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Spring Issue | March – May 2018LIBRARY LINK

Connecting our community to discover, inspire, and grow

GENEVA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

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Library services and programs receive much-needed support from the Friends, thanks to their annual book sales. Sales proceeds fund Summer and Winter Program prizes and books. The Friends have also funded S.T.E.A.M. kits, laptop tables, acrylic holders for newspapers and magazines, and so much more. New members are always welcome to join the Friends; visit gpld.org/friends-of-geneva-public-library for more information on meeting and book sort dates.

SAVE-THE-DATES FOR FRIENDS BOOK SALES:CHILDREN’S BOOK SALESaturday, June 2

SWEDISH DAYS BOOK SALEThursday, June 21 through Saturday, June 23

FRIENDS OF GENEVA PUBLIC LIBRARY

GENEVA LIBRARY FOUNDATION

The Geneva Library Foundation is now sponsoring the Library’s monthly Book & Bag It presentations. This series offers topical and informative programs that appeal to adults of all ages. Recent programs have covered such diverse topics as “The Ghost of Mary Surratt,” a live Gold Rush “Time Traveler” from 1849, and “Behind the Scenes at Marshall Fields” – design and execution of the animated windows, decor, and the Great Tree.

The Geneva Library Foundation is a recognized 501(c)(3) charitable organization. The Foundation is committed to providing a substantial, permanent, and stable source of funds to support the Geneva Public Library. Visit genevalibraryfoundation.org and make your donation today.

MEET HARRIET BEECHER STOWEWednesday, March 7 • 12–1 p.m.In honor of Women’s History Month, professional storyteller and actress Paddy Lynn portrays author and humanitarian Harriet Beecher Stowe in this insightful and emotionalone-woman presentation.

ELIZABETH BARRETT BROWNING: STORY OF THE SONNETSWednesday, April 4 • 12–1 p.m.Elizabeth, portrayed by Debra Miller, shares the letters she wrote to Robert Browning during their 18-month courtship, the story of their courtship, and the sonnets they inspired.

BILTMORE ESTATE: AMERICA’S DOWNTON ABBEYWednesday, May 2 • 12–1 p.m.Art historian Jeff Mishur talks about the estate’s history, architecture, and landscape plan and discusses parallels between the fi ctional Downton Abbey and Biltmore, America’s largest private home.

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CELEBRATE NATIONAL LIBRARY MONTHApril 2018We’ll offer a variety of activities and chances to win prizes all month long. Stop by your Library to see what’s going on!

SUMMER CHALLENGE DISCOVER: EVERYWHEREMay 23, 2018 – Aug. 1, 2018Geneva Public Library takes you everywhere this summer! Journey, experience, and explore, places, people, and things through reading and Library events. Youth, Teen, and Adults - join the excitement of discovery, and earn prizes too!

NATIONAL LIBRARY MONTH SUMMER CHALLENGE 2018

PLANNING FOR OUR FUTURE: NEXT STEPS

The City of Geneva’s Plan Commission was scheduled to review the Library’s application for a new building at 210 S. Sixth St. as this issue went to press. The Library seeks approval for a 3-story public library, and the plan will be reviewed by the City of Geneva’s Plan Commission and City Council in early 2018.

To learn more about why we’re building a new library, how we determined its size, community involvement in the design phase, plans for a new playground on the site, and details of the Library’s PUD proposal, visit gpldnewbuilding.org.

SEVENTH STREET VIEW

SIXTH STREET VIEW

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DIGITIZE ALL THE THINGS Tuesday, March 6 • 7–8:30 p.m.Thursday, March 15 • 10–11:30 a.m.Do you have 8mm fi lm, slides, audiocassettes, videotapes, or print photos that you would love to digitize? This class will show you how to protect these mementos by making digital copies.

GOOGLE DRIVETuesday, March 13 • 7–8:30 p.m.Learn about the Cloud and how to use Google Drive to store fi les and information.

ANDROID FOR BEGINNERSWednesday, April 4 • 7–8:30 p.m.This class is designed to help you navigate, customize, and care for your device. You will learn how to change settings, organize, download apps, and more.

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO FACEBOOKWednesday, April 11 • 7–8:30 p.m.Thursday, April 19 • 10–11:30 a.m.Learn about one of the largest social media platforms! Topics include understanding the newsfeed and timeline, and how to post, share, and privatize your personal content.

