April 
2011 

Volume 7
Number 4

WELCOME TO OUR E-NEWSLETTER

We are always looking for ways to improve this eNewsletter, and we welcome your suggestions. Information is included about the library's April programs with online registration when applicable.

SNAPSHOT DAY: APRIL 13

When you come to the library on Wednesday, April 13, you may be asked to fill out a questionnaire, or someone may take your photograph. After all, it is Snapshot: One Day in the Life of Illinois Libraries.

Did you know that every day 300,000 Americans get job-seeking help at their public library? Did you know that every month 2.8 million business owners and employees use resources at public libraries to support their small businesses? Were you aware that every day, 14,700 people attend free library computer classes—a retail value of $2.2 million? That’s $629 million worth of computer classes annually (based on 286 business days per year). Public libraries circulate as many items every day as FedEx ships packages worldwide. Library users enjoy $82 million of value every day from the materials checked out at libraries. These represent just a few of the many programs and services enjoyed by our APL users.

We think public libraries are among the best bargains around. If you know and appreciate the value of your public library, we hope you’ll help get the word out. We want all the citizens of Illinois and, particularly, our Illinois lawmakers to see what a typical day is like for an Illinois library. Lawmakers have reduced state funding that is vital to help libraries like ours maintain current programs and services much less provide new programs and services, purchase new materials, and support the delivery of materials from other libraries.

We’ll be joining libraries across the state in participating in Snapshot: One Day in the Life of Illinois Libraries to show how important academic, public, school, and special libraries and library systems are to the state of Illinois. On this day we will compile statistics, customer comments, photographs, and other data chronicling a typical library day. These results will be added to those of other libraries across Illinois to show how libraries provide invaluable services to Illinois citizens.

Results will be shared with community leaders and legislators, and we hope this "snapshot" drives home the point to lawmakers that their constituents—you, our patrons—rely on us for critical services, and we can’t afford any more cuts in funding to libraries.

Please visit the library on April 13th and show your support for libraries.

(Statistical data in this post is from the OCLC Report How Libraries Stack Up)
 

LIBRARY TO BE AWARDED EARTH FLAG

Wednesday, April 20, 7 pm
Library staff have worked hard to complete the Earth Flag Certification Program. We will receive our flag on April 20. We hope you will join us for a celebration!

The award-winning Earth Flag Certification Program was developed by the SCARCE Team to help businesses and organizations be more environmentally responsible. They helped us implement practical, eco-friendly initiatives and are now recognizing us for our efforts as a friend of the environment.

SCARCE stands for School & Community Assistance for Recycling and Composting Education. Their mission is to inspire people, through education, to preserve & care for the Earth's natural resources, while working to build sustainable communities.

Kay McKeen, Director of SCARCE, will present our flag. Our staff will tell you about the things we have done to earn the flag. Refreshments will be served.

Following the flag presentation, Kay will present a program about rain barrels and water conservation. It will be an interesting and compelling presentation. It will begin around 7:30 pm.

SCANNER

A SimpleScan station has replaced the black and white photocopier on the 2nd floor in the library. The scannner copies single pages as well as books. Its beveled edge protects book spines from damage while allowing the page to lie flat on the glass. It produces a clear image of the text across the entire page. And, it can reduce paper usage, saving trees.

Scanned image images can be converted into digital PDF, Word, and Excel files. These digital files can be emailed, printed, searched, retrieved, and edited. The scanner handles both black and white and color documents. If you choose the print option, it still costs 10¢ per page for black and white and 50¢ for color.

Please ask a staff member for assistance, if needed.
 

FRIENDS OF THE ADDISON PUBLIC LIBRARY

Tea Party
Sunday, April 10, 2 pm
Join the Friends for a tea party. The guest of honor is Agatha Christie. Cast members of the Addison Trail High School’s upcoming play, Christie’s Mousetrap, will be in costume and serve refreshments.

Talented actress Betsey Means, as Agatha Christie, presents “The Mystery of Living." It is 1932, Agatha is packing for Syria, a trip she and her archeologist husband Max Mallowan will embark on shortly.

ATHS cast members may, perhaps, perform a short scene from Mousetrap. They will also sell tickets for the play, which takes place April 14-16.

Tea, scones, and Agatha, what could be better?

To register online, click here.

Book Sale
Saturday, April 16, 11 am-4 pm
Don't miss the opportunity to add to your personal library by attending the Friends’ Annual Book Sale. Friends of the Library members only will be admitted from 10-11 am. Hardcover books, DVDs, and CDs will be $1 and paperbacks 25 cents. Friends memberships will be available at the entrance for $10 (individual).

APRIL PROGRAMS

Children's Programs
Teen Programs
Adult Programs

Children's Programs

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.

