INDIAN PRAIRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Friday, May 24, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Canasta Club

When: Friday, May 24, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Conference Room

Play canasta

NBA2k13 Tournament

When: Friday, May 24, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Mix it up with friends for an afternoon of gaming competition. Prizes awarded for first and second place high scorers.

VPA

When: Friday, May 24, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Meeting Room

VPA non for profit group meeting and rehearsal

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Library Closed

When: Sunday, May 26, 2013 - All Day

Holiday

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Sunday, May 26, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Library Closed

When: Monday, May 27, 2013 - All Day

Holiday

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Monday, May 27, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

LinkedIn 101

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

LinkedIn is the world's largest business network. Learn how to set up your profile, build a professional network, and get the most out of your LinkedIn account. Basic computer skills required.

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Digitize Your Memories

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

Learn to copy slides, negatives, photos, audio or VHS tapes into a digital format. Bring a flash drive or SDHC memory card
and try IPPL’s new equipment. Drop in.

Digitize Your Memories

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

Learn to copy slides, negatives, photos, audio or VHS tapes into a digital format. Bring a flash drive or SDHC memory card
and try IPPL’s new equipment. Drop in.

Dining a la Downton

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Even if you aren't a Downton Abbey fan, you'll enjoy this presentation by Ellie Carlson, who, in character, shares the ups and downs of being a cook's assistant in an early twentieth century English manor home. A tasting menu will not be provided, but recipes and treats will be!

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Senior Golfers of Illinois

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

Golf meeting

B.Y.O.B. [Bring Your Own Book] Party

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Bring Your Own (favorite) Book to recommend to other readers. This is a great opportunity to socialize with other readers, get ideas for your book club and summer reading, and to expand your reading list.

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Friday, May 31, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Canasta Club

When: Friday, May 31, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Conference Room

Play canasta

Movies & More: Lincoln

When: Friday, May 31, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

As the Civil War continues to rage, America's president struggles with continuing carnage on the battlefield as he fights with many inside his own cabinet on the decision to emancipate the slaves.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m., movie starts at 7:00 p.m.

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Saturday, June 01, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

ESL Conversation Group

When: Saturday, June 01, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Practice your English pronunciation and conversation skills guided by a volunteer from Literacy DuPage

Buy Local (Darien Park District Garden Club Plant Sale)

When: Saturday, June 01, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Purchase locally grown perennials, annuals, vegetables, and herbs at the Darien Park District Garden Club Plant Sale. Rain or shine. Drop in.

Summer Reading Takeoff Party

When: Saturday, June 01, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

We’ll have an airport-themed activity course including a Suitcase Race, a Boarding Pass Craft Station, a Security Checkpoint Dance Party,and an Airport Shuffle all happening in the K&T department as well as stations to register for our Summer Reading Club. The Dreamtree Shakers from the Old Town School of Folk Music will perform at 1 p.m. on the lawn.

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Sunday, June 02, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Finals Study Hall

When: Sunday, June 02, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Drop in to study. Free high-speed Wi-Fi and laptops to use in-house. Register for a Group Study Room.

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Younger than Ever Seniors at Our Lady of Peace Church

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

monthly board meeting

Mah-Jongg Group

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Play mah-jongg - experienced level.

Monday Bridge Group

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

bridge card game

Finals Study Hall

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Need a quiet place to study? We have space reserved for studying. Use one of our laptops if you have an IPPL card.

Metropolitan Family Services

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Family services meeting

Adult Chess Group

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

Beginner or advanced, join this congenial group for friendly competition.

Chicago Victory Gardens: Yesterday and Tomorrow

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

The Darien Park District Garden Club and Indian Prairie present LaManda Joy, a board member of the American Community Gardening Association, Garden Writers Association, and the Culinary Historians of Chicago who will share via a slideshow her insight into Chicago's role in the World War Two Victory Garden movements and how the city is again in the national forefront in community food production.

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Finals Study Hall

When: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Drop in to study. Free high-speed Wi-Fi and laptops to use in-house. Register for a Group Study Room.

Boy Scouts

When: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Conference Room

Eagle Scout Board of Review

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Finals Study Hall

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Drop in to study. Free high-speed Wi-Fi and laptops to use in-house. Register for a Group Study Room.

