Arlington Heights Memorial
LIBRARY JANUARY 2021
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Stay informed about Service Changes Find the latest updates on library services on our website at ahml.info/StayInformed. Any change in library operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, weather or other unforeseen situations will be posted at ahml.info/StayInformed as they are available. For questions or additional information, contact us by email at questions@ahml.info, chat with us at ahml.info or call 847-392-0100.
Registration REGISTRATION is required for this event. Register online at ahml.info/attend/events or by calling 847-392-0100. REGISTRATION begins January 2 for this event. ZOOM - This program is on Zoom. Registration with a valid email is required. A link to join the program will be emailed with your registration confirmation and again one day prior to the event. YOUTUBE - This program is on YouTube and can be viewed at youtube.com/user/LibVlog/featured. Registration is not required. CC = Closed-captioning is available for some programs.
Accessibility
The library is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accessibility accommodations, call 847-392-0100 or TTY: 847-392-1119, or email us at accessibility@ahml.info.
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CONTENTS
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Fine Free p. 4-5 By Request p. 6–7 Families Early Childhood & Kids Tweens Teens
p. 8 p. 9-10 p. 11 p. 12-13
Julie Kittredge p. 14-15 Adults
p. 16-20
Jobs & Careers
p. 21
Business & Nonprofit
p. 21
Genealogy
p. 22
Senior Center
p. 23
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Self-Serve Office Services p. 24 English as a Second Language
p. 25
Tech Classes
p. 25
Food Glorious Food p.26-27 Book Discussions
p. 28-29
Friends & Foundation
p. 30-31
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Fine Free All library items now fine free
Library to end fines starting January 2, 2021. Get ready to say goodbye to library fines, Arlington Heights. Starting Friday, January 2, the Arlington Heights Memorial Library is officially going fine free. What does this mean for any existing overdue fines you may have? If you had library fines on your account in 2020, they will be waived on January 2. “The focus has shifted to simply getting the materials back on time and continuing to allow access to the library,” said Executive Director Mike Driskell. Customers will still be responsible for returning library items as borrowing privileges will be suspended when an item is 14 days overdue, meaning their library card will no longer be able to check out library items or access online library resources until overdue items are returned. As soon as overdue items are returned, the account will become active once again. If overdue items aren’t returned, customers will receive another reminder overdue notice a week later. Their account will be billed for the item if it is not returned within 35 days of the due date. If it is still not returned within 45 days of the due date, the account will be referred to a material recovery agency.
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“Using data collected during our previous fine forgiveness events, we learned that our community returns their materials on time, and even earlier than they are due, for the shared benefit of their neighbors, and not because fines are an incentive to return materials on time,” said Community and Circulation Services Manager Shannon Meyer.
“Moving to a fine-free model will help us eliminate inequitable access to library services and resources and re-engage customers by reducing financial barriers.” -Mike Driskell, Executive Director
All library items will now be fine free, and items checked out through interlibrary loans will not accrue fines either, although customers will remain responsible for any replacement costs the other library charges. “Moving to a fine-free model will help us eliminate inequitable access to library services and resources and re-engage customers by reducing financial barriers,” Driskell said. “Libraries are finding that fines don’t impact how quickly an item is returned and instead they stop many families from borrowing materials in the first place.” “We don’t think it is necessary to keep someone from being able to use the library because they forgot to return items,” Meyer continued. “We want everyone to love the library.” Stay up-to-date with the ibrary’s latest updates by visiting ahml.info/StayInformed.
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By request your library can help Some of the most convenient and helpful services at the library are just a phone call or email away. Find books that match your specific interests, get learning materials for at-home school or get help with a pesky tech issue. The library is here to help with these types of special requests and more whether our building is open or closed.
Pick up a bundle of books – Do you have
a child who can’t get enough dinosaurs or loves a good mystery? Request books by topic and age/reading level. Our staff will pull together a custom bundle of books for your reader and have them ready for pickup at our drive-up window, walk-up area at the Dunton Avenue entrance or bookmobile stop. Contact us at kids@ahml.info or call 847-392-0100.
Make learning fun –
Enhance your student’s learning by requesting a thematic studies bundle. These collections of materials and learning activities are tied to a theme and provide a hands-on approach to traditional subjects. Does your student love Minecraft? We can even create a collection of resources and activities related to Minecraft that connect to traditional subjects. Contact us at kids@ahml.info or call 847-3920100. Our staff will select resources for your student based on their interests and have it ready for pickup at our drive-up window, walk-up area at the Dunton Avenue entrance or bookmobile stop.
