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Information is included about the library's July 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 Monday, July 4, for Independence Day! |
DLS BECOMES RAILS JULY 1
On July 1, the DuPage Library System (DLS) will merge with four other systems to form the new Reach Across Illinois Library System (RAILS). The question you may be asking is "Will I still be able to get materials from other libraries delivered to Addison?" The answer is "Yes, delivery service will continue as usual."
During the first half of the 2010 calendar year, representatives of the Alliance, DuPage, Metropolitan, North Suburban, and Prairie Area library systems met to explore ways to mitigate the serious fiscal situation for the state-funded systems and to safeguard services to the Illinois library community.
The strategy chosen is the merger of the five organizations to begin operations as a single entity on July 1, 2011.
 All DLS member libraries, including Addison, will become members of RAILS. Libraries currently receiving delivery services will receive the same level of service when the merger takes place. Delivery services and procedures will remain in effect for the beginning of the new fiscal year while delivery and facilities options are being transitioned to the new system.
There will be no delivery service on Monday, July 4, 2011. The Addison Public Library will be closed that day as well.
To learn more about the merger, click here.
PERKS & POSSIBILITIES OPEN THIS SUMMER
Perks and Possibilities Cafe is open this summer for the weeks that summer school is in session. The hours are the same as during the regular school year: Monday through Thursday from 9 to 11 am.
 Stop by and enjoy freshly brewed coffee, tea, and cool drinks. Donuts, muffins, yogurt, and a variety of snack items are also for sale.
The café is a joint venture between the library and DuPage High School District 88. The café’s operators are students from the Transitions Program and their advisors. This program helps cognitively disabled students, ages 19-21, learn life skills, obtain job training in a community setting, and transition to life after District 88.
The students make a good cup of coffee and always have a smile to share.
SUMMER READING CONTINUES
through Saturday, July 30
There is still time to join Summer Reading. There are programs for children (birth – entering 5th grade), tweens and teens (entering 6th – 12th grades), and adults (18 years +). The theme for children and adults is “A Midsummer Knight’s Read.” The theme for tweens and teens is “Books are Good (Brain) Food!” Sign up today and get reading!
SUMMER READING DONORS
There are many great prizes you can win when you join Summer Reading and complete the program. One reason the library can make winning such fun is that organizations and businesses from the area make generous contributions. The library thanks each and every one of them!
These generous businesses and organizations donated prized for this year's Summer Reading Program.
Addison Dairy Queen
Addison Park District
Applebee's
Bulls/Sox Academy
Buona Catering
Carol Stream Park District
Casey's Restaurant
Cernan Eath and Space Center
Chicago Architecture Foundation
Chicago Skydeck
Classic Cinema
DuPage Children's Museum
Du Page County Fair
Friends of the Addison Public Library
Gameworks
Illinis Railway Museum
John G. Shedd Aquarium
Kiwanis Club of Addison
The Law Office of John Pankau
LEGOLAND
Marcus Cinema - Addison
McAninch Arts Center
Metropolis Performing Arts Center
Renaissance Faire
Trails Entertainment Centers
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. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Preschool Story Classes
Begin with Books
Birth-35 months with an adult
In this parent/ child story time, the emphasis is on helping babies and toddlers develop early literacy skills through the use of stories, rhymes, and music. Participation and time to play with our special story time toys are also included. |
Wednesdays, through July 13, 10-10:30 am
Registration closed |
Preschool Stories
Ages 3-5
Preschool children have fun and develop early reading readiness in this story time that includes books, rhymes, music, and games. To accommodate families with children of different ages, this story time is held simultaneously with Begin with Books. |
Wednesdays, through July 13, 10-10:30 am
Registration closed |
Make & Take Preschool Crafts
Ages 5 and under
Drop in and make a craft.
