ADULT SERVICES:
The Morning Book Group will be meeting on Tuesday, February 1, at 10:30 a.m., to discuss Last Orders by Graham Swift--a group of friends make a pilgrimage to scatter their former pal's ashes. For more information, call Chris Mika at extension 271.
Licensed Massage Therapist Bill Patterson will discuss the benefits of Therapeutic Massage and "Healing Touch" on Wednesday, February 2, at 7 p.m. Discover how such therapy can relieve various types of pain. Register online.
The monthly Game Night will be a week early this month (the Friends will be setting up for the annual Book Sale later in the month) on Friday, February 4, at 7 p.m. Patrons aged 12 and up are invited to participate in various games as teams or solo, including Wii, and Playstation games. Children under 17 must have written parental permission to play. Pizza and pop will be served. Register online.
YOUTH SERVICES:
Chess classes for children in grades K through 8 will begin on Saturday, February 5. Beginners will meet at 1 p.m., and advanced players will meet at 2:15 p.m. The classes will run for 3 consecutive Saturdays. There will be a tournament on February 26 at 1:30 p.m. open to any student through 8th grade even if they have not attended the classes. Register for classes and the tournament online.
The Winter Reading has begun. Come in any time--babies through high school--and get a log sheet. Every 30 minutes of reading earns "raffle" tickets. Weekly raffles will be held on Saturdays at 11 a.m.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Sunday, January 23, 2011
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS JANUARY 24-30
ADULT SERVICES:
Super Healthy Super Bowl Foods--is it possible? Join Tatiyana Piper from Whole Foods on Monday, January 24, at 7 p.m., for some delicious, healthy alternatives to the usual greasy, calorie-laden snacks often served on Super Bowl Sunday. Register online.
There are still openings for the Computer Class Internet Basics scheduled for Wednesday, January 26, at 9:15 a.m. Learn about toolbars, urls, web protocol, and more. Register online.
The bus trip to see Swing on a Star, featuring music of the "Swing" era, will be leaving at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 26. The performance at the Fireside Theater in Ft. Atkinson, Wisconsin, will be preceded by a special dinner. More details online. $85 tickets can be purchased at the Circulation Desk.
Ice Sculptor Dan Rebholz will return on Saturday, January 29, at 2 p.m., to create one of his fabulous works on the patio outside the front entrance. There will even be refreshments. The event is part of the kick-off for the Adult Winter Reading Program, Great Art Caper. Qualify to win a special prize by reading 3 books.
Registration for the program begins on January 29.
YOUTH SERVICES:
There are still openings in the various Winter Programs offered in Youth Services. Register online.
The Chicago Wolves Read to Succeed Winter Reading Program begins Saturday, January 29, at 9:30 a.m. Earn prize tickets for every 30 minutes of reading done. There will be weekly prizes and end-of-the-program prizes. On this Opening Day only, there will be a special "raffle" for children who sign up. 3 Wolves' Replica Jerseys will be awarded. Also, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Dr. Gesundheit will be roaming around doing tricks and comedy.
Super Healthy Super Bowl Foods--is it possible? Join Tatiyana Piper from Whole Foods on Monday, January 24, at 7 p.m., for some delicious, healthy alternatives to the usual greasy, calorie-laden snacks often served on Super Bowl Sunday. Register online.
There are still openings for the Computer Class Internet Basics scheduled for Wednesday, January 26, at 9:15 a.m. Learn about toolbars, urls, web protocol, and more. Register online.
The bus trip to see Swing on a Star, featuring music of the "Swing" era, will be leaving at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 26. The performance at the Fireside Theater in Ft. Atkinson, Wisconsin, will be preceded by a special dinner. More details online. $85 tickets can be purchased at the Circulation Desk.
Ice Sculptor Dan Rebholz will return on Saturday, January 29, at 2 p.m., to create one of his fabulous works on the patio outside the front entrance. There will even be refreshments. The event is part of the kick-off for the Adult Winter Reading Program, Great Art Caper. Qualify to win a special prize by reading 3 books.
Registration for the program begins on January 29.
YOUTH SERVICES:
There are still openings in the various Winter Programs offered in Youth Services. Register online.
The Chicago Wolves Read to Succeed Winter Reading Program begins Saturday, January 29, at 9:30 a.m. Earn prize tickets for every 30 minutes of reading done. There will be weekly prizes and end-of-the-program prizes. On this Opening Day only, there will be a special "raffle" for children who sign up. 3 Wolves' Replica Jerseys will be awarded. Also, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Dr. Gesundheit will be roaming around doing tricks and comedy.
Sunday, January 16, 2011
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS JANUARY 17-23
ADULT SERVICES:
There is still an opening for Scott Sanders' class Introduction to Computers at 7 p.m. on Monday, January 17. This class is for anyone who is new to computers in general and will cover basic operations. The Internet will NOT be covered. Register online.
AT 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 20, join financial planner Scott Goldman of Planning Dynamics for the program Mistakes People make with their IRA Money. 90 mistakes "made with conversion, beneficiaries, income tax, estate planning, stretching, investment, and documentation" will be covered. Register online.
