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October 2019

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		Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling 9:00am - 1:00pm Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling 9:00am - 1:00pm Oct 1, 2019 Helen Plum Library Small Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Description Need help with Medicare or Medicare Supplements? Get free one-on-one Medicare counseling from a Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Counselor provided by the Illinois ... Tuesday Afternoon Movie 4:00pm - 6:00pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Description Alien Drop-in movie for adults 18 years and older. ... Sierra Club 7:00pm - 8:45pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Description The River Prairie Group will be holding a climate action meeting for the Clean Energy Jobs Act. We will discuss how people can help move Illinois towards 100% clean renewable energy. We need you to help pass CEJA this fall in Springfield.... Library Lounge 7:30pm - 8:30pm Outreach Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Discussions Description The Suspicions of Mr. Whicher by Kate Summerscale...	Plum Pokemon League 4:00pm - 5:30pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Description Drop-in event for children of all ages. No registration required....	Homeschool Hangout: Tinker Time 10:00am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Description Drop-in event for Grades K-8. No registration required....	Advanced Excel 3:00pm - 4:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 7 Description Take your skills to the next level with macros! Registration required and open to Helen Plum Library cardholders only. ...
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Toys for Pets 3:00pm - 4:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Teen Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description Join us to make some dog and cat toys that we will donate to a local animal shelter! Earn service hours with this program. ...	PowerPoint 101 3:00pm - 4:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Description Discover the basics for constructing a PowerPoint presentation by using themes and creating fun transitions for slides. Space is limited to Helen Plum Library cardholders only. ... Drop-In Family Storytime 7:00pm - 7:30pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in Family StorytimeSnuggle up and wind down with stories, songs and rhymes. Pajamas are encouraged. ...	Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling 9:00am - 1:00pm Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling 9:00am - 1:00pm Oct 8, 2019 Helen Plum Library Small Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Description Need help with Medicare or Medicare Supplements? Get free one-on-one Medicare counseling from a Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Counselor provided by the Illinois ... Preschool Pals 9:30am - 10:00am Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 17 Description Storytime for ages 3-5, not yet in kindergarten, with a participating adultCreated for curious preschoolers, we bring stories to life by sharing books, music, rhymes and more. ... Drop-In Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in Family StorytimeWith stories, songs and rhymes suited for all ages, this storytime is perfect for the whole family! ... Tuesday Afternoon Movie 4:00pm - 6:00pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Description Ghostbusters ... Library Board of Trustees Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Program Type: Board of Trustees	FULL--iPad/iPhone Help Desk 9:00am - 12:00pm Helen Plum Library Small Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Description To schedule an appointment, please call Katie Cortesi at 630-627-0316 ext. 237. For Helen Plum cardholders only.... Little Wigglers 9:30am - 10:00am Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 17 Description Storytime for children ages 2-3, with a participating adultSinging, dancing, reading and free play are just part of the fun during these active storytimes. ... Drop-In Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in Family StorytimeWith stories, songs and rhymes suited for all ages, this storytime is perfect for the whole family! ... DAR Genealogy Assistance 6:00pm - 8:00pm Helen Plum Library Adult Services Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Description Drop-in A Daughters of the American Revolution representative will be available to lend a hand in your genealogy research. ...	Tiny Tales 9:30am - 10:00am Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 18 Description Storytime for children ages 1-2, with a participating adultShort books are paired with fun songs, games, rhymes and free play to keep your little wanderer engaged. ... Oh, Baby! Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in storytime recommended for babies birth-15 months, with a participating adultWelcome baby to the Library! Join us for stories, learn fingerplays and rhymes, and meet other families. ... Wizards Unite! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Description Drop-in event for children of all ages. No registration required.... Turning No Into Yes: Helping You Land the Job 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration Required Turning No Into Yes: Helping You Land the Job 7:00pm - 8:30pm Oct 10, 2019 Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Business & Job Seekers Registration Required Seats Remaining: 68 Description Registration required....	Tech Time: 3Doodler 2:00pm - 4:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Youth Services Age Group: Youth Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description Grades 3-8. Registration open to HPL cardholders.... Intermediate PowerPoint 3:00pm - 4:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 11 Description Learn to add media such as music and video clips to your PowerPoint presentation and learn easy methods for uploading a photo album. Space is limited to Helen Plum Library cardholders only. ...	Go Nuts for Donuts 10:00am - 10:45am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in family storytime. No registration required.Start your weekend with a real treat — delicious donuts and hot coffee and tea! Enjoy fun stories, songs and rhymes followed by a simple craft. ...
