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March/April 2022 The CLPL Chicken Coop is Back! April 12 - May 12 Crystal Lake Public Library’s embryology program, aka the CLPL Chicken Coop, will return this spring! The public is invited to visit the chick eggs in the incubator, and eventually the baby chicks themselves when they hatch. Visit page 7 for more information!
Director’s Desktop
Dear Reader,
True confession – I have been
engaged in a love affair for decades!
My love affair began the first day
my mom took me to the public
library as a toddler and has contin-
ued throughout my life. I can’t begin
to enumerate all the things I have
explored and learned, nor recall all
the books and movies I have
enjoyed. Beyond the personal impact
the public library has had on my life, I
appreciate what it stands
for - equal access for all, intellectual
freedom, and lifelong learning.
Libraries originally were a luxury Library Director Kathryn I. Martens
of the powerful and wealthy. Private
libraries, and then later subscription The vision that established Libraries are constantly developing
libraries wherein you could pay to public libraries continues into our the collection to be sure our offerings
enter and use the materials there, 21st century. Public libraries, includ- are current, accurate, and provide
were all that existed. In the ing yours in Crystal Lake, have access to different points of view. In
mid-1800s, there was a push for continued to evolve. Collections have today’s world, the library’s
education, a desire to share knowl- evolved from simply books to many “collection” includes multiple
edge and improve the plight of the different formats of materials. formats – print, nonprint and
common man. This is when true Access has expanded to include electronic.
public libraries, supported by public technology, and librarians have Finally, the public library stands
funds and freely accessible, began. become skilled at using several for lifelong learning - the pursuit of
different devices to help people knowledge for personal and
access materials and information. In professional reasons. It enhances
the two years since the pandemic social inclusion, active citizenship
began, the Library has continued and individual development, as well
to evolve, always finding a way to as increases competitiveness and
Board of Library Trustees provide access to materials, services, employability. The Crystal Lake Public
Charles K. Ebann, President and programs – both physically and Library is “Your Community Place for
815.459.3375 • charles.ebann@att.net virtually. Lifelong Learning.”
Intellectual freedom is one of the Having a public library as part of
William Weller, Vice-President core values of the library profession; our community is an asset. Join me
815.455.2193 • wweller@sbcglobal.net
it promotes access to information and others across the country as we
Rebecca Sisler, Secretary and guides the defense against celebrate libraries during National
847.727.6670 • btimmins.sisler@gmail.com censorship. Intellectual freedom Library Week. Make it a point to
Mary Alice Fellers, Treasurer encompasses the freedom to hold, “Connect with Your Library.”
815.356.5933 • mafellers@yahoo.com receive and disseminate ideas.
James Becker
Kathryn I. Martens
815.459.3043 • jbeckerltc@gmail.com
Bonita Drew Patrons, when you visit our eLibrary on clpl.org, you’ll
815.347.9357 • bonbon48me@aol.com
notice some changes:
Chuck Stump
815.455.0698 • cgs747@yahoo.com OverDrive is now BiblioBoard
Libby/North Library of
Cary Waxler Suburban Digital Illinois is now
815.261.0856 • ctwaxler@gmail.com
Consortium Inkie.org
Kathryn I. Martens, Library Director Library
815.526.5102 • kmartens@clpl.org
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National Library Week 2022: Connect With Your Library!
April 3 - 9
N ational Library Week 2022, scheduled for April 3 to 9, will highlight
the essential role libraries, librarians and library staff play in
transforming lives and strengthening communities.
The purpose of National Library Week is to encourage community
members to visit their local library in person, or explore its online
services, resources and programs.
Crystal Lake Public Library offers a sizable collection of materials:
books, movies, music, games, magazines, STEM kits, eBooks and
eAudiobooks. It regularly provides an array of virtual programs (via Zoom
or pre-recorded), outreach programs, and outdoor programs (weather
permitting).
