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THE
Summer
Summer 2015
2015
NorthlakePublic
PublicLibrary
LibraryDistrict
DistrictNewsletter
Newsletter
Northlake
NPLD
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N. WolfPublic
Rd, Northlake,
IL 60164
Northlake
Library District
231 N. Wolf Rd. Northlake, IL 60164
(708) 562-2301
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www.northlakelibrary.org
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Inside this Issue
Summer Reading Programs Youth Programs Adult Programs
En Español
Teen Programs 1
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Library Closings
Friday & Saturday, July 3 & 4
Monday, September 7
Sundays: Closed for summer
Children’s Summer Reading Club
Pick up reading logs at our parking lot kickoff on Saturday, June 6, 12-2 p.m.
• Children who read over the summer are better prepared for the
following school year. Plus it’s a fun way to stay busy during the
break.
• All children from babies through grade 8 are encouraged to join our
summer reading club.
• All participants who complete 10 hours of reading will receive a
summer reading T-shirt and an invitation to a pizza party at the end of
the program. Turn in finished reading logs at the Youth Desk.
• Reading may take place anywhere, not just at the library. Children
who don’t yet read may be read to.
• You must register separately from the Reading Club for all other
classes and special events such as Storytime or Reading Buddies.
Register online or at the library starting Monday, June 1, at 9:00 a.m.
• The last day to turn in completed reading logs is Friday, July 24.
Adult & Teen Summer Reading Challenge
Teens and Adults who read 6 books and turn in their
punch card by July 25th will receive a special T-shirt and
an invitation to a wrap up party at the end of the program.
PLUS other weekly prizes. Pick up a reading punch card
at the Adult Reference desk and spread the word.
Our Library Serves
Northlake, Stone Park and unincorporated
Leyden Township
Library Hours
M-Th
9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
F-Sat
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sun
Closed
24-hour Bookdrop
Located on the northeast corner of the
building.
Library Board Meetings
Every third Thursday of the month at 6:30
p.m. Public is welcome.
Board Members
Amanda Efta
Aracely Gutierrez
Orlando Rivera
Barb Salo
Maureen Sydor
Renee Wright
Celebrate the beginning of our Summer Reading
Program with:
Hot dogs, snow cones, and cotton candy.
Raffle baskets, games, and face painting.
AND MORE!
Kids
• Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise stated
Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers
Itsy Bitsy Storytime
For ages 6 months to 2 years with a
parent or adult caregiver. Itsy Bitsy
Storytime features stories, songs, and
action rhymes.
Wednesdays, 9:30-10 a.m.
June 17 and 24; July 1, 8, 15 and 22
OR Thursdays, 6:30-7 p.m., June 18
and 25; July 2, 9, 16 and 23.
Limit 12 pairs.
Cuéntame un Cuento
Clase en español para niños entre 3
y 5 años. Disfruta de historias dichas
en español, practica habilidades de
alfabetización temprana y diviértete
haciendo simples manualidades.
Lunes, 11-11:40 a.m., Junio 15, 22 y
29; Julio 6, 13, y 20.
Limite 20.
Preschool Storytime
For ages 3-5. Storytime is an excellent
way to introduce your preschooler to
books and early literacy skills while
having fun in a small group. Children
will enjoy stories, fingerplays, and
simple crafts.
Choose one session:
Tuesdays, 10:30-11:10 a.m. OR
Tuesdays 2-2:40 p.m., June 16, 23
and 30; July 7, 14 and 21.
Limit 20.
SpecialSchoolers
Events
Middle
Comix Crew
For grades 6-8. If you love comic
books, then this is the program for
you! Read one of two graphic novels
each week, then join us for some
book-related fun and a snack.
Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m., June 16 and 30;
July 14.
Limit 12.
Wee Sing
For grades 6-8. Come make a mess
at the library this summer, and pick
up some facts to impress your friends
at the same time. We will be making
tie-dye, breaking eggs, and building
our own batteries all in the name of
science.
Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. June 23; July 7
and 21.
Limit 24.
Youth
(YAB)
For families with children ages 0-5.
Storytime set to music that will include
lots of singing and movement.
