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Art Gallery and Display The Library has a new dimensional art display in addition to the art gallery. Works of emerging and established local artists are displayed. For information about the art featured, visit the Reference or Information Desks. Art gallery (second floor) September Main Street Youth Students mixed media October Tobin Fraley photography November Eleanor McDonald oil December Judy Skulborstad pastel Dimensional art display (case located on the first floor behind the stairs) September Fox Needlepoint Guild needlepoint October Day of the Dead cultural November North Suburban Woodcarvers woodcarving December Anime Club art work

©Three Buddies Laramie, WY by Judy Skulborstad

Judy Skulborstad’s goal as an artist is to translate into a visual language, moments that have forced her to stop, observe and connect. For as long as she can remember, she has had a passion for art and nature’s beauty. She primarily works in pastel and loves the immediacy, vibrancy and versatility of this medium. Judy is an associate member of the Pastel Society of America, a member of the Chicago Pastel Painters and the Barrington Cultural Arts Center. Contact Judy at www.judyskulborstad.com.

275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.eapl.org Library Board Cindy Blank - President Dennis Rossow - Vice President James Stamoolis - Treasurer Kathy Caudill - Secretary Hanan Hafez Mary Ann Hall Tina Stoval Matt Womack - Executive Director Board meetings are open to the public. They begin at 6pm on the third Tuesday of the month: Sep. 15, Oct. 20 and Nov. 17. No meeting in December. Library Hours Monday – Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

9am – 9pm 9am – 6pm 9am – 5pm noon – 5pm

Library Closings Mon., Sep. 7 Fri., Oct. 16 Wed., Nov. 25 Thurs., Nov. 26 Thurs., Dec. 24 Fri., Dec. 25 Thurs., Dec. 31 Fri., Jan. 1

Labor Day Staff Training Close at 5pm Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day New Year’s Eve New Year’s Day

Phone (847) 438-3433

Information Desk

Program Registration [email protected], online at www.eapl.org or (847) 438-3433 Footnotes is published tri-annually to inform patrons about Ela Area Public Library District news, programs, materials and services. Editor: Valerie Stern Graphic Artists: Dianne Rose Jennifer Nickels

Inside this issue

No More Late Fees Fall Fun in Forge Stargazing Season is Here

September - December 2015

f e a t u r e s

librarynews

No More Late Fees… Another Reason to Love Your Library!

From the Director’s Desk, Matt Womack

3 No More Late Fees

Say goodbye to late fees. That’s right, no more late fees for

Another reason to love

overdue items.

your Library!

The catch: You have to return your overdue items before

12 Autumn’s Night Sky Discover why fall is the best season for stargazing.

13 Get to Know Your

Library Board

Meet new trustee Tina Stoval.

13 Do-It-Yourself

Libraries

Little Free Libraries are a growing trend. Read why.

14 2016 One Book Voting Kicks Off

Every vote counts. Read about our nominees and make your selection for the 2016 One Book.

16 Art Gallery and Display

See the work of various skilled artists from the Chicagoland area. On the Cover Newly renovated Teen Area. Photo by Dianne Rose.

you borrow more. Anything overdue by 14 or more days will

That’s right! Beginning September 2, we will no longer charge

overdue item is returned. Instead of a $10 fine threshold being

Ela cardholders late fees. All late fees have been waived for

the block, it will be the 14 day overdue threshold. We think

our materials. Please note, if you lose materials or return items

this is better than worrying about a late fee.

with damage, you’ll still need to pay the replacement cost.

Patrons will receive overdue notices at 7, 14 and 28 days

Why are we eliminating late fees?

overdue. When an item is more than 45 days overdue, we will

block you from checking out additional items. Simply renew or return the overdue

Creating financial barriers to using the Library is

turn over communication to a third party agency. We’ve been

materials and then check out more.

counterproductive. We want to encourage more use, not

using this enforcement method for nearly 10 years, so it’s

discourage it. We think there are better ways of encouraging

pretty well established and has been very effective.

I’ve had the good fortune to talk to many of you about the Library. Even the most enthusiastic Library supporters have a strong dislike for fines. We listened. No more late fees. We think this change will help give you an even better experience when you visit our Library. Stop in to see the great new things we have to offer. Library Card Sign Up Month – September 1-30 It’s National Library Card Sign Up Month! Once again, Ela Library is partnering with local businesses to give Library card-carrying residents special discounts. Show your card at any of the participating businesses (visit www.eapl.org for a complete list) to be eligible.

people to return items on time than to threaten them with financial penalties. After all, you’re already paying for library access through your property taxes. Why should you owe us

Late Notice Schedule 7 days late

Late Notice Emailed or Mailed

more money?

14 days late No More New Checkouts Until Item is Returned

Isn’t this a good source of revenue for the Library?

28 days late

Overall, late fees contribute about 1% of our operating revenue. Late fees have long been used as a means of

Printed Warning Sent

45 days late The Patron’s Account is Sent to a Collection Agency

encouraging users to return materials. We are fortunate that

Will it affect the availability of items?

this revenue isn’t critical to our operation. We have a plan to

We continually monitor the availability of our materials.

encourage returns without adding a financial penalty.

If the waiting list for an item is more than three, we order

How will we encourage users to return materials? If you don’t have a card, register for a new card in September and receive a coupon

When an item is overdue by 14 days, the patron’s account will

for a free cup of custard from the Lake Zurich Culver’s. For information on how to

be suspended from borrowing additional materials until the

apply for a card, visit www.eapl.org.

overdue item is returned. No more new checkouts until the



additional copies. We will be extra diligent in monitoring availability as we implement this new policy. If we need additional copies of particular items, we will certainly acquire them. Our commitment is that you won’t see a decrease in item availability.