You must show your Addison Public Library card. Get entry passes 15 minutes before program starting time at the Ask Here Desk. |
Wednesday, July 13, 10:30-11 am
No registration |
Library Classes for School-Age Children
Ready Readers: Time for T-Ball by Alyson Heller
Entering Grades 1-2
At T-ball practice, Caleb is not very nice when the other children try to hit the ball, but when it is his turn, he finds that he in not much better. Includes decorating baseball caps. |
Thursday, July 7, 2-3 pm
Register online, click here |
Medieval Science: Catapults Workshop
Entering Grades 2-5
Use a catapult to fling ping pong balls across the room. Learn the difference between potential and kinetic energy, and put Newton's Laws of Motion to the test. |
Tuesday, July 12, 2-3 pm
Registration begins July 2 |
Computer Fun for Kids
Entering Grades 3-5
This 3-week computer class will teach children to use Microsoft Word, Powerpoing, Excel, and the Internet. |
Saturdays, July 16-30, 11 am-12 noon
Registration begins July 9 |
Young Monets: Clay
Entering Grades 1-5
Students will learn about clay artists and use some basic clay techniques. The afternoon also includes art themed stories, games, and activities. |
Wednesday, July 20, 2-3 pm
Registration begins July 9 |
Crazy for Chapters: Lunch Lady and the Summer Camp Shakedown by Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Entering Grades 3-5
When the crime-fighting school lunch lady works as the cook at summer camp, she investigates the mystery of the legendary swam monster |
Thursday, July 21, 2-3 pm
Registration begins July 9 |
Decorating Fun with Crispy Rice Treats Workshop
Entering Grades 2-5
Rose Deneen demonstrates how to decorate crispy rice treats. Each child creates his or her own masterpiece! |
Tuesday, August 2, 2-3 pm
Registration begins July 23 |
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 |
Drop-In Mondays
No registration is required, but you must show your Addison Public Library card. Get entry passes 15 minutes before program starting time at the Ask Here Desk. Space is limited.
Drop-In LEGO
Build with LEGOs and listen to stories relating to the theme of the month. Please do not bring your own LEGOs. |
Monday, July 11, 2-3 pm |
Drop-In Crafts
Most crafts can be completed in 10-20 minutes. |
Monday, June July 18, 2-3 pm |
Drop-In fun with Play-Doh
Every day is a great day for Play-Doh! We will have lots of dough and tools to shape and mold it, we just need some creative kids to come in and have some fun! |
Monday, June July 25, 2-3 pm |
Drop-In BINGO
Join us for a fun afternoon of BINGO. Prizes for all! |
Monday, August 1, 2-3 pm |
Drop-In Wii Tournament
Entering Grades 1-5
Challenge your friends to Mario Kart. Everyone will play at least 2 games with points awarded by finishing place. The top 8 will face off to find the Mario Kart champion. Prizes! |
Monday, August 15, 2-3:30 pm |
Family Events
These programs are geared towards preschool children, but all ages are welcome with an adult.
Come Play with Winnie the Pooh
A new movie is premiering; rediscover Winnie the Pooh, Tigger and all their friends. Enjoy stories, crafts and games. |
Saturday, July 16, 2-3 pm
Registration begins July 2 |
Knights and Princesses Breakfast
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! The honour of thy presence is requested at our breakfast of knights and princesses. Partake in a light morning snack, tales, handicrafts, and games. |
Wednesday, July 20, 10-11 am
Registration begins July 9 |
Harry Potter Celebration (bilingual English/Spanish)
The last Harry Potter movies opens in theaters July 15. The library will celebrate with all things Harry Potter. |
Saturday, July 23, 2-3 pm
Registration begins July 9 |
Active Music for Children
Famed children's musician Bill Hooper will lead this humorous, highly interactive morning of fun. Join him as he shares original songs that promote early childhood education. |
Wednesday, August 3, 10-10:30 am
Registration begins July 23 |
Professional Performers
All ages with an adult
See a Juggler! Be a Juggler!