SAVE IT TO THE CLOUDMonday, April 30 • 7–8:30 p.m.Learn how to back up your documents, music, and photos to online cloud solutions, many of which are cheap or free. We’ll also show the basics of onsite backup and the 3-2-1 backup strategy.

INTRODUCTION TO WINDOWS 10Wednesday, May 9 • 7–8:30 p.m.Thursday, May 17 • 10–11:30 a.m.This hands-on introduction will show you how to personalize Windows 10, use the new Start Menu, understand Cortana, OneDrive, and more.

TECHNOLOGY CLASSES

You may bring your device of choice: smartphone, laptop, or tablet, but it’s not required. There will be a limited number of laptops available for hands-on use.

Programs are open to all ages, and registration begins Feb. 12 at gpld.org/technology-classes.

BUSINESS & CAREERS

SOCIAL MEDIA 101 FOR SMALL BUSINESSMonday, March 26 • 7–8:30 p.m. From understanding the different social media platforms, to choosing what to say and where to say it, this seminar will give you the keys to the most effective social media marketing for business. This event is co-sponsored with Fox Valley SCORE.

JOB SEARCH IN THE DIGITAL AGEMonday, April 9 • 7–8 p.m.Dee Reinhardt of Time2Market will cover many social media outlets that today’s job seekers can use to amp up their job search efforts.

CYBERSECURITY 101 FOR SMALL BUSINESSTuesday, May 8 • 7–8:30 p.m.Lawrence Steinert from 4 MFG will share details on the rising threats to your small business and ways you can protect yourself in this compelling presentation. Co-sponsored with Fox Valley SCORE.


ADULTS BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS

NEW DISH! COOKBOOK BOOK CLUB FRIDAY MORNING BOOK DISCUSSION

9:30–11 a.m.

THURSDAY AFTERNOON BOOK DISCUSSION12–1 p.m

TUESDAY EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION7:30–8:45 p.m.

March 20The Martianby Andy Weir

March 16The Spy Who Came in from the Cold

by John le CarreMarch 8My Paris Kitchen by David Lebovitz

April 17The Zookeeper’s Wifeby Diane Ackerman

April 20Ready Player Oneby Ernest ClineApril 12

Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street: The New Home Cooking

May 15 Breaking Wildby Diane Les Becquets

May 18 Code Name Verityby Elizabeth WeinMay 10

Barefoot Contessa Cookbookby Ina Garten

Copies of each title are set aside at the Info Desk the month prior to the discussion.

Come and talk about the love of reading cookbooks. Copies will be available at the Info Desk.

MONEY SMART WEEK

MAKING THE MOST OF SOCIAL SECURITYMonday, April 23 • 7–8:30 p.m.Michael Heatwole will discuss fi ling options which can often provide monthly lifetime payments higher than the standard fi ling options typically selected.

COIN STORIESWednesday, April 25 • 7–8:30 p.m.Ron Beckstrom presents the history of coins in a slide show format followed by a shared appraisal of the 3-4 items that each attendee brings from their own collection.

SPECIAL NEEDS TRUSTSThursday, April 26 • 7–8:30 p.m.David Schlossberg, an experienced fi nancial advisor, will advise parents, grandparents, and others with special needs concerns.

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LET’S LEARN TOGETHER

SCREENAGERS: GROWING UP IN THE DIGITAL AGEThursday, March 8 • 7–8:30 p.m.Join us as we view this documentary which reveals how tech time impacts kids’ development and offers solutions on how adults can empower kids to best navigate the digital world and fi nd balance.

BERLIN 1936: HITLER’S GAMES VS. AMERICA’S HEROES Wednesday, March 21 7–8:30 p.m.Craig Pierce will relate 10 tales of American grit and determination at the 1936 Summer Games in the shadow of Hitler’s rising reign of terror.

PREPARING FOR HOME DOWNSIZINGTuesday, April 17 • 7–8:30 p.m.Are you thinking about downsizing your own home or a parent’s home? Professional Organizer Vicki Burger will provide you with tips and strategies for tackling this seemingly insurmountable task.

BE GREEN WHEN YOU GARDENWednesday, April 18 7–8:30 p.m. In honor of Earth Day, horticulturist Sharon Yiesla will teach simple ways to garden while conserving water and using fewer chemicals, including proper plant selection and composting.

