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EXPLORERfall 2015

REGISTRATIONBEGINS

AUGUST 3RD

SEPTEMBERColor & Texture for Healthy Eating Wednesday, September 9th, 6:30 - 8:00 pm$3.00 - Nourish yourself with produce of the deepest greens, yellows, oranges, and reds. They provide the most nutrition. Add textural contrasts to provide appeal and healthy fiber. Food and wine journalist Camille Stagg offers tips, recipes, wine suggestions, and tasting samples.

Book Covers 101Tuesday, September 15th, 1:00 - 2:30 pmWant to protect your favorite books? Bring two books, hardcover or paperback, to be covered and get instructions from library staff on how to do it yourself at home.

Poetry on the Page & In PersonThursday, September 17th, 7:15 - 8:45 pmCalling all poetry lovers! Margie Skelly examines the experience of silently reading poetry as opposed to hearing it read aloud. Bring poems, written by yourself or another poet. Read poetry aloud and add to the discussion.

The Elevator Speech 2015Saturday, September 19th, 1:00 - 3:00 pmThe two minute elevator speech is out of date. Today you need to get to the point fast. Career Strategist Deb Berger and Career Transformation Coach Lori Howard will help you update your elevator speech and create a consistent message for your resume, cover letter, and interviews.

Eyes on the SkyThursday, September 24th, 7:00 - 8:00 pmDiscover the cosmos with David Fuller of www.eyesonthesky.com. Learn the basics of astronomy with funny constellation videos, an overview of the night sky, and, if

weather permits, a telescope viewing session.

The Joys of Jell-OSunday, September 27th, 2:00 - 3:00 pm$3.00 - Join author and food blogger Amy Alessio on a historical tour of everyone’s favorite gelatin dessert. Find out the story of Jell-O and collect recipes while sampling Jell-O gelatin and pudding treats.

Drawing PeopleTuesday, September 29th, 7:00 - 8:00 pmArtist Pam Cofre helps perfect your drawings with her tips for drawing and illustration. Shadow and light, creating depth, how details are the soul of your piece, and more.

OCTOBERThe Sinking of the EastlandThursday, October 1st, 7:00 - 8:00 pmPresenters from the Eastland Disaster Historical Society will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Eastland, Chicago’s greatest loss-of-life tragedy. View dozens of photographs, a first-hand narrative by descendants of a survivor, and animations depicting the disaster.

Love That Coleus? Save It & Plant It Next SummerWednesday, October 7th, 6:30 - 8:30 pmLandscape designer Amy Greenamyer helps you and the Eisenhower Gardening Club learn how to propagate Coleus and other annuals

from cuttings taken this fall.

Left Behind: An Executor’s TaleSunday, October 11th, 2:00 - 3:00 pmAfter the untimely passing of her sister, Laura Bruzas was named executor. In this humorous and informative program, Bruzas shares what she wishes she would have known in order to avoid the subsequent sleepless nights. This program is for you if you’re interested in preserving family peace and financial resources after the death of a loved one.

The Odyssey of Poles in WWIISaturday, October 17th, 2:00 - 4:00 pmDiscover an aspect of Polish history that was nearly forgotten. Through his own family’s story, author/journalist Greg Archer explores the lives of WWII-era Poles and the organizations of today that help reclaim lost chapters from the past.

The Essential PoeMonday, October 26th, 7:00 - 8:00 pmWilliam Pack explores the tragic life and remarkable writings of Edgar Allan Poe. Through dramatic storytelling, story readings, and William’s signature performances, Poe’s

disturbing world will be brought to life.

Méfiez-Vous de la Vache-Garou!Wednesday, October 28th, 7:00 - 8:00 pmBeware the Werecow! The Sea Beast Puppet Company presents an evening of scary stories, creepy comedy, and terrifying twists, all set in

the sticky swamps of Louisiana. Don’t miss the fun, the terror, and some harsh acts of puppet-on-puppet carnage! For adults and kids over 12.

