﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--RSS generated by Addison Public Library at Sat, 18 May 2013 04:27:39 GMT--><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:feedburner="http://rssnamespace.org/feedburner/ext/1.0"><channel><title>Addison Public Library Events</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/calendar.aspx</link><copyright /><generator>Addison Public Library</generator><item><title>Begin with Books Wednesday</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1812&amp;F_Day=April%2f17%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Registration begins March 30. This four week session begins April 10. Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[   In this parent and 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.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Registration begins March 30.  
This four week session April 10.  
Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver.&nbsp; 
    Please fill out separate registrations for each child and caregiver     .     ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Preschool Story Time Wednesday</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1815&amp;F_Day=April%2f17%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Story time for 3-5 year olds. Registration begins March 30.
This four week session begins April 10.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ 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.   &nbsp; 
   Must have an Addison Library Card.  
Children must be at least three years of age by the start of class.  
Registration begins March 30. 
This four week session begins April 10.   ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Young Monets April 17</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1818&amp;F_Day=April%2f17%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Stories of artists followed by art games and activities. Students in first through fifth grades. Free registration begins April 6. Each child must have an Addison Library Card to register.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[    Sculpture&nbsp;-&nbsp;   Following stories focusing on art and artists, children will create their own art. The afternoon also includes art themed games and activities. &nbsp;&nbsp; 
    Free registration begins April 6.  
Each child&nbsp;(first through fifth grade)&nbsp;must have an Addison Library Card to register.  ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Begin with Books Thursday</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1813&amp;F_Day=April%2f18%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Registration begins March 30. This four week session begins April 11. Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[   In this parent and 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.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Registration begins March 30.  
This four week session begins April 11.  
Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver.&nbsp; 
    Please fill out separate registrations for each child and caregiver     .     ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Preschool Story Time Thursday</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1816&amp;F_Day=April%2f18%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Story time for 3-5 year olds. 
Registration begins March 30.
This four week session begins April 11.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ 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.        
Must have an Addison Library Card.  
Children must be at least three years of age by the start of class.  
Registration begins March 30. 
This four week session begins April 11.    ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Ready Readers April 18</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1820&amp;F_Day=April%2f18%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Stories, games, and crafts based on a book. For children in first and second grades. Registration begins April 6. Each child must have an Addison Library Card to register. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  
   
   
    
  
     
   Poppleton in Spring&nbsp;   
   by&nbsp;Cynthia Rylant      
  Poppleton does some spring cleaning, tries to buy a bicycle, and stays up all night in a tent in his backyard.  
  
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   Registration is free and&nbsp;begins April 6.  
Children in first and second grades. 
Each child must have an Addison Library Card to register.   
 
Children will learn to enjoy reading and improve their reading skills in &ldquo;Ready Readers.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp; Each session includes stories, games, and crafts based on the book for that session.&nbsp;The librarian will read the book aloud while the beginning readers follow the text in a copy of the book. They will receive a copy of the book to keep for further practice reading at home. 
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 ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Club LEGO</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1824&amp;F_Day=April%2f20%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Come to the Library and build with LEGOs. No registraion needed for children accompanied by an adult, but you must have an Addison Library Card. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Come to the Library to build with LEGOs. Please do not bring your own LEGOs. We will have lots to build with at the Library, and they will reain in the Library.  
 
All children must be accompanied by an adult. 
No registration required, but you  must have an Addison Library card. ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Begin with Books Tuesday</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1811&amp;F_Day=April%2f23%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Registration begins March 30. This four week session begins April 9. Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[   In this parent and 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.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Registration begins March 30.  
This four week session begins April 9.Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver.&nbsp; 
    Please fill out separate registrations for each child and caregiver     .     ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Make and Take Preschool Crafts</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1822&amp;F_Day=May%2f01%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Drop in craft for preschool children with an adult. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Ages 5 and under, with an adult.  
  Stop at the Ask Here Desk for a pass to enter the craft room follwoing story time. Most crafts can be completed in 10-20 minutes.&nbsp;Children must be supervised at all times in the craft room.   ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Game On </title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1861&amp;F_Day=May%2f01%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Our monthly gaming day with video games, board games, and snacks.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[&nbsp;Our monthly gaming day with video games, board games, and snacks.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Make and Take Preschool Crafts</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1823&amp;F_Day=May%2f02%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Drop in craft for preschool children with an adult. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Ages 5 and under, with an adult.  
  Stop at the Ask Here Desk for a pass to enter the craft room follwoing story time. Most crafts can be completed in 10-20 minutes.&nbsp;Children must be supervised at all times in the craft room.   ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Teen Advisory Group</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1859&amp;F_Day=May%2f02%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Join us to plan the teen events at the library. We'll be finding bands for open mic, picking movies for our film club, and designing displays for the teen area.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Join us to plan the teen events at the library. We'll be finding bands for open mic, picking movies for our film club, and designing displays for the teen area.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>EBooks &amp; eMagazines</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1923&amp;F_Day=May%2f10%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Learn how to access the library’s digital collection from your tablet, smartphone, or computer using the free 3M Cloud Library or Zinio apps. Please register at the adult services desk or by calling (630) 458-3320.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Learn how to access the library&rsquo;s digital collection from your tablet, smartphone, or computer using the free 3M Cloud Library or Zinio apps. Please register at the adult services desk or by calling (630) 458-3320.  ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Drop-in Mother's Day Craft for Children</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1897&amp;F_Day=May%2f11%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Bring your child to the Library to make something special for Mother's Day.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Uh-oh! Mother&rsquo;s Day is tomorrow. Don&rsquo;t worry if you forgot&hellip; Come to the library to make something special just in time for Mom&rsquo;s special day. Space is limited. 
 
