The Book Report LA GRANGE September/October/November 2019 PUBLIC LIBRARY September Is Library Card Sign-Up All Ages Exhibits Month! Are you a new La Grange resident or do Lyn Tietz Presents Pictures of Nature you have an expired card? During the On display through Friday, September 20 month of September, sign up for a Lower Level Gallery La Grange Public Library card or Oak Brook artist, Lyn Tietz, enjoys painting renew an expired card and you’ll get a flowers, birds, children, animals and chance to spin our prize wheel. New landscapes using oil, watercolor and pastels. card holders will also be entered in a “I love all the wonders of nature and am inspired by the many scenes special drawing for more great prizes. throughout the four seasons.” D Visit our front desk to get started! Illinois Archaeological Awareness Month Display Free With Your Card: Streaming Month of September, Stairwell Display Cases See stone, animal bone, shell and pottery artifacts found Services in Cook County that date to the prehistoric period, plus Are you cutting the cable cord or informative timelines and reading materials. Courtesy of searching for more top-notch films the Illinois State Archaeological Survey. D and TV? We offer terrific sources for streaming content! AcornTV has the best in British television, Qello offers music concerts, Hoopla streams movies & TV shows and Kanopy Carole Cech Presents Life in Color and Water boasts the best in classic and documentary films. A $500 per year value Thursday, September 26-Thursday, November 7 free with your card! Visit lagrangelibrary.org/elibrary for more info. Opening Reception: Wednesday, October 2, 6:30-8:00pm Lower Level Gallery Carole’s lifelong dedication to the love of family and Library Delivery For Homebound Adults friends, as well as her passion for the natural world, The La Grange Public Library works with will be evident in the art work on display. Enjoy Interfaith Community Partners to provide seemingly simple images that capture the beauty of everyday life, materials to older adults who cannot get to the whether a world away, or just outside the window. D Library. Every two weeks, volunteers will deliver books and other library materials to your door. After two weeks, a volunteer will pick them up and drop off a new Local History Displays by La Grange Area batch. To sign up, contact Leslie Hartoonian at 708-215-3206 or Historical Society [email protected]. Months of October and November Stairwell Display Cases Thank you to our summer reading program donors! Learn (and see!) how La Grange has developed and changed since its D Anderson’s Bookshop La Grange Theater founding in 1879. Applebees Lillet’ Candies Aracely’s Bakery Mak’s House Sandra Ragan presents Rock ‘n’ Roll Baker’s Square McDonald’s Route 66 and Colorful Wanderings Blackberry Market Morton Arboretum Wednesday, November 13-Tuesday, January 7 Brookfield Zoo Nothing Bundt Cakes Opening Reception: Thursday, November 14 Chicago Fire Red Mango 6:30-8:00pm Santiago’s Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn Lower Level Gallery DuPage Children’s Museum Sky Zone Influenced by a trip down the famous roadway, Sandra’s collection of Fannie May Starbucks photographs from Route 66 will take you on a visual journey of Fireside Trader Joe’s American history. Also an ardent Beatles fan, she has won 15 awards for Forest Lanes Bowling Alley Waterlemon art work submitted to The Fest for Beatles Fans, and an oil portrait of Flying High Gym We’re Nuts Ringo Starr was featured in a traveling exhibit on display throughout Galloping Ghost Italy. Enjoy a collection of the Fab Four-inspired art in this exhibit. D
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Register in-person at any service desk, by calling 708-215-3220 or La Grange Writers Group online at lagrangelibrary.org/events. Wednesday, September 11 & 25, October 9 & 23 & November 13, 6:30-8:30pm Ongoing Programs Feeling creative? Join the La Grange Writers Group! Get feedback on your work and give feedback to Scrabble Club other local authors. D Tuesday, September 3 & 17, October 1 & 15, November 5 & 19, 6:30-8:30pm Whether you play for fun or for the challenge, come Medicare Seminar enjoy some classic wordplay! All skill levels are Saturday, September 14 & November 9 welcome. We’ll provide Scrabble boards, dictionaries 10:00-11:30am and refreshments. D Learn about Medicare changes and how to select the best Medicare Supplement plan and Part D Drug plan. Especially important for those age 65 and older and those French Conversation Class approaching 65. Presented by Bill Scanlon and Courtenay Erb of Access Wednesday, September 4 & 18, October 2 & 16 and Benefit Plan Consultants.R November 6 & 20, 2:00-4:00pm Join