Library Winter Reading Program

January 7mdashFebruary 16 2013

Registration begins January 7 2013

Only the coolest readers with library cards from grades 9 through adult will sign up

and read three books by February 16 and

receive a GREAT prize For more information or to sign up stop by

the Ask Desk today

16250 Wausau Avenue

South Holland IL 60473

Phone (708) 331-5262

Fax (708) 331-6557

E-Mail

Library Hours

Monday - Thursday

1000 am to 900 pm

Friday

1000 am to 600 pm

Saturday

1000 am to 500 pm

Closed on Sundays

Your library is

always open

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LETrsquoS GO LEGO-ing Thurs Jan 3 400 PM Grades 3-6 We provide the Lego bricks you provide your imagination Your project will go on display in the Youth Services Dept Pre-registration is necessary and begins December 20

WINTER READING PROGRAM Mon January 7mdashFebruary 16

All ages

Snow is falling and books are calling children to join our winter reading program Weekly drawings will be held Registration is necessary amp begins January 7

WEIRD amp WACKY SCIENCE FUN Thurs Jan 10-31 630 PM

Grades 3-6 Calling all junior scientists Join us for four weeks of science demonstrations and hands-on experiments Pre-registration is necessary and begins Dec 27

MUSICAL STORY GO-ROUND Sat Jan 12 200 PM Ages 5-7 Catch a ride on the Musical Story Go-Round with songs stories rhythm instruments and FUN This program is part of the Libraryrsquos continuing effort to promote early literacy Pre-registration is necessary and begins December 26

PAWS TO READ Mon Jan 14 630 PM Grades K-4 Cuddle up with a book and read aloud to a furry canine friend The dogs are fully trained and certified by Power Paws for Kids Tails are sure to wag Pre-registration is necessary and begins December 26

LETrsquoS GO LEGO-ING Sat Jan 26 200 PM Grades K-2

We provide the Lego bricks you provide your imagination Your project will go on display in the Youth Services Dept Pre-registration is necessary and begins Jan 12

LOOK ON PAGE 5 FOR COMPUTER CLASSES FOR KIDS

Festive Science Fun

December Program

YOUTH SERVICES on-line resources

The South Holland Public Library offers many valuable online resources which are available at our website 247 You can access our online resources with a valid South Holland library card Go to

wwwsouthhollandlibraryorg and select Youth Services from the menu on the left Scroll down to select Online Resources Check out the following valuable resources

World Book For Kids Explore this fantastic online resource which allows you to simply search and

browse through easy-to-read articles This resource also includes over 200 educational games and activities as well as a collection of science fair projects In addition World Book for Kids contains an Important People fea-ture to help students search and browse through several thousand biographies World of Animals and an at-las with interactive maps

Authors 4 Teens Get to know your favorite authors research authors for reports and gain insight into

the whyrsquos and howrsquos behind your favorite writers

DONATIONS

Gift Books Generously Donated to

South Holland Public Library

in December 2012

Ms Colette Hoffman made a monetary donation

Alexander Witting donated Dark Knight

Rises Combo Pack

Consider donating a Gift Book to celebrate an event memorialize a loved one or honor an individual while supporting the growth of our Libraryrsquos collec-tions in a very personal way Each gift book CD DVD audio book or other item chosen for the South Holland Libraryrsquos collection will bear an inscribed book plate The inscription may be specified by the donor Pick-up a donation form TODAY from our staff

THE GIVING TREE

Thanks to your kindness

our first year of the Giving Tree was a resounding success

Over 30 gifts were collected and received Due to the generosity of you our South Holland Pa-trons the holidays for these children will be bet-ter than they imagined You were able to share the essence of the holiday spirit

by showing kindness to a stranger in a time of need Our most sincere thanks to all who partici-pated

LETrsquoS GO LEGO-ing Thurs Jan 3 400 PM Grades 3-6 We provide the Lego bricks you provide your imagination Your project will go on display in the Youth Services Dept Pre-registration is necessary and begins December 20

WINTER READING PROGRAM Mon January 7mdashFebruary 16

All ages

Snow is falling and books are calling children to join our winter reading program Weekly drawings will be held Registration is necessary amp begins January 7

WEIRD amp WACKY SCIENCE FUN Thurs Jan 10-31 630 PM

Grades 3-6 Calling all junior scientists Join us for four weeks of science demonstrations and hands-on experiments Pre-registration is necessary and begins Dec 27

MUSICAL STORY GO-ROUND Sat Jan 12 200 PM Ages 5-7 Catch a ride on the Musical Story Go-Round with songs stories rhythm instruments and FUN This program is part of the Libraryrsquos continuing effort to promote early literacy Pre-registration is necessary and begins December 26

