Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth PartyGrades 3 – 8Wednesday, November 10 7 pmCelebrate the release of the fifth WimpyKid book by doing “wimpy” activities. You may purchase the book at the party. To reserve a copy, please stop by the Youth Help Desk November 1 to 10. One lucky wimpy kid will win a copy of The Ugly Truth.

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DISTRICT NEWSLETTERPUBLISHED BI-MONTHLY

ISSUE NO. 2010-06NOVEMBER 1, 2010

November - December, 2010

Muggles, Movies and More!Harry Potter and the Half–Blood Prince (2009 - PG, 153 minutes)

Thursday, November 18 6 pm Community Rooms Registration required - See page 2 for details. Join us for a magical night of Muggle fun for all ages. Watch last year’s Harry Potter movie and experience the magic to get ready for the release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows on November 19. Wear a costume and bring your camera. Muggles younger than 12, please bring an adult.

Elgin: Home for the HolidaysExperience all the holidays have to offer in Elgin, a city steeped in history and brimming with visual and performing arts. The insert inside lists November and December holiday activities as well as opportunities to help those less fortunate. And don’t forget, Elgin’s holiday season begins at the library!

Tag, You’re It!Help Gail Borden Library Move into the Future with RFID!It’s fun, easy and smart! The library is converting its collection to radio frequency identification (RFID) by tagging all material. The RFID system will get books, movies and other items back on the shelves more quickly. Volunteers are needed to “play tag.” Call volunteer coordinators Danielle Henson or Nancy Haggard at 847-429-6792.

Special thanks to Gail Borden RFID Sponsors for their generous discounts to library volunteers: Elgin Public House: October - $4 off two or more entreesAl’s Café: November - One free 12 oz. maltColonial Cafe: December - One freeturtle sundae with any purchase

Main270 North Grove Ave.Elgin, Illinois 60120

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Elgin: Home for the Holidays KickoffWith Ecker Center Festival of Trees Kickoff, Elgin Area Chamber Business After Hours, and Scouting for Food Donation Drive.Monday, November 1 5 – 7 pmGail Borden LibrarySponsored by United Way of Elgin, Elgin Area Chamber, Ecker Center for Mental Health, and Elgin: Home for the Holidays partners in partnership with Gail Borden Library. Join the festivities and enjoy refreshments, entertainment and Food for Fines kickoff.

Food for Fines1 Can = $1 Overdue Fine WaivedNovember 1 – 14Bring canned food to the Main Library and Rakow Branch to have your overdue fines waived. The food will be donated to area food pantries. Charges for lost material will not be included. Please remember, no pop, dented cans or expired food.

National NovelWriting Month

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Second Sunday Concert Series

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Piano DuoNovember 14

Holiday JazzPianist Tim Greenwith Trio Cambia

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The Day of the Dead: Rites and

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Three ways to register: • Onlineatgailborden.info/register• InpersonattheEarlyLearningorYouthCenterHelpDesk• Call847-429-4595

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How to Train Your Dragon (2010, PG, 98minutes)Thursday, November 11 2 pmNo registration.Children under 12, please bring an adult.

BuildItUp!Grades 1 – 6Monday, November 22 3 pm Registration begins November 1.Bring your imagination and create designs using colorful interlocking bricks.

HolidayCraft-O-RamaGrades 1 – 6Tuesday, November 23 2 pmRegistration begins November 1.Make four different holiday crafts to take home. All materials will be provided.

Toy Story 3 (2010,G,103minutes)Friday, November 26 10 am and 2 pm No registration.Have Dad or grandpa bring the kids to enjoy the movie while Mom shops for the best holiday bargains. Children under 12, please bring an adult.

The Comics and Gaming EventGrades 3 and upTuesdays, November 9, December 146 – 8 pmNo registration. Talk about comics and graphic novels and play HeroClix, Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokemon and other role-playing games.

Read To RoverSaturdays, November 13, December 1110, 10:30, 11 or 11:30 amRegistration required. School-aged kids practice their reading skills by reading aloud for 20 minutes to a fully trained and certified therapy dog.

