POPLAR CREEK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

Your link to the community... JANUARY 2021

MAIN LIBRARY OPEN WITH SOCIAL DISTANCING; MASKS REQUIRED DIRECTOR'S NOTE

Happy New Year and hurray, it is 2021! With fresh starts and January Hours new beginnings ahead of us, we will continue to provide eNewsletters MAIN LIBRARY for the next few months. Mon-Thu...... 9 am-7 pm During January, our Fri-Sat...... 9 am-5 pm hours will remain Sun...... 1-5 pm slightly altered and Limited Services; our programming will masks are required. remain virtual. I am extremely proud of the staff here at PCPLD and the skills they have acquired in order SONYA CRAWSHAW BRANCH to bring you quality Curbside Pickup Only programming and services during the past year. We will take these skills with us into 2021 as we find ways to provide programs and Mon-Thu...... 1-7 pm services each month. We will be bringing our monthly concerts back Fri...... 1-5 pm beginning in February. And by summer, we will have a rip-roaring Sat...... 12-5 pm reading challenge! It’s all downhill from here! Sun...... Closed Fax and copy services by DEBRA STOMBRES appointment only. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

CURBSIDE PICKUP

TRY OUR CURBSIDE PICKUP! Don’t want to come into the Library? Try our contactless Curbside Pickup service for library materials, available at both the Main Library and Sonya Crawshaw Branch.

Items may be reserved in two ways - via online or phone. To request by phone call 630.837.6800. For online requests visit our library catalog or MyLibrary! app. Search MyLibrary! in the App Store (iOS) or Play Store (Android).

Items Available: • Audiobooks • *Craft Bags • Books • DVDs & Blu-rays • *Winter Reading • Magazines • Video Games Prizes

*Contact Popular Materials, Teen, & Children’s Departments, or the Branch Library directly for instructions on picking up these items.

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CRAFT BAGS OF THE MONTH EXPLORE FROM HOME Stop by the Children’s Department Watch our exciting educational videos and learn all during the first week of the month to about interesting topics and things you can explore pick up a bag filled with a fun craft that right from your own home. Visit our website for you can complete at home with your more information. family. We can also provide you with craft bags through Curbside Pickup. STORY CONNECT For more information or to request a We miss seeing you! Staff members are waiting to craft bag, call the Children’s Services share their favorite book with you over FaceTime Desk at 630.483.4923. or Duo. For more information or to schedule a time slot, call the Children’s Services Desk at FROM HOME 630.483.4923. BABIES & TODDLERS

Ages 12 months-35 months unless otherwise noted. Zoom classes will require an email address; the link for the Zoom meeting will be sent to you the morning of the class. Supplies will be available through Curbside Pickup.

BABY & TODDLER STORYTIME Wednesdays, January 27-February 24 • 10-10:30 am A R Join Ms. Teresa weekly for stories, songs, and a simple craft.

PRESCHOOLERS

Ages 3-6. Registration is required for all classes and is very limited. SOCK SNOWMAN ZOOM Zoom classes will require an email address; the link for the Zoom Wednesday, January 20 • 6-7 pm A R meeting will be sent to you the morning of the class. Supplies will Make a cuddly snowman friend out of everyday items. be available through Curbside Pickup. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays, January 26-February 23 • 1-1:30 pm A R Thursdays, January 28-February 25 • 10:30-11 am A R Join Ms. Lauren for storytime fun!

IGLOO BUILDING Wednesday, January 27 • 6-7 pm A R Learn about igloos, then build one that’s tasty.

DRIVE-IN WATCH PARTY Wednesday, January 6 • 5:30-7 pm A R Make a car, eat some snacks, and watch a movie with your Library friends on Zoom.

MESSY ART Mondays, January 11 & 25 • 10:30-11 am A R Due to our state's current Tier 3 Get messy with some seasonal messy art projects. Wear old clothes! COVID mitigation plan, ALL LIBRARY PROGRAMS HAVE SCIENCE EXPLORERS ZOOM MOVED TO VIRTUAL (ONLINE) Thursday, January 14 • 1-2 pm A R FORMAT FOR YOUR SAFETY Ms. Lauren will share a story and a cool science experiment just for UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. little kids. Wear old clothes!

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Zoom A Register R Drop-In D FOR KIDS REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL KIDS' CLASSES/EVENTS. TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE, OR CALL 630.837.6800.

BIG KIDS

Grades K-3 unless otherwise noted. Registration is required for all classes and is very limited. Zoom classes will require an email address; the link for the Zoom meeting will be sent to you the morning of the class. Supplies will be available through Curbside Pickup. WACKY WINTER SCIENCE Wednesday, January 20 • 3:30-4 pm A R EDIBLE ART Join Ms. Lisa O. for three different wacky and wild science experiments. Wednesday, January 13 • 3:30-4 pm A R Get creative and have some fun making MINECRAFT MADNESS art you can eat. Wednesday, January 27 • 3:30-4 pm A R Mind-blowing, Minecraft fun with Ms. Lisa O.

