ADULTPROGRAMSSummer Reading ChallengeRead anything print or digital to win! Sign up online.July 1-August 15 (R)

Grilling With Fresh Ingredients: Live/Prerecorded Summer is here which means it’s time to kick-off grilling season. Chef Susan Maddox returns to share her favorite grilled foods. Learn some new recipes, and discover some helpful tips and techniques.7pm Wed., Jul. 1 (R)

Senior Book Discussion: LiveThe Nickel Boys by Colson WhiteheadJoin us as we gather in a new way to discuss our summer title and Pulitzer Prize winner for fiction The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead. Questions? Contact cwagner@eapl.org. 10-11:30am Wed., Jul. 8 (R)

Astrology 101: LiveIn astrology, there are 12 zodiac signs. Become familiar with the sun, moon, and rising signs, planets, and houses, and learn how to read your natal chart so you can avoid future problems, learn your strengths, and embrace your best self. If you are curious about the ancient art of astrology and want to gain a deeper understanding of some of the basic concepts, this workshop is a fun overview.7pm Wed., Jul. 8 (R)

Searching for South America: Live Travel enthusiast Brian Michalski is on the road again — this time spending over a year in South America. As he trekked the Inca Trail, navigated pristine Patagonia and explored the Amazon rainforest, he also volunteered, took Spanish classes, earned his English teaching certificate and worked remotely. Brian overcame obstacles; including one so immense, it could take only the collective help of his loved ones to save him. Witness this atypical approach to a challenging, yet deeply rewarding continent. Michalski will enthrall you with as many entertaining stories as he has passport stamps.7pm Mon., Jul. 13 (R)

Online Registration – Adult, Teen and Forge – www.eapl.orgAll live programs are held online using zoom and require registration. A link to access the presentation will be sent to your email a few hours before the program begins. You MUST include your email at registration. View the programs on your PC, tablet or phone.

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O N L I N E P R O G R A M SELA AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY

JULY 2020

COMPUTERPROGRAMS* Prerequisite

Digital Scrapbooking: Live Covers how to create free/low-cost digital scrapbooks with photo editing sites and Photoshop Elements. Also looks at different sites to find free scrapbooking kits, digital paper and images.6:30-8pm Tues., Jul. 7 (R)

Canva: Live This graphic design tool helps users create posters, business cards social media graphics, invitations, etc.6:30-7:30pm Thurs., Jul. 9 (R)

Microsoft Word Part 3: Live Learn more advanced techniques, including combining documents, WordArt, heading styles and table of contents, indexes, and fillable forms.6:30-8pm Wed., Jul. 15 (R)

Google Earth: Live *Google Chrome browser installed on your computerGoogle Earth allows you to travel the world through a virtual globe and view satellite imagery, maps, terrain and more!6:30-8pm Mon., Jul. 20 (R)

Microsoft Excel Part 1: Live Learn to create basic spreadsheets with formulas and charts.6:30-8pm Tues., Jul. 28 (R)

Work Your Side Hustle: Live Turn your talents into extra income. Learn about websites that can help you find an extra job that works around your schedule and an outline for turning an interest into a job in less than a month.7-8:30pm Wed,. Jul. 29 (R)

ADULTPROGRAMS Books & Brews: LiveA Good Neighborhood by Therese Anne Fowler.7-8:30pm Tues., Jul. 14 (R)

Beyond “The Blues Brothers”: Live Celebrate the 40th anniversary of “The Blues Brothers” as we explore the movie’s backstories, mix of Hollywood genres, and impact on Chicago-based filmmaking. This discussion is presented by Chicago Movie Tours, a company that specializes in immersive experiences related to Chicago and cinema.7pm Wed., Jul. 15 (R)

Memory Café: Live Theme: Poetry of SummerCo-sponsored with the Barrington Area Council on Aging (BACOA), Memory Cafe is for those with memory issues and their care partners. Each month, we celebrate a new theme. In July, poet and writer Cin Salach leads us through a series of poetry-themed activities. Questions? Contact Outreach Coordinator Christy Wagner at cwagner@eapl.org or Pam Pellizzari at ppellizzari@bacoa.org.10-11am Tues., Jul. 16 (R)

Genealogy Interest Group: Live 3pm Mon., Jul. 20 (R)

The Beer Barons of Lake Geneva: Live Meet the six beer barons of Lake Geneva and the four major brewers in Milwaukee as we take a look back at Wisconsin’s beer history. Presented by Michael Rehberg, the lead interpreter at Black Point Estate & Gardens, the Wisconsin Historical Society’s historic house museum on Lake Geneva.7pm Tues., Jul. 28 (R)

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FORGEPROGRAMSPlease read the full description of the technical requirements needed for each program when registering online.

