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Sunday, August 26, 2012

LIBRARY HAPPENINGS AUGUST 27--SEPTEMBER 2

ADULT SERVICES:
Did you know that the current mayor of Palatine is a former professional football player? Mayor Jim Schwantz played for both the Chicago Bears, the San Francisco 49ers, and for the Dallas Cowboys during the 1990's. Even now he has ties to football as a commentator on WBBM. On Monday, August 27, at 7 p.m., he will be reminiscing about those years and experiences during the program From the Suburbs to the NFL. Register online. NOTE: although the Summer Reading Program prize winners will be drawn at 6:30, preceding the program, the program is open to everyone, not just the SRP finishers.

On Tuesday, August 28, at 7 p.m., Gary Kouba, former owner of Perfect Auto Finish, will show car owners Auto Detailing: Do it like a Professional. Interior and exterior car care will be covered. He'll also explain what to look for and look out for when buying a new car. Register online.

Contact Jill Derkits (extension 226) for more information about the latest Bus Trip, scheduled for Wednesday, August 29--a Taste Trip to Milwaukee. The $67 ticket will provide stops at the Milwaukee Public Market, Tulip, Glorioso's Deli,  Sciortino's Bakery, and Karl Ratzsch's. Oh, and there'll be some history thrown in as well. The bus will leave at 9 a.m., and return after 4:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the Circulation Desk.

The latest Craft Swap will be held on Thursday, August 30, at 7 p.m. Bring in craft kits and supplies you know you'll never use again or that you've lost interest in, and take home something new. Register online.

REMINDER: The Library will be closed for the Labor Day Holiday on both Sunday, September 2, and Monday, September 3. It will reopen on Tuesday, September 4, at 9 a.m.

Monday, August 20, 2012

LIBRARY HAPPENINGS AUGUST 20-26

This is the last week for the Adult Services Summer Reading Program. There is still time to sign up--only 5 books need to be read to earn a T-shirt--and every EGVPL book read earns a chance to win a "bucket prize". The final day is Sunday, August 26. Call the Adult Services Desk at extension 272 for more information.

Sunday, August 12, 2012

LIBRARY HAPPENINGS AUGUST 13-19

ADULT SERVICES:
IDES returns on Monday, August 13, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., for another workshop for job seekers, Effective Resumes, Interviewing and Job Search Techniques. A mock interview will be part of the program. Register online.

Om Johari returns this week for two programs that will take puzzle fans through the mechanics of solving Sudoku puzzles. On Tuesday, August 14, at 7 p.m., it will be Sudoku for Beginners--register online here. On Thursday, August 16, at 7 p.m., it will be Sudoku Solving Strategies--register online here.

On Friday, August 17, after the Library closes at 7 p.m., Got Game?, the monthly Game Night, will be held. Patrons ages 12 and up may participate, but anyone under 17 must have written parental permission. Play xBox, Playstation, and Wii games, PC games, and even table top games, solo or in teams. Refreshments will be available. Register online.

YOUTH SERVICES:
Hunger Games will be released on Saturday, August 18, and to celebrate, teens in grades 6 and up are invited to a special showing of the film at 1 p.m. There will also be other related activities, including a Cosplay contest and a real archery demonstration. Snacks will be available, too. Register online.

Sunday, August 5, 2012

LIBRARY HAPPENINGS AUGUST 6-12

ADULT SERVICES:
On Monday, August 6, at 7 p.m., long-time favorite Weather Man Harry Volkman will present his program Whatever the Weather, (also the title of his self-published autobiography). Hear about the early days of TV weather broadcasting and how it has changed over the years, about his own experiences, and about other meteorologist broadcasters in the Chicago area. Register online.


After the Tour...Basic Bike Maintenance and Safety is the topic for Vince Boyer's program on Wednesday, August 8, at 7 p.m. He will cover tires, brakes, helmets, and other elements of maintenance and safety for bicyclists. Attendees can bring their bikes in, as well, for an on-the-spot analysis of bicycle condition by Vince and other technicians from Village Cycle Sport. Register online.


YOUTH SERVICES:
Youth Summer Reading is officially over, but prizes may still be collected. Also, check the Raffle Prizes List to see if you are a winner. Many prizes have not yet been collected.