Library Digest: Lake Villa District Library

Library Hours

Monday to Thursday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.

Abe? Honestly

Adult Summer Reading 2008

This summer, as you bask in the sun and enjoy lazy days, remember to read. And when you read this summer, think Lincoln! Feb. 12, 2009, marks the 200th anniversary of Lincoln's birth. So, what better way to get prepared than to read a Lincoln biography or a historical fiction title set in the time in which he lived? Lincoln "Reading" Logs are available at the Adult Reference Desk. Keep track of what you read and win!

Read two titles and win a prize that you can take anywhere. Read three more titles by Aug. 11 and be eligible for one of 40 grand prizes Borders® Gift Cards.

Show us your LINCOLNS!

Last summer many of you sent us vacation post cards which we used to decorate our United States travel map. This summer we'd like you to SHOW US YOUR LINCOLNS.

If you see any Lincoln inspired or named place - we want to see it. And to make it even more fun, snap a picture of it with one of our Flat-Abes which will be available at the Adult Reference Desk all summer long. Email photos to [ mailto:alincoln@lvdl.org ]alincoln@lvdl.org or snail mail to A. Lincoln c/o Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa, IL 60046.

One Book/One Community 2008

This year's One Book/One Community title is the perfect book to get you in the Lincoln spirit. March by Geraldine Brooks is set during the 1860s and tells the story of Mr. March, the absent father in Louisa May Alcott's "Little Women." Glimpse what life was like for young Mr. March and Marmee in Concord during Lincoln's time. Copies of March were generously donated by the Friends of the Lake Villa District Library.

Battlefield Balladeers

July 20 at 2 p.m., The Battlefield Balladeers, a vocal-instrumental duo, will perform music from America's Civil War with rhythmic intensity and punctuated with comic relief at Lake Villa District Library at 2 p.m. on July 20. The words of Abe Lincoln, Mark Twain, Frederick Douglas, Robert E. Lee, Mary Chestnut and others give credence to each musical selection. All are welcome to attend.

Registration for all adult programs can be done in person at the Adult Reference Desk, over the phone at (847) 356-7711, or online.

For online registration please visit www.lvdl.org; go to Events; click on the month and scroll down to the date; click on the name of the program and fill in the registration information. Each program requires separate registration. You must register in person for programs requiring a fee. Please let us know at least 10 days prior if you require special accommodations to attend library programs.~

Internet for Beginners

Aug.13 at 1 p.m., and Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. Have you always wondered how to use the Internet? Join us for an enjoyable and instructive lesson on basic Internet searching.~ Call (847) 356-7711 to register or register online at [ http://www.lvdl.org/ ]www.lvdl.org.

Lakes Literary League

Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. All writers, published or not, are encouraged to attend. If you have writing to share, please do! Drop off (and pick up) copies of writing at the Adult Reference Desk. Call 847-356-7711 to register or register online at [ http://www.lvdl.org.~ ]www.lvdl.org.~

Lunchtime @ the Library

Bring your lunch and we provide the guest speaker, beverage and dessert.

Marquee Movies – Hail to the Chief

Aug. 20 at 11:30 a.m. Enjoy some of the most memorable political moments in cinematic history in this presidential presentation with Steven Frenzel of Marquee Movies. His program is fun, fascinating and filled with interesting trivia and entertaining anecdotes on some of Hollywood's Presidential Movies. Call (847) 356-7711 to register or register online at www.lvdl.org

Prague: The Crossroads of Europe

Sept. 10 at 11:30 a.m. Prague is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. It is the only Eastern European capital to have escaped the bombs of both WWI and WWII and is therefore one of Europe's best preserved cities. Call (847) 356-7711 to register or register online at [ http://www.lvdl.org ]www.lvdl.org

Lake Villa Township Local Author Night

Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. Join us to celebrate the many local authors who live in Lake Villa Township at 7 p.m. on Aug. 7. Authors in attendance will read a short excerpt from their book and share the story behind the story. Book signing and refreshments will follow.

Knitters' Night Out

Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. Due to over-whelming popularity, Knitters' Night Out is extended! Grab your knitting or crochet project and spend some time at the library. This casual group meets every other Tuesday to share knitting ideas and a few laughs. No registration necessary. Must be 18 or older to attend. Mark your calendars for the following dates: Aug. 26, Sept. 9, and Sept. 23.

No Sew Workshops for Lake Villa Civil War Weekend

Aug.18 at 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. Lake Villa Historical Society volunteers will help you get day dresses and ball gowns ready for the 6th annual Lake Villa Civil War Reenactment at the Lehmann Mansion – Sept. 13-14. Each program will begin with a demonstration followed by personal assistance. Bring your 'sewing' materials and ideas. Please pick up information about the workshop at the Adult Reference Desk. All are welcome to attend.

