GLENSIDEPLD · GLENSIDEPLD LIBCONNECT: FALL 2017 Ch-ch-ch-ch-Changes ♫ 1. The leaves will start...

GLENSIDEPLDLIBCONNECT: FALL 2017

Ch-ch-ch-ch-Changes ♫ 1. The leaves will start changing colors, and so will we.

2. New website: glensidepld.org.

3. We’re fine free! Return your items in good condition, and never pay a fine again. Plus, we’ve waived existing overdue fines.

4. Reading recommendations delivered right to your inbox: glensidepld.org/nextreads.

5. SMS notices for holds, due dates, overdues & renewals. Text SIGNUP to [email protected].

LIBRARY HOURS

Monday–Thursday 9 AM – 9 PMFriday–Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM Sunday (Sep–May) 1 PM – 5 PM

Dates Closed

Sundays until 09/10Monday, 09/04: Labor DayWednesday, 11/22: Closed at 6 PMThursday, 11/23: Thanksgiving

In This Issue

Adult Programs Page 02 Computer Classes Page 05Teen Programs Page 06Youth Programs Page 08Family Programs Page 10

25 E Fullerton Ave, Glendale Heights, IL 60139 | 630–260–1550 | www.glensidepld.org

5th Annual How-To Fest

Saturday, 09/16 from 10 AM – 4 PM

Learn how to do more than 25 things in six hours! In partnership with the Glendale Heights Center for Senior Citizens, learn about urban farming, bee keeping, wood transfer art, balloon twisting, watercolor art, bike maintenance, car seat installation, henna, finger crocheting, washi tape cards, duct tape bracelets and more! Visit five events/booths to be eligible to win a $25 gift card. Full schedule available at glensidepld.org/how-to-fest.

MEET MATTHEW Cordell

Monday, 10/16 – Thursday, 10/19

Children’s book author and illustrator, Matthew Cordell, will be visiting our local schools during the week of October 16th. After the school visits, the library will host a Meet & Greet with Matthew on Thursday, 10/19 from 3:30–5 PM. For more information, see page 8

adult programs

Zumba® at GPLD

Mondays: 09/18, 10/02, 10/16, 10/30*, 11/06, 11/20 at 7:40 PM

Want a fun way to work out? Come join certified Zumba® instructor Vanessa Mackay for Zumba®. Wear comfortable clothes and feel free to bring a water bottle. Ages 13+ (under 18 with parental permission).

*Spooky Zumba®

Monday, 10/30: 6:30 PM – Costume Creation Hour 7:40 PM – Halloween-themed Class

Enjoy a Halloween-themed Zumba® class. Attendees are encouraged to come in costume. We will be having a costume creation hour prior to that night’s class. Limited supplies will be available.

Line Dancing with Friends

Mondays: 09/11, 10/09, 11/13 at 7:30 PM (Beginners) or 8 PM (Intermediate)

Kick your boots up with the Friends of the Library for this fun class led by Mary Bibbiano. Ages 13+ (under 18 with parental permission).

Yoga at the Library

Mondays: 09/25, 10/23, 11/27 at 7:30 PM

Join Yoga Instructor Robert Axtolis on the fourth Monday of the month for Yoga at the Library. Ages 13+ (under 18 with parental permission). Bring your own mat.

gPLd trivia nights

Tuesdays: 09/19, 10/17, 11/21 at 7:30 PM

Test your trivia skills at the North Side Sports Bar & Grill, located at 499 W Pennsylvania Ave. in Glen Ellyn on the third Tuesday of the month.

Game Day Bites

Tuesday, 09/05 at 7 PM

Chef David Esau will show you how to make three game day recipes: (1) white bean, bacon and caramelized onion dip (2) BBQ salmon sliders (3) chopped salad. Samples will be provided. REGISTER (50 MAX)

Backyard Birds of DupagE

Thursday, 09/07 at 7 PM

Come explore the lives of common species and the world of birding with the Willowbrook Wildlife Center. REGISTER

Movie Poster Matching

Saturday, 09/09 from 9 AM – 4:20 PM

Ready for some REEL fun? Match descriptions to corresponding movie posters for a chance to win a $30 first place Visa gift card. Two runners up will receive local movie theatre gift cards.

