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Library Events: Apr. 19th -- Apr. 30th

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ADULTS & SENIORS

Adult Book Discussion -- Wednesday, April 21st at 7:30pm
Have you read The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows? Then stop by the Adult Book Discussion meeting, where we'll be discussing it! New members are welcome.

Chick Lit Book Discussion -- Tuesday, April 27th at 7pm
Join us for a lively discussion of Hope in a Jar by Beth Harbison. New members are welcome! There will be snacks and fun!

Balance and Falls: Risk Identification and Prevention, Part 2: Friday, April 30th at 2pm
Have you noticed a change in your balance abilities or have you or someone you know fallen lately? Licensed physical therapists from Functional Therapy & Rehabilitation will conduct an informative and interactive class covering balance and fall assessment. This session will include an individualized balance assessment.

TEENS

College Preparation Workshop -- Thursday, April 22nd at 7pm
What do colleges look for in a successful candidate? Are private colleges & universities affordable? To save money, can I transfer after attending a community college? Which colleges or universities offer my major? These and other topics will be discussed by a local admissions dean. Bring your questions about college and learn about what you should be doing to prepare for college and making it affordable. Presented by Andrew B. Sison, Dean of Undergraduate Admission at Lewis University in Romeoville.

Youth Activity Committee Meeting -- Wednesday, April 28th at 4:30pm
Teens in grades 5-8 are invited to stop by the monthly meeting of the Youth Activity Committee! New members are welcome!

Public Speaking & Communication Skills -- Wednesday, April 28th at 7pm
Learn how to sharpen your public speaking and communication skills in this one hour program. You'll be shown tips and techniques to become more comfortable with speaking in front of a crowd and also how to communicate effectively with others in smaller settings. Presented by Lisa O'Toole, Assistant Professor of Communications at Lewis University in Romeoville.

KIDS

Spring Kids Craft -- Tuesday, April 20th at 4:30pm
Kids are invited to stop by the library to make a flower and butterfly wreath! There is a $3 fee per child, and children ages 6 and under require adult assistance. Please register at the circulation desk.

Lego Time -- Tuesday, April 27th at 4:30pm
Build your own Lego design to display in the library! All ages are welcome to participate. Legos will be provided.

INFO

Bookmobile Service Cancelled: April 17-24

Bookmobile service will be cancelled April 17-April 24 for maintenance. Service will resume as regularly scheduled on April 26th. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please call the library at (708) 301-7908 if we may assist you with your library needs or if you have any questions.

The Chicks Are Coming: Tuesday, April 20th

Chick it out! Don't miss the special delivery of the eggs at the library on April 20th! You can view the eggs in the incubator or view our 24 hour live webcam from our webpage. The Homer Library would like to thank the University of Illinois Extension Will County Unit for providing the eggs and special delivery, the will County Farm Bureau for providing the incubator, and Learning Express (Homer Glen) for contest prizes.

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

*Posted @ Monday, April 19, 2010

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