Volume 12, Number 1January 2016

In this Issue...

Welcome New Subscribers Programs for Adults Library Friends

Winter Library Club Programs for Teens Library Displays

Science & Art Fair Programs for Youth Photo of the Month

One Book, One Batavia Adult Computer Classes

Welcome New Subscribers!This is Wired, the monthly eNewsletter of the Batavia Public Library. Wired provides a snapshot of what’s new at theLibrary and a list of programs for the coming month for adults, teens, children, and families. If you find that Wired is gettingcaught in your SPAM folder, then please scroll to the end of this email and click on “Add us to your address book.”

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In the meantime, please continue reading this issue to find out what’s happening at the Library during January 2016!

Happy New Year!The Library will close at 12 noon on Thursday, December 31, and will be closed all day, Friday, January 1.Have a safe and happy holiday.

Winter Library ClubAntarctic Adventure, Winter Library Club 2016, begins January 16. Families (at least one parent and one child—baby through grade 8) areinvited to participate by reading and doing fun activities together, both at home and at the Library. Families earn small rewards as they checkoff activities on a special activity log. Families can register and pick up an activity log at the Youth Services Desk beginning Saturday,January 16. Special events during Winter Library Club include a “Science & Art Fair,” on Saturday, January 30, and “Angel’s ArtAdventure” on Saturday, February 27. Read on in this eNewsletter for more information about the “Science & Art Fair.”

High school students and adults can participate in Antarctic Adventure by reading or listening to three booksand returning a reading log to the Reference Desk where they can select a small reward and be entered into adrawing for additional prizes at the end of Winter Library Club. Reading logs will be available at the ReferenceDesk beginning January 16. Antarctic Adventure runs through Monday, February 29.

Attention Families Please join us at the Library’s first­ever “Science & Art Fair,” Saturday, January 30, from 11 a.m. to2 p.m. During the fair, children can view exhibits and participate in a number of activities sponsoredby local organizations including Water Street Studios, Kane County Forest Preserve District,DuPage Children’s Museum, Fox Valley Wildlife Center, and Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Arts.Activities and exhibits are suitable for children preschool age and older. Registration is not requiredfor this free event. For more information, call the Youth Services department, (630) 879­1393, ext.500.

One Book, One Batavia 2016

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The One Book, One Batavia 2016 selection is The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle. Library events related tothe book include a book discussion and a showing of a classic Sherlock Holmes movie in February, and a New Lyceum Lectureseries program featuring a Sherlock Holmes expert and an old­time radio show featuring two classic Sherlock Holmes shortstories in March. Registration is required for the lecture and radio program. For more information and to register, visitOneBookOneBatavia.org.

For Your Convenience The Library now has circulating book bags. Did you pick out more materials than you planned? Did it start raining since you walked into theLibrary? Now you can check out a book bag along with your books and other materials. The durable, water­resistant book bags have a loanperiod of 28 days and are available at the Check Out Desk. The book bags are made possible by a grant from the Friends of the BataviaPublic Library. Board of Library Trustees MeetingTuesday, January 19,at 7 p.m., in the Library Conference Room. Meetings are open to the public.

Batavia Public Library Writers WorkshopMonday, January 11, 6:30 p.m. Do you write poetry, short stories, or novels? Are you looking for helpful feedback fromother writers? Then come to this workshop, which meets from 6:30 to 9 p.m. on the second Monday of the month.Registration is not required. For more information contact the workshop facilitator, Frank Rutledge, atweatherbone@comcast.net.

News from the Friends of the Batavia Public LibraryDo you need a New Year’s gift for a friend or loved one? Purchase a Book Lover's Calendar from the Friends at theCheck Out Desk for $6 each (originally $8).

Mark your calendars! Beginning in 2016, the Friends’ monthly used book sales will be held on the second Saturdayof the month, from 9:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. As in previous years, there is no sale in June. New materials are added to the sale shelves everymonth. The next sale is Saturday, January 9. See you there! Save the date! The Friends’ annual meeting will be held on Thursday, March 24, at the Library. More details will be included in future issuesof Wired.

Displays in the Library during January:

Art Wall – Kevin HunterLobby Display Cases – Winter Library ClubYouth Services Display Case – Ashlyn Emmert, Kate Holwerda, Kristen Holwerda, Carly Morris Book Displays – In Other Lands (fiction); Cookbooks (nonfiction) January/February Collection Survey: Computer books. Take the online survey.