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Chat with staff from Kids’ World and Hub –
Working on a school or reading project at home? Book a time to drop in virtually to chat with a Kids’ World or Hub staff member to get reading recommendations or reference help. Contact us at kids@ahml.info, call 847-392-0100 or submit a request at ahml.info/virtualhelp.
Get a customized list of new books – Start the new year with a
fresh list of books to read! Simply go online and
complete our Book Me form. It takes about 5-10 minutes to complete. Based upon the information you provide, we will send you a specially curated list of books you might like–happy reading in 2021! Book Me is available for all levels of readers –adults, kids and teens. Get started at ahml.info/book-me.
One-on-one virtual tech help – Have
a tech question or need help from home with a digital project? Arlington Heights cardholders can book a virtual one-on-one,
30-minute appointment with our Digital Services team to get technology help over Zoom or by telephone. Get started and schedule a virtual tech appointment at ahml.info/ virtualhelp or call 847-870-5224.
We’re here to help – Our virtual
appointments are a convenient way for Arlington
Heights cardholders to connect with staff and local expertise to get assistance in many areas: resume review, genealogy, jobs and career resources, readers advisory, English as a Second Language and more. Get started at ahml.info/virtualhelp and request your consultation subject from the drop-down menu.
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FAMILIES
Do something fun together.
s d c n a a p L e e e r T h LEARN TO DRAW Birc Learn to Draw: Birch Tree Landscape Saturdays, January 23 and 30 / 11 a.m. – noon / Zoom
There is a crisp chill in the air as the snow gently falls from the sky. The tip of your nose and cheeks are rosy and you can see your breath. While the snow crunches under your boots, you notice a beautiful sky peeking out from behind a group of birch trees. Capture this moment forever by creating your own birch tree landscape in two step-by-step sessions. To pick up supplies at the drive-up window or bookmobile stop, email kids@ahml.info or call 847-392-0100 or use your own supplies from home. Grades 3 and up and their families.
Parents’ Turn: Creating a Vision Board for a Shared Vision of the Future Sunday, January 24, 2–3:30 p.m. / Zoom
Join Sunny Amirpour of PositivelySTRONG.com for a virtual presentation and vision-board creation workshop for parents. Fine-tune your family’s intentions and goals and launch your creative juices in creating a vision board for your whole family. Program content and supplies are for parents; supplemental engagement supplies are provided for kids ages 3 and up. To pick up supplies, email kids@ahml.info or call 847392-0100. See the program Wakelet at wakelet.com/@YouthservicesAHML for additional resources and activities.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD & KIDS Play and learn. Read and grow.
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English Learners Family Time
Toddler Time
Monday, Januar y4 9:30–9:50 a.m.
Thursdays, Januar y 14 and 28 9:30–9:50 a.m.
Baby Time
Jammin’ in My Ja mmies Evening Storytim e
Fridays, January 8 and 22 9:30–9:50 a.m.
Family Time
Thursday, Januar y 21 6:30–7 p.m.
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PJs and be ready for fun! Fo r ages 0-6; siblings welcome.
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Youth Services Wakelets Looking for resources to support remote learning and other fun activities to try at home? Check out our Wakelets specially curated by Youth Services staff at wakelet.com/@YouthservicesAHML.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD & KIDS Play and learn. Read and grow.
Book Buddies Wednesday, January 6, 6–7 p.m. and Wednesday, January 20, 4–5 p.m. / Zoom
Practice your reading and literacy skills by reading a book together with a high school volunteer. Kids in kindergarten through third grade can sign up for a 15-minute slot. While this program is especially great for kids learning English as a new language, all are welcome. Grades K-3. Note: Registration for the January 20 Book Buddies opens on January 2.
Chess Club Sunday, January 17, 2–3 p.m. / Zoom
Develop your child’s intellect through the royal game of chess in this 60-minute online class with an experienced Chess Scholars coach. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome. Best for ages 6 years old through grade 6.
Desserts, Books, and More: Skunk and Badger by Amy Timberlake Thursday, January 28, 6:30–7:15 p.m. Zoom
The last thing Badger wants is a roommate, and certainly not Skunk, but he doesn’t have a choice. Suddenly everything in Badger’s quiet and ordered life is turned upside down. After he drives Skunk away, Badger starts to miss his roommate and sets out to find him and make amends. Discuss the book and complete a craft activity. Pick up a copy of the book, along with all the supplies for the activity starting January 2 by emailing kids@ahml.info or calling 847-392-0100, or you can use your own supplies from home. Get the full list of the supplies you will need to gather at home at ahml.info/attend/events. Grades 2-3 with an adult.
