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Explore, connect, and be inspired.
March–May 2020
Get your passports here!
As you’re preparing for your next travel
FAMILY BIKE FAIR
adventure, whether it be for a business
meeting or for a summer vacation, the
form of ID you’re planning on bringing to
the airport with you is probably the last
thing on your mind. Starting October 1,
you need to have a Real ID or passport.
Saturday, May 30, 1-4 p.m.
And, we can help.
Bring your bike to the library
Indian Prairie Public Library is an official
Passport Acceptance Facility, accepting
and get ready to ride this summer!
DS-11 applications for new passports.
We take applications on a first-come, • Bring your bikes, trikes, or unicycles
first-served basis and implement a wait list for a parade around the library
when necessary. Visit passports.ippl.info
to learn more. • Learn about the DuPage area bikeways
• Talk with local police about how to keep
yourself and your bike safe
• Bling out your bike or helmet with stickers
made on our vinyl cutter
• Check out extreme bike tricks
• Kids—Test your skills on the bicycle skills course
Free Comic Book Day
• Parents—Get baby bike seats checked to make sure
Saturday, May 2, all day they are installed correctly
All ages. Pick up free comic books and
make superhero magnets. See all the free
graphic novels and comics the library has
for all ages every day.
Sponsored by
This Is What a STEMinist Looks Like
Friday, Mar. 13, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
(R)egister at calendar.ippl.info, call 630/887-0637, or visit the Adult Ask Us Desk.
Registration begins Monday, Feb. 24, 9 a.m.
For teens & adults. Meet local STEMinists with a variety of experience and
inist expertise. Learn about what it means to be a woman in STEM, career options, and
what you need to get started in a STEM field. Hosted by IPPL and Keeley Mahoney
from Girl Scout Troop 50738. Sponsored by Darien Woman’s Club.
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is a great time Introducing Nature Packs
to think green and get in touch For families with kids in grades 1-4
with the environment. Our Nature Packs are new kits which include tools
and resources for exploring outdoor STEM topics.
Attend these programs. (R)egister at calendar.ippl.info,
Nature Packs can be checked out from the
call 630/887-0637, or visit the Adult Ask Us Desk.
Kids & Teens Department for two weeks.
Topics are . . .
• birding
• geology
• bugs
• plants
• animals
• geocaching
• shells
Rachel Carson
Sunday, Apr. 19, 2–3 p.m. (R)
Acctress and historian Leslie Goddard portrays biologist and
author Rachel Carson, who warned the world of the potentially
dire environmental impact of chemical pesticides in her
best-selling 1962 book, Silent Spring.
The Science of Climate Change
Tuesday, Apr. 21, 7–8 p.m. (R)
The concept of climate change is a hot topic these days.
In this presentation designed for a science-interested audience,
Michelle Nichols-Yehling from the Adler Planetarium, puts
politics on the back burner and focuses on the science. . . . and Borrow from Us
What does science say is happening? Where does the data
come from? What might be in our future? Don’t buy when you can borrow. We share
resources so you don’t need to buy your own—
think of how much more paper would be used
A City of Wildings
if everyone bought books instead of shared them.
Monday, June 1, 7–8 p.m. (R)
Libraries and sustainability are natural partners
Through storytelling, Author and Director of Cultures of Conservation
for the environment.
at the Center for Humans and Nature Gavin Van Horn talks about
the role wildlife plays in the environment. Co-sponsored by the
It’s not just the physical materials—we have lots
Darien Garden Club.
of electronic books, music, movies, and magazines
that you can stream and download on your device
6th Annual Seed Swap with your IPPL card. Visit ippl.info, and view the
Sunday, Mar. 22, 2–4 p.m. options under “Stream & Download.”
Bring seeds to donate or trade and meet other local growers.
All varieties of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers are
welcome. Enjoy garden-inspired crafts for families.
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TECHNOLOGY CLASSES
Free classes for IPPL cardholders ages 13 and up unless noted. (R)egister at calendar.ippl.info, call 630/887-0637,
or visit the Adult Ask Us Desk. Registration begins Monday, Feb. 24, 9 a.m.
Introduction to Cloud Storage
Thursday, May 14, 2−3:30 p.m. (R)
Bring Your Own Device
Microsoft Word
Discover the basics of what it means Basics
6-week training course
to save something to the cloud, and Each of these are two-part classes. Must
Wednesdays, Mar. 18−Apr. 22,
compare different types of cloud attend both sessions. Bring your device,
1−2:30 p.m. (R)
storage, including Google Drive and Apple ID/Google Play account login, and
Learn about the basic features of
iCloud, for photos and documents. password.