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Traps & Tricks of the Job SearchSaturday, October 31st, 1:00 - 3:00 pmDiscover the traps of the job search and learn new tricks to set yourself apart from the competition. Deb Berger and Lori Howard will teach you critical secrets to transform your job search for today’s market.

NOVEMBERNaNoWriMo Writing StudioSundays in November, 1:30 - 4:30 pmIf you’re working on your novel for National Novel Writing Month and you need a quiet space, come to the library. For the entire month of November, our Conference Room will be open every Sunday afternoon for writing studio space.

Blooming TeasWednesday, November 4th, 6:00 - 7:00 pmSheila Duda from Tea Lula introduces you and the Eisenhower Gardening Club to the world of blooming teas - carefully bundled, delicious tea leaves that unfurl

like beautiful flowers when set to steep.

Lincoln & His ArtifactsThursday, November 5th, 7:00 - 8:00 pmDavid Becker brings Lincoln and his time to life through performance and artifacts, including the Fort Sumter thirty-three star flag, an 1837 Bible carried by Civil War

soldiers, rail splitter pennies, and more. If you’re a Lincoln fan, this is something you don’t want to miss.

Lizzie Borden & the Borden MurdersTuesday, November 10th, 6:30 - 8:00 pm123 years ago in Fall River, Massachu-setts, a man and his wife were killed with a hatchet. Daughter Lizzie Borden was

charged, but acquitted. Storyteller Ed Dzialo, a Fall River native, shares details of the unsolved murders and paints a fascinating picture of the infamous Lizzie.

Troubleshooting in the KitchenWednesday, November 11th, 6:30 - 8:00 pm$3.00 - Learn how to salvage cooking flops, such as what to do when the soup is too salty or how to cool the burn from hot chile peppers. Bring your cooking problems and Camille Stagg, author of The Cook’s Advisor, will help you solve them. Several recipes will be served.

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Thanksgiving CenterpiecesSunday, November 15th, 2:00 - 3:00 pmRobert Neri of Robert’s Floral Design Studio will help you craft the perfect centerpiece for your Thanksgiving dinner table. All supplies, including fresh and dried flowers, will be provided.

Family Fireplace Photo DaySunday, November 22ndThe beautiful fireplace in our Quiet Room will serve as a backdrop for family photos and library staff will provide you with a digital photo for your holiday cards. Photos will be limited to a maximum of three poses. Pets are welcome before 1:00 pm. Spots fill up quickly so register early!

DECEMBEROur Lady of the Angels FireTuesday, December 1st, 6:30 - 8:00 pmOn the 57th anniversary of the 1958 tragedy, in which 92 children and three nuns perished in a fire at the Our Lady of the Angels School, historian Jim Gibbons explains the details of the event based on research, interviews, and a personal passion.

Feng Shui Bagua WorkshopWednesday & Thursday, December 2nd & 3rd, 7:00 - 9:00 pmA bagua is one of the main tools used in feng shui to analyze the energy of a home, office, or garden. Develop an energy map for your home in this two-part workshop with Jill Angelo, author of the book Sacred Space.

Felt & Fabric: Make a Designer PinSaturday, December 5th, 1:00 - 3:00 pmExpert crafter Dawn Walczak will help you design and make your own decorative fabric lapel pin for any occasion. Make two and give

one as a special gift! All supplies, including buttons and fabric, will be provided.

The EssentialChristmas CarolThursday, December 10th, 7:00 - 8:00 pmTo pay off debts, Charles Dickens quickly dashed off A Christmas Carol. Little did he know it was destined to become one of the

most beloved Christmas stories. Author William Pack returns to tell the story behind the story and recreate a Victorian era magic lantern show of the classic tale.

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The Buried Giant by Kazuo Ishiguro Reviewed by MelissaAs a fan of Kazuo Ishiguro (The Remains of the Day, Never Let Me Go, When We Were Orphans) I was excited to read his new novel. This post-Arthurian story follows Axl and Beatrice as they set off

on a journey to find their son. Knights and ogres and a mean-spirited dragon make me want to declare this a fantasy, but the author has balked at that characteri-zation. I’d tell you more but there’s a fog clouding my thinking.

