september/october 2010 library newsletter

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Gail BordenPublic Library

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Main270 North Grove Ave.Elgin, Illinois 60120

Rakow Branch2751 W. Bowes Rd.

Elgin, Illinois 60124

847-742-2411www.gailborden.info

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THE EXPLORER IS THEGAIL BORDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY

DISTRICT NEWSLETTERPUBLISHED BI-MONTHLY

ISSUE NO. 2010-05SEPT. 1, 2010

Gail Borden Public Library District

NEW! Home Educators’

Library Orientation September13 and 14

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Second Sunday Concert Series

2010/2011Page 4

Musica Latina September 12

An Eclectic Piano Concert

October 10Page 4

Hispanic Heritage

Saturday, October 2 2 – 5 pmExperience Latino culture through its art, music, dance and food. Ballet Folklorio, Mariachi music, Latino food and artists are just a small sample of the flavor that will make up the first ever Hispanic Heritage Celebration. No registration.More Hispanic Heritage Month programs on page 6.

It’s a new chapter for bibliophiles at Gail Borden Library! This new series puts authors in the spotlight to discuss their latest literary work and give the audience some insight into a writer’s world. Acclaimed author Laurence Gonzales joins us for the first discussion of a series that’s bound to be a page-turner!

Laurence Gonzales LUCYSunday, September 19 1 pm Community RoomsLUCY is an explosive, daring novel where an enchanting young girl is discovered to be the result of the experimental breeding of a human and an ape. Gonzales is known for his best-selling Deep Survival. Book sales and signing. Please register. Refreshments will be served. For other Authors on the Fox, see page 5.

Change Your World Volunteer Fair

Saturday, October 9 10 am – 1 pmFind your “volunteer niche” whether it’s spending time with animals, teensor seniors, assisting at a museum, library or hospital. The fair brings volunteers and nonprofit organizations together for a better community. Applications for nonprofits are available at the library and online at gailborden.info. For information, contact Nancy Haggard at 847-289-5840.

Join us for the unveiling of an installation commemorating 9/11 by renowned abstract artist George Kokines. Mr. Kokines will discuss what he experienced on 9/11 at the World Trade Center, which led to the creation of this work. The unveiling follows the 9 a.m. Commemoration Ceremony at Walton Island that includes representatives from clergy, police and fire organizations. The art will be on display through September.Made possible by the City of Elgin and the Palmer Foundation.

Remembering September 11

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Authors on the Fox

September - October, 2010

George Kokines

Three ways to register: • InpersonattheEarlyLearningCenterDesk• Call847-429-4595• Onlineatwww.gailborden.info,Calendar,YouthCalendar

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Halloween Happening1 – 6 years with an adultFriday, October 2910 am Parade (meet in Early Learning Center)

10:15 am Halloween Ball(Community Rooms)Get dressed in your Halloween costume to parade through the library and dance at the Ball.

For Parents and EducatorsBattle of the Books OrientationThursday, September 9 3:30 and 7 pmCommunity RoomsNo registration.Elgin-area fourth, fifth and sixth graders participate in this popular “college bowl” of children’s literature each year. Parents and educators are invited to learn about the program and its positive impact on young readers.

NEW! Home Educators’ Library OrientationMonday, September 13 7 pmTuesday, September 14 10 amCommunity RoomsRegistration required.Discover resources available at the library for home-schooling K – 8 students.

Preschool and Kindergarten Teachers’ Workshop Thursday, October 14 6:30 – 7:30 pmCommunity Rooms Registration begins October 1. Debbie Clement, creator of Debbie’s Ditties, will present Lyric to Literacy: Read a Song and Sing a Book. Educators and parents are welcome.

Wonderful Ones9 – 23 months with parentMondays 6:15 pmTuesdays 10, 11:15 amThursdays 11 am, 6:15 pmFridays 9:15, 10:15, 10:45 am Registration required. 15 minutes of short stories, fingerplaysand rhymes followed by a 15-minuteplay period.