Microsoft Word, including creating
and saving documents, formatting
Android
text, inserting illustrations, and Microsoft Excel
Thursday, Apr. 2 & Apr. 9, 6−8 p.m. (R)
using tables and text boxes. Class Note: Those on the waitlist may attend
content is sequential and requires Excel classes, but we may not be able
iPhone
a six-week commitment. Presented to provide you with a computer. You
Session 1: Tuesday, Apr. 7 & Thursday,
by the People’s Resource Center, may bring your own or take notes.
Apr. 9, 2−4 p.m. (R)
who also provides free, refurbished Session 2: Tuesday, May 5 & Tuesday,
desktop computers for home use Basic Excel–Two-Day Class
May 12, 6−8 p.m. (R)
This is a two-part class. Must attend
to all students. Learn more during
both sessions.
class.
Tuesday, Apr. 7, 6:30−8:30 p.m. &
Sell Your Stuff Online Thursday, Apr. 9, 6:30−8:30 p.m. (R)
Monday, Apr. 20, 2−3:30 p.m. (R)
Explore the websites that can help
Intermediate Excel
Tuesday, Apr. 14, 6:30−8:30 p.m. (R)
you sell online, including Ebay,
Must be proficient in Excel.
Craigslist, and Facebook
Marketplace. Learn essential
safety tips.
Spotlight on the Carvey
4th Wednesdays: iPhone Joe Holzman was looking at
Photo Editing & Sharing the library’s website when he discovered
Wednesday, Apr. 22, 1–2 p.m. (R) the Carvey. The Carvey is the 3D carving
Learn how to do basic editing and machine used to engrave, etch, inscribe,
share your photos with friends and and carve designs into wood, plastic,
family on your phone. and other materials.
It was the perfect solution for a project
Streaming TV Packages he was thinking about making with his
Saturday, Apr. 25, 10 a.m.−noon (R) kids, ages 10, 7, and 4.
Find out what TV package is right
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for you, and learn about the differ-
ent streaming services available,
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“I was looking into calligraphers or something like that because my
including Netflix, Hulu, Amazon
handwriting and art skills are non-existent,” said Joe. “It was a super
Prime, Disney+, and Sling TV.
fun project and an awesome service—thank you very much.”
Pictured is one of the final projects Joe and his kids made for a Christmas gift.
The Carvey is an exclusive service for IPPL cardholders. To make your own
Carvey project, visit carvey.ippl.info.
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Kids Technology
(R)egister at calendar.ippl.info, call
630/887-0718, or visit the Kids &
Donated by the Sadowski Family & Friends
Teens Ask Us Desk.
The WouldShop, located on the second floor of theth library,
3D Design and Printing is our creative space to design, make, create, and build.
Thursday, Mar. 26, 4–5:30 p.m. (R) What will you make? The possibilities are endless.
Grades 2–5. Learn how to create your
own 3D designs and how you can print The WouldShop is always open for ages 8-18. Adults can use the
them on the WouldShop 3D printer. WouldShop, too, during the following hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.,
and Saturday, 1–4 p.m. Note: Availability of the WouldShop may change
due to library programs.
Learn more: wouldshop.ippl.info.
Baby Yoda was created on our 3D printer.
Power On Games
Thursday, Apr. 9, 4–5:30 p.m. (R)
Grades K–3. Use simple circuits
to create games you can take home Here are just some of machines you can use . . .
to play with friends and family. Express Knitting Machine
Knit hats and scarfs quickly & easily.
Lil-Coders: Cubetto
Friday, Apr. 17, 10:15–11 a.m. (R) Loom
Ages 3–6. This guided storytime Create yarn crafts and tapestries up to 15” wide.
allows kids to interact with the story
Cricut Maker & Silhouette Cameo 3
and program the actions of our hero
Use one of these die cut machines for scrapbooking and other projects.
Cubetto.
Sewing Machine
Lil-Coders: Scratch Jr. Create pillows, crafts, or whatever you want to make.
Friday, May 15, 10:15–11 a.m. (R)
Button Maker
Ages 3–6. Play with the basics
Make round buttons for all occasions.
of coding using MIT’s Scratch Jr.
block coding editor to create simple Poster Printer
programs and games. Design & print posters for business or fun.
1-on-1 Technology Help Discover the creative world of what you can make
IT HOME!
BRING
Reserve a 30-minute session with the Silhouette die cut machine. Create posters,
with a volunteer tech tutor. greeting cards, scrapbooking elements, and custom
Call the Technology Center at
t-shirts. The possibilities are endless! The Silhouette
630/887-0829. Only one session
is an electronic cutting machine that hooks up to your
may be booked at a time; subject
to availability. IPPL Cardholder computer and is the same size as a small printer.
Exclusive You purchase the materials such as paper, vinyl,
fabric, or leather. This is an IPPL cardholder exclusive,
and is available for 1-week checkout.
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FAMILIES
(R)egister at calendar.ippl.info, call 630/887-0718, or visit the Kids & Teens Ask Us Desk.
Registration begins two weeks before each program unless noted.