We love birthdays! Let us celebrate with your child by emailing your child’s name, birthday, age, address and favorite book or toy. Youth Services staff will write and mail a birthday greeting with a book recommendation. A handwritten note mailed to your home can spark the joy in reading! Please send info for January and February birthdays only to youthprograms@ahml.info. For grades K-2.
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TWEENS
Create and explore.
Tween DIY at Home
Tween Advisory Group (TAG)
Monday, January 4 / YouTube
Fridays, January 8 and February 5 4:30–5:30 p.m. / Zoom
Learn how to make a DIY activity starting January 4 on demand on YouTube. Supplies can be picked up by emailing kids@ahml.info or calling 847-392-0100, or you can use your own supplies from home.
Help your library and community while making new friends. Join like-minded tweens to work on service projects, plan programs and play games.
Grades 4–6.
Grades 4–6.
Tween Art
Burlap Banner
Tuesday, January 19, 4:30–5:30 p.m. / Zoom
This is your chance to make your own work of art. You will use a colored piece of burlap to hand sew a design with colored yarn. When you are done, you will have your own work of art to hang. Supplies can be picked up by emailing kids@ahml.info or calling 847-392-0100, or you can use your own supplies from home. Grades 4–6.
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TEENS
Meet up online or try something new.
TEST PREP AT HOME College Knowledge: Test Prep at Home Thursday, January 14, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
Get the inside scoop on library resources to help you do your very best on ACT, SAT and AP tests, as well as other college and career resources.
Inklings
Teens Advisory Board (TAB)
Thursday, January 7, 4–6 p.m. / Zoom
Sunday, January 10, 1–2:30 p.m. / Zoom
Meet like–minded teen writers online and explore your writing talents. In January, we’ll collaborate to make a choose-your-ownadventure story.
This high school volunteer group involves community projects, making your voice heard and earning services hours. Fill out an application to join TAB at ahml.info/teens/ volunteer and receive the link to attend. Email Alice Son at ason@ahml.info with questions.
Grades 7–12.
For high school students only.
Winter Cheer Dispatch Now through Sunday, February 28
Feeling the winter blues? Have no fear, cheer is here! Teens in grades 7-12 can fill out a form to receive a special card by snail mail to brighten up your day. Request a punny joke or maybe a drawing of a narwhal and our teen volunteers will do our best to deliver. Visit ahml.info/teens for more info. Grades 7–12.
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Candy Sushi Friday, January 15, 4–5:15 p.m. / Zoom
In this virtual cooking activity, we’ll be making candy sushi. There will be one twist: you have to add something from your own kitchen. Judge each other’s creations on presentation and mouth-waterability, since unfortunately, they haven’t invented a way to taste things virtually yet. Starting January 2, pick up supplies by emailing teens@ahml.info or calling 847-392-0100. Grades 7–12.
BYOBook Club
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Tuesday, January 26, 4–5 p.m. Zoom
Share what you’ve been reading and get recommendations from fellow teens and expert librarians. This meeting’s theme will be childhood favorites. One lucky attendee will win an awesome bookish giveaway. If you’d like help picking out some titles, fill out a BookMe form at ahml.info/book-me and get a list of personalized recommendations. Grades 7–12.
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One series. Six makers. Endless ideas to inspire you all month long
Julie Kittredge “To be a maker is to put a piece of your heart out into the world, either publicly or privately. Making is an avenue of self-expression for most creatives and is usually influenced either by what the maker believes is beautiful, or a desire to fill a gap or need that is unmet.”
–Julie Kittredge
For five years, Julie Kittredge worked closely with the Arlington Heights’ business community as the library’s business services advisor. Applying her expertise in marketing and social media, Kittredge mentored countless entrepreneurs and businesses on how to start and grow their enterprises. Then in 2016, Kittredge heeded her own advice, “Life’s too short not to be doing what your heart is calling you to do,” and left her role at the library to pursue her longtime passion—ceramics art. Today, she works up to six hours a day in her Mount Prospect studio creating beautiful one of a kind pottery and devotes additional hours to the entrepreneurial art of growing a creative-based business.
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“I can throw about 18 pieces at a time before my body and back need a break,” said Kittredge when asked to describe a typical day, “but I might also be trimming and cleaning up pieces that were thrown the day before, loading and unloading the kiln or glazing. Sometimes I’m photographing items for the website, listing items in my online shop, writing my monthly newsletter or connecting with my jk ceramics friends on Instagram.”
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On Monday, January 25, Kittredge will once again share her expertise when she returns as the featured presenter in our Meet the Makers series, 6–6:45 p.m. on Zoom. She gave us a preview of her upcoming program on pursuing an artistic passion and what it means to be a maker.
What is the most gratifying part of being an artist and maker?
