Homer Township Public Library

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ADULTS & SENIORS

Mystery Book Discussion -- Monday, February 8th at 7pm
Join us for a discussion of Pleasing the Dead by Deborah Turrell Atkinson! New members are welcome and books are available at the library for check out.

Crazy About Cakes -- Tuesday, February 9th at 7pm
Special occasions from memory often include celebration cakes. In this hour long program, audience members will learn about the history of special cakes including red velvet, carrot cake, brand name favorites, and styles of wedding cake. Famous cakes will be featured. Come for the program and leave with recipes!

Prairiesmoke Writers Group -- Wednesday, February 10th 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: Switzerland -- Friday, February 12th at 1:30pm
Sonia Lawrentz will lead you through the streets of Switzerland, where you'll visit Geneva, the Rhone Valley, Montreux, the Jungfrau Mountains, and more. Light refreshments will be served.

College Planning Workshop -- Tuesday, February 16th at 7pm
College Funding Strategies will host a free college planning workshop for parents of high school students who are looking at increasing college tuition. This session concentrates on helping your high school student pick the right college while causing the least impact on your family’s finances. Registration is required.

Senior Tax Assistance -- Wednesday, February 17th from 9am-noon
The AARP and the Senior Services Center of Will County will be providing free tax services at the Homer Library. Please bring the following items: photo ID, proof of social security number & dependent, all income statements, all deductions to be claimed, last years federal and state returns, and your property pin number. First come, first served, on a walk-in basis only. Can't make it? Tax Assistance days will also be held on March 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, April 7th, and 14th.

Adult Book Discussion -- Wednesday, February 17th at 7:30pm
We will be discussing City of Thieves by David Benioff, so please join us if you have read the book! New members are welcome and books are available at the library for check out.

Career Assistance Workshop -- Saturday, February 20th from 9am - 1pm
This event, which features multiple speakers, will cover topics such as interview and resume preparation, networking skills, government employment opportunities, and job searching. This is an ideal program for those who are unemployed or are interested in transitioning to a new career. Attendees do not have to be residents of Homer Township. The workshop is from 9am - 1pm and light refreshments will be served. To register, call the library at (708) 301-7908.

TEENS

Teen Techies -- Wednesday, February 10th at 5pm
We'll be discussing the latest trends in technology and planning ideas for future meetings. Open to teens in 6th grade and up. New members are welcome!

Teen Advisory Board Meeting -- Thursday, February 11th at 7pm
Share your input on upcoming projects and programs, and have some fun while doing so! Members will receive volunteer hours for attending TAB meetings (you'll get snacks, too!). For teens in 6th grade and up.

Teen Craft: Mardi Gras -- February 16th at 4:30pm
Celebrate Mardi Gras with a teen craft! For teens in 6th grade and up.

Teen Manga Group -- Thursday, February 18th at 7pm
We'll be watching some anime and discussing an upcoming contest for group members! For teens in 6th grade and up.

Energy: A Teen Leadership Academy; Application Deadline Approaching!
More programs are being added to the schedule for this year's session of Energy: A Teen Leadership Academy! We are excited to have additional programs for Energy teens to attend and we'll be announcing them soon. To apply for Energy, interested teens can pick one up at the library or print one out from home by clicking here. This award-winning academy aims to help create youth leaders who will assume leadership roles throughout the community. Teens will commit to attending three library programs (on topics such as college preparation and communication skills) and fulfill a service requirement at the library. Participation in this academy will look impressive on college applications and resumes, and it's also fun! Energy teens will also get priority regarding summer volunteer hours. Energy is open to teens in grades 9-12. Applicants do not have to be residents of Homer Township. The deadline for applications is February 16, 2009.

KIDS

Vote on the Bookmobile!
From February 1st - 13th, patrons can visit the Bookmobile to vote for your favorite Monarch, Caudill, or Lincoln book. Kids can also play the exciting Caudill "Memory" game!

Culture Club: Brazil -- Saturday, February 13th from 10am - noon
Take an adventure to the biggest country in South America - Brazil! Visit a land of magnificent beaches, vast rainforests, and music-filled cities. For kids in grades 2-5. Registration required.

Read with Rex -- Sunday, February 14th from 4:30-6pm
Children of all ages are invited to read to our gentle and well trained dogs. Each reading session is limited to 15 minutes. Space is limited. To register, call (708) 301-7908.

MORE INFO

Library Closed
The library will be closed on Monday, February 15th in observance of Presidents Day. Bookmobile service will also be suspended for the day. We will reopen on Tuesday morning at 8:30 am.

When the library is closed, you can still:
+ chat online with a librarian through our ASKAWAY service
+ use our library databases
+ search our catalog.

Winter Reading Program
The Homer Library is partnering with the Chicago Wolves Professional Hockey Team for our annual Winter Reading Program! Participants will earn chances to win a Chicago Wolves t-shirt, book bag, and other goodies! The more you read, the more chances you get to win! The program runs from February 1-28 and is open to children in pre-school through 8th grade. To sign up, visit the circulation desk!

Library Lover's Month
In celebration of Library Lover's Month, Homer Township Public Library will be partnering with local area restaurants to raise funds for programs and new collections at your library! Just visit Mimi's Cafe in Orland Park on Monday, February 8th from 4-8 pm and show our fundraiser voucher. Or visit Chesdan's in Homer Glen on Monday, February 15th and show your library card! Get together with some friends and enjoy a delicious pizza on your day off of school! You can also visit Chili's in Homer Glen on any Friday in the month of February and show our fundraiser voucher. You can pick up vouchers at the library, or print them out from home by clicking here! Thank you for your support!

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