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July 2022
MONTHLY E-NEWSLETTER
News, Events & Featured Programs


News and Featured Programs
 

The Gubernatorial Primary Election is on Tuesday, June 28. If you haven’t voted yet, check out these resources. 

Visit Cook County Clerk Elections website to learn if you are registered to vote, see sample ballots, and find your polling place.  

Elk Grove Village Hall is an Early Voting location. Voter registration is available here if you are not yet registered. Click here for their hours and voter registration information.  

Enter your address at Illinoisvoterguide.org to see your candidates and their qualifications including education history, relevant work experience, endorsements, and more. The site includes judicial recommendations and candidate forums, where available.  

More questions? We’re happy to help. Contact our Librarians at 847-439-0447, ext. 272.  

 
Good Food, Good Books, Good Times

2022 Adult Summer Reading Program

Nothing brings people together like good food and good books! Our summer reading program will be a celebration of both. Register in-person at the Adult Reference Desk starting Sunday, June 12.

Click here for more information.
PLAY, PICNIC & PARTY

Homebound Delivery
 
Are you homebound and unable to come to the Library? Let us bring the Library to you! The library provides free delivery of Library materials to Elk Grove Village residents and registered cardholders who are physically unable to come to the Library due to disability or illness. Please call Chris at 847-725-2160 to request homebound delivery. 
 
July's Last Chance Sale
 
Adult Fiction   Adult Non-Fiction   Adult DVDs
Children's TV Series  Children's Non-Fiction books    Junior Fiction Books
 
Everything is priced at 50 cents or less! Don't miss out on this great deal!!
 
Thank you so much for your ongoing support!

4th of July Closing

 

The Library will be closed on the following day in observance of the 4th of July:

Monday, July 4
 
Have a fun and safe holiday!

Mid-Summer Classic Series

 

The Library will be closed on the following Tuesdays at 5 pm, due to the Mid-Summer Classic Concert Series:

 July 12 & 26
 
Swing by our Library Tent before the Mid-Summer Concerts on the Village Green! We’ll be at the library entrance handing out FREE, Cool EGVPL Merch from 5-8 pm on July 12 & 26.  
 
ADULT PROGRAMS
Fresh from the Library
                                  
Click below for more information: 
Saturdays; July 2, 16, & 30, 8 am-1 pm

Visit our booth at the Farmer's Market. We'll feature a fresh topic and hand-picked resource each week. Kids can make a free craft! Pick up our Market Pass & visit 5 times to earn a special gift.

Tuesday Tech Help

Click below for more information: 
Tuesdays; July 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10 am-12 pm
 
Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Adult Book Discussion

Click below for more information:                                            
Tuesday, July 5,10:30-11:30 pm
The group will discuss Last Summer at the Golden Hotel by Elyssa Friedland
Thursday, July 7, 10:30-11:30 am
The group will discuss Last Summer at the Golden Hotel by Elyssa Friedland
Tuesday, July 19, 7:30-8:30 pm
The group will discuss My Italian Bulldozer by Alexander McCall Smith

Please contact Chris at 847-725-2160 if you'd like to participate and need a book
 
The History of Rod Stewart 

Click below to register: 
Wednesday, July 6, 7-8 pm

Join Gary Wenstrup as he traces the arc of Rod Stewart's career through performance and interview clips.
 
iPhone Apps to Help You Stay Organized
                                          
Click below to register:  

Saturday, July 9, 10-11:30 am

Learn how to use your iPhone to stay organized! BYOI (Bring Your Own iPhone), and follow along as we demonstrate helpful, time-saving apps.

Adult Make and Take Crafts

Click below to register:  
Wednesday, July 13, 1:15-2:45 pm
Wednesday, July 13, 6:30-8 pm

Upcycle your wine corks and turn them into a handy phone stand. Perfect for watching videos or searching the web.
 
Moments to Remember - Backyard BBQ Bash
 
Click below to register:      
Thursday, July 14, 11:30 am-1 pm

Social gathering for women 55 years & older. Limited to 30.
 
Introduction to the AV Recording Studio

Click below to register:                                                               
Thursday, July 14, 6-7:30 pm

Explore our newly opened AV Recording Studio! Register online to reserve your spot.

