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What’s Happening @

The Elmwood Park Public Library Hours: Mon-Thurs 9-9, Fri-Sat 9-5, Sun 1-5 (Closed Memorial-Labor Days)

The Library?

There’s an App for that!

Did you know that you can take your library with you wherever you go? Now the

Elmwood Park Public Library has an app available for your smartphone or device. Just

visit your App store and search for “Elmwood Park Public Library” and download the app!

Once installed you can access the SWAN Catalog to search for books, check out eBooks

and Audio books, and see what programs are happening at the Library!

Au

gust

2012

Database of the Month

Summer Reading Comes to an End

The last day of summer reading is Saturday, August 4! So kids make sure you visit us in

person to log your books, and teens & adults visit the website to review your books!

The Adult Department will be celebrating with their Potluck Party on Monday, August 6 @

7:00 p.m. Summer Reading participants should bring some food and see if you win one of

the three summer reading raffles!

The Children’s Department will be celebrating with the magic, puppets, and comedy of the

Mr. E & Maggie Show on Saturday, August 4. Come @ 11:00 a.m. or @ 1:00 p.m.

Register for the Show starting August 1.

The Young Adult program will be celebrating with their annual Pool Party on Saturday,

August 11 @ 6:00p.m. Please RSVP with your pizza choice, then bring your pool party

ticket to get into the pool for some food and fun.

Vacation Bags

Summer is almost over but it’s not too late to go on vacation!

If you’re going on a trip with kids, fill out our Vacation Bag

form at the Youth Services Desk and we’ll put together a bag of

books and movies, along with a video camera and DVD player

for your kids to enjoy for the length of your vacation.

Gale Travel Guides

Going on vacation and need to plan

your trip? Or maybe you’re already

there and need to look something up?

Our Gale Travel Guides database will help!

Gale Travel Guides has access to numerous travel guides from both DK Eyewitness

Travel and Rough Guides. Locations covered are the U.S., Canada, Mexico and

parts of the Caribbean.

When perusing the database from your computer or device, you can view the text

version or the pdf of the actual guide. There is also the option to download the pdf

to your eReader, so you can take the information with you without having to pack

the actual book!

Other features include the option to listen to the guidebook while in the database or

download the mp3 to listen later, as well as options to print or save to your

computer.

Does this database sound helpful?

If so, check out Gale Travel Guides on

the database page on the Library’s website:

http://www.elmwoodparklibrary.org/

databases.htm

If you access Gale Travel Guides from home, just remember to have your

Elmwood Park Library Card on hand so you can log in with your barcode number!

Elmwood Park Public Library

1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park, IL 60707

Phone (708) 453-7645, Fax (708) 453-4671

www.elmwoodparklibrary.org

http://www.elmwoodparklibrary.org/databases.htm

http://www.elmwoodparklibrary.org/databases.htm

What’s Happening @ Teen Department

Gaming Programs

EP Arena (Grades 6-12)

Mondays @ 4:00 -6:00 p.m. Come play video games or board games!

Dungeons & Dragons (Grades 7 & up)

Thursday, August 16 @ 5:30-8:30 p.m. Join us for a casual D&D campaign. (Please register!)

Dungeons & Dragons Encounters (Grades 7 & up)

Saturdays, August 11, 18 & 25 @ 1:00-4:00 p.m. Fight! Fight! Fight! Bring one Level 1 character to

gain fighting experience, treasure, and XP!

16+ Gaming (for ages 16 & up)

Tuesdays @ 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Come play video, board, or card games!

Magic the Gathering (Ages 10 & up)

Wednesdays @ 4:00-6:00 p.m. Play the popular trading card game.

August 1 - Open play

August 8 - M13 booster tournament $12.00

August 15 - Open play

August 22 - Standard Tournament

August 29 - EDH Tournament

Yu Gi Oh! (Ages 10 & up)

Thursdays, August 2, 9, 23, 30 @ 4:00-6:00 p.m. Play the popular trading card game. Free open play.

No Yu-Gi-Oh! on August 16.