TWEEN SCENE

Grades 4-6 unless otherwise noted. Registration is required for all classes and is very limited. Zoom classes will require an email address; the link for the Zoom meeting will be sent to you the morning of the class. Supplies will be available through Curbside Pickup.

PING PONG LAUNCHER CANNON MINI WEAVERS Tuesday, January 12 • 4-5 pm A R Tuesday, January 26 • 4-5 pm A R Meet Ms. Vynette on Zoom to learn how to put Meet up on Zoom to learn how to set up and your cannon together, then see how far you can DIY POKÉMON TERRARIUM weave with your own mini loom. fling your ping pong ball. Tuesday, January 19 • 4-5 pm A R Create a habitat for your Pokémon with the supplies in your bag. It will be a surprise which Pokémon you get!

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Zoom A Register R Drop-In D ESL CLASSES TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE, OR CALL 630.837.6800.

ESL CONVERSATION CLUB Tuesdays, January 12 & 26 • 6-6:45 pm A R Practice your English skills while meeting new friends. This group is for English learners of all levels. When registering online, please provide your email address to receive the Zoom link to join the class. For more information, email Blanca at [email protected].

STUDIO 1405 YOUTUBE CLASSES CAN BE VIEWED HERE. VIDEOS CAN BE ACCESSED ANYTIME AFTER THE DATE/TIME SHOWN BELOW. QUESTIONS? CALL 630.483.4939.

JANUARY HOURS: Mon-Thu: 11 am-7 pm • Fri: 9 am-5 pm • Sat-Sun: Closed studio.pclib.org

SO YOU WANT TO BUY A VR HEADSET? Thursday, January 14 • 3 pm O D Take your gaming experience to the next level! Learn about the different options available when it comes to purchasing a virtual reality headset.

CREATE A MUSIC VIDEO USING GREEN SCREEN Thursday, January 21 • 3 pm O D Go behind the scenes with Studio 1405 and see how to make a music video using ProTools recording software, greenscreen photography, and Adobe Premiere with our studio specialists Racha and Jonathan.

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Zoom A YouTube O Register R Drop-In D FOR TEENS REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR MOST TEEN CLASSES/EVENTS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE, OR CALL 630.837.6800.

EXTREME BOOK NERD TAKE HOME CRAFT CHALLENGE 2021 ANIMAL CROSSING KEYCHAINS Looking for an extreme reading Thursday, January 14 D dare in 2021? Join Extreme Book Love Animal Crossing? Island dwellers can now Nerd, a year-long reading contest create their own recipe bottle on a keychain by for adults and teens. Read 32 picking up a craft kit and instructions in the Teen books in 45 weeks and win a Department starting January 14. Available while great prize! For more information supplies last. check our website or call 630.483.4928. FINGERPRINT FORENSICS TEENS @ THE CREEK PODCAST Wednesday, January 20 • 6-7 pm O D Join Hannah and Tom from the Poplar Creek Public Library as they talk about teen programs, news, and teen books each month. Find the podcast by Explore the field of forensic science by learning how to lift searching “teens at the creek” on Podbean, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. fingerprints from objects! Pick up a STEM kit in the Teen Department, beginning one week before the program; available while supplies last.

BEGINNING ORIGAMI Thursday, January 21 • 6-7 pm A R Join Tom to learn the basic origami folds, as he shows you how to make your own origami crane. Register to get the Zoom link the day before the program.

SEWING – MAKE-UP BRUSH TRAVEL CASE (For Teens & Adults) Friday, January 22 • 2 pm O D