Where to you find your inspiration for your designs and colors?
There are two elements I find most gratifying. First, and perhaps the most obvious, is the process of creating. I think most artists would agree that it’s the process that we get lost in. The simple act of creating, and adding, and subtracting inside “the zone” where we get lost in the hands-on evolution of a project. Second, I love the exhilaration of being inspired by something or someone. I love appreciating beauty and incorporating what I love into my projects.
I love nature and a modern/minimalist timeless beauty. I gravitate to colors that reflect the outdoors or nod to simplicity. Perhaps one of the signature elements of my work is that I love to leave the raw clay exposed. I love the raw beauty of the clay itself and I work to make it a feature of every piece I make. Truly, I just make pieces that I would love to live with.
What do you want your pottery to provide or convey to people?
My hope is that anyone who attends my program will leave inspired to follow the nudges of their heart-to not wait for the perfect moment to get the training, take the class, buy the materials. That it doesn’t have to cost a lot to get started. My hope is that people will walk through the fear of failure and get to the other side of creating whether that’s art, learning an instrument, learning a language, building a new skillset, starting a business, anything that calls to the heart and makes you one of a kind. There is no such thing as failure in this business, only learning experiences that inform the next step.
I want my pieces to be left on the counter and used on a regular basis. I don’t want my work to feel precious or fragile. I love the idea that people can delight in using beautiful items every day and spark joy in some of the daily routines of life. A beautiful mug used daily. A pretty cream and sugar set that gets used in a daily coffee ritual. A berry bowl full of beautiful fruit that gets left on the counter or taken in and out of a fridge. I want it to be simple, timeless beauty that can be enjoyed every day in any decor.
What will someone experience who attends your Meet the Maker program in January?
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ADULTS
Experience and discover.
Virtual Bingo! Sunday, January 10, 2–3:30 p.m. and Friday, January 22, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom
Join us for Virtual Bingo for adults. Registered guests will receive an email with instructions for picking up their Bingo packets before the program. Prizes will be mailed to winners after the program.
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Parlons Français! (Let’s Speak French!) Tuesdays, January 12 and 26, 7–8 p.m. Zoom
Interested in learning, improving or maintaining your spoken French? Join our resident native speaker to grow your language abilities. All levels welcome. Parlons français!
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Writer’s Ink Wednesday, January 13, 7–9 p.m. / Zoom
Get your lucky charms ready! Register for only one session - space is limited.
Join instructor Jacob Knabb the second Wednesday of the month for this facilitated meetup and critique. All skill levels and writing styles welcome.
Jim Gibbons Presents Jim Gibbons Presents
Sunday, January 17, 2–3:30 p.m. / Zoom (CC)
Join historian Jim Gibbons for a rollercoaster ride through the 1910s, from World War I to the 1918 Spanish Flu Pandemic. Gibbons will describe all the ups and downs, twists and turns, fear, mourning and joy of the 1910s that will take you into the excitement of the Roaring ’20s. Closedcaptioning available.
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you want to So You Want to Redecorate? Tuesday, January 19 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
redecorate ?
Resolved to improve and love your home? Join us for an evening of inspiration and insider tips with interior designer Melissa Riddle of Honest Living. She’ll take you through everything from reimagining your floor plan and selecting furniture to the easiest ways to transform a room – rugs, textiles and the power of paint. She will share her top five design rules and answer your questions to help you find the best solutions for your spaces.
The Zero-Waste Mindset Thursday, January 14, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
Learn how to reduce your carbon footprint with Monica Chavez. Re-energize your recycling practice as we explore the idea of a zero-waste lifestyle to form habits that are healthy for the Earth and ourselves in the new year.
College Knowledge: Test Prep at Home Thursday, January 14, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
See page 12.
COVID Conversations: Illness Warriors Tuesday, January 19, 10–10:45 a.m./ Zoom
Join our live monthly conversations with community members sharing how they have been impacted by and persevered during the pandemic. This month, Arlington Heights residents Jennifer Nebel and Cindy Harris will share how they have coped with illnesses during the pandemic. These live conversations are recorded to become a permanent record in the library’s COVID-19 Story collection. Learn more about the project and submit your own story at ahml.info/c19stories.
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ADULTS
Experience and discover.
Creative Aging: Art with Alayne
Dann & Raymond’s Movie Club: Canine Stars - The Best Dog Movies Thursday, January 21, 7–9 p.m. / Zoom (cc)
Join your favorite movie club from the comfort of your own home. Dann Gire, Daily Herald movie critic, and Raymond Benson, film historian and novelist, take their show digital! It’s a BYOP (Bring Your Own Popcorn) event, so grab your computer or smartphone, sit in your favorite chair and snack away as these two share film clips, cinema history, trivia and more. Closedcaptioning available.
