Homer Township Public Library

Chick Lit Book Discussion -- Tuesday, April 28th at 7pm
Join us as we discuss Names My Sisters Call Me by Megan Crane. Books are available at the library for check out. New members are welcome!

Advanced eBay -- Wednesday, April 29th at 7pm
Now that you've sold your items on eBay, how do you maneuver around your eBay account? This eBay lecture will take you into more details on the famous internet auction website. You will learn how to edit a live auction and how to check to see how many people have looked at your auction. You'll also learn how to process sold auctions with invoices and packing slips. You'll see how to process payments through the PayPal website, along with how to pay your eBay fees, how to generate positive feedback and handle disputes, and much more.

Training to be Top Dog -- Thursday, April 30th at 7pm

Presenter Alex Brooks will cover behavior-related issues including how to train an aggressive, timid, or overactive dog; basic commands; ending excessive barking; leash training; tips for purchasing a dog; the differences between pet shops; private breeders and shelter dogs; understanding your dogs; understanding your dog's body language; and how to introduce a new dog into the home or to an existing dog. No pets please!

Route 66 on a Tank of Gas -- Tuesday, May 5th at 7pm
Many travelers believe that Route 66 in Illinois has more attractions per mile than any other state. With our current economy, people are deciding to remain closer to home on their vacations. For a short day trip, try the "triange route," taking Route 66 to St. Louis, and returning on the Great River Road and the Lincoln Highway. Learn more about Route 66 at this fascinating and fun program!

Armchair Travelers: Russia -- Friday, May 8th at 1:30pm

Michael Gauer will take you on a trip to Russia. Discover the architecture and culture of this country through color photographs and personal experiences. Light refreshments will be served.

YAC Meeting -- Wednesday, April 29th at 4:30pm
Stop by the monthly meeting of the library's Youth Activity Committee! We will be holding a photo scavenger hunt in the library and it's going to be awesome! We'll also be giving an update on the success of the YAC-sponsored Jean Drive that's currently being held at the library. Open to teens in 6th grade and up.

Teen Book Discussion -- Tuesday, May 5th at 7pm

We'll be discussing The Key to the Golden Firebird by Maureen Johnson and talking about any other books that we've been reading! Open to teens in 6th grade and up.

Lego Time -- Tuesday, April 28th from 4:30 - 5:30pm
Build your own Lego design to display in the library! All ages are welcome to participate. Legos will be provided.

Author Visit: Suzanne Morgan Williams -- Thursday, May 7th from 4:30 - 6pm
Childrens author Suzanne Morgan Williams' latest book, Bull Rider, has been selected by the Junior Library Guild for their Spring 2009 collection. Join us as Ms. Williams discusses skateboarding, bull riding, and how a young boy copes with the return of a wounded brother from the war. During the program, participants will help create a Rodeo Mural and design their own Brand to be displayed in the library. This event would make a great Scout outing! Please reserve your spot at the library by calling (708) 301-7908. Participation is limited.

Bookmobile Event: TLC Animal Shelter Donation Drive

In honor of National Be Kind to Animals Week, the Homer Library Bookmobile, in partnership with the TLC Animal Shelter, is holding a donation drive. TLC is in need of the following items: paper towels, postage stamps, foam floor squeegees, non-clumping kitty litter, money for veterinary services/utility bills/etc., and gift cards for Menards, Home Depot, or gas cards. Donations will be accepted on the Bookmobile from April 27th through May 27th. Thank you for your support!

Jean Drive
We've received many donations for the library's Jean Drive -- thank you to all who have donated! We will continue to take jean donations throughout the month of May. All sizes are accepted (jeans only, please). Jeans will be donated to the Daybreak Shelter in Joliet. The Jean Drive is sponsored by the Homer Library's Youth Activity Committee. Thank you for your support!

10 Weeks to a Tech Savvy Parent!

The Homer Library is proud to offer our newest online program -- 10 Weeks to a Tech Savvy Parent! This program is a FREE online course for parents, adults, and other patrons interested in learning more about popular websites and Web 2.0 tools. This course will cover introductions to the various websites and tools, discuss how these websites and tools would be useful for both adults and children, and also promote Internet safety. Participants can read articles and watch tutorial videos on tools such as online communities, blogs, RSS aggregators, video sharing and more! 10 Weeks to a Tech Savvy Parent is hosted on Learnhub's website, a social networking site for teaching and learning. To enroll in the program, click on this link: http://learnhub.com/courses/906-10-weeks-to-a-tech-savvy-parent and click on the "enroll" button on the blue tab. Participants can learn at their own pace, and don't worry, there isn't any homework! For more information, contact the library's Adult Services Department at askalibrarian@homerlibrary.org.

Prairiesmoke Writers Group

The monthly meeting of the library's writers group is still going strong! Stop by to discuss your work with other writers and have fun with some group writing assignments. New members are welcome! Writers of all levels are encouraged to attend. Registration is not required.