This year’s National Library Week theme is “Connect With Your Library,”
emphasizing the idea that libraries are places to get connected to
technology by using broadband, computers and other resources. Libraries
also offer opportunities to connect with media, programs, ideas and
classes, in addition to books.
Most importantly, libraries connect communities to each other by
expanding resources and embracing inclusion in their programming,
resources and collections. Libraries across the country make a difference
in people’s lives by providing electronic learning resources like online homework help and Wi-Fi access for students and
workers who may lack internet access at home.
First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association
and libraries of all types across the country every April.
Celebration Days During National Library Week
Monday, April 4: State of America’s Libraries Report released, including Top Ten Frequently Challenged Books of 2021.
Tuesday, April 5: National Library Workers Day, a day for library staff, users, administrators and Friends groups to
recognize the valuable contributions made by all library workers.
Wednesday, April 6: National Library Outreach Day, a day to celebrate library outreach and the dedicated library
professionals who are meeting their patrons where they are.
Thursday, April 7: Take Action for Libraries Day, a day to rally advocates to support libraries.
“I am so honored to serve as honorary chair of National Library Week for 2022,” actress Molly
Shannon said. “My mom was a librarian. She encouraged kids to read. So, the work of librarians
and libraries has such a special place in my heart...Supporting National Library Week in this role
allows me to connect to my mother’s memory and all the librarians out there. Thank you for
everything you do.”
Molly Shannon, Emmy-nominated and Spirit Award-winning actress, comedian and legendary
Saturday Night Live cast member, will help celebrate the nation’s libraries as the honorary
chair of National Library Week, April 3–9, 2022.
Take-and-Make Craft Kits
March 1-31 and April 1-30
Grab a take-and-make craft kit to bring home and assemble! We provide
instructions and post how-to-assemble tutorial videos on the CLPL YouTube
channel. Register for your kit at clpl.org. Kits can be picked up from the Youth
or Adult Services desks. Please register each person separately. One kit per
registration. CLPL cardholders only. Registration required.
March April
Youth: Butterflies Youth: Hatching Chicks
Teen: Friendship Bracelet Teen: Decorative Bowl
Adult: Moon Phase Wall Hanging Adult: Chick in a Basket
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Virtual Adult Programs
Book Clubs
Bookies Book Discussion
Mystery of the Month Club
March and April
Join our newest club! Each month, we’ll
Native American Voices Series:
Native American Residential
Schools
Zoom Meeting
Join us from the comfort of your own pick a mystery book for you. Selections Wednesday, March 9
home to discuss the selected book. will be based on your profile/quiz 7-9 pm
Registration required. results. You could find a new favorite Zoom Program
author, or be surprised by a book Join our in-depth panel discussion with
Wednesday, March 16 you’ve never read. Each month a book exclusively native people speaking their
9:30-11:30 am will be placed on hold, and we’ll notify voices and sharing their stories. This
The Book Woman of you when it is ready for pick up. Join program will be about Native American
Troublesome Creek anytime. Register via the CLPL calendar residential schools and recognizing
by Kim Michele at clpl.org (select dates March 1 or the historic trauma while honoring
Richardson April 1). the victims and survivors. Registration
Get copies at the required.
Circulation desk. Digital Read This Next
copies are available on Tuesday, March 1 at 1 pm
Libby (OverDrive) and hoopla. Medical Cannabis 101
Thursday, April 14 at 7 pm Thursday, March 10
Visit clpl.org > eLibrary Anna from Adult Services will highlight 11 am
themed selections from the Library’s Zoom Program
Wednesday, April 20 collection. Watch on the CLPL YouTube
9:30-11:30 am Join us as Illinois Department of Public
channel. Health staff answer your questions
Hidden Valley Road: Inside March: She Makes History
the Mind of an American and concerns about medical cannabis
April: Every Day is Earth Day and tell us how to apply for a medical
Family by Robert Kolker
Get copies at the cannabis registry ID card. Registration
English Conversation Club required.
