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* Library Events: July 27th -- Aug. 8th

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ADULTS & SENIORS

Cornerstone Career Solutions Workshop -- Thursday, July 30th at 7pm
Cornerstone Career Solutions help individuals with disabilities reach their highest potential in their chosen career field. Each person receives individualized training and services that are designed to meet his/her particular career needs and choices. Cornerstone Career Solutions serves individuals of all disability populations with a wide range of functional skills and abilities.

TEENS

Teen Manga Group -- Tuesday, July 28th at 7pm
Come on down to the library for the next TMG meeting, where we'll be making plans for our August cosplay party! Open to teens in 6th grade & up.

YAC Bowling Party -- Thursday, July 30th at 4pm at Orland Bowl
Teens from the Homer Library will be bowling against teens from the Orland Park, Frankfort, and Tinley Park libraries for a trophy! The cost is $5 per teen, which includes 3 games of bowling, shoe rental, unlimited cheese pizza, and soda! Space is limited to 20, so registration is required. Teens do not have to be members of the Youth Activity Committee to bowl! Participants must provide their own transportation. Library staff will be in attendance. Please note that due to the bowling party, there will not be a YAC meeting on Wednesday, July 29th. To register, call (708) 301-7908 or email Heather at hcolby@homerlibrary.org.

Teen Book Discussion -- Tuesday, August 4th at 7pm
It's reader's choice again at the Teen Book Club! Teens can choose to read How to Be Bad by Lauren Myracle, E. Lockhart, and Sarah Mlynowski or The Blue Girl by Charles de Lint (or both!). Both books are available at the library for check out. Open to teens in 6th grade and up.

DIY Room Decorations -- Wednesday, July 5th at 7pm
Decorate your room with veggies and newspaper! Make a unique veggie patterned pillowcase and newspaper flowers to add some style to your personal space. Participants must bring their own white or light colored pillowcase. All other supplies will be provided. For teens in 6th grade & up. Registration suggested.

KIDS

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

Cold Blooded Creatures -- Wednesday, July 29th at 1:30pm at Culver Park
Do you have the guts to touch a real live alligator or snake? Jim Nesci is bringing his show to Culver Park! Jim employs a hands-on approach to deliver information about reptiles, their native habitat, their individual personalities, their eating habits, and conservation of the animals. This program is free!

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Used Book Sale: Donations and Sale Hours
The library is now accepting donations for our Used Book Sale! Due to space constraints, we are asking that patrons drop off donations on the following days only: Friday, July 24th through Wednesday, August 5th. We will be accepting gently used books, although we cannot take encyclopedias over 5 years old, items in poor condition, magazines, or textbooks.

As for the sale itself, the public is invited to purchase paperbacks for 25 cents and hardcovers for 50 cents on Friday, August 7th from 9am - 4:30pm and Saturday, August 8th from 9am - 3pm. On Monday, August 10th from 9am - 8pm, patrons can fill a library bag for $5.00 ("green" bags are included in the cost.) On Tuesday, August 11th and Wednesday, August 12th from 9am - 8pm, items will be available at a special offer of buy 1 get 2 free!

Friends of the Homer Library are invited to a special Friends pre-sale on Thursday, August 6th from 5 - 8pm. Not a friend? It's easy to become one! Sign up at the circulation desk -- just show your library card! There is a $5 fee for an individual membership, or a $7 fee for a family membership. For more information on the Friends of the Homer Library, click here!

The End of the Summer Reading Program & Teen Intern Program
Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's Summer Reading Program! The program ended on July 25th and winning tickets were pulled on July 27th. Congratulations to those who won prizes! For the teens who participated in the Teen Intern Program, please let Heather know if you need a letter stating your hours. Thank you for volunteering at the library this summer!

We're on Facebook & Twitter!
Did you know that the Homer Township Public Library has Facebook and Twitter pages? It's true! By becoming a fan of the library of Facebook or following the library on Twitter, you'll discover all of the latest information on programming, special events, and library news. You can see our Facebook page by clicking here and our Twitter page by clicking here!