Silva Melkonian, former manager at Lions Clubs International and speaker of several languages, in this Caregiver Grief Support Group fun and interactive French conversation class. In Thursday, September 19, October 17 & addition to teaching French language skills, Silva will November 21, 1:30-3:00pm delve into the culture, history, geography and culinary Participants will share issues and concerns, and receive emotional world of France. She will also share her traveling support from others experiencing similar challenges. Groups are experience throughout Europe, Asia, Canada and Australia. facilitated by a Caregiver Specialist from Aging Care Connections. Registered participants will be contacted by phone prior to the This is an ongoing class where students are expected to attend each program. R bi-weekly session, either at the beginning or intermediate level. New students are encouraged to join. The first hour of the class is devoted to Special Programs beginning level instruction, and the second hour of the class is devoted to intermediate level instruction. R Learning the Night Sky Wednesday, September 4, 7:00-8:30pm Lactation Station: Breastfeeding Clinic Join David Fuller, host of YouTube’s Eyes on Thursday, September 5, October 3 & November 7 the Sky and member of the Chicago 1:30-2:45pm Astronomical Society, for a fun-filled and This is a welcoming group where you can meet other informative presentation about constellations, breastfeeding moms, ask questions and get hands-on galaxies, nebulae and more. Perfect for anyone age 14 and up interested assistance and support. The clinic is led by Vanessa Prinz, in learning how to see more in the night sky. Weather permitting a large Board Certified Lactation Consultant. A hospital grade scale is telescope will be available for viewing the night sky after the talk.R available to check weight gain after feeding to determine milk transfer. All nursing moms and babies welcome! R Unity Rally Film Screening: BlacKkKlansman Friday, September 6, 5:30-8:45pm Knack for Knitting or Knot Join us for a screening and discussion of Spike Lee’s Every Monday, 7:00-8:30pm Oscar-nominated BlacKkKlansman, the true story Bring your needlework projects! Enjoy of Ron Stallworth, the first African-American conversation, and learn and share tips with detective in the Colorado Springs Police Department. other crafters. D Set in the 1970s, the plot follows Stallworth as he plans to infiltrate the local Ku Klux Klan chapter. Refreshments will be served at 5:30pm and the screening will begin Daytime Knitting Club shortly thereafter. A discussion will follow the screening. Presented in Wednesday, September 11 & 24, October 8 & 22 & November 13 & 27 partnership with the CommUNITY Diversity Group of La Grange. D 2:00-3:30pm Calling all knitters! Bring your project and enjoy the company of fellow crafters. All skill levels are welcome.D R=register D=drop in program
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Home Sellers Workshop Securing Social Security Monday, September 9, 7:00-8:30pm Wednesday, September 25, 7:00-8:00pm Planning to put your house on the market This presentation will help to educate you on the many decisions soon? Acorn Design Group Landscape involved in claiming Social Security benefits, as well as their Architects, The Home Inspection Team, consequences, and suggest strategies that can offer an opportunity to Jody Wise Real Estate and McMahon + maximize the benefits received. Presented by Centaurus Financial.R Dunne Interior Design will cover market trends, curb appeal, essential maintenance and repair, staging and The 50th Anniversary of The Beatles’ Abbey Road marketing. You’ll also get insider tips to maximize the value of your Friday, October 4, 7:00-8:00pm home. Registration is encouraged but drops ins are welcome, space After the turmoil ofThe White Album permitting. R and Let It Be, The Beatles put their differences aside to record one of their My DNA Kit Is Back: What To Do Now? most popular albums that still sounds Tuesday, September 10, 7:00-8:00pm fresh and vital 50 years after its release. How do you use your DNA results to rev-up your family history Each member shone brightly from research? Genealogist Suz Bates returns to walk you through the Lennon’s funky Come Together, to Harrison’s sublime Something, to resources and tools available on Ancestry and Family Tree DNA. R McCartney’s galloping side 2 medley–a virtual rock ‘n’ roll symphony. Using audiovisual content, we’ll review the stories behind the album’s Time Matters: A Women’s Retirement best-known songs and celebrate The Beatles final gift to music lovers all R Outlook over the world. Monday, September 16, 7:00-8:00pm This presentation is specifically