Programs for Adults

Sundays on Stage—Ron and Sandie’s Aussie Show: Sunday, January 24, 2 p.m. Spend an hour in theLand Down Under! Learn about famous Australian actors, what Australians love to eat and drink, and how to“speak Australian.” Ron and Sandie perform old and new Aussie songs and share their knowledge of Aussieanimals—the koala, kookaburra, wombat, Tasmanian devil, emu, platypus, dingo, and kangaroo. Registrationrequired. Adult Anime Club: Wednesday, January 27, 6:30 p.m. Adults ages 18 and older are invited to watch anime onDVD and meet other adult anime and manga enthusiasts. No registration required. Book Discussion: Into the Beautiful North by Luis Alberto Urrea: Tuesday, January 12, 7:30 p.m. Inspired by

the film The Magnificent Seven, Nayeli and her three friends leave their tiny Mexican village to bring home seven men to protect their home.As Nayeli marches north, she finds far more than she was seeking. No registration required. February book discussion selection: The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle Books Between Bites: Thursday, January 21, 12 p.m. Barbara Kalina, a lifelong Batavian and former literature and historyteacher in Batavia schools, who is fascinated by those who think outside the box, discusses The Wright Brothers by DavidMcCullough. The Wrights’ dream to fly began with deceptively simple questions: How do birds fly, maneuver, and use aircurrents? McCullough’s inspiring account of the Wright brothers’ highly intelligent, vastly curious, and untiringly persistent pursuitof their dream reveals the character traits that led to their stunning success. No registration required.

Computer Classes for Adults

The Library offers a variety of 1­hour, hands­on computer classes (from "Introduction to Microsoft Word" to "Genealogyon the Internet"). Registration required; call (630) 879­1393, ext. 200.

Computer Coaching Sessions: Basic computer training is available at the Library. Schedule an appointment with atechnology assistant for a one­hour, one­on­one coaching session based on your individual needs. Sessions areavailable Monday–Thursday, 4–8 p.m. Batavia Public Library card required. Call the Reference Desk, (630) 879­1393,ext. 200, for details.

Programs for Teens

College/Career

All About Scholarships: Sunday, January 3, 1–2 p.m. Learn basic tips on how to apply for scholarships from theIllinois Student Assistance Commission. Registration required. FAFSA Form Workshop: Tuesday, January 5, 7–8:30 p.m. Have you completed your FAFSA (Free Application forFederal Student Aid) form? Get answers to your questions from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission.

Registration required. Fun Stuff

Inclusion Game Night: Wednesday, January 13, 7–8 p.m. Teens of all abilities—and their families and friends—are invited to the Library tomeet new people and play a board game or card game in a relaxed setting. No registration required.

Anime Club: Thursday, January 14, 6:30–9 p.m. Teens are invited to the Library to watch anime, play games,and meet other anime and manga enthusiasts. No registration required. Inclusion Movie Night: Tuesday, January 26, 7–8 p.m. Teens and young adults of all abilities—and their familiesand friends—are invited to watch movies and meet new people in a relaxed setting. No registration required.

Programs for YouthFor a complete listing and details of all January programs offered by the Youth Services department, please refer to the Library’sPrograms/Events page. Unless otherwise indicated, program registration begins Saturday, January 2. Priority is given to Batavia PublicLibrary cardholders.

Programs for Families

Drop­In Craft: Stop by and make a craft to take home, Thursday, January 7, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.; or Saturday, January 16, 1–3 p.m. Childrenage 6 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Chess Knight: Students ages 8 and older, teens, and adults are invited to play chess for an hour, Tuesdays, January 12,26, and February 9, 23, 7 p.m. Participants should have a basic knowledge of how to play. No registration required.

