Christkindlesmarkt is taking place outdoors in Town Square on Saturday, November 29 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, November 30 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. This 11th annual European-influenced festival is sponsored by the Village of Schaumburg in cooperation with the library. Enjoy crafts from around the world, food, music, carriage sleigh rides and children’s activities. Visit Santa Claus and St. Nicholas throughout the weekend too!
Archive for November, 2008
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November 29, 2008Library Will Be Closed Thanksgiving Day
November 24, 2008The library will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday November 27. Normal hours will resume on Friday, November 28. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Live Homework Help for Students
November 20, 2008Homework Help Illinois connects students in grades K-12 and adult learners with online tutors for live, one-to-one help in math, science, English, and social studies – 2:00 to 9:00 P.M., 7 days a week. Disponibles en español en Matemáticas, Estudios Sociales, y Ciencia, Domingo a Jueves de 2:00 a 9:00 P.M. Requires a valid STDL library card. Just click on Live Homework Help.
P. K. Kane Art Exhibit
November 17, 2008Local artist P.K. Kane displays beautiful landscapes and other paintings on the 2nd floor gallery walls throughout November.
Decorate a Gingerbread House!
November 13, 2008Join us on Friday, November 28 in the Youth Services Craft Room from 11 a.m.-Noon or 1-2 p.m. Chef Rose Deneen will demonstrate how to decorate an edible gingerbread house. Children will then decorate their own house with icing, sprinkles and candies with the help of a parent. Sign up at the Youth Services Information Desk. For ages 6-14. Fee: $10.
Sarah’s Grove Quilters Circle Exhibit
November 13, 2008Beautiful quilts from the local Sarah’s Grove Quilters Circle are on display throughout November and December on the 1st floor gallery wall. Exhibit will begin the afternoon of Thursday, November 13.
Self Care for Mothers
November 12, 2008Participants will learn how to care for themselves and balance their lives physically, intellectually, emotionally and spiritually. Presented by Annemarie Husser, M.A., L.C.P.C. and Michelle Kalbourne, M.B.A. For more information or to register call the Information/Magazine Desk at 847-923-3347.
Wednesday, Nov. 19 7:30-9 P.M. Rasmussen South
Rare Appearance by Pianist Louis Landon
November 11, 2008Louis Landon’s program is considered Peace Music which is his way of describing neo-classical, new age jazz music. Landon has performed and toured with Mikhail Baryshnikov, John Payne, Rupert Holmes and John Hall. This is a special occasion to hear someone of superb talent. For more information go to Musically Yours.
Thursday, November 13 at 7 p.m. in the Audiovisual Theatre.
Edgar Gabriel’s StringFusion Quintet
November 6, 2008With former Cirque du Soleil electric violinist Edgar Gabriel at the helm, this group fuses elements of rock, classical and world music. For additional information, go to Musically Yours. Please join us for this unforgettable experience on Monday evening, November 10 at 7 p.m. in the Audiovisual Theatre!
Veteran’s Job Fair
November 4, 2008All veterans are invited to attend a job fair at the library, Thursday, November 6 from 11 am – 3 pm. The fair is sponsored by IDES and Illinois WorkNet Center. Companies will be on hand to accept applications and arrange interviews. Starting at 11:15 am, every 45 minutes there will be a short presentation on applying for federal jobs. For more information please call 847-981-7400.