The Secrets of Selling on eBay® Made Easy

Aug. 23 at 10:30 a.m. Learn the basics of selling on eBay with Vivienne Porter! You'll learn how to establish a seller's account, learn how to photograph your items and what to include on the item descriptions. Many nuances of listing will be discussed as you are guided through the entire process of placing your item up for sale on the famous internet auction site. Call (847) 356-7711 to register or register online at [ http://www.lvdl.org ]www.lvdl.org.~

Hands-On Genealogy

Aug. 28 at 1 p.m. Give our electronic genealogy resources a try! This is your chance to sit in front of a computer and dig up your ancestors on Ancestry, Heritage Quest or the Chicago Tribune Historical Database. Library staff will be on-hand to trouble-shoot. Space is limited. Call (847) 356-7711 to register or register online at www.lvdl.org.~

Big Band Sounds of Bob Duda & The Melodaires

Sept. 14 at 2 p.m. Enjoy big band music and classics made famous by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and others courtesy of Bob Duda and The Melodaires at Lake Villa District Library at 2 p.m. on Sept. 14. Mark your calendars for a great afternoon of outstanding music. All are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served.

University of Illinois Master Gardeners Plant Clinic

Sept.16, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Master Gardeners will be available to answer any and all garden related questions you may have from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 16 at Lake Villa District Library. If you need help identifying a disease, insect or weed, please bring in a sample (in a closed container, please) and they can help make a diagnosis. No registration needed! Just stop by.~

They Came on This Ship with Jeff Bockman

Sept.18 at 1 p.m. Look at passenger lists, immigration records, emigration records, printed indexes and other sources to find the ships that carried your ancestors at Lake Villa District Library at 1 p.m. on Sept. 18. Then learn about the ship's history and maybe even find an image of it. Refreshments will be served.~ Call (847) 356-7711 to register or register online at [www.lvdl.org.~

Doug Cummings and Every Secret Crime

     Sept.18 at 7 p.m. Catch up with Doug Cummings and his second Reno McCarthy novel, "Every Secret Crime" at Lake Villa District Library at 7 p.m. on Sept. 18. A former broadcast reporter who covered crime in Chicago and the suburbs for more than seventeen years, Doug has been hailed by many as the 'read deal of a writer'. Book sale and signing will follow the program. Call (847) 356-7711 to register or register online at www.lvdl.org.~

Chef Carol Mackey & Quick Family Meals for Back to School

 Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. Join Chef Carol Mackey for recipes perfect for busy families at 7 p.m. on Sept. 25. Registration begins Aug. 1 and must be done in person at the Adult Reference Desk. Cost is $3. Space is limited to 40.

Adult Book Discussion

 The Adult Book Discussion meets the second Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. in the library's Wilton Room. Books are available at the Circulation Desk the month before the discussion. Refreshments are served, and new members or visitors are always welcome.

Aug. 9: Sinclair, Upton: 'The Jungle' Jurgis Rudkus, a Lithuanian immigrant lured by appealing advertisements, comes to Chicago to make money in the stockyards, but the reality is different from what he expects.

Sept. 13, 'See, Lisa: Snow Flower and the Secret Fan': a Novel. A story of friendship set in 19th-century China follows an elderly woman and her companion as they communicate their hopes, dreams, joys, and tragedies through a unique secret language.

Youth Services

Readin' in the Wild West

 Youth Summer Reading 2008-Continuing through Aug. 30. So far over 1,620 cowboys and cowgirls have joined our posse!~ There is still plenty of time for you to saddle up.~ Stop by the "jail house" for more information.

Summer Storytimes

Family Drop-In Storytime-No registration required. Wednesday,  at 7 p.m., from July 9 - 30

Early Literacy Programming for Little Listeners

These programs are intended to coach parents/caregivers in supporting the skills identified in language acquisition. The simple use of rhymes, stories and other language-building activities provide the foundation for future reading.~ Little Listeners is designed for one-on-one interaction between child and adult partner; please no other siblings. Registration begins Aug. 1. Children must be the proper age by Sept. 2.