PAWS TO READ Mon Jan 14 630 PM Grades K-4 Cuddle up with a book and read aloud to a furry canine friend The dogs are fully trained and certified by Power Paws for Kids Tails are sure to wag Pre-registration is necessary and begins December 26

LETrsquoS GO LEGO-ING Sat Jan 26 200 PM Grades K-2

We provide the Lego bricks you provide your imagination Your project will go on display in the Youth Services Dept Pre-registration is necessary and begins Jan 12

LOOK ON PAGE 5 FOR COMPUTER CLASSES FOR KIDS

Festive Science Fun

December Program

YOUTH SERVICES on-line resources

The South Holland Public Library offers many valuable online resources which are available at our website 247 You can access our online resources with a valid South Holland library card Go to

wwwsouthhollandlibraryorg and select Youth Services from the menu on the left Scroll down to select Online Resources Check out the following valuable resources

World Book For Kids Explore this fantastic online resource which allows you to simply search and

browse through easy-to-read articles This resource also includes over 200 educational games and activities as well as a collection of science fair projects In addition World Book for Kids contains an Important People fea-ture to help students search and browse through several thousand biographies World of Animals and an at-las with interactive maps

Authors 4 Teens Get to know your favorite authors research authors for reports and gain insight into

the whyrsquos and howrsquos behind your favorite writers

DONATIONS

Gift Books Generously Donated to

South Holland Public Library

in December 2012

Ms Colette Hoffman made a monetary donation

Alexander Witting donated Dark Knight

Rises Combo Pack

Consider donating a Gift Book to celebrate an event memorialize a loved one or honor an individual while supporting the growth of our Libraryrsquos collec-tions in a very personal way Each gift book CD DVD audio book or other item chosen for the South Holland Libraryrsquos collection will bear an inscribed book plate The inscription may be specified by the donor Pick-up a donation form TODAY from our staff

THE GIVING TREE

Thanks to your kindness

our first year of the Giving Tree was a resounding success

Over 30 gifts were collected and received Due to the generosity of you our South Holland Pa-trons the holidays for these children will be bet-ter than they imagined You were able to share the essence of the holiday spirit

by showing kindness to a stranger in a time of need Our most sincere thanks to all who partici-pated

YOUTH SERVICES on-line resources

The South Holland Public Library offers many valuable online resources which are available at our website 247 You can access our online resources with a valid South Holland library card Go to

wwwsouthhollandlibraryorg and select Youth Services from the menu on the left Scroll down to select Online Resources Check out the following valuable resources

World Book For Kids Explore this fantastic online resource which allows you to simply search and

browse through easy-to-read articles This resource also includes over 200 educational games and activities as well as a collection of science fair projects In addition World Book for Kids contains an Important People fea-ture to help students search and browse through several thousand biographies World of Animals and an at-las with interactive maps

Authors 4 Teens Get to know your favorite authors research authors for reports and gain insight into

the whyrsquos and howrsquos behind your favorite writers

DONATIONS

Gift Books Generously Donated to

South Holland Public Library

in December 2012

Ms Colette Hoffman made a monetary donation

Alexander Witting donated Dark Knight

Rises Combo Pack

Consider donating a Gift Book to celebrate an event memorialize a loved one or honor an individual while supporting the growth of our Libraryrsquos collec-tions in a very personal way Each gift book CD DVD audio book or other item chosen for the South Holland Libraryrsquos collection will bear an inscribed book plate The inscription may be specified by the donor Pick-up a donation form TODAY from our staff

THE GIVING TREE

Thanks to your kindness

our first year of the Giving Tree was a resounding success

Over 30 gifts were collected and received Due to the generosity of you our South Holland Pa-trons the holidays for these children will be bet-ter than they imagined You were able to share the essence of the holiday spirit

by showing kindness to a stranger in a time of need Our most sincere thanks to all who partici-pated

INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL

Mondays January 7 14 21 amp 28 1100 AMmdash100 PM Set up an email account create edit send emails You need only register for one date

POWERPOINT FUNDAMENTALS

Mondays January 7 14 21 amp 28 630-830 PM Learn the fundamentals of creating presentations

TWO COURSES BEGINNING COMPUTERS

Wednesdays January 9 16 23 amp 30 1100 AMmdash100 PM Thursdays January 10 17 24 amp 31 1100 AMmdash100 PM

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS

Saturdays January 5 12 19 amp 26 230-430 PM Learn basic features to create edit format pictures Sign up for all 4 sessions

Anime and Manga Club Meeting

Wednesday January 16 600-800 PM Do you adore anime Do you go mad for manga The Anime amp Manga Club is just for you We meet monthly to share our favorite titles watch shows and movies and eat delicious Japanese snacks Itrsquos a chance for you to meet others who share your passion for manga and anime AND en-gage in some healthy debate over who is the best villain who has the coolest special powers etc Refreshments will be provided