Food for NO Fines

Renewal Options

Just because we no longer charge late fees, doesn’t mean we can’t continue to

There are several ways to manage your account so

sponsor our annual food drive in December. Beginning December 1, help us collect

that materials do not become overdue and you can

food for those in need by dropping off nonperishable food donations in the Lobby.

avoid collection:

Collection runs the month of December. All donations will help support the local

• Renew library materials in person.

food pantry.

• Contact Checkout at (847) 438-3433 x505. • Email at [email protected].

Coming Soon! Borrow an Portable Optical Drive Need a way to access media on a CD, DVD or Blu-ray disc? Borrow an optical drive. Beginning this fall, optical drives will be available for checkout for Ela cardholders. Stay tuned for more details. DC Comic Collection Debuts on Hoopla DC comics has partnered with Hoopla to bring some of its titles to a digital format. The growing collection is available to Ela cardholders through Hoopla.

• Renew online at www.eapl.org. Click on “My Account” to renew items 24/7. • Renew through the Library’s app. The Ela Library app is available as a free download for mobile users through The Apple App Store, Goggle Play and Amazon Marketplace. • Sign up for email notification at Checkout. - You will receive email notices for holds ready for pick up. - Courtesy reminders for items on your account that will be due.

Visit www.eapl.org and click on “24/7” to get started. Experience comics like never before – on a glowing screen.

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adult programs (R) Registration Required (NR) Registration Not Required

Programs-see page 8.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Free English classes for adults are available at the Library beginning in September. Registration: 9:15am or 6pm Tues., Sep. 1 and Thurs., Sep. 3 Class: 9:15am – 12:15pm or 6-8:45pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning Tues., Sep. 8 Inglés como segundo idioma Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca comenzando en el mes de Septiembre. Inscripciones: 9:15 am ó 6 pm. martes 1 de septiembre y jueves 3 de septiembre. Clases: 9:15 a 12:15pm ó de 6 a 8:45pm martes y jueves. Las clases empiezan el martes 8 de septiembre.

BOOK DISCUSSIONS

Books are available at the Information Desk. Books & Brews Join us at La Hacienda Deer Park Town Center (21520 W. Field Pkwy.). 7-8:30pm Wednesdays (R) Sep. 16 We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves by Helen Joy Fowler Nov. 18 We Are Not Ourselves by Matthew Thomas Nonfiction Readers 10-11:30am Fridays (R) Sep. 18 Being Mortal by Atul Gawande Nov. 13 Sixth Extinction by Elizabert Kolbert Senior Book Discussion Group 10-11:30am Mondays (R) All titles are available in large print, audio and regular print formats. Sep. 28 Oct. 26 Nov. 23 Dec.

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The Children Act by Ian McEwen The Art of Hearing Heartbeats by Jan-Philipp Sendker A Land More Kind than Home by Wiley Cash No meeting

Alzheimer’s Support Group For more information, contact the Alzheimer’s Association at (847) 272-3900. 7-8pm Tuesdays Sep.1, Oct. 6, Nov. 3 and Dec. 1 (NR) Career Counseling Free individual career counseling appointments are available with a CLC career counselor. 12:30-3:30pm Wednesdays, Sep. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 4 and Dec. 2 (R) ½ hr. sessions

DIGITAL MEDIA LAB CLASSES

Space is limited. Ela cardholders only. *Prerequisite

VHS to DVD Demo Come see a demonstration of how you can convert your old VHS tapes to DVDs. Not a hands-on class. 6:30pm Wed., Oct. 21 or 10am Thurs., Oct. 22 (R)

Scanning Slides and Negatives Demo Come see a demonstration of how you can scan your old slides or 35mm negatives to digital images. Not a hands-on class. 6:30pm Wed., Nov. 11 or 10am Thurs., Nov. 12 (R)

*Photoshop Elements 12 *Mouse, keyboard and file management experience Learn the basics of Photoshop Elements to enhance and improve your photos. Previous experience editing photos is recommended. 10am Sat., Dec. 5 (R) One-on-One Lab Appointments We offer one-on-one appointments for Ela cardholders on many Media Lab topics, including VHS to DVD, scanning slides, iMovie, iPhoto and more. Request an appointment in person at the Adult Reference desk, by telephone at (847) 438-3433 x502, or online at www.eapl.org/DMLhelp.

Drop-in Plant Clinics University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer gardening questions. 10am-2pm and 6-8pm Wed., Sep. 9 (NR) Warm Up Lake Zurich Create your own project or make items for other charitable projects including the Library’s Mitten Tree while having fun socializing. Please bring knitting needles or crochet hooks and yarn. Beginners are encouraged to attend and all levels are welcome. 4:30-6pm Thursdays, Sep. 10, Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3 and Jan. 14 (NR) What are Your Old Coins Worth? Lifelong coin collector and retired teacher Dave Ekstrom will offer free appraisals of your coin collections. Limited to a 15 minute session per individual. 9:30am-1:30pm Sat., Sep. 12 (R)

Introduction to Fantasy Football Self-professed football crazed addicts Donna Terrell and Robin Beavers help lift the veil of confusion to explain the growing phenomenon of fantasy football, America’s #l fantasy sport played by over 33 million football fans. 2-3:30pm Sat., Sep. 12 (R) Writers’ Support Network with aspiring writers at all levels of experience. Share a sample of your latest work-in-progress or just come and listen. Choose morning or evening sessions. 9:30-11am or 6:30-8:30pm Mondays, Sep. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9 and Dec. 14 (NR) Great Decisions Discussion Group Visit fpa.org for topics. Please contact Renee Stein at (847) 438-3433 x217 for details or to request reading materials. 1-2:30pm Tuesdays, Sep. 15, Oct. 20 and Nov. 17 (R)

