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* Library Closed: Dec. 31st & Jan. 1st

In observance of New Year's, the library will be closed Wednesday, December 31st and Thursday, January 1st. We will reopen Friday morning at 8:30 am. (Bookmobile service will also be suspended from December 22nd - January 3rd).

When the library is closed, you can still:
+ chat online with a librarian through our ASKAWAY service
+ use our library databases
+ search our catalog.

We hope you have a happy new year!

*Posted @ Tuesday, December 30, 2008 
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* Library opening at 10:00 am on 12/26.

Due to inclement weather, the library is opening at 10:00 am on Friday, December 26th.

When the library is closed, you can still:
+ chat online with a librarian through our ASKAWAY service
+ use our library databases
+ search our catalog.


We apologize for any inconvenience.

*Posted @ Friday, December 26, 2008 
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* Library Closed: Tuesday, Dec. 23rd at 4pm

Due to inclement weather, the library is closed on Tuesday, December 23rd. We will reopen on Friday, December 26th at 8:30 am.

When the library is closed, you can still:
+ chat online with a librarian through our ASKAWAY service
+ use our library databases
+ search our catalog.

We apologize for any inconvenience, and hope that you stay safe today!

*Posted @ Tuesday, December 23, 2008 
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* Library Closed: Dec. 24th & Dec. 25th

In observance of Christmas, the library will be closed Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th. We will reopen Friday morning at 8:30 am. (Bookmobile service will also be suspended from December 22nd - January 3rd).

When the library is closed, you can still:
+ chat online with a librarian through our ASKAWAY service
+ use our library databases
+ search our catalog.

We hope you have a wonderful holiday!

*Posted @ Tuesday, December 23, 2008 
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* Library Closed: Friday, Dec. 19th

Due to inclement weather, the library is closed on Friday, December 19th. We will reopen Saturday morning at 8:30 am.

When the library is closed, you can still:
+ chat online with a librarian through our ASKAWAY service
+ use our library databases
+ search our catalog.

We apologize for any inconvenience, and hope that you stay safe today!

*Posted @ Friday, December 19, 2008 
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* Library Events: Dec. 15th -- Dec. 27th

Quick links to:

Teens | More Info


YAC Meeting -- Wednesday, December 17th at 4:30pm
We'll be celebrating the holidays by making gingerbread houses! Open to teens in 6th grade and up.

Teen Manga Group -- Thursday, December 18th at 7pm
It's the Teen Manga Group's Holiday Cosplay Party! Come dressed in your finest cosplay costume or manga-inspired outfit! Open to teens in 6th grade and up.


Library Closed
In observance of Christmas, the library will be closed Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th. We will reopen Friday morning at 8:30 am. (Bookmobile service will also be suspended from December 22nd - January 3rd).

When the library is closed, you can still:
+ chat online with a librarian through our ASKAWAY service
+ search our catalog.

We hope you have a wonderful holiday!

DVDs at the Homer Library
Why not give a gift to the Homer Library this holiday? We are currently accepting new and gently used DVD movie donations to establish a new DVD collection. Children and family movies are our first priority, but we will gladly accept any donation (Homer Library reserves the right to add what is most appropriate for the collection and recycle what may not be added). Thank you for your support!

For more information on library programs, contact (708) 301-7908 or email Heather Colby at hcolby@homerlibrary.org.


*Posted @ Monday, December 15, 2008 
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* Jewel Shop & Share: Dec. 15, 16, 17

Did you know that you can support the Homer Library while you do your grocery shopping? On December 15, 16, & 17, the Friends of the Homer Library is sponsoring a Shop & Share at Jewel-Osco grocery stores. It's simple - just hand the cashier a Shop & Share Slip (available at the library's circulation desk) when you're at the register! Slips can be used at any Jewel-Osco. Call the library at (708) 301-7908 for more information. Thank you for your support!

*Posted @ Monday, December 08, 2008 
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* Scholastic Book Fair at the Homer Library

The Homer Library is holding a Scholastic Book Fair from Monday, December 8th through Sunday, December 14th! Items for sale include fiction and non-fiction books for children and teens (even some adult books too!), posters, crafts, activity books, and more. Stop by at any time during regular library hours to browse and purchase items (cash, checks, and credit cards are accepted). This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Homer Library. Thank you for your support!

*Posted @ Monday, December 08, 2008 
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* Library Events: Dec. 8th -- Dec. 20th

Quick links to:

Adults & Seniors | Teens | Kids | More Info


Mystery Book Club -- Monday, December 8th at 7pm
Join us as we discuss Open Season by C.J. Box. New members are welcome!