Have you tried one of our book bundles?

What is a book bundle? We pick a theme,

then choose 3 books with that theme to

bundle together. We usually take a newer

book and pair it with some similar, older

books that you might not know about but we

know you’ll love!

Just look for the bundles on the display cart

in the back of the Young Adult section!

Don’t see one with the theme you want? Just

ask us and we’ll create one for you!

Did you know we have a Teen Literary

Magazine? Issue #1 came out in the spring.

We are now taking submissions for Issue #2

until September 24.

What can you submit? We will take stories,

poems, artwork, photography, and book/movie/

music reviews. Questions? Just ask Kim.

EPilogue: Teen Lit Mag

Book Bundles

Teen Programs

Club Fold ’Em (Grades 4-8)

Wednesday, August 1 @ 1:00-2:30 p.m. Join us for paper folding fun and make your

own art!

Design Your Own Comic Book (Ages 12-18)

Thursday, August 2 @ 6:30-8:30 p.m. Learn to draw your own comics with profes-

sional artist Christine Thornton.

Ages 12-18. (Please register!)

Thursday Night Movies (Grades 7-12)

August 9 @ 7:00 p.m: Thor August 23 @ 7:00 p.m: Captain America

Summer Reading Party The last day to turn in your cards for Summer

Reading is August 4!

If you turned in all 3 cards, then join us for our

Summer Reading Pool Party on Saturday,

August 11 @ 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Please register!)

What’s Happening @ Adult Department

Do you like trivia? Do you like drinking? Do you like friendly competition for prizes?

Then stop by the Circle Inn on Tuesday, August 28 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.

We are taking the Library over to the Circle Inn for our very first Trivia

Night. Bring your team of no more than four to compete. There will be

five rounds of questions for scoring points. The team with the most points

at the end of the night wins prizes!

So join us for some challenging casual fun! Please be sure to register so we

know how many to plan for. We’ll see you on August 28 at the Circle Inn (7707 W. Westwood Drive)!

Trivia Night

New DVDs @ Adult Department Check out some of the new DVDs that are hitting our shelves in the next couple of weeks.

New Music

New Kid & Teen Books Check out some of the books that are new or coming soon to the Library shelves!

Don’t forget to place a hold for your copy today!

Picture Books

Teen Fiction

New Books @ Adult Department

Check out some of the books that are new or coming soon to the Library shelves!

Don’t forget to place a hold for your copy today!

Non-Fiction

Fiction

Graphic Novels

Fiction Grades 3-6

Adult Department Programs

Movie Madness!

Wednesday Matinees @ 1:30 p.m.

August 1: Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows August 8: Salmon Fishing in the Yemen August 15: Lockout August 22: This Means War August 29: Wrath of the Titans

General Programs

Yoga Moves for Adults & Kids

Wednesday, August 1 @ 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 8 @ 7:00 p.m. Brian Coglianese from PS Yoga will visit the

Library to lead an active Yoga program with a

Hip Hop soundtrack. This event is open to

adults and kids.

Knitting Club

Thursday, August 2 @ 12:00 p.m. Come knit and talk about books, movies and

whatever else is going on!

Summer Reading Potluck

Monday, August 6 @ 7:00 p.m. The Winners of the Adult Summer Reading

Program will be announced and those

participating in the recipe competition will

bring their dish for judging. Be sure to make

your best dish if you want to participate!

Henna Body Painting for Adults & Teens

Thursday, August 23 @ 7:00 p.m. Learn this traditional Asian body art. Henna

is a safe plant dye skin decoration that will last

for 2-3 weeks on skin. There will be NO

artist present, you must do your own skin

decorations! In the basement community

room.

Getting Started with eReaders

Saturday, August 25 @ 10:00 a.m. Bring your eReaders and your questions to

this Q&A session with Dan. Dan will help

you with downloading eBooks from the

Library and figuring out how to use your

eReader.

Film Lover’s Friday @ 1:30 p.m.