Parents’ Turn: Creating a Vision Board for a Shared Vision of the Future Sunday, January 24, 2–3:30 p.m. / Zoom
Watch the Art with Alayne Dragon class video and do this month’s project. Then, join Alayne and your fellow art students from AHML in a meet up to share your work inspired by our class, or get advice from Alayne to complete your project and learn tips for upcoming classes. Visit ahml.info/virtual_art to watch this month’s video class and register for a meet up.
Art with Alayne Meet Ups Tuesday, January 19, 2:30–3:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 26, 2:30–3:30 p.m. Friday, January 29, 2:30–3:30 p.m. Zoom
Meet up registrants will be notified by email when their Create Kit with supplies is ready at the drive-up window. All three meet ups cover the same project. Please register for only one. Arlington Heights cardholders only.
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Fine-tune your family’s intentions and goals and launch your creative juices in creating a vision board for your whole family. See page 8 for more information.
Meet the Maker: Julie Kittredge Monday, January 25, 6–6:45 p.m. / Zoom
Join Arlington Heights-based ceramic artist Julie Kittredge live on Zoom to hear what she’s learned in her journey as a maker, how to step out of the fear of failure, get a peek inside her studio and an inside look at getting started in clay. You will leave inspired to step into your own dreams that make you one-of-a-kind. Bring your questions. This program is part of the Meet the Makers series. Visit ahml.info/makers to learn more and meet other Makers. See page 14 for more information.
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Friday, February 5, 7–8 p.m. / YouTube Maybe you've read the books multiple times. Maybe you've seen the movies too many times to count. Now is the moment that adult muggles, witches and wizards have all been training for: Harry Potter trivia. Gather 'round the YouTube and prove your Potter knowledge! This program will take place on YouTube. Form your own team at home, or play solo, and log on with a single device. We will be using the service Crowdpurr for this session. Having access to another device with internet access (phone, iPad) is helpful, but not necessary, to play.
Favorite Things: Looking Forward to 2021
Financial Forecast 2021
Tuesday, January 26, 7–7:45 p.m. / Zoom
Certified Financial Planner John Daly will kick off 2021 with a review of the 2020 economy and market environment, a snapshot of where we are now and a forecast from well-known economists and financial analysts for the next 6-12 months.
Join AHML staff as we share what books, movies and music we’re looking forward to in 2021. Grab your favorite beverage and meet advisors, librarians and collection pros who can help bulk up your to-read, watch and listen lists. Then share your own favorite things from 2020 with us in the discussion that follows.
Wednesday, January 27, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
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ADULTS
Experience and discover.
Winter Cooking Demo with Chef Maddox
Dungeons & Dragons: How to Dungeon Master
Thursday, January 28, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom
Sunday, February 7, 2–3 p.m. / Zoom
Spend an evening with Chef Susan Maddox learning about winter comfort foods ranging from soups to stews and learn some great culinary methods and techniques. Recipes will be provided.
Learn how to be the ultimate Dungeon Master with Emily McCabe. First in a threepart Dungeons & Dragons series. Each session focuses on a different game play manual, using the Player’s Handbook as a guide. Hop in and ask all the questions in this instructional meets Q&A series.
The Long Shadow: Film Screening and Q&A with Director Frances Causey Wednesday, February 24, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
The Long Shadow follows former CNN Senior Producer and Emmy Award-winning director Frances Causey as she traces her family’s legacy of white privilege. Causey places this in the context of the history of anti-black racism in the United States that began with slavery and continues to impact our society today. “Frances Causey’s personal journey in exposing her own family’s history of slaveholding and how the institution of slavery continues to have an impact today is both brave and incredible… a must see, over and over again!” - Yolanda Smith, Executive Director, NAACP Houston. View the film between Friday, February 19 and Friday, February 26 at thelongshadowfilm.com/libraries and register to attend a live Zoom Q&A with the director on Wednesday, February 24. The Long Shadow is also available through Kanopy and can be checked out anytime with an Arlington Heights Memorial Library card. This event is presented in partnership with Racial Awareness in the North Shore (RAIN), Together is Better Alliance (TiBA) and a network of local libraries.
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JOBS & CAREERS Take the next step.
JOB SEARCH
During the Pandemic Wednesday, January 20, 7–8:30 p.m. /Zoom
Job hunting during the COVID-19 pandemic is challenging, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. William Schrack of the Barrington Career Center will outline how to conduct a successful job search with proven techniques that have been proven to work. Learn how to set up your workspace at home, develop a plan, obtain support, maximize virtual networking and more.