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Uprooted by Naomi NovikReviewed by VictoriaAgnieszka lives in the valley outside the Blighted Woods. The evil of the Woods is held at bay by the wizard known as Dragon. Every ten years, Dragon se-lects a young woman to serve him. Ag-nieszka has always expected Kasia, her dearest friend, to be chosen, since she

is the bravest and most beautiful. But when Agnieszka is chosen instead, she must learn a strange, earthy magic, fight conniving politicians and horrific monsters, and forge an alliance with the prickly Dragon to save everyone she loves from the insidious, rampant menace pushing out from the Woods.

Dorothea Lange: Grab a Hunk of Lightning Reviewed by EliasRecording the life and career of perhaps our finest documentary photographer, the latest entry in PBS’ American Mas-ters series is a fascinating documentary.

In it, we see Lange develop from a portrait artist to someone on the road, photographing the bread lines during the Great Depression, laborers during the Dust Bowl, sharecroppers in the South East, and interned Japanese citizens after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. The film also discusses her personal life and marriage to Paul Taylor, who hired her for the Farm Security Administration, where she took arguably the most fa-mous photograph in American History, Migrant Mother. Interspersed with interviews with Lange, Grab a Hunk of Lightning is a must-see for anyone interested in pho-tography and American history.

Teen Titans Go! BlackFire’s Back!Reviewed by NaomiIt’s round two for the Teen Titans when Starfire’s sister returns to Titan Tower. Blackfire is known for being bad and having a reputation to match. However, this time she’s turned over a new leaf

and simply wants a friendly race between sisters. Is it time for some family fun, or is Blackfire up to something else?

Enjoy reading with your favorite Teen Titans characters in this colorful graphic novel. This book is a great balance of action and storytelling for any fan of superheroes in gen-eral, especially for grades two and up. Parents will love the visual questions and prompts at the end of the story to help children develop their critical thinking abilities.

The Prom Goer’s Interstellar Excursionby Chris McCoy Reviewed by PennySenior year isn’t going the way Bennett had hoped. He didn’t get into Princeton, his only college choice, and now he’s dateless for prom. All he can do is stay in his room and write songs about his life-long crush, Sophie. A miracle happens when Sophie agrees to be his prom date. But then she gets abducted by aliens. What’s a guy going to do? Bennett teams up with an intergalactic rock band on its let’s-play-anywhere-to-get-back-on-the-charts tour to save his prom.

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iRead PostersSeptember 1st - 30thAges 12 and under (Drop-in)Celebrate National Library Card Sign-up Month by having your photo taken with your favorite book in front of our green screen. We will turn your photo into a READ poster that will hang in Kids World during the entire month of September!

Art CompetitionSeptember 5th - October 1stGrades K - 12Submit your best art work (size 8.5 X 11) in any medium. We’ll have a giant art display at the Fall Family Fun Fest on October 4th, where attendees will vote for their favorites. Winners will be offered a table at the 2016 Eisenhower Mini Comic Con. All entries must be received by October 1st.

Writers of the FutureThursdays, September 10th, October 8th & November 12th, 4:30 - 5:30 pmGrades 4-6 (Registration Required)Want to be an author? Come to our kids’ writing group to share your stories and develop your writing skills!

Lego DaySaturdays, September 12th & November 7th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Ages 4-12 (Registration Required)Come and build with other kids, using the library’s Lego Bricks. After you’re finished, we’ll photograph your creation for our Facebook page.

Preschool PlaytimeMondays, September 14th - November 16th, 2:30 - 3:30 pm. Ages 12 and under (Drop-in)Looking for a place to hang out this fall? Come see what creative fun we are offering for little ones and their caregivers in the Storytime Room. We will rotate activities and materials to keep things interesting.

Kids GamingWednesdays, September 16th & October 14th,4:00 - 6:00 pm. Grades 2-6 (Drop-in)Smash, capture, and craft with other local gamers at the Eisenhower Library. Bring your own handheld de-vice to play or use our in-house game platforms to join forces. Each session will host different tournaments with bragging rights going to top players.