Balloon Twisting Saturday, 09/16 at 10, 10:45 & 11:30 AM

Smarty Pants will teach balloon twisting lessons for Kids (10 AM), Tweens & Teens (10:45 AM), and Teens & Adults (11:30 AM). Attendees how to twist the “classic” balloon dog and up to two other balloon creations. REGISTER

Tea Cup Bouquets Saturday, 09/16 at 10 AM

Peggy Garvin of Garvin Gardens will demonstrate how to turn an ordinary tea cup into a floral work of art. Workshop meets at the Glendale Heights Center for Senior Citizens at 260 Civic Centre Plaza. REGISTER

Modern Silhouette Painting Saturday, 09/16 at 10 AM

Choose a profile to draw (or trace one of the provided printouts) and then let your imagination take over using watercolor pencils. REGISTER

Seasonal Wreaths Saturday, 09/16 at 12 & 2 PM

Create your own festive harvest wreath (12 PM) or winter wreath (2 PM) at this hands-on workshop. Materials supplied – just bring your imagination! Workshop meets at the Glendale Heights Center for Senior Citizens at 260 Civic Centre Plaza. REGISTER

Home Repair Basics Saturday, 09/16 at 2 PM

Cure homeowner headaches by learning common home repair fixes from Dan the Handyperson. Workshop meets at the Glendale Heights Center for Senior Citizens at 260 Civic Centre Plaza. REGISTER

Full schedule Available at glensidepld.org/how-to-fest

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Free Health Screenings

Saturdays: 09/16, 11/18 from 1–4 PM

The nurse is in! Screenings from AMITA Health may include blood pressure, stroke risk, cholesterol and blood sugar, body fat. REGISTER IN ADVANCE BY CALLING 855-692-6482

Clear the Clutter


Certified Professional Organizer Colleen Klimczak of Peace of Mind Professional Organizing, LLC will give you the tools to clear the clutter in your life. REGISTER

Mysteries of the Cosmos: Beyond the observable universe


Chicago Space Studies Ambassador Jim Kovac shares insights into what makes up the Universe and what lies beyond in this comprehensive multimedia program. REGISTER

Our Lady of the Angels School Fire


Historian Jim Gibbons offers insight into the 1958 tragedy in which 92 children and three nuns perished in a fire at a Chicago school. Gibbons will spotlight victim Margaret Anne “Peggy” Sansonetti, who was age 10 at the time of the fire. REGISTER

Home Fixups: Floors, Doors, Windows and Walls


Squeaky floor driving you mad? Windows sealed shut with layers of paint? Have you gotten creative in hanging pictures to hide that hole in the wall? Come learn home repair basics from Dan the Handyperson. REGISTER

Medium Readings with Michael Gourley


Do you feel the presence of a lost loved one? Medium Michael Gourley will use his gifts to provide readings at random for attendees. Readings are subject to your own interpretation. REGISTER

I’m still alive, why do I need Power of Attorney?


Pankau Law will be here to explain Power of Attorney, why it’s important, why they are beneficial, and how to establish one. REGISTER

Get Smart About Your Mouth

Wednesday, 11/01 at 12 PM

The DuPage County Health Department will be here spreading tooth wisdom! All participants will receive a FREE Oral Health Care Kit, as well as a resource list for low-cost oral healthcare in the area. REGISTER

WritE Your Novel

Wednesday, 11/01 at 5:30 PM

To kick off National Novel Writing Month, Trina Sotirakopulos, creative writing instructor at COD and author of In Her Skin: Growing Up Trans and Shifts: An Anthology of Women’s Growth Through Change, will provide tips on structure, style, plot, character development and more when you set out to write your story. REGISTER

COME WRITE IN

Thursdays: 11/02, 11/16, 11/30 from 5:30–8:30 PM

Use the library as your writing space during NaNoWriMo. For other area write-ins visit nanowrimo.org/regions/usa-illinois-naperville.

