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Friday, June 1, 2012

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Make-N-Take Preschool Craft - Get Creative! Stay for 10 minutes or the whole hour and make a craft to take home. One project per child while supplies last.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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Sunday, June 3, 2012

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Masculine Cards Workshop - An opportunity to make cards for the men in your life.
Location: Northfield Community Room, 360 Happ Road (Northfield)
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Monday, June 4, 2012

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Storytimes with Miss Debbie - A half hour of fun, featuring Miss Debbie, songs, flannel board fun and lots of great stories!
There will be no Storytime during the month of August.

Location: Northfield Branch
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4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Read with Bailey - No one pays attention quite like Bailey, a lovable black Lab, who will listen to your every word. Children who are comfortable reading aloud may schedule one 15-minute session per month. Please call the Northfield Library (847-446-5990) to register. Ages 6 and older.
Location: Northfield Community Room, 360 Happ Road, Northfield
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SOLD OUT ! Barbara Rinella presents "The Paris Wife" - SOLD OUT! Imagine, the great legend, Ernest Hemingway, young, alive and falling in love!
Barbara Rinella, a true Hemingway aficionado, brings Hadley Richardson to life in this tribute to Ernest's legend and first love. Hadley will tell her family story, which explains her primness. She is clear thinking and practical, so how does she fall for Hem? Their romance grows through letters, moves to a wedding in Michigan, and then on to Paris...
Meet Hadley when Barbara Rinella brings her to life in Matz Hall of the Winnetka Community House.
Location: Winnetka Community House, Garden Room (620 Lincoln, Winnetka)
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Tuesday, June 5, 2012

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Current Events Roundtable - Join your friends and neighbors in discussing issues of the day.
Location: Northfield Quiet Reading Room
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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Fiction Book Club - Discuss "Rules of Civility" by Amor Towles with Jane Levine. Books are available at the Checkout Desk a month prior to the discussion.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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Rules of Civility by Amor Towles

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Storytimes with Miss Debbie - A half hour of fun, featuring Miss Debbie, songs, flannel board fun and lots of great stories!
There will be no Storytime during the month of August.

Location: Northfield Branch
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday Afternoon Movie - Come join us for award winning films and popcorn.

This week's movie: Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy
Location: Northfield Community Room, 360 Happ Road, Northfield
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Board Study Session - Group Meeting
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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Thursday, June 7, 2012

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Afternoon Storytime - Join us for stories and fun!
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
PJ Storytimes - Come in your PJ’s and bring your teddy bear as we read special bedtime stories. Children ages 2 and up are invited to come and listen to stories accompanied by their favorite adult.

Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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Saturday, June 9, 2012

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Teen Volunteer Orientation - Learn more about volunteering at the library.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Youth (ages 10+) Volunteer Orientation - Learn more about volunteering at the library.
Location: Northfield Branch
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Sunday, June 10, 2012

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Nonfiction for a Sunday Afternoon - The nonfiction group will discuss the book Quiet:The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain. Books are available at the Checkout Desk a month prior to the discussion.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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Check out the book

Monday, June 11, 2012

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Reading is the Spice of Life - Led by Kristin Carlson. Must be a member of the North Shore Senior Center. Call (847) 446-5990 for more information.
This month's selection: A Good Hard Look by Ann Napolitano
Location: North Shore Senior Center (161 Northfield Road, Northfield, IL 60093)
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Park - A- Day Storytime - Join us in Hubbard Woods for a special Park-A Day Storytime!
Location: Hubbard Woods Park
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Storytimes with Miss Debbie - A half hour of fun, featuring Miss Debbie, songs, flannel board fun and lots of great stories!
There will be no Storytime during the month of August.

Location: Northfield Branch
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
CANCELED Library Tunes - CANCELED Learn how to use the library’s new streaming music service through Rdio - unlimited free music on your computer or mobile device! Registration required.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
Registration required

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Clue: A Mystery Club - Led by Melissa Morgan.

This month's selection: The Boy in the Suitcase by Lene Kaaberol & Agnete Friis
Location: Northfield Branch
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Storytimes with Miss Debbie - A half hour of fun, featuring Miss Debbie, songs, flannel board fun and lots of great stories!
There will be no Storytime during the month of August.

