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Information is included about the library's December programs with online registration when applicable. If you no longer wish to receive this eNewsletter, please email Sally Schuster (schuster@addisonlibrary.org).
The library will be closed Friday, December 9, for staff in-service.
For the Christmas holidays, the library will be closed
December 24-26.
For the New Year's holidays, the library will be closed
December 31-January 2. |
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
Mark your calendars today for the library's annual Holiday Open House on Sunday, December 4, at 2 pm.
The afternoon begins with The Magical Sounds of the Holiday Season. Carlyn Lloyd, flute, and Emanuele Andrizzi, piano, will play holiday music. Sing along to well-known and loved Christmas carols. Listen to music from The Nutcracker, Chanukah  songs, and more. This concert is perfect for the whole family.
After watching Lloyd and Andrizzi, Suzette, the Balloon Artist, will make balloon creations—including candy canes, reindeer, and snowmen—for you to take home.
The Friends of the Addison Public Library will provide and serve refreshments.
BOOK SALE
Sunday, December 4, 2-4 pm
On the same day as the Holiday Open House, the Friends of the Addison Public Library are having a paperback and children’s book sale. Books are 25¢ each or 5 for $1.
The group also sponsors the Continuous Book Sale in the Café area and are pleased to receive donations of books, music, and movies. Bring donations to the Friends’ book bin by the Continuous Book Sale shelves. Large donations should be left at the Ask Here Desk in the Children’s Library. Magazines, Reader’s Digest books, encyclopedias, textbooks, cassettes, or videotapes are not accepted for the Continuous Book Sale.
The money the Friends raise is used to enhance the library's resources and to support services that are not within the library's budget. To learn more or to join the Friends, click here.
GIVING TREE
A Giving Tree is now in the library's lobby. You can choose a card and purchase a Christmas gift for a needy child. The library is collecting the gifts for the Addison Switchboard. All gifts must be returned to a public service desk by Sunday, December 11.
 The cards on the tree have the sex, age, and clothing size of a child. If you would like to participate in providing Christmas gifts (clothes and/or toys) for needy children, choose a snowflake, and bring back the gifts wrapped with the white cards attached. Please write on the back of the white cards the specific items that you are donating.
Volunteers from the Addison Switchboard will pick up the gifts on December 12.
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
TEENS DECORATE THE LIBRARY
For the third year, teens came to the library to  decorate the tall tree in the Quiet Reading Room as well as the small tree in the Teen Zone.
They also wrapped presents that are under both trees. They also wrapped all of the books donated for the Gift Book Tree that will be donated to the Addison Community Switchboard.
Were the snacks the biggest draw?
Children under 10 years of age must be supervised by a parent or approved care giver 16 years of age or older. Unless otherwise specified, programs are for all ages. At programs, children must be accompanied by an adult.
Preschool Story Classes
The next 4-week sessions begin the week of January 16. Registration begins January 7.
Library Classes for School-Age Children
Crazy for Chapters: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson
Grades 3-5
The six mean Herdman kids lie and steal. Even the girls smoke cigars! And then, they become involved in the community Christmas pageant. |
Thursday, December 1, 4-5 pm
Register online, click here
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Young Monets
Grades 1-5
Using a variety of media, participants will create art that can be given to someone special for a holiday gift. |
Wednesday, December 7, 4-5 pm
Register online, click here |
Ready Readers: Mr. Putter & Tabby Bake the Cake by Cynthia Rylant
Grades 1-2
With his fine cat Tabby at his side, Mr. Putter bakes a Christmas cake for his neighbor. |
Thursday, December 15, 4-5 pm
Registration begins December 3 |
One-on-One Computer Training
Entering Grades 3-5
If you just want to learn more about the computer, we are here to help. Call to schedule an appointment, and let us know what you would like to learn. We will design a class just for you. |
By appointment only: Mondays and Wednesdays, 3-4 pm, 6-7 pm, or 7-8 pm and select Saturdays, 11-12 noon |
Family Events
All ages; children must be accompanied by an adult
Santa’s Breakfast
Children, ages 5 and under with an adult
Help us celebrate the upcoming holiday. Begin with a light breakfast; stories, games, and crafts will follow. And, Santa will pay a visit! |
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 10-11 am
Register online, click here |
Don't Grouch Like the Grinch
Children, ages through Grade 5 with an adult
It's the 45th anniversary of that classic holiday special, How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Join us for a celebration of everything Grinchy. We will make ornaments to decorate the library's tree, enjoy an excerpt from the story, and play some games. Immediately following the program, enjoy holiday snacks while watching the movie. |
Saturday, Dec. 17
Program 2-3 pm
Movie: 3-3:30 pm
Registration begins Dec. 3 |
En Espanol
¡Feliz Navidad!