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Citizenship Study Group

Mondays: 11/06, 11/13 from 6–8 PM

Practice the citizenship test, rehearse for the naturalization interview and prepare for the Oath of Allegiance. For English speaking adults 18 years and older. REGISTER

Brain Games


This is a fun, interactive program designed to challenge your brain and help keep you sharp! Join us to learn some simple, playful activities that you can do almost anywhere to benefit your brain. REGISTER

ABCDs of Medicare


Senior Health Insurance Program counselor Debbie McKenzie from the Glendale Heights Center for Senior Citizens will tell you all you need to know about the four most important parts of Medicare: A, B, C, and D. REGISTER

Veterans Breakfast

Saturday, 11/11 at 10 AM

Local Veterans and active members of the armed forces are invited to attend a breakfast in their honor.We’d like to honor your memories by displaying photos from your service days. If you wish to share photos, please bring your submissions to the library. We will scan your photos, record a caption, and return the photos to you. We can also display physical items in our locked display case. Contact Dave Jansen at [email protected] or 630-260-1550 for more info.

Beading With Nancy


Join us to learn the basics of bead stringing and design to turn a handful of beads into a beautiful necklace. Bring your magnifiers if you need them for close work. REGISTER

Dumbo or Bust: Visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort with Kids


Get all the information you need to plan a memorable trip with kids ages 10 and under. Attend this program for tips on kid-friendly attractions, dining recommendations, itinerary planning and much more! REGISTER

ESL Conversation Groups

Beginning ESL: Every Thursday at 6 PM

Intermediate ESL: Every Thursday at 7 PM

Morning ESL (All Levels): Wednesdays: 09/20, 10/18, 11/15 at 10 AM

Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ESL groups.

Book Discussions

If you are interested in joining a Book Club, contact the Adult Services Desk. All books are obtained for free through our Interlibrary Loan Service.

Murder, Stage Left by Robert Goldsborough


It’s curtains for a famous Broadway director, and private investigator Nero Wolfe is on the case, but his assistant, Archie Goodwin, is a suspect.

Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi


Two half-sisters, unknown to each other, are born into different villages in 18th-century Ghana and experience profoundly different lives and legacies throughout subsequent generations.

Bring a Favorite Book Potluck


Enjoy an end-of-the year Book Club potluck where everyone can share their book recommendations and come home with a list a favorites.

SPECIAL AUTHOR

MEET-AND-GREET

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Computer Classes

Conocimiento básico de correo electrónico

Martes, 09/12 at 7 PMJueves, 10/26 at 7 PMMartes, 11/07 at 7 PM

Quieres estar en contacto con amigos y familiares por medio de la computadora? Aprende cómo crear una cuenta de correo electrónico gratis. REGISTER

Interested In Tracing Your Family Tree?

Book a one-on-one session with a librarian to learn how to search online genealogy resources. Call Adult Services at 630-260-1550 to schedule an appointment.

Reserve a librarian AND JUMPstart Your Project With Us!

Reserve a librarian to assist you with new or ongoing projects. Whether you are updating a resume or scanning old photos, we are here to help! Patrons are able to reserve one 60-minute appointment per week. Please contact Adult Services for details.

Using Google apps

Wednesdays: 09/13, 10/11, 11/08 at 6 PM

Save and share your work in the cloud with Google Drive, Calendar, Docs, and Sheets. Active Google account required. REGISTER

Word Basics

Wednesdays: 09/06, 10/04, 11/01 at 6 PM

For new or returning users. Learn to work with fonts, paragraph settings, shapes and pictures, and more. REGISTER

Mail Merge


Learn to create mailing labels and format envelopes in Word using lists created in Excel. REGISTER

Excel Basics

Wednesdays: 09/06, 10/04, 11/01 at 7 PM

For new users. Learn to navigate worksheets, format data, work with cells/rows/columns, and more. REGISTER