Internet Basics will be taught on Saturday, January 22, at 2:15 p.m. Learn about toolbars, urls, and navigation on the World Wide Web. Register online.
YOUTH SERVICES:
All are welcome to come and see the Chicago Boyz Acrobats on Monday, January 17, at 11 a.m. No tickets are needed, but space is limited and Elk Grove Residents will be given preference.
Winter programs begin on Monday, January 17. Drop in classes include Baby Tales on Mondays at 10 a.m. and Twilight Tales on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. for children ages 6 months to 2 1/2 years old with an adult. Alphabet Soup on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. is for children ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 and covers letters, colors, counting and more. Evening Story Time on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. is for all ages.
Register online for Getting Ready to Read for children ages 3 1/2 and up with an adult on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and on Thursdays at 10 a.m. and for Science and More on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4 p.m. for 1st graders and up.
There is still an opening for Scott Sanders' class Introduction to Computers at 7 p.m. on Monday, January 17. This class is for anyone who is new to computers in general and will cover basic operations. The Internet will NOT be covered. Register online.
AT 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 20, join financial planner Scott Goldman of Planning Dynamics for the program Mistakes People make with their IRA Money. 90 mistakes "made with conversion, beneficiaries, income tax, estate planning, stretching, investment, and documentation" will be covered. Register online.
Internet Basics will be taught on Saturday, January 22, at 2:15 p.m. Learn about toolbars, urls, and navigation on the World Wide Web. Register online.
YOUTH SERVICES:
All are welcome to come and see the Chicago Boyz Acrobats on Monday, January 17, at 11 a.m. No tickets are needed, but space is limited and Elk Grove Residents will be given preference.
Winter programs begin on Monday, January 17. Drop in classes include Baby Tales on Mondays at 10 a.m. and Twilight Tales on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. for children ages 6 months to 2 1/2 years old with an adult. Alphabet Soup on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. is for children ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 and covers letters, colors, counting and more. Evening Story Time on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. is for all ages.
Register online for Getting Ready to Read for children ages 3 1/2 and up with an adult on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and on Thursdays at 10 a.m. and for Science and More on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4 p.m. for 1st graders and up.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS JANUARY 14-16
ADULT SERVICES:
There is still time to sign up for the two-week course for patrons aged 50 and up, AARP Driver Training, meeting on both January 14 and January 21 at 12:30 p.m. Review driving skills and techniques (this class may possibly reduce insurance costs--check with your company). There is a cost of $14 ($12 for AARP members) for materials. For more information, call Jill Derkits.
January's Game Night will be this Friday, January 14, at 7 p.m. Play games solo or in teams on Wii, Playstation, and PCs. Pizza and pop will be available. Patrons ages 12 and up are welcome, but those under 17 need written parental permission to participate. Register online.
This weekend there will be a Friends Mini Book Sale in the Lobby on Friday, January 14, from 3-7 p.m., and on Saturday, January 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
YOUTH SERVICES:
Registration has begun for Winter Session Programs. Register online.
There is still time to sign up for the two-week course for patrons aged 50 and up, AARP Driver Training, meeting on both January 14 and January 21 at 12:30 p.m. Review driving skills and techniques (this class may possibly reduce insurance costs--check with your company). There is a cost of $14 ($12 for AARP members) for materials. For more information, call Jill Derkits.
January's Game Night will be this Friday, January 14, at 7 p.m. Play games solo or in teams on Wii, Playstation, and PCs. Pizza and pop will be available. Patrons ages 12 and up are welcome, but those under 17 need written parental permission to participate. Register online.
This weekend there will be a Friends Mini Book Sale in the Lobby on Friday, January 14, from 3-7 p.m., and on Saturday, January 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
YOUTH SERVICES:
Registration has begun for Winter Session Programs. Register online.
Monday, January 3, 2011
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS JANUARY 3-9
ADULT SERVICES:
The Morning Book Group will be meeting on Tuesday, January 4, at 10:30 a.m., to discuss Jimmy Carter's Christmas in Plains: Memories, a recollection of various Christmases from his childhood through his presidency and more. For more information, call Chris Mika at extension 271.
YOUTH SERVICES:
Registration for Winter Programs--starting January 17--begins on Saturday, January 8, at 9 a.m. Sign up online for weekly Science and More and Getting Ready to Read as well as the Chess Classes and Tournament.
Come and enjoy the Okee Dokee Brothers on Saturday, January 8, at 2:30 p.m., for an hour of interactive country music, singing, and dancing. No registration needed, but seating is limited.
The Morning Book Group will be meeting on Tuesday, January 4, at 10:30 a.m., to discuss Jimmy Carter's Christmas in Plains: Memories, a recollection of various Christmases from his childhood through his presidency and more. For more information, call Chris Mika at extension 271.
YOUTH SERVICES:
Registration for Winter Programs--starting January 17--begins on Saturday, January 8, at 9 a.m. Sign up online for weekly Science and More and Getting Ready to Read as well as the Chess Classes and Tournament.
Come and enjoy the Okee Dokee Brothers on Saturday, January 8, at 2:30 p.m., for an hour of interactive country music, singing, and dancing. No registration needed, but seating is limited.
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