Hey, Parents! Pet Census Project
We’ve started a Parent Advisory Board, Monday, Mar. 23–Friday, Apr. 10
which meets once every season to Families. How many pets live in
evaluate and brainstorm programs our area? Visit the Kids & Teens
and services at the library. If you’d like Department and help us tally up
to join the discussion, contact our pets and learn more about how
lexyt@ippl.info. the census works. Kids in grades 1–3
will help collect statistics at the
Parent Meetup Mini-Scientists Academy on Apr. 10.
Sunday, Mar. 8, 2–3 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27, 6–7 p.m.
Adults. Connect with others about
the woes and wows of raising
children. Topics include potty
training, screen time, behavioral Journey from the Heart:
concerns, and picky eaters. Open Native American Songs & Stories
play provided for children. Saturday, May 16, 2–3 p.m.
Families. Celebrate native North
Ditch the Diapers American culture with stories, songs,
Tuesday, Apr. 21, 6:30–7:30 p.m. (R) Hatching soon! flute playing, drumming, circle dances,
Adults. Walk through a proven potty Two dozen White Leghorn eggs are and animal impressions with Dennis
training method. Learn about making their home in the library in Swiftdeer Paige from Rocky Mountain
additional resources to get through April! The chickens should hatch in 21 Storytelling.
the transition. days, around May 1. Enjoy this unique
opportunity to learn more about
Family Bike Fair
incubation, eggs, and chickens.
Celebrating Mr. Rogers Saturday, May 30, 1–4 p.m.
Our partner is the Darien Dragons
Saturday, Mar. 21 All ages. Bring your bike and get ready
4-H Club.
We’re celebrating Mr. Rogers’ 92nd to ride this summer. See page 2 for
birthday! Costumes encouraged. details.
Read to the Eggs
Daniel Tiger Party Tuesday, Apr. 7, 6–6:30 p.m.
10 a.m.–2 p.m. Families. Enjoy egg-celent stories as
Ages 6 and under with adult, we read to the eggs in our incubator.
Watch Daniel Tiger episodes,
play games, and make crafts.
Kindness Project
1–2:30 p.m.
Grades 1–6. Paint a kindness rock
to “plant” in the community.
Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
2:30–4:30 p.m.
Teens & adults. View the
documentary about Fred Rogers.
Sponsored by IPPL Foundation
& Friends.
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LITTLE KIDS
(R)egister at calendar.ippl.info, call 630/887-0718, or visit the Kids & Teens Ask Us Desk.
Registration begins two weeks before each program unless noted.
See technology programs on page 5. Whole Foods Kids Club Dadurdays
Storytime Saturdays, 10 a.m.–noon
Thursdays, Mar. 5, Apr. 2, & May 7, Drop in with dad or another caregiver
11:45 a.m. for one-on-one activities.
Whole Foods Market Mar. 7: Tool Time
6300 Kingery Hwy., Willowbrook. Learn about different tools.
Apr. 4: Tea for Tee Time
All ages with adult. After IPPL
Mini-golf; tea party.
presents stories and songs,
May 2: Tech Time
Whole Foods Market provides snacks.
Play with tech toys.
Little U Spring Session
Little U storytimes are Barbara’s Bookstore Storytime
Fridays, Mar. 13, Apr. 10, & May 8, Steppin’ with Irish Dance for
Mar. 16–Apr. 30.
11 a.m. Preschoolers
Registration begins Mar. 2. Child
must be the appropriate age by 770 Village Center Drive, Burr Ridge Friday, Mar. 13, 3–3:30 p.m. (R)
Mar. 2, 2020. Ages 3–4 years with adult. Alyssa
All ages with adult. Enjoy songs and
Harling of the Harling School of Irish
stories.
Dance teaches Irish dance steps.
IPPL card required.
Please choose one time slot. Rollick & Roll Mess for Success
No siblings, please. Wednesdays, Mar. 18–Apr. 29,
Saturday, Mar. 28, 10–11 a.m.
10:15 a.m.
Ages birth–3 years with adult.
Baby Brilliance All ages with adult. Music,
Destructive playtime designed to
Tuesdays, 9:15 a.m. or movement, and fun.
practice fine and gross motor skills.
Thursdays, 9:15 a.m.
Ages birth–17 months with adult. Rollick & Roll: Evening Edition
Mixed Media Canvas
Thursday, May 14, 6 p.m.
Mondays, May 4, 11, & 18, 10:15 a.m. (R)
Tuesday, May 26, 6:30 p.m.
Talented Toddlers (R)egister for all sessions; classes
Ages 6 and under with adult. Music,
Wednesdays, 9:15 a.m. or build upon each other.
movement, and fun. Wear or bring
Thursdays, 9:15 a.m. Ages 6 and under with adult. Explore
anything that lights up or glows.