GENEALOGY PROGRAMS

*Prerequisite

Genealogy Interest Group Check the Library’s website for specific monthly topics. Newcomers welcome. 3-5pm Mondays, Sep. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 16 and Dec. 21 (NR) Beginning Genealogy Don’t miss this basic genealogy class for beginning researchers (no computers). 7-9pm Thurs., Sep. 24 (R) 2nd floor Conference Room Thanks for Your Memories Writing a memoir is a powerful way to stimulate your mind and memory plus it gives you the added benefit of developing a legacy for your children and grandchildren. Dr. Linda Sasser leads this hands-on workshop. 7-8pm Mon., Oct. 5 (R) WWII Military Records Learn the basics of researching WWII military records. Presented by speaker, author and genealogical researcher Jennifer Holik. 7-9pm Thurs., Oct. 8 (R) Behind-the Scenes: PBS Genealogy Roadshow Solves Family Mystery Mystery author and genealogist Gail Lukasik shares her experiences on the Genealogy Roadshow as well as her insights as a writer. 3-5pm Mon., Oct. 19 (R)

Introduction to Genealogy Online *Computer/Internet experience Visit a variety of recommended websites to assist with genealogical research. 7-9pm Thurs., Oct. 22 (R) 2nd floor Computer Lab Introduction to Genealogy Online Databases *Computer/Internet experience Get an in-depth look at these databases: Ancestry Library Edition, Fold3 and Heritage Quest. 7-9pm Thurs., Nov. 5 (R) 2nd floor Computer Lab Introduction to Non-U.S. Online Genealogical Research *Computer/Internet experience Learn how to locate information from other countries about your immigrant ancestors. 7-9pm Thurs., Dec. 3 (R) 2nd floor Computer Lab

Art Appreciation 101 Are you a fan of art but aren’t sure how to discuss it? Do you want to understand more about paintings or sculptures than what the label on the wall tells you? Art historian Jeff Mishur leads this interactive slide lecture introducing us to the appreciation of art. 7-8pm Mon., Sep. 14 (R) Book Buzz A Penguin Random House representative shares note-worthy news about forthcoming books. Update your bookmarks and get a sneak peek on some great reads. Door prizes and give-aways included. 1:30-3pm Wed., Sep. 16 (R) 25 Years of the Hubble Telescope NASA/Jet Propulsion Lab Ambassador Christine Halverson discusses the man behind the telescope as well as the design and use of technology. See spectacular images that have awed viewers since they first came back to Earth. 7-8pm Wed., Sep. 23 (R)

Chicago’s Sweet Candy History At one time Chicago produced about one-third of the nation’s candy. Companies with familiar names such as Brach’s and candies such as Baby Ruth, Tootsie Rolls, Snickers and Milky Way bars all had a unique Chicago connection. Join Leslie Goddard, historian and actress, as she helps us explore the role of Chicago’s geographical location and understand the importance of immigrants in the city’s confectionary history. There will be a fun candy quiz–and also sweet treats! 1:30pm Thurs., Oct. 22 (R)

A Better Way to Divorce Divorce mediator/coach Ellene Lammers, attorneys Gretchen Fisher and Debra Horberg and financial neutral Jeff Kostis will discuss divorce process alternatives. Hear this panel of experts explain mediation, collaborative law as well as a different negotiation approach. Learn the roles of an attorney, coach, child specialist and financial neutral expert. 7-8:30pm Mon., Sep. 28 (R)

Octoberfest Dancers and Dance Lessons Jugendegruppe dancers from the American Aid Society of German Descendants will perform a variety of Octoberfest dances in colorful costume. Following their performance, high school dancers and director Renee Stein will offer dance instruction for those who would enjoy learning traditional folk dance steps. 2-4pm Sun., Oct. 25 for all ages (R)

Safe Driving Course This AARP Safe Driving Course is offered in a two-day session. Some insurance providers may provide a discount for attending. $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Bring a snack or light lunch. Seating is limited. 9:30am-1:30pm, Wed., Sep. 30 and Thurs., Oct. 1 (R)

Night Vale Listening Party Gather at the Library to make Night Vale crafts and listen to some of our favorite episodes of the popular podcast, Welcome to Night Vale. Perfect for fans and new listeners alike! Join us to hail the glow cloud and listen to community updates from your favorite mysterious and slightly creepy desert town. 6-7:30pm Wed., Oct. 28 for ages 12 and up (R)

Special Needs Financial Workshop Financial expert Eric Rosenbloom discusses how to plan for the long term well-being of special needs individuals and families. Learn how to create a personalized plan to ensure the care you want for your loved one. Discover ways to obtain additional aid from private, public and government programs. 7-8:30pm Mon., Oct. 19 (R)

Ballet Folklorico Girasol Celebrate the Day of the Dead (Dia de Los Muertos) with a colorful and lively performance by the Ballet Folklorico Girasol. A non-profit organization, the group shares their rich history of the Hispanic culture through dance and movement. Create a Day of the Dead craft from 2-3pm before the performance (see page 11 for details). 3-4pm Sun., Nov. 1 (R)

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adult programs

HOLIDAY PROGRAMS

(R) Registration Required (NR) Registration Not Required

Programs-see page 8.

LOW VISION RESOURCES AND SCREENING The impact of vision loss can bring isolation and fear. Learn from area physicians about the current treatment for low vision issues such as macular degeneration and glaucoma as well as resources available to help those with low vision remain independent and active. Seating is limited. This program is co-sponsored by Ela Township “55-Plus”. 10am-noon Fri., Nov. 6 (R) The Lions Club International Vision Screening bus will visit the Library from 10am-3pm and provide free low vision screenings. Drop-ins only.

Spanish Guitar Duo and Flamenco Dancer See page 11 for details.

2-2:50pm Sat., Nov. 7 for all ages (NR) Those Were the Days Radio Players Return to the golden days of radio. Back by popular demand, don’t miss this live radio show performance with special effects presented by a dedicated group of radio enthusiasts. 2-3pm Sun., Nov. 8 (R) The Men of Omaha Beach Historian Robert Mueller’s digital slide presentation paints a picture of Omaha Beach and provides insight into the how and where the invasion took place. Celebrate the men responsible for the success of that risky endeavor. 1:30-2:30pm Mon., Nov. 9 (R)

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computerprograms (R) Registration Required (NR) Registration Not Required

*MS Excel II or related experience

Due to the popularity of computer programs, please do not register for classes you have already taken within the last year.