International Talk Like A Pirate DaySaturday, September 19th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Ages 12 and under (Drop-in)Ahoy, matey! ‘Tis the day to celebrate yer life on the

high seas. Do y’got what it takes to be a pirate? Yo-ho-ho, me thinks so! Come on o’er for the Eisenhower sea games. Pirate garb is optional.

GreatWorks Theatre CompanySaturday, September 26th, 2:00 - 3:00 pmAges 12 and under (Registration Required)GreatWorks Theatre Company of Chicago presents Fractured Fairy Tales, a fun play in which several familiar, traditional tales have been twisted and turned upside down. Can you recognize old favorites in this hilarious show?

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DROP-IN STORYTIMEStorytimes offer great opportunities for children in the proper age range to learn and have fun. For more information on our Storytime sessions, visit www.eisenhowerlibrary.org/storytime or ask in Kids World.

This fall storytime season runs from September 8th through November 20th.

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TUESDAYTODDLER

(18 - 35 months)9:30 am

JUNIOR (3 - 5 years)10:30 am

POLISH JUNIOR (3 - 5 years)

1:00 pmPOLISH FAMILY

6:00 pm

WEDNESDAYTODDLER

(18 - 35 months)10:00 am

JUNIOR (3 - 5 years)1:00 pm

FRIDAYJUNIOR

(3 - 5 years)10:00 am

MONDAYBABY

(6 - 17 months)10:30 am

THURSDAYBIG KIDS

(K - 2nd Grade)6:00 pm

Writing CompetitionOctober 1st - November 30thAges 6 - 12Give us your best story! Keep it shorter than 1,501 words, double spaced, and typed in 12 point Times New Roman. Turn in your story before Monday, November 30th at 5:00 pm. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place and winning stories will be printed in a book for all of our writers!

Messy Hands, Busy MindsSaturday, October 10th, 10:00 - 11:00 amSaturday, November 14th, 1:00 - 2:00 pmAges 2-7 (Registration Required)Is there anything more fun than getting your hands dirty and messy? No! Create fun designs with finger paints, mold moon sand into new shapes, explore the sensory bins, and more! Children must be supervised by an adult and we highly recommend wearing old clothes.

Spooky Craft DaySaturday, October 24th, 1:30 - 4:30 pmAges 12 and under (Drop-in)Do you love all things spooky? Join us for our annual October craft day and make spook-tacular crafts.

Halloween Free Comic Book Day with Artist Angel OnofreSaturday, October 31st, 12:00 - 2:00 pmAges 12 and under (Drop-in)Pick up your free Halloween comics and meet local comic artist Angel Onofre at the same time! Check him out at angelonofre.com

Halloween Trick or Treat TourSaturday, October 31st, 1:30 - 4:30 pmAges 12 and under (Drop-in)Come in costume and go on a Trick-or-Treating tour around the library. Finish the tour with some Halloween fun in our Storytime Room.

Measner Magic ShowMonday, November 16th, 7:00 - 8:00 pmAges 12 and under (Registration Required)Join us for a show filled with humor and illusion. Renowned magician John Measner will perform feats of magic both large and small. Perhaps you will be the lucky audience member he floats in mid-air!

International Games DaySaturday, November 21st, 1:30 - 4:30 pmGrades 2-6 (Drop-in)Join kids in libraries around the world for the eighth annual celebration of gaming. This year’s celebration will feature everything from board games to electronic gaming devices. Bring your Nintendo DS if you choose!

Friday Afternoon CartoonsFridays, December 4th - 18th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmAges 12 and under (Drop-in)Tired of hanging out by yourself? Grab a friend or meet some new ones while we share a relaxing afternoon of cartoon fun.

Winter Craft DaySaturday, December 5th, 11:00 am - 4:00 pmSunday, December 6th, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmAges 12 and under (Registration Required)The annual Winter Craft Day is back! Make four winter themed crafts for free! Just sign up for your preferred time slot.

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