   Passes will be distributed 15 minutes before program begins.     
   Children&nbsp;with an adult.     
 ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Teen Creative Studio: Open House</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1864&amp;F_Day=May%2f13%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Mess around with GarageBand and iMovie to make your own music, movies, and designs. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[&nbsp;Mess around with GarageBand and iMovie to make your own music, movies, and designs.&nbsp;]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Take Photos Like a Photojournalist</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1912&amp;F_Day=May%2f16%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>If you’re like us, you probably plan on taking a lot of photos this summer! Make sure you do it right: Join former Chicago Tribune photojournalist John Dziekan as he teaches some tips on shooting like a pro. Teens are also welcome to attend this program.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[If you&rsquo;re like us, you probably plan on taking a lot of photos this summer! Make sure you do it right: Join former Chicago Tribune photojournalist John Dziekan as he teaches some tips on shooting like a pro. Teens are also welcome to attend this program.&nbsp;]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>English Conversation Group</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=635&amp;F_Day=May%2f18%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>This group meets on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays each month. Adult ESL learners practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. No registration is required.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[This group meets on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays each month. Adult ESL learners practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Literacy DuPage provides leadership for the program.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Teen Volunteer Orientation</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1860&amp;F_Day=May%2f18%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Make a difference this summer by volunteering at your library. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Make a difference this summer by volunteering at your library. Work with other teens to make promotional videos, design displayes, put on a play, or share your ideas with us at our first meeting.&nbsp;]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Fly Away, Butterflies</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1878&amp;F_Day=May%2f18%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Celebrate spring with butterfly stories, games and crafts. All ages with an adult. Free registration begins May 8. Must have an Addison Library Card.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Spring is here! Flowers are blooming, ladybugs are maturing and caterpillars are turning into butterflies.&nbsp;We&rsquo;ve enjoyed watching our caterpillars grow and change to butterflies and the ladybugs grow up. Join us today as we release them outside. Before we let them go, we will enjoy insect stories, games, and crafts to celebrate the occasion. 
All ages with an adult. Free registration begins May 8. Must have an Addison Library Card. 
  
 ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CANCELED: Bike Tune-Up Tips</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1913&amp;F_Day=May%2f19%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>This event was unfortunately canceled due to lack of patron interest. Apologies for the inconvenience!

It’s National Bike Month! Planning on bustin’ out the old two- wheeler and givin’ her a spin? Chat with Sean from Bike House Call before you do—he’ll be giving out some basic bike mainte- nance tips [...]</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ 
 
 
 
  This event was unfortunately canceled due to lack of patron interest. Apologies for the inconvenience!  
 
 It&rsquo;s National Bike Month! Planning on bustin&rsquo; out the old two- wheeler and givin&rsquo; her a spin? Chat with Sean from Bike House Call before you do&mdash;he&rsquo;ll be giving out some basic bike mainte- nance tips and help you keep your bike in top condition for years! Older children and teens might want to join you.&nbsp;  
 
 
 
 ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Craft Club</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1465&amp;F_Day=May%2f20%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>If you knit, quilt, stamp, scrapbook, or have a craft you would like to share or learn, join our new Craft Club.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you knit, quilt, stamp, scrapbook, or have a craft you would like to share or learn, join our new Craft Club. The club will meet on the 3rd Monday of each month. Bring your UFOs (UnFinished Objects) to work on and something for Show and Tell.  
 
Occasionally, the library will bring in a speaker. When that happens, there will be registration and&nbsp;a charge&nbsp;for supplies. If there is no speaker, it will be a drop-in program.  
 
It is an easy way to learn a new skill and make new friends. ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Board of Trustees Meeting</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=118&amp;F_Day=May%2f21%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>The Board of Trustees meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Board of Trustees meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>English Conversation Group</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1557&amp;F_Day=May%2f21%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>This group meets every Tuesday morning. Adult ESL learners practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. No registration is required.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[This group meets every Tuesday morning. Adult ESL learners practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. The People's Resource Center provides leadership for the program.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Your Life, Your Legacy</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1914&amp;F_Day=May%2f21%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Representatives from Dignity Memorial will be present for a brief and—we promise—upbeat talk on pre-arranging your fu- neral. It’s an important subject, so come by for this brief event and have some refreshments while you’re here.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    Representatives from Dignity Memorial will be present for a brief and&mdash;we promise&mdash;upbeat talk on pre-arranging your fu- neral. It&rsquo;s an important subject, so come by for this brief event and have some refreshments while you&rsquo;re here.&nbsp;    
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>DIY : Friendship Bracelets</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1869&amp;F_Day=May%2f22%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Try out different knots and  braids in a rainbow of colors at our monthly craft.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[&nbsp;Try out different knots and &nbsp;braids in a rainbow of colors at our monthly craft.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>English Conversation Group</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1559&amp;F_Day=May%2f23%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>This group meets every Tuesday and Friday morning. Adult ESL learners practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. No registration is required.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[This group meets every Tuesday and Friday morning. Adult ESL learners practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. The People's Resource Center provides leadership for the program.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Drop-In Magna-Tiles Play Session</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1896&amp;F_Day=May%2f25%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Children ages 3 and up (with an adult) are invited to come play with magna-tiles at this drop-in event.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Magna-Tiles are 3-D magnetic building tiles that allow you to create anything you can imagine! Come to our Magna-Tiles Play Session with Annie from Valtech. We will get creative while we build and learn with Magna-Tiles! They are designed for&nbsp;children&nbsp;ages three and up, and parents are welcome. The event will include time for free play and also guided instruction focused on basic math concepts. Come play and learn with Magna-Tiles! Space is very limited. 
 
  Passes will be distributed 15 minutes before program begins.  
  Ages 3 and up, with an adult. 
Addison Library Card may be required.  
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