Homer Township Public Library

Visit the Held in the Heartland Bus-eum, a 40-foot school bus converted into a mobile museum/classroom, to reflect on the experiences of German POWs in the Midwest during 1943-46. The unique exhibit consists of photographs and documents, DVD documentaries, artifacts, and more. Patrons can visit the Bus-eum any time between 5 and 8pm.

Senior Tax Assistance -- Wednesday, March 11th from 9am-12pm and Wednesday, March 18th from 9am-12pm

The Senior Services Center of Will County will be providing free tax services at the library. Walk-in basis only, with no appointment necessary. Can't make it? Tax Assistance days will also be held on March 25th, April 1st, and 15th.

Travis Thrasher, author of such books as Isolation and Out of the Devil's Mouth, will be leading this meeting! Travis will share his writing tips and techniques and then answer any questions the group may have. Attendees are then encouraged to share their own work with the group! Writers of all levels are encouraged to attend. Registration is not required.

All Friends of the Library (or those interested in becoming a Friend!) are invited to the monthly Friends meeting at the library. We'll be discussing future projects and fundraising ideas, and we'd love to hear your input!

Learn about the landscapes and cultures of Australia and New Zealand through the personal photographs and travel stories of presenter George Reuss. Light refreshments will be served.

Bring your yarns and needles and join the library's monthly knitting club! Meet other knitters and view each other's projects. The group meets on the third Tuesday of every month.

Join us as we discuss When the Emperor Was Divine by Julie Otsuka. Books are available at the library for check out. New members are welcome!

TEENS

We'll be talking about any manga that we've read and discussing ideas for future meetings. Open to teens in 6th grade and up. New members are welcome!

KIDS

Let's rock and roll at Jan Clan's Puppet Show! This musical variety show is filled with an amazing assortment of 8 different characters performing popular songs! This event is being held at Hadley School, and admission is free. Registration is not required, so bring the whole family!

MORE INFO

Pat McGuire, Will County Treasurer, will discuss property tax issues at the Homer Township Public Library. Come to this information packed session to learn more about property taxes such as assessments, exemptions, etc. Bring your questions!

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