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Join the Barrington Area Library, Barrington 220 and the PTO President’s Council as the third annual One Book One Barrington reading event continues! March and April bring book discussions, community conversations, music, films and plenty of learning and enrichment for all ages. Resilience and relationships are our focus.

Programs take place at a variety of locations, from Barrington High School to The Annex to The Garlands. When requested, register through the library Web site: balibrary.org/OBOB. This partnership is made possible with the generous support of the Barrington 220 Educational Foundation and PTO President’s Council.

About the Book: Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand tells the true story of Louis Zamperini, a WWII airman and former US Olympic distance runner. After the crash of his B-24, Zamperini floated through the Pacific in a tiny life raft, ultimately traveling 2,000 miles before being captured and enduring Japanese prison camps for two years.

Unbroken Book Discussions Thursday, March 14, 7 PM Thursday, April 11, 1 PM Adults & young adults Register. Note location: Barrington High School Guidance Resource Center.

Conflict and Cooperation in the 21st Century Saturday, March 2, 2 PM Adults & young adults Former CNN correspondent Brian Jenkins discusses the root causes of conflict and explores how ordinary citizens can act to strengthen a civil society. Cosponsored with the Barrington Rotary Clubs. Register. Note location: Barrington High School Guidance Resource Center.

Special Needs and Building Resilience: Temple Grandin film and discussion Wednesday, March 13, 7 PM Adults & young adults OBOB presents the HBO film biography Temple Grandin.

Grandin, a woman with autism, overcame the limitations imposed on her by her condition to earn a Ph.D. and become an expert in the field of animal husbandry. Along with the movie, hear a brief presentation about resilience and children with special needs given by

members of Barrington Area Special Voices. Register. Note location: Barrington High School Auditorium.

Resilience in Real Life Saturday, March 30, 2 PM Adults & young adults OBOB teams up with the National Alliance on Mental

Illness to welcome speaker Toni Hoy. Hoy shares her family’s experiences in raising two children with mental illness, while looking at the differences between institutional long-term care and the smaller group home setting. Register. Note location: BHS Guidance Resource Center.

Swing It! OBOB Closing Dance and Concert Saturday, April 27, 7 PM All ages Let’s head back to the Swing Era and celebrate the end of One Book One Barrington! DeeDee Gallagher-Johnson from Bataille Academie of the Danse leads a fun swing dancing class and demonstration. After a short break for sweets and coffee, show off your moves on the dance floor while enjoying a live band. Cosponsored by The Garlands of Barrington and the Barrington Area Council on Aging (BACOA), along with our official 2013 sponsors and partners, District 220 and the PTO President’s Council.Register. Note location: The Garlands of Barrington.

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Second Fridays: Andrew Sisters Tribute by The Legacy GirlsFriday, March 8, 8 PM All ages Vocal trio The Legacy Girls boogie-woogies us back to the ‘30s and ‘40s with songs performed by The Andrews Sisters. Remember the music that uplifted and unified wartime America. Refreshments. Register. Meeting Room.

Scavenger Hunt Saturdays Saturday, March 9, 10 AM – 5 PM Saturday, April 13, 10 AM – 5 PM All ages Kids of all ages, visit the library with a parent or adult for a fun scavenger hunt! We’ll help you record an

interview with a friend or a family member, do a craft, and more. This activity helps to fulfill Girl Scout badge requirements. See your troop leader for more information. Register.

Community Conversation: ResilienceSaturday, March 16, 2 PM Adults & young adultsDiscussion leader Edith Maynard guides our conversation about resilience, memory, and history and how these impact our community today. Register. Note location: Barrington High School Guidance Resource Center.

The American Road to Victory Film Discussion Series: Part IISunday, March 17, 1 PM Adults & young adults We join forces with the VFW to screen The Americans on Hell’s Highway, Part II of this documentary series. Operation Market Garden is one of the most controversial and misunderstood campaigns of World War II. Although U.S. troops met all their objectives, the campaign was a failure. Following the film, we’ll discuss it and hear from local veterans. Register. Note location: The Garlands of Barrington.