Summer Films to Warm YourWinterChildren under 12, please bring an adult.10 am and 2 pmNo registration.Despicable Me (PG, 95 minutes)Monday, December 27

The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (PG, 109 minutes)Tuesday, December 28

Shrek Forever After (PG, 93 minutes) Wednesday, December 29

Cats & Dogs – Revenge of Kitty Galore (PG, 82 minutes)Thursday, December 30

SportsTradingCardClubGrades 1 and upThursdays, November 11, December 93:30 – 5 pm South Story RoomNo registration.

It’s almost time for the “my-favorite-book” video contest. Kids ages 5 to 18 are invited to make short online videos about the books they love. Join kids from the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom in competing for awards. Check www.storytubes.info for more information.

Fall StoryTimesThe Fall II session offers weekly programs for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids in kindergarten through second grade. Go to gailborden.info for programs by ageas well as days, times and space availability.

ExtravaganzasWimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth PartyGrades 3 – 8Wednesday, November 10 7 pmNo registration.See front cover for more information.

Fall Fun Featuring Feathered FriendsFamilies with children in Grades 1 and up Sunday, November 21 2 pm Registration begins November 1.Naturalist April Anderson from Elgin’s Hawthorne Nature Center will lead an outdoor walk to investigate backyard birds, and families will make a bird feeder. Please Note: The craft will include the use of peanut butter.

Holiday Movie: Disney’s A Christmas Carol(2009, PG, 98 min.)Monday, December 20 10 am and 2 pm

Read Like a Rock Star Winter reading program for the entire familyDecember 4 – February 26, 2011From picture books to cookbooks and beyond! Register your family, then track time spent reading. Prizes will be awarded when ten hoursare completed.

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Drop-InFamilyStorytimeTuesdays 6:30 pmNo registration. Join Miss Angela as she shares stories and activities.

Read to Rover at RakowSaturdays, November 20, December 1810, 10:30, 11 or 11:30 amPlease register for only one session.

RakowReadersBookGroupMonday 1:30 pmNovember 22 The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara KingsolverDecember 20 Still Alice by Lisa GenovaCopies are available for pickup at the Rakow Branch.

Family Nature WeavingAll agesSaturday, November 1310:30 – 12 pmNo registration.Join librarian Margaret Peebles and naturalist April Anderson for a story and walk to share favorite things about this season and gather materials to weave into a simple wall hanging.

National Novel Writing MonthDrop-In Writing Group Sundays 1 – 3 pmNovember 7, 14, 21, 28Here’s a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to novel writing. Participants begin writing November 1 with the goal of finishing a 175-page(50,000-word) novel by midnight, November 30. For more information, go to www.nanowrimo.org, then join us at the Rakow Branch weekly with your laptop or notepad for uninterrupted hours of writing and inspiration.

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Zine SceneSaturday, November 13 3 – 4 pm Meeting Room 2Registration required.Calling all writers, artists and zinesters. Have you ever written, drawn, or created something you would like to have published, but have no idea where to start? Then help us create the first library zine, for teens by teens.

Financial Aid for College/Asistencia Financiera para la EscuelaWednesday, December 8 7 – 8:30 pm Meeting Room 2Registration required.Learn why and how to apply for financial aid. The program will be presented in English, followed by a question and answer session in English and Spanish. Both parents and students are welcome.

Teen Flick: ElfWednesday, December 22 1 – 3 pmCommunity RoomsNo registration.Baby it’s cold outside, so come to December’s teen flick and warm up with some hot cocoa and cookies.

Teens in grades 9 - 12

Three ways to register:•Onlineatgailborden.info/register•InpersonattheYouthCenterHelpDesk•Call847-429-4685

Seasons GreetingsSaturday, December 4 1 – 3 pmMeeting Room 2Registration required.Create your own one-of-a-kind holiday cards to give to friends and family. All supplies provided.

Three ways to register:•Onlineatgailborden.info/register•InpersonattheRakowBranchorMainLibrary•Call847-531-7271

2nd Sunday Concerts Series 2010-2011 The one-hour performances begin at 2 pm in the Community Rooms. Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments after each

concert. Free tickets are available at the Greeter and Second Floor Information Desks three weeks prior to each concert. The Belsky/Maxwell Piano DuoNovember 14A program of traditional masterpieces and newly composed works for piano duo.

