Naperville Public Library- Press Release

Learn Mealtime Sign Language for You and Your Baby

Learn to communicate with your baby using sign language with Sign and Play with Baby -- Mealtime Signs. This fun class for babies (8-24 months) and their caregivers teaches easy ways to incorporate signs into mealtime using stimulating activities, storytime, songs and play.

September program times and locations are: Tuesday, Sept. 9, Children’s Storyroom, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave., 1:30 p.m.; Monday, Sept. 15, Children’s Program Room, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr., 1:30 p.m., and Friday, Sept. 19, 9:30 a.m. Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.

Registration limited to 12 babies and their caregivers. Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about other children’s programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Book Groups Season Starts with an Analysis of the Supreme Court,
a Kafka Classic and English Mystery

The Supreme Court, a charming mystery set in London, and a Chris Bohgalian novel are the focus of the selections that will be discussed by the Naperville Public Library’s book clubs in May.

Pageturners, an adult book group that primarily reads non-fiction, meets the second Tuesday of each month. In September, they will read “Supreme Conflict” by Jan Crawford Greenburg. A correspondent for ABC News, Greenburg is a long-time observer of the Supreme Court and uses all of her skills to provide a readable analysis of our highest court. The group will discuss “Supreme Conflict” on Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 9:30 a.m. in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave. Kathy Carrus is the facilitator.

“The Metamorphosis” by Franz Kafka is the featured reading of the Great Books Reading and Discussion Group for September. This adult book group follows the Great Books discussion format. The group will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. in the Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd. Jack Hatfield is the facilitator. This group is sponsored in memory of Mary (Daphne) Dragula by her family and friends.

New Horizons Book Club begins its fall season in a new location. On Thursday, Sept. 18 the group will discuss “Maisie Dobbs” by Jacqueline Winspear beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the Quiet Study Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave. Facilitating this group is Julie Phend. A historical mystery set in the period after World War I, this novel explores the career of Maisie Dobbs, female private investigator. A “gentle read” with interesting plot and characters without violence and gunplay, this series, set in London, is as brisk as a cup of tea.

“The Double Bind” by Chris Bohjalian is September choice for From Cover to Cover, an evening adult book group that reads current and classic fiction. This group meets the third Thursday of each month. In September they will meet on Thursday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. in Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave. “Double Bind” combines mystery with a nuanced study of the human psyche and the struggle to survive over pain.

For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Everybody Dance Now!

Come on, get on your feet, and let’s dance! Hustle into the Naperville Public Library for a storytime filled with stories, songs, and a craft that are sure to get your body moving, everyone grooving to the beat…and dancing to the music! For anyone who loves to dance, dance, dance…This program is for all ages with a caregiver, no registration required.

Program times and locations are: Monday, Sept. 22, at 11: 15 a.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave., Friday, Oct. 10, at 10:30 a.m. Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd. and Monday, Oct. 13, at 4 p.m. in Meeting room A/B, 95th Street Library.

For more information about other children’s programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Students in Grades 3 to 5
Learn how to How to Fracture a Fairy Tale

For those of us who love magic, princesses and knights in shining armor—and for those of us who don’t—this program will be a fun new look at some old favorite stories. We will have stories, games and even a craft! For Grades 3-5

This program for students in grades three to five will be held at the following times and locations: Thursday, Sept. 18, at 4 p.m., Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.; Monday, Sept. 22 at 4 p.m., Children’s Program Room, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr. and Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 4 p.m., Children’s Storyroom, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.

This program is for students in grades three to five and online registration is required. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about other children’s programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Attend the Green Your Home Workshop
with Michelle Hickey

Everyone is going green! Michelle Hickey is passionate about working, living and sharing the benefits of adopting environmentally sustainable practices. On Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 7 p.m., she’ll present a workshop filled with ideas for the average homeowner to make their home a bit more “green”.
The program will be held in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.

Michelle is currently the Sustainability Project Coordinator for Seven Generations Ahead in Oak Park, and is a volunteer for Naperville’s Envirolink Committee.

Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings. For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Hear the True Life Story
“Crossing Hoffa: A Teamster’s Story”

Steven Harper joins us with his riveting true life story. Harper, the son of a trucker and member of Teamster’s Local 544, recounts the story of his father’s experience with corruption within the union on Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave. As leader of an insurgency, his actions caught the attention of Teamster leader Jimmy Hoffa. What ensued was nothing short of harrowing. Part thriller, part history and part love story, “Crossing Hoffa” is a riveting story.

Steven Harper is a graduate of Harvard Law School, an adjunct professor of trial advocacy at Northwestern University’s School of Law, and a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. In addition to “Crossing Hoffa”, he is the author of “Straddling Worlds: The Jewish-American Journey of Professor Richard W. Leopold”. He will be available for a book signing at the conclusion of the program.

Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings. For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Learn Your Interior Design Style with
Melissa Secor of Dream Interiors

Whether you are new to interior design, or are just looking for a change, Melissa Secor, senior designer with Dream Interiors of Downers Grove can help you find your style. Her interactive and fun program will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave With design storyboards and a PowerPoint® presentation, Melissa will guide you from the first step of finding their style all the way through defining it through color, placement and accessories.

Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings. For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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“The Memory Lady” Comes to the Naperville Public Library

Have you ever walked from room-to-room searching for your keys or phone? Have you struggled to come up with the words that are on the tip of your tongue? Don’t worry. Judy Marcus, aka the Memory Lady is here with her proven LOVE Memory Method® on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. in Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr. This program is presented in conjunction with Healthy Aging Month.

You’ll learn memory improvement skills and brain friendly lifestyle techniques at this fun and interactive program. After the presentation, Judy will be available to sign copies of her book.

Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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“Knitting America: A Glorious Heritage
from Warm Socks to High Art” with Author Susan Strawn

Susan Strawn will take participants on a journey into American history, as she recounts the art of knitting as it pertains to our country’s cultural, social, artistic and historical background. Join her on Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 7 p.m., in Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.

Beginning with colonial times and moving towards the present, Strawn’s book conveys the social and historical realities that the craft of knitting embodied. With vintage patterns from each era. “Knitting America: A Glorious Heritage from Warm Sock to High Art” traces the various trends, economic developments, and social movements that shaped our nation. Dr. Strawn is an Assistant Professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising at Dominican University in River Forest. Please note: Knitters attending this program are encouraged to bring their work with them. Participants who would like to share their knitting stories and experiences with others are encouraged to attend.

Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Attn: Students in Grades K-3, Join Us for Monarch Reading Club

The Monarch Award is a children’s choice book award for children in grades K – 3. Join us as we read some great stories and have fun with crafts and activities.

September dates and locations are: Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 4 p.m., Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd. Monday, Sept. 15 at 4 p.m., Children’s Storyroom, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave. and Sept. 24 at 4 p.m., Children’s Program Room, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

Online registration is required for this program for children in grades K – 3, and there is a limit of 30 participants. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about other children’s programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 961-4100, ext. 2231.

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It’s Pajamarama Time at the Naperville Public Library

It’s bedtime! Come join us for our first Fall Season evening storytime and wear your pajamas, slippers, and robes! Bring along your pillow and favorite stuffed animal! Our stories, flannels, fingerplays, and songs will lull you to sleep and prepare you for a night of pleasant dreams!

No registration required. All programs are at 7 p.m. Dates and locations for this program are: Tuesday, Sept. 2, Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.; Wednesday, Sept. 3, Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd., and Monday, Sept. 8, Children’s Storyroom, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave. For more information about other children’s programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Meet and Greet One Of Naperville’s Finest!!

You’re in for a treat at the Library!! Join us for a Meet & Greet with a very special storytime presented by one of the many friendly police officers of the Naperville Police Department.

Come hear a story, receive some “goodies” and get a tour of a police squad car on Friday, Sept. 12 from 10:30 a.m., Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd., Saturday, Sept. 20, at 10:30 a.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave. and Friday, Sept. 26 at 10:15 a.m., Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

The police officer will also answer any questions from the children and adults in attendance. The Naperville Police Department not only protects and serves our community, but provides a fun and exciting learning experience for all.

This program is for children of all ages with a caregiver. No registration required.

For more information about other children’s programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Welcome The Hardings and The Coolidges
- Presidents and Their First Ladies

The Naperville Public Library is pleased to welcome back Sue and William Wills and their brilliant presidential programs. The Wills will portray Warren Harding and his wife Flossie as well as Calvin and Grace Coolidge on Monday, Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.

Learn about how Harding’s presidency was filled with scandal and mismanagement but his wife Flossie was much beloved by the American public. Calvin and Grace Coolidge experienced one of the saddest tragedies to occur to any presidential couple – the death of a child while in office. “Silent Cal” had a meteoric political life brought about by hard work. His wife Grace’s effervescent personality was embraced by the voters, and helped her husband to persevere in the most trying of times.

Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Tour Historic Route 66 with David Clark of Windy City Road Warriors

Since its beginning on November 11, 1926, Route 66, or “The Main Street of America”, has fascinated people worldwide. Running from Chicago to Los Angeles, Route 66 ran through seven states before reaching its destination. Join David Clark of Windy City Road Warriors and learn more about this fabulous roadway on Thursday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. in Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

Along the way, life and businesses blossomed on the “Mother Road”. Although decommissioned in the 1980s, it is still a source of fascination. Our PowerPoint® presentation takes the audience back to a time when folks got their kicks on Route 66.

Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Starting Your Own Successful Business
with S.C.O.R.E. (The Service Corps of Retired Executives)

To many people, owning their own small business is a dream come true. But before this happens, careful planning and budgeting is a must. The retired executives from S.C.O.R.E. will walk prospective business owners through the steps to a successful business. Join them on Saturday, Sept. 13 to learn how to Start Your Own Successful Business at 9:30 a.m. in Meeting Room A, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

They are a non-profit association dedicated to entrepreneur education and the formation, growth and success of small business nationwide. S.C.O.R.E. is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

This program is held in partnership with S.C.O.R.E, no registration is required.

For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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