COLORING & CONVERSATION Learn to create a roll up carry case for your make-up brushes in this video Tuesday, January 5 • 5-6 pm A R tutorial. Supplies will NOT be provided; basic sewing skills needed. Need to de-stress? Join Teen Librarian Hannah Supplies required: as we all color together at home over Zoom. • 3 Fat quarters (18”x22") of three different fabrics that coordinate You must register at least one day prior to • 8”x12.5” of batting (or interfacing) the event. The link will be emailed to you the • 1 roll of thread that matches all your fabrics day of the event. If you need coloring pages, • Scissors please see the Teen Desk the next time you • Clips or pins are in the Library or email [email protected] • Sewing gauge or ruler for coloring pages to be sent to you. • Water-soluble marking pencil • Iron • Sewing machine CRAFTY TEENS GROUP – GEMSTONE SOAP Wednesday, January 6 • 6-7 pm O R Add some elegance to your handwashing routine by using your very own gemstone soap! Register to pick up a custom craft kit in the Teen Department and watch on YouTube as Isabell shows you how to create rocks and gems out of soap. Kits will be available one week before the program. ANIME CLUB Thursday, January 28 • 6-8 pm A R ONLINE POETRY HOUR Teens, join your fellow otaku on Zoom to watch anime, discuss upcoming Tuesday, January 12 • 5-6 pm A R anime/manga, and share drawings you have done. Join Tom on Zoom to talk about your favorite poems/poets, or if you would like to share a poem you have written. Register online to get the Zoom link sent to you the day before the program. Due to our state's current Tier 3 TAB MEETINGS COVID mitigation plan, Wednesday, January 13 • 6-7 pm A R ALL LIBRARY PROGRAMS HAVE MOVED TO VIRTUAL (ONLINE) Teens interested in making a difference at the Library are welcome FORMAT FOR YOUR SAFETY to join the Teen Advisory Board! Email Hannah at [email protected] UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. for more information.

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Zoom A YouTube O Register R Drop-In D FOR ADULTS REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR SOME ADULT CLASSES/EVENTS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE, OR CALL 630.837.6800. AGES 18 & UP UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.

YOUR ELUSIVE CREATIVE GENIUS Tuesday, January 12 • 2-3 pm A R Elizabeth Gilbert is an American writer, best known for her 2006 best-selling memoir, Eat, Pray, Love. She muses on the impossible things we expect from artists and geniuses, and shares the radical idea that, instead of the rare person "being" a genius, all of us "have" a genius. It's a funny, personal, and surprisingly moving talk. Registration is required; to Join us to watch a Ted Talk video and then attend via Zoom, please include your email address have a group discussion via Zoom. when registering to receive Zoom instructions.

What are TED Talks? TED Talks are influential videos from BODY LANGUAGE expert speakers on education, business, science, tech, and creativity, with subtitles in 100+ languages. TED is dedicated Tuesday, January 26 • 2-3 pm A R to researching and sharing knowledge that matters with a goal Amy Cuddy delves into how we are influenced to inform and educate global audiences in an accessible way. by our own body language, and how a few strategic power poses can make a world of difference in our self-confidence and stress levels. Registration is required; to attend via Zoom, please include your email address when registering to receive Zoom instructions.

ONLINE TRIVIA NIGHT Monday, January 11 • 7-7:30 pm K D Are you missing Trivia Night at the Tap House Grill events? Join us for monthly Online Trivia Night! MIDWEST GENEALOGY: We'll be using the live online trivia platform, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, WISCONSIN, MICHIGAN CrowdPurr. No accounts or emails needed. Thursday, January 14 • 7-8 pm A R CLICK HERE to play or visit crowd.live/EFAGV. Learn about your family’s midwestern roots in this presentation that looks at genealogy specific to the region. Registration is required; to attend via Zoom, please include your email address when registering to receive Zoom instructions.

WRITING GROUP ONLINE Thursday, January 28 • 6 pm G D ADULT CRAFT ONLINE Join us online for a virtual writing group where we can share documents Tuesday, January 12 • 2 pm U R for feedback and chat about our writing. Use this link to join the group: Your home needs a gnome! Create an discord.gg/J4zZbs6 or CLICK HERE. You will have to create a free account to adorable piece of art on wood with a participate. If seeking feedback, bring a sample that is no more than 10 pages wintery background, or any season that you can upload to the discussion. you want. Complete this craft at home with video instruction on Facebook. Register with a phone number to be contacted about Due to our state's current Tier 3 picking up supplies at the Popular COVID mitigation plan, Materials Desk or via Curbside ALL LIBRARY PROGRAMS HAVE Pickup. Supplies are limited. MOVED TO VIRTUAL (ONLINE) FORMAT FOR YOUR SAFETY UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. 8 pclib.org • 630.837.6800

Zoom A Facebook U Crowdpurr K Discord G Register R Drop-In D TECH TEACHINGS BUSINESS & CAREER REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE, OR CALL 630.837.6800. TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE, OR CALL 630.837.6800.

EXCEL BASICS WHY AM I NOT LANDING THE JOB OFFER? Monday, January 11 • 2 pm A R Thursday, January 7 • 10 am-12 pm A R Learn to navigate basic features of Excel Are you landing the interview and not the offer? Not sure what they mean including cell formatting and simple functions. by ‘good fit’? Many people are unaware of the blunders they are making Email Steven at [email protected] to in the job interview. Come and learn more about what the recruiters register and receive program files. are thinking about in the interview and how to better answer interview questions. Presented by Anna Marie MacDonald/Manager Workforce Connection Center. Register online to receive Zoom instructions.

