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Library Events: Aug. 30th -- Sept. 11th
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ADULTS & SENIORS
Prairiesmoke Writers Group -- Wednesday, September 8th at 7pm
Stop by the monthly meeting of the library's writers group! You're invited to discuss your work with other writers and have fun with some group writing assignments. New members are welcome! Writers of all levels are encouraged to attend. Registration is not required.
Armchair Travelers: Bali -- Friday, September 10th at 1:30pm
Join photographer and world traveler Michael Gauer as he takes you on a tour of Bali. Through color photographs and personal narratives, you’ll discover the beauty and culture found on this “little island of enchantment.”
TEENS
Teen Book Club -- Tuesday, September 7th at 7pm
The Teen Book Club will be discussing The Espressologist! Books are available at the library for check out and new members are welcome. And in seriously exciting news, the author of The Espressologist, Kristina Springer, is one of the authors attending the library's Author Fair! Stop by anytime on Monday, September 20th between 6-8:30pm to meet her. She'll also be giving a short presentation (check back later for the exact time) that night. It's free! And there will be snacks! And you'll get to hang out with a published author of teen books! Woo!
Teen Advisory Board Meeting -- Thursday, September 9th at 7pm
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a library group for high school students looking to influence the library's teen services. Meetings include discussions of books, programs, and other library topics. One hour of community service is given for each TAB meeting attended. For teens in 9-12th grade.
KIDS
Bookmobile Event: Teacher Survival Kit -- Aug. 30th-Sept. 8th
Want to make a good impression at school? Make a "survival kit" for your teacher on the Bookmobile!
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Library Closed
In observance of Labor Day, the library will be closed on Monday, September 6th. Bookmobile service will also be suspended for the day. We will reopen Tuesday morning at 8:30 am. And as a reminder, the library will be open on Sundays from 4-8 pm beginning Sunday, September 12th!
Costume Swap
Donate a cool costume and shop at our 2nd annual Halloween Costume Swap! For every gently-used costume you donate, you will receive a ticket to shop the Costume Swap on Saturday, September 25th from 9am-3pm. You will be allowed to choose one costume for each costume donated. Donate an accessory to choose one from the accessory table! Open admission will be Saturday from 1-3pm (no ticket required). Monetary donations accepted for each costume and/or accessory during this time only (all donations accepted to be used for children's programming). Costumes and accessories of all sizes will be accepted September 7th - 23rd. Not interested in swapping? We will gladly accept any costume you wish to donate! No children will be allowed in the meeting room during the swap, due to space limitations. Selection and sizes cannot be guaranteed. Any remaining costumes after the swap will be donated to a local charity. Please contact the Childrens Department with any questions!
For more information on library programs, contact (708) 301-7908 or email Heather Colby at heather@homerlibrary.org.
*Posted @ Monday, August 30, 2010 
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Library Events: Aug. 23rd -- Sept. 4th
Please Note: Registration for all library programming is now online! Click here to register. Have questions? Call us at (708) 301-7908!
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ADULT & SENIORS
Chick Lit Discussion Group -- Tuesday, August 24th at 7pm
Join us for a discussion of Immediate Family by Eileen Goudge! Books are available at the library for check out. New members are welcome!
TEENS
Upcoming! Meet the Author of our Latest Teen Book Club Selection!
The Teen Book Club will be discussing The Espressologist on Tuesday, September 7th at 7pm! Books are available at the library for check out and new members are welcome. And in seriously exciting news, the author of The Espressologist, Kristina Springer, is one of the authors attending the library's Author Fair! Stop by anytime on Monday, September 20th between 6-8:30pm to meet her. She'll also be giving a short presentation (check back later for the exact time) that night. It's free! And there will be snacks! And you'll get to hang out with a published author of teen books! Woo!
KIDS
Bookmobile Event: Teacher Survival Lit -- Aug. 30th-Sept. 8th
Want to make a good impression at school? Make a "survival kit" for your teacher on the Bookmobile!