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

*Posted @ Monday, April 27, 2009

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Library Events: April 20th -- May 2nd

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Adults & Seniors | Teens | Kids | More Info

Knitting Group -- Tuesday, April 21st at 7pm
Bring your yarns and needles and join the library's monthly knitting club! Meet other knitters and view each other's projects. The group meets on the third Tuesday of every month.

Investing for Your Future in Today's Market -- Wednesday, April 22nd at 6:30pm
Learn how today's economy affects everyone in the household. Bring the entire family to this event and take a look at today's economic environment and the impact on your investments. Learn what you should do today and how you should invest for the future. While adults participate in this informative session, children are invited to join Junior Achievement of Chicago's financial literacy and economic programs. Topics include Basic Banking Services, Basic Finance (Youth), Budgeting and Saving, Investing and Saving.

Chick Lit Book Discussion -- Tuesday, April 28th at 7pm

Join us as we discuss Names My Sisters Call Me by Megan Crane. Books are available at the library for check out. New members are welcome!

Advanced eBay -- Wednesday, April 29th at 7pm

Now that you've sold your items on eBay, how do you maneuver around your eBay account? This eBay lecture will take you into more details on the famous internet auction website. You will learn how to edit a live auction and how to check to see how many people have looked at your auction. You'll also learn how to process sold auctions with invoices and packing slips. You'll see how to process payments through the PayPal website, along with how to pay your eBay fees, how to generate positive feedback and handle disputes, and much more.

Training to be Top Dog -- Thursday, April 30th at 7pm
Presenter Alex Brooks will cover behavior-related issues including how to train an aggressive, timid, or overactive dog; basic commands; ending excessive barking; leash training; tips for purchasing a dog; the differences between pet shops; private breeders and shelter dogs; understanding your dogs; understanding your dog's body language; and how to introduce a new dog into the home or to an existing dog. No pets please!

YAC Meeting -- Wednesday, April 29th at 4:30pm

Stop by the monthly meeting of the library's Youth Activity Committee! Open to teens in 6th grade and up. New members are welcome!

Mother's Day Craft -- Tuesday, April 21st at 4:30pm
Create a Mother's Day flowerpot! Children 6 and under require adult help. There is a $3 fee. To register, call (708) 301-7908.

Culture Club: Peru -- Saturday, April 25th from 10 - 11:30am

Travel to faraway lands and explore food and customs from Peru! For children in grades 2 - 5. Space is limited, so registration is required. To register, call (708) 301-7908.

Family Movie Night -- Sunday, April 26th 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.

Lego Time -- Tuesday, April 28th from 4:30 - 5:30pm

Build your own Lego design to display in the library! All ages are welcome to participate. Legos will be provided.

Author Visit: Suzanne Morgan Williams -- Thursday, May 7th from 4:30 - 6pm

Childrens author Suzanne Morgan Williams' latest book, Bull Rider, has been selected by the Junior Library Guild for their Spring 2009 collection. Join us as Ms. Williams discusses skateboarding, bull riding, and how a young boy copes with the return of a wounded brother from the war. During the program, participants will help create a Rodeo Mural and design their own Brand to be displayed in the library. This event would make a great Scout outing! Please reserve your spot at the library by calling (708) 301-7908. Participation is limited.

Upcoming! Route 66 on a Tank of Gas -- Tuesday, May 5th at 7pm

Many travelers believe that Route 66 in Illinois has more attractions per mile than any other state. With our current economy, people are deciding to remain closer to home on their vacations. For a short day trip, try the "triange route," taking Route 66 to St. Louis, and returning on the Great River Road and the Lincoln Highway. Learn more about Route 66 at this fascinating and fun program!

May 1st: Sign Up Begins for May Computer Classes

Friday, May 1st is the first day patrons can sign up for the Microsoft Office 2007 computer classes being held in May. Classes will be held on laptops (provided by the library) in the library's meeting room. Drinks and food are not allowed. Class size is limited to 5 participants. Classes are free. The schedule is as follows:

Basics of Microsoft Office Word 2007

May 4th at 6:30pm

Basics of Microsoft Office Excel 2007

May 6th at 6:30pm

May 7th at 6:30pm

May 12th at 6:30pm

May 16th at 9am

Basics of Microsoft PowerPoint 2007

May 28th at 6:30pm

Funding for this program is brought to you as part of a grant that was awarded to the Homer Township Public Library by the Illinois State Library (ISL), a Division of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), under the federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

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

*Posted @ Monday, April 20, 2009

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Library Events: April 14th -- April 25th

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Adults & Seniors | Teens | Kids | More Info

eBay for Beginners -- Tuesday, April 14th at 7pm
Interested in selling items on eBay? Learn the basics of selling items on the popular auction site, including creating an account, writing appealing item descriptions, and more.

Adult Book Discussion -- Wednesday, April 15th at 7:30pm
Join us as we discuss The Stolen Child by Keith Donohue. Books are available at the library for check out. New members are encouraged to attend!