Excel Charts

Wednesdays: 09/13, 10/11, 11/08 at 7 PM

Learn to create and modify simple Excel charts, including pie and line charts. Basic Excel familiarity required. REGISTER

Excel Formulas & functions

Wednesdays: 09/20, 10/18, 11/15 at 7 PM

Create your own formulas and learn to select and use Excel’s built in functions. Basic Excel familiarity required. REGISTER

Excel V-Lookup

Wednesdays: 09/27, 10/25, 11/29 at 6 PM

VLOOKUP, a database function, provides the ability to retrieve info from large data tables. Basic Excel familiarity required. REGISTER

Excel pivot tables

Wednesdays: 9/27, 10/25, 11/29 at 7 PM

Learn to analyze complex data with this powerful tool. Basic Excel familiarity required. REGISTER


Teen Programs

HALLOWEEN SPECIALS

Zombie Outbreak

Wednesday: 10/18 from 6:30–8 PM

Zombies are loose in the library! You and your friends will need your BRAAAINS to solve a series of puzzles to save the library in this Escape Room program. GRADES 7–12

SnapChat Face Painting

Monday, 10/23 from 3–4 PM

Experiment with our face painting supplies to recreate your favorite Snapchat filters! GRADES 7–12

Locker Disco Ball

Thursday, 09/07 from 4–5 PM

We’ll use upcycled CDs to make disco balls to jazz up your locker at school. Registration begins 09/01. GRADES 7–12

3,996 Stickers


It’s back again. Take a break from back-to-school stress and help us create a sticker mural using… a LOT of stickers. GRADES 7–12

Slime Time


We’ll provide the supplies and show you how to make your own slime. Ew slime… Yeah, it’ll be awesome. Registration begins 09/25. GRADES 7–12

Ghoulish Mug Cakes


We will make cakes using a microwave and a mug and then decorate them to look spooky. If you get too scared you can just eat your ghoul cake. Registration begins 10/01. GRADES 7–12

13 Reasons Why You’re Thankful LED Cards


Make a card that lights up and includes 13 reasons why you are thankful for someone in your life! Registration begins 10/23. GRADES 7–12

Harry Potter Mug Decorating


Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Harry Potter by decorating Sorting Hat mugs! What beverage will be sorted into your mug? Juice? Water? Soda? Registration begins 11/01. GRADES 7–12

DIY Universe: Thursdays from 4–5 PM

Practice SAT

Saturday, 10/14 from 10 AM – 2 PM

C2Education will proctor a free Practice SAT test. Registration

begins 09/01. GRADES 7–12

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League of Legends 5V5

Saturday, 11/11 from 1:30–4:30 PM

Test your skills with the Summoner’s Rift map. Register one person from each team. Prizes are awarded! Registration begins 11/01. GRADES 7–12

Super Smash Bros. 1V1


Come show off your smash skills. Prizes are awarded! GRADES 7–12

Mario Kart Madness

Wednesday, 09/27 from 6:30–8 PM

Take our new Nintendo Switch for a drive! We’ll have some Mario crafts you can make so you can remember this extraordinary experience forever! GRADES 7–12

Overwatch 6V6


Must have your own PC Overwatch account to participate. Register one person from each team. Prizes are awarded! Registration begins 12/01. GRADES 7–12


Youth Programs

Cup Challenges

Tuesday, 09/05 from 4–4:45 PM

Test your cup stacking speed and skill with various individual and team challenges. GRADES 4–6

Kids Yoga

Wednesdays: 09/06, 09/13, 09/20, 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 11/01, 11/08 from 4:30–5 PM

Learn beginner yoga poses and meditation techniques for stress relief and fun! Please wear comfortable clothing and arrive on time. GRADES K–8

Stuck on Duct Tape

Wednesdays: 09/13, 10/11, 11/15 from 4–4:45 PM

Design and create cool projects with duct tape. GRADES 4–6

Autumn Apples

Thursday, 09/14 from 4–4:30 PM

An apple volcano? We’re exploring fall with apple science experiments! Registration begins 09/01. GRADES K–3

