WAUCONDA AREA LIBRARY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Strategic Gaming Club

When: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 - 4:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Yu Gi Oh, Magic, and chess players -- join fellow strategists at this drop in club. Bring your cards and prepare to be challenged!

Friends of the Library Meeting

When: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: Wireless Lab

The FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY meet at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month. Members and non-members are invited to attend.

Life in the Middle (Middle School Book Club)

When: Thursday, September 09, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: Wireless Lab

Great books, interesting discussion and snacks all add up to a fun time at book club! Pick up a book at the Adult Services Reference Desk.

Friday Morning Mysteries Book Club

When: Friday, September 10, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Where: Lincoln Room

Calling all gumshoes - join us for super-sleuthing and refreshments. Pick up a book at the Adult Service Reference Desk and join the fun!

Wii Gamers Club - Wii Sports Resort

When: Saturday, September 11, 2010 - 2:00 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Who says gamers can’t have fun at the library? “Wii” invite you to come for a time of food, fun, and fanatical gaming! For Grades 3 - 6.

Great Decisions Discussion Group

When: Saturday, September 11, 2010 - 2:00 PM
Where: Wireless Lab

Gary Midkiff returns to lead more roundtable open discussions of different foreign policy issues as described in the discussion
guides, which are available at the Adult Services Reference Desk. No special knowledge is required, just an inquiring mind.

Bounce & Books

When: Monday, September 13, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

For children not yet two years old and a caregiver, Bounce and Books will feature engaging books, songs, fingerplays and physical activities to enrich your child’s development. Older siblings are welcome as long as they are not disruptive.

Non-Fiction Book Club

When: Monday, September 13, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Please join us for insightful book discussions about real life events. The club meets on Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Pick up a copy of the book at the Adult Services Reference Desk.

Board Meeting

When: Monday, September 13, 2010 - 7:30 PM
Where: Wireless Lab

The Wauconda Area Public Library District Board of Trustees meets on the second Monday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the library. All board meetings are open to the general public. Visitors are welcome, but anyone wishing to address the Board should call in advance and ask for Tom Kern, Library Director, at 847-526-6225. Minutes of the meetings are available online at www.wauclib.org/about/board.asp

Storytime for 4 & 5 Year olds

When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 4 or 5 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

Movies for Preschoolers

When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010 - 10:15 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Max & Ruby: A Visit with Grandma

TAG (Teen Action Group)

When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010 - 4:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Make a difference at your library! Bring a friend and share your suggestions on how the library can best serve teens with fun programs, new video games, and exciting book or graphic novel titles. Refreshments served.

Tuesday Night Girls Club

When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Share good books, good company and refreshments. Stop by the Adult Services Reference Desk to pick up a copy of the book.

Storytime for 3 Year olds

When: Wednesday, September 15, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 3 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

Storytime for 4 & 5 Year olds

When: Wednesday, September 15, 2010 - 10:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 4 or 5 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

The iPhone and iPad Revolution

When: Wednesday, September 15, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Tech specialist Jack Waddick demonstrates how the iPhone and iPad are improving people's lives. These are true pocket PCs with thousands of applications spanning a variety of interests. You will be amazed at everything these devices can do. Everyone is welcome -- no technical mumbo jumbo here.

Teen Writing Group

When: Thursday, September 16, 2010 - 4:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Interested in creative writing? Join us and get inspired! This group is a chance to practice your writing skills, learn new techniques, read what other teen writers are working on, and hear helpful comments about your own writing.

Twisted Stitches, Tangled Threads

When: Thursday, September 16, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

If you love to knit or crochet, bring your current project to an evening of creativity and conversation. Beginners welcome.

Nighttime Skies Star Party

When: Thursday, September 16, 2010 - 7:00 PM

The Lake County Astronomical Society brings their high powered telescopes back to the library for an enchanting evening of stargazing.