Unbroken Dramatic Reading featuring the BHS Drama Department Monday, March 18, 9 AM orWednesday, April 10, 7 PM Adults & young adults Join the BHS drama department for a reading from

our OBOB choice, Unbroken. Register. Note location: Black Box Theater, Barrington High School.

OBOB Book Club Reads The Story of Beautiful Girl by Rachel SimonThursday, March 21, 7 PM at The Annex Saturday, March 23, 2 PM at Cook Street Coffee Adults & young adults Lynnie and Homan are both residents at The School for the Incurable and Feebleminded. In love, they escape together and Lynnie gives birth to a baby girl just before she is recaptured and Homan escapes. Register.

Father/Son Book Discussion: Peak by Roland Smith Wednesday, April 3, 7 PM Adult and grades 9 – 12 A fourteen-year-old boy attempts to be the youngest person to reach the top of Mount Everest. We’ll set the mood by having the discussion at Erehwon Mountain Outfitter. Register. Note location: Erehwon Mountain Outfitter, Kildeer.

The Last Mission of ‘Hog Wild’Saturday, March 9, 2 PM Adults & young adults Illinois Humanities Council Road Scholar Terry Rainey discusses the ill-fated last flight of B-29 ‘Hog Wild.’ The plane was shot down on a humanitarian mission to North Korea, leading to the Cold War hostilities between Russia and the United States. This program is made possible in part by an award from the Illinois Humanities Council, the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Illinois General Assembly. Register. Note location: Jewel Tea Pavilion at Citizen’s Park.

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Floral Design and the Victorian Language of Flowers Saturday, April 6, 2 PM All ages Peggy Garvin of Garvin Gardens demonstrates the basics of floral design and discusses the Victorian language of flowers. Arrangements created during class will be raffled off to three lucky attendees! Register. Note location: Barrington High School Cafeteria.

The American Road to Victory Film Discussion Series: Part III Sunday, April 14, 1 PM Adults & young adults We join forces with the VFW to screen The Americans In The Bulge, Part III of this documentary. Against great odds, American soldiers played a vital role in defeating the German war machine as it made one final, desperate gamble to throw the Allied offensive into strategic disarray. Afterward we’ll discuss the film and hear from local veterans. Register. Note location: The Garlands of Barrington.

Unbroken: Ordinary Lessons From An Extraordinary Man Wednesday, April 17, 7 PM Adults & young adults Unbroken is the story of World War II prisoner-of-war Louis Zamperini and his struggle for survival and recovery. As a continuing part of our Parent Education Series, we’ll discuss the significance of resilience as it relates to the book and our lives today, led by local clinical psychologist Dr. Tim Hull. Register. Note location: Barrington High School Auditorium.

OBOB Book Club Reads The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh Thursday, April 18, 7 PM at The Annex Saturday, April 20, 2 PM at Cook Street Coffee Adults & young adults A foster child since infancy, Victoria

Jones has never felt comfortable in the company of others. When she is forced to leave the system, she finds solace and new life in her work, creating floral arrangements using the Victorian language of flowers. Register.

Community Art Project Stop by the library any time in March or April and help us create a mural with paper airplanes. We’ll provide the materials and know-how, all you need are your artistic skills and an idea that makes your contribution uniquely yours. All ages may participate.

Mother/Daughter Book Discussion: Code Name Verity by Elizabeth WeinThursday, April 4, 7 PM Adults and grades 9 – 12 In 1943, a British fighter plane crashes in Nazi-occupied France and the survivor tells a tale of friendship, war, espionage, and great courage as she relates what she must to survive while keeping secret all that she can. Join us for a ladies’ night out full of conversation and chocolate. Register. Note location: Anna Shea Chocolates, The Arboretum, South Barrington.