August 3: Wonder Boys August 10: True Romance August 17: The Library is Closed today!!! August 24: Mary and Max August 31: Death to Smoochy

Book Clubs

Book Club for Moms (& others)

Monday, August 20 @ 10:00 a.m. Calling all Moms! Come join us in a discussion

of the book "The Irresistible Henry House" by

Lisa Grunwald at Sweet & Simple Bakery in

Elmwood Park, located at 12 West Conti Pkwy.

Get yourself a treat and discuss this fascinating

book! Note: You do not have to be a mom to

join this book club--all adults are welcome!

Book Discussion: The Flame Alphabet

Tuesday, August 21 @ 7:00 p.m. Discuss the 4th novel from author Ben Marcus:

“The Flame Alphabet.” An intellectual thriller,

the novel begs the question of how far would we

go and what sorrows would we endure to protect

our families. (At the Library)

Book Discussion: Little Bee

Monday, August 27 @ 7:00 p.m. Join in this discussion with Liz of the book

"Little Bee" by Chris Cleave. Ask at the circula-

tion desk for a copy!

Story Times

Moms & Tots Lap Sit

Wednesdays @ 9:30 a.m. Stories, songs, and movement for the very

young. Ages 0-2.

Drop-in Story Time

Mondays @ 11:00-11:30 a.m. Enjoy a half hour of your favorite stories!

Ages 2-5.

Saturday Morning Stories

Saturday, August 11 @ 11:00-11:30 a.m. Come one, come all for a special drop in story

time on Saturday! All ages welcome!

Drop-in Story Time in the Park! (DI)

Tuesdays @ 11:00-11:30 a.m.

Aug 7 - Central Park (Fullerton & 75th Ave.)

Aug 14 - Triangle Park (Diversey & 77th Ave.)

Aug 21 - Kathy Torpe Park (Fullerton & 76th Ave.)

Aug 28 - Triangle Park (Diversey & 77th Ave.)

Enjoy stories, songs, games and fun in the park! If

the weather is doubtful, call the library! Ages 2-5.

Story Time in the Park!

Cuentos de Falda (DI)

Thursdays @ 10:15-10:45 a.m. Our Moms & Tots lap sit class in Spanish!

Ages 0-2.

Cuentame un Cuento (RR)

Tuesdays @ 10:00-10:45 a.m.

Stories, songs & activities for preschoolers in

Spanish! Ages 2-5.

Spanish Story Times

If registration is required.

Drop-in Story Times

Registered Story Times Sign-ups begin on August 1! Sign up online,

in person at the library, or call us!

Sign Language Story Time

Tuesday, August 7 @ 4:00-4:45 p.m. Learn the magic of a new language all with your

hands! Stories, songs, and craft. Ages 4-8.

Circus Day Story Time

Thursday, August 16 @ 4:00-4:45 p.m. Come one, come all! Enjoy circus stories, and

a craft! Ages 4-8.

Superman Story Time

Tuesday, August 14 @ 4:00-4:45 p.m. The Man of Steel will save the day! Enjoy Su-

perman stories and craft. Ages 4-8.

Birds of a Feather Story Time Tuesday, August 28 @ 4:00-4:45 p.m. Birds of a feather flock together, so flock with

us for stories, and a craft! Ages 4-8.

Zoo Day Story Time Thursday, August 30 @ 4:00-4:45 p.m. Let’s explore the zoo with stories, songs and a

craft. Ages 4-8.

Computer Classes Powerpoint 2010

Wednesday, August 22 @ 7:00 p.m. Join Garrett in this beginners class devoted to

MS Powerpoint 2010. Learn how to create

slides, insert pictures, and add transitions and

animations. We will also go over some tips to

make your slide shows and presentations look

more professional, as well as some common mis-

takes to avoid.

Facebook

Thursday, August 23 @ 2:00 p.m. Start using the popular social networking site to

connect with friends, play games, or promote

your business in this beginner's class with Dan.

Blogging 101

Friday, August 24 @ 2:00 p.m.