tailored for Mary’s Craft Corner: Halloween women who are preparing for, or have Thursday, October 10, 7:00-8:30pm recently retired. Learn about retirement Create a vintage Halloween craft and enjoy some sweet income strategies, including perspectives around Social Security and treats. R making your savings last. Also, discover how to prepare for the unexpected, including market risks and the impact of rising costs. The History of Chocolate Presented by Edward Jones. R Monday, October 14, 7:00-8:30pm Lilett’ Candies in La Grange treats us to the fascinating history of People, Places and Prehistory: The America’s favorite flavor! Join us in learning what makes chocolate so easy to love by tracing its history from past to present. Then, judge for Environments of Prehistoric Cook yourself with a sampling activity and goody bag to take home. Space is County limited. R Tuesday, September 17, 7:00-8:30pm Did you know the archaeological record Film Noir: Hollywood’s Darkest Timeline of human life in the Chicago area spans 12,000 years? Over that time Monday, October 28, 7:00-8:30pm period, the landscape has changed considerably, from glacial tundra, to October beckons audiences to horror movies, woodland, to prairie. As part of Illinois Archaeology Awareness Month, so it’s also the perfect month to consider learn how archaeologists reconstruct the past environment and how Hollywood’s darkest era: film noir. Translated as they study site location to understand the complex interaction of “black cinema,” film noir consists of gritty plots, seedy characters and humans and their surroundings though time. Presented by Clare shadowy lighting. Join film scholar Dr. Kelli Marshall for an R Tolmie, Illinois State Archaeological Survey Senior Archaeologist. exploration of this mysterious and complicated American brand of
movies. R Pairing & Tasting with Olivaceto Saturday, September 21, 2:00-3:30pm Duffy Hudson as Harry Houdini! A splash of olive oil or vinegar is a great way to liven Monday, November 4, 7:00-8:30pm up a meal! You’ll learn about new foods to pair with Join us for a unique experience as master impressionist, flavored oils and vinegars and even get try some of the Duffy Hudson, brings the iconic magician, Harry tasty combinations. This is a thank you event for Friends Houdini, to life! R of the Library members. There is a suggested donation of $10 for non-members. R
www.lagrangelibrary.org Learn. Explore. Connect. Adult Programs Shedd Aquarium: Saving the Great Lakes E-Library: Digital Collections Ecosystem Thursday, October 10, 2:30-3:30pm Thursday, November 7, 7:00-8:00pm Interested in accessing the Library’s digital The Shedd returns with their mascot Esther the collection? Learn how to utilize OverDrive, Hoopla Blanding’s turtle to talk about new ecological and Flipster to check out e-books, e-audiobooks developments in our area. The forest preserves in and more. This class will demonstrate how to install and around our local communities are home to an array of plants and the necessary apps, set up your account and download materials to your animals that need our help. Come learn about how the Shedd device. A registered library card within the SWAN system is required to Aquarium is lending our wild neighbors a hand and how you can help check out materials. (Limit of 10). R the science and conservation happening right in our backyard. R Hearing Assistive Technology Origami Art for Adults Tuesday, October 22, 7:00-8:00pm Wednesday, November 13, 7:00-8:00pm October is National Audiology Awareness Learn to make paper cranes, teeny-tiny holiday boxes and Month, and Hearing Assistive Technology more. No experience required! (Space is limited. Adults includes a variety of listening devices that can improve your hearing. A representative from the Network of Consumer only.) R Hearing Assistive Technology Trainers will have some devices available Technology Courses for review. R E-Library: Streaming Services Ancestry Library Edition 101 Thursday, October 24, 2:30-3:30pm Thursday, September 12, 2:30-3:30pm Learn how to use the Library’s streaming services to watch movies, Join us for an exploration of what makes television and music concerts. This class will walk you through how to Ancestry one of the leading free online genealogical resources available. access Kanopy, AcornTV and Qello Concerts with your Library card so This class will give an overview of Ancestry’s library edition and you can start enjoying lots of free content. A La Grange Public Library demonstrate example searches to find relevant records. Ancestry is card is required to access these services. (Limit of 10.) R suitable for all levels. (Limit of 10.) R Microsoft Excel 101 Microsoft Word 101 Tuesday, October 29, 6:30-7:30pm Tuesday, September 24, 6:30-7:30pm Discover the tools and formulas needed to create a basic spreadsheet Learn to create, format, save and print a document. The class will cover and chart. Learn about entering and formatting data, cell alignment, templates, margins, font selection and more. Computer knowledge fonts, mathematical calculations, functions and more. Computer necessary but no prior Microsoft Word experience needed. Computers knowledge necessary, but no prior Microsoft Excel experience needed. provided. LGPL cardholders only. (Limit of 10.) R Computers provided. LGPL cardholders only. (Limit of 10.) R