Es diciembre, esto quiere decir que ya mero llega Navidad. Vamos a celebrar Navidad con cuentos de, juegos y haremos adornos para sus árboles de Navidad. Cada niño recibirá un regalo. Vengan a la biblioteca y diviértanse. |
Sábado, 10 de Dic., 2-3 pm
Por favor regístrese a partir del 26 de Nov. |
Día de los Tres Reyes Magos
En la noche del 5 de enero, las figuras de los Reyes Magos se ponen en la natividad. Antes de irse a la cama de los niños colocan sus zapatos viejos debajo de su cama o en la, donde los Reyes Magos les dejan sus regalos. Vamos a celebrar este día tan especial. Vamos a tener cuentos de los reyes, jugaremos juegos y haremos manualidades para celebrar. ¡Venga y diviértase! |
Sábado, 7 de Enero, 2-3 pm
Por favor registrarse a partir del 17 de Dic. |
After-School Gaming
Video games and board games, drawing, snacks, and soda. Space is limited to 20. You MUST register. |
Wednesday, December 7, 3-4:30 pm
Register online, click here |
Graham Cracker Houses
Decorate your own graham cracker house with candies and icing. Space limited to 10, so REGISTER now! |
Thursday, Dec. 15, 3:30-5 pm
Register online, click here |
Special Programs
The Legend of St. Nicholas
Dressed as the English interpretation of St. Nicholas, also known as Father Christmas, Terry Lynch tells his festive tales. He explains the influence this 4th century Greek bishop has had on many religious and secular traditions of the holiday season throughout the world. No important secrets will be revealed! |
Thursday, December 8, 7 pm
Register online, click here |
Holiday Centerpiece Workshop
Peggy Garvin 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 is due at the time of registration. Reservations must be made in person at the Adult Services Desk. |
Thursday, Dec. 15, 7 pm
$15 per person for materials (THIS PROGRAM IS FILLED) |
Recurring Programs
Book Discussion
This month the group will discuss The Imperfectionists by Tom Rachman. Copies of the book are available at the Adult Services Desk. |
Tuesday, Dec. 6, 7 pm
Register online, click here |
Craft Club
The Craft Club meets on the 3rd Monday of each month. Anyone interested in joining the group should bring an UFO (Unfinished Object) to work on and a completed project for show and tell. There is no registration for this informal program. |
Monday, December 19
7 pm
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Computer Classes
Registration is required; contact the Adult Services Desk, 630-458-3318. Preference is given to Addison Public Library Card holders.
December 1, 7 pm
December 2, 10 am |
Excel |
| December 8, 7 pm |
PowerPoint |
One-on-One Computer Training
The Adult Services staff offers one-on-one basic computer training for Addison residents. If you are interested, contact Adult Services (630-458-3318) to schedule an appointment.
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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
Marianne Fotopoulos
Vice President
Robert Kepka
Treasurer
Kathi Reed
Secretary
Linda Durec
Trustee
Lisa Knauf
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
Brooke Sievers
Technical Services
Mary Marshall
Guest Editor
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