Advanced PowerPoint 2013

*Prerequisite

Candy Bombers of the Berlin Airlift In 1948, the Soviet Union cut off all access to West Berlin, hoping to force American troops to abandon the city. Instead, the Americans and British decided to try to supply the city’s needs by air, flying in all food and fuel. Presenter Joyce Haworth shares this uplifting event in American history based on the book, The Candy Bombers by Andrei Cherny. Sweets served. 2-3pm Tues., Nov. 10 (R) Relating to the Person with Alzheimer’s Learn about the disease as well as how to make key connections with those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Insights into memory loss and dementia and the effect on communication and behavior are also discussed. Offered by the Illinois chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. 7-8pm Thurs., Nov. 12 (R)

Holiday Book Art Crafter Kathy Gornick leads this hands-on class on how to re-purpose old books to create a festive holiday item. Supplies included. 6:30-8pm Wed., Nov. 4 (R) Woodcarvers Exhibit and Demo North Suburban Woodcarvers demonstrate their work and sell holiday ornaments. Money raised supports the Shriners’ Hospital for Children. 10am-5pm Sat., Nov. 21 and noon-4pm Sun., Nov. 22 (NR) Holiday Mitten Tree Place new hats, mittens, gloves and scarves on the Library’s Mitten Tree located on the first floor near the Information Desk. All donations benefit local agencies in need. December 1 – January 4, 2016 Winter Card Making (See page 8 for details.) 7-8:30pm Tues., Dec. 1 (R)

Art Heists in History Art historian Dr. Michelle Mishur discusses a selection of history’s most notorious art heists, some that have been solved and others that still remain a mystery. Hear the art crimes that involved The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston, the Mona Lisa in the Louvre and more. 7-8pm Mon., Nov. 16 (R) Medicare Part D Senior Resource Specialists from Ela Township “55-Plus” will be on hand to assist with research and registration for the supplemental coverage. To register for a one-onone appointment, call Ela Township “55-Plus” at (847) 438-9160. Drop-ins to be taken on a first come first served basis. 10am-2pm Wed., Nov. 18 (R)

Gifts From the Kitchen Get creative this holiday season and learn to make and package some unique homemade treats. Pastry chef Rose Deneen demonstrates how to make vanilla extract, spiced pecans, white chocolate, fruit popcorn and more. Tasting and recipes included. 6:30-7:30pm Wed., Dec. 2 (R) Holiday Brunch Reboot ‘Tis the season to entertain! Chef Carol Mackey demonstrates and shares recipes to create a festive brunch. Tasting and recipes. 2-3:30pm Sun., Dec. 6 (R) Holiday Wooden Block Ornaments (See page 8 for details.) 6-7:30pm Tues., Dec. 8 (R) Chicago Bronze This popular annual holiday concert features sacred, secular, classical, jazz and old favorites. 2-3pm Sun., Dec. 13 (R)

SENIOR CLASSES Introduction to Mouse/Keyboard 10am-noon Tues., Sep. 15 (R) Computer Basics Please bring a flash drive. 10am-noon Tues., Sep. 22 (R) Introduction to the Internet *Mouse, keyboard experience 10am-noon Tues., Sep. 29 (R) OFFICE APPLICATIONS Flash drive optional.

Microsoft Word 2013 I *Mouse and keyboard experience

10am-noon Tues., Oct. 13 or 10am-noon Sat., Oct. 17 (R) Microsoft Word 2013 II *MS I or related experience

10am-noon Tues., Oct. 20 or 10am-noon Sat., Oct. 24 (R) Microsoft Excel 2013 I *MS I or related experience

Advanced Excel–Tables, Charts & Pivots

Convert data into tables and charts. We will also cover pivot tables. 6:30-8:30pm Wed., Dec. 2 (R)

*MS PowerPoint or related experience

Review the slide master, custom animations, transitions and more! 6:30-8:30pm Wed., Dec. 9 (R) ADVANCED TOPICS Windows 10 See what’s new in Windows 10. 10am-noon Sat., Sep. 12 (R) Wearable Technology Learn about the Apple, Android watches and other wearables. 6:30-8:30pm Wed., Sep. 16 (R) MS OneDrive Organize files, save pictures and create groups on your PC or tablet with 7GB of free storage. 6:30-8:30pm Thurs., Sep. 17 (R) Windows 8 *Mouse, keyboard experience

Learn the latest version of Microsoft’s Windows operating system. 6:30-8:30pm Thurs., Sep. 24 (R) LinkedIn *LinkedIn profile & how to add connections

Microsoft Excel 2013 II *MS Excel I or related experience

10am-noon Tues., Nov. 3 or 10am-noon Sat., Nov. 7 (R)

Buying a Computer or Tablet Review storage space, processors, operating systems and more. 6:30-8:30pm Thurs., Oct. 1 (R)

Microsoft PowerPoint 2013

Online Job Search Class

Create a slide show presentation. 10am-noon Tues., Nov. 17 or 6:30-8:30pm Thurs., Nov. 19 (R) Advanced Excel-Formulas & Functions *MS Excel II or related experience

Learn Excel formulas; VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, arrays, logic and more! 6:30-8:30pm Wed., Nov. 18 (R) Microsoft Publisher 2013 *MS I or related experience

Produce fliers, signs and greeting cards. 10am-noon Tues., Dec. 1 or 6:30-8:30pm Thurs., Dec. 10 (R)

Photoshop.com

*Bring photos on a flashdrive

Crop, rotate, remove red eye and more. 6:30-8:30pm Thurs., Oct. 29 (R) iPad

*Bring your iPad

10am-noon Tues., Oct. 27 or 10am-noon Sat., Oct. 31 (R)

