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Press Release January Releases
General Releases
Complete List of Winter/Spring Programs

A Classic Play,
Mary Lincoln Biography and Tale of an Autistic Teen
are the Focus of January Library Book Groups

It’s a chance to again study that high school classic, “The Crucible” as well as the adventures of an autistic teen at the four different monthly book groups sponsored by the Naperville Public Library in January.

Pageturners, an adult book group that primarily reads non-fiction, meets the second Tuesday of each month. In January, they will read “Mary Todd Lincoln: A Biography” by Jean H. Baker. This is a complex account of the former First Lady’s troubled life. The group will discuss “Mary Todd Lincoln: A Biography” on Tuesday, Jan. 13 at 9:30 a.m. in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave. Kathy Carrus is the facilitator.

New Horizons Book Discussion Group, an adult book group, meets the third Thursday of each month. They will read “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night” by Mark Haddon on Thursday, Jan. 15 at 10:30 a.m. in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave. Despite his fear of interacting with people, Christopher, a mathematically-gifted, autistic 15-year-old boy, investigates the murder of a neighbor's dog, uncovers secret information about his mother, and takes a train ride to London. Julie Phend facilitates this group.

Another adult book group, From Cover to Cover, meets the third Thursday of each month. In January they will read “The Crucible” by Arthur Miller. Based on historical people and real events, Miller’s play uses the destructive power of social sanctioned violence unleashed by the rumors of witchcraft as a powerful parable about McCarthyism. The meeting will be on Thursday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m., in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.

“The Inferno” by Dante is the featured reading of the Great Books Reading and Discussion Group. This adult book group follows the Great Books discussion format and meets the third Tuesday of each month. They will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. in the Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd. Jack Hatfield is the facilitator. This group is sponsored in memory of Mary (Daphne) Dragula by her family and friends.

For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Shadow Screen Theatre Returns!

“Shadow Screen” is here again to delight children of all ages. Join us as we turn the lights down low and watch the marvels of stories and songs told with shadows on our large screen. The Shadow Screen performance will be held on Monday, Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. in Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr. The program is for children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration required.

There will be additional Shadow Screen performances in March and April at the Nichols and Naper Boulevard buildings.

For more information about other children’s programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Theatre Central Returns to the Library

Theatre Central (thespians from Naperville Central High School) will again perform for Library users in January. They will perform “Once Upon an Imagination” on Saturday, Jan. 17 at 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave., and Saturday, Jan. 24, at 11:30 a.m. in Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

There will be time for children to ask questions after the performance. This program is for children of all ages and no registration is required.

For more information about other children’s programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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The Naperville Public Library Presents
“Preventing Bridezilla!”

Wedding season is upon us, and Linda Zec, a wedding professional with more than 20 years of experience in the business, will present a humorous program on how to keep your cool during what may be a very stressful time. During her PowerPoint® presentation, “Preventing Bridezilla” Linda will share planning tips to help avoid stress, and secrets that brides should know and use to their financial advantage. The presentation will be held on Thursday, Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. in Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

Zec’s talk will include a little motivational speaking for the brides and their moms, sprinkled with some planning tips, adding a touch of humor and you’ve got a fun, interactive and informational program! Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Informed Investing (for All Ages)
Part of the Smart Investing Life Cycle Series
with Karen Chan

Have you ever wondered what your financial advisor really means when she says an investment is low risk, your portfolio is diversified, she uses asset allocation, or that your mutual fund is a load/no-load/rear-load fund and has 12(b)1 charges? Maybe you’d like, for once, to clearly understand stocks, bonds, mutual funds, munis, dividends, and capital gains.

Join Karen Chan, CFP, an educator in Consumer & Family Economics with the University of Illinois Extension as she presents ”Informed Investing (for All Ages)” on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 7 p.m. in Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr. She makes complicated financial subjects easy to understand. Her programs are based on fact and research, with no hidden agenda to sell products or services. This program is part of a series “Smart Investing Life Cycle with Karen Chan.” Other programs will be held in March 24 and April 22.

The Smart Investing Life Cycle Series is free and open to all. No registration is required. This program is a partnership between the American Library Association and FINRA Investor Education Foundation. This session will help you gain a true understanding of key investment concepts and strategies.

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Time for the Tooth Fairy

Celebrate your teeth and Dental Health Month with the Tooth Fairy’s helpers. Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and games--and maybe something special from our tiny, toothsome, Fairy Friend.

Program dates and times are Tuesday, Feb. 3, 11:30 a.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.; Friday, Feb. 13, 10 a.m. Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.; and Monday, Feb. 16, 1:30 p.m., Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

No registration is required for this program which is sponsored by Delta Dental.

For more information about other children’s programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Join Us for a Beach Party – in January!!