Join Garrett in a beginners class discussing the

basics of maintaining and updating a blog. All of

the major web-based blogging tools will be cov-

ered, as well as tips on keeping your blog up-to-

date and how to generate traffic.

Facebook

Saturday, August 25 @ 2:00 p.m. Come to this class with Liz to create a Facebook

account, or just to learn more about this social

networking site.

Advanced Google

Tuesday, August 28 @ 2:00 p.m.

Rebecca will show you how to use the more ad-

vanced features of Google, including Google

Maps, Google Translate, Google Images, and

many more!

Making Fliers in Word 2010

Wednesday, August 29 @ 7:00 p.m.

Molly shows how to combine words and pictures

to create posters and fliers using Microsoft Word

2010. Microsoft Word has several image editing

tools and a variety of fonts to make an eye-

catching handout. Basic knowledge of Microsoft

Word is expected.

Beginner’s Week Boot Camp

Mon-Thurs, August 6-9 @ 7:00 p.m. Learn the basics of computers in this four day

class with Molly.

Google It!


Dan will teach you the basics of using the

popular search engine Google in this hands-on

beginner's class.

Internet 101

Saturday, August 11 @ 2:00 p.m. What is the Internet? How is it structured?

How can you discover authorship of websites?

Answers to these questions and much more will

be covered in this class. Designed for beginners,

join Garrett as he discusses how to empower

oneself to make decisions about content and

security in an online environment.

Excel 2010 Basics

Monday, August 13 @ 2:00 p.m.

Boost your resume and gain computer

experience in this Excel basics course with

Rebecca. We will cover basic spreadsheet

navigation, formatting, and create simple

formulas in this beginner's class.

Email


Come to this class with Liz to sign up for a gmail

account, and learn about different features of

email that you didn't know about!

Word 2010 Basics

Monday, August 20 @ 2:00 p.m.

Learn some of the basics of Word 2010 in this

beginner’s course with Jason.

Saving to Your Computer & USB


Learn the basics of saving various files to a

computer and USB flash drive with Molly.

Includes explanation of what files are and your

best options for portable saving.

Children’s Programs

Club Fold ‘Em! (DI)

Wednesday, August 1 @ 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Join us for paper folding fun and make your own art!

Grades 4-8.

Design Your Own Comic Book (RR)

Thursday, August 2nd @ 4:00-5:30 p.m.

Learn the ins and outs of creating your own comic book

with professional artist Christine Thornton. Ages 7-11.

Library Olympics (RR)

Monday, August 6 @ 3:00-5:00 p.m. (Ages 6-9)

Wednesday, August 8 @ 3:00-5:00 p.m. (Ages 10-14)

Compete in your own Olympic Games right here at the

library! Puzzles, games, and races to win the gold medal.

Magnus Magic! (RR)

Thusday, August 9 @ 4:00-4:45 p.m.

Hear a magical story or two and watch our very own Mag-

nus the Magnificent perform a magic show for you!

Ages 3 & up.

General Programs

LEGO Club (RR)

Monday, August 13 @ 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Join us for tons of LEGO fun. We’ll supply the LEGOs!

Grades K-5.

Ride the Horse (DI)

Wednesday, August 15 @ 4:00-4:30 p.m.

Come ride the horse! All ages welcome.

Saturday Movie Matinee: Pixar’s Up (DI)

Saturday, August 18 @ 2:00-4:00 p.m.

The Disney/Pixar movie that will make you laugh and cry!

All ages welcome.

Repurposed T-Shirts (RR)

Thursday, August 16 @ 4:00-4:45 p.m.

Recycling is all the rage! Take those old shirts and turn

them into something new! Grades 2-5.

Paper Model Club: Tikis (RR)

Monday, August 27 @ 4:00-4:45 p.m.

Learn the ancient art of paper folding and making awe-

some stuff! This month’s theme is Island Tikis.

Grades 2-5.

Summer Reading 2012: Superheroes Powered by Books!

Summer Reading is almost over!

Your very last chance to log your books is August 4.

Celebrate the end of Summer Reading with our annual party!

