Homer Township Public Library

Mystery Book Club -- Monday, November 9th at 7pm
Join us for a lively discussion of The Shiloh Sisters by Michael Kilian. The Mystery Book Club meets the second Monday of each month, and books are available at the library for check out. New mystery-loving members are welcome!

Armchair Travelers -- Friday, November 13th at 1:30pm
Join George J. Reuss as he travels through historic and scenic Illinois. Learn the history of Illinois by visiting its historic buildings, scenic rural landscapes, modern sculptures, and more! Light refreshments will be served.

Interested in saving money on your phone bill? CUB will show patrons how to save money by cutting out unused or unneeded telephone services. Patrons are encouraged to bring a recent phone bill.

We'll be discussing Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult at November's meeting. This will be our last meeting of 2009, as we won't be meeting in December, but we look forward to more great discussions in 2010! Copies of January's book will be available at the library in mid-December.

Teen Drop-In Craft: Paper Bead Jewelry -- Tuesday, November 10th from 4-5:30pm
Teens in 6th grade and up are invited to drop in anytime between 4 and 5:30 to take part in the paper bead jewelry craft! Teens can makes their own beaded jewelry with paper, magazines, and/or newspapers.

Teen Advisory Board -- Thursday, November 12th at 7pm
Help the library plan upcoming library events for other teens! The Teen Advisory Board is open to high school students, and service hours are given for attending each meeting.

The next YAC meeting is almost here! YAC members volunteer for events in the library and the larger community and have fun while doing so. It's a friendly group, and new members (in grade 5-8) are always welcome. Members will receive volunteer hours for attending YAC meetings.

Love manga and anime? Join us as we plan for next month's cosplay party (to be held on Thursday, December 10th) and talk about any great manga we've recently read! For teens in 6th grade and up.

Kids Art Club -- Thursday, November 12th at 6pm
Learn fun facts about some of the world's greatest artists and use your imagination to create your own masterpiece to display in the library! For kids in 3rd to 6th grade. Space is limited and registration is required.

Enjoy a "starry" story, craft and a snack! For kids ages 4 - 7 only. Space is limited and registration is required.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a kids craft! There is a $3 fee per child, and kids younger than 6 will need assistance from their parent or guardian. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, call (708) 301-7908.

International Cheese

As a reminder, the International Cheese program was rescheduled from November 17th to November 2nd due to the a scheduling conflict. We hope that you were able to make it to the program to enjoy El Chef Michael Niksic's delicious food! Our next program with Chef Niksic will be held on Tuesday, December 8th -- Jellies and Jams! Registration is required. To register, call (708) 301-7908.

Carson's Community Day
Carson's Community Day is almost here! The Homer Library is holding a fundraiser in conjunction with Carson Pirie Scott! Patrons can purchase a $5 Carson's coupon book to receive one $10 off coupon good on almost any merchandise item, eight Carson's store coupons for 20-30% off, and five exclusive Bonus Buy merchandise offers! Coupons and offers can be used to shop Carson's Community Day on Saturday, November 14th. Booklets are available for purchase at the library's circulation desk for only $5, and 100% of that donation goes to the Homer Library!

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