MORE INFO
Library Closed
In observance of Labor Day, the library will be closed on Monday, September 6th. Bookmobile service will also be suspended for the day. We will reopen Tuesday morning at 8:30 am. And as a reminder, the library will be open on Sundays from 4-8 pm beginning Sunday, September 12th!
Fall Newsletter & Registration Info
Our Fall newsletter is now online! Click here to view all of our upcoming programming for children, teens, adults, and seniors. Registration for all programs begins on Monday, September 13th at 9am. Remember that you can now register online! Simply click the "register online" link on the upper right corner of our homepage (or click here). Need help registering from home? Call us at (708) 301-7908 for help!
Used Book Sale: A Success!
We would like to extend a hearty thanks to all of those involved in making our 3rd annual Used Book Sale a success! This year's sale was the best yet -- we raised $2,100 for the library! Thank you goes out to the patrons who donated boxes and bags full of materials, teens who volunteered to organize the books and help at the sale, and the people who purchased all of those books! A special thanks also to the teens who helped create the beautiful beaded bookmarks that were sold. We look forward to next year's Used Book Sale and hope you do too!
Author Fair
The Homer Library is excited to announce that our 5th Annual Author Fair will be held at the library on Monday, September 20th from 6-8:30pm. Meet the people behind the stories! Throughout the night, local authors will give short talks discussing their books, writing methods, and/or publication process. All authors will have tables throughout the library, at which they will sell and sign their books and also answer questions from patrons. Authors of childrens, teen, and adult books will be at the Author Fair: Luisa Buehler, Fern Schumer Chapman, George Kulles, Esther Mackey, Helen Osterman, Henry Perez, Paul Scheiner, Jennie Spallone, Kristina Springer, and Lee Williams. We will be posting interviews with the authors in the weeks leading up to the event. For now, you can check out interviews with Fern Schumer Chapman, Kristina Springer, Paul Scheiner, and George Kulles. This event is a true celebration of reading and writing, so we hope to see you there!
For more information on library programs, contact (708) 301-7908 or email Heather Colby at heather@homerlibrary.org.
Quick links to:Adults & Seniors | Teens | Kids | More Info
ADULT & SENIORS
Chick Lit Discussion Group -- Tuesday, August 24th at 7pm
Join us for a discussion of Immediate Family by Eileen Goudge! Books are available at the library for check out. New members are welcome!
TEENS
Upcoming! Meet the Author of our Latest Teen Book Club Selection!
The Teen Book Club will be discussing The Espressologist on Tuesday, September 7th at 7pm! Books are available at the library for check out and new members are welcome. And in seriously exciting news, the author of The Espressologist, Kristina Springer, is one of the authors attending the library's Author Fair! Stop by anytime on Monday, September 20th between 6-8:30pm to meet her. She'll also be giving a short presentation (check back later for the exact time) that night. It's free! And there will be snacks! And you'll get to hang out with a published author of teen books! Woo!
KIDS
Bookmobile Event: Teacher Survival Lit -- Aug. 30th-Sept. 8th
Want to make a good impression at school? Make a "survival kit" for your teacher on the Bookmobile!
MORE INFO
Library Closed
In observance of Labor Day, the library will be closed on Monday, September 6th. Bookmobile service will also be suspended for the day. We will reopen Tuesday morning at 8:30 am. And as a reminder, the library will be open on Sundays from 4-8 pm beginning Sunday, September 12th!
Fall Newsletter & Registration Info
Our Fall newsletter is now online! Click here to view all of our upcoming programming for children, teens, adults, and seniors. Registration for all programs begins on Monday, September 13th at 9am. Remember that you can now register online! Simply click the "register online" link on the upper right corner of our homepage (or click here). Need help registering from home? Call us at (708) 301-7908 for help!
Used Book Sale: A Success!
We would like to extend a hearty thanks to all of those involved in making our 3rd annual Used Book Sale a success! This year's sale was the best yet -- we raised $2,100 for the library! Thank you goes out to the patrons who donated boxes and bags full of materials, teens who volunteered to organize the books and help at the sale, and the people who purchased all of those books! A special thanks also to the teens who helped create the beautiful beaded bookmarks that were sold. We look forward to next year's Used Book Sale and hope you do too!
