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January |
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January 6, 7:30 p.m.
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
Organizing Your
Paperwork, Painlessly
Overwhelmed by the piles of papers lying around your house?
Learn the painless approach to managing your important
documents. Identify which papers to keep, which to shred, and
how to set up a simple filing system. Michelle Prima, a
certified professional organizer and home stager, shares her
expertise for successful paper management. Make this year’s tax
filings quicker and easier by getting your paperwork under
control now. Registration is required. To sign up, visit
www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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January 7, 1 p.m.
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
Food for Thought
Book Discussion
Digging to America by Anne Tyler
2008 Suburban Mosaic Book of the Year
When American couple Bitsy and Brad Donaldson and
Iranian-American Sami and Ziba Yazban both adopt Korean infant
girls, their chance encounter at the Baltimore airport the day
their daughters arrive marks the start of a long, intense, and
sometimes awkward friendship. A penetrating light on the
“American way” as seen from two perspectives, those who are born
here and those who are still struggling to fit in.
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January 12, 7 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Book Chat @ Caribou
Book Discussion
Loving Frank by Nancy Horan
Fact and fiction blend in a historical novel that chronicles the
relationship between seminal architect Frank Lloyd Wright and
Mamah Cheney, from their meeting in Oak Park, Illinois, when
they were each married to others, to the clandestine affair that
shocked Chicago society. No registration required. Held at
Caribou Coffee, 90 E. Northwest Hwy., Mount Prospect. Limited
copies of the books are available at the Fiction/AV/Teen Desk 30
days prior to each discussion.
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January 13, 7:30
p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Your Retirement
Dollars: When and How to Tap Tax-deferred Retirement Savings
Putting money away in a tax-deferred retirement savings account
was probably an easy decision. How and when you withdraw the
money requires careful decision-making. If you have money
sitting in a previous employer's 401(k) or you are retired and
trying to decide when to begin taking withdrawals from your IRA,
then this workshop is for you. Karen Chan, Consumer and Family
Economics Educator for the University of Illinois Extension
Center, will explain the ins and outs of the rules governing
retirement savings. Learn how to avoid tax penalties, when you
must start taking money out, what rules apply if you inherit
your spouse's IRA, and what happens to the money when you're
gone. Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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January 16, 7:30
p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Coffee &
Conversation
Cultural Relativism
Cultural Relativism is the principle that an individual's
beliefs and activities should be understood in terms of his or
her own culture. An action that would be shocking if committed
in one culture may be perfectly acceptable -- even expected --
in another. Can you think of any examples? Join us for what
promises to be a lively discussion. Registration is required. To
sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop
by the Library.
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January 17,
11 - 11:45 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Super Saturday: The
Incredible Stunts of Circus Boy
As seen on Ripley’s Believe It or Not, famous stuntman Circus
Boy wows and entertains audiences with hilarious physical
tricks. You’ll be amazed to witness him riding the World’s
Smallest Bicycle! For 25 years, Circus Boy (Bobby Hunt) has been
traveling the world and cracking up crowds with his unique
acrobatics. Register today to take part in this sidesplitting
spectacle! Registration is required. To sign up, visit
www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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January 19, 1 - 2
p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Chat & Chew: Diary
of a Wimpy Kid: Greg Heffley's Journal by Jeff Kinney
For 4th-6th graders
Chew on some good food while chatting about a great book! Spend
an hour talking about favorite characters, villains, and story
lines while participating in theme-related activities. Books are
available at the Youth Services Desk. Registration is required.
To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or
stop by the Library.
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January 19, 2 - 3:30
p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
The Twilight Series:
From the Movie to Breaking Dawn
Students and Teens, Grades 6 – 12.
“Should I be afraid?” “Terrified.”
Did Robert Pattinson embody Edward? Did Twilight the movie
measure up to the book? What would you have done differently?