Location: Northfield Branch
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Infant Massage - Lana May presents an Introduction to Infant Massage program for parents/caregivers of children newborn to crawling. Parents/caregivers are asked to bring a baby blanket for their child.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Reading for a Cozy Afternoon - Led by Donette Jensen. Must be a member of the North Shore Senior Center. Call (847) 446-5990 for more information.

This month's selection: Caleb's Crossing by Geraldine Brooks
Location: North Shore Senior Center (161 Northfield Road, Northfield, IL 60093)
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Family Movie Night! - It’s all on us! We take care of everything – movie, popcorn, clean-up. You simply show up and enjoy family time. Registration required. Children must be accompanied by a parent.
Tonight's movie: The Muppets
Location: Northfield Community Room, 360 Happ Road, Northfield
Registration required

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Teen Volunteer Orientation - Learn more about volunteering at the library.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Youth (ages 10+) Volunteer Orientation - Learn more about volunteering at the library.
Location: Northfield Branch
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Thursday, June 14, 2012

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Afternoon Storytime - Join us for stories and fun!
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Park--A-Day Storytime - Join us at Clarkson Park for a special Park-A Day Storytime with Miss Debbie!
Location: Clarkson Park
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4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Mr. Freeze - Jerry Zimmerman aka “Mr. Freeze”, a scientist from the world famous Fermi Lab, will wow you with really COOL science experiments. Registration required.
Location: Northfield Branch
Registration required

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Lego Mania JUNIORS - A JUNIOR Lego Club for Junior K thru 2nd graders and their parents. Registration required.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
Registration required

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Lego Mania Club - A club for brick builders. We create cool stuff in an hour. Grades 2 and up. Registration required.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
Registration required

Friday, June 15, 2012

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Opening Ceremony - The opening ceremony will mark the beginning of another great summer of reading champions! We will have a torch lighting parade followed by a breakfast of champions.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Park - A- Day Storytime - Join us at Dwyer Park for a special Park-A Day Storytime!
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Opening Ceremony - The opening ceremony will mark the beginning of another great summer of reading champions! We will have a torch lighting parade followed by a breakfast of champions.
Location: Northfield Branch
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Saturday, June 16, 2012

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Chris Fascione presents "Juggling Funny Stories" - Acclaimed performer Chris Fascione presents his "Juggling Funny Stories" for the whole family. Get ready to listen, laugh and have a terrific time! All ages, no registration.
Location: Winnetka Library Youth Services Department
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Samantha's Amazing Animal Adventure - People of all ages share a fascination with the animal kingdom. Samantha’s zoo offers a program with live animals that will be sure to excite and interest any audience. No registration.
Location: Northfield Branch
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Sunday, June 17, 2012

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Film Discussion with Toby Nicholson - Toby Nicholson will lead a discussion on the film The 400 Blows. Pick up a copy at the library to view in advance!
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Girls Rule! - There will be no Girls Rule! during the summer.
Location: Northfield Branch
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Park - A- Day Storytime - Join us at Indian Hill Park for a special Park-A Day Storytime!
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Monday, June 18, 2012

9:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Lapsit Storytime - This is a drop-in, no registration storytime for children ages 18-28 months, with a parent/caregiver. Stories, songs and games.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Toddler Time - This is a drop-in, no registration storytime for children ages 24-36 months with a parent/caregiver. Stories, songs and games.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Storytimes with Miss Debbie - A half hour of fun, featuring Miss Debbie, songs, flannel board fun and lots of great stories!
There will be no Storytime during the month of August.

Location: Northfield Branch
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4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Read with Bailey - No one pays attention quite like Bailey, a lovable black Lab, who will listen to your every word. Children who are comfortable reading aloud may schedule one 15-minute session per month. Please call the Northfield Library (847-446-5990) to register. Ages 6 and older.
Location: Northfield Community Room, 360 Happ Road, Northfield
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Library Board Meeting - Group Meeting
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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Tuesday, June 19, 2012

9:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Lapsit Storytime - This is a drop-in, no registration program for children ares 18-28 months with a parent/caregiver. Stories, songs and games.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Toddler Time - This is a drop-in, no registration storytime for children ages 24-36 months with a parent/caregiver. Stories, signs and games.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Current Events Roundtable - Join your friends and neighbors in discussing issues of the day.
Location: Northfield Quiet Reading Room
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2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Going Buggy! - Construct a great looking house for all the critters you collect during the summer. Bugs not included! Registration required.
Location: Northfield Branch
Registration required

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Storytimes with Miss Debbie - A half hour of fun, featuring Miss Debbie, songs, flannel board fun and lots of great stories!
There will be no Storytime during the month of August.