Toddler Time

When: Friday, September 17, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 2 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

Lunch and a Movie: The Talk of the Town (1942)

When: Friday, September 17, 2010 - 12:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Bring your lunch and we'll provide the movie, drinks, and dessert.

Sketchbook Teen Drawing Club

When: Friday, September 17, 2010 - 4:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Join other teens as an art instructor gives helpful drawing tips, answers specific questions, and offers tutorials on Photoshop. Pencils and paper provided or bring your own.

Drop-in Fun Time

When: Saturday, September 18, 2010 - 10:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Seen enough Saturday morning cartoons? Come to the library and have some fun listening to stories, playing games and making crafts! For Pre-Kindergarten – Grade 3 Caregivers must remain in the Children’s department while their children attend the program.

Make and Take Jewelry Workshop Series: Wire-Wrapped Beaded Necklace

When: Saturday, September 18, 2010 - 1:30 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Learn the skills needed to create your own beautiful pieces with professional jewelry artist Angela Brooks. All supplies are provided, but if you own your own jewelry tools, please bring them along.

Music for a Sunday Afternoon Concert Series

When: Sunday, September 19, 2010 - 2:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Tin Pan Alley Times: Stories of Hustle and Hope: Critically acclaimed musician and composer Michael Miles will entertain with tunes from America's greatest songwriters. The performance will include stories and songs written during the Great Depression -- an era when our country was hustling and hoping and hurting, but America never stopped singing.

Bounce & Books

When: Monday, September 20, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

For children not yet two years old and a caregiver, Bounce and Books will feature engaging books, songs, fingerplays and physical activities to enrich your child’s development. Older siblings are welcome as long as they are not disruptive.

Computer Basics for Windows 7

When: Monday, September 20, 2010 - 6:30 PM
Where: Wireless Lab

ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED IN-PERSON AT THE ADULT SERVICES REFERENCE DESK. A $5.00 payment is required. No refunds will be given for cancellations or no-shows. These hands-on classes will be held in the lower level Wireless Lab across from the elevator. Please register early as classes fill up quickly!

Storytime for 4 & 5 Year olds

When: Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 4 or 5 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

Wauconda Area Writer's Group

When: Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Writing need not be a solitary pursuit. Join us for inspiration, motivation, critique and encouragement.

Storytime for 3 Year olds

When: Wednesday, September 22, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 3 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

Storytime for 4 & 5 Year olds

When: Wednesday, September 22, 2010 - 10:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 4 or 5 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

Wii Just Dance Party

When: Wednesday, September 22, 2010 - 6:30 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Join us for a fun night stepping to the beat of Nintendo Wii’s “Just Dance.” You’ll have a great time competing to your current favorites – or pick a blast from the past! Parents are welcome, too! For Grades 3 - 6

One Step Up (High School Book Club)

When: Thursday, September 23, 2010 - 6:00 PM
Where: Wireless Lab

Join other teen readers for good book, snacks and great discussion. Pick up books at the Adult Services Reference Desk.

Toddler Time

When: Friday, September 24, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 2 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

Savvy Seniors Health Series

When: Friday, September 24, 2010 - 10:30 AM
Where: Lincoln Room

Fall Prevention: Don't Get Tripped up! Learn how to maneuver steps, avoid obstacles and prevent falls.

Game On! @ Your Library: Super Smash Bros. Brawl

When: Friday, September 24, 2010 - 4:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Complete tournament-style in a fight to find the ultimate Brawler! Prizes awarded to the top three winners. Register in advance.

Movies for Kids

When: Saturday, September 25, 2010 - 2:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Tinker Bell & The Great Fairy Rescue (G)

Scales and Tales

When: Sunday, September 26, 2010 - 1:30 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Let the zoo come to you! Animal lovers will enjoy Beth Wagner’s live animal crew. Here’s your chance to see creatures great and small! This is a hands-on, highly educational program NOT intended for preschoolers. TICKETS REQUIRED

Bounce & Books

When: Monday, September 27, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

For children not yet two years old and a caregiver, Bounce and Books will feature engaging books, songs, fingerplays and physical activities to enrich your child’s development. Older siblings are welcome as long as they are not disruptive.