Rhymes and Rhythms2-year-olds with parentTuesdays 6:15 pmWednesdays 9:15, 10, 10:45 am Thursdays 10:15, 10:45 am Registration required. 20 minutes of stories, fingerplaysand activities.

NEW! 1- 2- 3 Go!1 – 3 years with parentSeptember 15, 29, October 13, 27Wednesdays 10 amNo registration.Families will enjoy stories, rhymes and musical activities.

Picture Book Program3 years – kindergartenMondays 9:30 am, 3:30 pmTuesdays 9:15, 10:30 am, 7 pm Thursdays 10:15 amNo registration.30 minutes of picture book stories, fingerplays and song. Attend any session. Parents must remain in the building.

Family StorytimeAll agesMondays 7 pmNo registration.30 minutes of stories,songs and fun.

Stories and More6 years – grade 2Mondays 4 pmNo registration.45 minutes of stories, crafts,games and more.

Cuentos para la FamiliaMiércoles 7 pmNo hace falta inscribirse.¡30 minutos de cuentos, música, rimas,manualidades y más para el disfrute de toda la familia!

Read to RoverSaturdays, September 11, October 910, 10:30, 11, 11:30 amRegister for one session only.

Fall ProgramsFall I programs are held from September 7 to October 15. The Fall II session takes

place from November 1 to December 3, with registration beginning October 18 forin-district residents, October 25 for those residing out of district.

No-School-Day FunFamily Films Friday, October 8No registration.Children under 12 must beaccompanied by an adult. 10 am Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue (2010, G) 2 pm Scooby-Doo! Camp Scare (2010)(Not rated)

Batty for BatsGrades K – 8Monday, October 111 – 2 pm and 2:15 – 3:15 pm Community Rooms Registration required. Specialists from the Flying Fox Conservation Fund will take a bite out of some batty superstitions when they talk about these beneficial mammals. Meet a real vampire bat up close!

Predict the Pumpkin PoundageAll agesOctober 1 – 20Guess the weight of the pumpkin on display in the Youth Center and take it home in time for Halloween! Courtesyof Klein’s Farm and Garden Market.

Sports Card Trading ClubThursdays, September 9, October 14 3:30 – 5 pmSouth Story Room

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BeaHero,READ!2010SummerReading Program broke records,withanall-time-high6,989children,teens and adults participating! Thank you to the contributors for helping to make the program a heroic success!

Brunswick Zone XL, Algonquin CarolStreamParkDistrict, Carol Stream The Centre of ElginChipotle Mexican Grill, ElginChoo Choo’s Chicken, St. Charles CiCi’s Pizza, Streamwood Classic Cinemas, Carpentersville Cold Stone Creamery, South Elgin Colonial Ice Cream, Elgin DuPageChildren’sMuseum, Naperville Dunkin’Donuts,ElginElgin Lanes, ElginElgin Symphony Orchestra, ElginFamousDave’s,AlgonquinFox Valley Sports Academy, ElginFunway Entertainment Center, Batavia Gameworks, SchaumburgIllinois Railway Museum, Marengo Jang’sTaeKwonDo,ElginKane County Cougars, Geneva Kim’s Black Belt Academy, Elgin Kuipers Family Farm, Maple Park Leaf’sIceRink,WestDundeeLone Star Steakhouse, Elgin Mainstreet U.S.A. Roller Skating, Streamwood Modern Age Comics, Elgin Nick’s Pizza and Pub, Elgin Noodles and Company, Elgin OldCountryBuffet,WestDundeeRainforest Café, Woodfield Mall Red Robin International, Inc., South Elgin Spring Hill Gymnastics, Elgin Van’s Frozen Custard, Carpentersville Wendy’s, Elgin

Read to Rover at RakowSaturdays, September 25, October 3010, 10:30, 11, 11:30 am Please register for only one session.