Need a vacation from winter? Want to hear some Jimmy Buffet tunes, or maybe an old Harry Belafonte song? If you answered yes, get ready for a beach vacation! Dave Rudolf, a Grammy-nominated musician, emcees our party with bubble machines, a conga line and some great beach music. Join us for a great time on Wednesday, Jan. 14 at 7 p.m. in Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Get Your Game On!
at the Naperville Public Library

School is stressful and the Library isn’t just for studying. Join the Library in giving our new Wii™ systems a workout! Each month, each building of the Naperville Public Library will offer an open play session for you to come in and play the time away. Enjoy the Library’s assortment of video games for Wii™ - Guitar Hero, Dance Dance Revolution, MarioKart, SuperSmash Bros., Wii™ Sports, and Mario & Sonic. Refreshments will be provided. Please note that a current Library card is required. Naperville Public Library cardholders will be given first preference, in accordance with the Library’s Priority Service Policy.

Dates and times for gaming are Tuesday, Jan. 6 for Guitar Hero at 3 p.m. in the Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.; Friday, Jan. 16 for Wii Sports at 3 p.m. in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.; and Tuesday, Jan. 20 for MarioKart at 3 p.m. in Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

For more information about the gaming sessions call the Adult Services Department. The general Library number is 630-961-4100, specific extensions are: Nichols Library, ext. 6311; Naper Boulevard Library, ext. 2201, and 95th Street Library, ext. 4941.

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The Underground Railroad in Illinois -- Author Glennette Tilley Turner

In recognition of Black History Month, the Naperville Public Library is hosting noted author and historian Glennette Tilley Turner. She will speak about “the Underground Railroad in Illinois” on Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. in the Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.

Illinois played a pivotal role in helping slaves escape to the North. In her presentation, Ms. Turner will discuss the Illinois places where Underground Railroad activity was reported, and show photographs and drawings of some of these sites. She will also read from actual accounts of escapees who risked their lives to reach freedom and accounts of Americans who defied the law and possible imprisonment by helping an enslaved African slave.

Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings.

For more information about other adult programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Play with Your Baby –
Head and Shoulders, Baby, One, Two, Three!

Join us for a fun half hour of stories, songs and fingerplays about baby’s body. We will also make a craft for you and baby to take home. This program is for babies under two-years-old and a caregiver. No registration required.

Dates and locations are: Friday, Jan. 9, 10 a.m., Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.; Monday, Jan. 12, 10 a.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.; and Wednesday, Jan. 14, 10 a.m., Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

For more information about other children’s programs, visit our website, www.naperville-lib.org. If you wish to talk with a person or need accessibility information, call Mary Bannon, Program Coordinator, 630-961-4100, ext. 2231.

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Teens! Get Money Smart at Investing Workshop

Teens, in grades six through twelve, put some of that holiday money to work for you by investing in stocks or mutual funds! Learn how your money can multiply through the magic of compounding. This fun and informative workshop will introduce the best online resources for saving, investing, and managing your money. The workshop will be held on Friday, Jan. 2, at 3 p.m., Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.

Refreshments will be served.

This program is open to the public, but seating is limited to 20 participants. Please call Bobbie Rudnick, 630-961-4100, ext. 6328 to reserve your seat.

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BRRR!! – It’s Winter Stories Theater

Our puppet friends will share three stories for the winter season. These will be stories especially chosen for preschoolers, but everyone is welcome. Come prepared to enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays for the coldest season.

Dates and locations for these programs are Thursday, Jan. 8, 1:30 p.m., Meeting Room A/B, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.; Tuesday, Jan. 20, 10:30 a.m., Program Room, Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.; and Thursday, Jan. 22, 10:30 a.m., Community Room, Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.

Online registration is required to attend this program at Naper Boulevard only. Each attendee, both child and caregiver, must register. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings.

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Naperville Public Library Program Calendar
Jan. 5 through Jan. 29, 2009

ADULT, TEEN & CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

Jan. 5, – Feb. 15, 2009 Winter Reading Program – “Go Bananas for Books” Sign up for Naperville Public Library’s Winter Reading Program beginning January 5, 2009. All participants have a chance to win family packs of tickets to a Chicago Wolves Hockey game and other fun prizes from our sponsors. The Winter Reading Program is for all children through 5th grade with a current Naperville Public Library card. Listeners and all reading levels are WELCOME!

Tuesday, Jan. 6
Get Your Game On!
School is stressful. And the Library isn’t just for studying. Join the Library in giving our new Wii™ systems a workout! Each month, your local Naperville Library will be offering an open play session for you to come in and play the time away. Enjoy the Library’s assortment of video games for Wii™ - Guitar Hero, Dance Dance Revolution, MarioKart, SuperSmash Bros., Wii™ Sports, and Mario & Sonic. Refreshments will be provided. Please note that a current Library card is required. Naperville Public Library cardholders will be given first preference, in accordance with the Library’s Priority Service Policy. Naper Boulevard Library Program Room, 2035 S. Naper Blvd., 3 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan.13
Pageturners
This adult book group meets the second Tuesday of each month. In January, they will read “Mary Todd Lincoln: A Biography” by Jean H. Baker. Nichols Library Community Room, 200 W. Jefferson Ave., 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 14
Dave Rudolf’s Beach Party
Want to have a great time? Want to hear some Jimmy Buffet tunes, or maybe an old Harry Belafonte song? If you answered yes to these questions, it means you are tired of the winter weather and are ready for a beach vacation! Dave Rudolf, a Grammy-nominated musician, emcees our party with bubble machines, a conga line and some great beach music. Come on and have some fun in the sun! Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings. 95th Street Library Meeting Room A/B, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr., 7 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 15
New Horizons Book Discussion Group
This adult book group meets the third Thursday of each month. In January, they will read “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night” by Mark Haddon. Nichols Library Community Room, 200 W. Jefferson Ave., 10:30 a.m.