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	LEGO Club 10:00am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Description ... Advanced PowerPoint (Cancelled) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Description Learn to add charts and use advanced insert tools. Space is limited to Helen Plum Library cardholders only. ... Drop-In Family Storytime 7:00pm - 7:30pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in Family StorytimeSnuggle up and wind down with stories, songs and rhymes. Pajamas are encouraged. ...	Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling 9:00am - 1:00pm Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling 9:00am - 1:00pm Oct 15, 2019 Helen Plum Library Small Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Description Need help with Medicare or Medicare Supplements? Get free one-on-one Medicare counseling from a Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Counselor provided by the Illinois ... Preschool Pals 9:30am - 10:00am Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 17 Description Storytime for ages 3-5, not yet in kindergarten, with a participating adultCreated for curious preschoolers, we bring stories to life by sharing books, music, rhymes and more. ... Drop-In Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in Family StorytimeWith stories, songs and rhymes suited for all ages, this storytime is perfect for the whole family! ... Tuesday Afternoon Movie 4:00pm - 6:00pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Description Fargo Drop-in movie for adults 18 years and older. ...	Little Wigglers 9:30am - 10:00am Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 17 Description Storytime for children ages 2-3, with a participating adultSinging, dancing, reading and free play are just part of the fun during these active storytimes. ... Drop-In Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in Family StorytimeWith stories, songs and rhymes suited for all ages, this storytime is perfect for the whole family! ... Helen Plum Library Book Discussion 1:00pm - 2:00pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Discussions Description The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn... Candy Science 4:15pm - 5:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description Grades 4–8. Registration is required.Do you like candy? Do you like science? We’ll mix the two together for some sweet experiments and see what happens! ... A Tale of Two Chicagos: The White City & The Murder Castle of Englewood 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration Required A Tale of Two Chicagos: The White City & The Murder Castle of Englewood 7:00pm - 8:30pm Oct 16, 2019 Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description Registration required. Chicago entertainer and historian Clarence Goodman will thrill you with the sights of the first World’s Fair and tell disturbing tales of H.H. Holmes, America’s first known serial killer. ...	Tiny Tales 9:30am - 10:00am Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 18 Description Storytime for children ages 1-2, with a participating adultShort books are paired with fun songs, games, rhymes and free play to keep your little wanderer engaged. ... Oh, Baby! Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in storytime recommended for babies birth-15 months, with a participating adultWelcome baby to the Library! Join us for stories, learn fingerplays and rhymes, and meet other families. ... Policy & Bylaws Committee Meeting 5:00pm - 7:00pm Helen Plum Library Program Type: Board of Trustees Description This meeting will take place in the Director's Office. ... Chess Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Youth Services Age Group: Youth Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description Grades 1–8. Registration open to HPL cardholders.Join us in Youth Services for a friendly game of chess! A basic understanding of the game is required. Chess sets are provided. ... Helen Plum Library Book Discussion 7:30pm - 8:30pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Discussions Description The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn...	Adobe Premiere Elements 3:00pm - 4:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Description This hands-on class will introduce you to the basics of Adobe’s video editing software program. Registration required and open to Helen Plum Library cardholders only. ...	Fall Owl Craft 9:30am - 11:30am Helen Plum Library Youth Services Age Group: Youth Description Drop-in craft take and make at home craft for children.Whoooo will have fun making this owl craft? You will!...