Register at balibrary.org/obob

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Artistic EndeavorsArtist-In-Residence SundaysSundays, Feb 24 – Mar 10All ages are welcome to experience firsthand the creative process, as various local artists turn the library atrium into an art studio. Watch, learn and ask the experts.

Crafted by Hand – Lauren SzczerskiSunday, February 24, 2 – 4 PMAll agesIntrigued by beautiful ceramic pieces? Lauren Szczerski, Resident Artist/Instructor of Ceramics, demonstrates both wheel throwing and the coil technique of crafting ceramics. Clay will be available for coiling a pot or crafting a fun figurine.

Digital Designs – Jim PlaxcoSunday, March 3, 2 – 4 PMAll agesWatch digital artist Jim Plaxco compose his fascinating art via computer. Then try creating your own digital masterpiece.

Watercolor Wonders – Lynn MillerSunday, March 10, 2 – 4 PMAll agesWatch award-winning watercolor artist Lynn Miller paint a stunning work of art. If you feel inspired, we’ll have some watercolors with which you can experiment.

More artists coming!

For more adult and young adult programming, see pages 8 – 11

Second Fridays

Andrew Sisters Tribute by The Legacy GirlsFriday, March 8, 8 PM More information in the One Book One Barrington section.

Denny Diamond TrioFriday, April 12, 8 PM Back by popular demand, Denny Diamond Trio perform Neil Diamond favorites while mixing in songs by Johnny Cash, Ricky Nelson and others. Diamond charms audiences with his impressive baritone voice and sense of humor. Energetic, family-oriented and fun! Register. Refreshments. Note location: The Garlands Center for the Performing Arts.

Illinois Brass BandFriday, May 10, 8 PM Experience an inspiring performance of classical, Dixie, Broadway, show tunes and marches by this award-winning 25-piece brass band. Register. Refreshments. Note location: The Garlands Center for the Performing Arts.

Encore! AfternoonGina Sings! Thursday, March 14, 2 PM Gina sings classics from Patsy Cline, Petula Clark, Barbra Streisand and others. Register. Refreshments. Note location: The Garlands Center for the Performing Arts.

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Meet the Turtles! Saturday, March 2, 10:30 AM All ages Kids learn all about turtles as wildlife natural-ist The Frog Lady introduces you to these amazing creatures. Be prepared to meet and greet the live animals she’ll bring along, too! 180 free tickets available in Youth Services 15 minutes before program. Meeting Room.

Imagination & Improvisation Theater Workshops Tuesday, March 26, 1:30 – 2:30 PM Ages 4 – 6 Tuesday March 26, 2:45 – 3:45 PM Grades 1 – 5

Instructors from Metropolis Performing Arts Centre lead children in drama exercises that inspire creativity and imagination. Register. Meeting Room.

Jigglejam Kids’ Concert Thursday, March 28, 10:30 AM All ages It’s Spring Break – let’s jiggle and jam together! Children’s musician Jodi Koplin will have kids dancing, singing and smiling at this concert for the whole family. 180 free tickets at Youth Services 15 minutes before program. Meeting Room.

Now we have a Web site just for kids, parents, teachers and caregivers!balibrary.org/kids

What will you find there?

✱ A page of recommended apps that are kid-friendly, librarian-approved

✱ A form where you can request personalized reading recommendations

for your child, whether she’s in Kindergarten or 7th grade.

✱ A blog featuring highlights from our Technology programs.

✱ Events, books, homework help and so much more –

just for kids and families.

Never miss out on another event: sign up for a monthly e-mail of Youth Services events. Look for the sign-up link on the Kids’ Web site.

Fun for kids

Summer Library Club 2013 Have Book, Will TravelJune 3 – July 28We can’t wait!