Circulation desk. The
eBook is available on Tuesdays, March 8, 22; April 12, 26
eReadIllinois and Libby 3:30-5 pm Memory Café
(OverDrive). Visit clpl.org > eLibrary Zoom Program Thursdays, March 17 and April 21
Join our conversation club! Practice your 2-3 pm
conversational English, and increase Zoom Program
Forever Young Adult Book Club your confidence in your skills. All levels Reminisce with new
Zoom Meeting welcome. Registration required. ¡Venga friends at our Memory
This is a YA book discussion group for a nuestro grupo de conversación! Café. Meet from the
those of us who are a little less Y and a Practique su inglés conversacional y comfort of your home. Join Marcia with
little more A. Registration required. adquiera confianza en sus habilidades. a host from Independence Health &
¡Principiantes bienvenidos! Se requiere Therapy for an enjoyable afternoon.
Monday, March 21 registro. Registration required.
7-8:30 pm
On a Sunbeam by Adult HERStorytime: Pauly’s Film Discussion Group
Tillie Walden Celebrating Women’s Thursdays, March 17 and April 21
Get copies at the History Month
Circulation desk. The 7-8:30 pm
eBook is available on Zoom Program
Libby (OverDrive). Watch the monthly movie and then join
Visit clpl.org > eLibrary Paul from Adult Services for a discussion
of the classic film on Zoom. Get copies
Monday, April 18 at the Circulation desk.
7-8:30 pm March: City Lights (1931)
Firekeeper’s Daughter by April: Rope (1948)
Angeline Boulley Tuesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29 Registration required.
Get copies at the 7 pm
Circulation desk. Digital Celebrate Women’s History Month with
copies are available on Katie from Adult Services as she profiles
eReadIllinois and Libby remarkable women. Watch on the CLPL
(OverDrive). YouTube channel.
Visit clpl.org > eLibrary
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For more information about Adult Services programs, visit clpl.org and click on Calendar or Programs, or call 815.459.1687. All
video programs can be watched after the release date on the CLPL YouTube channel. In-person programs are not resuming yet.
Genealogy for Beginners: Need-to-Know Changes to
Next Steps the College Planning Process Illinois Libraries Present:
Thursday, March 24 Wednesday, April 13 Jenny Lawson
2-3 pm 7-8:30 pm Wednesday, March 30
Zoom Program Zoom Program 7-8:30 pm
Join Shannan from Adult Services This past year has Zoom Program
to learn to organize your genealogy resulted in some of the most significant Join us for an evening
information. Registration required. changes to the college planning process with award-winning
in decades. Join us to learn how these humorist Jenny Lawson
Megan’s Maker Book Talk changes may impact your family, and as she discusses her
Thursday, March 31 new strategies to consider to give your most recent bestseller,
1 pm student the best opportunity to be Broken (in the best
Join Megan from Adult Services as she admitted and maximize scholarships possible way), and
highlights a selection of crafting books and financial aid. Registration her brilliantly funny
and cookbooks from our collection. required. body of work. Lawson is an American
Watch on the CLPL YouTube channel. journalist, author and blogger known
Learn to Knit at Home! for her great candor in sharing her
How to Convert Your Lawn to Take-and-Make Craft struggle with mental illness. “The
a Native Wildflower Meadow Monday, April 18 Bloggess” lives in Texas with her
from Seed 9 am husband and daughter,
Tuesday, April 5 Learn the basics of knitting with this and was constantly
6:30-8 pm limited take-and-make craft. The kit “buying too many
Zoom Program offers the perfect introduction to the books.” So, she decided
Tired of maintaining world of knitting. Kit includes enough to start her own
large sections of lawn grass? Do you yarn for a small project and knitting bookshop, which also
want to attract birds and butterflies? needles to get you started. Tutorials serves booze because
Learn to convert areas of your lawn will be available. Kits for this program books and booze are what magic is
into a native wildflower meadow in a are limited. Registration required. made of. She previously
webinar led by Sarah Michehl from The wrote Let’s Pretend This
Land Conservancy of McHenry County. Broadening Your Knowledge Never Happened, and
Registration required. of Investing Furiously Happy, both New
Tuesday, April 19 York Times #1 best sellers.