MAIN STREET ILLINOISThursday, May 10 • 7–8:30 p.m.Celebrate the Illinois Bicentennial with John Lynn as he leads us on a memorable and fun-fi lled tour of the charms, traditions, and personalities of our 2,400 Illinois towns.

AARP SMART DRIVER SAFETY COURSE - PART 1*Monday, May 21 • 9 a.m.–1 p.m.AARP SMART DRIVER SAFETY COURSE - PART 2*Tuesday, May 22 • 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Refresh your driving skills, learn to adjust to age-related changes, and fi nd out how to operate vehicles more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment.

ARMCHAIR TOUR OF OUR SOLAR SYSTEMWednesday, May 23 • 7–8:30 p.m.Michelle Nichols from the Adler Planetarium will showcase some of the latest NASA spacecraft images of our Solar System.

Registration is recommended. Registration begins Feb. 12 at gpld.org/adult. (*) Indicates Older Americans Month Program.

ONGOING FAVORITESKNITTING CLUBMondays • 6:30–8:45 p.m. March 5, April 2, May 7Whether you are a beginner or experienced knitter, this casual club is for you. Bring your latest project.

NIGHT WRITERS WORKSHOPTuesdays • 6:30–8:15 p.m.March 13, April 10, May 8Led by author and teacher Rick Holinger, this workshop welcomes writers of all genres.

SUNDAYS1–3:30 p.m.Join us to watch and discuss a foreign fi lm led by members of Geneva’s International Cultural Exchange Committee.

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FOREIGN FILM - SHOWINGS & DISCUSSION March 18Babette’s Feast (Denmark)

April 15Amour (Austria)

May 20WildStrawberries (Sweden)


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GET CREATIVE

DIY LAVENDER SACHETSMonday, March 19 • 7–8:30 p.m.Using some fabric scraps, dried lavender, and a sewing machine, make a lavender sachet.

DIY STRESS RELIEF BALLS Tuesday, March 20 • 10 a.m.–12 p.m.Drop into the Collaboration Zone to make your own stress ball, and get some stress relief during tax time.

VIOLETS: A PAINTING WORKSHOPThursday, April 5 • 7–8:30 p.m.Celebrate spring and the Illinois Bicentennial by learning how to paint our state fl ower, the violet, with Christine Thornton.

PERLER BEAD CRAFTING Tuesday, April 10 • 10 a.m.–12 p.m.Drop into our Collaboration Zone to make something geeky out of Perler Beads to celebrate your favorite characters from TV and fi lm.

SEW A FELT CATTuesday, April 24 • 10 a.m.–12 p.m.Drop into the Collaboration Zone to try your hand at sewing and create your own fuzzy friend!

DIY SPRING TEA CUP GARDENMonday, May 14 • 7–8:30 p.m.Create your own tiny spring garden in a tea cup. Bring your own tea cup or choose one of ours!

FOOD, FUN & ENTERTAINMENT

THE CHICAGO ROVERSFriday, March 9 • 7–8 p.m.Greenfi elds of Geneva0N801 Friendship Way, Geneva The Chicago Rovers, a singing trio who perform traditional, contemporary, and original Celtic-oriented music, will delight you with their tight harmonies, fun singalongs, and great musicianship!

IRISH LEGENDS OF THE WEE FOLKMonday, March 12 • 7–8 p.m. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Terry Lynch, son of Erin, as he shares folktales from The Emerald Isle that bring to life the traditions of fairies, banshees, and leprechauns!

BEYOND CORNED BEEF: THE NEW IRISH CUISINEThursday, March 15 • 7–8:30 p.m. Chef Susan Maddox explores contemporary Irish cuisine. Recipes and tasty samples will be shared.

ACTIVELY AGING WITH YOGA*Monday, May 7 • 10–11 a.m. Join us for a stress-relieving, gentle yoga sequence using a mat and/or chair. Poses will be modifi ed for everyone.

MUSICAL INTERLUDE WITH TERRY ANDREW*Tuesday, May 15 • 10–11 a.m. Pianist Terry Andrew will present this one-hour concert featuring a variety of musical styles and share the secrets behind the melodies.

HEAVENLY DAIRY PRODUCTSWednesday, May 16 • 7–8:30 p.m. Mark Lyons, an experienced cheesemaker, will show you how to turn milk into wonderful treats such as butter, cheese, buttermilk, and crème fraîche.

