Archive for June, 2008

Online Book Clubs

June 26, 2008

Join our Online Book Clubs. Every day, Monday through Friday, you will receive in your email a five-minute selection from a chapter of a book. By the end of the week, you’ll have read 2-3 chapters. Every Monday we start a new book. Sign up and start reading. For more information call the Reader’s Advisory Desk at 847-923-3189.

Cooking with Organics: Whole Foods Market Palatine

June 25, 2008

Now is a great time to help the planet by going organic. Whole Foods Market’s Culinary Team will teach and demonstrate several easy, economical organic dishes. Samples and recipes will be provided. For more information or to register call the Information/Magazine Desk at 847-923-3347.
Monday, June 30         7:30-9 P.M.      Rasmussen South

Enjoy a Summer Concert in Town Square

June 23, 2008

Programs are sponsored by the Schaumburg Township District Library, unless otherwise noted. Rain dates for some programs are listed. Check the schedule or for more information, call (847) 985-4000 for library programs or (847) 490-7020 for Schaumburg Park District Programs

Hazardous Waste Collection Day

June 21, 2008

Today is the day to look under your sinks, check your garage and rummage through your basement. Pack up the toxic and hazardous household products you no longer need and drop them off at today’s Hazardous Waste Collection at Palatine High School. Check out our Come to the Green Side blog for all the details.

Meals on a Budget

June 20, 2008

Looking for ways to cut your food costs? Chef Lou Buchenot will demonstrate how to prepare several additional meals from one main entree. Tasting and recipes included. For more information or to register call the Information/Magazine Desk at 847-923-3347.
Monday, June 23 — 7:30-9 P.M. — Rasmussen South

Branch Out to the Movies

June 19, 2008

Visit the Hanover Park Branch for great movies all summer long. Movies are shown on Tuesdays at 6:30 PM, Wednesdays at 4:00 PM, and Saturdays at 2:00 PM. Be sure to call the Hanover Park Branch Library for more information (630) 372-7800.

Career Expo and Job Fair – August 7

June 18, 2008

Sponsored by STDL and Illinois WorkNet, this expo will be held at the Forest View Educational Center in Arlington Heights. For more information call 847-437-9425. Please note that the date of June 27 for this expo in the library’s program guide for June-July is incorrect.
Thursday, August 7 — Noon – 4:00 P.M.

Immigration Seminar

June 18, 2008

Attorney Gerald Cipolla will share his expertise in all immigration matters for individuals, families and businesses. Marriage and family based applications, employment immigration applications, naturalization, asylum and deportation matters will be discussed. To register or for more information call the Information/Magazine Desk at 847-923-3347.
Thursday, June 19       7:30-9 P.M.         Rasmussen South

Join us for a Movie

June 17, 2008

The Hoffman Estates branch, located on Hassell Road, offers movies throughout the summer. In June, movies start at 6:30 PM every Thursday night. For a list of movie offerings, contact the Hoffman Estates branch at 847-923-3456.

Take a Computer Class

June 16, 2008

The library offers a variety of computer classes for users of IBM compatible computers. For a small fee you can learn about Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher. Learn how to create a website, set up a wireless network in your home and much more.   There are classes for adults, seniors and youth. For more information call the Computer Assistance Desk at (847) 923-3352 or Youth Services at (847) 923-3439.