How Sweet! National Poetry 7-8 pm This event is made possible
Month Zoom Program by Illinois Libraries Present,
Thursday, April 7 Join an educational seminar for an a statewide collaboration
1 pm overview of investing, including key between public libraries offering
Shannan from Adult Services terms and types of investments. We high-quality events. Registration
demonstrates the sweetest way to will also discuss investing as a process required.
celebrate National Poetry Month with and a journey toward your goals.
sugar cookies and decorative icing. Presented by financial advisor Joan Van April Program
Watch on the CLPL YouTube channel. Allen, of Edward Jones. Registration Details about the April program will
required. be released soon. Check clpl.org for
SCORE: information.
Why and How Do You Measure? CLPL Social:
Tuesday, April 12 ’90s Trivia Night Live!
6:30-7:30 pm Thursday, April 28
Watch our virtual programs
Zoom Program 7-8 pm on the CLPL
SCORE Fox Valley mentor Doug Morris Zoom Program YouTube channel!
will discuss how a balanced scorecard How well do you remember the ’90s?
process enables you to monitor and Join Adult Services staff to test your
measure the success of your strategies knowledge of the totally awesome final
and determine how well they perform. decade of the 20th century. Teams and
It’s an easy-to-use process that keeps single players welcome! Registration
you accountable, aligning your actions required.
to measurable outcomes. Registration
required.
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Kids Page
For more information about Youth Services programs, visit clpl.org and click on Calendar or Programs, or call 815.459.1687. Watch all
video programs on the CLPL YouTube channel. In-person programs at the Library are not resuming yet.
Battle of the Monarch Books Storytime with Ms. Susan Caudill Book Club
Help pick CLPL’s favorite Monarch Mondays, March 14 and April 25 Grades 4-8
Award nominee! Read the selected 10 am Sunday, March 27
books and vote for your favorite. Books Ms. Susan will share a special story. 1-2 pm
will change each week. Winning book Watch on the CLPL YouTube channel. Zoom Program
will be announced March 14. Visit Join Ms. Seanine and Ms. Dawn as
clpl.org/battle-of-the-monarch-books. Introduction to ASL Stories and we read books from the 2022 Caudill
Songs with Ms. Susan Book Award Nominee list and then
Zoom Storytime with Ms. Susan Thursdays, March 17 and April 14 discuss them. This month’s book:
Ages 2-5 10-10:30 am To Night Owl from Dogfish by Holly
Wednesdays, March 2 and 9; Zoom Program Goldberg Sloan and Meg Wolitzer.
April 6, 13, 20, 27 Join Ms. Susan for a live Registration with an email is
10-10:30 am Zoom American Sign required.
Zoom Program Language (ASL) storytime.
Ms. Susan will lead an energetic Zoom Ms. Susan will teach basic Kids in the Kitchen
storytime featuring a story, fingerplays ASL words via story and Tuesday, March 29
and movement to music. Registration song that can benefit any toddler. 1-2 pm
with an email is required. Program is perfect for a toddler and Zoom Program
caregiver. Note: Ms. Susan is not an Learn to cook using quick, fun recipes
Spin Art ASL certified instructor. Registration designed to make in a microwave.
Wednesday, March 2 with an email is required. Registration with an email is required.
4:30 pm
Get ready to create spin art using Storytime with Ms. Seanine Blow Off Some STEAM
paper, paints, a salad spinner, or a bowl Mondays, March 21 and April 11 Wednesday, March 30 at 1 pm
and lazy Susan. Watch on the CLPL 10 am Wednesday, April 20 at 4:30 pm
YouTube channel. Ms. Seanine will share silly stories. Have fun exploring science,
Watch on the CLPL YouTube channel. technology, engineering, art and
Storytime with Ms. Karamy math (S.T.E.A.M.). Ms. Ashlee will
Mondays, March 7 and 28; April 18 demonstrate a STEAM activity and
10 am Spring Break Take-and-Make
Craft Kit: Yarn Bird then you can try it at home! Watch on
Ms. Karamy will read a special story. the CLPL YouTube channel.
