WELCOME TO OUR E-NEWSLETTER
We have included a schedule of special programs planned from May 15 through July 15. Details about the programs can be found on our Website.
 

FREE ASTHMA SCREENING
On Saturday, May 15, from 2:30 to 4:30 pm, the Library will host an asthma screening for all ages. This is part of a nationwide asthma screening program supported by the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology to help community members identify breathing problems, to raise awareness of the seriousness of asthma, and to let the public know how allergists can help them find relief from their symptoms.

Dr. Eugenia Hahn will provide flyers, questionnaires, and brochures about recognizing asthma symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. In addition, there is an opportunity for people to assess their lungs through a simple blowing test with a peak flow meter.

CHECK OUT THE LIBRARY'S FACEBOOK PAGES
Become a Facebook friend of the Addison Public Library Adult Services Department, Teen Zone, and Children's Library. You will find lots of useful information on their Facebook pages.

The Children's Library developed the first Facebook page. By becoming a supporter when you click the "Like" button, parents and teachers have another way to communicate with our Children’s staff, learn about new programs, receive reminders about upcoming events, and view photos of the Children’s Library and our programs. Fans can also post comments about the library and our programs.

The Teen Zone page alerts followers to an eclectic variety of information: programs, photos of events, new music, books, and more.  Become a supporter of the Teen Zone when you click the "Like" button.

The Adult Services Department developed the most recent page. View photos, learn about programs and upcoming events, see what the Reader Services and Reference staff is promoting, and find information on educational and recreational reading.  Become a supporter of Adult Services when you click the "Like" button. 

SCARE UP A GOOD BOOK!
Summer Reading Is Coming June 5
Registration begins Saturday, June 5, at 9 am, for Scare Up a Good Book!, this year's Summer Reading Program. There is a program for everyone who has an Addison Public Library card. All of the summer reading programs end July 31. Children from birth through entering grade 5 in the fall sign up in the Children’s Department. Teens entering grades 6 through 12 in the fall register at the Teen Desk. Those 18 years of age and older join at the Adult Services Desk. This is your chance to read for fun and prizes.

CHILDREN'S SERVICES CHANGES DROP-IN PROGRAMS
Drop-in programs do not require registration and are very popular. To make certain Addison residents can attend, certain procedural changes are taking place. Fifteen minutes before a program begins, participants get an entry pass to attend the program. The passes are distributed at the Ask Here Desk. Space is limited, and an Addison Public Library card is required.

NEW DATABASES...COMING IN JUNE, 2010
Adult Services staff selected a number of new databases which have a broad range of full text and bibliographic materials. These will replace some the library currently offers. They can be searched from home or at the library. These new databases include:

For more information, stop by the Adult Services Desk.

SPOTLIGHT ON ADDISON
Because of budgeting constraints, the Back-to-School issue (August/September) of Spotlight on Addison will be the last. The Library’s Board of Trustees and staff are discussing the best avenue of getting information to you. Encourage your friends and neighbor to sign up for this eNewsletter, which is emailed to you. They can sign up on the front page of our Website.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS FOR MAY 15 – JULY 15
 

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