There will be two shows to choose from this year, so pick one and enjoy!

Mr. E & Maggie Magic and Puppet Show!

Show #1: Saturday, August 4 @ 11:00 a.m.

Show #2: Saturday, August 4 @ 1:00 p.m.

Programs with DI are Drop-In and do not require registration.

Programs with RR require registration.

Register online, in person, or call us starting August 1.

Registration for the

Mr. E & Maggie Show

begins August 1.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1

1:00 PM • Club Fold ‘Em

1:30 PM • Movie Matinee:

Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows

4:00 PM • Magic the Gathering

7:00 PM • Yoga Moves

for Adults & Kids

2

9:30 AM • Cuentos de Falda

12:00 PM • Knitting Club

4:00 PM • Yu-Gi-Oh!

4:00 PM • Design your own Comic

Book Ages 7-11

6:30 PM • Design your own Comic

Book Ages 12-18

3

1:30 PM • Film Lover’s Friday:

Wonder Boys

4

10:00 AM • Advanced Google

11:00 AM • Summer Reading Party:

Mr. E & Maggie Show

1:00 PM • Summer Reading Party:

Mr. E & Maggie Show

Summer Reading Ends!

5

Library is Closed

6

11:00 AM • Drop-in Story Time

3:00 PM • Library Olympics (Ages 6-9)

4:00 PM • EP Arena for Teens

7:00 PM • Beginner’s Week

Computer Boot Camp

7:00 PM • Adult Summer Reading

Potluck Party

7:00 PM • Friends of the Library

Meeting

7

10:00 AM • Cuentame un Cuento

11:00 AM • Drop-in Story Time in

Central Park

2:00 PM • Google It!

4:00 PM • Sign Language Story Time

7:00 PM • 16+ Gaming


Computer Boot Camp

8

9:30 AM • Moms & Tots Lap Sit


Salmon Fishing in the Yemen

3:00 PM • Library Olympics (Ages 10-14)


7:00 PM • Yoga Moves

for Adults & Kids

7:00 PM • Beginner’s Week Computer

Boot Camp

9



4:00 PM • Magnus Magic

6:30 PM • YA Movie: Thor


Computer Boot Camp

10


True Romance

11

11:00 AM • Saturday Morning Stories

1:00 PM • Dungeons & Dragons

Encounters

2:00 PM • Internet 101

6:00 PM • Young Adult Summer

Reading Pool Party

12

Library is Closed

13


2:00 PM • Excel 2010 Basics

4:00 PM • LEGO Club


14



Triangle Park

2:00 PM • Email

4:00 PM • Superman Story Time


15



Lockout

4:00 PM • Ride the Horse


16


4:00 PM • Circus Day Stories


7:00 PM • Library Board Meeting

17

Staff Development Day

Library is Closed

18

2:00 PM • Saturday Movie Matinee:

Pixar’s Up


Encounters

19

Library is Closed

20

10:00 AM • Book Club for Moms:

@ Sweet & Simple Bakery



2:00 PM • Word 2010 Basics

21



Kathy Torpe Park

2:00 PM • Saving to Your Computer

and USB Device


7:00 PM • Book Discussion:

The Flame Alphabet

22



This Means War


7:00 PM • PowerPoint 2010

23


2:00 PM • Facebook


4:00 PM • Repurposed T-Shirts

6:30 PM • YA Movie:

Captain America

7:00 PM • Henna Body Painting

for Teens & Adults

24


Mary and Max

2:00 PM • Blogging 101

25

10:00 AM • Getting Started with

eReaders


Encounters

2:00 PM • Facebook

26

Library is Closed 27



4:00 PM • Paper Model Club: Tikis

7:00 PM • Book Discussion:

Little Bee

28



Triangle Park

2:00 PM • Advanced Google

4:00 PM • Birds of a Feather

Story Time


29



Wrath of the Titans


7:00 PM • Making Fliers in

Microsoft Word 2010

30


4:00 PM • Zoo Day Story Time


31


Death to Smoochy

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