Ages 18–36 months with adult. creativity using a variety of art
mediums. Participants are given
Stories + STEAM
Junior Genius Wednesdays, Mar. 18–Apr. 29,
a canvas to use and bring home at the
Mondays, 9:15 a.m. or end of the program.
5:30–6:30 p.m. (R)
Thursdays, 9:15 a.m. Ages 3–6 with adult. Bring stories
Ages 3–6 years. Caregivers Open Play
to life with hands-on activities.
must remain in the library. Thursdays, May 7–28, 10–11 a.m.
Ages birth–6 years. Explore a variety
Adventures in Storytelling
Fantastic Families of toys, noisemakers, and activities.
Monday, Apr. 27, 4–5 p.m. (R)
Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m. Ages 3–6 with adult. Be the
All ages with adult. storyteller with activities to inspire.
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MID-KIDS
(R)egister at calendar.ippl.info, call 630/887-0718, or visit the Kids & Teens Ask Us Desk.
Registration begins two weeks before each program unless noted.
See technology programs on page 5. Mid-Kids Kitchen 101
Thursday, Mar. 19, 4–5 p.m. (R)
Mini-Scientists Academy Grades 4–6. Learn basic cooking
Grades 1–3. tools and techniques to create a snack.
Women Who
Friday, Mar. 6, 4–5 p.m. (R) Spring Break Challenges
Discover women scientists and Monday, Mar. 30–Saturday, Apr. 4
inventors while you create hands-on Grades 1–6. Visit the Kids & Teens
science fun. Department each day during spring
break for a new activity or challenge.
Pets Count, Too
Friday, Apr. 10, 1:30–2:30 p.m. (R) Juggling with Jason Kollum
How many pets do we have in the
Tuesday, Mar. 31,
neighborhood? Use math skills and Mighty Mid-Kids Entrepreneurs
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
the 2020 Pet Census Project. Thursday, Apr. 2, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Families with kids grades 1–6. Clubs,
rings, spinning balls, giant beanbag Grades 4–6. Work with a Junior
Bubble Trouble Achievement Leader to learn how to
chairs, and more are sent flying
Friday, May 15, 4–5 p.m. (R) manage money, build leadership, and
Based on the book by Margaret Mahy, through the air, all leading up
to the grand finale. develop financial skills.
design and build bubble wands and
tools, and test designs. Crafty Quilling
Thursday, May 21, 4–5 p.m. (R)
Homeschooling SMART Grades 4–6. Use simple paper strips
Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. (R) to make 3D art.
Mar. 10: Optical Illusions
Apr. 14: Simple Machine Scavenger
May 12: Nurturing Nature
For homeschooling families in grades
1–6. A launching pad for learning
through science, math, art, reading,
and technology.
Irish Dance for Mid-Kids 4th Annual
Friday, Mar. 13, 4–4:45 p.m. (R) LEGO Robotics Challenge
Grades 1–6. Alyssa Harling of the Har- Saturday, Apr. 4, 1–3 p.m. (R)
ling School of Irish Dance teaches Irish Grades 3–6. Teams work together
dance steps. to design and program LEGO robots
that face off in a sumo and tug-of-war
challenge. Prizes awarded. No
experience is necessary, and all
materials are provided.
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TEENS
(R)egister at calendar.ippl.info, call 630/887-0718, or visit the Kids & Teens Ask Us Desk.
Registration begins two weeks before each program unless noted.
Alien Felties
Thursday, Mar. 12, 3:30–5:30 p.m. (R)
Create a feltie alien friend who can Saturday, Apr. 18, 1–3 p.m.
attach anywhere. Here’s your chance to meet local
employers in one place who
This Is What a STEMinist are hiring!
Looks Like
Friday, Mar. 13, 6:30–8:30 p.m. (R)
See page 2.
Resume Tips & Tricks
Wednesday, Mar. 25, 6:30–8 p.m. (R)
Nailed It!
Tuesday, Mar. 17, 4–5 p.m. (R) With the Teen Job Fair a month
Compete for fun and recreate away, learn how to write an
Pinterest projects. Not a crafty eye-catching and informative
person? It’s ok! resume to land a job.
teenjobfair.ippl.info
Animal Crossing: Cookies &
Crafts Rainbow Club Rainbow Lock-in
Thursday, Mar. 19, 6:30–8 p.m. Mondays, Mar. 9 & Apr. 13, 6:30–8 p.m. Saturday, May 9, 7–10 p.m.
Celebrate the release of Animal Rainbow Club is a safe place for Join us for a special after-hours
Crossing: New Horizons for the LGBTQIA+ teens and allies to be Rainbow Club event with a
Nintendo Switch. Learn handy crafting yourself and meet new friends. videogame tournament and crafty
skills or decorate cookies. Enjoy games and activities, music, projects.
snacks, and discussions about how to
Won’t You Be My Neighbor? support LGBTQIA+ issues.