3D Printing 101: Live New to 3D design? In this class, we'll find 3D models online and customize them to send to the library's 3D printers. Learn how to take a model from Thingiverse and personalize it with Tinkercad. Questions? Contact forge@eapl.org. Important: Participants under the age of 13 need a parent/guardian to set up their account. Minor accounts may take multiple days to be approved by Tinkercad. Alternatively, you can create an account with the parent/guardian's name and birthdate which allows the participant to use the account for the class.3pm Fri., Jul. 10 ages 12 and up (R)

Girls Who Code: Live Are you a girl interested in computer science? Learn programming skills and develop projects that solve real-world problems. Programming skills include topics such as loops, functions and conditionals. All experience levels are welcome! Attendees are strongly encouraged to attend at least 7 of the 9 sessions, as each week builds on the previous week's lesson. Questions? Contact bsaab@eapl.org.2pm Sundays, June 7 – August 9 girls grades 6-12 (R)

Finger Knitting an Octopus: Live With simple supplies you have at home, use your fingers to make a fun undersea friend. Learn how to knit simple chains with your fingers and make a homemade yarn octopus. Supplies needed: a skein of yarn, paper, scissors and aluminum foil to participate. Questions? Contact forge@eapl.org.2pm Sat., Jul. 18 grades 6-12 (R)

Quiplash with Some Friends!: Live We will play the popular game Quiplash from the makers of the Jackbox Party Box. Enjoy creating quips and voting on the best ones in this completely virtual board game experience. There is no need to create a Jackbox account to participate. Questions? Contact forge@eapl.org.6pm Wed., Jul. 22 and 6pm Thurs., Aug. 6 grades 6-12 (R)

Make Your Own Adventure Game with Twine: LiveDesign a choose your own adventure story with Twine, an interactive, online fiction program.Questions? Contact forge@eapl.org.4pm Thurs., Jul. 23 ages 12 and up

TEENPROGRAMSSummer Reading ChallengeRead anything print or digital to win! Sign up online.July 1-August 15 (R)

Virtual Animation Workshop: Pre-recorded Join Alex Thomas and Friends as they show you how to use free, open-source animation software, and learn to create several different animations! This will be a pre-recorded program, so you may play and pause at your leisure to animate at your own pace. Questions? Contact readers@eapl.org. 10am-4pm Mon., Jul. 13- Sun., Jul. 19 grades 6-12 (R)

Hamilton Trivia Online: Live Don’t throw away your shot; test your Hamilton knowledge at this virtual trivia night. Shout it from the rooftops! You’re going to want to be in the room where it happens. Questions? Contact readers@eapl.org.5pm Wed., Jul. 29 grades 6-12 (R)

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CHILDREN’SPROGRAMS

Summer Reading ChallengeRead anything print or digital to win! Sign up online.July 1-August 15 (R)

Virtual Storytimes and Music Programs:Pre-recorded Released every Wednesday through July 29.

Facebook and Instagram Visit our pages for videos featuring crafts and science experiments you can do at home.

Intergenerational Pen PalsA new friendship is only one letter away! The library is pairing up young folks (grades 2-8) with local senior living residents for a letter-writing exchange. Librarians will deliver letters from the library to senior residences and back again. Please email your child(s) full name, and grade to childrens1@eapl.org. We will reply with additional information including age appropriate guidelines and writing prompts.

Miss Jamie: Pre-recorded Miss Jamie takes the kids on a virtual field trip from the city to her farm, where they take care of the animals, plant the fruits and vegetables, and sing and dance together! Link available 10am Wed., Jul. 8 through 9pm Tues., Jul. 14 (R)

Todd Downing: LiveTodd offers an interactive program called Tall Tales and Silly Songs for all ages, where children are moving, singing, laughing and learning. Access the link to the program at 10am. 10-10:45am Wed., Jul. 15 (NR)

Farmer Dave from Animal Farm: LiveJoin Farmer Dave for an interactive live-stream concert for all ages. Farmer Dave engages viewers with original songs about learning, community, the environment and self-expression through the eyes of animals. Access the link to the program at 10am.10-10:45am Wed., Jul. 22 (NR)

Sticky Fingers Cooking Classes: LiveRelease your inner chef with the Sticky Fingers master cooking instructors! The link to the class and the grocery list will be emailed to registered participants on Tuesday before the class. Valid email address is required. Ela Library card required.Thurs., Jul. 16 ages 4-6 at 10am or 3pmThurs., Jul. 23 ages 7-12 at 10am or 3pmThurs., Jul. 30 families at 10am or 3pm (R)

Realistic Owls: Drawing Program with Christine Thornton: PrerecordedWe’ll warm up by drawing owl eyes. Then, you’ll choose your favorite owl to make into a final drawing. This online class includes an instructional video, and a chance to connect with the teacher and classmates on Facebook. A link will be sent to your email and will be available for use for a week. Link available 10am Thurs., Jul. 16 through 9pm Wed., Jul. 22 ages 9 and up (R)

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