Holiday Jazz Jazz pianist Tim Green with Trio CambiaDecember 12 Come hear your holiday favorites from Do You Hear What I Hear? to Linus and Lucy.

Dinosaurs!Sunday, November 14 4 – 5:30 pm Community RoomsIn partnership with Elgin Rock and Mineral Society. Dr. Mike Henderson, former Burpee Museum Curator of Earth Sciences, tells about a young Tyrannosaurus Rex named “Jane” and Stegosaurus named “Homer.” Please register.

3WAYSTOREGISTER:•InpersonattheAdultServicesInformationDesk•Call847-429-4680•Onlineatwww.gailborden.info,Calendar Programs take place at the Main Library unless otherwise noted.

Understanding Today’s Real Estate: Short Sales, Foreclosures and More Monday, November 15 7 – 8 pmMeeting Room 1This panel discussion will feature Attorney Hal Stinespring, Joe Pratt from First American Title, Realtor Fran Dugo, Juliana Hackel of Harris Bank and Home Inspector Dave Morgenruth. Please register. Enter for a chance to win a door prize. Refreshments will be served.

Medicare Made ClearTuesday, November 16 7 – 8 pmCommunity Rooms A & B Please register.

ChoosingtoLiveaRichLifeMonday, December 6 7 pmMeeting Room 1A banker and a social worker give advice about the best financial and emotional decisions. Please register.

HowtheGourmetGetstoYouIn partnership with the Chicago Gourmet BakeryThursday, December 9 7 pmEver wonder how the scrumptious delicacies evolve from a grain of flour to pastry at our library? Come and listen to Mario, the new manager of the library’s café. Baking tips and free samples will be served. Please register.

Mind Games Wednesdays, November 3,

10, 17, December 1, 8, 15 1 – 3 pm Community RoomsKeep your brain in shape by playing a board game, Wii or a hand of cards. No registration. We are looking for volunteers to teach Bridge, Pinnochle or other card games. Please contact Norma Copes at 847-289-5829.

Chicago Murals Tuesday, November 97 – 8 pmMeeting Room 1Presented by Dr. Peggy ConnollyIn partnership with the American Association of University Women.Chicago was known worldwide as the “City of Murals” and has one of the most spectacular collections. Dr. Connolly will show how these murals celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Chicago. Please register.

Veterans Day ProgramThe Hunt for WWII MIAs in Papua New GuineaThursday, November 11 7 – 8:30 pmCommunity RoomsPresented by John F. Rippinger. Co-sponsoredby Hawthorne WoodsLearn about MIA Hunters, Inc., a nonprofit group that goes on expeditions to Papua New Guinea in search of the remains of WWII aviators still listed as missing in action. Refreshments will be served. Please register.

Sponsored in collaboration with the Elgin Community Network and ECCO.6:30 pm Meeting Room 1 No registration. November 16 Green Building Technology and Energy Conservation Presented by the City of Elgin’s Sustainability Master Plan Task Force. Refreshments served. December 21 Recycling Rules! Performed by Elgin’s Fox River Country Day School Green Troupe, this children’s play shows how kids believe they can save our planet by following just one of the 3 R’s in Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. Door prizes and free popcorn!

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Authors on the Fox

Dorothy Sherman Cornflowers by the Roadside Monday, November 8 7 – 7:30 pm This coming-of-age novel set in Milwaukee during the Depression was penned by an Elginite of more than 50 years. Dorothy Sherman was a student at Elgin High School in the 1940’s, owned a dry cleaning business on Liberty Street for 25 years, and was a minister at South Elgin Community Methodist Church.

Dave Hoekstra Cougars and Snappers and Loons, Oh My! A Midwest League Field GuideThursday, December 9 7 – 8 pm Chicago Sun-Times reporter Dave Hoekstra has been moonlighting as a columnist for the Kane County Cougars for the last 16 years. Dave will present a medley of Midwest minor league stories, stats and history.