LOUISA MAY ALCOTT: 150 YEARS OF LITTLE WOMENWednesday, May 30 • 7–8 p.m. Leslie Goddard portrays beloved author Louisa May Alcott in celebration of the 150th anniversary of Little Women, sharing stories of her poverty-fi lled childhood and her struggles to succeed.

FOR LITERARY LOVERS

SENIOR WRITING GROUPWednesdays • 10–11 a.m.March 14, April 11, May 9Join us for an exchange of writings and ideas in this new monthly writing group just for seniors.

BOOK CLUB BASHSaturday, April 7 • 2–4 p.m. FoxFire Restaurant17 W. State St., GenevaJoin us for our second annual Book Club Bash! Learn about hot new book titles, while you discuss your favorites and have the chance to win prizes. Food will be served.

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TRIVIA NIGHTThursday, March 8 • 6:30–8:30 p.m.Aurelio’s Pizza330 W. State St., GenevaDo you have what it takes to be a champion? Test your knowledge at our trivia night at Aurelio’s. Compete in teams of up to six people for ultimate bragging rights.

SMALL SPACE DESIGNTuesday, March 13 • 7–8:30 p.m.Want to spruce up your space? Interior designer Shelly Mocchi will give us pro tips for designing a cozy space that you’ll love.

BOARD GAME NIGHTMondays • 6:30–8:30 p.m. March 19, April 16, May 21 Any board game fans out there? Join us for an evening of tabletop games, like Settlers of Catan or Exploding Kittens. Feel free to bring your own games, too! Snacks will be provided.

DECORATING EGG-STRAVAGANZA!Thursday, March 22 • 7–8:30 p.m.Who says adults can’t decorate holiday eggs? We’ll dye eggs just the way you remember, with a modern twist!

WRAPPED BEAD BRACELETThursday, April 5 • 7–8:30 p.m.With a few basic knots, you can make your very own wrapped bead bracelet. Keep it for yourself or give it as a thoughtful gift.

LIBRARY LASER TAGFriday, April 20 • 8–9 p.m.Join the adventure and play laser tag in the library - after hours! Explore the Library while competing to name the ultimate laser tag champion!

WILDFLOWER WALKThursday, May 3 • 7–8:30 p.m.Johnson’s Mound Forest Preserve41W600 Hughes Road, ElburnJoin us for a special evening wildfl ower walk. We will explore the beautiful Johnson’s Mound Forest Preserve, go over tips for identifying wildfl owers, and learn about the woods where they grow.

DIY BATH BOMBSThursday, May 17 • 7–8:30 p.m.Join us to make fi zzy, fun, and fragrant bath bombs.

Programs designed for adults in their 20s & 30s to connect, engage, and socialize in response to community feedback. Registration begins Feb. 12 at gpld.org/20s-and-30s.Check out our Meetup page: meetup.com/20s-30s-Programs-at-Geneva-Public-Library.

20s & 30s

WEDNESDAYS7–8:30 p.m.All Chocolate Kitchen 33 S. Third St., GenevaCopies of each title are set aside at the Info Desk the month before the discussion.

BOOKS & BREWS - 20s & 30s BOOK DISCUSSION March 14Holding Upthe Universeby Jennifer Niven

April 11Enchantedby Alethea Kontis

May 9Alex & Elizaby Melissa De La Cruz

20s & 30s


Registration begins Feb. 12 at gpld.org/teens.

NEW!

2ND ANNUAL TEEN JOB & VOLUNTEER FAIRSaturday, March 10 • 2–4 p.m. Meet Geneva businesses and organizations that are looking for seasonal or part-time employees! Both employment and volunteer opportunities will be represented.

TEENS TAKE OVER BOOK CLUB Friday, April 13 • 5–6 p.m.Graham’s 318318 S. Third St., GenevaGet your hands on hot new YA titles and join us for a fun discussion! The fi rst 8 teens to register are guaranteed a FREE copy of the thriller In her Skin by Kim Savage.

SMALL BUSINESS BUFF Q&AThursday, April 26 • 5–6 p.m. It’s Money Smart Week, so come hear a successful, local entrepreneur talk about smart business! Chelsey Lutz from Green Gypsy Juice will be available to answer any and all of your questions.

