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Library Events: Mar. 22nd -- Apr. 2nd

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ADULTS & SENIORS

Senior Tax Assistance -- Wednesday, March 24th and 31st 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 April 7th, and 14th.

Chick Lit Book Discussion -- Tuesday, March 23rd at 7pm
We'll be discussing Harvesting the Heart by Jodi Picoult! New members are welcome. Books are available at the library for check out.

Credit Score 101 -- Thursday, March 25th at 7pm
A representative from The Private Bank will provide detailed information about credit scores and what you should know about your credit score.

Overhead Throwing Injury in the Growing Athlete -- Monday, March 29th at 7pm
Physical therapists from Functional Therapy will be discussing common shoulder and elbow injuries that your child may encounter as the upcoming sport season approaches. Topics include injury overviews, symptoms, and preventive measures.

TEENS

ACT Essay Writing: Date Change
Due to a scheduling conflict, the ACT Essay Writing program for teens has been rescheduled from Wednesday, March 24th to Tuesday, March 30th at 7pm. In this workshop, students begin by writing a practice esay under timed, test-like conditions. You'll get advice to help you recognize what essay graders are looking for, as well as strategies on writing effective essays. Sponsored by Kaplan. Registration encouraged.

Youth Activity Committee Meeting -- Wednesday, March 31st at 4:30pm

Teens in 5th - 8th grade are invited to join the library's Youth Activity Committee! Help us decorate the library for our Chick It Out program! We are a friendly group, and members receive community service hours for attending. New members are welcome!

KIDS

Easter Craft -- Tuesday, March 23rd at 4:30pm
Celebrate the coming of Easter with a kids craft! We'll be creating an Easter bunny frame. There is a $3 fee per child due at sign up.

Peter Rabbit Tea Party -- Thursday, March 25th at 6:30pm or Saturday, March 27th at 10:30am
Kids ages 5-8 are invited to join us for the classic tale of naughty Peter's escape from Mr. McGregor's garden and a tea party! Space is limited, so registration is required.

EGGs-citing Drop-In Craft -- Monday, March 29th from 11am-2pm

Children of all ages are invited to stop by the library any time between 11am and 2pm to make a flying chick in celebration of the library's Chick It Out program! No registration is required, and this craft is free.

Lego Time -- Tuesday, March 30th at 4:30pm
Build your own Lego design to display in the library! All ages are welcome to participate. Legos will be provided.

Bingo -- Thursday, April 1st at 10am (ages 4-6) and 11am (grades 2-5)

Get your game on with Bingo at the library! It's easy to play and lots of fun. Kids ages 4-6 are invited to come to the 10am session, while kids in grades 2-5 are invited to come to the 11am session.

MORE INFO

Story Time and Wiggles & Giggles
Just a reminder: there will be no story Time or Wiggles & Giggles during the week of March 28th -- April 3rd. We'll see you back on Monday, April 5th!

Library Closed

In observance of Good Friday and Easter, the library will be closed on Friday, April 2nd and Sunday, April 4th. We will be open regular hours (8:30am-4pm) on Saturday, April 3rd.

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

*Posted @ Monday, March 22, 2010

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