BeeRob(BruceSteinberg) My Occasional Torment Tuesday, December 14 7 – 8 pm What makes a woman a woman and how in the world would a man know the answer? Bruce Steinberg will talk about his latest book, soon to be a stage play!

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GreatBooksDiscussionGroupMeetings are at 6:55 pm in Meeting Room 2. For more information, please call Rachel Bloomberg at 630-391-2966.November 8 Nectar in a Sieve by Kamala MarkandayaDecember 13 Meditations One and Two by Rene Descartes

ContemporaryFictionBookGroupThe group meets at 7 pm in Meeting Room 2. For more information, contact Tish at 847-289-5838.November 17 Still Alice by Lisa GenovaDecember 15 Laura Rider’s Masterpiece by Jane Hamilton

20’s and 30’s Book ClubCo-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Elgin Branch. The group meets at 7 pm in Meeting Room 2. For more information, call Rachel Bloomberg at 630-391-2966. November 22 The Ghost Map by Steven Johnson

Walking Book ClubWednesdays 7 pmGreat reads, lively discussion and exercise. For more information, call Danielle or Nancy at 847-429-4680.

Jane Austen Fan ClubThe club, open to anyone, meets at 7 pm the first Tuesday of the month in Meeting Room 2. No registration.

November2Learnhowtoplay Whist, a card game.

December 7 Jane Austen’s birthday andholidayparty.

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Photo Release - All program participants agree to be photographed during library activities and programs for use in future library publications.

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Computer ClassesRegister online at:• www.gailborden.info/register • in person at the Computer Center • by calling 847-429-4695. Each topic is covered in a single one- to two-hour session and is held in the Computer Training Room. MouseprogramTuesday, November 9 10 am

Internet I: BasicsTuesday, November 16 10 amBasic mouse skills are required.

Internet II: SearchingTuesday, November 23 10 amBasic mouse skills are required.

Internet III: EmailTuesday, November 30 10 amBasic mouse and Internet navigation skills are required.

ComputerClassesJeanette Via, Lead Instructor, Microsoft Office Specialist Certified and Spanish lab assistant.Computer Training RoomYou may bring your laptop to class! To register in advance, bring your Gail Borden Library card and $5 fee to the Computer Center.

BeginningComputersSaturday, November 6 10 am – 12 pm

Keyboard Function KeysSaturday, November 6 1 – 3 pm

Office2007viaPowerPointThursday, November 18 6 – 8 pm

Office2007viaExcelSaturday, December 4 10 am – 12 pm

Office2007viaExcel:CreateaBudget WorkbookSaturday, December 4 1 – 3 pm

ComputerConceptsandWindows Thursday, December 16 6 – 8 pmFor anyone purchasing a PC, setting up a computer or installing software.

Thanks to local businesses who used their“superpowers”byparticipating

inSeptember’sLibraryCardSign-UpMonth.

A Glass Act Al’s Café Andersen’s EngravingAnderson Animal ShelterArtistic Framing & Supplies Bangkok House & Shanghai Restaurant Bennigan’s Restaurant Big Apple BagelsBirrieria La ProvinciaBooks at Sunset Colonial Café Country Donuts Curves Dairy QueenDalis Beauty SalonDelicia Tropical CafeDouglas Street Sports Bar Elgin Books Elgin Historical Museum Elgin Public HouseElgin Public Museum of Natural History and Anthropology in Lords Park Herb’s BakeryIn the Neighborhood Deli & Café Integrity Beauty Salon Keeney’s Sporting Goods Kids First Pediatric Dentistry La Rosita BakeryLa Tazza Café Law Offices of Shirley SadjadiLazer Maxx Family Fun Center Modern Age Comics The Mustache Cup Quiznos Red Bar Winery & BistroSalon Couture State Street Market Shops Swizzle Burger Restaurant T & L Salon Taylor Family Branch YMCA Villa Verone Wendy’s

Job Hunting

Elgin Job SeekersMondays in November, andDecember 6, 13, 209:30 – 10:30 amMeeting Room 2Bring your job-related questions to these open discussion meetings.

