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Library Events: July 8th -- July 18th
Quick links to:Adults & Seniors | Teens | Kids | More Info
Adult Movie -- Tuesday, July 8th at 7pm
Join us for popcorn and a movie! All adults are welcome. Call (708) 301-7908 for movie title and more information.
Prairiesmoke Writers Group -- Wednesday, July 9th at 7pm
Stop by the monthly meeting of the library's writers group to discuss your work with other writers. New members are welcome!
Stop by the monthly meeting of the library's writers group to discuss your work with other writers. New members are welcome!
Safety Essentials for New Parents -- Thursday, July 10th at 7pm
Parents will learn basic first aid, choking techniques, basic CPR, poison control, babysitting safety, and other accident prevention techniques. This event is free, but registration is required. To register, visit the circulation desk or call (708) 301-7908.
Parents will learn basic first aid, choking techniques, basic CPR, poison control, babysitting safety, and other accident prevention techniques. This event is free, but registration is required. To register, visit the circulation desk or call (708) 301-7908.
Arm Chair Travelers -- Friday, July 11th from 1:30-3pm
Take a tour of Holland! Experience genuine Dutch culture, study the unique architecture of Amsterdam, and explore the tulip and bulb gardens of Holland.
Take a tour of Holland! Experience genuine Dutch culture, study the unique architecture of Amsterdam, and explore the tulip and bulb gardens of Holland.
Mystery Book Club -- Monday, July 14th at 7pm
Join us as we discuss An Incomplete Revenge by Jacqueline Winspear. New members are welcome!
Great Salad Dressing -- Tuesday, July 15th at 7pm
Chef Niksic returns to share some of the most popular salad dressing recipies he has served during his career. Watch and learn as the dressings are made during the program. This event is free, but registration is required. To register, visit the circulation desk or call (708) 301-7908.
Open Gaming -- Wednesday, July 9th from 6:30-8pm & Wednesday, July 16th from 6:30-8pm
Hang out and play Rock Band at the library! Open to teens in 6th grade and up. Bring your friends and be prepared to rock out!
Hang out and play Rock Band at the library! Open to teens in 6th grade and up. Bring your friends and be prepared to rock out!
Open Gaming for Kids -- Tuesday, July 8th from 10-12pm, Thursday, July 10th from 3-5pm, Tuesday July 15th from 10-12pm, & Thursday, July 17th from 3-5pm
Stop by the library and pick from a variety of board games to play, or choose to show off your moves at Dance Dance Revolution! Play with your own group or with the library's teen volunteers. This is a drop-in session, so stop by at any time!
GrandPal & Knit -- Friday, July 11th at 10am & Friday, July 18th at 10am
Kids ages 8-12 will learn to cast on, knit, purl, and decrease steps while they knit a simple project with Victorian Village residents. One skein of sport weight 4-ply yarn is needed for the first class. Classes meet on Fridays from 10-11:30am on July 11th, July 18th, July 25th, and August 1st. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, visit the circulation desk or call (708) 301-7908.
Kids ages 8-12 will learn to cast on, knit, purl, and decrease steps while they knit a simple project with Victorian Village residents. One skein of sport weight 4-ply yarn is needed for the first class. Classes meet on Fridays from 10-11:30am on July 11th, July 18th, July 25th, and August 1st. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, visit the circulation desk or call (708) 301-7908.
Bookmobile Event: Stories in the Park
It's time to clown around! Join us for stories and crafts in the out of doors at the following local parks:
Tuesday, July 15th from 1-2pm at Willow Walk Park
Tuesday, July 15th from 2:30-3:30pm at Karen Springs Park
Wednesday, July 16th from 1-2pm at Cedar Ridge Park
Wednesday, July 16th from 2:30-3:30 at Kingston Hills Park
Registration for Stories in the Park is recommended (but not required). To register, visit the circulation desk or call (708) 301-7908.
Kids Movie -- Friday, July 18th at 2pm
Join us for popcorn and a movie! Kids in grades 4-6 are welcome. Call (708) 301-7908 for movie title and more information.
Summer Reading Sponsors
The library's Summer Reading Program is in full swing! We would like to thank the businesses that have generously donated prizes for the Summer Reading Program -- you can see a complete list of the businesses by clicking here!
*Posted @ Monday, July 07, 2008 — (Link) 
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Library Closed July 4th & 5th
In observance of the 4th of July, the library will be closed on Friday, July 4th and Saturday, July 5th. We will reopen Monday morning at 8:30 am.Also, please note that the library is not open on Sundays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
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 safe holiday!
*Posted @ Wednesday, July 02, 2008 — (Link)
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Library Events: July 1st -- July 12th
Quick links to:Adults & Seniors | Teens | Kids | More Info
Adult Movie -- Tuesday, July 8th at 7pm
Join us for popcorn and a movie! All adults are welcome. Call (708) 301-7908 for movie title and more information.