Monday Matinee Movie: Dog

Click below for more information:  
Monday, July 18, 1-3:00 pm

Enjoy an afternoon movie in the Lee Maternowski Room. Popcorn will be served!
 
Word 101: Microsoft Word 2019 for Beginners

Click below to register:                                    
Monday, July 18, 6-7:30 pm

Learn to navigate Windows 10. Find out how to use the start menu, new options for organizing various windows, adjusting your settings, and more!
 
Adult Art Class

Looking for a fun way to express yourself. Scribble your way into a beautiful piece of abstract art for your wall or as a gift.
 
Take a Meditation Vacation from Stress

Click below to register: 
Wednesday, July 20, 7-8 pm

Join Arlene Samsel's meditation presentation to learn techniques to revive ourselves just like a relaxing vacation.

Word 202: Intermediate Microsoft Word 2019
Click below to register:                                                                                                 
Wednesday, July 27, 6-7:30 pm

Join us for Intermediate Microsoft Word 2019.

Soundstage at EGVPL: Dave's Bazaar
                    
Click below to register: 
Thursday, July 28, 6:30-8 pm

The Soundstage at EGVPL presents solo acoustic musical entertainment, Dave’s Bazaar. Come and relax as Dave plays everything from rock, pop, folk, and country.
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   MAKERSPACE - 6th Grade & Up
 


 


Tap into your full creative potential by learning interesting and useful skills, from 3D printing to cutting vinyl decals, or drop in for Open Shop with your own project.

Please click on the link below for more information
http://www.egvpl.org/services/makerspace.html
Put a Photo on a T-shirt

Click below to register:  
Wednesday, July 6, 6-8 pm


Learn how to print a photo using an inkjet printer and our heat press. You can also cut the photo into a different shape with the Cricut.

Game Development with Unity Engine

Click below to register:                                                                        

Saturday, July 9, 2-4 pm

Learn how games are developed by building your own!


Vinyl Decals with Inkscape & Cricut
Click below to register:                                                                                 
Wednesday, July 13, 6-8 pm

Learn how to make one-color adhesive or iron-on decals that you can put on your laptop, window, or t-shirt, using Inkscape and Cricut.

Screen Printing with Inkscape and Cricut


Click below to register:   
Wednesday, July 20, 6-8 pm

Take your vinyl decal skills to the next level by learning how to turn a vinyl decal into a screen printing template that you can use to make dozens or even hundreds of t-shirts and tote bags.

Laser-cut Earrings with Inkscape
Click below to register:             
Saturday, July 23, 10 am-12 pm
 
Design a pair of earrings using Inkscape that you can cut on our Muse laser engraver.

Electronics and Microcontrollers with CircuitPython

Click below to register:                              

Wednesday, July 27, 6-8 pm

Learn to make lights blink and more by programming the Adafruit Circuit Playground Express microcontrollers and the CircuitPython programming language.
 
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 YOUTH PROGRAMS
Youth Services will offer in-person, virtual, and take home kit programs in June. Some programs require registration. Program formats, days, and times are subject to change. Check our website calendar and Facebook Page for details and updates. 

Summer Reading Program

"Oceans of Possibilities"
 

Take a deep dive into all that Elk Grove Village Public Library has to offer. Discover oceans of possibilities this summer when you participate in our summer reading program. Youth Services will be the place to learn, discover, create, play, and earn prizes. Click here for more information or visit Youth Services for a complete schedule. 

Monterey Bay Cam
Families and children of all ages

                                                                                                        
Click below for more information: 
Tuesday, July 5, All day

Make sure to stop by Youth Services on Tuesdays during our summer reading program and see some live aquarium and ocean views.

Underwater Wonders

                                                                                           
Click below for more information:     
Monday-Thursday, July 25 - July 28, 9:30 am-8 pm
Friday, July 29, 9:30 am-6:30 pm
Saturday, July 30, 9:30 am-6:30 pm

Celebrate the end of our Summer Reading Program by visiting our Underwater Wonders Exhibit. Get a picture at our photo op area and visit all sorts of aquatic life when you take a trip "under the sea".
 
Catch our Book Bike this Summer!
 
Look for our latest updates on our Youth Services Facebook page facebook.com/egvplkids
Early Childhood 

Shark Tales
                                                      

Click below to register:     
Tuesday, July 5, 10-10:45 am
Tuesday, July 5, 1:30-2:15 pm


Join us for a Shark Tales story time that includes theme-related stories, crafts, snacks, and games.