Kaplan ACT

Saturday January 12 1100 AMmdash300 PM Get rid of those test-day jitters by taking a practice test

Teen Game Time After School

Monday Wednesday and Friday Afternoons

Register at the ASK Desk for these programs All are in the North Meeting Room

Teen Advisory Board Grades 6 ndash 12

Wednesday January 9 700mdash800 PM Grace Gowens Leaf Meeting Room

Join the Teen Advisory Board to voice your opinion assist in planning programs read and review books video games and music and so much more Participants will receive volunteer hours as well as some nice perks Please be willing to attend regular meetings Sign up at the Ask Desk today For more information contact Young Adult Librarian Matt Conciatori at (708) 331-5262 x 218 or mattsouthhollandlibraryorg

The Shack Saturday January 12 2013 200 PM Grace Gowens Leaf Room Check out the book join in a lively discussion and enjoy some light refreshments For more information and to sign up stop by the ASK Desk

EXCEL FUNDAMENTALS

Thursdays January 10 17 24 amp 31 630mdash830 PM

INTRO TO FACEBOOK

Thursdays January 10 17 24 amp 31 330mdash500 PM Students register for one date

Computer Boot Camp for Kids Ages 3-6

Saturdays January 5 amp 19 1100 AM-1200 PM

This class is designed for the very beginning computer users and their care givers to explore and learn on pre-selected websites and library databases

Beginning Word

Grades 3-5 Friday January 11 amp 25 400mdash500 PM

Sign up today and join the fun Limit 8 students per session Sign-up in Youth Services

Roosevelt amp Erika Instructors

Just in time for the New Year Saturday January 5 2013 200 PM Saturday January 19 2013 200 PM

Did you receive a Kindle Nook tablet or smart phone this Christmas Would you like to learn

how to use it to borrow and download items from Media on Demand South Holland Public

Libraryrsquos digital library Sign up for a presentation either Saturday January 5 2013 or Saturday

January 19 2013 200 PM Bring your device your library card and your questions Space is

limited and registration is required

SISTER SAVE-A-LOT

Antoinette Peterson appeared on TLCrsquoS Extreme Couponing All Stars

Thursday January 24 2013 700 PM North Meeting Room

Learn how to save money and find great deals Register at the Ask Desk today

FROM THE REFERENCE NICHE

There are awesome online resources wwwsouthhollandlibraryorg Click on ldquoOnline

Resourcesrdquo in the list on the left and look at all the wonderful databases

Itrsquos January so check out this database

Build some muscle lose some weight quit smoking Go to the lower right side of the

main page and click on a topic (ie ldquoFood Nutrition amp Exerciserdquo or ldquoSmoking Cessationrdquo) click

ldquoSearchrdquo on the next page and get articles chapters of books evidence-based reports fact sheets and pamphlets and more Articles are full text (not just a summary) and there are videos If you have questions call the Reference Desk at 708331-5262 to schedule an

appointment with a Reference Librarian to learn how to use Consumer Health Complete or any of our databases

COMPUTER TECH HELP

Make an Appointment With our Tech Tutor Roosevelt

Saturday 1000 AMmdash100 PM Limit 15 minutes per session Walk-ins are welcome as well

Every Saturday from 1000 am to 100 pm Need some extra help in Word Excel or PowerPoint Want to learn how to use Skype or make a film with iMovie Have a question about that new tablet you got for Christmas Make an appointment with our resident tech expert Roosevelt

FINANCIAL RESOURCES

NEWLY AVAILABLE ON-LINE

Value Line Investment Survey and Morningstar Investment Research Center have been long-time library resources for those looking for timely independent investment information and market analysis Now we provide them in electronic formats

South Holland Library cardholders have access to the online version of the Value Line database via the Libraryrsquos website wwwsouthhollandlibraryorg With a reputation for insightful and unbiased analysis

Value Line ONLINE provides investors with information on thousands of stocks and other financial

information We opted for online over the paper version because of the ability to export or print results tailored to your requests

Another new online offering is Morningstar Investment Research Center Although Morningstar

ceased its paper updates the library continues to offer access to its financial research via its online product Providing not only expert analysis but also educational tools Morningstar is another valuable resource for both the experienced and the novice investor

Value Line and Morningstar are available free to South Holland cardholders 247 If you have any questions

please ldquoAskrdquo 708-331-5262

Men in Black 3 Saturday January 19 200 PM North Meeting Room Registration not required

Travel Movie

Hidden Chicago

2 Thursday January 3 130 PM

North Meeting Room Registration not required Refreshments will be served

COLOR KEY TO

PROGRAMS

Adult Programs

Childrenrsquos Programs

Young Adult Programs

All Ages Programs

Resident Reservation

LOCATIONS TL = Tech Link Lab GG = Grace Gowens Room N = North Meeting Room SH=Story Hour Room YS=Youth Services

