Library Hours
Monday - Thursday : 9 - 9Friday and Saturday : 9 - 5
Sunday : 1 - 5
Winnetka Public Library
768 Oak StreetWinnetka, IL 60093 (map)
(847) 446-7220
Northfield Branch
1785 Orchard LaneNorthfield, IL 60093 (map)
(847) 446-5990
Popcorn and a Movie
Date: Sunday, May 19, 2013Start time: 2:00 PM
End time: 3:00 PM
Location: Winnetka Library Lloyd Room
Event details
Toby Nicholson will lead a discussion on the film Young Adult. Pick up a copy at the library to view in advance!
Power of Glamour
Date: Sunday, May 19, 2013Start time: 2:30 PM
End time: 3:30 PM
Location: Northfield Quiet Reading Room
Registration required
Join solo dramatist Roberta Randall for the Power of Glamour, a performance evoking Old Hollywood and movie stars Joan Crawford, Greta Garbo, Katherine Hepburn, Tallulah Bankhead, and Marlene Dietrich, who enchanted the world and left a legacy through their films.
Registration required.
Seniorita Blog
Having worked at the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library for over 20 years years, the Seniorita has watched technology transform the library world. Her goal is to greet and welcome all of you who feel uncomfortable with technology. She invites you to share your thoughts and ideas on the Seniorita blog by sending a message to seniorita@winnetkalibrary.org.
All I Want For...
Posted by on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at 10:33 AM
It could be two new front teeth, but a better bet is that someone in your family wants to give you an e-reader as a holiday present. You might want to drop a hint about which gadget you'd like — a Kindle, Nook, or something else. Scroll down for a comparison of the many available devices. Please keep in mind that some of the information may be inaccurate because the technology changes so fast.
You'll need access to a computer to do the initial setup for the device you choose, but once you're set up, it's a cinch to download books. If you're traveling this winter, you won't have to clutter up your suitcase with heavy books. Maybe you'll even have a new device before your grandkids do!! That would please Seniorita no end!!
The library has instructions for downloading to your new device or you can bring it to the library for hands-on personal assistance.
A word of advice: Be patient and read the device instructions carefully. Yes, you will be able to understand them! One of our library visitors brought in his disabled device, plunked it down on the Reference Desk, and said it was the worst present he ever got. Turns out too many helpers at home tried to fix a small problem and managed to temporarily hobble his device. (The solution was a simple hard reset!) If you get in a mess, trust your own good sense and don't for a minute believe the technology is beyond you. It isn't!
Have a great holiday.
Seniorita (seniorita@winnetkalibrary.org)
A Brief Comparison
E-Ink
| Kindle | Nook | Sony Reader | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $79 - 389, no tax | $139, plus tax | $149, tax may apply |
| Screen | 6” or 9.7” | 6” | 6” (5”, 7” older models) |
| Connectivity | - WiFi, all models - WiFi and 3G, some models | Wifi only | - Wifi - (none or 3G, older models) |
| Touchscreen interface | Some models | Y | Some models |
| Color | N | N | N |
| Capacity | 2-4 GB | 2 GB (expandable) | 2 GB (expandable) |
| Compatible with Library downloads? | Y | Y | Y |
Tablet
| iPad | Nook Color | Kindle Fire | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $499 - $829, plus tax | $249, plus tax | $199, no tax |
| Screen | 9.7” | 7” | 7” |
| Connectivity | - WiFi, all models - WiFi and 3G, some models | WiFi only | WiFi only |
| Touchscreen interface | Y | Y | Y |
| Color | Y | Y | Y |
| Capacity | 16-64 GB | 8 GB (expandable) | 8 GB |
| Compatible with most Library downloads? | Y | Y | ?? |