Here’s your chance to talk about what you thought of the movie
and how Stephenie Meyer ended the saga in Breaking Dawn. We’ll
tackle the questions: Who are shapeshifters?, What happened to
Leah?, and is Billy actually Ephraim? We’ll even raise the
question: if Breaking Dawn were made into a movie, could it be
done in one movie or should it be two? Registration is required.
To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or
stop by the Library.
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January 19, 4:15 -
5:15 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Book Voyagers: Snowy
Day Fun
For 1st - 3rd graders.
The best part of cold weather is snow! After a 3-day weekend of
sledding, making snow people, and trying to catch snowflakes,
come in to the Library to warm up with stories, a craft, a
snack, and a video about having fun in the snow. This program is
for young adventurers who like to listen to stories, eat snacks,
and have a little fun. Registration is required. To sign up,
visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the
Library.
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January 20, 27
6:30 - 7 p.m.
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in!
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
Preschool/Child Care
Information Night
Tuesday, January 20, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
This annual open house gives parents the opportunity to meet
face to face with representatives of Mount Prospect preschools
and child care centers. The event will help attendees learn more
about a variety of local early childhood programs and services
available to families. No registration is necessary, so bring
your friends!
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
Building Your
Business in Mount Prospect: Demographics
Wednesday, January 21, 8:30 a.m.
Local business owners and entrepreneurs will want to attend this
first session of our six-part monthly series, Building Your
Business in Mount Prospect, which is designed to help Mount
Prospect businesses prosper. Cohosted by the Chamber of Commerce
and the Library, this session will be led by Brian Simmons, the
Village’s Deputy Community Development Director, who will
discuss the demographics of the Village using the latest
statistics. This information is critical to effectively identify
a customer base, target customers’ needs, and develop better
marketing plans. Registration is required. To sign up, visit
www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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January 21, 28
9:30 - 10 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in! |
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January 21, 10 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Coffee, Books, &
More Book Discussion
My Antonia by Willa Cather
Antonia works as a servant for her neighbors after her father's
death, elopes, and then returns to marry a Bohemian farmer.
Books are available 30 days prior to each discussion at the
Fiction/AV/Teen Desk. No registration required.
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January 23, 30
10:30 - 11 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in!
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Saturday, January
24, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, January 25, noon - 4:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Friends Book Sale
Stock up on great books at bargain prices during the Friends of
the Library’s winter used book sale. Funds raised through the
sale will help the Friends support additional Library programs,
events, and services.
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January 26, 7 or
7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
How to Request a
Digital TV Converter Box Coupon
Are you ready for the transition to digital television on
February 17? If you do not have cable, satellite, or a digital
TV, you will need a digital converter box. In other words, if
you use an antenna to receive your television signal and you
bought your TV before 2008, you will most likely need to
purchase a digital converter box. Did you request your converter
box coupons yet? The government is offering coupons worth $40
off a converter box. Each household is entitled to two coupons.
Coupons are mailed 2 - 4 weeks after you apply for them and are
valid for 90 days from date of issue. To apply for your coupons,
go to www.DTV2009.gov.
Need help applying for your coupons? On January 26, Library
staff will be available in the Computer Training Room to help
you register online for digital TV converter box coupons. To be
sure there is a computer available for your use, you must sign
up for one of the time slots offered. Space is limited to 10
people per half hour. Registration is required. To sign up,
visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the
Library.
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January 27, 7:30
p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Are You Ready for
Some Football – Hollywood Style?
