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ADULTS & SENIORS

Water Conservation -- Monday, June 21st at 7pm
The Conservation@Homer program helps homeowners use sustainable practices to conserve water resources! We need to reduce the amount of pure drinking water we are pouring on our lawns. By planting more native plants that do not need to be watered and catching rain in rain barrels we can significantly reduce the watering needed in our yards as well as increase habitat for birds and butterfl ies. Come and see how easy it is to make your yard more eco-friendly!

Chick Lit Book Discussion -- Tuesday, June 22nd at 7pm
Join us for a discussion of Sweet Love by Sarah Strohmeyer! New members are welcome.

UPCOMING! Easy as ABC -- Tuesday, July 27th from 9:30-11am
Do you want to add pizazz and spark to your literacy activities? Come to a workshop that will provide experiences to make reading and writing meaningful and fun in your classroom and at home. Activities and a make–&-take will provide a variety of ways to encourage an interest in literacy! The focus of this workshop will be on children 3-5 years old. Adaptations will be suggested for children with special needs. Presented by Nancy Pufahl and Becky Handler.

UPCOMING! ESL Parent Workshop - August 17th @ 7 pm
This program will focus on teaching parents how to help your child if you are not an English speaker, fluency strategies, and comprehension strategies. Presenters Lauren Pisano and Michelle Manzo-Slaveiro are teacher/instructors at Walsh School in Summit, IL. Ms. Pisano provides workshops in her district to help parents incorporate literacy in their homes. Ms. Manzo-Slaveiro has worked as an ESL teacher for the past 8 years.

UPCOMING! Anderson’s Booktalk – August 18th @ 7pm
Kathleen March from Anderson’s Bookshop will booktalk what new in children’s literature. This session is worth 1 CPDU. Teachers should contact Alex at atyle@homerlibrary.org regarding CPDUs.

UPCOMING! ELL’s Teacher Workshop – August 19th @ 7 pm
This program will focus on best practices when teaching English Language Learners (ELLs), meaningful classroom activities to use with ELLs, and how to best communicate with culturally diverse families. Presenters Lauren Pisano and Michelle Manzo-Slaveiro are teacher/instructors at Walsh School in Summit, IL. Ms. Pisano provides workshops in her district to help parents incorporate literacy in their homes. Ms. Manzo-Slaveiro has worked as an ESL teacher for the past 8 years. Teachers should contact Alex at atyle@homerlibrary.org regarding CPDUs.

TEENS

Zine Workshop -- Tuesday, June 29th from 6-8pm
Get into the DIY spirit! Participants will view examples of zines (self-published mini magazines), learn how to create their own zine, and contribute to a zine we’ll make at the workshop. No prior knowledge of zines is required! For teens in 6th grade and up.

Teen Manga Group -- Thursday, July 1st from 7-8:45pm
It's time for our summer cosplay party! There will be a comtume contest, so come dressed in your finest cosplay costume or manga-inspired outfit! For teens in 6th grade and up.

KIDS

Book Buddies -- Wednesday, June 23rd and Wednesday, June 30th
If you are registered for Book Buddies, don't forget that it begins on June 23rd! Teen volunteers will act as reading buddies to young children, and after we'll make a craft! Registration required.

Fabulous Fairy Fling -- Thursday, June 24th at 10:30am
How does a fairy party? Join us in the secret woods and find out! Fairy refreshments will be served. Registration required.

Monday Movie Matinee -- Monday, June 28th at 1pm
Families and kids are invited to the library's Monday Movie Matinees this summer! Buttery popcorn and drinks will be provided. Please call the library at (708) 301-7908 for movie title.

Lego Time -- Tuesday, June 29th at 4:30pm
Build your own Lego design to display in the library! All ages are welcome to participate. Legos will be provided.

MORE INFO

Online Registration for Summer Programs!
Did you know that you can now register for all Homer Library programming from home? We now offer online registration! Just click on the "Register Online" link at the top right of our home page (http://www.homerlibrary.org/), find the program you want to attend, then click on the "register" button and fill in the necessary information. It's quick and easy! Have questions? Call the library at (708) 301-7908 for help!

Homer Glen Independence Day Parade -- Saturday, June 26th at 11am
Join us at the Homer Township Independence Day Parade at Culver Park! Cheer on the Bookmobile, bands, beauties, ball players and more! Morning bookmobile stops will be cancelled but afternoon stops will be serviced as usual. See you then for some summer fun!

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