Business Book Club 7 pm Conference RoomYou don’t have to be a business owner or manager to enjoy these great books! For more information, contact Melissa Ziel at mziel@gailborden.info or 847-289-5836.November 18 Tribes by Seth GodinDecember 16 Drive by Daniel H. Pink

GetHired!Tuesday, November 30 7 – 8:30 pmMeeting Room 1Presented by Christy Erbeck, founder of Metamorphic Consulting, Inc.Discover Eight Steps to a Personal Brand and the 1% Difference Attitude that will make you stand out among prospective employers. Please register.

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Brown Bag Lunch

Classic Films

Mondays No registration.

Coffee and tea willbe served.

Way Out West (Laurel and Hardy, 1937) November 8 11 am – 12:15 pm

The Bells of St. Mary’s (Bing Crosby, 1945) December 13 11 am – 1:15 pm

Reel Women for Real WomenCo-sponsored by the Ameri-can Association of University Women Elgin Area Branch.A film and discussion focused on women’s issues. No registration. White Oleander (2002, PG-13) Tuesday, November 23 6 pmCommunity Rooms A & B

Thank You!

Community Safety DaysPresented by the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago.Saturday, December 412:30 – 4:30 pm Community RoomsLearn how to prepare for household emergencies. Free first aid and emergency kits will be given to each family. Not recommended for children under 12. Please register.

Go BilingualNovember 1 - December 15 Lab Mondays 7 – 8 pm Computer Training CenterPlease register.

Class Wednesdays 7 – 8 pm Meeting Room 1English and Spanish lessons and conversation. No registration.

La Leyenda de la Nahuala (movie in Spanish with English subtitles)Monday, November 1 7 – 8:30 pm Meeting Room 1

The Day of the Dead: Rites and Beliefs A Go Bilingual Special EventPresented by Dr. López RosasWednesday, November 3 7 pm Meeting Room 1

UnderstandingLupusSaturday, November 6 1 – 2 pmMeeting Room 1Please register.

Cash for College Thursday, November 11 6:30 – 7:30 pm English7:30 – 8:30 pm SpanishMeeting Room 2Please register.

Cooking on the GoWith Dietician Jackie Caul of Provena Saint Joseph Hospital. Childcare available. Saturday, November 13 10 – 11:30 am Community RoomsPlease register.

Discover Puerto Rico (In English with Spanish subtitles)Movie and discussion with the Puerto Rico Heritage Organization.Thursday, November 18 6:30 pm Meeting Room 1

OurLadyofGuadalupe:Understanding a Cultural Icon A Go Bilingual Special EventPresented by Author Miguel Arias.Wednesday, December 1 7 – 8 pmMeeting Room 1

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La Leyenda de la Nahuala (película en español con subtítulos en inglés)lunes, 1 de noviembre 7 – 8:30 p.m. Salón de Reuniones 1

OfrendaUnaCelebracióndelaVidaConVITASHospice.miércoles, 3 de noviembre 12 – 3 pmSenior Services, 101 Avenida S. Grove Traiga una foto o artículo de un ser querido para formar una ofrenda tradicional con el Museo de Arte de México. Sólo para adultos mayores de 60. Almuerzo es opcional a $3. Inscríbase llamando a Senior Services al 847-741-0404.

El Día de los Muertos: Ritos y Creencias Un evento especial del grupo de Futuros BilingüesPresentando por el Dr. López Rosasmiércoles, 3 de noviembre 7 pm Salón de Reuniones 1

Programas Bilingües Head StartparaPadres Salón de Reuniones 1. No hace falta inscribirse.Autoestima para Adultos y Niños jueves, 4 de noviembre 9 amCómoHablarlealosNiñosyalosAdolescentesjueves, 18 de noviembre 5 pmCuidado Dental Preventivo jueves, 9 de diciembre 9 am

‘Posada’attheLibrarySaturday, December 11 2 – 4 pmMeet at Community Rooms

Futuros Bilingües 1 de noviembre – 15 de diciembreLaboratorio lunes 7 – 8 pm Centro de Entrenamiento de ComputadorasAprenda inglés o español a su propio ritmo en la computadora. Favor de inscribirse.Clase miércoles 7 – 8 pm Salón de Reuniones 1 Lecciones en inglés y español con un tutor y otros estudiantes. No hace falta inscribirse.