Location: Northfield Branch
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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Bright Beginnings - This is a drop-in, no registration storytime for babies 0 - 17 months with a parent/caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays, soft toys.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Foul Play - Led by Kristin Carlson. Bring a brown-bag lunch if you’d like. Coffee and dessert will be provided.

This month's selection: Through a Glass, Darkly by Donna Leon
Location: Northfield Branch
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3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Weeders and Readers Bookmark Making - Join the Winnetka Weeders in the Library Garden for an outdoor storytime. We'll read "Rose's Garden" and then go inside to create your own flower/gold medal bookmark to mark your page & celebrate the Summer Olympics. This is for children ages 5-7 and registration is required.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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Thursday, June 21, 2012

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Preschool Storytime and Craft - preschool storytime and craft for ages 3-6
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Family Chess Nights - Chess for children ages 7 & older with an accompanying adult. Chess Education Partners, Inc. will provide a short lesson and then supervise chess play. By playing with friends and family, children will discover not only a wonderful arena in which to succeed, but valuable life skills. Registration required.
Location: Northfield Branch
Registration required

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
CLUBVid - ClubVid is a fun way to hone your skills and get a jump on our Annual Studio 60093 Children’s Video Fest! We will be working on editing, sound, and screenwriting techniques. We will be filming in the library and making 5 by 5's. Equipment is provided. Registration required.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
Registration required

Friday, June 22, 2012

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
All Ages Storytime - A half hour of stories, songs, and fun for all ages!
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Basic Microsoft Word 2007 - Learn the basics of Word 2007 including opening, saving, and creating documents, text formatting,and margins. Registration required.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
Registration required

Saturday, June 23, 2012

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
LEGOLAND Race Car Workshop - LEGOLAND Discovery Center presents a Race Car Workshop for children ages 6-12. This a registration program and space is limited.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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Sunday, June 24, 2012

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Hemingway of the Heartland - Redd Griffin of the Ernest Hemingway Foundation of Oak Park speaks about Hemingway’s greatest works of fiction while interweaving stories of the writer’s life in Oak Park and beyond. Registration required
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
Registration required

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Art in the Park(ing) Lot Mud Painting - Explore your creative side with Mud Paint! Wear something washable.
Location: Winnetka Library Youth Services Department
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Monday, June 25, 2012

9:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Lapsit Storytime - This is a drop-in, no registration storytime for children ages 18-28 months, with a parent/caregiver. Stories, songs and games.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Toddler Time - This is a drop-in, no registration storytime for children ages 24-36 months with a parent/caregiver. Stories, songs and games.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Storytimes with Miss Debbie - A half hour of fun, featuring Miss Debbie, songs, flannel board fun and lots of great stories!
There will be no Storytime during the month of August.

Location: Northfield Branch
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Tuesday, June 26, 2012

9:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Lapsit Storytime - This is a drop-in, no registration program for children ares 18-28 months with a parent/caregiver. Stories, songs and games.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Toddler Time - This is a drop-in, no registration storytime for children ages 24-36 months with a parent/caregiver. Stories, signs and games.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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Wednesday, June 27, 2012

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Storytimes with Miss Debbie - A half hour of fun, featuring Miss Debbie, songs, flannel board fun and lots of great stories!
There will be no Storytime during the month of August.

Location: Northfield Branch
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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Bright Beginnings - This is a drop-in, no registration storytime for babies 0 - 17 months with a parent/caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays, soft toys.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Noodlelympics - Think you have what it takes to be a star athlete? We'll put your Olympic skills to the test on our very own pool noodle Olympic course! Registration Required.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
Registration required

Thursday, June 28, 2012

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Preschool Storytime and Craft - preschool storytime and craft for ages 3-6
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Afternoon Storytime - Join us for stories and fun!
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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Friday, June 29, 2012

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
All Ages Storytime - A half hour of stories, songs, and fun for all ages!
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Intermediate Microsft Word 2007 - Learn more advanced Word 2007 topics such as multi-column formatting, inserting of images, and mail merges. Registration required.
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
Registration required