Second Fridays

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tuesdays Just for Babies up to 12 months w/caregiver March 5 & 19, April 2, 16 & 30 9:30 AM Learn songs, rhymes and stories while making new friends in this cozy story time. Little Wigglers

13-23 months w/caregiver March 12 & 26, April 9 & 23 9:30 AM Wiggles welcome in this silly, active story time. created just for this fun age group. Nursery Rhyme Play Time up to 23 months w/caregiver March and April, 10:15 AM We’ll bring the toys and books, you bring the wiggles and giggles. wednesdays Family Story Time Ages 2–5 w/caregiver (siblings welcome) March and April, 10 AM Story Time Lab Ages 2–5 w/caregiver March and April, 11 – 11:45 AM We’ll blend music, art, science and stories in this messy, hands-on program. Register.

thursdays Family Story Time Ages 2 - 5 w/caregiver (siblings welcome) March and April, 10 AMNo Story Time on March 28. Story Time Lab Ages 2–5 w/caregiver March and April, 11 – 11:45 AM We’ll blend music, art, science and stories in this messy, hands-on program. Register. No Story Time Lab on March 28. fridays

Little Groovers

Ages 2 - 5 w/caregiver April, 10 AM Get ready to move in this music-filled program. No dancing experience required.

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Nursery Rhyme Play Time up to 23 months w/caregiver March 9 & 23, April 20, 9:30 AM We’ll bring the toys and books, you bring the wiggles and giggles.

Family Story Time Ages 2 - 5 w/caregiver (siblings welcome) April 6, 10 AM Little Groovers

Ages 2 - 5 w/caregiver April 27, 10 AM Get ready to move in this music-filled program. No dance experience required.

Story TimePlease bring your Barrington Area Library card for admission. Patrons from other library districts are admitted as space is available. No registration required except where noted. Story Room except where noted.

After School AdventuresTuesday, April 2, 9, 16 & 234:15 PM Grades K – 2 Join us for stories, crafts and activities that will spark the imagination. Register. Story Room.

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LEGO Mindstorms Monday, March 114:30 – 6 PM Grades 5 – 12 Build and program robots in this introduction to LEGO Mindstorms. Register. Zimmerman Room.

Tech Open Lab Tuesday, March, 12 4:30 – 6 PM All ages Test out the tech tools used in our Youth Services classes. No registration required. Youth Services Department.

WeDo Robotics Thursday, March 28, 1:30 –2:30 PM or 3 – 4 PM Grades 2 – 4 Build and program LEGO robots. Register. Zimmerman Room. Toontastic Monday, April 84:30 – 5:10 PM Grades 1 – 2 Use iPads to animate and narrate your own story. Register. Zimmerman Room. Paper Circuits Wednesday, May 8 4:30 – 5:30 PM Grades 3 – 5 Complete a simple circuit to create an original piece of illuminated art. Register. Craft Room.

Mini-Golf Wednesday, March 27, 2 – 4 PM All ages One of our most popular annual events! Play 9 holes through the Youth Services Department.No registration required.

craftsDrop-in Letter CraftsD is For Dinosaur: Friday, March 22 10:30 – 11:30 AM

Y is For Yarn: Friday, March 29, 10:30 – 11:30 AM Ages 2 – 5 w/caregiver Learn your letters through crafts and play. While supplies last. Craft Room.

DIY Craft

Color Your Own Book Posters Monday, Mar 25, 10 AM – 2 PM While supplies last. Youth Services.

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Outdoor Games Saturday, May 4, 10:30 AM – 12 PM All ages Stop by for an afternoon of lawn games. Program will be cancelled if it is raining. No registration required. Children’s Garden.

Spring Into Fun!

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Money Matters – Smart SavingMonday, April 22, 7 PMAdults and young adultsWhen it comes to money management, does your money control you or vice versa? Hear Susan M. Krcik, a Senior Vice President in the retail banking industry, discuss strategies on how to enhance your ability to better control your money by decreasing your spending while increasing your income and savings. Register. Location TBA.

Money Smart Week® is a public awareness campaign designed to help consumers better manage their personal finances. The Barrington Area Library is pleased to participate in this national endeavor by sponsoring the following programs. Watch our Web site for exact locations.

