Wood Dale Public Library DistrictBuilding Better Horizons

Wood Dale Public Library DistrictBuilding Better Horizons

Wood Dale Public Library District • 630-766-6762 • www.wooddalelibrary.org

Wood Dale Public Library DistrictMay/June 2012 1918 May/June 2012

Wood Dale Public Library District

Building Brighter Horizons

520 N. Wood Dale RoadWood Dale, IL 60191

630-766-6762Fax: 630-766-5715

www.wooddalelibrary.orgBoard of Trustees:

Mark Winger President

Jeanna Matuszewski Vice President

Maddalena Sparacio Secretary

Maggie Stillabower Treasurer

Barbara Dunn Trustee

Kristy Norris Trustee

Lynnette Zaremba Trustee

Library Director Yvonne Bergendorf

Library Hours:

Monday – Thursday 10 am – 9 pmFriday & Saturday 10 am – 5 pmSunday* 1 pm – 5 pm*From Labor Day to Memorial Day

Adult Library Programs & ServicesAARP Driving Class (Two day class)Wednesday & Thursday May 2 & 3 12 – 4 pm

Drivers of all ages learn the rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and how to operate a vehicle more safely in today’s challenging driving environment. You’ll discover easy adjustments to accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time to improve your driving. AARP member $12 Non-AARP member $14 Fee payable at the door.

No-Bake Summer Desserts Wednesday, May 9 7 – 8 pm

Pastry Chef Rose Deneen will

demonstrate easy, no-bake

treats for the summer. Learn how

to make a Lemon Mousse

Pie, Summer Pudding and more! Come and taste these wonderful summer treats you can make at home with the recipes Chef Rose will share with us.

Résumé WritingThursday, May 17 at 10:30 am

Professional jobs counselor Dana Dever of the Hamdard Center will be at the Library to explain how to create a clear résumé that will make you stand out in this tough job market. She will answer your questions and provide helpful suggestions.

Container GardeningFriday, May 18 at 7 pm

Celebrate the upcoming planting season with Peggy Garvin from Garvin Gardens as she shows us how to create a beautiful container garden. Peggy will bring all of the supplies for your spring showpiece. Please bring your garden pruners. The cost is $15 per person.

Interview SkillsThursday, May 24 at 10:30 am

Professional jobs counselor Dana Dever of the Hamdard Center will discuss the importance of sharpening your interviewing skills. Benefit from her advice so you can feel confident and stand out at your next interview.

Pierogi WorkshopTuesday, May 29 at 7 pm

Enjoy this cooking demonstration presented by a chef from Red Apple Restaurant. We will learn how to make pierogi; dumplings stuffed with a variety of fillings. Come and sample this central and eastern European traditional dish. Recipes will be provided.

Frozen TreatsFriday, June 15 7 – 8 pm

Pastry Chef Rose Deneen will demonstrate simple homemade

frozen treats. Learn how to make gourmet popsicles, frozen mousse and more! We will get to sample these frozen treats and take home a recipe or two.

Auto DetailingTuesday, June 12 7 – 8 pm

Gary Kouba, former owner of Perfect Auto Finish will share his secrets to keep your car looking like new. All aspects of exterior and interior car care and car care products needed for the job will be covered, including detailing clay and synthetic paint sealant. He will also show you how to shop for a car, what to look for and what to be aware of when dealers try to sell you aftermarket products.

Wood Dale Library card holders reserve video games!Do you love video games? Did you know the Library has a video game collection? Video games can be checked out for three (3) days. Now, Wood Dale Library card holders can reserve games owned by WDPLD. You also can renew your favorite WDPLD game for an additional three (3) days of fun game play if the game is not reserved by another patron. The Library loans games for the following game systems:

Nintendo DS Nintendo 3DSXbox Xbox 360PlayStation 2 PlayStation 3PSP Wii

Search the Library’s catalog for a new or favorite game and place it on hold with your Wood Dale Library card and PIN.

“READING IS SO DELICIOUS!”Summer Reading Program begins June 1Readers of all ages can register and log their summer reading items or hours in the online Summer Reader at www.wooddalelibrary.org or at the Library. Look for the “Reading is So Delicious!” button to participate in this year’s Summer Reading Program” starting June 1. We will be celebrating food all summer long! “Reading is So Delicious!” Children & Teens June 1 – August 10Children & Teens keep track of time spent reading to themselves or others. Readers are asked to record one title for each five hours logged. If you read more than one picture book in a given hour, you can choose your favorite. If you are reading chapter books, it’s okay to put the same title down more than once. An appetizing order of prizes is waiting for you at the Library. “Reading is So Delicious!” Adults June 1 – August 31Read or listen to a book/eBook/magazine or watch one of the Library’s “special display” DVDs to participate in this year’s Adult Summer Reading Program, “Reading is So Delicious!” Sign up online or at the Public Service Desk to receive a prize. Read, listen, or watch to earn a fantastic final reading prize!