Saturday, Mar. 21, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
We are celebrating Mr. Rogers! Paying for Your Dream School Finals Lock-In
View the documentary about his life. with MyCollegePlanning Team Saturday, May 23, 6–11 p.m. (R)
Sponsored by IPPL Foundation & Monday, Apr. 20, 7–8 p.m. (R) We have the space for private and
Friends. A college finance expert from group study. Enjoy snacks and breaks
MyCollegePlanning Team shares with short activities to keep you fresh.
Gaming Lock-In & Life-Size Clue insight into the different tips and tricks
Saturday, Mar. 28, 8 p.m.–midnight. (R) that can make attending your dream Finals Week: A Stress-Free Zone
Start your spring break off right! school a reality. Audience: juniors, Tuesday, May 26–Thursday, May 28,
Play board and games, and hilarious 3–9 p.m.
seniors, and their families.
edition of Clue IRL. Pizza provided. Stop by the Kids & Teens Ask Us Desk
Poetry-palooza to book a study room, or check out
Friday, Apr. 24, 6:30–8:30 p.m. (R) the Teen Lounge for new activities,
Celebrate National Poetry Month games, and snacks every day of finals
with magnet and blackout poetry, rap week.
battles, poetry slams, and open mics
free-for-all!
Teen Movie Night:
Spider-man: Far from Home
Thursday, Apr. 30, 6–8:15 p.m.
Before seeing Black Widow, catch up
on the latest in the Marvel cinematic
universe. Popcorn provided. 9
ADULT PROGRAMS
(R)egister at calendar.ippl.info, call 630/887-0637, or visit the Adult Ask Us Desk.
Registration begins Monday, Feb. 24, 9 a.m.
COD: What You Need to Know Frida Kahlo 2020 Tea for Three:
Monday, Mar. 2, 5–7 p.m. Wednesday, Mar. 18, 7–8 p.m. (R) Lady Bird, Pat, & Betty
Stop by the lobby and ask questions of a Justin Witte, director and curator of Sunday, Mar. 29, 3:30–4:30 p.m. (R)
representative from College of DuPage. the Cleve Carney Museum of Art at Actress and historian Leslie Goddard
the College of DuPage, discusses the brings to life Lady Bird Johnson,
Yoga & Self-Care life and work of the artist Frida Kahlo Pat Nixon, and Betty Ford as each
for Busy People and the upcoming exhibition, woman prepares for the end of her
Wednesday, Mar. 4, 7–8 p.m. (R) Frida Kahlo 2020, the largest husband’s term in office. Script
Learn how to prioritize self-care and Kahlo exhibition in the Chicago area written by Eric H. Weinberger and
about meditation to do when you’re in more than 40 years. Elaine Bromka.
busy with Julie M. Gentile.
Shots Fired in Terminal 2
Preventing & Reversing Tuesday, Mar. 24, 7–8 p.m. (R)
Disease with Food Author William Hazelgrove documents
Thursday, Mar. 5, 7 p.m. (R) the perverse chain of events that
Learn how diet may prevent, stop, set the stage for the 2017 shooting at
and reverse the top 15 disease killers. the Fort Lauderdale Airport and
Facilitator Luanne Spiros leads trivia interweaves his experience as having
and an 80-min. video screening of been witness to the event with a
How Not to Die. history of comparable shootings.
Poetry Writing Workshop
Thursday, Mar. 12, 7 p.m. (R)
Whether you are a new poet, have
been writing for a while, or want to
try something new, enjoy free-writing
and discussion with published poet Leslie Goddard
Kristin LaTour. Actress & Historian
Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
Lost Restaurants of Chicago
Saturday, Mar. 21, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Apr. 1, 7–8 p.m. (R)
We are celebrating Mr. Rogers!
Author and award-winning journalist
View the documentary about his life.
Sponsored by IPPL Foundation & Greg Borzo dishes about Chicago’s
Friends. most beloved bygone restaurants–
steakhouses, tiki bars, diners, and
delis including Trader Vic’s and
William Hazelgrove
Blackhawk.
Author
4th Wednesdays:
Chicago River Bridges
Wednesday, Mar. 25, 1–2 p.m. (R)
Based on his award-winning book
of the same title, author
Patrick T. McBriarty shares how
Chicago emerged as the drawbridge
capital of the world with stories of
10 floods, fire, politics, and innovation.Seven Things Everyone Claude Monet & the Story
Should Know about Investing of Impressionism
Monday, Apr. 6, 7–8:30 p.m. (R) Wednesday, May 13, 1–2 p.m. (R)
Investor, educator, and writer Claude Monet, the subject of an
Ralph Wakerly shares essential upcoming exhibit at the Art Institute
information based on his 35 years of Chicago, found inspiration in
of experience of researching and scenes of modern life and in the
managing investments. French landscape. Art historian
Jeff Mishur discusses Monet’s
Create a Pocket-Sized career and favorite subjects.