Chill Out at the Library: Drop by for some chilly weather activities including games, puzzles, a craft, and hot chocolate, Wednesday,January 13, 4–5:15 p.m. We’ll have some winter­themed books ready for you to check out. No registration required. Antarctic Adventure Winter Library Club: Come on an adventure at the Library during the Winter Library Club, Saturday, January 16–Monday, February 29. Families (at least one parent and one child) may complete the activities described on the log sheet for rewards.Participants must be Batavia Public Library cardholders or have children attending a Batavia school. All Winter Library Club activity logsmust be turned in by 9 p.m., February 29. Bird Watch: Do some indoor bird watching in the Youth Services department, January 16–February 29, with toolsfrom our Observation Station. Winter Library Club participants earn credit on their activity log for completing this search.Pick up directions at the Observation Station and start bird watching! Movie at the Library: Join us for a movie, Monday, January 18, 2 p.m. Please call for movie title, length, and rating.No registration required. Science & Art Fair: Families are invited to explore and learn at the Library’s first science & art fair, Saturday, January 30, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.The open­house format will feature stations by Water Street Studios, Kane County Forest Preserve, DuPage Children’s Museum, Fox

Valley Wildlife Center, Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, and others. Activities are suitable for children preschool age and older. Noregistration required. Programs for Students

Middle School Advisory Council: Students in grades 6–8 will meet Monday, January 11, 4 p.m., to plan activities for students at theLibrary and work on projects to benefit the Library and community. We'll also eat pizza and have fun. New members welcome! Registrationrequired.

Anybook Club: Students in grades 4–8 are invited to join us for snacks, games, and book­related banter, Tuesday, January 12, 4 p.m. Youcan talk about the books you’ve read and we’ll tell you about some you might like. You don’t have to read anything in particular, just come toenjoy book­related activities. Registration required. Book Gems: A book discussion club for students in grades 2–3, Tuesday, January 19, 6:30 p.m. Join us for discussion and activities.Registration required; reserve a copy of the book when registering. Card Games: Students ages 7–14, are invited to play Pokémon, Yu­Gi­Oh, Uno, Go­Fish, and other card games, Thursday, January 21, 4p.m. Bring a deck! No registration required. Curiosity Club: Through books, games, and experiments, students in grades K–2 will explore a variety of science and nature topics,Wednesday, January 27, 4:30 p.m. Each participant will receive a take­home activity. Registration required.

Storytime/Playtime

Baby Play ’n’ Learn: Drop by for playtime for babies ages 23 months and younger and their parents/caregivers, Saturday, January 9, 11a.m. Meet other caregivers, enjoy playtime with your baby, and see examples of early literacy activities. No registration required. Lap Sit Storytime: Enjoy stories, rhymes, and more for children ages 2–3 with a caregiver, Mondays, January 11—February 29; orTuesdays, January 12–March 1, 10 a.m. Registration required. Family Storytime: Bring the whole family for favorite stories, flannelboards, and more for children through age 7, Mondays, January 11–February 29, 6:30 p.m. No registration required. Baby Storytime—Pre­Walkers: An interactive program with stories, songs, and more for babies through 23 months who are not yetwalking and their caregivers, Tuesdays, January 12–March 1, 11 a.m. We ask that alternate care arrangements be made outside of classfor older siblings. Registration required. ABC Storytime: Activities, books, and a craft for children ages 3–6, Wednesdays, January 13–March 2, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m.; or Thursdays,January 14–March 3, 10 a.m. Registration required. Baby & Tot Storytime: Stories, songs, and more for babies and tots through age 35 months with a caregiver, Fridays, January 15–March4, 10 a.m. We ask that alternate care arrangements be made for older siblings. Present your Batavia Public Library card to receive entrytickets. Tickets will be handed out beginning twenty minutes before the program until they are gone. Space is limited. No registrationrequired. Baby Storytime—Walkers: An interactive program with stories, rhymes, and more for babies through 23 months who are walking and theircaregivers, Fridays, January 15–March 4, 11 a.m. We ask that alternate care arrangements be made outside of class for older siblings.Registration required. Preschool Drop­In Storytime: Stories, flannelboards, and more for preschoolers ages 3–6, Fridays, January 15–March 4, 1 p.m. Youngersiblings are welcome. An adult must accompany children under the age of 4. No registration required. Please note: the February 5 storytimewill be offered at 2 p.m. and will feature a visit from Corduroy.

Photos of the Month

Master puppeteer Dave Herzog brought his holiday show, "Frosty's Winter Wonderland" to the Library.

Sneak Peak at FebruaryMarion and Rich Miller of the Kane County Audubon Society discuss the mysterious life of the “Chimney Swifts in Kane County”and why the swift population is decreasing dramatically, Wednesday, February 17, 7 p.m. Learn how society members arehelping the chimney swift by creating new habitats for this beneficial flying wonder and what individuals can do to help.Registration required.

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