Investing in Your 401(k) and IRA Tuesday, April 23, 7 PMAdultsHow do you choose the investments in your retirement plan? How many mutual funds are enough? How many are too many? This straightforward session with Money Smart guru Karen Chan teaches you the tools and terminology you need to understand your investment choices and avoid common mistakes.Register. Location TBA.

Savvy Saving SitesThursday, April 25, 7 PMAdults and young adultsAdult Services Librarian Gwyneth provides an overview of the best Web sites for finding ratings and reviews, product comparisons, buying advice and coupons. Learn to protect yourself when shopping online, and how to determine the safety of an online store. Discover premium services offered through the library, like Consumer Reports and Consumer’s Checkbook. Register. Location TBA.

Spruce Up Your InteriorsThursday, May 2, 7 PMAdults Yes, you can update your home’s décor while on a budget! See the latest design and accessory trends and hear smart money-saving ideas from the interior designers at Interiors by Bruce. Register. Please note this program takes place at Interiors by Bruce, 28960 W. Northwest Hwy., Lake Barrington.

Spruce Up Your Wardrobe Tuesday, May 14, 7 PMAdults and young adultsUpdate your look and stay on-trend even while on a limited budget, with practical tips from professional fashion consultant Noelle Cellini. She will discuss basic pieces every woman should have in her wardrobe and how recent graduates can dress for success. Register. Please note this program takes place at The Garlands Center for the Performing Arts.

Spring Spruce Up

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Open your eyes, enrich your mind, and expand your horizons. Enjoy engaging conversations about books with professional discussion leader Lanny Ori and other discerning readers.

Books are available at the Adult Services reference desk approximately one month prior to discussion. Adults, young adults. Register. Please note that some discussions take place at Barnes & Noble, Deer Park.

Charming Billy by Alice McDermott Tuesday, March 19, 7:30 PM or Thursday, March 21, 2 PM Meeting Room BWhen the late Billy Lynch’s relatives and friends gather together to keep his memory alive, stories are woven and bittersweet memories relived detailing his life in a close-knit Irish-American community.

The Professor and the Madman by Simon Winchester Tuesday, April 16, 7:30 PM orThursday, April 18, 2 PMBarnes & Noble, Deer Park Town CenterThis is the extraordinary tale of madness, genius, and the incredible obsessions of two remarkable men that led to the making of the Oxford English Dictionary - a defining experience in the history of the English language.

So Long, See You Tomorrow by William Maxwell Tuesday, May 21, 7:30 PM or Thursday, May 23, 2 PMBarnes & Noble, Deer Park Town CenterA 1920s murder in rural Illinois shatters a tenuous friendship between two lonely teenagers. Fifty years later, one of the boys - now a grown man - forces himself and others to recall the causes of the murder and its consequences.

is published by the Barrington Area Library.

Executive DirectorDetlev Pansch

Board of Library Trustees

PresidentDonald F. Minner

Vice PresidentCarolyn Welch Clifford

TreasurerHenry G. Wisniewski

SecretaryKathleen A. Peterson

President EmeritusRichard J. Ryan

MembersBarbara A. Pintozzi

William J. Pizzi

EditorKaren McBride

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check it outBook Discussions

Love talking about books? So do we. See page two of this newsletter for book discussions on The Story of Beautiful Girl by Rachel Simon and The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh and upcoming teen/parent book chats.

LIT, our social book club for adults, returns this May with Here I Go Again by Jen Lancaster.

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Build your skills with a computer class. The library offers basic computer classes to help you get more comfortable with computers and introductory classes on popular social media sites and technology.

These classes are for adult and young adult Barrington Area Library cardholders and are listed in order of difficulty. To meet demand, all unfilled seats will be released five minutes after the class begins, regardless of reservation.

Hands-On ClassesWord BasicsTuesday, March 19, 2:30 PMCreate, edit and save Word documents. Mouse skills required. Zimmerman Room.