Watch on the CLPL YouTube channel. Sunday-Saturday, March 27-April 2
Grab a special take-and-make craft kit March: Create copper reactions!
over spring break and assemble the April: Make a floating fish!
A Story with Ms. Ashlee
Wednesdays, March 9 and April 13 craft at home. Register for the program
4:30 pm online and pick up your kit in Youth Minecraft Mania
Join Ms. Ashlee as she reads Aaron Services. One kit per registration. Grades 1-5
Slater, Illustrator by Andrea Beaty CLPL cardholders only. Registration Thursday, March 31
in March, and I Talk Like a River by required. 4-5:30 pm
Jordan Scott in April. Watch on the Zoom Program
CLPL YouTube channel. Let’s play Minecraft over spring break!
Minecraft Mania provides educational
Minecraft programming to libraries in
Illinois and Wisconsin. Every program
Waddle You Read? comes with unique, in-game activities
that focus on digital citizenship,
Winter Reading teamwork and collaboration. CLPL
cardholders only. Registration with
Program! an email is required.
Ends March 13!
Don’t forget to stop by the Youth Services Youth Bookmark Contest
desk to have your reading minutes logged April 1-30
and pick up your prize book and stuffed Calling all aspiring artists! Come to
animal after you’ve completed reading for Youth Services to get an entry form
600 minutes. The Winter Reading Program ends March 13. The program is open to design a bookmark. Our youth
to CLPL cardholders and children who attend school in Crystal Lake and their staff will vote on the winners in five
siblings. Registration required. categories: preschool, grades K-2,
For Kids, Birth to 8th Grade grades 3-5, grades 6-8 and most
creative. Contest closes April 30.
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CLPL Chicken Coop!
Money Magic Storytime April 12 - May 12
Monday, April 4
10 am
Join Ms. Susan and Mr. Josh for a fun
storytime teaching young children how
to save money at home and in a bank
account. Save small coins and dollars in
a piggy bank and turn your piggy bank
into a big bank account. Watch on the
CLPL YouTube channel.
Yarn Bowl Art
Wednesday, April 6
4:30 pm
Design a bowl using yarn, glue and a Presented with help from the
balloon. Watch on the CLPL YouTube University of Illinois
channel. Extension/McHenry County 4H
Around Town with Ms. Seanine Baby chicks will return to the Library in April! Chick eggs are scheduled
and Ms. Karamy to arrive April 12 and will develop in the CLPL incubator for about 21
Saturday, April 9 days before hatching. Visit Youth Services to see the eggs, and, later,
10 am the chicks themselves! We’ll have fun educational activities for the kids,
Ms. Seanine and Ms. Karamy will take too. The incubator and eggs will be set up in the youth program room.
you on a virtual tour of hidden parts
of the Crystal Lake Public Library and Patrons must register for visits, and will have the room to themselves to
read a story about libraries. Watch on allow for social distancing. Visit clpl.org for more information. Register
the CLPL YouTube channel. at the Youth Services Desk or by calling 815-459-1687, ext. 6.
Open Books, Open Dialogue Storytime at the Park
Wednesday, April 20 Friday, April 29
7-8 pm Storytime
Tuesday, April 26 10-10:30 am
Zoom Program LIVE & IN PERSON!