*MS I or related experience

How to use Pinterest Sign up, create a board and pin your favorite images for yourself or your business. 6:30-8:30pm Wed., Oct. 28 (R)

6:30-8:30pm Wed., Sep. 30 (R)

*Mouse, keyboard and Internet experience

Search for jobs, write cover letters, resumes and applications online. 6:30-8:30pm Thurs., Oct. 8 (R) iPhone Photography *Bring your iPhone (iPhone only)

Take, edit and share photos. 10am-noon Sat., Oct. 10 (R) Mac Basics Learn the basics of this great operating system. 6:30-8:30pm Thurs., Oct. 15 (R)

6:30-8:30pm Wed., Nov. 4 (R) Craigslist *Mouse, keyboard and Internet experience

Safely buy/sell locally using Craigslist. 6:30-8:30pm Thurs., Nov. 12 (R) Facebook *Mouse, keyboard and Internet experience

6:30-8:30pm Thurs., Dec. 3 (R) How to Use the Cloud Learn about how to use Internet connected devices. 10am-noon Tues., Dec. 8 (R)

BUSINESS AND FINANCE Trusts for Estate Planning The Chicago Estate Planning Council is back to explain the basics of trusts. 6:30-7:30pm Wed., Sep. 30 (R) Outlook and Opportunities Finding the Prevailing Winds Learn about the current state of the economy and strategies the individual investor can use to maximize opportunities and limit risks. 6:30-7:30pm Wed., Oct. 7 (R) Special Needs Financial Workshop Financial expert Eric Rosenbloom discusses how to plan for the long term well-being of special needs individuals and families. Learn how to create a personalized plan to ensure the care you want for your loved one. Discover ways to obtain additional aid from private, public and government programs. 7-8:30pm Mon., Oct. 19 (R) First Time Homebuyers A Barrington Bank representative will explain the home buying process including renting vs. owning and mortgage options available for first time homebuyers. 6:30-7:30pm Tues., Oct. 27 (R)

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forgeprograms (R) Registration Required (NR) Registration Not Required Held in Forge, unless noted.

ALL AGES Forge Crafts Are you interested in making something but short on time? Check out our make and take crafts in Forge and create something on the go. All Ages (NR)

CHILDREN Children’s Forge programs are for Ela cardholders only. Maker Mondays 3:45-4:30pm Mondays for grades 3-5 (R) September 28: Jurassic Park in a Jar Terrarium (registration begins Sep. 1)

teenprograms TEEN/ADULT Sewing Basics Learn sewing basics while making a simple project during a onesession class. Our autumn project will be a pillowcase. Sewing machines, fabric and supplies are provided. A list of materials is available for those who wish to bring their own fabric and thread. Registration is limited to Ela Area Public Library cardholders and District 95 students. 10am-noon Saturdays, Sep. 12 or Oct. 10 or Nov. 14 for ages 12 and up (R)

(R) Registration Required (NR) Registration Not Required

Teen Forge Programs – See page 8.

Octoberfest Dancers and Dance Lessons High school and young adult dancers of the American Aid Society of German Descendants will perform a variety of Octoberfest dances. Following their performance, dancers and director Renee Stein will offer dance instruction for those who would enjoy learning traditional folk dance steps. 2-4pm Sun., Oct. 25 for all ages (R) Welcome to Night Vale Listening Party Gather at the Library to make Night Vale crafts and listen to some of our favorite episodes of the popular podcast, Welcome to Night Vale. Perfect for fans and new listeners alike! Join us to hail the glow cloud and listen to community updates from your favorite mysterious and slightly creepy desert town. 6-7:30pm Wed., Oct. 28 for ages 12 and up (R)

Silhouette Cameo Certification In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to use the Library’s Silhouette Cameo and create a project to take home. Cameos cut intricate designs on cardstock, vinyl, fabric and more. 6pm Thurs., Sep. 17 or Tues., Oct. 27 or Thurs., Nov. 19 for ages 12 and up (R)

October 26: Black Cat Magnet (registration begins Oct. 1) November 16: Junk Drawer Mouse Pin (registration begins Nov. 1) December 14: Tea Light Snowman Ornament (registration begins Dec. 1)

COLLEGE PREP

LEGO WeDo Wednesdays 3:45-4:30pm Wednesdays for grades 2-4 (R)

Anime Club Come to the Library to watch and discuss anime, talk about manga and have fandom fun. There will be snacks! 4-5:45pm Fridays, Sep. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13 and Dec. 11 for grades 8-12 (NR)

September 30: Small and Large Gears (registration begins Sep. 1) October 7: Pulleys and Gears (registration begins Oct. 1) November 4: Levers (registration begins Nov. 1)

TEEN Optical Illusion Art Class Learn how to create an “Op Art” masterpiece that will tease the eye with professional artist Alayne McNulty. All materials provided. 6-8pm Tues., Sep. 29 for grades 6-12 (R)

Autumn Leaves Painting Capture the fleeting beauty of autumn with this fun painting workshop. Draw different leaf varieties from observation on pieces of watercolor paper and then learn to use watercolor pencils under the guidance of artist Christine Thornton. Supplies included. Held in the Meeting Room. 6-7:30pm Tues., Sep. 22 for ages 13 and up (R) Tinkercad Open Lab Want to print on our LulzBot 3D printer? Come to our open lab for Tinkercad and learn basic computer aided design to create 3D objects. Registration is limited to Ela Area Public Library cardholders. 7-8:30pm Wednesdays, Sep. 23 or Oct. 14 or Mon., Nov. 16 or 10-11:30am Sat., Dec. 12 for ages 12 and up (R) Ghost in the Graveyard Needle Felting Class Decorate for Halloween with a ghostly handmade mobile. Julie De Reu will teach basic needle felting skills. All materials provided. 2-4pm Sat., Oct. 17 for ages 12 and up (R)