Spanish Storytime/Hora del cuento en español
Bilingual Storytime for ages 0-5 with caregiver           

Click below to register:                                       
Tuesday, July 5, 6:30-7 pm

Join us in our monthly Spanish Storytime where we will read books, sing songs, and make a fun craft! You do not need to speak Spanish to attend.

Beach Blanket Storytime
Recommended for ages 2 - 8 with family

Click below to register:                                       
Wednesdays, July 6, 6:30-7:15 pm
Wednesdays, July 14, 6:30-7:15 pm
Wednesdays, July 20, 6:30-7:15 pm

Join us for a Beach Blanket storytime that includes beach-themed stories, crafts, snacks, and games.


Nature Explorers
Recommended for ages 2-7 with parent/caregiver


Click below to register:                      
Friday, July 8, 10-10:45 am
Friday, July 22, 10-10:45 am

Learn through guided, hands-on stations as we explore the nature around us!


Baby Tales

Recommended for ages 0-24 months with caregiver

Click below to register:                                                                           
Mondays; July 11 & 18, 9:30-10 am

Join Ms. Courtney for a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Finding Nemo Storytime
                                                                                     
Click below to register: 

Tuesday, July 12, 10-10:45 am
Tuesday, July 12, 1:30-2:15 pm

Join us for a Finding Nemo storytime that includes theme-related stories, crafts, snacks, and games.


Polish Storytime 
Bilingual Storytime for ages 0-5 with caregiver

Click below to register:   
Friday, July 15, 10-10:30 am

Join us for a Polish-English storytime that includes stories and rhymes. Register monthly.

Magic Mermaids and Unicorns of the Sea Storytime

                                                                                                                            
Click below to register:   

Tuesday, July 19, 10-10:45 am
Tuesday, July 19, 1:30-2:15 pm

Join us for a Magic Mermaids and Unicorns of the Sea storytime that includes theme-related stories, crafts, snacks, and games.

Elk Grove Library On Demand

Go to our Library's YouTube page for songs, stories, and more. https://www.youtube.com/user/elkgrovelibrary

All Ages


Fun Factory Saturday   
Indoor craft: All ages through 8th Grade

Click below for more information: 
Saturday, July 2
Saturday, July 9
Saturday, July 16

Saturday, July 23
Saturday, July 30


Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Sarah Jayne Lane's Dance Party!

All Ages
                                                                        
Click below for more information: 
Thursday, July 7, 11 am-12 pm

Get up and get moving during this interactive program with kindie rock musician, Sarah Jayne Lane. Tickets required.


Friday Afternoon Movies "Moana"
All ages 

                
Click below to register:
Friday, July 8, 1-4 pm

Bring a beach towel, grab a snack, find a spot and relax with an ocean-themed movie this summer. Coloring and crafts will be available before and after the movie in the Youth Services department.


Tie-Dye
All Ages up to 8th Grade

Click below to register:                                                                   
Monday, July 11, 6:30-7:15 pm
Thursday, July 14, 10-10:45 am
Thursday, July 14, 11-11:45 am
Thursday, July 14, 3-3:45 pm
Thursday, July 14, 4-4:45 pm
Thursday, July 21, 1-1:45 pm 
Thursday, July 21, 4-4:45 pm 

Tie-dye at the library! You will need to bring your own pre-washed, plain white, 100% cotton shirt. Register for one day only.

Bubble Play, Bubble Fun!
Families and children of all ages
                                                                                                                

Click below for more information:  
Friday, July 22, 11 am - 1 pm

Celebrate the summer with bubbles! Youth Services will be outside having fun filling the air with bubbles. Stop by to dance, make bubbles and celebrate summer.

Elementary School

Coral Reef Printmaking
Grades K-4

                                                                                                     
Click below to register:

Wednesday, July 6, 1-2 pm
Wednesday, July 6, 2-3 pm 


Be inspired by beautiful coral reefs. We will use a relief printmaking technique to create vibrant and original works of art. 

Nailed It! Ocean theme cookie challenge

Grades 6-8
Click below to register:                                                                      
Thursday, July 7, 3:30-4:30 pm 

Are you up for the challenge? Join us for a cookie decorating workshop and create your edible take on an ocean-themed delectable delight. 