Art Journal
Two-part class: Wednesdays,
Apr. 15 & 29, 6:30–8:30 p.m. (R)
Hand stich a 4” x 6” art journal,
decorate the cover, and begin the
March Madness journey of daily creative journaling
Championship Viewing Party using collage and mixed-media.
Monday, Apr. 6, 8–10:45 p.m. (R) Class presented by artist
Bracket busted? You can still join us Laura Lein-Svencner.
after-hours at the library for pizza
while watching the NCAA basketball Rachel Carson
championship game. Sunday, Apr. 19, 2–3 p.m. (R)
See page 3 for more information.
The Science of Climate Change
Tuesday, Apr. 21, 7–8 p.m. (R)
See page 3 for more information.
4th Wednesdays: iPhone:
Photo Editing & Sharing
Wednesday, Apr. 22, 1–2 p.m. (R)
See page 4 for more information.
Book Buzz
Tuesday, Apr. 28, 7 p.m. (R) Cold Brew Card Game
A representative from Sourcebooks, Calamity
alocal publisher, shares upcoming Sunday, May 17, 2–4 p.m. (R)
titles for your to-read list, plus some Sample various cold brew coffees
giveaways. while competing in games of Cards
Against Humanity, Uno, Exploding
Chicago Outfit History Kittens, and Superfight. Sponsored
Adult Easter Egg Hunt Thursday, May 7, 7–8 p.m. (R) by Whole Foods and Allegro Coffee
Saturday, Apr. 11, 8–10 p.m. (R) Historian Tim Wilsey discusses Roasters.
Must be 21+. Concoct Easter the history of the Chicago mafia and
candy-inspired cocktails and search some of its well-known members
the library for treats and prizes. from throughout the years.
11Food Label Lingo Meet up at the Library English (ESL)
Tuesday, May 19, 7–8 p.m. (R) No registration required. Conversation Group
Non-GMO, organic, natural, or cage First and third Saturdays,
free—what does this all mean? Adult Chess Players
10 a.m.–noon.
Kristina Baumbach, DuPage County First three Mondays, 6 p.m.
Informal practice with a literacy
Farm Bureau, helps us understand Board Game Group volunteer. Cosponsored by
what food labels mean to make Last Monday, 6 p.m. Literacy DuPage. To become a tutor,
smarter food purchases. Bring a game to share or play one of call 630/942-5210.
ours. Teens & adults. No meeting in May.
The Family Secrets Trial Genealogy Group
Wednesday, May 20, 7–8 p.m. (R) Great Decisions Discussion Group Fourth Thursday, 1 p.m.
Frank Calabrese, Jr., shares his Second & fourth Mondays in March & Genealogical research and family
personal experiences growing up in April, 6:30 p.m.: DVD Viewing; history programs.
a life of crime and his decision to 7 p.m.: Discussion. Discuss policy and
leave that life and his mafia family by foreign issues. First and third Mondays Knot Just Knitting
testifying at the trial (Family Secrets) in May. Second Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
of one of the biggest organized crime Open to all needleworkers.
cases in history. Copies of his book Drama Reading Group Teens & adults.
are available for purchase and signing. Wednesdays, May 13–June 17, 2−4 p.m.
Mahjong Group
Read plays aloud.
Third, fourth, & fifth Thursday,
11:30 a.m.
Learn or play American Mahjong.
Citizenship Test Preparation
Mondays, Mar. 30-July 6, 6−8 p.m.
Free classes taught by Southwest Suburban Immigrant Project.
Registration is required. Call 630/296-6755.
4th Wednesdays: Broadway
Favorites
Wednesday, May 27, 1–2 p.m. (R)
Pianist and vocalist Robyn Vitson
performs songs from Broadway.
AARP Tax-Aide appointments Mondays & Fridays from now–mid-April
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers offer tax preparation and assistance to seniors
and low-to-moderate income taxpayers. Call 630/887-0637 or stop by the
Adult Ask Us Desk to make an appointment. Thank you to the volunteers
at AARP who dedicate their time to bring this program to the library!
Herbs & Hooch
Sunday, May 31, 2–4 p.m. (R)
Must be 21+. Make an herb garden
for your windowsill and sample
cocktails with herb bitters.
A City of Wildings
Monday, June 1, 7–8 p.m. (R)
See page 3 for more information.
12BOOK CLUBS AND MOVIES
Books are available at the Checkout Desk one month before the discussion.
Delve into a book’s characters, plot, settings, and theme.
Thursday
Afternoon Movies
Wednesday, Mar. 11, 7 p.m. (R)egister at calendar.ippl.info,
America for Beginners
by calling 630/887-0637, or at
by Leah Franqui (2018)
the Adult Ask Us Desk. Doors
Wednesday, Apr. 8, 7 p.m. open at 1:30 p.m. Movies begin
Peace Like a River at 2 p.m. Sponsored by IPPL
by Leif Enger (2001)
Foundation & Friends.