FamilySearch 101 Thursday, September 26, 2:30-3:30pm Join us for an exploration of what makes FamilySearch one of the Adult & Teen Programs leading free online genealogical resources available. This class will give a brief overview of the company, familiarize users with the basic features Register in-person, online at lagrangelibrary.org/events or by calling of FamilySearch and demonstrate example searches to find relevant 708-215-3220 (Adult) or 708-215-3228 (Teen). records. FamilySearch is suitable for all levels. (Limit of 10.) R Happy Little Painting Party Cut the Cable Cord Monday, October 7, 7:00-8:00pm Tuesday, October 8, 7:00-8:30pm Get creative and enjoy soothing wisdom as we Amazon Prime Video, Hulu and Netflix are paint along with an episode of The Joy of Painting. just a few of the options available to those Materials will be provided. Bring an apron or wear interested in cutting the cable cord. Find clothes you don’t mind getting paint on. (Limit of 20.) R out all the best services, as well as streaming devices like Roku and Apple TV. Michael Gershbein of Very Smart R=register D=drop in program People will cover them all. R
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Open Mic & Monster Meet-Up Registration begins on Tuesday, September 3 at 9:00am. Register Monday, October 21, 6:30-8:30pm in-person, online at lagrangelibrary.org/events or by calling Enjoy a special spooky open mic in which stories, 708-215-3210 (Children’s) or 708-215-3228 (Teen). songs, poems, raps, comedy and beyond are welcome. Frighteningly good refreshments will be provided. Nailed It! Halloween Challenge Costumes encouraged. For adults and teens (ages 15 and up). R Tuesday, October 29, 7:00-8:30pm Grades 5-8 Cardboard Loom Weaving Inspired by the Netflix show,Nailed It!, which Monday, November 11, 7:00-8:30pm features amateur bakers trying to make intricate Learn how to make a simple cardboard loom and weave a small piece of cakes and treats, participants will compete to create TM art. Materials will be provided. R Halloween-inspired marshmallow pops and Rice Krispie Treats . R Teen Programs Children’s Programs
Teen programs are open to grades 7-12. Register in-person, online at Register in-person at the Children’s Services desk, online at lagrangelibrary.org/events or by calling 708-215-3228. lagrangelibrary.org/events or by calling 708-215-3210. Registration for September, October and November children’s programs begins on Teen Writers’ Studio Tuesday, September 3 at 9:00am. (Registration for Back to School Thursday, September 5 & 19, October 3, 17, & 31 Storytimes begins on Tuesday, September 3 at 9:00am and registration & November 14, 4:30-5:30pm for Fall Storytimes begins on Monday, October 28 at 9:00am.) Love to write, but need feedback? Share your talent and opinions with peers in this program. Our programs are open to children of all abilities. If your child requires Enjoy writing prompts and games too! D accommodations to participate in one of our programs, please call Children’s Services at 708-215-3212 or email Patti Eaton, Children’s Improv Comedy Fun Services Assistant Manager, at [email protected]. Thursday, September 5, 6:30-7:30pm Join us for improv and stand-up comedy with Felicia Pfluger of LATTE (La Grange Area Baby, Toddler & Preschool Programs Teen Theater Ensemble), where learning is laughing and doing. The only rule is to be open and say “yes” to having Storytimes fun! R Storytime introduces children to early literacy skills through a half hour Gaming with Nintendo SwitchTM of stories, activities and songs. The toddler storytimes planned for ages Saturday, September 14, October 12 & November 9 2 and 3 have shorter stories and more movement. If your child is ready 3:00-4:30pm for longer stories, then they are ready to move on to our preschool Grab your friends and join us for a competitive session of gaming. Take storytimes for 3-5 year-olds. Parents and caregivers can choose which your pick of Mario KartTM, Super Smash Brothers UltimateTM and storytime is appropriate for their 3-year-old. Registration is required. ArmsTM. D Back to School Storytimes Virtual Reality September 16-October 24 Monday, October 7, 6:30-8:00pm Experience virtual reality with games like Job R TM TM Toddler Storytime (ages 2-3) Simulator , Epic Roller Coasters and Star Wars: Monday, 10:00-10:30am TM R Trials on Tatooine . (Limit of 6.) Tuesday, 10:00-10:30am Practice SAT Wednesday,10:00-10:30am Thursday, 10:00-10:30am Saturday, October 12, 10:00-2:30 Are you ready for the SAT? A representative from C2 Education will proctor an SAT practice test. Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5) R Please bring pencils, a calculator and a snack. Tuesday, 10:30-11:00am Parents are invited to ask questions once proctoring is complete. R Wednesday, 10:30-11:00am www.lagrangelibrary.org Learn. Explore. Connect. Children’s Programs
Fall Storytimes (No storytimes the week of Thanksgiving.) Pop-Up Playgroup November 11-December 19 Friday, September 20, October 4 & November 1 & 15 10:00am-12:00pm Toddler Storytime (ages 2-3) R Ages 0-5 Monday, 10:00-10:30am Every other Friday, we open up our community Tuesday, 10:00-10:30am room for babies, toddlers and preschoolers to play Wednesday, 10:00-10:30am together, and for parents and caregivers to socialize. We’ll have Thursday, 10:00-10:30am activities, a craft, snacks, and even coffee for the adults. Drop by for a bit or stay for the whole time. D
Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5) R Tuesday, 10:30-11:00am Tiny Toes Music Wednesday, 10:30-11:00am Saturday, September 21 & November 2, 10:00-10:45am Ages birth-5 with a caregiver. Older siblings are allowed. Tiny Toes Music classes provide a musical and social Baby Time opportunity for children and adults. Each class is 45 September 16-October 24 & November 11-December 19 minutes of singing, dancing and rhythmic chants. These For children ages 3 to 23 months and their caregivers activities support children’s musical, language, social, emotional and Monday, 9:30-10:00am physical development. R Tuesday, 9:30-10:00am Thursday, 9:30-10:00am Littlest Monster Mash This interactive program includes books, action rhymes, songs and Friday, October 25, 11:00am-12:00pm bubbles. This program is drop-in, but space is limited to the first 15 Ages 0-5 children and their caregivers. D Bring your littlest ghouls to the Library for Halloween-themed songs, games and a craft. 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Wear a costume if you’d like and enjoy a (not too) spooky good time! D 1000 Books Before Kindergarten is an exciting program that encourages parent and child Sesame Street Celebration interaction and promotes reading through sharing Saturday, November 9, 10:00am-12:00pm books together. With the help of their parents, children who register for this program are on track Ages 0-5 but older siblings are welcome to read 1000 books before their first day of kindergarten. Infants, “Come and play. Everything’s A-OK!” toddlers and preschoolers are eligible to participate by registering at the Join us to celebrate Sesame Street’s 50th Children Service’s desk. Participants will receive rewards along their anniversary with crafts, music, games and snacks. D reading journey. R Kindergarten-Grade 6 Programs Family Storytime & Craft Saturday, September 14 & October 12, 10:00-10:45am Library Scavenger Hunt Ages 0-5 but older siblings are welcome Month of September, Ages 3-12 The entire family is invited to join us for stories, songs and a fun craft!D Does your child have their own library card yet? September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Pajama Storytime Have your child show their card to staff at the Tuesday, September 17, October 22 & November 19 Children’s Services department desk and receive a 6:30-7:15pm scavenger hunt sheet. Find the nine places listed, then Ages 0-5 but older siblings are welcome bring it back to the desk for a prize! D Snuggle up to some great stories, songs and crafts, all while wearing your PJs! If you’d like, bring a blanket to sit on and LEGO® Club something to cuddle. D Thursdays, September 19, October 10 & November 7, 3:45-4:45pm Preschool-Grade 6 R=register D=drop in program LEGO enthusiasts are invited to meet and work individually or as a group. All supplies will be provided and your project will be on display
