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December Closings
December 10 — Staff In-Service Day
December 24, 25, and 26 — Christmas Holidays
December 31, January 1 and 2 — New Year's Holidays
NO MATERIALS ARE DUE WHEN THE LIBRARY IS CLOSED. |
ADDISON SWITCHBOARD GIFT TAG PROJECT
 Again this holiday season, the Addison Library will have a  Christmas tree in our lobby with gift tags for needy children. If you would like to participate, choose a gift tag from the tree with the child’s age, sex, and size. Return the tag with a new gift for that child to the Library.
The Addison Switchboard will distribute these gifts to children in Addison who, without your generosity, might not receive anything this holiday season. The deadline for returning gifts is December 12th.
If you wish to make a monetary gift instead of taking a tag and doing the shopping for the Addison Switchboard’s Christmas drive, you can contact the Switchboard:
Phone 630-628-2698
Or send a donation to
Addison Community Switchboard (Christmas Drive)
193 W. Michael Lane
Addison, IL 60101
 RECYCLE UNUSED EYEGLASSES
Bring the eyeglasses you no longer need to the Addison Public Library. We have a collection box on the Holds Shelf in the lobby. Members of the Addison Lions Club will pick up the glasses so they can be reused.
Donating eyeglasses is a great way to be green and to help someone else at the same time.
If you cannot locate the box, just ask at the Circulation Desk.
TEENS DECORATE LIBRARY FOR THE HOLIDAYS
 Teens spent the afternoon decorating the tree in the Quiet Reading Room and the one in the Teen Zone. This year several moms and 1 younger brother joined in.
They wrapped presents for under the trees. And, they wrapped books donated from Children's Services' Book Giving Tree.
It's amazing what teens will do for snacks!
Stop by and see their great decorating talents.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE
Members of the Friends of the Addison Public Library are having a paperback and children’s book sale on Sunday, December 5, from 1:30 to 4 pm. This is the same day as the library's annual HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE.
The books will sell for 25¢ each, 5 for $1, or $3 to fill a bag (adult books only for the $3 a bag price).
Buy some books, and enjoy the Chicago Cossacks and Suzette the Balloon Artist.
If you have questions, contact the Friends at 630-458-3328, leave a message, and your call will be returned.
LIBRARY BLOG
Check out the library's blog, which is intended to keep all of our Addison friends up to date on the newest programs and services for children, teens, and adults. It is just getting started, but it is a great way to stay current with everything that is happening at the library.
CIRCUIT BREAKER FORMS
Stop by the Adult Services Department to pick up Circuit Breaker forms which are available for anyone who needs them. The forms say 2009, but staff checked with the Illinois Department on Aging, and the forms are good through December 31st of this year.
Holiday Open House
Christmas from Russia with Love, 2 pm
Suzette, the Balloon Artist, following Chicago Cossacks
All ages, children under 10 with and adult.
The Library hosts its annual open house. The Friends of the Addison Public Library will provide refreshments.
At 2 pm the Chicago Cossacks, a song and dance ensemble, will put you into the holiday spirit. These spirited musicians play Russian, Ukrainian, Cossack, Jewish, and Russian Roma holiday songs on traditional Russian instruments.
After watching the Chicago Cossacks meet Suzette, the Balloon Artist. She will make balloon creations, including candy canes, reindeer, and snowmen.
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Sunday, December 5, 1:30-4 pm
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Children under 10 years of age must be supervised by a parent or approved care giver 16 years of age or older.
School Age Programs
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Ready Readers
Henry and Mudge and a Very Merry Christmas by Cynthia Rylant.
At Christmastime, Henry and his dog Mudge enjoy baking, decorating,
presents, and relatives.
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Wednesday, December 8, 4-5 pm
Register online, click here.
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Decorating Edible Gingerbread Houses
For children 1st- 5th grades
Rose Deneen of Food is Fun! will demonstrate how to decorate an edible gingerbread house. You will then have the opportunity to decorate your own masterpiece to take home and enjoy.
Space is limited.
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Saturday, December 11, 2-3 pm
Registration is CLOSED.
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Crazy for Chapters
Title to Be Announced.
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Thursday, December 16, 4-5 pm
Registration begins December 4
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Young Monets: Holiday Art
We will review art with a holiday theme. Using a variety of media,
we will create art that can be given to someone special for a holiday
gift.
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Wednesday, December 15, 4-5 pm
Registration begins December 4
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One-on-One Computer Tutoring
Grades 2-5
Trouble with your typing? Pondering how to design in Publisher?
Sign up for One-on-One computer tutoring with a Children’s Library staff member. Let us know what you need help with, and we will
teach you how. Children must have an Addison Library Card
with internet access.