Better Resumes for Applying Online Wednesday, January 13, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom (cc)
When submitting your resume online, it may be screened by an Applicant Tracking System (ATS), software that ranks your resume according to keywords. Local expert Denis Curtin will offer recommendations for making your resume ATS-friendly and selecting the best words to describe your background. Closed-captioning will be available for this program.
BUSINESS & NONPROFIT Start something big.
SCORE Business Mentoring Thursdays, January 7 and 28, 9 a.m.–noon and Monday, January 11, 6–8 p.m. / Zoom
Learn from SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer business mentors, a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. One-on-one small business mentoring by business experts who have experience in all aspects of business. Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been in business for over 20 years, set up an appointment to discuss questions and strategy. Register at: northchicago.score.org/arlington-heights-library.
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GENEALOGY Discover your roots.
Genealogy 101
Genealogy Discussion
Monday, January 11, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
Thursday, January 21, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
Family history research is one of today’s biggest hobbies, and 2021 is the perfect time to kickstart your new passion. This introductory class for beginners will go over key terms, first steps and helpful resources. Get ready to be hooked on your new hobby.
Join the conversation! Attend this online monthly meeting to discuss genealogy projects and family history research and share resources. Bring your questions.
Swedish Genealogy Research Help Wednesday, January 13, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Zoom
Virtual appointments through Zoom are available with genealogist Kathy Meade, who can help you discover your Swedish ancestors as you navigate through ArkiDigital and explore additional Swedish research resources. Half-hour appointments at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Request an appointment at ahml.info/virtualhelp.
Genealogy Resources We Love! Tuesday, February 9, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom
Looking for some fun inspiration to help you with your family history research? Our Genealogy and Local History staff and volunteers will discuss their favorite and most useful resources, including books, genealogy TV shows, podcasts, blogs and more. Participants will have the chance to share their favorites with one another.
From Land Records to Google Earth:
Mapping Your Family’s Place Monday, January 25, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
Genealogists and family historians can learn a lot about their ancestors from land records. There are numerous sources that give our ancestor’s legal land description. Jane Haldeman will show us where to look and how to convert section and range into Google Earth to see how that property looks today.
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ONLINE SENIOR CENTER PROGRAMS
There will be no in–person library programs at the Senior Center in December. All programs require registration and will be held online on Zoom.
Book Discussions
Computer Interest Group
Register to join with other readers in lively discussions of our January book selections held on Zoom. You will receive a link to join by email one day prior to class. Call Senior Services at 847-870-3712 to request a copy of the book at the library’s drive-up window.
Wednesday, January 13, 1–2 p.m. / Zoom
Novice and experienced computer users discuss current technology, exchange tips and offer advice for solving problems on PCs, tablets and smartphones.
Modern Classics Discussion
Learn Zoom
Monday, January 11, 10–11 a.m. / Zoom
Fridays, January 8 or 22, 1–2 p.m. / Zoom
Discuss Colum McCann’s novel, Apeirogon.
Library staff will assist you in joining a Zoom practice session, help you troubleshoot any issues you have with sound and video and provide tips and best practices so that you can ZOOM too.
Popular Books Discussion Wednesday, January 13, 10–11 a.m. / Zoom
Discuss Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell.
Host a Zoom Meeting Fridays, January 15 or 29, 1–2 p.m. / Zoom
Film Discussion Circle Tuesday, January 5, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Watch this month’s film at your convenience, then join us online for a discussion of Agatha and the Truth of Murder (2020), 92 minutes, rated PG; a fictional account of the 10 days in 1926 when Agatha Christie disappeared, causing a nationwide search. Borrow from the library’s hoopla collection.
Prerequisite: Learn Zoom or experience using Zoom. Take your knowledge of Zoom to a new level. Learn to schedule, monitor, host and keep your Zoom meeting safe. Participants should have the Zoom Meeting Client on their device and have a free Zoom account.
Register for Senior Phone Programs Join our weekly phone discussions where we listen to and discuss short stories or share reminisces of past events and experiences. No technology other than a phone is required. Contact Senior and Accessible Services at 847-870-3712 to learn more about these programs or to register.
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Walk-up COPY PRINT FAX LAPTOPS
Office services – available at the library Copying, printing, faxing and scanning services are available to customers at a new self-service station located in the north vestibule of the library’s underground parking garage. Everything in the area is self-directed and is available for customers to use for up to 10 minutes while our building is closed to the public. Equipment includes a Simplescan station for faxing and scanning, a color copier, a black and white printer, an express computer station and a shredder. The selfservice area is limited to one party at a time. All other customers should wait outside until the previous customer is done using the station. Face masks are required.