Make! Arduino In these hands-on programs, we’ll use the Arduino SparkFun Inventors Kit to try new projects each month. Arduinos are microprocessors and are a fantastic way to learn about programming and hardware. You do not need previous programming or electronics experience to attend. 6pm Thursdays, Oct. 1, Nov. 5 and Dec. 3 for grades 6-12 (R) Zombie Movie Makeup From fake blood to gruesome scars – turn yourself into the perfect zombie, vampire or ghoul during this hands-on workshop. Presented by filmmaker Kiel Cross. 6-7pm Thurs., Oct. 22 for grades 6-12 (R) Last Minute Gifts Out of ideas for what to give your friends and family for the holidays? Never fear! Make them unique gifts in this DIY extravaganza. 6pm Tues., Dec. 15 for grades 6-12 (R)

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Holiday Book Art Crafter Kathy Gornick leads this hands-on class re-purposing old books to create a festive holiday item. Supplies included. Held in the Meeting Room. 6:30-8pm Wed., Nov. 4 for ages 17 and up (R) Winter Card Making In this hands-on class led by Karina Guico, we will learn to use layering techniques, stamps, paper punches and other fun embellishments to create fun, unique and festive greeting cards for the season. Materials included. 7-8:30pm Tues., Dec. 1 for ages 17 and up (R) Holiday Wooden Block Ornaments Use wood, hooks, wire, embellishments, beads, paper, ribbon and more to create four ornaments to decorate your holidays. Class led by Twisted Fiber Studio Instructor Shari Pontillo. Materials included. 6-7:30pm Tues., Dec. 8 for ages 17 and up (R)

ACT Practice Test Kaplan will proctor a free ACT practice test for high school students. If the ACT is making you nervous, you’ll want to take advantage of this opportunity! For calculator information go to: http:// www.actstudent.org/faq/calculator.html. 9:30am-1pm Sat., Sep. 26 for grades 9-12 (R) Teen Lounge Drop in for snacks and fun activities in the new teen space. 3-5pm Fridays, Sep. 18, Oct. 23, Nov. 27 for grades 6-12 (NR) Talk Like a Pirate Day ARRR! Celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day. Win a priceless treasure at the Information and Children’s Desks. You can even learn to speak Pirate using Mango Languages. Sign up for Mango on our website or use the free app. 9am-5pm Sat., Sep. 19 for all ages (NR) Banned Book Mug Shots What do The Hunger Games, To Kill a Mockingbird, and Twilight have in common? Get booked at the Library and take a mug shot shelfie with your favorite banned book. You can use our Library’s iPad or your own device. Make sure to tag us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram @ElaLibrary. September 25–October 2 for all ages (NR)

How to Prepare for the Rising Cost of College Each year, the price of college tuition rises higher than the annual inflation rate. Thomas Jaworski of Quest College Consulting will share his expertise and insights on how to breakdown the cost of college, understand the financial aid/scholarship aspect of the college search process and provide tips on how to maximize your dollar for college. This program is designed for both parents and students. This will be an interactive presentation so bring your smart device (phone or tablet). 7-8pm Wed., Oct. 14 for high school students and families (R)

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children’sprograms (R) Registration Required (NR) Registration Not Required

Because of capacity limitations, we reserve the right to limit programs to Ela Library cardholders. Please bring your Library card to all events. Watch for specific registration dates.

STORYTIMES Saturday Storytime with Carol Enjoy stories, songs and crafts with Carol every Saturday morning. 11am Saturdays, beginning Sep. 5 for all ages with an adult (NR) Fall Storytime September 8 through October 2; (registration begins Sep. 1)

Children’s Forge Programs – See page 8. Curious Kids Want to learn more about everyday science concepts? Join us for these hands-on programs. 3:45-4:15pm Thursdays for grades K-2 accompanied by an adult (R) September 3: Buoyancy (registration begins Sep. 1) October 8: Magnets (registration begins Oct. 1) November 12: Soap (registration begins Nov. 1) December 17: Cartesian Diver (registration begins Dec. 1) Crazy 8s Math Club Math meets mischief in this active math club! What do glow sticks and spy training have to do with math? Come and find out! 3:30-4:15pm Thursdays, Sep. 10, 17 and 24 for grades 3-5 (R) (registration begins Sep. 1)

October 27 through November 20; (registration begins Oct. 1) Songs & Stories For ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult 10am Tuesdays (R) Little Learners For ages 18-35 months accompanied by an adult 10am Wednesdays (R)

Treasure Win a priceless treasure at the Information and Children’s Desks. You can even learn to speak Pirate using Mango Languages. Sign up for Mango on our website or use the free app. 9am-5pm Sat., Sep. 19 for all ages (NR)

Food Art Join Julie Renn from Trader Joe’s and explore how you can turn food into works of art. 10am Mon., Oct. 12 for ages 4-8 (R) (registration begins Oct. 1)

Spanish-English Storytime Los invitamos a escuchar cuentos en español y en inglés durante la distribución de despensas de alimentos en St. Francis. 6-7pm Thursdays, Sep. 24, Oct. 29, Nov. 19 and Dec. 12 (NR) 6-7pm 24 de septienbre, 29 de octubre, 19 de noviembre y 17 de diciembre (NR) Located at St. Francis Food PantryLa ubicación será en (135 S. Buesching Rd., LZ)

Winter Reading Club Beginning December 1 read, or have someone read to you, a total of 20 hours and receive a paperback book as a prize. A separate prize-reader program is also available. December 1–January 31, 2016 for all ages (R) Reptomania! Steve Schindler, Science Alliance’s expert on all things reptilian, introduces you to huge toads and frogs, colorful snakes, exotic skinks and a humongous monitor lizard! Kids and adults alike will be spellbound by this fascinating glimpse into the world of reptiles and amphibians. 10am Tues., Dec. 29 for all ages (NR) Preschool Information Night Preschool Information Night for parents and teachers will be held Wednesday, January 13, 2016 from 6:30-8pm. The open house format of the evening allows parents to visit and talk with directors and teachers from various preschools and daycares serving the Lake Zurich area. If you are a daycare provider or preschool center and would like to participate, please contact the Children’s Department.