FUN & GAMESSMALL SPACE DESIGNTuesday, March 13 • 7–8:30 p.m.Interior designer Shelly Mocchi will give us pro tips for designing a cozy space that you’ll love!

LIBRARY LASER TAGFriday, April 20 • 6:30–7:30 p.m.Find the clues to solve the puzzle and escape the Library - while defending yourself from other teams in this laser tag extravaganza.

DIY PROGRAMS DOWN TO DIY: SEWING SKILLS4–6 p.m.Monday, March 19 • Wednesday, March 21Stop by the Collaboration Zone and try out a sewing project! We’ll also have a sewing machine if you want to learn how to use it.

DOWN TO DIY: BOOK FOLDING4–6 p.m.Tuesday, April 17 • Thursday, April 19Celebrate National Library Month with some drop-in book folding! We’ll be in the Collaboration Zone with books and patterns to create beautiful book sculptures.

DOWN TO DIY: STRESS BALLS4–6 p.m.Wednesday, May 16 • Friday, May 18Take a break from studying for fi nals in the Collaboration Zone and make a stress ball - perfect for squeezing out anxiety.

TEENS (GRADES 9-12)

TEEN TAKE & MAKE KITSThese are fun crafts you can take home and make on your own time. New kits debut on the 15th of the month, so grab one before they disappear!

March: Emoji ZipperPouchesApril: DesktopCatapultsMay: Floral SoapPops

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TEEN TECH STUDIOExplore technology with us! View videos made by teens on our YouTube page (linked from gpld.org)

SUMMER READING COMMERCIALFriday, March 23 • 6:30–8 p.m.Together we’ll create a commercial for the Summer Reading Program to be put on the Library’s YouTube channel and shown to kids in Geneva elementary school classes.

STOP MOTION ANIMATIONFriday, April 27 • 6:30–8 p.m.Create a stop motion animation video using LEGOs, pen and paper, or whatever else you can dream up. We’ll provide supplies, technology help, and fi lmmaking tips.

Registration begins Feb. 12 at gpld.org

Registration begins Feb. 12 at gpld.org/teens.

INTERVIEWS 101Monday, March 5 6:30–7:30 p.m.Learn how to put your best foot forward in this interview workshop presented by Bob Schlacks. Stay after for a follow-up on putting together an all-star resume!

RESUMES 101Monday, March 57:30–8:30 p.m. The second part of our fi rst-time job workshop. Bob Schlacks will teach us how to put together an all-star resume, after he’s helped you perfect your interview technique.

MINECRAFT FOR TEENSFriday, March 2 • 2:30–4 p.m.Build and break blocks on the LIbrary’s very own Minecraft server. All experience levels are welcome.

T2 TEAM Wednesdays • 5–6 p.m.March 28, April 25, May 23This group is the ultimate team-up of middle schoolers and high schoolers who want to help the community, make friends, share their ideas, and make a difference at the Library.

LEGO ROBOTICS FOR TEENSFriday, March 30 • 2:30–4 p.m.Build and code LEGO WeDO and Mindstorms robots. No experience necessary.

PREPARING FOR YOUR FUTURESCREENAGERS: GROWING UP IN THE DIGITAL AGE Thursday, March 8 • 7–8:30 p.m.Join us as we view this documentary which reveals how tech time impacts kids’ development and offers solutions on how adults can empower kids to best navigate the digital world andfi nd balance.

FINDING THE RIGHT COLLEGE Wednesday, March 14 7–8:30 p.m.My College Planning Team returns to discuss how to fi nd the best-fi t college that will work for you. We’ll cover selecting college majors, and scholarship searches.

TEENS (GRADES 9-12)

CROSSOVER PROGRAMS (GRADES 6–12)

Registration Info

STUDY SKILLS, TIPS AND TRICKS Wednesday, April 47–8:30 p.m. Huntington Learning Center presents tips, tricks, and essential study skills to help you do your best on any test or exam. We’ll bust some myths about studying that may be holding you back!

MANAGING COLLEGE COSTSWednesday, May 2 • 7–8 p.m.Andrea Janick from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will present tips and strategies on managing and decreasing college costs.

DROP-IN TUTORINGThursdays, • 4–6 p.m.May 3, 10, 24Huntington Learning Center will be available in the Collaboration Zone for any last minute AP & fi nals questions you have. Come early! Questions will be handled on a fi rst come, fi rst served basis.