Womens Group of Hinsdale

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

Book Study

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Thursday, June 06, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Friday, June 07, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Japanese Story Time

When: Friday, June 07, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Outside group story time and singing nursery songs in Japanese. Not a library sponsored event.

Canasta Club

When: Friday, June 07, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Conference Room

Play canasta

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Saturday, June 08, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Sunday, June 09, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Apply for "The Sound"

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - All Day
Where: IPPL

Solos, duos or groups--any style of music. We want YOU to participate in IPPL's first ever Teen Music Fest! Submit your application and demo by June 10 for your chance at fame and cash prizes! Four solos/duos and four groups will be selected by IPPL's Teen Advisory Board to perform live at Borse Park in Willowbrook on Friday, June 28 starting at 6 pm. A panel of judges will award prizes for the top act in each category, and a fan favorite will be chosen by text-in vote, so bring your friends!

Book Buddies 10:30

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN Book Buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person at the Kids & Teens Desk starting June 1.

Book Buddies 11:00

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

Book Buddies 11:30

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

Mah-Jongg Group

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Play mah-jongg - experienced level.

Book Buddies 12:00

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

Monday Bridge Group

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

bridge card game

Adult Chess Group

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

Beginner or advanced, join this congenial group for friendly competition.

Family Tour - Tie Dye on the Lawn

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Please bring one item to dye and one plastic bag. This program will be held on IPPL lawn weather permitting. In case of rain we will host board games for families in the meeting room.

Current Events Group

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Join these lively discussions on the important foreign and domestic issues of the day. Meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month.

All Ages Story times

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Join us for a drop in story time. For children of all ages accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

K&T Chess

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

For beginning or experienced chess players entering grades 1st - 6th. Fun & instruction. Come to the K&T Ask Us Desk at 1:15p each week for an entrance pass. Participants must be registered in SRC.

K&T Chess

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

For beginning or experienced chess players entering grades 1st - 6th. Fun & instruction. Come to the K&T Ask Us Desk at 1:15p each week for an entrance pass. Participants must be registered in SRC.

Getting Started with Your iPad

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

In this hands-on workshop learn basic setup, features, and functions. Bring your iPad and Apple ID password. Basic computer skills required.

Tri-State Park District Board

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Conference Room

Tri-State Park District Board meeting

World Wide Knit in Public Day

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Join fellow knitters in the library's Reading Garden or Cafe.

Babies, Books & Songs

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Story times teach pre-reading skills that help your child get ready to read. Register starting June 1st online or in person at K&T Ask Us Desk. Class limited to 18 babies from birth up to 18 months with an adult caregiver. No siblings please.

Book Buddies 10:30

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN Book Buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person at the Kids & Teens Desk starting June 1.

Book Buddies 11:00

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

Book Buddies 11:30

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

Book Buddies 12:00

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

Wilderness Survival Basics

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

REI’s Outdoor School will provide practical tips and strategies that every outdoor traveler should know: emergency priorities; shelters; and how to make your own emergency kit.

Impressionism and Fashion

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Dr. Michelle Paluch-Mishur presents this slide lecture which looks at late nineteenth century artists such as Cassatt, Tissot, Caillebotte, and Renoir and their relationship to exciting developments in the Parisian fashion industry. This theme relates to a special exhibition, "Impressionism, Fashion and Modernity," coming to Chicago's Art Institute this summer.

Let's Make Music

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Foundations for learning through music and interactive movement and interactive play. For babies 18 to 36 months with an adult caregiver.Register starting June 1st. IPPL card required. No siblings please.

Senator Radogno's Office

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

A meet & greet in the library's lobby.

Kids Tour - Flat Stanley Travels the World

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Travel with us on the Worldwide Adventures of Flat Stanley.
Stanley will take us on virtual visits of Australia, Canada, China and more.

K&T Readers' Theatre Troupe

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Using the 2013 Monarch Book Nominees, plays have been created for 4-6th graders to read. Registration for this program requires participants to be registered in our Summer Reading Club and includes 5 rehearsals and then a performance at the Monday July 22 Family Night at IPPL.

Finance group

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

to discuss the stock market

Beginners Genealogy on the Web

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Hands-on class limited to 12 IPPL cardholders.
Explore the best websites to begin your genealogical research online.
*Requires proficiency with the mouse and the keyboard.
*Requires proficiency with Internet use.