Wood Dale Public Library District • 630-766-6762 • www.wooddalelibrary.org

Wood Dale Public Library DistrictBuilding Better Horizons

Wood Dale Public Library District • 630-766-6762 • www.wooddalelibrary.org

Introduction to WordSaturday, May 5 10:30 am—Noon

Learn to use Word’s basic toolbars, menus and commands to create, format, save and print documents. Features of Word 2010 will be practiced in this hands-on class.

Word Special TopicsSaturday, May 19 10:30 am —Noon

Practice making colorful flyers, multi-columned newsletters, stationary and labels with Word 2010. Learn to insert graphics from files and online clip art collections. Mail Merge will be used to print labels and form letters.

Introduction to ExcelSaturday, June 2 10:30 am—Noon

Learn to create a basic spreadsheet using Excel 2010. Topics covered include data entry, performing simple calculations, working with formulas, and formatting worksheets.

Excel Formulas & FunctionsSaturday, June 16 10:30 am—Noon

Learn to use formulas and functions in Excel 2010. Functions covered include finding averages, minimum and maximum values, sorting data, and calculating loan payments. Simple graphs will be made from entered data.

Introduction to PowerPointSaturday, June 30 10:30 am – Noon

Learn the basics of creating slides and slide shows using PowerPoint 2010. Slide shows can be timed to run in a kiosk. The program may be used to enhance pictures by adding text and special effects. Slides can be printed as outlines and handouts.

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Adult Computer ClassesBooks, Books, and More BooksBookVenture – Thriller & SuspenseTuesday, May 1 at 7 pmIs your heart racing and your blood pumping, and all you’re doing is reading a thriller? Explore and share a variety of stories that are full of suspense, tension, and excitement. Free book giveaways!

BookVenture –Animal “Tails”Tuesday, June 5 at 7 pm Imagine that your beloved dog disappears or your favorite feline unravels murder mysteries. Come and discover a new breed of characters in fiction and non-fiction animal “tails.” Free book giveaways!

Georgia’s Book Discussion: 2012 Summer ReadThis summer we will be reading Dead Man’s Chest: A Phryne Fisher Mystery by Kerry Greenwood. Phryne Fisher, lady sleuth, knows what depths people will sink to because of greed, but with a glass of champagne in one hand and a pearl- handled Beretta in the other, no one is getting past her! Come and discuss Kerry Greenwood’s mystery on Tuesday, September 18 at 7:30 – 8:45 pm.

: Refreshments will be served. : All Library Programs are no charge unless otherwise noted.

• Reservations are necessary for Computer Classes.

• Class size is limited to eight participants. • Basic computer skills are recommended.

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Scan me!

Author Visit: Cristina HenriquezTuesday, May 15 at 7 pm Come meet Cristina Henriquez, author of The World in Half, a touching novel about a young Chicagoan who makes a bold trip to Panama to explore her deep roots there.

Then Stay for… Georgia’s Book DiscussionThe World in HalfTuesday, May 15 at 7:45 pm Either stay with us or join us at 7:45 for a discussion of Cristina Henriquez’s book The World in Half.

Registration is strongly encouraged for all Library programs

unless otherwise noted. Register online at www.wooddalelibrary.org, by visiting the

Library, or by calling 630-766-6762.

Computer TutoringFridays in May:May 4, 11, 18, 25

Fridays in June:June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

10 am, 10:30 am, 11 am, 11:30 amNeed help getting started using a computer? Personal tutoring for beginners is available on Friday mornings. Reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.wooddalelibrary.org or by phone 630-766-6762. Due to high demand, sessions are limited to one per person per month. Only library computers and programs will be used. Sessions are limited to 30 minutes and will start on the hour and half hour.

Smile!Attendance at a Wood Dale Public Library program or event constitutes consent to be photographed for possible use on our website, or in other promotional material. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the program begins.

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Wood Dale Public Library District • 630-766-6762 • www.wooddalelibrary.org

Wood Dale Public Library DistrictBuilding Better Horizons

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Youth Programs & Services

SMARTY PANTSFamilyThursday, June 217 – 8 pm

Smarty Pants opens up the doors of his “Big Balloon Diner” in the Wood Dale Library! The

“Big Balloon Diner” is a one of a kind production featuring magic, comedy for all-ages, storytelling, and of course, Smarty’s award-winning, eye-popping, completely unbelievable giant balloon props. This is an innovative, captivating show that is packed with the world’s biggest balloon props.