Registration begins Feb. 12 at gpld.org/middle-school.

FUN & RECREATIONMYSTERY AT THE LIBRARY Thursday, March 1 • 3–4:30 p.m.Can you uncover the identity of the murderer loose in the Library…before it’s too late? Bring your sleuthing skills to this live action mystery event.

BABYSITTING AND CHILD CARE TRAINING Sunday, March 11 • 1:30–4:30 p.m.Sarah Consdorf and her Early Childhood Education students from Geneva High School will offer hands-on learning stations with tips and tools for those looking to build up their childcare skills.

LIBRARY SQUADWednesdays • 5–6 p.m.March 14, April 11, May 9Want to make a difference at the library? Share your ideas and earn volunteer hours while doing it! We’ll snack as we plan programs and decorations.

ANIME & MANGA AFTERNOONSaturday, March 17 • 2–3:30 p.m.Into anime, manga and comics? Need a fandom fi x? We’ll discuss our favorite series, watch clips, make a cosplay craft and enjoy some oishii okashi (delicious snacks) from Japan!

CODING LABThursdays • 4:30–5:30 p.m.March 22, April 26, May 24Experiment with coding using Scratch during this open lab time. Visit this website before the program to create a login: scratch.mit.edu/.

MILKSHAKE CAFEMonday, March 26 • 3–4:15 p.m.Back by popular demand! Use toppings and mix-ins to blend your own milkshake, just the way you like it.

LEARN SOLDERING FORMIDDLE SCHOOLERSSaturday, April 72:30–4 p.m.Soldering (SAH-der-ing) is the process of joining two objects together using a melted fi ller metal. We’ll work on a simple electronics project to hone our soldering skills.

WRITER’S WORKSHOPTuesday, April 10 • 4–4:45 p.m.You’re never too young to start working on your autobiography! Bring a list of memories from your life and we’ll help you turn them into an illustrated picture book.

SLIME SCIENCEFriday, May 4 • 4:30–5:30 p.m.Join us to concoct several varieties of sticky, stretchy, gooey slime that you can take home with you.

WEARABLE ELECTRONICSFriday, May 18 • 2–3:30 p.m.Create accessories that light up with LEDs! Come ready to tinker. Prior sewing skills are helpful but not necessary.

WIRED CREW TECH FAIRTuesday, May 22 • 7–8:30 p.m.Drop in to see what the Wired Crew - a joint technology club run by Geneva Middle Schools North and South and the Library - has created this year using their coding, electronics, and robotics skills.

MIDDLE SCHOOL (GRADES 6-8)

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Registration begins Feb. 12 at gpld.org/kids-and-parents

MINECRAFT(Grades 1–5)

Friday, March 2 9:30–10:30 a.m.,11 a.m.–noon, or 1–2 p.m.Join us to play Minecraft on the Library’s server. We’ll play in creative mode, where all resources are provided so you’re free to craft and build. Please register for only one timeslot.

CARDBOARD BOX CREATIONS(Grades 2 & 3)Thursday, March 8 4–4:45 p.m. Cardboard boxes provide endless possibilities for the imagination. Let’s put our creative brains to work and create some fun cardboard characters with accessories. What will you dream up?

CHESS CLUB(Grades K-8)Saturdays • 2–3:30 p.m.March 10, April 7, May 5Whether you love to play chess or have never played before, our Chess Club volunteer will provide tips for chess players at all levels.

K-1 FUN (Grades K & 1)

Mondays • 4–4:45 p.m. March 12, April 16, May 14Join us for books, activities, games, and FUN! Each month will feature a different theme.

S.T.E.A.M. Drama Club: Exploring Science through Acting(Grades 3–5)

Thursday, March 15 4–4:45 p.m.Love acting, but not sure about science? Love science, but not sure about acting? Love acting and science?! This workshop is for you!

MAD LIBS LIVE(Grades 4 & 5) Wednesday, March 21 4:15–5 p.m.Love Mad Libs? Let’s get wacky and create a variety of stories together. One story will be performed live for a big fi nish!

READING TO ROVER(Grades 1–5)Wednesday, March 21 • 3:45–4:45 p.m.Wednesday, April 18 • 3:45–4:45 p.m.Wednesday, May 16 • 3:45–4:45 p.m.Children can brush up reading skills with the help of gentle furry friends. Each child who registers will have 15 minutes to read to a certifi ed therapy dog. Sign up for one date only.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Registration Required



CODING LAB(Grades 3–8)Thursdays • 4:30–5:30 p.m.March 22, April 26, May 24 Experiment with coding using Scratch during this open lab time. Visit this website before the program to create a login: scratch.mit.edu/.