Library staff are available to offer verbal guidance but no hands-on tech support is provided. Call 847-870-5224 for assistance. The self-service station is available from library opening until 15-minutes before library closing. When our building is open, you’ll find these services on the first floor near the Tech Learning Center. Visit our website for the latest news on library closures and services at ahml.info/stayinformed.
MORE TECH SERVICES Laptops – Arlington Heights cardholders can check out a laptop on a first come, first served basis at the new self-service station. Checkout is for one hour each day. Customers can use the laptop in their car or wherever they wish as long as it is returned on time and a half-hour before closing. Laptops are available for checkout at the Tech Learning Center when the building is open.
Remote Printing – Access our wireless printing service. Customers can send print jobs in remotely from ahml.info/print and then pay for and print them at the self-service printer.
Virtual Appointments – Have a tech question or need help from home with a digital project? Arlington Heights cardholders can book a virtual oneon-one, 30-minute appointment with our Digital Services team to get technology help over Zoom or by telephone. Get started and schedule a virtual tech appointment at ahml.info/virtualhelp.
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CLASSES Getting Started with Your New Phone, Tablet or eReader
Selling Online Overview
Monday, January 4, 1:30–4 p.m. Tuesday, January 5, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Saturday, January 9, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Monday, January 11, 1:30–4 p.m. Saturday, January 16, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Monday, January 25, 1–3:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 27, 5–7:30 p.m. Zoom
Want to start selling stuff online but don’t know where to start? You’re in luck! In this class you’ll learn tips when it comes to selling items on sites such as Craigslist, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp and Etsy. No accounts needed; this will be an overview of these services.
Sign up for a 30-minute appointment and learn all about what you can do with your new device: free eBooks, movies, TV shows, music, audiobooks, magazines, apps and more! Call or sign up at ahml.info/virtualhelp.
Free Alternatives to Adobe Creative Cloud
Wednesday, January 13, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom
Monday, January 18, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom
We’ll cover free software options that will allow you to edit photos and videos, design fliers, create animations, record audio and more on your home computer.
Cord Cutting 101: Exploring Cable Alternatives Tuesday, January 26, 6–7:30 p.m. / Zoom
Save hundreds of dollars annually by cutting your cable and phone cord. This program will explore cost-effective alternatives to cable (Netflix, Roku, Sling, Roku, Apple TV, hoopla, etc.) and traditional landline phones (mobile, Google Voice, etc.).
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE Practice and learn.
Inglés para Hispanohablantes Wednesdays, January 6 and 20, 1–2 p.m. / Zoom
Una clase conversacional para Hispanohablantes que buscan mejorar su Inglés.
Tea & Talk
Read to Learn
Wednesday, January 13, 2–3 p.m. / Zoom
District 214’s Read to Learn will resume virtually in 2021. New students must register and sign up for a testing date. Registration will take place in January 2021. Testing dates are January 19, January 20 and January 21.
Join other adult English language learners to talk about a new topic each month. All levels welcome.
For more information call 847-718-7724.
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food glorious food
Library resources to keep things cooking all winter long We’ve all been spending more time at home, and with that comes more opportunities to try something new, including expanding your culinary horizons! The library is here to help you get cooking. It’s quick and easy to learn more about food and discover delicious recipes at ahml.info. Check out all of the cookbooks, cooking programs, food history and more you can access online, on demand anytime, just by using your library card.
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Visit ahml.info/borrow/ebooks to access:
Flipster and RBdigital
– Read all of your favorite magazines online including Bake from Scratch, Bon Appétit, Cook’s Illustrated, Food Network Magazine, Taste of Home and more.
hoopla – Take a look at hoopla’s assortment of cooking eBooks, audiobooks and programs including Dinnertime by Ree Drummond, The James Beard Cookbook by James Beard, Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Eats, Magnolia Table by Joanna Gaines and more.
Kanopy
– Stream thousands of films and documentaries, including more than 300 food-related videos.
Visit ahml.info/onlinelearning to access:
A to Z World Food – Learn recipes and discover overviews of food from around the world.
Creativebug – Award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists, including baking, cake decorating, and canning and preservation classes.
GCFLearnFree.org
– Free tutorials, designed by Goodwill, including interactive food and cooking lessons.
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ONLINE BOOK DISCUSSIONS Join the conversation.
Call 847-392-0100 to reserve a copy. You must register to participate. You will receive a link to participate in the online discussion by email one day prior to the event. All discussions held on Zoom, unless otherwise noted.