The Super Bowl attracts millions of viewers and no one knows
this better than Hollywood. Striving to capitalize on America’s
passion for football, Hollywood has used this sport as the theme
for scores of movies, from Horse Feathers, starring the Marx
Brothers, to the inspirational film Rudy. Join us as we explore
the numerous ways Hollywood has treated football, from slapstick
to sentimental. Registration is required. To sign up, visit
www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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January 28, 7 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Presenting New Works
by MPPL’s Writers Group
Pull up a chair, enjoy some refreshments, and experience an
evening of enlightening entertainment. Members of the Library’s
Writers Group will premiere their manuscripts at this
celebration of unique voices. Listen to excerpts from pieces
being produced by this talented group and be inspired to put pen
to paper to express your own thoughts. Learn how the process of
sharing work, constructive feedback, and fresh eyes can help you
develop as a writer. The Writers Group, facilitated by local
author Lisa Rosenthal, is made possible by the Friends of the
Library. Registration is required. To sign up, visit
www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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January 30 –
February 8 |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
The Ultimate
Chocolate Raffle
Chocolate lovers will soon have something to savor when the
Mount Prospect Public Library Foundation kicks off its
“Unbelievable Chocolate Raffle.” Beginning on Friday, January
30, you will have the opportunity to indulge yourself by
purchasing a chance to take home one of the many decadent
chocolate-related items or sumptuous specialty baskets aimed at
the chocolate lover in all of us.
Baskets and raffle items will be on display in the Lobby through
Sunday, February 8, giving everyone the opportunity to see the
items firsthand and purchase raffle tickets from a volunteer, or
inquire at the Registration Desk. Winners need not be present to
win. Tickets will sell for $1 each or six for $5.
All proceeds from the “Unbelievable Chocolate Raffle” will
benefit the Mount Prospect Public Library Foundation, which
raises funds for special programming and events at the Library.
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February |
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February 1 –
February 28 |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Take Your
Reading to New Heights
Everyone’s a winner when you take part in our winter reading
challenge! It’s one of the simplest reading programs we’ve ever
done. Read a book, fill out a slip, and you’ll be entered to win
fabulous prizes. No reading logs; read whatever you like. If you
need a suggestion, stop in and we will gladly make a
recommendation. Let’s see how many books you can read in just 28
days.
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February 1
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
Red Cross
Babysitting Clinic -- Sign up Starts Today
Sign up beginning February 1 for the March 14 Red Cross
Babysitting Clinic.
Register in person at the Library’s Registration Desk.
Participant must be at least 11 years old. This program requires
a $15 nonrefundable registration fee. |
February 2,
7 - 8 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Top-notch
Children's Author Visits the Library
For all ages.
Candace Fleming takes storytelling to new heights! Start your
Winter Reading ascent with Mount Prospect’s own award-winning
author of over 20 children’s books. Discover the secrets behind
her books, her love of words, and the creative writing process.
Children will be invited to ask Ms. Fleming questions about her
popular titles, including Muncha! Muncha! Muncha! and Lowji
Discovers America. In addition, guests will be able to purchase
signed copies of her books courtesy of Crocodile Pie Children’s
Books & More. Registration is required. To sign up, visit
www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library. |
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February 3,
6:30 - 7 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in! |
February 3,
7:30 p.m.
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
A Valentine’s
Date With Whole Foods Market
Join the culinary team from Whole Foods Market Palatine as we
prepare an array of foods to tempt your taste buds just in time
for Valentine’s Day. Add a touch of romance to your dinner with
tantalizing desserts, including raspberry chocolate mousse,
frozen raspberry macadamia pie, and a very berry seasonal tart.
Recipes and preparation tips will be provided. There is a $2
nonrefundable fee due at registration. Please sign up at the
Registration Desk.
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February 4,
9:30 - 10 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in!
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February 4, 1
p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Food for
Thought Book Discussion
Thunderstruck by Erik Larson
A vivid portrait of the Edwardian era recounts two parallel
stories--the case of Dr. Hawley Crippen, who murdered his wife
and fled the country with his mistress to build a new life in
America, and Guglielmo Marconi, the inventor of wireless
communication, the new technology used to capture the killer.
Books are available 30 days prior to each discussion at the
Fiction/AV/Teen Desk. No registration required.