Advisory
Board
For grades 6-8. Want a say in what
happens at your library? Then come
to Youth Advisory Board (YAB) to
help us plan future library programs
and prepare for the Summer Reading
finale party.
Mondays, 10:00-10:30 a.m., June 15,
22 and 29; July 6, 13 and 20.
Limit 30.
Preschool Art
Thursdays, 2-3 p.m., June 18 and 25;
July 2, 9, 16 and 23.
No limit.
For ages 3-5. Fun, process-driven art
just for preschoolers.
Mondays, 2-2:30 p.m., June 15, 22
and 29; July 6, 13 and 20.
Limit 20.
Geek Camp
Special Events
Primary and Intermediate Grades
Book Bites
For grades 4 and up. We will be
reading The Fourteenth Goldfish, by
Jennifer Holm, recreating experiments
from the book and enjoying easy-tomake snacks.
Mondays, 6-7:30 p.m., June 15, 22
and 29; July 6, 13 and 20.
Limit 20.
DIY Board Game Design
For grades 4 and up. Plan, design and
make your own board game. We will
end with a tournament and party.
Reading Buddies
For grades 1-3 AND middle school
volunteers. This program pairs primary
grade students with middle school
volunteers who will practice reading
and do group activities together.
Readers of all levels are welcome.
Volunteers must complete an
orientation session at 2 p.m. on
Monday, June 15, before sessions
begin. Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m., June
17 and 24; July 1, 8, 15 and 22.
Limit 20 each group.
Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m., June
17 and 24; July 1, 8, 15 and 22.
Limit 20.
Drop-in Legos
Science Explorers
Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m., June
18 and 25; July 2, 9, 16 and 23.
No limit.
For grades K-2. Hands-on, simple
experiments and games that make
science fun.
For ages 6 and up. Bring your
imagination and build something with
our collection of Legos.
Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m., June 18
and 25; July 2, 9, 16 and 23.
Limit 24.
Mad Scientists
Make & Take Crafts
Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m., June 17
and 24, July 1, 8, 15 and 22.
Limit 24.
Fridays, 10:30-11:30 a.m., June 19
and 26; July 17 and 24.
For grades 3-6. Explore slightly
challenging science concepts with fun,
hands-on activities.
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For ages 6 and up. We will feature a
different craft each week along with
an opportunity to create with Perler
Beads™.
This summer, the Northlake Library will once again be a Kids Café site.
Kids Café is a summer food program sponsored by the Greater Chicago
Food Depository. Meals are funded by the Summer Food Service Program
of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the program is administered
by the Illinois State Board of Education.
Lunch will be provided at no cost to all children up to age 18 on
Mondays–Fridays, 12–1 p.m., from June 8–August 7.
Este verano, la biblioteca pública de Northlake va a proveer un Kids
Café/Café para Niños, un programa de comida del Greater Chicago
Food Depository. Las comidas son financiadas por el United States
Department of Agriculture y administrado por el Illinois State Board of
Education.
Almuerzos gratis van a estar disponibles para todos los niños 18 años
o menos de lunes a viernes, 12–1 p.m., 8 junio–7 agosto.
Field Trip to Lincoln Park Zoo
For grades 1-8. Home to about 1,100 animals from 200 species,
Chicago’s Lincoln Park Zoo is an animal adventure in the heart of the city.
Transportation to and from the zoo will be provided by First Student Bus
Company. Limit 40.
In-person only registration begins Monday, June 29. A parent or legal
guardian must sign a permission slip and submit a $5 refundable
deposit for each child attending.
Friday, July 10, 9:15-3:30 p.m.
Adults
• Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise stated
Community Book Club
The Community Book Club meets the
third Tuesday of each month. Pick up
your copy at the reference desk.
Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m.
June 16 and July 21
Spanish
Month
Book
of
the
¿Hablas español? Are you trying to
improve your Spanish skills, or simply
keep in practice? Pick up the Spanish
book of the month from the reference
desk.
June-August
Cookbook Book Club
We’ll pick a cookbook, you’ll select
and make a recipe, and then we’ll all
get together to share and enjoy our
creations! Pick up your copy of the
book and claim your recipe at the
reference desk.