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ComprendiendoelLupus sábado, 6 de noviembre 1 – 2 p.m.Salón de Reuniones 1Favor de inscribirse. Continúa en la última página

Programas en españolDineroparaelColegiojueves, 11 de noviembre 7:30 – 8:30 pm Salón de Reuniones 2Aprenda sobre la ayuda financiera y las becas. Favor de inscribirse.

Días de Seguridad ComunitariaPresentado por la Cruz Roja Americana de Chicago. Sábado, 13 de noviembre12:30 – 4:30 pm Salones de la ComunidadAprenda cómo prepararse y responder a una emergencia en el hogar. Cada familia recibirá un botiquín para primeros auxiliosy emergencias. No se recomienda para niños menores de 12 años.

MedicareExplicadolunes, 29 de noviembre 7 – 8 pm Salones de la Comunidad A & B Favor de inscribirse.

ClubdeLecturaenEspañol7 pm Salón de Conferencias9 de diciembre Rumbo al Hermoso Norte por Luis Alberto Urrea

ClasesdeComputaciónenespañolSalón de Entrenamiento de Computadoras. Por favor inscríbase.Básicos para PrincipiantesMartes, 9 de noviembre 9 6:30 – 8 pmMartes, 14 de diciembre 10:30 am – 12 pm

Correoelectrónico:CreeunaCuenta GratisMartes, 16 de noviembre6 – 6:20 pm

CorreoElectrónico:Enviando,Recibiendo y Manejando el CorreoMartes, 16 de noviembre6:30 – 8 pm

Internet:CómoExploraryBuscarInformación martes, 21 de diciembre 10:30 am – 12 pm

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Board of Trustees:

Richard McCarthy - PresidentJean Bednar - Vice PresidentJo Ann Armenta - SecretaryLisa Knight - TreasurerHerb Gross - TrusteeRandy Hopp - TrusteeSue Moylan - TrusteeLibrary Director - Carole Medal

Newsletter Editor - Denise RaleighWriter - Liz ClemmonsGraphic Designer - Debby Huffman

PROGRAMAS EN ESPAÑOL

Stitch ‘N’ B-----Every Thursday at 6:30 – 8:30 pmin Chicago Gourmet CaféBring your crafts, crocheting, cross-stitching, knitting, needlepointing, quilting or just come to be inspired. No registration.

Programas Bilingűes

Cocinando a la CarreraCon la dietista Jackie Caul del Hopital Provena Saint Joseph. sábado, 13 de noviembre10 – 11:30 am Salones de la Comunidad

Descubra a Puerto Rico(en inglés con subtítulos en español)Pelicula y discussion con el Puerto Rico Heritage Organization.Jueves, 18 de noviembre 6:30 pm Salón de Reuniones 1

LaVirgendeGuadalupe:Entendiendoun Icono CulturalUneventoespecialdelgrupodeconFuturos Bilingüesmiércoles, 1 de diciembre 7 – 8 pmSalón de Reuniones 1El autor Miguel Arias

‘Posada’ en la Bibliotecasábado, 11 de diciembre 2 – 4 pmComienza en los Salones de la Comunidad.Venga a una celebración en la cual visitaremos ‘posadas’ en la biblioteca para disfrutar de música, comida, cuentos y una piñata.

Chicago Gourmet Caféat Gail Borden Library

Receive a free 8 oz. coffee and cookiewhen you buy one sandwich and bag of chips

in November and December, 2010

The Day of the Dead: Rites and BeliefsA Go Bilingual Special EventPresented by Dr. López RosasWednesday, November 3 7 pm Meeting Room 1Dr. López Rosas will take you through the unique rituals and beliefs of this special holiday in which Mexicans joyfully remember loved ones who have died. Have a taste of traditional ‘pan de muerto’ too.

Visit the Rakow Branch to see thenewly unveiled

A Green Story: The Fox River Mural

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