Prairiesmoke Writers Group -- Wednesday, July 9th at 7pm
Stop by the monthly meeting of the library's writers group to discuss your work with other writers. New members are welcome!
Safety Essentials for New Parents -- Thursday, July 10th at 7pm
Parents will learn basic first aid, choking techniques, basic CPR, poison control, babysitting safety, and other accident prevention techniques. This event is free, but registration is required. To register, visit the circulation desk or call (708) 301-7908.
Arm Chair Travelers -- Friday, July 11th from 1:30-3pm
Take a tour of Holland! Experience genuine Dutch culture, study the unique architecture of Amsterdam, and explore the tulip and bulb gardens of Holland.
Open Gaming -- Wednesday, July 2nd from 6:30-8pm & Wednesday, July 9th from 6:30-8pm
Hang out and play Rock Band at the library! Open to teens in 6th grade and up. Bring your friends and be prepared to rock out!
Open Gaming for Kids -- Tuesday, July 1st from 10-12pm, Thursday July 3rd from 3-5pm, Tuesday July 8th from 10-12pm, & Thursday, July 10th from 3-5pm
Stop by the library and pick from a variety of board games to play, or choose to show off your moves at Dance Dance Revolution! Play with your own group or with the library's teen volunteers. This is a drop-in session, so stop by at any time!
Kids Craft -- Monday, July 10th at 10am
Make a sports picture holder to take home! There is a $3 fee per child, and children under 6 require adult help.
GrandPal & Knit -- Friday, July 11th at 10am
Kids ages 8-12 will learn to cast on, knit, purl, and decrease steps while they knit a simple project with Victorian Village residents. One skein of sport weight 4-ply yarn is needed for the first class. Classes meet on Fridays from 10-11:30am on July 11th, July 18th, July 25th, and August 1st. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, visit the circulation desk or call (708) 301-7908.
The Friends of the Homer Township Public Library
The Friends of the Homer Library are Homer residents dedicated to supporting the library, providing volunteer services to the library, and developing supplemental funding for special programs, services, and collections at the library. The Friends Group is newly formed, and new members are encouraged to join! Membership is $5 for an individual or $7 for a family. For more information, contact Eileen McCaffrey at (708) 301-9838 or friend@homerlibrary.org. We hope you'll join in the fun!
For more information on library programs, contact (708) 301-7908 or email Heather Colby at hcolby@homerlibrary.org.
*Posted @ Monday, June 30, 2008 — (Link)
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Library Events: June 18th -- June 28th
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ADULTS & SENIORS
Adult Book Discussion -- Wednesday, June 18th at 7:30pm
Join us as we discuss Elizabeth McCraken's "The Giant's House." This is our last adult book club meeting of the summer -- please join us again in September!
Social Security Planning for Your Retirement -- Tuesday, June 24th at 7pm
This one hour seminar covers how the Social Security retirement program works, how to apply, and what you need to know after your benefits begin.
Chick Lit Book Discussion -- Wednesday, June 25th at 7pm
Join us as we discuss Elizabeth Buchan's "Revenge of the Middle-Aged Woman." New members are welcome!
TEENS
Open Gaming: Rock Band and Wii Sports -- Wednesday, June 18th from 6:30 - 8pm, Wednesday June 25th from 6:30 - 8pm
Hang out and play Rock Band and Wii Sports at the library! These are our first summer sessions of open gaming for teens. Open to teens in 6th grade and up. Bring your friends!
Teen Techies -- Tuesday, June 24th from 4-5pm
Discuss the latest trends in technology. Open to teens in 6th grade and up. New members are welcome!
YAC Meeting -- Wednesday, June 25th at 4:30pm
Teens in 6th grade and up are welcome to join the library's Youth Activity Committee! We'll be planning future teen programming and YAC activities. New members are welcome!
Teen Movie -- Friday, June 27th at 1 pm
Join is for popcorn and a movie! All teens are welcome. Call (708) 301-7908 for movie title and more information.
KIDS
Opening Gaming for Kids-- Thursday, June 19th from 3-5pm, Tuesday, June 24th from 10-12pm, and Thursday, June 26th from 3-5pm
Stop by the library and pick from a variety of board games to play, or choose to show off your moves at Dance Dance Revolution! Play with your own group or with the library's teen volunteers. This is a drop-in session, so stop by at any time!
Ferret Program -- Friday, June 20th at 10am
Think you would like a ferret for a pet? Ethel Rodriguez talks about the pros and cons of owning one of these delightful animals. Live animals will be here for you to pet!
Kids Craft -- Monday, June 23rd at 10am
Celebrate summer by making a 4th of July Banner! There is a $3 fee per child, and children under 6 require adult help.
Spanish Connection -- Wednesday, June 25th from 10:30 - 11:30am
Learn vocabulary, popular phrases, and culture as we explore the Spanish language! This is the first of five weekly meetings. Children entering 4th-6th grade are invited to attend. Class size is limited and registration is required. To register, visit the circulation desk or call (708) 301-7908.
