Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District News

Two New Resources for Honing Your Computer Skills

The Library District is offering two new online resources to help you learn how to use your computer better from your computer. First, we have Computer Skills Courses, interactive, self-paced classes in using Microsoft Office (2003, 2007 and Mac (2008)) as well as operating systems (Windows XP & Vista and Mac OS X). Our second new resource is Safari Computer Books Online, which provides online access to the full-text of hundreds of computer computer books covering many different subjects, interests, and levels of expertise. All you need to access these new sources is your Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District card and your computer. - (Posted on Monday, June 22, 2009 at 12:13 PM)

Consumer Reports Online

We are pleased to announce that the Library is now providing access to the subscription version of the Consumer Reports website, including the popular automotive and appliance ratings. All you need is your Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District card and your computer to get quality product ratings whenever you need them. - (Posted on Monday, June 22, 2009 at 10:47 AM)

Learn a New Language with Mango

One of the newest additions to the Library's online resources is Mango Languages. As long as you have a computer and an Internet connection you can use Mango to learn one of 9 different major world language with interactive audio courses. Mango also has three courses for learning English for non-native English speakers (with Spanish, Polish, or Brazilian Portuguese backgrounds). Use Mango to prepare for your next trip overseas or to brush up on a language you studied in high school. All you need is a Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District card and a computer. - (Posted on Thursday, June 18, 2009 at 3:24 PM)

Garth Stein Programs Rescheduled

Garth Stein has rescheduled his appearances for the 2009 One Book Two Villages year. Highlights of Garth's visit on July 16 and 17 include:

Thursday, July 16 from 12-2 at Corner Cooks - A luncheon, lecture and book discussion with Garth Stein. Tickets are $25 and are available from Corner Cooks (847) 441-0134.

Thursday, July 16 from 4-5 at The Book Stall - Garth Stein will read from The Art of Racing in the Rain and sign copies.

Friday, July 17 from 10-11:15 at the Winnetka Sidewalk Sale (approx. 800 Elm Street) - Garth Stein will be at the Library's sidewalk sale booth and will sign copies of The Art of Racing in the Rain

Friday, July 17 from 1:15-2:30 at the Winnetka Public Library (Lloyd Room) - Garth Stein will lead a by invitation only film discussion for students who have been involved in the 60093 film fest.

- (Posted on Friday, May 29, 2009 at 2:31 PM)

Extended Hours on Sunday, May 31

The Main Library will be open from 1:00 to 9:00 this Sunday, May 31, for the benefit of students who wish to study together in preparation for exam week. Best wishes to all students taking exams and we hope to see you at the Library. - (Posted on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 8:19 PM)

Kick off Summer Reading with the Chicago Sky

Children and parents are invited this Sunday, May 31 at 1:30 to meet All-Star players from the Chicago Sky WNBA team in person! Held in the Main Library parking lot, weather permitting. Listen to team members talk about how reading, staying in school, and athletics are important to them. Be there to watch the Sky help us "score one for reading" and join "the amazing reading race"! - (Posted on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 8:16 PM)

April 25-26 Garth Stein Programs Cancelled

The programs featuring Garth Stein on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26 have been canceled as a result of a death in the author's family. We hope to be able to reschedule this events for a later date. - (Posted on Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at 1:40 PM)

Tickets Go On Sale Monday for Garth Stein Brunch

Tickets for the brunch with Garth Stein, author of this year's One Book Two Villages title, The Art of Racing in the Rain go on sale Monday, March 23 at the Main Library and Northfield Branch. The tickets are $25 and include the brunch, on Sunday, April 26 at 11:00, followed by an interview, discussion, and book signing at 12:00. - (Posted on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at 3:03 PM)

Banned Books Week Programs

Don't miss our Banned Books Week programs starting this Saturday, September 27 and running through next Wednesday, October 1.

September 27, 2-3pm at the Main Library

All the King's Men book discussion, ages 16+. Caribou will provide coffee for the event.

September 28, 3:30pm at the Main Library

Angela Maycock of the ALA Office for Intellectual Freedom will speak about the freedom to read. Caribou will provide coffee for the event.

October 1, 7-8pm at the Winnetka Youth Organization

Teen round table discussion on selected challenged titles. Ann Finstad will facilitate, with the help of Winnetka Youth Organization staff members. The Winnetka Youth Organization will provide refreshments.

- (Posted on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at 3:39 PM)

LexisNexis Library Express

The Winnetka-Northfield Public Library is the first public library in the country to offer LexisNexis Library Express, a new resource from LexisNexis which is now available at home to Library patrons. Included in Library Express is the full-text of more than 350 U.S. and International newspapers as far back as 25 years, more than 300 magazines and journals, broadcast transcripts, and non-English news sources. Also available are business resources such as market research, industry reports, SEC filings, and company dossiers with a wide range of data on more than 35 million companies. Although not available from home, LexisNexis Library Express also has a large array of legal information including law review articles, supreme court, circuit court, and district court decisions, federal regulations, and codes for all 50 states which can be accessed from the Main Library or Northfield Branch. - (Posted on Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at 3:17 PM)