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* A Free Showing of The Maltese Falcon at Marcus Theatres! (Big Read)

Celebrate the Big Read with a free showing of the Maltese Falcon (starring Humphrey Bogart; unrated; 101 minutes; 1941) at Marcus Theatres in Orland Park, introduced by Josh Larsen, film critic for the Daily Southtown! This event is on Sunday, October 28th and there are two showtimes: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

While admission is free, tickets are required for admittance. Tickets are limited, so please contact the Homer Library at (708) 301-7908 for more information!


This event is part of the Big Read, an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest.

*Posted @ Wednesday, October 24, 2007   
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* History in Movies

Cathy Schultz writes the syndicated column History in the Movies. Her column has been featured on NPR.org and in newspapers across the nation. On Wednesday, November 14th at 7 p.m., Cathy will discuss the historical accuracy of recently released and upcoming movies. If you love history, movies, or both, this is a must see program!

For more information, call Alex Tyle-Annen at (708) 301-7908.


*Posted @ Tuesday, October 23, 2007   
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* Festive Fashion For Your Home

Looking for new ways to decorate your home? Join us on Wednesday, November 7th at 7 p.m., when Jane Nativo of JPN Interiors will show you simple design principles and answer questions about home decorating.

For more information, call Alex Tyle-Annen at (708) 301-7908.

*Posted @ Thursday, October 18, 2007   
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* Lorenzo Ghiberti Art Program


Join us on Tuesday, November 6th at 7 p.m., when Dr. Michelle Paluch-Mishur will discuss the history of the Gates of Paradise project and Lorenzo Ghiberti's contributions to Italian sculpture.

For more information, call Alex Tyle-Annen at (708) 301-7908.


*Posted @ Thursday, October 18, 2007   
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* Homer Library Connects with the Arts

''Art is All Around You'' at Homer Township Public Library! ''We are proud to partner with the Lemont Art Guild in conjunction with Illinois Arts Week in keeping art a vital and visible part of daily life,'' notes Sheree Kozel-La Ha, library director. The Homer Library showcases local artists each month and displays a variety of artwork throughout the library.

Dates to remember:

PHOTO ART - Thursday, Oct. 11 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Join Nancy and Bill Uznanski of Uznanski Creations Photography and try your hand at hand coloring black and white photographs. A hit last year, people are amazed at the beauty of their work, and this year all who try it can enter a contest for a terrific prize!

MOTHER GOOSE PAJAMA TIME - Sunday, Oct. 14 at 6:30 p.m.
Pajama Story Time will feature Nancy Uznanski as Mother Goose. Participants will hear popular stories of Mother Goose and friends and even learn a thing or two about them. Then before they all leave, children will each receive a little nursery rhyme booklet to color and take home.

WATERCOLOR BOOKMARKS - Thursday, Oct. 18 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Cyn O'Obrien will be back by popular demand as she again guides participants through a joyful experience in creating lovely watercolor book marks.

Members of the Lemont Artists Guild have partnered with the Homer Township Public Library to bring these events to the public, free of charge, as part of Illinois Arts Week to help everyone discover and enjoy some of the artistic talents they have.

''Illinois Arts Week was established in 1978 to focus attention on our state's vast cultural resources and to increase public awareness of the arts,'' states an Illinois Arts Council press release. ''Connect with the Arts'' invites all Illinoisans to establish, deepen, or expand our relationships with the arts.''

For more information, call the Homer Township Public Library at (708) 301-7908.


*Posted @ Wednesday, October 03, 2007   
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* Mystery Book Discussion (Big Read)

Stop by the Homer Library at 10 am (please note the correct time) on Wednesday, October 10th to discuss Dashiell Hammett's "The Maltese Falcon." This discussion will be facilitated by Jennie Spallone of Sisters in Crime, the "world-wide organization for women writing mysteries."

You are also invited to participate in our online book discussion moderated by the Daily Southtown at www.homerlibrary.org/maltesefalcon.asp and read what others are saying about this classic detective novel!


The Big Read: Four Communities Reading Together

This event is part of the Big Read, an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest.



*Posted @ Tuesday, October 02, 2007   
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* The Maltese Falcon, from Print to Screen (Big Read)

On Thursday, October 4th at 7 pm, Mike Black and Julie Hyzy of Mystery Writers of America will be viewing clips and discussing the three filmed versions of The Maltese Falcon. This event is free, and registration is not required.

The Big Read: Four Communities Reading Together

This event is part of the Big Read, an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest.

*Posted @ Tuesday, October 02, 2007   
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