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| Discussion Groups |
| Writers Group |
| 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month |
10 a.m.-2 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| Members share knowledge and constructive critiques. Please bring a page of your writing to each meeting. |
| Book Film Discussion Group |
| 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month |
6:45 p.m. |
Rasmussen North |
| Join this group for lively film and book discussions. View the movie at the first meeting and discuss the book and film at the second. There is no December meeting. January’s title is Sense and Sensibility. Fee: $25 (includes books). |
| Book Discussion Group |
| 3rd Tuesday of each month |
10-11:30 a.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| 3rd Thursday of each month |
7:30-9 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| 4th Tuesday of each month |
1:30-3 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| Choose one of the above days to discuss the month'’s choice. The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak is January’s selection. There is no December meeting. Fee: $25 for the books. |
| Great American Movies |
| 3rd Wednesday of each month |
6:45 p.m. |
Adult Classroom |
| This season’s theme will focus on baseball and football, two of America’s favorite pastimes. January’s movie is Invincible. There is no December meeting. No fee for this group. |
| Polish Language Book Discussion |
| 2nd Wednesday of each month |
7:30-9 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| Participants read books in the Polish language and meet monthly for a discussion. Fee: $30 (includes books). |
| Current Events |
| 2nd Tuesday of each month |
10 a.m.-Noon |
Rasmussen South |
| Come for a cup of coffee and refreshments and join a lively discussion of local, national and international events with other interested men and women. Please note that this is a new day and room for this group. |
| Dann & Raymond’s Movie Club |
| Thursday, Dec. 3 |
7:30-9:30 p.m. |
Audiovisual Theatre |
| Thursday, Jan. 7 |
7:30-9:30 p.m. |
Audiovisual Theatre |
| No enrollment fees, just come and enjoy! Daily Herald film critic Dann Gire and award-winning author Raymond Benson present two more installments in their series of film discussions. Come for Gotta Sing, Gotta Dance—The Sound of Musicals on Dec. 3. Return for Director’s Showcase on Jan. 7. |
| Special Programs |
| Thanksgiving Floral Container |
| Monday, Nov. 23 |
6:30-7:30 p.m. or 8-9 p.m. |
Youth Services Craft Room |
| Peggy Garvin of Garvin Gardens will show you how to create a beautiful centerpiece for Thanksgiving using fresh flowers. Fee: $15 covers all supplies. |
| Classic Cookies from Decades Past |
| Tuesday, Dec. 1 |
7:30-9 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| Everyone remembers a recipe from a beloved family member, especially those associated with the holiday season. Cookbook Collector and librarian Amy Alessio will share photos and stories from cookbooks from 1940-1980 that evoke delicious memories from many cultures. Enjoy some sample holiday cookies and take home recipes. |
| Senior Volunteer Program In School District 54 |
| Thursday, Dec. 3 |
3-5 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| Discover the various ways you can enrich your life by enriching those of local school children in your community. Your life experiences and a desire to make a difference is all that is needed. Your reward will be linking with children and teachers, knowing you have made a positive difference. This introduction will provide an overview of the “Connecting Generations” program. |
| Appetizers and Hors d’Oeuvres |
| Monday, Dec. 7 |
7:30-9 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| Chef Lou Buchenot will demonstrate the art of making delicious appetizers for all your holiday events. Tasting included. |
| Holiday Ceramics |
| Wednesdays, Dec. 2 & 9 |
7-9:30 p.m. |
Youth Services Craft Room |
| Add a festive ceramic piece to your holiday décor or to give as a gift. Instructor Randy Skepnek will show you how to complete this project in this 2-part class. Fee: $15. |
| Holiday Centerpiece |
| Saturday, Dec. 5 |
1-2:30 p.m. |
Hoffman Estates Branch |
| Thursday, Dec. 10 |
7-8:30 p.m. |
Youth Services Craft Room |
| Sunday, Dec. 12 |
10:30 am - Noon |
Hanover Park Branch Library |
| Make a beautiful holiday centerpiece using fresh greens, glass balls, ribbons and a candle. Peggy Garvin of Garvin Gardens will instruct. Choose one of the above locations and times. Fee: $15 for all supplies. |
| Genealogy Group |
| Tuesday, Dec. 8 |
7:30 p.m. |
Adult Classroom |
| Participants will form break-out groups in order to share information on common genealogical topics. Groups will include Polish, Czech, German, Irish, British, Italian, Scandinavian and Colonial American. There will also be a Beginners Group as well as an all-purpose Troubleshooting Group. An Internet accessible computer will also be available in the room. Doors will open at 7 p.m. so participants can review materials. STDL Genealogist Tony Kierna will start the program at 7:30 p.m., followed by the breakout groups. For further information, contact Tony Kierna at (847) 923-3390. |
| Reducing Holiday Stress |
| Tuesday, Dec. 15 |