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History Book Discussion 2:00pm - 3:00pm Registration Required Outreach Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Discussions Registration Required Description The Kelloggs: The Battling Brothers of Battle Creek by Howard Markel... Teen Advisory Board (TAB) 3:00pm - 4:30pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Teen Registration Required Seats Remaining: 19 Description Please join us! Bring ideas about what you would like to see offered for teens. Snacks are provided. ...	Senior Social: Medicare Made Clear 1:00pm - 2:30pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Senior Socials Registration Required Seats Remaining: 46 Description Registration required.... Drop-In Family Storytime 7:00pm - 7:30pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in Family StorytimeSnuggle up and wind down with stories, songs and rhymes. Pajamas are encouraged. ...	Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling 9:00am - 1:00pm Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling 9:00am - 1:00pm Oct 22, 2019 Helen Plum Library Small Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Description Need help with Medicare or Medicare Supplements? Get free one-on-one Medicare counseling from a Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Counselor provided by the Illinois ... Preschool Pals 9:30am - 10:00am Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 17 Description Storytime for ages 3-5, not yet in kindergarten, with a participating adultCreated for curious preschoolers, we bring stories to life by sharing books, music, rhymes and more. ... Drop-In Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in Family StorytimeWith stories, songs and rhymes suited for all ages, this storytime is perfect for the whole family! ... Tuesday Afternoon Movie 4:00pm - 6:00pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Description Alita: Battle Angel Drop-in movie for adults 18 years and older. ... Genealogy Club 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Registration Required Description Registration required.Join us for a roundtable discussion on solutions to brick walls and hear success stories from other members....	iPad/iPhone Help Desk 9:00am - 12:00pm Helen Plum Library Small Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Description To schedule an appointment, please call Katie Cortesi at 630-627-0316 ext. 237. For Helen Plum cardholders only.... Little Wigglers 9:30am - 10:00am Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 17 Description Storytime for children ages 2-3, with a participating adultSinging, dancing, reading and free play are just part of the fun during these active storytimes. ... Drop-In Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in Family StorytimeWith stories, songs and rhymes suited for all ages, this storytime is perfect for the whole family! ... Haunted Gingerbread Houses 4:15pm - 5:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Registration Required Seats Remaining: 14 Description Grades K–3, parents encouraged to attend. Registration open to HPL cardholders.... DAR Genealogy Assistance 6:00pm - 8:00pm Helen Plum Library Adult Services Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Description Drop-in A Daughters of the American Revolution representative will be available to lend a hand in your genealogy research. ...	Tiny Tales 9:30am - 10:00am Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 18 Description Storytime for children ages 1-2, with a participating adultShort books are paired with fun songs, games, rhymes and free play to keep your little wanderer engaged. ... Oh, Baby! Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in storytime recommended for babies birth-15 months, with a participating adultWelcome baby to the Library! Join us for stories, learn fingerplays and rhymes, and meet other families. ... Haunted Gingerbread Houses 4:15pm - 5:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Registration Required Seats Remaining: 3 Description Grades K–3, parents encouraged to attend. Registration open to HPL cardholders.... SCORE Business Roundtable 6:30pm - 8:30pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Small Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Business & Job Seekers Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description Registration required. Meet with fellow business owners and entrepreneurs to discuss challenges and opportunities. These two-hour interactive sessions are facilitated by an expert SCORE mentor. ...	Photoshop Elements 3:00pm - 4:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Description Add fun effects to your photos and correct redeye with this Adobe photo editing software. Registration required and open to Helen Plum Library cardholders only. ...	Small Talk 10:00am - 10:45am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Description Drop-in storytime ...
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WWII Radio Hour 2:00pm - 3:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Registration Required Seats Remaining: 33 Description Registration required. Join Matt and Cynthia Gruel and company as they reenact a 1940s radio hour featuring favorites such as “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” “In the Mood” and “Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree.” ...	Intermediate Photoshop 3:00pm - 4:00pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 11 Description Improve your photo editing skills with Intermediate Photoshop! Registration required and open to Helen Plum Library cardholders only. ... Program Pregame 6:30pm - 7:30pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Age Group: Teen Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description Help prep for upcoming activities for children at the library. Projects TBD but might include craft prep, packet preparation, etc. Earn service hours with this program. Please meet in the youth services department. ... Halloween Parade 7:00pm - 7:30pm Registration Required Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 1 Description Family storytime. Registration open to HPL cardholders.We will share slightly spooky stories, make a craft and then have a costume parade through the Library! ...	Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling 9:00am - 1:00pm Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling 9:00am - 1:00pm Oct 29, 2019 Helen Plum Library Small Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Description Need help with Medicare or Medicare Supplements? Get free one-on-one Medicare counseling from a Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Counselor provided by the Illinois ... Miss Jamie's Farm 10:00am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Description Drop-in concert, recommended for families with young children.Miss Jamie’s Farm is energetic and highly interactive. Kids will sing along, dance and learn about farm animals and farm life.... Tuesday Afternoon Movie 4:00pm - 6:00pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Other Description Men in Black: International Drop-in movie for adults 18 years and older. ...	Miss Jamie's Farm 10:00am - 11:00am Helen Plum Library Auditorium Age Group: Youth Description Drop-in concert, recommended for families with young children.Miss Jamie’s Farm is energetic and highly interactive. Kids will sing along, dance and learn about farm animals and farm life.... Special Board Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm Helen Plum Library Auditorium Program Type: Board of Trustees	Happy Halloween! All Day Helen Plum Library Youth Services Age Group: Youth Description Drop-in event for children of all ages.Wear your costume and trick-or-treat at the Youth Services Desk! Allergen-free treats will be available. ...