Rakow Readers Book Group Mondays 1:30 pmSeptember 27Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay October 25A Reliable Life by Robert Goolrick

MyMediaMall Monday Dowloading audiobooksMonday, October 4 4 – 6 pmDrop in to see a demonstration and learn how to download digital audiobooks through the library’s website.

Family Storytime at Rakow Tuesdays beginningSeptember 7 6 pmMiss Angela will share stories and activities. No registration.

READ!

October is Teen Read Month! Teen readers in grades 6 to 12 can get up to $10 in late fines taken off their Gail Borden Library card in October (restrictions may apply). Visit the Youth Center Help Desk or Second Floor Information Desk. Also, look for information about this year’s WrestleMania Reading Challenge.

Young Teens Grades 6 – 8Hunger Games Event(based on Hunger Games Series)Tuesday, October 19 7 – 8:30 pmCommunity Rooms Registration required.Katniss and Peeta fans are invited to thiscelebration of the Suzanne Collins’ trilogy.

The Comics and Gaming EventTuesdays, September 14, October 12 6 – 8 pmCommunity Rooms Drop in every month to talk about comics and graphic novels, get the scoop on the newest storylines and first issues, and play HeroClix, Yu-Gi-Oh and other role-playing games. If you don’t know how to play, we’ll teach you. Look for special guests to appear at future events!

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Thank You!

Rakow Branch

Three ways to register:•Onlineatgailborden.info/register•InpersonattheYouthCenterHelpDesk•Call847-429-4685

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Pride and Prejudice Comparative FilmsandDiscussions Tuesdays 6 pm Meeting Room 2

September 7 2005 version starring Keira Knightley and Matthew MacFadyen

October 5 1940 version starring Greer Garson and Laurence Olivier

3WAYSTOREGISTER:•InpersonattheAdultServicesInformationDesk•Call847-429-4680•Onlineatwww.gailborden.info,Calendar

Three Cups of Tea In partnership with Elgin Community College.Friday, October 1 3:30 pm Community RoomsThis play is based on the book byGreg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin. Moved by the kindness of a Pakistan village, mountaineer Greg Mortenson promises to return and build a school. Performed by Curtis Nielsen. Adapted and directed by Wynn Handman.Please register.

Music to Your Ears2nd Sunday Concert Series 2010/2011Free tickets will be available three weeks before the concert at the Greeter Desk and Second Floor Information Desk at the Main Library. The one-hour concerts are held at 2 pm in the Community Rooms. Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments after each concert.

Musica Latina: Music from Spain, Mexico and ItalyDuosDialoguesClassical guitarists Norman Ruiz and Jeffrey WarrenSeptember 12

Elgin Symphony Orchestra Master ClassTime for Three: 2 violins and 1 bass Saturday, October 16 2 pm Community RoomsEnjoy music while a guest performer coaches

members of the symphony.

Lyric Opera of Chicago Lecture SeriesThursday 7 – 8 pm Meeting Room 2 October 21 Carmen presented by Gerald Budzik

The Evolution of Style:An Eclectic Piano Concert Pianist Mark ValentiOctober 10

Elgin Alive Sponsored in collaboration with the Elgin Community Network and ECCO.Tuesdays, September 21, October 19 6:30 pm Meeting Room 1 Presentations by the City of Elgin’s Sustainability Master Plan Task Forces.No registration.

Coupon Club 2nd and 4th Mondays 7 – 8 pm Lobby

adult programs Programs take place at the Main Library unless otherwise noted.Meetings Rooms 1 and 2, and the Conference Room are located on the second floor.


Authors on the Fox Steven R. StroudThere Used To Be: A Look Back at Elgin’s Architectural HeritageMonday, September 20 7 – 8 pmMeeting Room 1Stroud takes a three-dimensional look at local houses:the original plans, the finished product and how the house looks today. Sherman Hospital and the Northeast Neighborhood are featured. Book sales and signing. Please register.