Prairiesmoke Writers Group -- Wednesday, December 10th at 7pm
Stop by the monthly meeting of the library's writers group to discuss your work with other writers. New members are welcome!

Adult Book Discussion -- Wednesday, December 10th at 7:30pm
Join us as we read Letter From Point Clear by Dennis McFarland. New members are welcome!

Friends of the Library Meeting -- Thursday, December 11th at 7pm
All Friends of the Library (or those interested in becoming a Friend!) are invited to the monthly Friends meeting at the library. We'll be discussing future projects and fundraising ideas, and we'd love to hear your input!

Armchair Travelers: Brazil -- Friday, December 12th from 1:30 to 3pm
Join Sara Drower as she explores Brazil by leading us through the little visited Pantanal region, a visit to Sao Paulo, and a festival in the colonial city of Salvador. Light refreshments will be served.

YAC Meeting -- Wednesday, December 17th at 4:30pm
We'll be celebrating the holidays by making gingerbread houses! Open to teens in 6th grade and up.

Teen Manga Group -- Thursday, December 18th at 7pm
It's the Teen Manga Group's Holiday Cosplay Party! Come dressed in your finest cosplay costume or manga-inspired outfit! Open to teens in 6th grade and up.


Family Movie Night -- Sunday, December 14th at 4:30pm
Gather the family and head to the library for our Family Movie Night! Popcorn and beverages will be provided. Call the library at (708) 301-7908 for movie title and rating.


Story Time and Wiggles & Giggles
As a reminder to parents, this is the final week of Story Time and Wiggles & Giggles! Both programs end for the year as of December 11th. We look forward to seeing you again at the January sign-up for 2009 programs!

Mitten Drive
The Youth Advisory Committee is sponsoring a Mitten Drive at the library! We are accepting new gloves, mittens, hats, and scarves (and gently used winter coats) for men, women, teens, and children. Items can be dropped off at the library during the entire month of December. All items will be donated to a local shelter. Thank you for your support!

For more information on library programs, contact (708) 301-7908 or email Heather Colby at hcolby@homerlibrary.org.


*Posted @ Monday, December 08, 2008 
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* Barnes & Noble Bookfair: Saturday, Dec. 6th!

On Saturday, December 6th, the Homer Township Public Library is hosting a bookfair at Barnes & Noble in Orland Park. Plan your holiday shopping for that day and help out the library! Simply mention the Homer Library when you are making a purchase and a percentage of the net sales will be donated to the library for our collection and programs.

The bookfair runs from 9 am to 11pm, but stop by the store between 9am and 1pm for library-hosted events and complementary gift wrapping.

Thank you for your support!

*Posted @ Tuesday, December 02, 2008 
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* Library Events: Dec. 2nd -- Dec. 13th

Quick links to:

Adults & Seniors | Teens | More Info



Mystery Book Club -- Monday, December 8th at 7pm
Join us as we discuss Open Season by C.J. Box. New members are welcome!

Prairiesmoke Writers Group -- Wednesday, December 10th at 7pm
Stop by the monthly meeting of the library's writers group to discuss your work with other writers. New members are welcome!

Friends of the Library Meeting -- Thursday, December 11th at 7pm
All Friends of the Library (or those interested in becoming a Friend!) are invited to the monthly Friends meeting at the library. We'll be discussing future projects and fundraising ideas, and we'd love to hear your input!

Armchair Travelers: Brazil -- Friday, December 12th from 1:30 to 3pm
Join Sara Drower as she explores Brazil by leading us through the little visited Pantanal region, a visit to Sao Paulo, and a festival in the colonial city of Salvador. Light refreshments will be served.


Teen Book Club -- Tuesday, December 2nd at 7pm
Join us as we discuss The Fortunes of Indigo Skye by Deb Caletti and any other books we've been reading! Open to teens in 6th grade and up.


Scholastic Book Fair at the Homer Library
Mark your calendars! The Homer Library is holding a Scholastic Book Fair during the entire week of December 8th - December 14th. A variety of books for children and teens will be available, so stop by anytime to browse or purchase items! This fundraiser is sponsored by the Friends of the Homer Library.

For more information on library programs, contact (708) 301-7908 or email Heather Colby at hcolby@homerlibrary.org.


*Posted @ Tuesday, December 02, 2008 
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