File Management Basics Thursday, March 21, 7 PMYou know you saved that file on your computer – somewhere. Master the basics of file management using Microsoft Windows. Learn to create, name, find, and delete files and folders. Mouse skills and familiarity with word processing required. Zimmerman Room.

iMovie for iPadThursday, March 14, 7 PM in the Zimmerman Room.Tuesday, April 30, 9:30 AM at the Village of Barrington Hills Building, 112 Algonquin Rd. in Barrington Hills.Learn how to shoot and edit movie clips from your iPad. We’ll supply the iPads for the class. Basic knowledge of the iPad required.

How to Make Memes and InfographicsTuesday, March 19, 7 PMNot sure what “memes” are? You’ve seen them everywhere: images of cats with funny phrases or spinoffs of the “Keep Calm and Carry On” poster. We’ll cover the best free sites for making memes, and help you create an information graphic, or “infographic,” using the Web site visual.ly. Mouse skills and experience surfing the Web required. Zimmerman Room.

Google Hangouts on the iPadThursday, April 4, 7 PMlocation TBAMove over, Skype! Google Hangouts is the new tool for video conferencing. Bring your own iPad with the Google+ app downloaded or use one of ours. Basic knowledge of the iPad required.

Meeting locations may vary due to library renovation: check at balibrary.org or call 847-382-1300. Most locations in April and May are still to be determined. Register online.

Technology Classesfor adults & young adults

PLEASE NOTE:On Wednesday, March 20, 2013, the library’s online systems will undergo an extensive upgrade. On that day, the online catalog, download services and online account/payment systems will be unavailable. We apologize for the inconvenience while we continue to improve our online services for you.

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About Library ProgramsRegister for programs at balibrary.org, by phone at 847-382-1300, or in person.Programs require registration unless otherwise indicated. ADA accommodations are available with at least 48 hours notice.The library reserves the right to take photographs and video of program participants. Photos and videos are for library use and may be used in publicity materials. Patrons who do not wish to be part of photographs or videos should notify staff.

Petting Zoo: iPad & e-Readers Monday, April 8, 4 – 5:30 PM Try before you buy. We’ll be in the lobby with the latest e-reader devices and the iPad. Our friendly staff will give you a hands-on demo and answer your questions.

Demystify Your DeviceMonday, March 25 11 AM – 12:30 PM in the lobbyThursday, May 23 4 – 5:30 PM, location TBAYou finally got that great new device! Now what do you do with it? Bring it to the library and chat with Adult Services Librarian Liz. She’ll help you get started and answer specific questions about your device, too.

Facebook Drop-In LabWednesday, March 6, 4 – 5:30 PM in the lobbyWednesday, May 1, 4 – 5:30 PM, location TBAFrustrated by Facebook? Bring your questions to this casual, drop-in session. We’ll help you set up an account for yourself or your business, adjust your privacy settings, find your friends, and anything else you need.

iPhone/iPad Basics DemonstrationThursday, May 9, 11 AM location TBANew to your iPhone or iPad or just want to learn more? This class will cover basic functions, fundamental apps, and lots more.

iPhone and iPad Drop-InTuesday, April 23, 4 – 5:30 PMTuesday, May 7, 4 – 5:30 PMLocation TBAQuestions about apps, settings, photos, and more? Stop by and a librarian will help!

Tablet Drop-InWednesday, March 20 4 – 5:30 PM in the lobbyTuesday, April 30 11 AM –12:30 PM, location TBAWednesday, May 29 4 – 5:30 PM, location TBAQuestions about apps, settings, photos, and more? Stop by and a librarian will help!

Photoshop Basics Drop-In LabTuesday, March 5 5:30 – 7:30 PM in the Media LabWednesday, April 24 2:30 – 4:30 PM, location TBANeed to edit an image for your Facebook cover photo or improve and restore your old family photos? This open lab is for you.

Video Creation Drop-In LabWednesday, May 22 4:30 – 6:30 PMWindows Movie Maker? iMovie? Mobile Devices? No matter how you’d like to create and edit a video, we can help in this hands-on lab.

Demonstration Classes and Drop-In Sessions

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