July 4th Parade -- Saturday, June 28th at 11am at Culver Park
Visit the Bookmobile after the parade to see "Doc" Morrissey entertain kids of all ages with feats of magic, balloon animals, and the world's only known psychic bunny!
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The Homer Library is on YouTube!
Watch a video of the Bookmobile's successful ACES (Access Creates Excellent Students) grant program at area schools! The program combined Bookmobile visits and afterschool programs to promote reading, and learning, and having fun. Click here to view the video!
For more information on library programs, contact (708) 301-7908 or email Heather Colby at hcolby@homerlibrary.org.
*Posted @ Tuesday, June 17, 2008 — (Link)
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Library Events: June 5th -- June 14th
Quick links to:Adults & Seniors | Teens | Kids | More Info
ADULTS & SENIORS
**A Child's Garden -- Thursday, June 5th at 7 pm
Studies show that children work better when exposed to nature. This parenting session will show parents appropriate garden activities for children.
Homer Library's 25th Anniversary "Festival of Cultures" Celebration -- Saturday, June 7th from 10 - 3 pm
Celebrate the library's 25th anniversary with live entertainment, snacks, raffles, and prizes! For more details, including a full schedule of entertainment, click here! Also, click here to learn 25 things you may not know about the library!
**Traces BUS-eum: Behind Barbed Wire -- Monday, June 9th from 8-11 am
Back due to popular demand! Visit this unique traveling museum and learn about the experiences of WWII POWs from the Midwest. Also at this event, David Molinari will be perfroming "Songs of World War II" and Ray Perisin (WWII POW survivor and Homer Glen resident) will display memorabilia and discuss his experiences.
**Battling Body Images -- Tuesday, June 10 at 7 pm
This solution-focused session will provide parents and educators with an in-depth understanding of body image and issues associated with image disturbances.
Prairiesmoke Writers Group -- Wednesday, June 11th at 7 pm
Stop by the monthly meeting of the library's writers group to discuss your work with other writers. New members are welcome!
**Armchair Travelers -- Thursday, June 12th from 11 - 12:30 pm
Al and Gail Popowits will take you to Venice, Italy! Travel down the Grand Canal, visit the Piazza San Marco, and learn about historic bridges, churches, and palaces.
Adult Movie -- Friday, June 13th at 1 pm
Join us for a movie and popcorn! All adults are welcome. Call (708) 301-7908 for movie title and more information.
TEENS
UPCOMING! Teen Game Nights! -- Wednesdays from June 18 - July 23 from 6:30 - 8 pm
It's game time at the library's open gaming sessions for teens! Play video games like Rock Band or Guitar Hero, or kick it old school with board games. For teens in 6th grade and up -- bring your friends!
KIDS
UPCOMING! Summer Reading Program Kick-Off -- Monday, June 16th
The library's Summer Reading Program starts on June 16th! Stop by the library to meet Jammer, the mascot for the Joliet Jackhammers, from 11am - noon! Kids can also sign up to participate in "Are You Smarter Than a Librarian?" which runs in 30 minutes sessions from 1 -3 pm. For more information, contact Kitty Mitchell at (708) 301-7908.
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Summer Newsletter Now Available!
The Summer 2008 edition of the library newsletter is now available! Inside you will find information on all of our upcoming summer programming, including our summer reading program, bookmobile events, the used book sale, and the return of El Chef Niksic to the library! Copies of the newsletter are available at the library, or you can view it from home by clicking here!
KIDS
UPCOMING! Summer Reading Program Kick-Off -- Monday, June 16th
The library's Summer Reading Program starts on June 16th! Stop by the library to meet Jammer, the mascot for the Joliet Jackhammers, from 11am - noon! Kids can also sign up to participate in "Are You Smarter Than a Librarian?" which runs in 30 minutes sessions from 1 -3 pm. For more information, contact Kitty Mitchell at (708) 301-7908.
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Summer Newsletter Now Available!
The Summer 2008 edition of the library newsletter is now available! Inside you will find information on all of our upcoming summer programming, including our summer reading program, bookmobile events, the used book sale, and the return of El Chef Niksic to the library! Copies of the newsletter are available at the library, or you can view it from home by clicking here!
Lockport Township High School's Summer Reading
Get a jump start on your summer reading! The library now has copies of the books listed on Lockport Township High School's summer reading list. Books are on display at the Help Desk, and we are doing our best to have copies of each book available. Don't know what books you need to read? We have a copy of the reading list, too!
**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.
**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 @ Wednesday, June 04, 2008 — (Link)
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Township Public Library District"Supporting literacy, education, and life-long learning."
14320 W. 151st St. • Homer Glen, IL 60491 • 708-301-7908
Sheree Kozel-La Ha, Library Director
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