Our Brand New Teen Section!
The Homer Library is excited to announce the beginning stages of our new Teen Section have begun! The YA books have been moved from the children's room to the area behind the Help Desk (which previously held our reference collection, which we've shifted over a few aisles). Just today we've added new chairs to the area, and there is more to come! Have suggestions for us about the Teen Section? Let us know!

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


*Posted @ Monday, July 27, 2009 
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* Library Events: July 22nd -- Aug. 1st

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Cornerstone Career Solutions Workshop -- Thursday, July 30th at 7pm
Cornerstone Career Solutions help individuals with disabilities reach their highest potential in their chosen career field. Each person receives individualized training and services that are designed to meet his/her particular career needs and choices. Cornerstone Career Solutions serves individuals of all disability populations with a wide range of functional skills and abilities.


Trivia Game Night -- Wednesday, July 22nd at 7pm
Join us for a fun night of trivia at the Homer Library! Teens in grades 6 and up are invited to take part in the trivia game night.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting -- Thursday, July 23rd at 7pm
Teens in 9-12 grades are invited to join the Homer Library's new Teen Advisory Board! Members will have the opportunity to influence the Homer Library's teen services. TAB will meet once a month to discuss books, programming, and other library topics. Members will receive volunteer hours for attending TAB meetings.

Teen Manga Group -- Tuesday, July 28th at 7pm
Come on down to the library for the next TMG meeting, where we'll be making plans for our August cosplay party! Open to teens in 6th grade & up.

YAC Bowling Party -- Thursday, July 30th at 4pm at Orland Bowl
Teens from the Homer Library will be bowling against teens from the Orland Park, Frankfort, and Tinley Park libraries for a trophy! The cost is $5 per teen, which includes 3 games of bowling, shoe rental, unlimited cheese pizza, and soda! Space is limited to 20, so registration is required. Teens do not have to be members of the Youth Activity Committee to bowl! Participants must provide their own transportation. Library staff will be in attendance. Please note that due to the bowling party, there will not be a YAC meeting on Wednesday, July 29th. To register, call (708) 301-7908 or email Heather at hcolby@homerlibrary.org.


Fancy Nancy in Polish -- Thursday, July 23rd at 6:30pm
Polish-speaking kids ages 6-10 are cordially invited to a posh soiree (a fancy name for "fancy party"). Put on your fancy duds and join us for fun and crafts! Posh refreshments will be served. Registration is required; to register call (708) 301-7908.

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

Cold Blooded Creatures -- Wednesday, July 29th at 1:30pm at Culver Park
Do you have the guts to touch a real live alligator or snake? Jim Nesci is bringing his show to Culver Park! Jim employs a hands-on approach to deliver information about reptiles, their native habitat, their individual personalities, their eating habits, and conservation of the animals. This program is free!


Last Week of Summer Reading!
This week marks the final week of the Summer Reading Program. You can stop in any time this week, including Saturday, to log your minutes. Readers who have reached their goal will receive a bonus ticket for the grand prizes! Winning tickets will be pulled on Monday. Thank you for participating in the Summer Reading Program -- we hope you read some great books!

Used Book Sale -- Accepting Donations as of July 24th
The library will soon be accepting donations for our Used Book Sale! Due to space constraints, we are asking that patrons drop off donations on the following days only: Friday, July 24th through Wednesday, August 5th. We will be accepting gently used books, although we cannot take encyclopedias over 5 years old, items in poor condition, magazines, or textbooks. The Used Book Sale will run from August 7th through August 12th, with a special Friends' Night pre-sale on Thursday, August 6th for patrons who are Friends of the Homer Library. Thank you for your help in making this event a success!

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


*Posted @ Wednesday, July 22, 2009 
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* Library Events: July 15th -- July 25th

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Chick Lit Book Discussion -- Wednesday, July 15th at 7pm
Stop by to discuss The Other Woman by Jane Green. Books are now available at the library for check out. New members are welcome!