Lap Tots Together we’ll read, sing, bounce and rhyme while making new friends! Afterwards, there will be time to play and socialize. 10am Fridays, Sep. 11–Oct. 2 AND Nov. 6-20 for children birth to 23 months accompanied by an adult (NR)

Girls Book Club Join other girls for snacks, crafts and fun while we discuss a great book. 1pm Fri., Sep. 25 for grades 4 and 5 (R) (registration begins Sep. 1) 4pm Mon., Nov. 30 for grades 4 and 5 (R) (registration begins Nov. 1)

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Craft What’s a pirate without a hat? Make yours at ARRRRRR activity table! 10am-2pm Sat., Sep. 19 for all ages (NR)

Terrific Twos & Threes For children accompanied by an adult 10am Thursdays (R)

Mindful Parenting Educator Terry Thourson’s presentation provides insightful and practical information to parents of children of all ages. Unlock the mystery of your child’s behavior with his parenting guide to no more tears and tantrums. 6:30pm Wed., Sep. 16 (NR)

The Right Pet for You Sandy Kamen Wisniewski, founder and director of Animal Education and Rescue (AEAR), introduces you to some of the animals that are waiting to be adopted. Learn the differences between shelters, rescue organizations, breeders and pet stores. 1pm Sun., Sep. 13 for accompanied children of all ages (NR)

TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY

Preschool Teacher Workshop Preschool, day care and kindergarten teachers are invited to attend a special workshop featuring Chris Fascione. Chris will share ideas about read-aloud techniques, storytelling and creative dramatics. Continuing Education Units are available and a light dinner will be served. 6:15-8:15pm Wed., Nov. 18 (R)

Dave Rudolf’s Halloween Spooktacular You’re invited to our ghoulishly delightful Halloween Spooktacular! Goblins of all ages – hear some (not too) scary stories and sing some (not too) scary songs! Try your luck assembling Skeleton Bones and doing the Ghost Limbo! Costumes are encouraged. 10am Fri., Oct. 30 for all ages (NR) Stuffed Animal Sleepover Drop off your stuffed animal at the Library by Thursday, Oct. 29 before 6pm. We’ll tuck them in and you can come back the next day to pick up your friends and see what adventures they had overnight! 1pm Fri., Oct. 30 for ages 5 and under (R) (registration begins Oct. 1)

CELEBRATE SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURES Día de Los Muertos Craft Drop in to decorate a special Day of the Dead foam skull. Afterwards, stay for the amazing performance of Ballet Folklorico Girasol (see page 5 for details). 2-3pm Sun., Nov. 1 for accompanied children of all ages (NR) Spanish Guitar Duo and Flamenco Dancer Enjoy an afternoon of Spanish guitar music and dancing presented by Spanish Guitar Chicago. 2-2:50pm Sat., Nov. 7 for all ages (NR) Viva! Mexico Explore Mexican culture through music, dance, a story and a holiday art project. Presented by Color My World Children’s Art Studio. 1-2:30pm Mon., Dec. 21 for ages 4 and up. Children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult (R) (registration begins Dec. 1)

Scout Tours Take a “back stage” tour of the library and follow a book on its journey from delivery to the library to its home on the shelf. Please register for one date only. Troop leaders must have an Ela Library card. (R) 2pm Sat., Sep. 26 (registration begins Sep. 1) 3:45pm Thurs., Nov. 5 (registration begins Nov. 1) 3:45pm Wed., Dec. 16 (registration begins Dec. 1)

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Autumn’s Night Sky The best season for stargazing

Meet Tina Stoval Library Trustee Hawthorn Woods resident Tina Stoval was elected to the Library’s Board in April. The former teacher, busy mom, active PTO volunteer and board member is an avid reader and has a strong interest in children’s literature. Aside from her

By Dave Wagner – Lake County Astronomical Society If there was a preferred season for you to borrow and use the Ela Library LoanStar telescope, I’d say it’s autumn (moving into winter). Less bugs to greet you when the sky darkens, an earlier sunset so you don’t have to stay up too late with the kiddos on a school night, and finally, as the humidity drops, less haze, less clouds and clearer skies! The Depth of Things Everyone knows you can’t see the sky through the clouds, but we may not recognize how much the humidity in the air reduces our telescopic clarity, especially in areas of significant light pollution. It’s said that condensing all the water out of our atmosphere would add a depth of 33 feet of water across the surface area of our planet! When looking at astronomical objects on a humid day, your view is diminished looking through all that humidity. Add to that our local light pollution, reflecting off that moisture, and our viewing contrast is reduced even more. So as the air dries, telescopes gain a whole new level of clarity, hence autumn is the LoanStar season! LoanStar Prime Objects With renewed clarity of the skies, the Moon, Venus and Mercury will continue to be our constant companions during longer and longer nights. Jupiter and Mars are already absent from our evening skies, as will be Saturn by the start of autumn. Earth has raced forward around the sun, putting those planets in our skies during daylight hours. Instead, it’s time to see the most distant of our solar systems gas giants, Uranus and Neptune! At 1.7 and 2.7 BILLION miles from earth respectively, don’t expect to see anything similar to the cloud bands on Jupiter or the rings on Saturn, but hey, very few folks can say they’ve seen our 3rd and 4th largest planets! Heck, Neptune wasn’t even discovered until just 170 years ago!