Splash of Color
Art Program for Grades Entering K - 5
                                                                                                     

Click below to register:   
Monday, July 11, 3-3:45 pm

Create art projects using different materials. 

Messy Summer Science
Age 5 - entering Grade 4 with parent/caregiver

Click below to register:
Tuesday, July 12, 3:30-4 pm
Monday, July 18, 3:30-4 pm

Explore hands-on science in this fun indoor and outdoor program! 

Cartooning with Mark Andersen: Sharks vs. Trucks
Entering Grades K-8 without parent/caregiver 
                                                                                                   
Click below to register:
Wednesday, July 13, 3:30-4:30 pm

Sharks on one side, trucks on the other! What happens next? Honestly, we have no idea. But you know it's going to be super fun!

Monthy Take & Make Craft
Recommended for Grades K - 8

                                                                                                     
Click below for more information:

Thursday, July 14, All Day

Pick up a take-home craft on this day. While supplies last. Drop-in.


Ocean Bingo
Entering Grades K-5 without Parent/Caregiver


Click below to register:                                                                                   
Saturday, July 16, 11 am-12 pm

Join us for a fun ocean-themed bingo event for a chance to win prizes! Participants will also receive a goody bag.


Book Bites
Indoor Book Club for Grades Entering 4 - 5

                                                                                                     
Click below to register:   
Wednesday, July 20, 3-4 pm

Get a taste of appetizing books with this book club. Pizza, snacks, and drinks are provided. Find copies of the book at the Youth Services Desk.

Ocean Yoga
Ages 3-6 and 6-9
                                                                                         
Click below to register:   

Thursday, July 21, 10-10:45 am, Ages 3-6
Thursday, July 21, 11-11:45 am,  Ages 6-9

Join certified YogaKids instructor, Kristine Cardamone, to stretch, strengthen, balance, and focus during this kid's ocean-themed yoga class. 


Middle School/Junior High

The Great Summer Solvers Sleuth Society 
Entering Grade 6-8

Click below to register:                                                                                
Friday, July 1, All Day
Friday, July 8, All Day
Friday, July 15, All Day
Friday, July 22, All Day

Join us this summer to complete riddles, scavenger hunts, and challenges. Each week completed will earn you a ticket to be
entered in our grand prize raffle.

Drop-in Sharpie Art

Entering Grades 6-8   

Click below for more information:
Tuesday, July 5, 9 am-5 pm

Want to do a bit of creative coloring? Stop by the Youth Services Reference Desk, pick up your supplies, and create some Sharpie magic.

Jr. Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

Calling students in grades 6, 7, and 8! Join the year-round Junior Teen Advisory Group (Jr. TAG). Earn service hours and meet new students. Registration required.

Click below for more information:
https://www.egvpl.org/advisory-group

Jr. Teen Advisory Group Meetings
Entering Grades 6-8

Click below for more information:
Wednesday, July 6, 3-4 pm
Wednesday, July 13, 3-4 pm
Wednesday, July 20, 3-4 pm
Wednesday, July 27, 3-4 pm

If you would like to become a member of this group please email twulf@egvpl.org.


Intro to Web Development
Entering Grades 6-8   

                                
Click below to register: 

Thursday, July 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2-3:15 pm

Learn how to create websites and the world of web development. Classes are online, via ZOOM from your home computer. Must attend all four dates. 

Grab and Go Art and Activity Kits
Entering Grades 6-8


Click below for more information:
Thursday, July 14, All day

Pick up a take-home kit to add some creative fun to your day. Available in the Youth Services Department, for Grades 6-8, while supplies last.


Gyotaku Printing
Entering Grades 5-8   
                                                                                                                  

Click below to register: 
Friday, July 15, 3-4 pm
Friday, July 15, 4-5 pm
Monday, July 18, 6:30-7:30 pm 

In this workshop, we will use an old technique to print fish and create beautiful ocean-themed prints.

Goldfish Taste Test
Grades 6-8

                                                                                      
Click below to register: 
Tuesday, July 19, 3:30-4:30 pm

Do you think you know your Goldfish flavors? Have fun participating in a Goldfish cracker blind taste test contest and see how well your taste buds can do.

Check the website calendar for programs beyond July.  http://egvpl.libnet.info/events?r=nextmonth
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