 3-6)
thursday, april 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30-2:15 p.M.
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Gemini, an award-winning musical duo,
will present an enjoyable family concert
using a dozen instruments. The rousing
program will include hand motion tunes,
folk tales and music from around the
world. Limited seating.
Mindstorms Mania (
ages
9-14)
thursday, april 9 or tuesday, May 12 . . . 4-5 p.M.
classrooM
Children will learn computer programming skills while using LEGO®
Mindstorms kits. Register for one session.
Sensational Saturday
(ages 3-14)
saturdays, april 11 & May 9 . . . . 11-11:30 a.M.
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Children will make a simple craft.
Children ages 3-5 should be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Drop in.
National Library Week
Celebration: Magical
possibilities @ your
Library
sunday, april 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . noon-3 p.M.
Celebrate the kick-off of National Library
Week. Come to the Wizard’s Apprentice
Magic Show, the Magical Emporium Craft
Fair/Flea Market, movies and more. See
details on page 2.
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Froebel Block Workshop
(ages 7-14)
Monday, april 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 p.M.
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Developed in the 1830s, these
smooth wooden blocks present
geometric shapes and patterns in
increasing complexity. Children will discover the fun and excitement of building
with Froebel blocks in this workshop presented by the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust.
Registration required.
poetry Fortune Cookies
(ages 8-14)
tuesday, april 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4:30 p.M.
craFt rooM
Create poetry to insert in your own personalized paper fortune cookie. Drop in.
Science or Magic? (
ages
7-14)
Wednesday, april 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:30-4 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Is it science? Or is it magic?
Children will participate in handson activities to determine the difference between science and magic.
Drop in.
Toddler Craft Time
(ages 13-36 Months)
thursday, april 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-11:30 a.M.
craFt rooM
Toddlers will make a simple craft with
the help of an adult caregiver. Drop in.
Elephant & piggie
puppet Shows ( 4-8)
ages
thursday, april 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4:30 p.M.
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thursday, May 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4:30 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Children and their adult caregivers will
enjoy puppet shows featuring Elephant
& Piggie. Drop in.
Forest read Aloud (
all ages)
saturday, april 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-11:20 a.M.
enchanted Forest
Families will enjoy listening to stories in
the Enchanted Forest. Drop in.
introduction to Chess
(ages 6-14)
saturdays, april 18-May 23. . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 p.M.
classrooM
Children who are new to chess will learn
the foundations from Rafeh Qazi, nationally ranked expert and professional
chess instructor with ChessTastic. Learn
how pieces move and acquire a solid
understanding of basic chess strategies.
Registration required. Fee: $20.
Advanced Chess (
ages
6-14)
saturdays, april 18-May 23. . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 p.M.
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Children with chess experience will learn
how to improve skills from Rafeh Qazi,
nationally ranked expert and professional chess instructor with ChessTastic.
Learn special moves, advanced strategies and chess notation. Pins, skewers,
x-rays and other tactical motifs will be
addressed. Registration required. Fee:
$20.
*Endangered Animals!
What’s a Kid to Do?
(ages 4 & up)
tuesday, april 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4:45 p.M.
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Kidworks Touring Theatre actors portray
newscasters uncovering how poaching,
pollution, predators and plastic affect
wildlife. Audience members will help perform scenes featuring animals. This high
energy show is guaranteed to bring out
the animal activist in everyone. Limited
seating.
*Duke Otherwise
Concerts ( 2-6)
ages
Monday, april 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30-10:15 a.M.
or 10:45-11:30 a.M.
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Using clever lyrics and a unique style,
musician Duke Otherwise will present
concerts that inspire the imagination.
The performances are guaranteed to
encourage laughter, movement and fun.
Limited seating.
Light painting (
ages
8-12)
Monday, april 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30-5:15 p.M.
classrooM
Create colorful works of art with
iPads, glow sticks and flashlights
at this fun class for children ages 8-12.
Registration required.