The Book Report September/October/November 2019 Children’s Programs until the next LEGO Club. You only need to bring your imagination Cartoon Monsters and creativity! D Thursday, October 17, 3:45-4:45pm Grades 3-6 Read to the Dogs A total creative bonanza! Students will draw tons Mondays, September 16, October 21 & of crazy, unbelievable monsters. Weird blobby November 18, 7:00-8:00pm monsters! Scary pointy monsters! Funny Dogs are great listeners no matter what hat-wearing monsters! And at the end, kids get to your reading level! Readers are invited to see their monsters come alive on the big screen. stop by the Library to read to a specially Presented by Mark Anderson. *This program is brought to you by the trained dog for 15 minutes. Advanced generous donations to the Tyler Duelm Memorial Fund. R registration is not required, but you will need to stop by the Children’s Services desk to reserve a time slot beginning at 6:45pm on the evening *Tyler Duelm Memorial Fund of the program. Reading time is a one-on-one experience as it provides An avid library lover, Tyler lost his battle to brain cancer an opportunity for each child to read aloud without being critiqued. D at age three in 2007. However, his memory and spirit live on through the Tyler Duelm Memorial Fund and the Tyler STEAM Time Duelm Activity Room. The Duelm family and the Grades K-6 La Grange Public Library actively raise funds to support fun STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, and unique programs for the children of La Grange. To learn more or art and math. Each time we meet, children will create, donate, visit lagrangelibrary.org/tylers-time. problem solve, contemplate, invent and innovate. Registration is required for each session. All Ages Programs Robot Hand Pumpkin Painting Thursday, September 26, 3:45-4:45pm Saturday, October 26, 10:00am-12:00pm Combine art and engineering when you build a robotic hand. R Join us on the day of the La Grange Halloween Walk to get in the spooky spirit by painting a Candy Science pumpkin to take home. Pumpkins will be Monday, October 21, 3:45-4:45pm available on a first-come, first-served basis.D Do you like candy? How about science? Let’s mix the two and see what happens! R Trick or Treat at the Library Saturday, October 26, 10:00-11:30am Flying Turkeys (During the La Grange Halloween Walk) November 14, 3:45-4:45pm Trick or treat for a free kids book during the From the turkey nest challenge to the aerodynamics of a flying turkey, La Grange Halloween Walk, compliments of the November is all about turkeys! R Friends of the Library. Just visit our front desk in the lobby. D Junior Writers Monday, September 30, October 28 & November Summer Reading Program Survey 25, 6:00-7:00pm Did your child participate in our summer reading Grades 4-6 program, either by attending programs or completing Are you a devoted reader who dreams of the reading program? If so, we want to hear from you. creating your own stories? Then come partner Your response will help us make improvements to our with one of our teen writers to complete fun activities and exercises that program next year. To complete the survey, enter will help develop your skills. R bit.ly/2XQwDXR in your browser, or scan the QR code with an app on your mobile device.
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Exective Director Library Hours Charity Gallardo Mon-Fri: 9:00am-9:00pm Saturday: 9:00am-5:00pm ECRWSS Board of Trustees Sunday: 1:00-5:00pm* Joyce Hagen-McIntosh, President *Beginning the weekend POSTAL CUSTOMER Angie Larson, Vice President after Labor Day. LA GRANGE Tom Krueger, Treasurer Closed Katie Allan, Secretary • Labor Day: Monday, Elizabeth Crewe, Tr uste e September 2 Shannon Rischow, Tr uste e • Thanksgiving:Thursday, Becky Spratford, Tr uste e November 28 Board Meetings • Tuesday, September 17, 7:30pm • Tuesday, October 15, 7:30pm • Tuesday, November 19, 7:30pm Learn. Explore. Connect. Book Discussions
Beyond Borders Noir in a Bar: Dinner, Drinks & Discussion And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie, D Midnight Robber by Nalo Hopkinson, R Tuesday, September 10, 10:30am-12:30pm Tuesday, September 24, 7:00-8:30pm (Optional dinner at 6:30pm) Code Girls by Liza Mundy, D Held at Santiago’s (24 Calendar Avenue, La Grange) Tuesday, October 8, 10:30am-12:30pm My Sister, The Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite, R The Shack by William Young, D Tuesday, November 26, 7:00-8:30pm (Optional dinner at 6:30pm) Tuesday, November 11, 10:30am-12:30pm Held at Aurelio’s Pizza (11 Calendar Ave, La Grange)
Today’s Novel Great Books Discussion A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum, D Under the Net by Iris Murdoch, D Wednesday, September 18, 7:00-8:30pm Thursday, September 19, 7:00-8:30pm
The Dreamers by Karen Thompson Walker, D Good Country People by Flannery O’Connor & Wednesday, October 16, 7:00-8:30pm Three Hermits by Leo Tolstoy, D Thursday, October 24, 7:00-8:00pm Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller, D Wednesday, November 20, 7:00-8:30pm Roman Fever by Edith Wharton & Smokers by Tobias Wolff, D Thursday, November 21, 7:00-8:00pm
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