Spooky Science


We might even scare ourselves as we explore and experiment with spooky science fun! Registration begins 10/01. GRADES K–3

Candy Wrapper Art


We’re taking those leftover Halloween candy wrappers and transforming them into art. Feel free to bring your own wrappers and use what we have. Registration begins 11/01. GRADES K–3

Tinker ThursdayS

Matthew Cordell School Visits

Monday, 10/16 – Wednesday, 10/18

Children’s book author and illustrator, Matthew Cordell, will be visiting our local schools during the week of October 16th. He is the author and illustrator of Wolf in the Snow, which received the Boston Globe–Horn Book picture book honor. Other works of note include Trouble Gum, Another Brother, Wish, and Hello! Hello!

Matthew Cordell Meet & Greet

Thursday, 10/19 from 3:30–5 PM

Everyone is invited to meet Matthew, buy one of his books, and get his autograph at the library.

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Slightly spooky movie night

Wednesday, 10/25 from 4–4:45 PM

Get in the spirit with a fun and spooky movie. GRADES 4–6

Campfire Tales

Tuesday, 10/24 from 4–4:45 PM

Join us for spooky stories and a tasty treat. Registration begins 10/01. GRADES 4–6

Halloween sweets


Impress your friends this Halloween by learning how to make your own Halloween treats. Registration begins 10/01. GRADES 4–6

Gobble Yum


Curious would-be chefs are invited to this fun, no-bake snack making class that explores the tastes and flavors of Thanksgiving. Registration begins 11/01. GRADES 4–6

Foodie Kids

Sugar SkullS


Learn about Día de los Muertos and decorate your own sugar skull. Registration begins 10/01. GRADES 4–6

It Starts with Me


Who doesn’t enjoy experiencing a random act of kindness? We’re going to make crafts and projects designed to giveaway to help brighten someone else’s day. Registration begins 11/01. GRADES K–3


Family Programs

Grandparents are grrreat!

Saturday, 09/09 from 2–3 PM

Celebrate the special grandparent(s) in your life with a craft and a treat.

Smar

ty Pants Big Balloon Show


Inspired by classic vaudeville, Smarty Pants’ eye-popping balloons and wacky comedy truly captivates

audience members of all ages. During the show’s performance, one

boy or girl is always chosen from the audience to be the Big Balloon

Show’s special guest star!

Family Gaming Night

Wednesday, 09/20 from 6:30–8 PM

Parents, bring your kids! Kids, bring your parents! We’ll have video and board games set up for you to play together.

Family LEGO Party

Thursdays: 09/28, 10/12, 11/09 from 6:30–7:30 PM

Drop-in for some LEGO fun! We’ll bring the LEGOs,

you bring the creativity!

Babies and Toddlers

Baby Time

Tuesdays or Wednesdays: 09/12–10/11 from 10–10:30 AM

Tuesdays or Wednesdays: 10/24–11/22 from 10–10:30 AM

Have fun with your baby and other parents and caregivers at this highly-interactive and engaging storytime session. 0–24 MONTHS + ADULT

Mini Movers

Tuesdays or Wednesdays: 09/12–10/11 from 10:45–11:15 AM

Sessions feature stories, songs, dancing, music, activities and playtime. AGES 2–4 + ADULT

Toddler Time

Tuesdays or Wednesdays: 10/24–11/22 from 10:45–11:15 AM

This class lets you interact with your toddler and features stories, finger plays, music/movement activities and time to play. AGES 2–4 + ADULT

Toddler Art

Thursday, 09/07 from 6:30–7 PM or Friday, 09/08 from 10–10:30 AM Registration begins 09/01

Wednesday, 10/18 from 10–10:30 AM Registration begins 10/01

Thursday, 11/02 from 6:30–7 PM or Friday, 11/03 from 10–10:30 AM Registration begins 10/01

Come hear a story and make an art project! Aprons are provided. AGES 2–4 + ADULT

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Pumpkin Decorating Workshop

Thursday, 10/26 from 6:30–7:30 PM

This no-carve pumpkin decorating workshop invites the whole family to paint and decorate a pumpkin! Pumpkin and materials will be provided. Family registration begins 10/01.