Draw your Own Comic
(ages 7-14)
tuesday, april 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5:30 p.M.
classrooM
Dare to Be a Millionaire
Crazy for comics? Come learn about cartoon comics and super heroes including
Garfield, Pokemon, Batman, Superman
and Iron Man. Children will invent and
draw a main character under the direction of artist Christine Thornton.
Registration required.
Wednesday, april 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:30-4 p.M.
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parent and Child Book
Club ( 10-14)
(ages 9-14)
Children will answer money math problems in this challenging game. Drop in.
italian Storytime (
ages
3-6)
thursday, april 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-11:30 a.M.
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The Italian Cultural Center will present
an Italian Storytime inspired by The
Adventures of Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi.
Children and adult caregivers will learn
basic Italian words while having fun.
Everyone is welcome, even without
knowledge of Italian. Drop in.
Music Time (
all ages)
thursdays, april 23-30. . . . . . . . . 6:30-6:50 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
tuesday, May 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:30-11:50 a.M.
hanoVer park branch
Wednesday, May 20 . . . . . . . . . 10:30-10:50 a.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Children and adult caregivers will sing
and dance to fun songs. Drop in.
ages
thursday, april 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-7:15 p.M.
classrooM
Children will read Counting by 7s by Holly
Goldberg Sloan in advance with a parent
or adult relative. Join us for discussion
and activities. Children will receive a
paperback copy of the book to keep.
Registration required at the kidsZone
Desk. Fee: $5.
Free Comic Book Day
(all ages)
saturday, May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.M.-6 p.M.
kidsZone
Choose a free comic book from a selection of comics for children, donated by
Keith’s Komix. Drop in.
Make a Terrarium (
ages
8-14)
saturday, May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30-1 p.M.
craFt rooM
During the Environmental Fair, children
will make a simple terrarium using rocks,
soil, plants and other materials.
Registration required.
18 kidsZone programs register by calling: (847) 923-3439 (central) • (847) 885-3511 (hoFFMan estates) • (630) 372-7800 (hanoVer park)
Mother’s Day Cards (
ages
6-14)
Monday, May 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4:30 p.M.
craFt rooM
tuesday, May 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4:30 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
thursday, May 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4:30 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
Decorate a special card for Mom. Drop
in.
Sensory Storytime (
ages
3-6)
tuesday, May 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 a.M.
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Children with special needs will enjoy a
Sensory Storytime experience.
Specialists from Lekotek will present stories, songs, hands-on activites and a
craft. Each child must be accompanied
by an adult caregiver. Registration
required.
Once Upon a Craft (
ages
2-5)
tuesday, May 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:30 a.M.-noon
hanoVer park branch
Wednesday, May 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30-11 a.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Children will make a craft, with all supplies available in a kit distributed at the
desk. Projects are to be completed in
the meeting room and kits returned to
the desk. This program is recommended
for ages 2-5 under the supervision of an
adult caregiver. Drop in.
*Adventure Theater
(ages 4 & up)
Wednesday, May 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 p.M.
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Kenn Adams will present Episode I:
Adventure in Space!, an interactive theatrical adventure where audience members make sound effects, help create
the story and leap on stage to play the
main characters. This action-packed
afternoon is sure to spark creativity and
laughter in everyone. Limited seating.
parent and Child Craft
(ages 2-5)
thursdays, May 7-28 . . . . . . . . . 11:30 a.M.-noon
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Children will make a simple art project
with the help of an adult. Drop in. Space Travel: past,
present and Future (
ages
7-14)
Monday, May 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 p.M.
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Children will learn about the history, present and future of space
exploration through an interactive presentation including slides. The program
will conclude with an outdoor rocket
launch, weather permitting. Drop in.
Superhero Storytime
(ages 3-6)
tuesday, May 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:30-11:50 a.M.
hanoVer park branch
Wednesday, May 13 . . . . . . . . . 10:30-10:50 a.M.
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Children and adult caregivers will enjoy
stories and songs with a superhero
theme. Feel free to wear a costume!
Drop in.