Reel Women for

Real Women Co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Elgin Area Branch.

Tuesdays 6 pm Community Rooms No registration.

September 28 In the Time of Butterflies (2001) October 26 The Painted Veil (2006)

Humor Contest!In partnership with Toastmasters InternationalTuesday, October 5 6:30 – 8:30 pmCommunity Rooms Drop in for funny stories appropriate for all ages as Toastmasters compete in this Humor Contest!

Brown Bag Lunch

Classic Films

Mondays No registration.

Coffee and tea willbe served.

September 13 11 am - 1 pm The Big Sleep (1946) October 11 11 am - 12:40 pm You’ll Find Out (1940)

Book ClubsNew Business Book Club—See page 6New Spanish Book Club —See page 7

GreatBooksDiscussionGroupMondays 6:55 pm Meeting Room 2 September 13 The Grand Inquisitor by Fyodor DostoevskyOctober 11 The Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe

Contemporary Fiction Book GroupWednesdays 7 pm Meeting Room September 15 A Reliable Wife by Robert GoolrickOctober 20 The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver

20’s and 30’s Book ClubCo-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Elgin Branch. Mondays 7 pm Meeting Room 2 September 27 Death Comes for the Archbishop by Willa CatherOctober 25 The Monk by Matthew Lewis

Walking Book ClubWednesdays 7 pm

Book Club JamboreeThursday, October 7 7 – 8:30 pmTasty treats, tantalizing book club tips and tricks,and the latest titles that will get your book club buzzing!Please register.

Bryan AlaspaSilas Jayne: Chicago’s Suburban Gangster Wednesday, October 27 7 - 8 pmCommunity Rooms Ages 16 and upJust in time for Halloween. A little bit spooky.A little bit creepy. And all true. Jayne owned a farm in Elgin.Book sales and signing. Please register.

Art by Dave Powers

September 1 - 13Main Art Wall in the library rotunda

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Thank Youto In The Neighborhood Deli

and Fresh Marketfor donating produce used in salsa

made by library staff for Fiesta Salsa!

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Computer ClassesRegister online at:• www.gailborden.info/register • in person at the Computer Center or • by calling 847-429-4695. Some students will need to share a PC during class, which takes place in the Computer Training Room.Using a Mouse Wednesday, September 1 2 pmSaturday, October 2 10 am

Internet I: BasicsWednesday, September 8 2 pmSaturday, October 9 10 amBasic mouse skills required.

Internet II: SearchingWednesday, September 15 2 pmSaturday, October 16 10 amBasic mouse skills required.

Internet III: EmailWednesday, September 22 2 pmSaturday, October 23 10 amBasic mouse and Internet navigation skills required.

Hispanic Heritage Month

MakeYourOwnPiñataTwo-DayWorkshop Tuesday, September 21 and Thursday, September 23 6 – 8 pmCommunity Rooms Please register.

Aztec Stories withMichael HeraldaSunday, September 26 2:30 pm Community Rooms These stories and ballads bring Aztec civilization to life. Please register.

Creating Mexican American Identities: Multiple Voices, Shared DreamSeptember 28 - October 19 From the West Chicago City Museum and funded in part by the Illinois Humanities Council and the History Channel, this exhibit tells the story of the suburban Mexican community through photographs, documents and oral histories.

Bilingual Computer ClassesJeanette Via, Lead Instructor, Microsoft Office Specialist Certified and Spanish Lab Assistant. Thursdays 6 – 8 pm Computer Training Room You may bring your laptop to class!To register in advance, bring your Gail Borden Library card and $5 fee to the Computer Center. Introducing Windows September 23

Using Word Processors September 30 Starting with Files October 7 Microsoft Word: A simple report, Mail Merge, tables October 14

Microsoft Word: Business letters, memorandums October 21

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!Show your Gail Borden Library card at participating businesses and receive a discount. Go to gailborden.info for a complete list of discounts. Be a hero,use your library card and keep reading!