Wednesday, May 13, 7 p.m.
Where the Crawdads Sing Thursday, Mar. 5 (R)
by Delia Owens (2018) The Peanut Butter
Falcon (2019)
Unravel clues, interpret evidence, and analyze characters. 6 p.m., dinner (optional); Thursday, Mar. 19 (R)
7 p.m., discussion. Home Run Inn Pizza, 7521 Lemont Rd., Darien. Blinded by the Light
(2019)
Thursday, Mar. 19, 7 p.m.
The Cuckoo’s Calling
by Robert Galbraith (2013)
Thursday, Apr. 16, 7 p.m.
Thursday, Apr. 16 (R)
I’ll Be Gone in the Dark
Downton Abbey
by Michelle McNamara (2018)
(2019)
Thursday, May 21, 7 p.m.
The Long and Faraway Gone
by Lou Berney (2015)
Thursday, Apr. 30 (R)
Judy (2019)
Book Club for 20-30 somethings
Dinner and discussion. (R)egister on Facebook at facebook.com/genlit,
call 630/887-0637, or visit the Adult Ask Us Desk.
Thursday, May 7 (R)
Wednesday, Mar. 18, 6:30 p.m. Harriet (2019)
The Woman’s Hour
by Elaine Weiss (2018)
Chuck’s Southern Comforts Cafe,
8025 S. Cass Ave., Darien
Wednesday, Apr. 15, 6:30 p.m.
My Sister, the Serial Killer Thursday, May 21 (R)
by Oyinkan Braithwaite (2018) A Beautiful Day in the
Taste of India, Neighborhood (2019)
7243 Kingery Hwy., Willowbrook
Wednesday, May 20, 6:30 p.m.
(Don’t) Call Me Crazy
by Kelly Jensen (2018)
Bernard’s Café & Deli,
14 W. 63rd St., Willowbrook
13CAREERS & BUSINESS
(R)egister at calendar.ippl.info, call 630/887-0637, or visit the Adult Ask Us Desk.
Registration begins Monday, Feb. 24, 9 a.m.
Job Club
Wednesdays, Apr. 8 & May 13, 10 a.m.–noon
Apr. 8: Resume Writing IPPL cardholder exclusive. Access from ippl.info.
Write an eye-catching and informative resume.
May 13: Behavioral Interview Questions
Learn how to prepare for behavioral interview questions that
may get asked during an interview.
• Live job coaching from 2–11 p.m.
• Real-time interview practice from 2–11 p.m.
• Full-service resume lab
Human Resources: What You Need to Know
• 24/7 access to local job resources
Thursday, Apr. 16, 6:30 p.m. (R)
A primer on the basics of HR and avoiding HR pitfalls for people
planning on starting a business or in the first few years of
operating their business.
What You Need to Know about Contracts
to Protect Your Business COWORKING
Thursday, May 21, 6:30 p.m. (R)
Attorney Danya Shakfeh explains the basics of contract law, how you
at the Library
can protect yourself before signing a contract, if your contract will hold
Wednesdays, 8 a.m.–noon
up in court, and what to do if you have a contract dispute.
Don’t rent expensive office space. Use ours for free!
Business Roundtables
Plus, connect with other entrepreneurs and small business
Meet informally with other small business owners and entrepreneurs
owners. Learn more at business.ippl.info
for a discussion of challenges, successes, and ideas. Hosted by Fox
Valley SCORE. You may also set up a confidential mentoring session
We are the perfect place to get work done with . . .
with SCORE’s experienced business mentors at score.org.
• Fast Wi-Fi
• Table and meeting space
Working Remotely with Staff Contractors
• Scanner that prints, emails, & faxes
Thursday, Mar. 26, 6:30–8 p.m.
• Librarians to assist you with research
Discuss issues and pros and cons surrounding using contractors
• Professional databases, books, magazines, newspapers,
for tasks normally done in-house such as bookkeeping, accounting,
and so much more!
information technology, and HR.
My Marketing Experiences
Thursday, May 28, 6:30–8 p.m.
Share your marketing experiences and get new ideas in this “show and
tell.” Topics include social media, websites, and online sales.
14FOUNDATION & FRIENDS
The mission of Indian Prairie Public Library Foundation & Friends is to support the library as an essential center of learning,
inspiration, and community pride. We provide funds to support diverse programs and classes, enrich the library’s collections,
and provide cutting-edge library enhancements. We are an advocate for the library and raise community awareness about the library.
Thank You, Donors
Your donation makes it possible for us to be a vital part of
our community. Thank you to those who recently supported
the library. April 19-25 is National Library Week, a week to celebrate libraries.
Anonymous, $2,500
On April 23, it’s the second annual Library Giving Day. You can honor
Anonymous Trustee, $1,000 the Indian Prairie Public Library with a gift that will impact the community.