School Age Classes

Family Entertainment

LEGO Workshop: Tall Towers Ages 5-10 only Builders from the LEGOLand Discovery Center in Schaumburg present the “Tall Towers” Workshop. Children become architects for the day and learn how buildings are constructed. Children attending the workshop receive a free pass to visit the LEGOLand Discovery Center.  Space is limited. Younger children may attend the drop-in Club LEGO.	Saturday, April 9, 2-3 pm Register online, click here
My Little Pony My Little Pony fans and all those who love horses will not want to miss this event that includes pony stories, pony crafts and pony games.	Saturday, April 23, 2-3 pm Registration begins April 9
Children's Day in Japan Children’s Day in Japan is a special holiday to celebrate the happiness of all children. Come to the library to celebrate and be happy!  We will start with Japanese culture by listening to Japanese folktales, and then play games and make crafts. We will end with some Japanese candy and snacks. It is a special day for children in Japan, and now it will be for children here too!	Saturday, April 30, 2-3 pm Registration begins April 16

Professional Performers

Dave Herzog's Marionettes Present "Stars on Strings"  Back by popular demand, Dave Herzog and his marionettes will perform “Stars on Strings.” Dave Herzog has performed over 1,000 shows throughout the country, including frequent performances at Navy Pier.  For this show, he will perform a musical marionette variety show with the marionettes representing famous stars. The Chicago Tribune describes his show as “Magical Motion.”  Don’t miss your opportunity to see this fabulous show, free at the library.

Wednesday, April 13, 7-7:45 pm Tickets are available beginning April 2

Preschool Story Classes

Drop-In Events

These programs do not require registration, but an Addison Public Library card is needed. Fifteen minutes before an event begins, entry passes are distributed at the Ask Here Desk. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited.

Club LEGO Come to the library to build with LEGOs, and use your creativity and math skills to build one-of-a kind creations. The instructor will read stories relating to the theme of the month. Please do not bring your own LEGOs. We will use the Library’s LEGOs (these will remain at the library for future club meetings).	Saturday, April 9, 2-3 pm
Make & Take Crafts Following Preschool Story Classes, children can make a special craft to take home. Most crafts can be completed in 10-15 minutes.	Wednesday, April 27, 10:30-11 am OR Thursday, April 28, 11:30 am-noon

En Español

Teen Programs

All programs are for students in Grades 6-12, unless otherwise stated, and are FREE.

Adult Programs

Special Events

Money Smart Week: Is Your Nest Egg Cracked? How confident are you that you can now retire? If you are retired, can you stay financially independent? Financial advisor Richard Bertucco explores ways to maintain the life-style to which you have become accustomed, even in down markets.	Monday, April 4, 7 pm Register online, click here.
Everything Old Is New Again Reinvent your home with interior stylist Julea Joseph. Get tips and techniques to revitalize your home’s belongings into something marvelous and new. Repurpose what you have, add a new purchase, and give your home a new perspective for spring! Julea has been featured on HGTV, CLTV, WGN, and ABC7. This program is cosponsored by the Women's Club of Addison.	Thursday, April 7, 7 pm Register online, click here
Tea with Agatha Christie The Friends of the Addison Public Library are hosting a tea party. Agatha Christie, the English Queen of Crime, is the guest of honor. Talented actress Betsey Means, as Agatha Christie, presents “The Mystery of Living.” Tea, scones, and Agatha, what could be better?	Sunday, April 10, 2 pm Register online, click here
The Chicago Music Scene Musician Dean Milano didn’t just listen to wonderful artists who filled Chicago with music during the 1960s and 70s; he played along with them and musicians of all types for 20 years. He combines his own live singing, accompanied by guitar, with a Power Point of great photos and his personal stories.	Tuesday, April 12, 7 pm Register online, click here
Winston Churchill: The Greatest Statesman of the 20th Century Winston Churchill played a prominent role in the colonial wars of the British Empire and both World Wars, held almost every British government office, met and was intimate with virtually every world leader during the first half of the 20th Century, and was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature. Dan Myers shares rare photos and brief excerpts from his speeches.	Monday, April 18, 2 pm Register online, click here
Create a Spring Bouquet Peggy Garvin brings everything you need to make a beautiful fresh flower arrangement. Bring garden pruners to cut the flowers. The nonrefundable $15 fee covers the cost of materials and is due at the time of registration which must be made in person.	Tuesday, April 19, 7 pm $15 per person for materials Register at the Adult Services Desk
How and Why to Use Rain Barrels SCARCE Director Kay McKeen begins the program by presenting the Earth Flag to the Library. Staff members have worked hard this year to fulfill the requirements to earn the flag and are committed to maintaining the green efforts they have begun. Following the presentation and refreshments, Kay explains the how's and why's of rain barrels. She will also discuss other ways for each of us to conserve water.	Wednesday, April 20, 7 pm Register online, click here
I Spy: Secrets of Secret Writing If you are a puzzle fan or dazzled by intrigue, Annette Baldwin takes you into the seemingly mysterious world of code writing. You get a peek at some early systems; you may even feel like a kid again as you learn to decipher the secret messages offered up for solution.	Tuesday, April 26, 7 pm Register online, click here

Recurring Programs

Computer Classes

Register for computer classes at the Adult Services Desk, 630.458.3318. Preference is given to Addison Public Library Card holders.

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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

Brooke Sievers
Technical Services

Sally Schuster
Editor