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Mondays & Wednesdays 3-4 pm or 6-7 pm or 7-8 pm
Select Saturdays, 11-noon
By appointment only,
630-458-3338
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Family Entertainment
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Fancy Nancy Holiday Tea Party
Girls of all ages with an adult
Our popular Holiday Tea Party for mothers, grandmothers, and their favorite girls features stories, games, and crafts. Dress in your glamorous best. We will end the event with a fashion show, and the girl and the adult wearing the most gorgeous and Fancy
Nancy-like outfits will win a prize. All the girls can have their photo taken with a life-sized Fancy Nancy picture.
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Saturday, December 4, 2-3 pm
Registration is CLOSED.
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 Secret Santa Stories & Crafts
All ages: Children must be accompanied by an adult
Ho! Ho! Ho! It is December, so that means Santa is getting ready to give gifts to good girls and boys. Come to the library to hear old and new Santa stories. Then, embrace the giving spirit of Santa by making cards and ornaments for your friends and family. Each child will receive a secret Santa surprise.
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Monday, December 6, 7-8 pm
Registration is CLOSED.
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Preschool Story Times
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Holiday Stories Breakfast
Birth -5 years with an adult
Help us celebrate December holidays at our first ever holiday
breakfast! A light breakfast will be served, followed by stories, games,
and crafts.
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Wednesday, December 8, 10-11 am
Registration is CLOSED.
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Drop-In Programs
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Drop-In Gingerbread Crafts
All Ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult and supervised at all times. Space is limited.
Drop in to make gingerbread crafts. You must have an Addison Public Library Card. Entry pass distribution begins 15 minutes before starting time.
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Saturday, December 11, 11 am-noon
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All programs are for students in Grades 6-12, unless otherwise stated, and are FREE.
After-School Gaming
The “party room” is open for 6th–12th graders to play Wii, Playstation 2, board
games, eat snacks, and hang out with friends. Have some snacks, and play
with your friends on the big screen. You must register to attend. |
Wednesday, December 8, 3–4:30 pm
Register online, click here.
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Despicable Me
Despicable Me is released December 14 on DVD. Come to this special showing on the big screen only for teens! There will be snacks, drinks, and comfy chairs. |
Tuesday, December 14, 3:15–5:15 pm
Register online, click here |
 Teen Craft: Decorate a Wooden Box
Each person will receive one FREE box, which you can decorate with beads, stickers, yarn, markers, lace: Use your creativity. Make one for yourself or as a holiday present for someone else! |
Thursday, December 16, 3–5 pm
Register online, click here |
Xbox 360 Gaming Tournament!
We are getting an Xbox 360 for the library. Come play on the big screen
with your friends!
Email game suggestions (games must be T or E rated — no Mature titles!) |
Tuesday, Dec. 28, 7–8:30 pm
Register online, click here. |
The Job Club and the Craft Club will not meet in December.
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Book Discussion
The December book is The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
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Tuesday, December 7, 7 pm
Register online, click here
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Create a Holiday Centerpiece
Peggy Garvin of Garvin Gardens, South Elgin, returns for the centerpiece program. Peggy brings fresh greens, decorations, and her expertise. You bring garden pruners. Everyone who takes this class makes a beautiful centerpiece that lasts throughout the holidays.
The nonrefundable $15 fee for each participant covers the cost of materials and is due at the time of registration.
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Thursday, December 9, 7 pm
$15 per person for materials
Registration is CLOSED
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Monday Movie
Eat Pray Love (pg13, 133 minutes)
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Monday, December 27, 2 pm or 6:30 pm
Register online for the 2 pm showing, click here
Register online for the 6:30 pm showing, click here
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Computer Classes
Register for computer classes at the Adult Services Desk, 630.458.3318. Preference is given to Addison Public Library Card holders.
| Introduction to Microsoft Excel |
Thursday, December 2, 7 pm
Friday, December 3, 10 am |
| Introduction to PowerPoint |
Thursday, December 9, 7 pm |
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4 Friendship Plaza
Addison, IL 60101-2499
(Intersection of J. F. Kennedy Drive and Army Trail Road)
Main Phone:
(630) 543-3617
Children's Services:
(630) 458-3338
Circulation Services:
(630) 458-3326
Information Services:
(630) 458-3318
Readers' Services:
(630) 458-3320
Teen Services:
(630) 458-3319
Hours
Mon-Thu: 9 am - 9 pm
Fri: 9 am - 6 pm
Sat: 9 am - 5 pm
Sun: 1 - 5 pm
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Sandra Super, President
Lisa Knauf, Vice President
Robert Kepka, Treasurer
Kathi Reed, Secretary
Linda Durec, Trustee
Marianne Fotopoulos, Trustee
J. Thomas Willis, Trustee
LIBRARY CONTACTS
Mary Medjo Me Zengue
Director
Mary Marshall
Assistant Director &
Children's Services
Uma Mirmira
Adult Services
Diane Klecka
Circulation Services
Yabin Liu
Information Technology
Jennifer Handell
Technical Services
Sally Schuster
Editor
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