Family entertainer Jason Kollum begins with the Rock n' Roll Variety Juggling Show. The audience members try balancing and juggling stunts. Everyone participates and learns cool skills. You become the juggler! |
Wednesday, July 13, 7-8 pm
Tickets available beginning July 2 |
A Midsummer Knight's Read
This special show, presented by Rob Erdmann, combines magic, puppets, storytelling, and audience participation. Stories about knights, dragons, princesses, and wizards will have you laughing for the whole program. |
Wednesday, July 27, 7-8 pm
Tickets available beginning July 16 |
En Espanol
Lectores Listos
Entrando Grados 2-3
Cuarto de Craft/Story
Los niños aprenderán a disfrutar de la lectura y mejorar sus habilidades de lectura en "Lectores Listos." Cada sesión incluye cuentos, juegos, y manualidades basadas en el libro. El libro será leído en voz alta mientras que los lectores siguen el texto en el libro. Ellos recibirán una copia del libro para mantener la práctica de la lectura más en casa. Cada sesión requiere registro.
¿Súper Hombre Mosca? por Tedd Arnold iUn niño creativo quiere una mascota para la Demostración Maravillosa de Mascotas, así que coge una mosca sin saber que Superhombre Mosca se convertirá en un gran amigo! |
Sábado 9 de Julio, 2-3 pm
Por favor registrarse a partir del sábado 25 de Junio Los |
Teen Craft: Shrinky Dinks
Get creative with the amazing shrinking technology! Make necklaces, charms, backpack decorations! |
Wednesday, July 6, 6:30-8 pm
Register online, click here |
Teen Gaming
The “party room” is open. Play video games on two big screens, play board games, eat snacks, and hang out with friends. |
Wednesday, July 13, 2-4 pm
No registration |
Harry Potter Party
Prepare for the release of the final HP movie with other HP fans! Trivia contest, then food and socializing while watching HP and the Deathly Hallows, part 1. |
Thursday, July 14, 5:30-8:30 pm
Register online, click here |
Catapult-Building Competition
Within a set amount of time, you or your team will build a catapult from the materials the Library will supply. Then, we will see who can shoot the furthest! Small prizes, snacks, drinks.
Stop by the Teen Desk or check the Teen Web page for a list of catapult supplies. |
Wednesday, July 20, 3-4:30 pm
Register online, click here |
"Left4Dead2" Tournament on Xbox 360
Destroy the most zombies, before they eat you!
THIS GAME IS RATED "M" BECAUSE OF VIOLENCE. |
Tuesday, July 26, 6:30-8:30 pm
To register, click here |
Recurring Programs
Book Discussion
This month the group will discuss Foundation by Isaac Asimov. |
Tuesday, July 5, 7 pm
Register online, click here |
Creating Connections with Confidence!
The people to people approach to job search success is the most practical and powerful method of opening doors and creating meaningful opportunities. If the fine art and science of NETWORKING seems more like a nagging chore or nightmare…this presentation is for you!
Packed with motivational messages that will challenge your thinking about "networking," this interactive forum will also provide you with the practical tools and techniques you need to finally get connected.
Career Coach Jody Eriksen of Career Support Services Corporation invites you to join her in this dynamic learning session focused on how to put people at the center of your search strategy. |
Tuesday, July 12, 7 pm
Register online, click here |
Craft Club
Anyone interested in joining the group should bring a UFO (UnFinished Object) to work on and a completed project for show and tell. |
Monday, July 18, 7 pm
No registration required |
Monday Movie
Lincoln Lawyer (R, 119 minutes)
Los Angeles criminal defense attorney Mickey Haller, who operates out of the back of his Lincoln Continental sedan, has his first high-paying client in several years. The Beverly Hill playboy appears to be a dream client, but the reality is far different. Based on the novel by Michael Connelly. |
Monday, July 25, 2 pm or 6:30 pm
Register online: click here for the 2 pm showing, click here for the 6:30 showing |
Computer Classes
No computer classes are scheduled.
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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
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630-458-3318
Readers' Services:
630-458-3320
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Hours
Mon-Thu: 9 am - 9 pm
Fri: 9 am - 5 pm
Sat: 9 am - 5 pm
Sun: Closed
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
Sally Schuster
Editor
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