Thursdays, 7-8 p.m.
June 11 and July 9
Resume Builder
Adult Literacy Program
comes to Northlake
Literacy Volunteers of Western
Cook County (lvwcc.org) are looking
to expand their personal tutoring
program at Northlake. If you would
like to volunteer as a tutor, or you
would like to improve your reading,
math, or English skills, please contact
the library at 708-562-2301.
The Friends of the Library
Make our community a better place.
Volunteer your time and talents to
support the library with exciting
fundraising projects.
Thursdays, 7-8 p.m.
June 25 and July 23
Red Cross Blood Drive
Be a superhero for a day. Schedule
your blood donation appointment at
the Adult Reference Desk throughout
the month of June.
Thursday,
July 2, 3-7 p.m.
Bring a copy of your most recent
resume, or start from scratch. Either
way we will help you build the best
possible resume to land that job.
Thursdays, 10-11 a.m.
June 4, July 2, and August 6
One Job at a Time: FREE
Job Skills Training Class
The Walmart Foundation and SER
Jobs for Progress can help you
prepare to take the NRF-Customer
Service and NWRC certification
exams. Participants attend weekly
classes and the instructor provides
a one-on-one evaluation of their
resume and makes personalized
recommendations for the job-hunting
process.
Exams only offered in English. Must
have basic English proficiency.
Seniors
Looking for some healthier snacking
alternatives? Join us to learn how to
make healthy snacks as well as taste
some samples.
Tuesday, June 16, 2-3 p.m.
DIY Candle Lamps
Create fun and easy decorative candle
lamps using a variety of techniques
and applications including using wine
glasses and scrapbook paper. These
lamps can be used as part of a table
setting or anywhere in your home!
Computer Classes
All of our computer classes will be
offered 1 on 1 over the summer. Classes are 1 hour long and daytime,
evening, and weekend hours are
available. Call 708-562-2301 to
schedule your class today!
Available Classes
Basic Classes: Computer Basics,
Internet, Word, and PowerPoint.
Intermediate Classes: Excel, Pinterest,
Pixlr, Publisher, and Resumes.
Drop in eReader Help
Make a half-hour appointment any time
to discover how to use your Kindle or
iPad to download library ebooks.
Clases de Conversación
Disfrute un café o té y practique su
inglés cada jueves. Conversa con
estudiantes de inglés y hablantes
nativos. Los temas cambian cada
semana para aprender vocabulario.
Clases de Computación
Beer Tasting
The Midwest is famous for its local
craft brews. Come taste a sample
of what the area has to offer. 21+
Tuesday, July 14, 7-8 p.m.
Jewelry Making
Choose from an assortment of beads
and findings to create your own style
of earrings, bracelets or necklaces.
Discover how easy it is to design
and make your own jewelry. No
experience is necessary. All materials
are provided.
Tuesday, July 28, 7-8 p.m.
Summer Tea
Come cool off and get together for a
relaxing afternoon of iced tea along
with a variety of refreshing desserts
and fresh fruits.
Friday, July 17, 2-3 p.m.
iPads & Apps
Whether you are new to iPads or want
to learn more about their features and
capabilities, this is your chance! Space
is limited.
Tuesday, June 30, 2-3 p.m.
Tuesday, July 7, 2-3 p.m.
All about Scanning
Learn the various components and
capabilities of our scanner including
how to scan, fax and email documents
with this hands-on class. Space is
limited.
Friday, August 21, 2-3 p.m.
En Español/ Bilingüe
Martes, 6-7 p.m., junio-agosto
Wednesday, 7-8 p.m., June 10-July
22
Healthy Snacks
Tech Skills
Todas nuestras clases serán ofrecidas
de uno a uno (estudiante y maestro)
durante todo el verano. La clase
durara una hora en la mañana, tarde
o fin de semana dependiendo a su
disponibilidad. Por favor llame 708562-2301 para reservar su cita hoy.
Clases Disponibles
Computación Básica, Internet Básico,
Word Básico, y PowerPoint Básico.