Adult Book Discussion -- Wednesday, July 15th at 7:30pm
Join us as we discuss A Lesson Before Dying by Ernest J. Gaines. Books are now available at the library for check out. New members are welcome!

Comedy with the Improv Commandos -- Monday, July 20th at 7pm
Join us for a fun night of comedy with this Western Springs-based group. If you're a fan of the TV show "Whose Line Is It Anyway," you'll love this program of short improvisational skits based on suggestions from the audience. Show is rated PG.


Teen Movie Night -- Thursday, July 16th at 7pm
Grab your friends and head to the library's Teen Movie Night! We'll provide the popcorn and drinks. Call the library at (708) 301-7908 for movie title and length. Open to teens in 6th grade and up.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting -- Thursday, July 23rd at 7pm
Teens in 9-12 grades are invited to join the Homer Library's new Teen Advisory Board! Members will have the opportunity to influence the Homer Library's teen services. TAB will meet once a month to discuss books, programming, and other library topics. Members will receive volunteer hours for attending TAB meetings.


Trivia Game Night -- Wednesday, July 15th at 7pm
Join us for a fun night of trivia at the Homer Library! Kids in grades 3 - 5 are invited to take part in the trivia game night. Kids in grades 6 and up are invited to trivia game night on Wednesday, July 22nd at 7pm.

Thursday Morning Family Movie -- Thursday, July 16th at 10am
Gather the family and head to the library for our Thursday Morning Family Movie! Popcorn and beverages will be provided. Call the library at (708) 301-7908 for movie title and rating.

Babysitting Class -- Saturday, July 18th from 9am to noon
Learn basic first aid, how to plan and prepare for babysitting jobs, change diapers and much more! For kids ages 10 and up. Registration at the circulation desk is required as space is limited, and there is a $20 fee per participant.

Trivia Game Night -- Wednesday, July 22nd at 7pm
Join us for a fun night of trivia at the Homer Library! Kids in grades 6 and up are invited to take part in the trivia game night.

Hoffman's Kingdom of Animals -- Wednesday, July 22nd at Hadley School
Meet Slim Jim the Boa and all of his friends up close and personal! There will be audience participation -- are you brave enough to attend? Due to space constraints, this program will be held at Hadley School on Bell Road.

Fancy Nancy in Polish -- Thursday, July 23rd at 6:30pm
Polish-speaking kids ages 6-10 are cordially invited to a posh soiree (a fancy name for "fancy party"). Put on your fancy duds and join us for fun and crafts! Posh refreshments will be served. Registration is required; to register call (708) 301-7908.


Used Book Sale -- Accepting Donations as of July 24th
The library will soon be accepting donations for our Used Book Sale! Due to space constraints, we are asking that patrons drop off donations on the following days only: Friday, July 24th through Wednesday, August 5th. We will be accepting gently used books, although we cannot take encyclopedias over 5 years old, items in poor condition, magazines, or textbooks. The Used Book Sale will run from August 7th through August 12th, with a special Friends' Night pre-sale on Thursday, August 6th for patrons who are Friends of the Homer Library. Information regarding sale times for each day will be coming soon. Thank you for your help in making this event a success!

Teen Craft Supplies
The Homer Library will be holding various teen craft workshops within the coming months and we are asking for patron donations of craft supplies! We will be using the following items: altoid tins, glue, magnets, beads/jewelry supplies, capri-suns/juice boxes, sewing supplies, empty CD cases, modpodge, inkpads, canvas and paint (for canvas). If you have any of these items and are willing to donate them to the library, please drop them off at any time. Thank you for your support of our teen programming!

Brookfield Zoo Passes
Did you know that the Homer Library has a limited number of Brookfield Zoo passes available for check out? It's true! More information can be found by clicking here!

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


*Posted @ Wednesday, July 15, 2009 
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* Library Closed: Saturday, July 4th

In observance of the 4th of July, the library will be closed on Saturday, July 4th. We will reopen Monday morning at 8:30 am.

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 safe holiday!


*Posted @ Thursday, July 02, 2009 
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