Canvas Art (
ages
7-14)
Wednesday, May 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:30-4:15 p.M.
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Create an abstract masterpiece using
tape and paint on canvas. Drop in.
Book & Craft (
ages
4-6)
tuesday, May 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:30 a.M.-noon
hanoVer park branch
Wednesday, May 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30-11 a.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Children will hear a story and make a
craft based on the book. Children who
attend this program should be comfortable in the room with other children and
without a parent or caregiver. Adults
must remain in the library during the
program. Drop in.
Learning to Listen
(recoMMended For ages 2-5)
thursdays, May 7-28 . . . . . . . . . . . 11-11:10 a.M.
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In this 10-minute Storytime, children and
caregivers will listen to one or two stories. This program is designed for children who are just learning to sit in a
group setting and listen to a story. Drop
in.
*Morris the Magic Man
(ages 3-6)
Friay, May 29 . . . 9:30-10 a.M. or 10:30-11 a.M.
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Children and adult caregivers will enjoy a
magic show presented by Morris the
Magic Man. The audience is sure to be
amazed and delighted by a variety of
tricks! Limited seating.
Registration required unless otherwise noted.
Two boys model their sunglasses at the
Hanover Park Branch.
Read to the Rhythm
Kick-off
Monday, June 1
all locations
Kick off your summer with a day of fun
musical activities for all ages. Save the
date!
*The Knightly News
Opera ( 4 & )
ages
up
Monday, June 1 . . 9:30-10 a.M. or 10:30-11 a.M.
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Green Light Vocal Productions will present a delightful show with Prince
Charming, Little Red Riding Hood, The
Big Bad Wolf and one of the Three Little
Pigs. The catchy melodies will introduce
children to the concept of opera as a
singing story in a fun-filled way. Limited
seating.
rhythm and rhymes
Concert ( 2 & )
ages
up
Monday, June 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30-1:15 p.M.
hanoVer park branch
Monday, June 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3:45 p.M.
hoFFMan estates branch
Award-winning children’s musician Laura
Doherty will present an energetic concert featuring songs from her three
albums. This upbeat program will
engage children in dancing, singing and
puppets. Drop in.
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Mission Statement
Schaumburg Township District Library will be the premier provider of equal access for all to
quality information, materials, programming and facilities through the excellent service of a
well-trained staff.
Book Sale
saturday, May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 a.M.-2 p.M.
library baseMent
Come early and bring family and friends to
the STDL book sale. Prices: 50¢ for most
paperbacks and $1 for most hardcovers.
Enter on the south side of library.
Library Closings
sunday, april 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . easter
Monday, May 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MeMorial day
Board Meetings
The STDL Board will meet at 7 p.m., Monday,
april 20 at the Hoffman Estates Branch and
Monday, May 18 in the Central Library
Conference Room.
Computer Usage
The kidsZone and the branch libraries
provide two hours per person, per day.
The Central Library adult computer area
provides two hours per person, per day
with an extended period of 2 hours more
(4 hours total) when there is availability.
parking Lot Safety
Please drive slowly and watch out for
children in the library’s parking lot. Use
®
schaumburg township
district library
caution when picking up and dropping off
visitors. Adults should hold children’s hands
when walking through the lot.
Special Assistance
STDL, in compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA), does not
discriminate in activities against persons
with disabilities. To arrange for assistance
to participate in these programs, please
call the kidsZone at (847) 923-3439, Teen
Place at (847) 923-3240 or Information
Desk, (adults) at (847) 923-3347. Please
call two weeks prior to the activity so that
arrangements can be made for special
equipment or a sign language interpreter.
central library
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branch library
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hanover park
branch library
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library board
image release
All program registrants and participants
must permit the taking and use of their
image in future library publications, both
printed and electronic.
Special Equipment
Patrons can request any of the following at
the Central Library’s Reception Desk: electric scooter, wheelchair or walker. Patrons
can also arrange for this equipment at the
drive-up window so it will be ready when
they enter the library.
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