From Cover To Cover
This adult book group meets the third Thursday of each month. In January, they will read “The Crucible” by Arthur Miller. Nichols Library Community Room, 200 W. Jefferson Ave., 7 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 16
Get Your Game On!
School is stressful. And the Library isn’t just for studying. Join the Library in giving our new Wii™ systems a workout! Each month, your local Naperville Library will be offering an open play session for you to come in and play the time away. Enjoy the Library’s assortment of video games for Wii™ - Guitar Hero, Dance Dance Revolution, MarioKart, SuperSmash Bros., Wii™ Sports, and Mario & Sonic. Refreshments will be provided. Please note that a current Library card is required. Naperville Public Library cardholders will be given first preference, in accordance with the Library’s Priority Service Policy. Nichols Library Community Room, 200 W. Jefferson Ave., 3 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 17
Theater Central Presents
Theater Central (thespians from Naperville Central High School) returns to the Library to perform for you! There will be time after the performance for children to ask questions. For all ages. No registration required. Nichols Library Community Room, 200 W. Jefferson Ave., 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 20
Get Your Game On!
School is stressful. And the Library isn’t just for studying. Join the Library in giving our new Wii™ systems a workout! Each month, your local Naperville Library will be offering an open play session for you to come in and play the time away. Enjoy the Library’s assortment of video games for Wii™ - Guitar Hero, Dance Dance Revolution, MarioKart, SuperSmash Bros., Wii™ Sports, and Mario & Sonic. Refreshments will be provided. Please note that a current Library card is required. Naperville Public Library cardholders will be given first preference, in accordance with the Library’s Priority Service Policy. 95th Street Library Meeting Room A/B, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr., 3 p.m.

Great Books Reading and Discussion Group This adult book group follows the Great Books discussion format. It meets the third Tuesday of each month. In January, they will read “The Inferno” by Dante. Sponsored in memory of Mary (Daphne) Dragula by her family and friends. Naper Boulevard Library Program Room, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 21
Informed Investing (for all Ages) Part of the Smart Investing Life Cycle Series with Karen Chan
Have you ever wondered what your financial advisor really means when she says an investment is low risk, your portfolio is diversified, she uses asset allocation, or that your mutual fund is a load/no-load/rear-load fund and has 12(b)1 charges? Maybe you’d like, for once, to clearly understand stocks, bonds, mutual funds, munis, dividends, and capital gains. Join Karen Chan, CFP, an educator in Consumer & Family Economics with the University of Illinois Extension. She makes complicated financial subjects easy to understand. Her programs are based on fact and research, with no hidden agenda to sell products or services. The Investing Series is open to all and no registration is required. This program is a partnership between the American Library Association and FINRA Investor Education Foundation. This session will help you gain a true understanding of key investment concepts and strategies. 95th Street Library Meeting Room A/B, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr., 7 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 22
Preventing Bridezilla -- Wedding Professional Linda Zec
Wedding season is upon us, and Linda Zec, a wedding professional with more than 20 years of experience in the business, will present a humorous program on how to keep your cool during what may be a very stressful time. During her PowerPoint® presentation Linda will share planning tips to help avoid stress, and secrets that brides should know and use to their financial advantage. Add a little motivational speaking for the brides and their moms, sprinkle in some planning tips, add a touch of humor and you’ve got a fun, interactive and informational program! Online registration is required to attend this program. Register through the Library’s website, www.naperville-lib.org, or at any of the service desks at the three Library buildings. 95th Street Library Meeting Room A/B, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr., 7 p.m.

Great Decisions Discussion Group
Sponsored by the A.A.U.W.
Naper Boulevard Library, Program Room, 2035 S. Naper Blvd., 7:15 p.m.

Saturday, January 24
Theater Central Presents
Theater Central (thespians from Naperville Central High School) returns to the Library to perform for you! There will be time after the performance for children to ask questions. For all ages. No registration required. 95th Street Library Meeting Room A/B, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr., 11:30 a.m.

Thursday, Jan. 29
Great Decisions Discussion Group
Sponsored by the A.A.U.W.
Naper Boulevard Library, Program Room, 2035 S. Naper Blvd., 7:15 p.m.


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