Join a community conversation about 10-10:30 am
LIVE & IN PERSON! Join Ms. Seanine and Ms. Susan
using books and stories to open up for stories, songs and games at
conversations in families around Enjoy a Library storytime at Dream
Riders TLC, 4701 N. Oak St., Crystal Woodscreek Park, 1420 Willow Tree Dr.,
different topics. Panel features staff Crystal Lake. Please bring a blanket or
from CLPL, School District 47 and Lake. We’ll share stories and meet
special horses that work with kids. chair, and be prepared for fun. We will
Samaritan Counseling Center of the continue to practice social distancing at
Northwest Suburbs. This program is Program is held outdoors and is
weather permitting. Kids will interact our outdoor events. Storytime will be
intended for caregivers of elementary- held weather permitting. Registration
age children. Registration with an with horses and hay. Attendees must
sign waivers, practice social distancing required.
email is required.
and wear masks. CLPL cardholders
only. Registration required.
Earth Day Storytime at the Park! Let’s Celebrate Earth Day!
Friday, April 22 Friday, April 22
10-10:30 am 10 am
LIVE & IN PERSON! Celebrate Earth Day with the Library! Ms. Terri will read
Celebrate Earth Day with a special the book Thank You, Earth: A Love Letter to Our Planet
outdoor storytime with Ms. Terri and Ms. by April Pulley Sayre and discuss other books about the
Jamie at Veteran Acres Park, 431 Walkup environment from the Library’s collection. Ms. Terri
Road, Crystal Lake. Please bring a blanket will share suggestions about ways to be good to the
or chair, and be prepared for fun. We will Earth, and discuss places in and near Crystal Lake where
practice social distancing at this outdoor families can enjoy the great outdoors. Watch on the
event. Storytime is weather permitting. CLPL YouTube channel.
Registration required.
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Non-Profit
MISSION STATEMENT Organization
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Crystal Lake Public Library: PA I D
Helping people, of all ages and Crystal Lake, IL 60014
backgrounds, learn, enjoy and Permit #224
126 Paddock Street
better their lives.
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
The Library Board of Trustees will meet Phone: 815.459.1687
at 7 pm on March 16 and April 20. www.clpl.org
Visit clpl.org for more information. ihaveaquestion@clpl.org
Library Hours:
Monday - Thursday 9 am-9 pm ***ECRWSS***
Friday & Saturday 9 am-5 pm
Sunday 1 pm-5 pm POSTAL PATRON
Due to staff training, the Library will CRYSTAL LAKE, IL
open at noon Fridays, March 4 and
April 1.
Library closed Sunday, April 17.
Photos: Library staffers regularly take
photos to use in Library publications and
promotional fliers. Written consent will
be obtained from those named in a
photo.
Follow Us on Friends of the Crystal Lake Library
Social Media! Thank You, Friends!
Dear FOCLL,
Keep up with the Library’s latest Through your generous contributions, the Library can
offerings. Like our pages and share replace the staff vending machine and replace two
our posts on social media. Watch chairs in Adult Services. The Library also appreciates
our virtual programs on the CLPL your contribution to the Summer Reading Program. Your
YouTube channel. donation helps fund finishing prizes for children and
Facebook para hispanohablantes teens. Thank you for all your hard work! ~ Sincerely, the CLPL Staff
Friends Honeybaked Ham Fundraiser
Help the FOCLL by participating in the Friends’ annual
Honeybaked Ham fundraiser! Place orders for your
spring holidays and support the Friends. Head to the
Need a U.S. Passport? Friends website, friendsocll.org, to place your order.
Come to the Library! Proceeds will be used toward Library programs, such as
the Summer Reading Program.
Crystal Lake Public
Library is an official
Passport Acceptance Join the Friends today!
Facility. The Library We’re a fun-loving group that promotes the Library and,
accepts DS-11 as noted above, raises money to provide items that
applications for the Library might otherwise not be able to afford. Our
passports at the donations also ensure that our community has access to
Circulation Desk. special programs, such as the Summer Reading Program.
Appointments are preferred, but we The group currently meets monthly via Zoom. Please join
do accept walk-ins. Visit us at 7 pm March 21. Contact us at friendsocll@gmail.
clpl.org/services/passports for com for more information.
more information and to book your
appointment.
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