NEW!

CareersElgin Job SeekersTuesdays, September 7 – October 261 – 2 pmMeeting Room 2Bring your job-related questions to these open discussion meetings.

Lead, Sell, or Get Out of the Way Presented by Roger Searle, President of The Searle Group.Thursdays, September 9 – October 76:30 – 8:30 pmMeeting Room 2Having difficulty getting others to buy your product/service or getting yourself hired? Explore the challenging world of selling with the book Lead, Sell, or Get Out of the Way by Ron Karr. Be prepared to interact with other participants by practicing the book’s concepts. Please register and plan to attend all five sessions.

Business Book Club Thursdays 7 pm Conference Room

September 16 Good to Great by Jim CollinsOctober 21 The Wisdom of Crowds by James Surowiecki

Power Employment WorkshopFriday, September 179:30 am – 4:30 pmMeeting Room 1Representatives from Illinois WorkNet will guide job hunters through resume writing, job-search techniques and interviewing. All-day seminar. Please register.

LinkedIn.com AdvancedPresented by Matt Prazenka of Peer Training ServicesThursday, October 146:30 – 8:30 pmMeeting Room 1Learn advanced features of the popular networking site and how it can benefit your job search. Please register.


Bilingual ProgramsGo Bilingual Lab Mondays, September 20 – October 25 7 – 8 pmLearn and practice English or Spanish at your own pace on the computer. Please register.Class Wednesdays, September 8 – October 27 7 – 8 pmEnglish and Spanish language lessons and conversation with a tutor and other learners. No registration.

Two Rivers Head Start Bilingual Parenting ProgramsNo registration.Continuing Education for AdultsSaturday, October 9 9 amSubstanceAbuseandDomesticViolenceThursday, October 21 5 pm

Candidates Forum Monday, October 25 7 – 8:30 pm Community RoomsIn partnership with a coalition of local Latino organizations.

Programas BilingüesFuturos BilingüesLaboratoriolunes, 20 de septiembre – 25 de octubre 7 – 8 pmAprenda y practique inglés o español a su propio paso en la computadora. Por favor inscríbase.Clase miércoles, 8 de septiembre – 27 de octubre 7 – 8 pmLecciones y conversación en grupo para aprender inglés o español con una tutora.

Two Rivers Head Start Programas Bilingües para PadresNo hace falta inscripción.Educación Continuada para Adultossábado, 9 de octubre 9 amAbusodeSustanciasyViolenciaDomésticajueves, 21 de octubre 5 pm

Foro de Candidatoslunes, 25 de octubre 7 – 8:30 pm Salones ComunitariosEn asociación con una coalición de organizacioneslatinas locales.

Programas en EspañolMes de la Herencia Hispana

HaztuPropiaPiñataTallerde2Días martes, 21 de septiembre y jueves, 23 de septiembre 6 – 8 pm Salones ComunitariosLa biblioteca proveerá los materiales. Niños de 12 años o menos deberán trabajar con un adulto. Favor de inscribirse. En inglés y español.

Cuentos Aztecas con Michael Heraldadomingo, 26 de septiembre 2:30 pm Salones Comunitarios Estas historias y baladas traen a la civilización azteca a la vida. Favor de inscribirse. Celebración del Mes de la Herencia Hispana sábado, 2 de octubre 2 – 5 pmViva la cultura latina a través de su arte, música, baile y cocina. No hace falta inscribirse.

Clases de computaciónSalón de Entrenamiento de Computadoras. Por favor inscríbase.Introducción a las Computadorasmartes, 14 de septiembre 6:30 – 8 pmmartes, 12 de octubre 10:30 am – 12 pm Abre una Cuenta de Correo Electrónicomartes, 21 de septiembre 6 – 6:20 pm

Introducción al Correo Electrónicomartes, 21 de septiembre 6:30 – 8 pm

Introducción al Internet martes, 12 de octubre 10:30 am – 12 pm

Medicare Explicado lunes, 18 de octubre 2 pmSalones ComunitariosAprenda sobre las opciones de cuidado de salud a tiempo para el periodo de inscripción anual que comienza el 15 de noviembre. Por favor inscríbase.