1

NEW YEARS DAY

LI BRARY CLOSED

2 TEEN GAMES 3 -5 PM (N)

3 TRAVEL MOVIE HIDDEN CHICAGO

2 130-300 PM (N)

LETrsquoS GO LEGO-ING 400-500 PM

(SH)

4 TEEN G AMES 3 -5 PM (N)

5 COMPUTER BOOT CAMP FOR KIDS AGES 3-6

1100AM-1200PM

SO YOU WANT TO START A BUSINESS

ULTIMATE GOAL MINISTRY 1000 AM-100

PM (N)

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS

230-430 PM (TL)

6 7 INTRO TO EMAIL 1100 AMndash

100PM (TL)

T EEN GAMES 3 -5 PM ( N)

POWERPOINT FUND 630-830

PM (TL)

WINTER

READING

PROGRAM

8 KNITTERS 630-830 PM (N)

ARTIST GALLERY 630-730 PM

(GG)

CEDA 1000AM-500 PM (N)

9 BEGINNING COMPUTERS

1100 AM 100 PM (TL) TEEN GAMES 3- 5 PM (N)

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD

7 00-800PM (GG)

COMMUNITY POLICING 700-830

PM (GG)

10 BEGINNING COMPUTERS 1100 AM- 100

PM (TL)

FACEBOOK FOR BEGINNERS 300-500

PM (TL)

WEIRD AND WACKY SCIENCE FUN 630-

730 PM (GG)

MICROSOFT EXCEL FUNDAMENTALS 630-

830 PM (TL)

11

BEGINNING WORD

GRADES

3-5 400-500 PM (YS) TEEN G AMES 3 -5 PM (N)

12 KAPLAN TESTING ACT 1100-300 PM

(N) BOOK CLUB THE SHACK 200-300 PM (GG)

PEOPLE TO PEOPLE 1000-100 PM (GG)

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS

230-430 PM (TL)

MUSICAL STORY GO-ROUND 200-300 PM

(SH)

13 14 INTRO TO EMAIL 1100 AMndash

100PM (TL)

T EEN GAMES 3 -5 PM ( N) POWERPOINT FUND 630-830

PM (TL)

MARJAN 630-830 PM (GG)

PAWS TO READ 630-730 PM

(SH)

15

KNITTERS 630-830 PM (N)

16 BEGINNING COMPUTERS

1100 AM 100 PM (TL)

T EEN GAMES 3 -5 PM ( N)

ANIME AD MANGA CLUB

600-800 PM (GG)

17 BEGINNING COMPUTERS 1100 AM- 100

PM (TL)

FACEBOOK FOR BEGINNERS 300-500

PM (TL)

WEIRD AND WACKY SCIENCE FUN 630-

730 PM (GG)

MICROSOFT EXCEL FUNDAMENTALS 630-

830 PM (TL)

18 TEEN G AMES 3 -5 PM (N)

19 COMPUTER BOOT CAMP FOR KIDS AGES 3-6

1100AM-1200PM

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS

230-430 PM (TL)

20 21 INTRO TO EMAIL 1100 AMndash

100PM (TL)

POWERPOINT FUND 630-830

PM (TL)

PAWS TO READ W GIRL

SCOUTS 200-400PM (GG)

T EEN GAMES 3 -5 PM ( N)

22

KNITTERS 630-830 PM

(N)

23 BEGINNING COMPUTERS

1100 AM 100 PM (TL)

T EEN GAMES 3 -5 PM ( N)

24 BEGINNING COMPUTERS 1100 AM- 100

PM (TL)

FACEBOOK FOR BEGINNERS 300-500

PM (TL)

WEIRD AND WACKY SCIENCE FUN 630-

730 PM (GG)

SISTER SAVE A-LOT 630-830 (N)

MICROSOFT EXCEL FUNDAMENTALS 630-

830 PM (TL)

25

BEGINNING WORD

GRADES 3-5

400-500 PM (YS) TEEN G AMES 3 -5 PM (N)

26 ANOINTED WIVES MINISTRY 1100-

100 PM (N)

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS

230-430 PM (TL)

LETrsquoS GO LEGO-ING 200-300 PM

(SH)

27 28 INTRO TO EMAIL 1100 AMndash

100PM (TL)

T EEN GAMES 3 -5 PM ( N) POWERPOINT FUND 630-830

PM (TL)

29

KNITTERS 630-830 PM

(N)

30 BEGINNING COMPUTERS

1100 AM 100 PM (TL)

T EEN GAMES 3 -5 PM ( N)

31 BEGINNING COMPUTERS 1100 AM- 100

PM (TL)

FACEBOOK FOR BEGINNERS 300-500

PM (TL)

WEIRD AND WACKY SCIENCE FUN 630-

730 PM (GG)

MICROSOFT EXCEL FUNDAMENTALS 630-

830 PM (TL)

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