Little Listeners A: 3 to 17 months

 Tuesday, 9:30 a.m., from Sept. 2 – 23; Wednesday at  6:30 p.m., from  Sept. 3 – 24; Thursday at 1:30 p.m., from Sept. 4 - 25

Little Listeners B: 15 to 28 months

 Tuesday at 1:30 p.m., from Sept. 2 – 23; Wednesday at 9:30 a.m., from  Sept. 3 – 24; Thursday at 6:30 p.m., from Sept. 4 - 25

Little Listeners C: 24 to 36 months

 Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., from Sept. 2 – 23; Wednesday~ 1:30 a.m., from Sept. 3 – 24; Thursday at 9:30 a.m., from Sept. 4 - 25

Novel Thoughts:~ a book discussion for 4th to 6th graders

 Read the book, form an opinion and join us in the Conference Room on the third Wednesday of the month for a lively discussion. Registration is ongoing, space is limited.~~

Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. The Search for Delicious" by Natalie Babbitt. Registration begins July 18.

Sept. 17 at 7 p.m. "The Ravenmaster's Secret" by Elvira Woodruff Registration begins Aug. 20.

Oct. 15. "The House With A Clock In It's Walls" by John Bellairs Registration begins Sept. 17.

The Write Stuff

 Join us the third Saturday of each month for a series of hour long creative writing workshops for kids in third through sixth grade. We'll explore all kinds of writing throughout the year, with the goal of creating our own literary magazine.

"If You Found a Dragon in Your Backyard: you'll just have to be there to find out."

 Aug. 16 at 1 p.m. Registration begins July 19.

Once Upon a . . . What?: Write your own "twisted" fairy tale

 Sept. 20 at 1 p.m. Registration begins Aug. 16.

Tell Us What You Think: learn to express your opinion in writing Oct.18 at 1 p.m.  Registration begins Sept. 20.

Announcing Live Homework Help

 You've got homework. We've got help. Lake Villa District Library now offers help from real, live tutors via the Internet!

Beginning Aug. 1, Live Homework Help is available for Kindergarten – 12th grade, college introduction level students, and adult learners everyday 2-9 p.m. This program connects students to a real live tutor. Children and young adults at home or visiting the library simply log on to the Lake Villa District Library website, type in their library card number, enter their grade level and the subject they need help in and within a few minutes or less are connected to an expert tutor. Students can receive help in math, science, social studies or English. If you'd like to learn more about the program, please call the library at (847) 356-7711 or visit the Web site at www.lvdl.org.

Special Performers

     These terrific programs are free of charge and fill very quickly. Tickets are required for all adults and their accompanying children 2 years and older.~ Tickets can be acquired either in person at the Youth Services desk or; in limited numbers, online beginning 10 a.m. the day of registration. For online tickets visit our homepage at [ http://www.lvdl.org ]www.lvdl.org; go to Library Events; click on the month and scroll down to the date; click on the name of the program and fill in the registration information. Tickets reserved online must be picked up from the Youth Services desk within seven business days. Check each program description for ticket information.

'The Lass That Coulna Be Frighted'

 Aug. 1 at 10:30 a.m. Roberts Marionettes' annual performance shares an old Scottish tale.~ When a goblin stands in the way of a good meal our heroine shows bravery that none before have. Registration began July 1.

For more information regarding upcoming performers and ticket availability, please visit our website at [ http://www.lvdl.org/youth ]www.lvdl.org/youth.

Friends of the Lake Villa District Library monthly meetings

 The Friends of LVDL will meet at 5:30 p.m. in Meeting Room A on the following Thursdays: Aug. 21, Sept. 18. All are welcome to attend.

Friends of the Lake Villa District Library Annual Used Book Sale~

 Preview Night for Members-Aug. 14, from 4 to 8 p.m. Open to Public; Aug. 15, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Aug. 16, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and from 2 to 3 p.m. ($1 per bag sale)

The Friends of the Lake Villa District Library will hold their annual used book sale at Lake Villa District Library from Aug. 14, to Aug. 16.

Preview Night for current Friends of the Lake Villa District Library members will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Aug. 14. *Friends of LVDL Memberships can be purchased or renewed at the door beginning at 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 14. Please note that due to space constraints, the Friends do not allow the hoarding or stockpiling of books before purchase at the Preview Night Sale.

The sale will be open to the public Aug. 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, Aug. 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ending with a $1 per bag sale from 2 to 3 p.m. Donations of used books in good condition will be accepted from Aug. 2-9. NO encyclopedias, textbooks, or magazines please. For more information about the Friends or the Annual Used Book Sale, please call (847) 356-8527 ext. 400.

Shop & Share - Jewel-Osco®~

The Friends of the Lake Villa District Library will hold a Shop & Share fund-raising program from Aug. 18-20 at all Jewel-Osco Stores. By shopping at Jewel-Osco on one of those days, five percent of the total purchases, excluding tax, will be donated by Jewel-Osco to the organization. You can get a Shop & Share slip at the Circulation Desk after Aug. 1.