Senior Friday Fun Days

When: Friday, June 14, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Join other seniors for a picnic in the Reading Garden. Bring a lunch—we’ll provide lemonade. Drop in.

Canasta Club

When: Friday, June 14, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Conference Room

Play canasta

ESL Conversation Group

When: Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Practice your English pronunciation and conversation skills guided by a volunteer from Literacy DuPage

Book Buddies 10:30

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN Book Buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person at the Kids & Teens Desk starting June 1.

Book Buddies 11:00

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

Book Buddies 11:30

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

Mah-Jongg Group

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Play mah-jongg - experienced level.

Book Buddies 12:00

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

Monday Bridge Group

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

bridge card game

MidKids Tour - Scrapbook Traveling

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Get creative -Design a wild and awesome vacation scrapbook like in the United Tates of America by Paula Danziger. Or, get inspired by books like Ripley’s Search for the Shrunken Heads, Marco Polo: His Notebook and Dragonology. Bring pictures and items from your own vacations and trips or use our supplies to create your dream trip.

Adult Chess Group

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

Beginner or advanced, join this congenial group for friendly competition.

Family Tour - DuPage Children's Museum

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

DuPage Children’s Museum brings hands-on portable exhibits that teach early science and math concepts.

GenLit (for 20-30 somethings)

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Snobs by Julian Fellowes (2004)

Meet at Home Run Inn Pizza, 7521 Lemont Rd., Darien.

Family Tour - DuPage Children's Museum

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

DuPage Children's Museum brings hands-on portable exhibits that teach early science and math concepts.

All Ages Story times

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: Meeting Room

Join us. For children of all ages accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Drop in story time.

K&T Chess

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

For beginning or experienced chess players entering grades 1st - 6th. Fun and instruction. Come to the Kids & Teens ask Us Desk 1:15PM each time for an entrance pass. Must be registered in SRC.

K & T Chess

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

For beginning or experienced chess players entering grades 1st - 6th. Fun & instruction. Come to the K&T Ask Us Desk at 1:15p each week for an entrance pass. Participants must be registered in SRC.

Introduction to Word

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Learn to create, save, and name a document, plus how to format text in this class. Basic computer skills required.

Babies, Books & Songs

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Story times teach pre-reading skills that help your child get ready to read. Register starting June 1st online or in person at K&T Ask Us Desk. Class limited to 18 babies from birth up to 18 months with an adult caregiver. No siblings please.

Book Buddies 10:30

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN Book Buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person at the Kids & Teens Desk starting June 1.

Book Buddies 11:00

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

Book Buddies 11:30

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

Book Buddies 12:00

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

Computers for Beginners

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

In this two part class (6/19 & 6/20) you will learn the basics, including how to use a computer keyboard and mouse. No prior computer experience required.

Intermediate Word

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

This class builds on basic Word skills. Learn intermediate features including handling lists, mail merging, charts and tables, and templates. Basic computer skills required.

Library Board Meeting

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Conference Room

Library Board Meeting

Let's Make Music

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Foundations for learning through music and interactive movement and interactive play. For babies 18 to 36 months with an adult caregiver. IPPL card required. No siblings please.

K&T Readers' Theatre Troupe

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Using the 2013 Monarch Book Nominees, plays have been created for 4-6th graders to read. Registration for this program requires participants to be registered in our Summer Reading Club and includes 5 rehearsals and then a performance at the Monday July 22 Family Night at IPPL.

Computers for Beginners

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

In this two part class (6/19 & 6/20) you will learn the basics, including how to use a computer keyboard and mouse. No prior computer experience required.

C.O.D.-What You Need to Know

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Lobby

A representative from The College of DuPage will be in the library lobby to answer questions about general admission. Drop in.

Poetry Workshop Series

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Conference Room

Learn to write poetry while reading and discussing poems. This is a free workshop limited to 15 participants. Led by poet and professor Kristen LaTour

Reverse Tie Dye

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Bring your own dark colored shirt and transform it with bleach! We'll have plenty of ideas to spark your creativity. Please wear old clothes, just in case.

Emerald Ridge Townhome Association

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Board Meeting

Japanese Story Time

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Multipurpose Room

Outside group story time and singing nursery songs in Japanese. Not a library sponsored event.

Canasta Club

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Conference Room

Play canasta

Internet for Beginners

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Meeting Room

Learn to access websites, fill out forms, perform searches, and more. Basic computer skills required.