Prevenir el Juicio Hipotecariolunes, 11 de octubre 7 pm Salón de Reuniones 1

ClubdeLecturaenEspañol7 pm Salón de Conferencias14 de octubre La Breve y Maravillosa Vida de Oscar Wao por Junot Díaz 9 de diciembre Rumbo al Hermoso Norte

por Luis Alberto Urrea

¡NUEVO! SavetheDate!

Home for the Holidays with the

10th Annual Festival of TreesMonday, November 1

5 – 7 pm

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ProtectYourIdentityMonday, October 18 7 pm Meeting Room 1Facilitated by Roger Searle, Certified Consumer Credit Counselor. No registration.

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Drop-inTechnicalSupportThursdays, September 16, October 21 2:30 – 4:30 pmComputer Training Room No registration.Get one-on-one assistance for questions about computer hardware or software. If your question relates to a portable device you own such as a laptop or digital camera, please bring it along.

Stitch ‘N’ B-----Thursdays 6:30 - 8:30 pm LaTazza Café

New Board Member Herb GrossFormer library board member Herb Gross was unanimously appointed to the Gail Borden Public Library Board of Trustees at the August 10 board meeting. He will be filling the vacancy left by Jessica Thompson, who resigned in June due to her move out of the library district. “We are pleased to welcome Mr. Gross back to the board,” said library board president, Rick McCarthy. “He has proven to be a valuable member of the board in the past. We thank others who applied for this opening and we encourage them to run for election next year.”

Photo Release - All program participants agree to be photographed during library activities and programs for use in future library publications.

A change in the way you receive your overdue notices from the library.Starting Monday, October 4, the library will be contacting customers with overdue material through our automated telephone notification system instead of regular mail. Using the automated service will significantly reduce the cost of postage and paper used. Those receiving notices via email will continue to do so.

Health MattersNational Depression DayScreening and Programs Thursday, October 7 10 am – 7 pmIn partnership with Provena St. Joseph Hospital. No registration.Living with ADD/ADHD 7 pmFor parents, children, spouse and loved ones. Presented by Dr. Carolyn O’Neal.

The New Healthcare Law and MedicareIn partnership with the LWV of the Elgin Area and moderated by Heather Heppner, Associate State Director-Communications AARP. Sunday, October 10 3:15 – 5:15 pm Meeting Room 1 An informative overview of the changing healthcare laws in America.Please register.

Medicare Made ClearMonday, October 18 10 am atMain Library Community Rooms Monday, October 25 2 pm atRakow BranchTuesday, November 16 7 pm atMain Library Community Rooms Learn about health care options for the annual open enrollment, which begins November 15. Please register.

Main270 North Grove Ave.Elgin, Illinois 60120

Rakow Branch2751 W. Bowes Rd.

Elgin, Illinois 60124

847-742-2411www.gailborden.info

Board of Trustees:

Richard McCarthy - PresidentJean Bednar - Vice PresidentJo Ann Armenta - SecretaryLisa Knight - TreasurerHerb Gross - TrusteeRandy Hopp - TrusteeSue Moylan - TrusteeLibrary Director - Carole MedalNewsletter Editor - Denise RaleighWriter - Liz Clemmons

PROGRAMAS EN ESPAÑOL

The Illinois General Election is November 2

Election Candidates ForumsThursday, September 30 6 – 8:45 pm Community RoomsSunday, October 3 2 – 4:45 pm Community Rooms In partnership with the League of Women Voters of the Elgin Area.See a list of participating candidatesat gailborden.info

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