Armchair Travelers: Spain & Morocco -- Friday, April 17th at 1:30pm
Sonia Lawrentz will guide you on a tour of Southern Spain & Morocco. Explore the Costa del Sol, historic Seville, and the bullfighting in Malaga. Then cross the Strait of Gibraltar to discover Moroccan architecture and communities. Light refreshments will be served.

Knitting Group -- Tuesday, April 21st at 7pm

Bring your yarns and needles and join the library's monthly knitting club! Meet other knitters and view each other's projects. The group meets on the third Tuesday of every month.

Investing for Your Future in Today's Market -- Wednesday, April 22nd at 6:30pm

Learn how today’s economy affects everyone in the household. Bring the entire family to this event and take a look at today’s economic environment and the impact on your investments. Learn what you should do today and how you should invest for the future. While adults participate in this informative session, children are invited to join Junior Achievement of Chicago’s financial literacy and economic programs. Topics include Basic Banking Services, Basic Finance (Youth), Budgeting and Saving, Investing and Saving.

Teen Manga Group -- Thursday, April 16th at 6:30pm
It's movie night, so we'll be watching an anime film and eating popcorn! Please note that the movie begins at 6:30pm (instead of at our regular meeting time of 7pm) and ends at 8:30pm, so if you are getting picked up, please make sure that your ride is here at 8:30pm! Open to teens in 6th grade and up.

Culture Club: Peru -- Saturday, April 25th from 10 - 11:30am
Travel to faraway lands and explore food and customs from Peru! For children in grades 2 - 5. Space is limited, so registration is required. To register, call (708) 301-7908.

Mother's Day Craft -- Tuesday, April 21st at 4:30pm

Create a Mother's Day flowerpot! children 6 and under require adult help. There is a $3 fee. To register, call (708) 301-7908.

Upcoming! Training to be Top Dog -- Thursday, April 30th at 7pm

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

*Posted @ Tuesday, April 14, 2009

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Bookmobile Service Cancelled: Monday, April 13th

Bookmobile service has been cancelled for today, Monday, April 13th, due to mechanical maintenance. Service will resume tomorrow.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

*Posted @ Monday, April 13, 2009

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Library Closed: Friday, April 10th, and Sunday, April 12th

The library will also be closed on Friday, April 10th in observance of Good Friday and Sunday, April 12th in observance of Easter.

We will be, however, be open regular hours (8:30 - 4pm) on Saturday, April 11th!

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

Have a great holiday!

*Posted @ Thursday, April 09, 2009

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Library Events: April 6th -- April 18th

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Adults & Seniors | Teens | Kids | More Info

Altered Bottle Caps -- Monday, April 6th at 7pm

Learn how to recycle your old bottle caps and make a piece of art! All supplies are provided. Open to teens and adults.

Property Tax Issues -- Monday, April 6th at 7pm

Pat McGuire, Will County Treasurer, will discuss property tax issues at the Homer Township Public Library. Come to this information packed session to learn more about property taxes such as assessments, exemptions, etc. Bring your questions!

Prairiesmoke Writers Group -- Wednesday, April 8th at 7pm
We need your input! Join us as we discuss ideas for future meetings. Writers of all levels are encouraged to attend.

Friends of the Library Meeting -- Thursday, April 9th 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!

Mystery Book Club -- Monday, April 13th at 7pm

Join us as we discuss Artifacts by Mary Anna Evans! Books are available at the library for check out. New members are encouraged to attend!

eBay for Beginners -- Tuesday, April 14th at 7pm

Interested in selling items on eBay? Learn the basics of selling items on the popular auction site, including creating an account, writing appealing item descriptions, and more.

Adult Book Discussion -- Wednesday, April 15th at 7:30pm

Join us as we discuss The Stolen Child by Keith Donohue. Books are available at the library for check out. New members are encouraged to attend!

Armchair Travelers: Spain & Morocco -- Friday, April 17th at 1:30pm

Sonia Lawrentz will guide you on a tour of Southern Spain & Morocco. Explore the Costa del Sol, historic Seville, and the bullfighting in Malaga. Then cross the Strait of Gibraltar to discover Moroccan architecture and communities. Light refreshments will be served.

Altered Bottle Caps -- Monday, April 6th at 7pm
Learn how to recycle your old bottle caps and make a piece of art! All supplies are provided. Open to teens and adults.

Teen Book Discussion -- Tuesday, April 7th at 7pm
Join us as we discuss Devilish by Maureen Johnson. Books are available at the library for check out! Open to teens in 6th grade and up.

Teen Manga Group -- Thursday, April 16th at 6:30pm

It's movie night, so we'll be watching an anime film and eating popcorn! Please note that the movie begins at 6:30pm (instead of at our regular meeting time of 7pm) and ends at 8:30pm, so if you are getting picked up, please make sure that your ride is here at 8:30pm! Open to teens in 6th grade and up.

Upcoming! Culture Club: Peru -- Saturday, April 25th from 10 - 11:30am

Travel to faraway lands and explore food and customs from Peru! For children in grades 2 - 5. Space is limited, so registration is required. To register, call (708) 301-7908.