Homer Township Public Library

Please Note: Registration for all library programming is now online! Click here to register. Have questions? Call us at (708) 301-7908!

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ADULTS & SENIORS

Mystery Book Discussion --Monday, September 13th at 7pm
Join us as we discuss False Mermaid by Erin Hart! Books are available at the librray for check out, and new members are welcome.

Adult Book Discussion -- Wednesday, September 15th at 7:30pm
This month's selection for the Adult Book Discussion is Moloka'i by Alan Brennert! If you are a member of the group and have not yet received your copy of the book, please contact Alex at (708) 301-7908.

Author Fair -- Monday, September 20th from 6-8:45pm
Meet the people behind the stories! Throughout the night, local authors will give short talks discussing their books, writing methods, and/or publication process. All authors will have tables throughout the library, at which they will sell and sign their books and also answer questions from patrons. Authors of childrens, teen, and adult books will be at the Author Fair: Luisa Buehler, Fern Schumer Chapman, George Kulles, Esther Mackey, Helen Osterman, Henry Perez, Paul Scheiner, Jennie Spallone, Kristina Springer, and Lee Williams. This event is a true celebration of reading and writing, so we hope to see you there!

College Planning Workshop -- Tuesday, September 21st at 7pm
College Funding Strategies will host a free college planning workshop for parents of high school students. This session concentrates on helping your high school student pick the right college while causing the least impact on your family's finances.

Chick Lit Book Discussion -- Tuesday, September 21st at 7pm
Join us as we discuss the The Wife's Tale by Lori Lansens. Books are available at the library for check out. New members are welcome!

TEENS

Teen Manga Group -- Thursday, September 16th at 7pm
This month we'll be watching some new anime sent to us by Operation Anime! There will be snacks, of course, and we will be discussing ideas for future meetings too. For teens in 6th grade and up.

KIDS

Fall Craft -- Tuesday, September 21st at 4:30pm
Come in and make a cute scarecrow craft for fall! There is a $3.00 fee for this craft. To secure your online registration, fee must be paid within three days at the library.

Costume Swap -- Saturday, September 25th (9-3pm with swap ticket; 1-3pm open to the public)
Donate a cool costume and shop at our 2nd annual Halloween Costume Swap! For every gently-used costume you donate, you will receive a ticket to shop the Costume Swap on Saturday, September 25th from 9am-3pm. You will be allowed to choose one costume for each costume donated. Donate an accessory to choose one from the accessory table! Open admission will be Saturday from 1-3pm (no ticket required). Monetary donations accepted for each costume and/or accessory during this time only (all donations accepted to be used for children's programming). Costumes and accessories of all sizes will be accepted September 7th - 23rd. Not interested in swapping? We will gladly accept any costume you wish to donate! No children will be allowed in the meeting room during the swap, due to space limitations. Selection and sizes cannot be guaranteed. Any remaining costumes after the swap will be donated to a local charity. Please contact the Childrens Department with any questions!

Bookmobile Event: Illinois Archaeology Awareness Month
Dig it! September is Illinois Archaeology Awareness Month! To celebrate, the Bookmobile encourages enthusiasts to come and help uncover the past. A mock excavation and keepsake artifact for kids, books and resources for all ages, and YOU are all that is needed to make this expedition a success! Visit the Bookmobile anytime between Sept. 13-22 to dig in! To see the NEW Bookmobile schedule, click here!

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