Annual Glenside Halloween Party

Friday, 10/27 from 6:30–8 PM

Join us for a spooky good time with games and more! Wear your costume!

Thanksgiving puppet show


Jeannie McQueenie presents a musical, puppet celebration of Algonquin Indian folklore! With handmade puppets and a highly interactive experience, bring the whole family to this live, musical show!

Open Play Chess

Wednesday, 11/29 from 6:30–7:30 PM

Check it out, mate! Put down your books and grab your rooks for a knight of open play chess.

Preschool

Beginning Reader Storytime

Mondays: 09/11–10/09 from 6:30–7 PMRegistration begins 09/01

Mondays: 10/23–11/20 from 6:30–7 PMRegistration begins 10/01

Your child will enjoy stories, games, songs, and activities designed to help build a solid foundation of literacy skills necessary to become successful, enthusiastic readers. AGES 3–K + ADULT

Fall is in the Air

Friday, 09/15 from 10–10:45 AM

We are celebrating the autumn season at this fall-inspired storytime with stories, activities, and a treat! Registration begins 09/01. AGES 3–K + ADULT

Halloween Spooktacular

Thursday, 10/19 from 6:30–7:15 PM or Friday, 10/20 from 10–10:45 AM Registration begins 10/01

Get spooked by this special Halloween storytime full of stories and other Halloween fun! Kids are encouraged to wear costumes to trick-or-treat around the library. AGES 3–K + ADULT

Lil’ Gobblers Sensory Science Fun

Friday, 11/17 from 10–10:45 AM

Thanksgiving is full of sensory experiences! Kids will get to explore all the different colors, scents, tastes, and textures related to Thanksgiving at this fun and interactive program! Registration begins 11/01 AGES 3–K + ADULT


GLENSIDEPLD BOARD

President Sam LucenteVice President Isabelle BaldwinSecretary Connie BarrerasTreasurer Altha MilnesTrustee Chodri KhokharTrustee Mariann EvansTrustee Jessica BreedeLibrary Director Tom Bartenfelder

BOARD MEETINGS

Board meetings are open to the public and held on the following dates: Thursdays: 09/21, 10/19, 11/16 at 7 PM

Contact The Library

The Glenside Public Library District wants to hear any comments or suggestions you have. Please feel free to contact us at [email protected] or 630–260–1550.

Friends of the Library

The Friends of the Glenside Public Library District usually meet on the first Saturday of the month in the library board room. Please join us as we discuss fun ways to assist the library with programs and fundraising! Saturdays: 09/16*, 10/07, 11/04 from 9–10 AM.

* The intended 09/02 meeting was rescheduled for 09/16.

Attendance at library programs and events and participating in any library related activity constitutes consent to be photographed for Glenside Public Library District publicity purposes.

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POSTAL CUSTOMERGLENSIDEPLDFriends of the library FALL book sale

Saturday, 09/23 from 9 AM – 4 PMSunday, 09/24 from 1–4 PM

Thousands of items will be available at bargain prices during the Friends of the Library Book Sale. Available items include CDs, DVDs, children’s books, popular novels, gift bags and more.

Community Holiday Wreaths

Drop off before Friday, 12/01

All are invited to take part in our holiday tradition of displaying Community Holiday Wreaths in the lobby during the month of December. The wreaths represent various organizations, schools, nationalities, professions, and hobbies.

1. Create an artificial wreath (approximately 18 inches in diameter)2. Decorate with small ornaments or other items to represent your theme 3. Drop off your wreath at the library before Friday, 12/01

For more information, please pick up a flyer at the front desk or call 630–260–1550.

Thank you to our summer reading sponsors

Anyway’s, Carol Stream Park District, Charkies, Chicago Blower, Generoso Pizza, Jameson’s, Jersey Mike’s, Ki’s Steak and Seafood, McAlister’s Deli, McDonald’s, Papa John’s, Schaumburg Boomers

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