Homer Township Public Library

Celebrate Chinese New Year with the other teens in the library's Youth Activity Committee!

**Yes, You Can! -- Wednesday, February 27th at 7 pm
Lloyd Bachrach was born with a congenital bone deficiency but, with hard work and determination, went on to become a champion athlete. Listen as Mr. Bachrach discusses how to set goals and stay motivated. Teens participating in ENERGY will receive credit for attending this program. Pizza will be served (thanks to Homer Glen's Great American Pizza!) at this event.

Chick Lit Book Discussion Group -- Wednesday, February 27th at 7 pm
Stop by the library to discuss Melissa Bank's "The Wonder Spot" and pick up the book for next month's discussion ("Something Borrowed" by Emily Giffin). The Chick Lit Book Discussion Group is fairly new and looking to expand -- new members are encouraged to attend!

Teen Manga Group -- Thursday, February 28th at 7 pm (NEW DATE! Rescheduled from February 21st)
Talk about your favorite manga with other teens and show us your best DDR dance moves! Open to teens in 6th grade and up.

Children will learn how to identify and respond to dangerous situations involving strangers. For children in grades K - 2.

Children will learn about values such as respect, responsibility, and pride through unique storytelling and skits. Fun for the whole family!

Some choices have more impact on our lives than others. Learn how you can make great choices for your life now and in the future. Teens participating in ENERGY will receive credit for attending this program.

Join us to discuss Garret Freymann-Weyr's "Stay With Me" and talk about the other books you've been reading. Open to teens in 6th grade and up. New members are welcome!

Become more aware of criminal activity that may impact you, and learn strategies to lessen your potential of becoming a crime victim. For women ages 14 and up.

Stop by the library for free tax help for seniors. Can't make it on March 5th? Senior tax days will also be held on March 19th and April 2nd.

Eliminate the "negatives" in your life! Learn how to live without unnecessary stress and how to focus on the positive side of every situation.

Children will learn the skills they need to physically, mentally, and emotionally defend themselves in dangerous situations with strangers. For children ages 5 and up.

**Funding for this program is brought to you as part of a grant that was awarded to the Homer Township Public Library by the Illinois State Library (ISL), a Division of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS),under the federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

For more information on library programs, contact (708) 301-7908 or email Heather Colby at hcolby@homerlibrary.org.