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February 6,
10:30 - 11 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in! |
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February 6,
11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Create-a-Craft: Made With Love
Drop into the Library to create sweet cards and gifts for your
loved ones this Valentine’s Day. Children under age 9 must be
accompanied by an adult. No registration is necessary; just drop
in. |
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February 7, 2
- 2:30 p.m. OR 3 - 3:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Boogie Oogie
Baby Bop
Babies 23 months and younger and their parents are invited to
this annual BabyTalk event. We’ll move to the music, hear a
variety of musical sounds, enjoy baby-friendly puppets, and have
loads of fun with Julie Helenius of Chicago’s Old Town School of
Folk Music. Each event is limited to 25 Mount Prospect babies
and their parents. Sorry, no siblings. Thank you to the Friends
of the Library for sponsoring BabyTalk. Please sign up for
only one session, either 2 p.m. or 3 p.m. Registration is
required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call
847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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February 7
5:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Special Events Commission |
Celestial Celebration - A Starry
Night In Paris
Each year, the Village honors our Shining Stars - the people
that help to make our community a great place in which to live
and work. They will be recognized at the 16th annual Celestial
Celebration banquet to be held Saturday, February 7, 2009 at
Bristol Court. Tickets are priced at
$40. This year’s slogan is: “A Starry Night in Paris,” featuring
a French theme.
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February 10,
17, 24
6:30 - 7 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in!
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February 11,
18, 25
9:30 - 10 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in!
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February 11,
7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
In Praise of
Gospel Music
Join us for a special concert with the many talented voices of
the Second Baptist Church of Evanston’s Gospel Choir. The choir
will demonstrate the beauty and power of the African American
experience through gospel music under the direction of Dr.
Charles Clency. This event is sponsored by the MPPL Foundation
in recognition of Black History Month. Registration is required.
To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or
stop by the Library.
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February 13,
20, 27
10:30 - 11 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in!
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February 14,
10:30 a.m. - noon |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Hearts &
History
For all ages.
Roses are red, violets are blue, and this special storytime is
just for you! Celebrate Valentine’s Day and Black History Month
with stories, crafts, and sweets. Registration is required. To
sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop
by the Library.
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February 14,
2 - 4 p.m.
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
Make a
Valentine Craft for That Special Someone
For Students and Teens in Grades 6 – 12.
Put your heart into making a personal gift for someone special.
Spend the afternoon with friends as you express your artistic
talents using duct tape and decoupage. We’ll fuel your
creativity with a variety of materials, sweet treats, and hot
chocolate. Registration is required. To sign up, visit
www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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February 16,
1 - 2 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Chat & Chew:
Emmy and the Incredible Shrinking Rat by Lynne Jonell
For 4th-6th graders.
Chew on some good food while chatting about a great book! Spend
an hour talking about favorite characters, villains, and story
lines while participating in theme-related activities. Books are
available at the Youth Services Desk. Registration is required.
To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or
stop by the Library.
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February 16,
4:15 - 5:15 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Book Voyagers:
Signed, Sealed, and Delivered!
For 1st-3rd graders.
This program is for young adventurers who like to listen to
stories, eat snacks, and have a little fun.
What do you think of when you hear these words: stamps,
envelopes, letters, and packages? The U.S. mail, of course! Join
us as we share stories, a craft, a snack, and a video about mail
carriers, the post office, and sending letters. Registration is
required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call
847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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February 17,
1:30 p.m. &
7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
An Afternoon
With Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln
Tuesday, February 17, 1:30 p.m.
As part of the continuing celebration of his 200th birthday,
President Abraham Lincoln will spend the afternoon moderating a
discussion of the compromises and challenges that confronted our
young nation. The audience will be asked to confront the same
issues that faced our founding fathers, follow the decisions
that led us to civil war, and understand the sacrifices made to
keep the nation together while putting an end to slavery. For
her part, Mary Todd Lincoln will discuss the woman’s place
during these tumultuous times, from the roles women had to
assume to the rules of fashion they were expected to follow. By
inviting audience participation, the Lincolns offer an afternoon
that promises to be both enlightening and entertaining.
Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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February 18,
8:30 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Building Your
Business in Mount Prospect: Negotiating Leases
This second session in our series Building Your Business in
Mount Prospect is designed to help local businesses evaluate
their commercial leases. Attorney Mark J. Watychowicz will lead
this discussion, which will focus on understanding the key
elements of commercial leases and identifying the essential
items that should be included in the lease agreement.
Cosponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and the Library, this
series was developed to support the success of local businesses.
Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
Mr. Watychowicz has extensive background in estate planning,
business corporate law, real estate transactions, title
insurance, and foreclosure procedures. He has represented
international companies, assisted clients with effective
corporate estate planning, and has been involved in thousands of
real estate transactions.
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February 18,
10 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Coffee, Books,
& More Book Discussion
The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down: A Hmong Child, Her
American Doctors, and the Collision of the Two Cultures by Anne
Fadiman. A tragic tale of cultural differences chronicles the
fight over the proper care of an epileptic Hmong child between a
California medical center and her tradition-minded Laotian
refugee family. Books are available 30 days prior to each
discussion at the Fiction/AV/Teen Desk. No registration
required.
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February 20,
7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Coffee &
Conversation
The Financial Bailout: Is There a Plan and How Does It Affect
Us?
The financial bailout began back in October 2008. We'll take a
look at what's been done so far and try to see where the bailout
plan is headed. Hold on to your wallets for this one!
Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
Coffee & Conversation, the Library’s monthly current events
discussion group, provides an open, nonpartisan forum for
community members to share their views. This moderated
discussion strives to encourage greater understanding of diverse
viewpoints and offers a venue where people can participate in
honest discussion.
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February 23 |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Spring
Storytime Registration Begins
Between February 23 and March 5, parents can register their
children – birth through age 6 – for the Library’s winter
storytime programs. This session, with a variety of times and
age groups, will run from March 16 - April 24. Due to the
popularity of these storytimes, registration is determined by
lottery and is reserved for Mount Prospect cardholders. To
participate in the lottery, please sign up in person at the
Youth Services desk.
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February 23, 7
p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Book Chat @
Caribou Book Discussion
The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay: A Novel by Michael
Chabon
Joe Kavalier is a Houdini-style escape artist -- a talent that
gets him safely out of Nazi-ridden Prague in 1939. He makes it
to New York City, where he teams up with his cousin Sammy Clay
to write comic books. The duo find themselves sitting on a gold
mine when they create a host of superheroes who fight Hitler and
his evil forces. But, off the page, the complexities of the real
world beckon, as Kavalier struggles to raise money to bring his
family to America, and he and Clay both come under the sway of
Rosa Saks, a seductive muse who changes their lives forever.
Winner of the 2001 Pulitzer Prize. No registration
required.
Held at Caribou Coffee, 90 E. Northwest Hwy., Mount Prospect.
Limited copies of the books are available at the Fiction/AV/Teen
Desk 30 days prior to each discussion.
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February 24,
7:30 p.m.
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
Super-couponing
= Super Savings
Join shopping experts Jill Cataldo and Amy Paulus to learn how
to maximize your grocery savings and purchase hundreds of
dollars worth of groceries for just pennies! It's easy, it's
fun, and anyone can do it. Whether you regularly shop at Jewel,
Dominicks, Walgreens, or Target, super-couponing will save you
money. You’ll learn which stores let you stack multiple coupons,
what products you'll never have to pay for again, how to track
sales and discounts online, and, best of all, how to get the
store to pay you to shop. Jill and Amy’s couponing techniques
have captured the attention of the Chicago Sun-Times, WGN news,
WLS news, the Loop radio, and many other local media outlets.
Now, they'll share their methods with you! Registration is
required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call
847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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