Author Fair
The Homer Library is excited to announce that our 5th Annual Author Fair will be held at the library on Monday, September 20th from 6-8:30pm. Meet the people behind the stories! Throughout the night, local authors will give short talks discussing their books, writing methods, and/or publication process. All authors will have tables throughout the library, at which they will sell and sign their books and also answer questions from patrons. Authors of childrens, teen, and adult books will be at the Author Fair: Luisa Buehler, Fern Schumer Chapman, George Kulles, Esther Mackey, Helen Osterman, Henry Perez, Paul Scheiner, Jennie Spallone, Kristina Springer, and Lee Williams. We will be posting interviews with the authors in the weeks leading up to the event. For now, you can check out interviews with Fern Schumer Chapman, Kristina Springer, Paul Scheiner, and George Kulles. This event is a true celebration of reading and writing, so we hope to see you there!
For more information on library programs, contact (708) 301-7908 or email Heather Colby at heather@homerlibrary.org.
*Posted @ Monday, August 23, 2010
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Library Events: Aug. 16th -- Aug. 28th
Please Note:Registration for all library programming is now online! Click here to register. Have questions? Call us at (708) 301-7908!Quick links to:
Adults & Seniors | Teens | Kids | More Info
ADULTS & SENIORS
How to Win Sweepstakes -- Monday, August 16th at 7pm
In 20 years of sweepstaking, Cindy Sykora has won over and over! Cindy and her family have own trips, merchandise, a new car, a landscaping makeover, and $10,000 in gas cards. She will share her tips and strategies for winning and also discuss safeguarding yourself against scams.
ESL Parent Workshop -- Tuesday, August 17th at 7pm
This presentation will provide ways for non-English speaking parents to help their K-3 children better learn and succeed, especially in the area of reading. Parents will walk away with a deeper understanding of how their children learn to read and specific tools to help in their learning. Presenters Lauren Pisano and Michelle Manzo-Slaveiro are teacher/instructors at Walsh School in Summit, IL. Ms. Pisano provides workshops in her district to help parents incorporate literacy in their homes. Ms. Manzo-Slaveiro has worked as an ESL teacher for the past 8 years. Funding for this grant was awarded by the IL State Library (ISL), a Department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSATA).
Booktalk with Anderson's Bookstore -- Wednesday, August 18th at 7pm
Kathleen March from Anderson’s Bookshop will booktalk what new in children’s literature. This session is worth 1 CPDU. Funding for this grant was awarded by the IL State Library (ISL), a Department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSATA).
ELL Teacher Workshop -- Thursday, August 19th at 7pm
This presentation will provide best practices for teaching K-3 English Language Learners, along with meaningful activities that can be taken right into the classroom. We will also lead a discussion on how best to communicate with culturally diverse families in order to fully meet students’ needs. CPDU's for this program will be available. Presenters Lauren Pisano and Michelle Manzo-Slaveiro are teacher/instructors at Walsh School in Summit, IL. Ms. Pisano provides workshops in her district to help parents incorporate literacy in their homes. Ms. Manzo-Slaveiro has worked as an ESL teacher for the past 8 years. Funding for this grant was awarded by the IL State Library (ISL), a Department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSATA).
Armchair Travelers: Wales -- Friday, August 20th at 7pm
Explore the undiscovered side of Wales with Frank Klicar. You'll learn about the history, culture, and landscape of this semi-autonomous principality on the west coast of Britain.
Chick Lit Discussion Group -- Tuesday, August 24th at 7pm
Join us for a discussion of Immediate Family by Eileen Goudge! Books are available at the library for check out. New members are welcome!
TEENS
Upcoming! Meet the Author of our Latest Teen Book Club Selection!