JIM NASCI’S COLD BLOODED CREATURESFamilyThursday, June 287 – 8 pmThe “Cold Blooded Creatures” show presents ambassadors from the reptile world. The ambassadors include alligators, snakes, lizards and a tortoise. Jim’s message to conserve

and protect reptiles serves as the focus for his show while providing the latest information about reptiles and their habitats. Audiences will be astonished at the size and brilliant appearance of Jim’s reptiles as well as how well trained the animals are.

JAN’S CLAN PUPPET SHOWFamilyThursday, July 127 – 8 pmThis is a musical variety show filled with an amazing assortment of eight different puppet characters performing popular songs. The large puppets chatter with the audience providing fun family entertainment.

ANIMAL QUESTFamilyThursday, July 197 – 8 pmAnimal Quest is dedicated to spreading fascination and appreciation of the animal kingdom. Cuddle up with the Flemish rabbit, shy away from the slithering snakes, and don’t taunt the tarantula.

JASON KOLLUN: SEE A JUGGLER! BE A JUGGLER!FamilyThursday, July 267 – 8 pm

This is a fun, engaging, 100% interactive show for all ages of kids and their parents with tons of energy, movement,

audience participation, laughter and excitement! Children will learn balancing skills with peacock feathers and beginning juggling skills with slow-moving scarves.

ANIMALS FOR AWARENESSFamilyThursday, Aug. 27 – 8 pm

Animals For Awareness is a rescue center for exotic pets that need care. They raise money and educate the public

with their animal shows. Their show includes animals from their unique exotic zoo, hands-on participation allows up close and personal experience with such animals as a Canada lynx, talking parrot, kinkajou, domestic skunk, fennec fox, tortoise and python.

Youth Programs & ServicesWHAT’S GLEEP EATING?

Find Gleep, the Library’s dragon, and tell a staff member at the Public

Service Desk what he is eating and you will earn a tattoo or sticker!

MONDAY’S MARVELS

Cook Up a Great Craft4-6 yrsMon., June 18, 25, July 9, 16, 23, & 3011:30 am – noon

Kitchen Relays & More4-7 yrs Mon., June 25, July 9 & 168 yrs & UpMon., July 23 & 301 – 1:45 pm

Magic Chefs7-10 yrsMon., June 18, 25,July 9, 16, 23, & 302 – 2:30 pm

TUESDAY’S TREATS

A Drizzle of Card & Board Games6-12 yrsTue., June 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24 & 3111 – 11:45 am

Tastes Around the World8-12 yrs Tue., June 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24 & 313 – 3:45 pm

A Pinch of Pajama Storytime3-7 yrsTue., June 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24 & 317 – 7:30 pm

WEDNESDAY’S WONDERS

Story Tidbits for Toddlers24-36 monthsWed., June 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25 & Aug. 110:30 – 10:50 am

Stir Up Stories & Movement3-7 yrs Wed., June 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25 & Aug. 111:45 am – 12:30 pm

Teen Infusion11-18 yrsWed., June 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25 & Aug. 13 – 3:45 pm

THURSDAY’S THRILLS

Babycake Time12-24 monthsThur., June 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26 & Aug. 210:30 – 10:50 am

Sizzling Crafters7-10 yrs Thur., June 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26 & Aug. 22 – 2:30 pm

A Measure of FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT0-99 yrsThur., June 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26 & Aug. 27 – 8 pm

FRIDAY’S FEASTS

A Quart of Coloring & A Pint of Puzzles5-7 yrsFri., June 22, 29 & July 138 yrs & UpJuly 20, 27 & Aug. 310:15 – 11 am

Sprinkling of Toddler Play2-4 yrs Fri., June 29,July 13, 27 10:30 – 11 am

Animal Crackers7-15 yrsFri., June 22, 29, July 13, 20, 27 & Aug. 33:30 – 4 pm

EARN A SPLASH PENCILChoose a book from the 600’s to earn a color changing splash pencil during May and June! Subjects range from technology, including vehicles of all kinds, to lots of yummy recipe books and books about how our foods are grown. Children can choose one color-changing splash pencil per check out.

SUMMER READING – A RECIPE FOR FUNRegister online for these programs at www.wooddalelibrary.org by following the Events/Program tab to the Calendar. Click on the program you are interested in and fill in the required information. Registration is limited for most of the programs so be sure to register early!

Polish Storytime 3-7 yrs Mon., June 18, July 9 & Aug. 6 10:30 – 11 am

Spanish Storytime 3-7 yrs Mon., June 18, 25, July 9, 16, 23 & 30 6 – 6:30 pm

4th of July Drop In Craft 4-9 yrs Tue., July 3 2 pm

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT NIGHTS