MYSTERY BOOK DISCUSSIONS
The Order by Daniel Silva Monday, January 11 7:30–8:30 p.m. / Zoom
Pieces of Her by Karin Slaughter Monday, February 8 7:30-8:30 p.m. / Zoom
BOOKS AND BREWS BOOK DISCUSSION
The Greatest Beer Run Ever by John “Chick” Donohue, J.T. Molloy Wednesday, January 20, 7:30–8:30 p.m. / Zoom
SCIENCE FICTION BOOK DISCUSSION
More Than Human by Theodore Sturgeon Wednesday, January 27, 7:30–9 p.m. / Zoom
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NOVEL EXPERIENCE BOOK DISCUSSIONS
The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo Tuesday, January 12, 7–8:30 p.m. (new time) / Zoom
AUTHOR VISIT
Author Claire Lombardo will join our Zoom discussion to share insights about her bestselling novel, The Most Fun We Ever Had. The first part of the program will feature the author sharing insights about the book and her writing, and she will take audience questions. This will be followed by a book discussion moderated by library staff.
Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid Tuesday, February 9, 7:30-8:30 p.m. / Zoom
READ AND REFLECT BOOK DISCUSSION
Becoming Duchess Goldblatt by Anonymous Monday, February 1, 7–8 p.m. / Zoom
Becoming Duchess Goldblatt, written by an anonymous Twitter personality known to her fans as Duchess Goldblatt (@duchessgoldblat), is an inspiring memoir plumbing the depths of loss: lost marriage, lost job, lost house, lost friends. As we confront challenging losses in our own lives, many spurred on by the pandemic, we can turn to the Duchess for warmth and wit. Join us in reading and reflecting on experiences of grief, depression, survival and community.
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FRIENDS & FOUNDATION Support the library.
The Arlington Heights Memorial Library Foundation is a not-for-profit, 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt organization that provides support to the library by securing and managing donations from individuals, businesses and foundations to support the library above and beyond what public funding provides. Learn more at ahml.info/about/foundation. The AHML Foundation is looking for the community to support one of four different initiatives this fiscal year: Senior and Accessible Services, Services to Youth and Families, Makerspace and Where the need is greatest. This month, Senior and Accessible Services are featured. Your contribution to the Senior and Accessible Services fund will improve the library’s ability to reach some of our best customers who have enjoyed library visits and materials for decades but have become unable to continue those visits. To support this or other library services, visit the Foundation website at ahmlfoundation.org/donate or send a check to: AHML Foundation, c/o Treasurer 500 N. Dunton Ave. Arlington Heights, IL 60004.
SENIOR & ACCESSIBLE SERVICES The library operates a Reading Room at the Arlington Heights Senior Center with popular materials available for checkout and provides unique events, programs and technology classes for older adults. Virtual and phone-in discussions, online art sessions with supply kits available at the library’s drive-up window, and essential tech classes with individualized assistance have helped our most vulnerable and isolated customers maintain and even build connections in today’s environment. Library delivery services (in demand now, more than ever) provides advisory services and deliveries of books, music, movies and more to persons unable to visit the library or bookmobile due to a temporary or permanent condition and supports customers with disabilities in obtaining free services like Talking Books. Each month, materials and programming are supplied to residents and staff in assisted senior living, skilled nursing, and memory care communities throughout the village. The library’s bookmobile also visits Cedar Village, Luther Village and the Moorings of Arlington Heights senior communities. The library routinely evaluates and adds new assistive devices to our collections for residents to borrow and works to enhance library accessibility for all users, most recently through the addition of live closed captioning for popular virtual programs.
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Be a Friend Join the Friends of the Library, and pay for your membership at ahml.info/about/friends The Friends of the Arlington Heights Memorial Library (FOL) is a nonprofit organization that raises funds to provide gifts (programs, materials, equipment and artwork) for the library. The Friends sponsor three yearly used book sales and maintain a book boutique (located on the first floor) offering used books and magazines for sale throughout the year. If you are interested in learning more about the Friends of the Library contact the FOL at friends@ahml.info.
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Meeting schedule: ahml.info/about/information Greg Zyck • President 847-507-2336 • gzyck@ahml.info Carole Medal • Vice President/Secretary 847-506-2683 • cmedal@ahml.info John Supplitt • Treasurer 847-506-2685 • jsupplitt@ahml.info Trustees: Andi Ruhl 847-506-2684 • aruhl@ahml.info Debbie Smart 847-494-3707 • dsmart@ahml.info Christine Tangney 847-506-2686 • ctangney@ahml.info EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Mike Driskell
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING Mary Hastings EDITORIAL SUPERVISOR April Harder WRITERS Pat Aichele William Tolan GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Brian Benson Colleen Mele Stephanie Battista
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