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volunteer duties, Tina also writes for the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators – Illinois eBulletin Book Bounty. The quarterly publication highlights member authors’ new work. We had a chance to ask her a few questions about her goals as a trustee, the Library and books. 25 Years of the Hubble Telescope NASA/Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL) Ambassador Christine Halverson talks about the man behind the telescope as well as its design and use of technology. See spectacular images that have awed viewers since they first came back to earth. 7-8pm Wed., Sep. 23 (R)

Now that you are a member of the Board, do you have any goals for the Library? I want to be a good listener and be sure to keep the mission of the Library in mind as we make policies. Our Library is, I think, the greatest entity that our community has to offer. We need to keep the Library in tip-top shape and continue to improve, while continuing to be a leader for others to emulate.   The Library has gone through a lot of changes in the last year, what’s your favorite? I think I like the Lite Brite wall in the Children’s Department the best. I’d love one in my living room! I’m very excited about Forge, too, but that wouldn’t fit in my living room.   We know you read a lot. Could you share a few book recommendations? Currently, I’m reading The Enemy by Charlie Higson and The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot. For the advanced middle schooler and teen readers I’d recommend Red Rising and Golden Son by Pierce Brown (unless you’re tired of dystopia). For upper elementary kids I’d recommend The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate and Wonder by R.J. Palacio. For middle schoolers I like The Book Thief, by Markus Zusak. Wonder is actually a great book for readers of any age.

Little Free Libraries

Do-it-Yourself Libraries in Our Community

Mighty Orion, the Hunter It’s a good thing it takes no time at all to set up and observe using the LoanStar telescope. Cold temperatures and low humidity in December make for clear and crisp skies, but the clearest nights can be the coldest too! Dress warmly and spend an evening observing the mighty ORION constellation this winter. The evening skymaps from www.skymaps.com are a great free resource. You can use it to visit many winter objects, most notably the Great Orion Nebula. This cloud of gas and dust is 1630 light years away and a complex and interesting LoanStar telescope target. A must for any budding astronomer to visit!

What is a Little Free Library? It is box that can be of any shape or size. The box

Learn More Be sure to take advantage of the LoanStar program, the available resources www.eapl.org/telescopes, and please, drop me your questions and comments regarding ANYTHING astronomy – [email protected].

book exchanges.

is often made to resemble a house and many are made out of recycled materials. Little Free Libraries (LFL) can be found almost anywhere from front lawns to forest preserves. The one thing that all of the boxes have in common is that they are full of free books. Visitors to LFLs are encouraged to take a book and leave a book. The Little Free Library movement started in Wisconsin in 2009 and is a growing phenomenon. The goals of the program are to build community while promoting literacy and the love of reading through the creation and building free

To locate LFLs in your area and for more information, including how to build your own LFL, visit www.littlefreelibrary.org.

Little Free Library at the Foglia YMCA.

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VOTE Now! One Book, One Reading Community 2016 Books are available in the Library’s lobby in September. Cast your vote at www.eapl.org or in person. Voting ends November 15.

What would you pick? Join our community’s largest book club and have a say in what book everyone reads. We’ve narrowed the list down to five books and now it’s your turn. We need your vote to choose the 2016 One Book, One Reading Community title. The top-ranked book will become our selection.

The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros Told in a series of vignettes, The House on Mango Street is Sandra Cisneros’s greatly admired novel of a young girl growing up in a Latino neighborhood in Chicago. Sometimes heartbreaking, sometimes deeply joyous, this moving story tells the tale of Esperanza Cordero, whose neighborhood is one of harsh realities and harsh beauty. Esperanza doesn’t want to belong to her rundown neighborhood and wants to exceed the low expectations the world has for her. Esperanza’s story is that of a young girl coming into her power, and inventing for herself what she will become. The House on Mango Street is a modern classic, beloved by all-ages. 

Plainsong by Kent Haruf  Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Americanah is the story of Ifemelu and Obinze, two young Nigerians who are in love but both leave their home country for the West. Self-assured Ifemelu heads for America, where despite her academic success, she is forced to grapple with what it means to be black for the first time. Quiet, thoughtful Obinze had hoped to join her, but with post-9/11 America closed to him, he instead plunges into a dangerous, undocumented life in London. Fifteen years later, they reunite in a newly democratic Nigeria, and reignite their passion for each other and for their homeland. Author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is critically acclaimed and has won literary awards but is often known for her TED talks, one of which was

In the small town of Holt, Colorado, high school teacher Tom Guthrie fights to keep his life together and to raise his two boys after their depressed mother first retreats into her bedroom and then moves away to her sister’s house. The boys, not yet adolescents, struggle to make sense of adult behavior and their mother’s apparent abandonment. Meanwhile, a pregnant teenage girl, kicked out by her mother and rejected by the father of her child, searches for a secure place in the world. And far out in the country, two elderly bachelor brothers work the family farm as they have their entire lives, all but isolated from life beyond their own community. From these separate strands emerges a vision of life and of the community and landscape that bind them together. Plainsong is an American classic. 

sampled in the Beyoncé song ***Flawless. 

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon 

Ready Player One by Ernest Cline 

Narrated by a fifteen-year-old autistic savant obsessed with Sherlock Holmes, this

In the year 2044, reality is an unpleasant place and the majority of the world’s population

book tells the tale of Christopher John Francis Boone as he tries to deduct who impaled his neighbor’s dog Wellington on a garden fork. After being blamed for the death, Christopher decides that he will track down the real killer, and turns to his favorite fictional character, Sherlock Holmes, for inspiration. The investigation leads him down some unexpected paths within his neighborhood and his own family life. This popular book club pick was recently turned into a play on Broadway and won 5 Tony Awards, including Best Play. 

spends their time online, in a virtual world called the Oasis. When the creator of the Oasis dies, he reveals that puzzles within the vast digital world contain clues and whoever can discover all the clues will inherit a massive fortune. Teenager Wade Watts devotes his life to studying these puzzles and is determined to unlock the key to this massive fortune. But when Wade stumbles upon the first clue, he finds himself beset by players willing to kill to take this ultimate prize. And he realizes that allies will be needed to succeed in the ultimate race for the prize. Stephen Spielberg is signed on to direct the movie adaptation of Ready Player One.

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