Internet & E-mail Basics

When: Monday, September 27, 2010 - 6:30 PM
Where: Wireless Lab

ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED IN-PERSON AT THE ADULT SERVICES REFERENCE DESK. A $5.00 payment is required. No refunds will be given for cancellations or no-shows. These hands-on classes will be held in the lower level Wireless Lab across from the elevator. Please register early as classes fill up quickly!

Storytime for 4 & 5 Year olds

When: Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 4 or 5 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

Crafty U - Beaded Charm Bracelet

When: Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 4:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Create unique jewelry out of ordinary supplies! Make this colorful bangle using jewelry wire and your choice of beads. Add charms or dangling beads to finish the look. All supplies are provided.

Twisted Stitches, Tangled Threads

When: Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

If you love to knit or crochet, bring your current project to an evening of creativity and conversation. Beginners welcome.

Storytime for 3 Year olds

When: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 3 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

Storytime for 4 & 5 Year olds

When: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 - 10:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 4 or 5 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

The Not-So-Jolly Roger Party

When: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 - 6:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Shiver me timbers! The Time Warp Trio is ready for a pirate adventure! To join the crew, just register for the party and pick up a free copy of The Not-So-Jolly Roger by Jon Scieszka. Read the book and chart a course for the library – we’ll have loads of swashbuckling fun! For Grades 2 - 3

Novel Thoughts Book Club

When: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Good company and great books! Stop by the Adult Services Reference Desk to pick up the book of the month.

Novel Thoughts Book Club

When: Thursday, September 30, 2010 - 10:30 AM
Where: Lincoln Room

Good company and great books! Stop by the Adult Services Reference Desk to pick up the book of the month.

The Picasso of Pumpkin Carving

When: Thursday, September 30, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Take you pumpkin carving skills to a whole new level this Halloween with tricks and tips from the master, Scott Norman. In addition to learning about the history of the jack-o-lantern and how to carve the perfect pumpkin, Scott will amaze you with his very own carving techniques. Surefire fun for all ages!

Toddler Time

When: Friday, October 01, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 2 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

Unplugged: Teen Guitar Class

When: Friday, October 01, 2010 - 4:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Learn the basics of guitar playing with a trained guitarist from Dr. Woods Guitar Emporium. Acoustic guitars provided or bring your own.

Just for Guys

When: Saturday, October 02, 2010 - 1:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Ever have a crazy idea? That’s how a lot of inventions get started. Join us as we explore the world of inventors and their bright (or not so bright) ideas, then roll up your sleeves as we build some crazy contraptions of our own! For guys in Grades 3 – 6

Bounce & Books

When: Monday, October 04, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

For children not yet two years old and a caregiver, Bounce and Books will feature engaging books, songs, fingerplays and physical activities to enrich your child’s development. Older siblings are welcome as long as they are not disruptive.

Non-Fiction Book Club

When: Monday, October 04, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Room

Please join us for insightful book discussions about real life events. The club meets on Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Pick up a copy of the book at the Adult Services Reference Desk.

Storytime for 4 & 5 Year olds

When: Tuesday, October 05, 2010 - 9:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

An early literature experience, featuring great picture books, musical activities, storytelling, fingerplays and puppetry!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CHILDREN MUST BE 4 or 5 YEARS OLD BY THE FIRST WEEK OF THE PROGRAM.

TAG (Teen Action Group)

When: Tuesday, October 05, 2010 - 4:00 PM
Where: Wireless Lab

Make a difference at your library! Bring a friend and share your suggestions on how the library can best serve teens with fun programs, new video games, and exciting book or graphic novel titles. Refreshments served.