POWERPOINT BASICS Monday, January 18 • 2 pm A R Learn to navigate basic features of PowerPoint including slide formatting and simple presentations. Email Steven at [email protected] to register and receive program files.

FOR SENIORS REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL SENIOR CLASSES/EVENTS. TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE, OR CALL 630.837.6800.

CHAIR YOGA Wednesday, January 6 • 1-2 pm A R Relax and renew with chair yoga featuring instructor Karen Fotopoulos, from Discover Yoga with Karen. We will be running this class only on Zoom. Upon registering, please enter an email address to get the Zoom meeting link. BINGO PINS & NEEDLES Wednesday, January 20 • 2-3 pm A R Tuesdays, January 12 & 26 • 10 am-12 pm (noon) A R Enjoy Bingo through Zoom! Play by getting digital cards or Join us for some fun - share knitting projects and socialize! arranging to pick up a Bingo card set. We will contact you after This meeting will only be on Zoom. Please enter an email you register with options and instructions. When registering, address upon registration to get the Zoom meeting link. please give an email address to get the Zoom link.

HOMEBOUND DELIVERY SERVICES Can’t get to us? Allow us to bring the Library to you! Homebound delivery services are available to those in our district who are unable to get to the Library due to a short-term or permanent illness, impairment, or disability. Call Erin at 630.483.4774 for more information.

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VITA VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Interested in becoming a VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) volunteer? Self-paced online training begins mid-December. For further information, please call Paulette at 630.483.4940 or email [email protected].

CURBSIDE PICKUP For your convenience, Curbside Pickup is available at our Branch and Main Libraries. To learn how to place a hold, please visit pclib.org or call 630.837.6800. LIBRARY CARD EXPIRATION DATES EXTENDED SIGN UP FOR eNEWSLETTERS Library cards that expire between September 1, 2020 and March 31, 2021 have Stay up to date on current news and programs at the Library! Visit our been renewed until November 1, 2021. If you don’t have a Library Card and website at pclib.org and click on the blue ‘SUBSCRIBE’ button towards do not want to come into the Library, you can register for an eLibrary Card by the bottom of the page to sign up for our monthly eNewsletters. CLICKING HERE.

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Thursday, January 28 • 12 pm (noon) A R Let’s discuss Auntie Poldi and the Sicilian Lions by Mario Giordano. The book will be available through Hoopla (eBook) or you may pick up a copy via our Curbside Pickup service. Register online.

MARLENE DEUEL ART GALLERY INTERESTED IN DISPLAYING YOUR ARTWORK, CRAFTS, OR COLLECTION? PLEASE CONTACT KATHLEEN AT 630.483.4758 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT PCLIB.ORG/EXHIBITS-DISPLAYS FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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Zoom A Register R Drop-In D Poplar Creek Public Library Sonya Crawshaw Branch 1405 S. Park Avenue 4300 Audrey Lane Streamwood, IL 60107 Hanover Park, IL 60133 Phone: 630.837.6800 (option 1) Phone: 630.837.6800 (option 2) pclib.org pclib.org

Mon-Thu...... 9 am-7 pm Curbside Pickup Only Fri-Sat...... 9 am-5 pm Mon-Thu...... 1-7 pm Sun...... 1-5 pm Fri...... 1-5 pm Limited services; Sat...... 12-5 pm masks are required. Sun...... Closed Fax and copy services by appointment only. BOARD OF TRUSTEES President Treasurer Candace McCreary Asad Khan Vice President Trustees Ann Kennedy Bonnie Hulke, LaShaunda Jordan, Secretary Marianne Bailey Looking for an Sherri Harry Executive Director Debra Stombres extreme reading BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING SCHEDULE dare in 2021? AT 7 PM • SEE AGENDA FOR LOCATION Thursday, January 21 Join Extreme Book LIBRARY MISSION STATEMENT The Poplar Creek Public Library District provides materials, information, technology, and cultural opportunities to enrich, empower, educate, and Nerd, a year-long entertain people of all ages and backgrounds. reading contest for LIBRARY VISION STATEMENT The Poplar Creek Public Library District is a vibrant institution that enriches adults and teens. life in the community by providing books and other materials for recreation and self-education, free access to technology, and cultural and informational programs that enable people to come together, share ideas and information, Read 32 books in and pursue lifelong learning.

45 weeks and win a ADA ACCOMMODATIONS ADA accommodations are available with at least 7 days' notice by contacting great prize! For more Kris Kenney at 630.483.4913.

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630.483.4925 (adults) LIBRARY CLOSINGS 630.483.4928 (teens) Friday, January 1 - New Year's Day

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