MILKSHAKE SHAKE-UP(Grades 4 & 5)Monday, March 26 • 1–2:15 p.m.Use toppings and mix-ins to blend your own milkshake, just the way you like it.

LEGO WeDo ROBOTICS (Grades 2–5)Friday, March 30 9:30-10:45 a.m.,11 a.m.–12:15 p.m., or 1–2:15 p.m.Love LEGOs and robots? Using LEGO WeDo kits, build items out of LEGOs, and learn how to program your creation so it moves.

CELEBRATE NATIONAL DEEP DISH PIZZA DAY! (Grades 4 & 5)Thursday, April 5 • 4–4:45 p.m.No need to plan dinner! Learn how to make pizza dough, and pack up some toppings to take home to fi nish and bake.

WRITER’S WORKSHOP(Grades 4–8)

Tuesday, April 10 • 4–4:45 p.m.You’re never too young to start working on your autobiography! Bring a list of memories from your life and we’ll help you turn them into an illustrated picture book.

SPRING GARDENING(Grades 2 & 3)Tuesday, April 24 • 4–4:45 p.m.Come explore the exotic world of fl ower and vegetable gardening and prepare a spring seedling for your garden at home!

SLIME LAB(Grades 4 & 5)Thursday, May 3 • 4–5 p.m.Join us to concoct several varieties of sticky, stretchy, gooey slime that you can take home with you.

BUZZ ABOUT BEES(Grades K-12)Tuesday, May 8 • 4–5 p.m.SciTech Museum will present an interactive demonstration and lab about bee ecology, including a safe observation bee hive.

STICK DOG FAN CLUB(Grades 2-5)Thursday, May 10 • 4–4:45 p.m.Share what you like about the Stick Dog books by Tom Watson and enjoy discussions, games and activities with other fans of this humorous book series.

CREATE THE GREATS: MAD POTTER OF BILOXI(Grades 4-6)Friday, May 18 • 2–3 p.m.Create a pottery piece in the quirky style of George E. Ohr (The Mad Potter of Biloxi) while learning a brief history of pottery and the fun past of Ohr’s artwork.

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SMALL GROUP STORYTIMESOur storytimes have a new, more convenient format; no need to register; attend as your schedule permits. We will hand out nametags 15 minutes prior to storytime as space is limited in our Program Room.

CHECK OUT OUR FEATURED EXHIBITS FOR THE SPRING!

2 & 3 YEAR-OLD STORYTIME(With a caregiver)Mondays • 9:30–10 a.m.April 2, 9, 16, 23

Thursdays • 9:30–10 a.m.April 5, 12, 19, 26

Thursdays • 10:30–11 a.m.April 5, 12, 19, 26

BABY STORYTIME(Birth-first steps with a caregiver)Fridays • 9:30–10 a.m.April 6, 13, 27May 4

3–6 YEAR-OLD STORYTIME Friday, April 6 • 1:30–2 p.m.Thursday, April 12 • 1:30–2 p.m.Wednesday, April 18 • 10:30–11 a.m.Monday, April 23 • 10:30–11 a.m.

S.T.E.A.M. STATION

PRESCHOOL

NEWFORMAT

MarchTHEATER: WHERE S.T.E.A.M. SHINESFrom lighting and special effects to costuming and set design, theater is a real world example of S.T.E.A.M. at work. This month we will take a look at playhouse architecture and engineering, set and costume design, and areas of stage technology.

AprilEARTH CONSERVATIONLearn how humans impact Earth, and explore ways that you can reduce, reuse, and recycle to help take care of our planet.

MayS.T.E.A.M. - IT’S ALL THE BUZZDid you know that, without bees, humans wouldn’t have very much to eat? Find out what it means to be as busy as a bee by exploring this month’s activities.

Learn, Explore, and Discover at theS.T.E.A.M. StationKids can enjoy new activities each month; from science to technology and engineering to art to math. These hands-on exploratory projects allow children to work on critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration. While the station is designed for elementary-aged students, the activities are suitable for younger children who participate with a parent or caregiver, which allows them to work on early literacy skills.