DAPA Taller
Este taller tendrá abogados que
ayudarán a llenar las formas de Acción
Diferida paso por paso. Después del
taller, si los participantes quieren que
revisen sus aplicaciones, pueden
entregarlas por el honorario de $100.
Esto no es requerido. Por favor traigan
documentos necesarios al taller
para realizar la aplicación de Acción
Diferida. Se requiere inscribirse.
Martes, el 23 de junio, 7 p.m.
Club de Libro
¿Le gustaría leer un buen libro? ¿Le
gusta la literatura española? No se le
olvide de recoger el libro del mes en
español. Pídalo lo en el escritorio de
referencia.
Aprender el Ingles
Si le interesa mejorar su íngles,
tenemos tutores para ayudarle.
Los tutores de Literacy Volunteers
of Western Cook County pueden
reunirse en la biblioteca para ayudarle
con su íngles. Por favor llame al
escritorio de los servicios para adultos
para más información.
Hi!
One Job at a Time:
Una clase GRATIS de
Habilidades de Trabajo
Walmart Foundation y SER Jobs for
Progress le ayudarán a prepararse para
realizar los exámenes de certificación
NRF y NWRC. Los participantes
asisten a clases semanales y el
instructor ofrecerá una evaluación de
su resumen y hará recomendaciones
personalizadas para el proceso de
búsqueda de empleo.
Sólo se ofrece los exámenes en Inglés.
Debe tener competencia básica de Inglés.
Miercoles, 7-8 p.m., junio 10-julio 22
Campaña de Donación de
Sangre
¡Sea un superhéroe por un día!
Apunténse para donar sangre durante
el mes de junio en el segundo piso.
Jueves, el 2 de julio, 3-7 p.m.
Junio-augusto
Friday, August 7, 2-3 p.m.
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Northlake, IL
IL 60164
60164
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RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER
Teens
• Grades 9-12
Teen Nights are moving to Thursday!!! We’ll have something fun to do EVERY Thursday from 6:30-8 p.m.
Open Mic Night
The stage is yours every first Thursday of the
month. Come and share poetry, songs, rap battle
or comedy skits. Or just come and be a spectator.
Refreshments will be served. Space is limited, so
sign soon to show off your talent.
DID
YOU
KNOW?
Laptops are available for use at
the library
Now offering free notary
services, please call ahead
Thursdays, June 4, July 2 and August 6
Gaming, gaming and more gaming, that’s what you
get when you come to the Gamers Batcave aka
the lower level of the library over the summer.
Mondays, June 8-August 10, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Superhero Gadgets
Create, relax and enjoy fresh coffee and treats
in our new Artist’s Cafe. Bring in your own art
project to work on or start a new one with our craft
supplies. Let your creative juices flow!
Make a mini version of Hawkeye’s Crossbow, a
bionic ear that will give you super hearing abilities
or even a ninja throwing star. You can make all of
these items and more with things found around
your house. Check out our program so you can
figure out how to make your own gadgets.
Open Gaming
Comic Junkies
Artists Cafe
Thursdays, June 11, July 9 and August 13
Thursdays, June 18 and August 20
Retro Gaming
Come in and get all of the free gaming you can
handle, play the WiiU or the Xbox. Have a 3DS
match-up with your friends. You can even go retro
and play some old-fashioned board games. The
night is yours!
Thursday, July 16
We offer 3D printing services
(.10 a gram)
YuGiOh!!!
Free printer cartridge recycling
Saturday, 2-4 p.m., June 6 and August 1
Banner printing services are
now available, ask upstairs.
Gamers Batcave
YuGiOh card tournaments are for all ages. No
registration is required.
Thursday, June 25
Discuss all things fanboy or fangirl and come to our
Comic Junkie program. Bring your own comics
and graphic novels or check out some here at the
library. Come prepared to discuss exciting topics,
such as who would win in battle: Iron Man or
Batman? Superman or Captain America? Wonder
Woman or Ms. Marvel? Also get info on the latest
graphic novel releases and comic titles.
Thursday, July 23
Teen Iron Chef
Show off your cooking skills and battle for
greatness! Compete with other teens to see who
will wow the judges. Do you have what it takes to
be the Teenage Iron Chef of Northlake?
Thursday, July 30