7:30-9 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| Too many commitments? Too much to do? Too little money? Learn how to take it all in stride. Begin 2010 energized instead of exhausted and stressed. Olivia Shelkey of Mentors for Changes will provide simple, inexpensive strategies to accomplish this goal. |
| Beginning Photography |
| Wednesday, Dec. 16 |
7:30-9 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| Learn how to use your camera to capture the best holiday pictures. Please bring your camera. Members of the Schaumburg Area Photographic Society will help you improve your photography skills. |
| Get Better Grades! |
| Monday, Jan. 11 |
7 p.m. |
Adult Classroom |
| Learn to use the library from home to get better grades, improve test scores and have more fun while learning. For parents, adult learners and students of all ages. Must have a valid STDL card to access resources from home. |
| Genealogy Group |
| Tuesday, Jan. 12 |
7:30-9:30 p.m. |
Adult Classroom |
| Guest speaker Craig Pfannkuche, president of Memory Trail Research Inc., will present “Interpreting Headstones.” Pfannkuche is also the Genealogical Archivist for the Chicago & Northwestern Railroad Historical Society and on the Board of Directors of McHenry County and Chicago’s genealogical societies. Doors will open at 7 p.m. so participants can review materials. STDL Genealogist Tony Kierna will start the program at 7:30, followed by the speaker at 8 p.m. For further information contact Tony Kierna at (847) 923-3390. |
| Blood Drive |
| Wednesday, Jan. 13 |
12:30-6:30 p.m. |
Youth Services Classroom |
| The Schaumburg Township District Library is joining forces with LifeSource to help replenish dangerously low blood supplies. Please consider donating, as LifeSource is in desperate need of blood for lifesaving transfusions. To donate you must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, be in good physical health and have not given blood in the past eight weeks. Donors may enter a drawing for a special prize. Sign up by calling (847) 923-3120. |
| Blogging 101 |
| Monday, Jan. 18 |
7 p.m. |
Adult Classroom |
| Create your own Web page using free blogging sites. Learn to add text, photos and videos to enhance your blog posts. Blogging is a great way for small businesses, non-profits and individuals to stay connected. |
| The World’s Four Greatest River Journeys |
| Tuesday, Jan. 19 |
7:30-9 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| Travel the Nile, Danube, Amazon and Yangtze with Bill Helmuth’s beautiful slide show and informative narrative. |
| Green Living |
| Wednesday, Jan. 20 |
7:30-9 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| Kay McKeen, Executive Director of SCARCE, will discuss ways that individuals and families can reduce their carbon footprint, be more socially involved with the community and positively impact the environment. |
| Soups for Winter Days |
| Monday, Jan. 25 |
7:30-9 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| Looking for new ideas for cool weather foods? Chef Lou Buchenot will share recipes for delicious soups that you can prepare this winter. Tasting and recipes included. |
| Job Hunting on the Internet |
| Monday, Jan. 25 |
7 p.m. |
Adult Classroom |
| Need new ideas and strategies for finding a job in today's market? We will take a look at some valuable Web sites and library resources to assist you in your job search. |
| Urban Worm Girl |
| Wednesday, Jan. 27 |
7:30-9 p.m. |
Rasmussen South |
| The Urban Worm Girl will show you how to set up and maintain a worm bin in your home. This is another way to reduce your carbon footprint and help our world. |
| Art Program: Caravaggio |
| Thursday, Jan. 28 |
7:30-9 p.m. |
YS Classroom |
| Michelle Paluch-Mishur of Art Excursions will highlight Caravaggio’s Supper at Emmaus, currently on loan from The National Gallery in London and displayed at the Art Institute. Paluch-Mishur will discuss many other works by the Italian Baroque master and talk about his exciting life and contribution to Baroque art. |
| Bus Trips |
| Holiday Shopping Trip |
| Friday, Dec. 4 |
8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. |
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| Travel to downtown Chicago to see all the holiday decorations and shop for special gifts. Motorcoach leaves from the central library. Fee: $20 for bus transportation. |
| The Merry Widow |
| Wednesday, Dec. 9 |
5:15-11:15 p.m. |
Lyric Opera of Chicago |
| Attend the world’s favorite romantic operetta. Hanna, the Merry Widow, is the nation's wealthiest citizen, but the economy rests on her marrying a “local” instead of a Frenchmen. Enjoy Franz Lehar’s glorious music. Motorcoach leaves from and returns to the central library. Fee: $73 for main floor ticket and transportation. |
| Audiovisual |
| Random Ringers |
| Monday, Dec. 14 |
7 p.m. |
Audiovisual Theatre |
| For the past 18 years, the Random Ringers have performed handbell music in the north and northwest suburbs. They ring a variety of secular, popular and religious pieces on Schulmerich handbells and Malmark choir chimes. This performance will mark their tenth appearance at the library. |
| Folk Song Treasures |
| Monday, Jan. 18 |
7 p.m. |
Audiovisual Theatre |
| Come and hear the timeless music of Poland, Czech Republic and Slovakia presented by accordionist/ vocalist Mazurka Wojciechowska. This dynamic artist is one of Chicago’s leading experts in Slavic folk music. Wearing colorful, authentic folk dress, she sings all songs in the original languages, providing translation and background information in English. |