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SENSORY STORYTIME(Suggested ages 2-6 with a caregiver) Sundays • 1:30–2:15 p.m. - March 11, April 8, May 20This small-group storytime is designed for children with autism or sensory processing issues. Stories and activities will engage the senses through books, music, and movement. Siblings are welcome.

TALES & TRAILS(Kids of all ages with a caregiver)Johnson’s Mound Forest Preserve Shelter41W600 Hughes Road, Elburn Wednesday, May 2 • 9:30–10:30 a.m.Join us for fl ower stories, rhymes and songs followed by a naturalist-guided hike where you’ll learn the names and colorful stories of native wildfl owers.

FAMILY STORYTIME (All ages)Saturdays • 10–10:30 a.m.March 3, 17, 31April 14, 28May 12, 26

Tuesdays • 6:30–7 p.m. April 3, 10, 17, 24 Families are invited to enjoy storytime together.

DISCOVERY PLAYTIME(Ages 2–5 with a caregiver)Tuesdays, March 13 • 10–11 a.m. Wednesday, May 16 • 10–11 a.m.Join us for this open-ended playtime geared toward exploration and socialization. Activity stations help boost your child’s reading readiness skills. Younger siblings are welcome.

STORYTIME AT PECK FARM(All ages)Wednesdays • 10–10:30 a.m.March 14, April 11, May 9 Meet us in the Orientation Barn at Peck Farm for stories and activities.

TALES ON THE TOWN (Ages 6 & under with a caregiver)Monday, March 19 • 10–10:30 a.m. The PrivateBank501 W. State St., GenevaWednesday, April 4 • 10–10:30 a.m. Absolute Music611 E. State St., Geneva Monday, May 14 • 10–10:30 a.m. Craft Urban211 James St., GenevaJoin us at a different Geneva business each month for stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

PRESCHOOL FUN WITH SCIENCE(Ages 3–6 with a caregiver)Tuesday, March 27 • 10–11:30 a.mDrop in to explore various activity stations designed to encourage exploration, learning, and interest in science at just the right level for your preschooler.

DROP-IN BOARD GAMES(All Ages)Thursday, March 29 • 9 a.m.–9 p.m.A variety of board games will be available to play. Try an old favorite or discover a new game from our collection.

FAIRY TALE BALL(Ages 6 & under with a caregiver)Tuesday, May 8 • 10–11 a.m.You’re invited! Celebrate your favorite fairy tales with themed music, activities, and crafts. Come fancy or come as you are!

PANERA MILK & COOKIE STORYTIME (All Ages)Monday, May 21 • 9:30–10 a.m.Panera Bread1690 S. Randall Road, GenevaJoin us for stories, rhymes and songs followed by a complimentary petite chocolate chipper cookie and milk.

Tickets for youth programs are free and available to GPLD cardholders on the date indicated for that specifi c program. Non-GPLD cardholders may pick up free tickets one week later, if available.

MISS CAROLE’S MACARONI SOUP CONCERT(Ages 6 & under with a caregiver)Wednesday, May 23 • 10–11 a.m.Miss Carole and Clarence return with a family concert that invites everyone to rhyme, wiggle, giggle, and sing! Tickets available May 9 for GPLD cardholders, May 16 for those without a card.

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Please visit our website at gpld.org for more information on registering for a program.

Photographs and video taken during Library programs may be used on the Library’s website, social media, and newsletter. If you don’t wish to be photographed or videotaped, please inform a staff member.

BOARD OF TRUSTEESPresident Robert Shiffl erVice President Pat LordTreasurer Mark AdamsSecretary Zachary CraftTrustees Paul Conterato Dana Hintz Ellen Schmid

FOUNDATION DIRECTORSPresident Mike LongoVice President Peter EvansTreasurer Andy WilsonSecretary Martha Paschke

FRIENDS BOARDPresident Ellen BassettVice Presidents Rick & Deborah MlotTreasurer Jeanne NeltnorSecretary Bonnie Kovacs

The Board will meet on March 22, April 26, and May 24 at 7 p.m. in the Library Meeting Room.

HOURS

M–Th 9 a.m.–9 p.m.Fri 9 a.m.–6 p.m.Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m.Sun 12–5 p.m.

LIBRARY CLOSINGS

Sunday, April 1 (Easter)Monday, May 28 (Memorial Day)

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