The Teen Book Club will be discussing The Espressologist on Tuesday, September 7th at 7pm! Books are available at the library for check out and new members are welcome. And in seriously exciting news, the author of The Espressologist, Kristina Springer, is one of the authors attending the library's Author Fair! Stop by anytime on Monday, September 20th between 6-8:30pm to meet her. She'll also be giving a short presentation (check back later for the exact time) that night. It's free! And there will be snacks! And you'll get to hang out with a published author of teen books! Woo!
KIDS
Bookmobile Event: Gruesome Guessing Jar: August 16-23
Spiders and centipedes and flies…oh my! Visit the Bookmobile to estimate the number of ghastly goodies in the Gruesome Guessing Jar!
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Thank You Teen Volunteers!
The library would like to extend a huge thank you to the 105 teen volunteers that spent a total of 1047.25 hours here this summer! Teens helped out with the Summer Reading Program, the Used Book Sale, with making beaded bookmarks, and more. Are you a teen who needs service hours? We'll be offering more volunteer opportunities throughout the year. For more information, please check the library's website after September 1st.
For more information on library programs, contact (708) 301-7908 or email Heather Colby at heather@homerlibrary.org.
For more information on library programs, contact (708) 301-7908 or email Heather Colby at heather@homerlibrary.org.
*Posted @ Monday, August 16, 2010
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Library Events: Aug. 2nd -- Aug. 14th
Please Note: Registration for all library programming is now online! Click here to register. Have questions? Call us at (708) 301-7908!Quick links to:
Adults & Seniors | Teens | Kids | More Info
ADULTS & SENIORS
Frozen Sorbets -- Monday, August 2nd at 7pm
Enjoy the lighter side of the heavenly frozen desserts universe with fruit sorbets that will trip your switch! Chef Michael Niksic will share his restaurant proven sorbet recipes. A cold tasting of these frozen delights are included in the program!
Prairiesmoke Writers Club -- Wednesday, August 11th at 7pm
Stop by the monthly meeting of the library's writers group! You're invited to discuss your work with other writers and have fun with some group writing assignments. New members are welcome! Writers of all levels are encouraged to attend. Registration is not required.
TEENS
Teen Book Club -- Tuesday, August 3rd at 7pm
Join us for a discussion of the mystery novel Fake ID by Walter Sorrells! Snacks will be provided. For teens in 6th grade and up.
Teen Advisory Board -- Thursday, August 12th at 7pm
Teens in high school are invited to join the library's Teen Advisory Board! Teens provide feedback on the library's teen collection and programs. Members receive one hour of community service for each meeting attended. For teens in grades 9-12.
KIDS
Bookmobile Event: Tic-Tac-Toe -- August 2-11
Have fun playing Tic-Tac-Toe and be a friend to the earth! Stop by the Bookmobile to make your own travel game out of a recycled CD case! Want to know if the Bookmobile stops in your neighborhood? Call the library at (708) 301-7908!
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Used Book Sale
Our annual Used Book Sale is quickly approaching! We are accepting donations from August 3-12 during library hours. We accept books, music, and movies. Unfortunately, we cannot accept magazines, Reader's Digest Condensed, encyclopedias, or damaged items. There is a preview sale for Friends of the Library members on Thursday, August 12th from 5-8:30pm. The sale is open to the public on Friday, August 13th from 9am-4pm; on Saturday, August 14th from 9am-3:30pm; and on Monday, August 16th from 9am-3pm. Hope to see you there!
Download eBooks and audiobooks with Omni Libraries!
The Homer Library now offers access to a catalog of eBooks and audiobooks through Omni Libraries. To get started, click on the Omni Overdrive Libraries link (found in the right column, second from the bottom) on our database page. Click on the "Quick Start Guide" found on the left side of the screen to get you on your way! To see if your device is compatible with this service, click on the "Supported Portable Audio Devices" or "Supported Portable eBook Devices" links also found on the left side of the screen. Have questions? Please contact the Adult Services Department!
For more information on library programs, contact (708) 301-7908 or email Heather Colby at heather@homerlibrary.org.
*Posted @ Monday, August 02, 2010
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