Anonymous, $500
Karen Nelson, $500
IPPL is a place for everyone.
The Indian Prairie Public Library is used in a variety of ways by the
Caryl Schaer, $250
In memory of JoAnne Dibbern community. When you walk through the doors, this is what you may see . . .
Darien Woman’s Club, $200 There is a man sitting at a desk using the library’s free Wi-Fi to make a
Donna Gabanski, $200 deadline for work. Over by the window, there is another man reading the
In honor of Darien Woman’s Club 50th Anniversary, $150 daily newspaper in a comfy chair. A woman is using the public computers
to type an email to her friend to tell her about the telescope she borrowed
Laura McInerney, $150
from the library.
In memory of Albina O’Kelly
Kirk Ores, $150 A librarian is telling a man about a new book he may like. The Meeting
Anthony Pagliaro, $150 Room is bustling with children who are enjoying a popular performer,
while another group of children is creating an art project in the WouldShop
The Tamarack Bunco Gals, $120
In memory of Nancy Clinite (the creative space donated by the Sadowski Family & Friends.)
Eileen Hands, $100 Teens are doing homework together in a study room, and a little boy is
Raymond Jablonski, $100 picking out books to read at bedtime with his dad. The 3D printer is busy
Nancy Martin, $100 printing cookie cutters, which a grandma plans to use later in the week to
make cookies with her granddaughter.
Crystal Megaridis, $100
Beverly Moor, $100 This Library Giving Day help the Indian Prairie Public Library Foundation &
Friends continue to inspire discovery and creativity, provide opportunities
William and Dorothea Navin, $100
for lifelong learning and enjoyment, and bring people together to share
Praxair Matching Gifts Program, $100
ideas, skills, and knowledge. Donations do not fund day-to-day library
Sally Smoczynski, $100 operations, meaning that 100% of your gift is used to add new services,
Friday Canasta Club, $75 programs, or technology. All gifts to the Indian Prairie Public Library
In memory of Jean Gorski Foundation & Friends are fully tax-deductible, as allowed by law.
Arlene Bohr, $75
Book Club Artists, $60
Vicki Brodeur, $50
Arlene Brescia, $25
Helen Galan, $25
Winnie Sanders, $20
Sharon Wozney, $20
Make a Donation:
Jim, Cassie, Jimmy, & Charlie Peck, $10 ipplfoundation.org
In memory of Romualda “Bebe” Kistinger
Gina Venable, $10
15Mission Statement
We enrich people’s lives by providing opportunities NON-PROFIT
to explore, connect, and be inspired. ORGANIZATION
U.S. POSTAGE
Board of Trustees PAID
Victoria Suriano, President ELGIN, IL
Don Damon, Vice President PERMIT NO. 175
Crystal Megaridis, Secretary 401 Plainfield Rd., Darien, IL 60561
Marian Krupicka, Treasurer 630/887-8760 | ippl.info
Asma Akhras
Taylor Frawley
ECRWSS
Jamie Bukovac, Director
RESIDENTIAL POSTAL PATRON
Laura Birmingham, Assistant Director
Jill Yott, Editor
Library Hours BLOOD DRIVE
Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Tuesday, Mar. 10, 3–8 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Register in advance at vitalant.org,
Sunday, 1–5 p.m. call 877-258-4825, or drop-in.
The group code is 398G.
Drive-up book returns are open 24/7
Blood donation saves
12,000 human lives a day
Library Closings and is one of the easiest
Friday, Mar. 20, Staff Institute
ways people can make a
Sunday, Apr. 12, Easter
positive impact on the world.
Sunday, May 24-Monday, May 25, Memorial Day
Give blood and save lives through
a blood drive at the library run by
Photography Vitalant-Illinois.
Indian Prairie Public Library reserves the right To donate, must be over 16, at least 110 pounds, and be in good health.
for staff to photograph and videotape during Those under 18 need parent permission.
programs. Participants are not identified
without their permission. Please notify staff
if you do not want yourself or your child to be
photographed or videotaped.
Registration Information
TAX FORMS AVAILABLE
Check calendar.ippl.info for the most
up-to-date information, including additional
programs that were added after print. We have a limited number of 1040 forms/booklets that were sent to
Note: Programs with low interest may be canceled. us by the IRS. For other tax forms, we can provide the first 10 pages
of tax forms for free and then 10 cents per additional page after.
The Americans The state also sends the library a very limited supply of forms and
instructions, and they will not resupply once the library’s supply is
with Disabilities Act exhausted. If you need other forms, visit irs.gov, revenue.illinois.gov,
Individuals with disabilities who require
or drop by the Ask Us Desk for help.
accommodations to attend a library program
should contact us during regular business hours Attention seniors: Need tax help?
at least five days before the program.
Through AARP Tax-Aide, the library offers preparation assistance
by appointment only. See page 12 for details.You can also read
