Bright Start for College

Representatives from the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office will explain Bright Start, a smart, tax-advantaged way to help pay for a college education. To register, call the Information/Magazine desk at 847-923-3347.
Tuesday, October 6       7:30-9 P.M.      Rasmussen South

Charles Darwin

Meet Charles Darwin as he narrates a slide presentation revealing his childhood, the professors who nurtured his innate curiosity and the voyage that changed his life. R.J. Lindsey of Living History Programs presents this program. To Register call the Information/Magazine Desk at 847-923-3347.
Monday, October 5        7:30-9 P.M.        Rasmussen South

Piano Concert: Joe Bongiorno and Louis Landon

Traveling from New York and Seattle, Landon and Bongiorno will perform works from their solo piano CDs and a possible improvisation at the end. Music is neo-classical new age jazz. The grand piano is furnished by Piano Trends of Crystal Lake. For more information go to Musically Yours.
Sunday, October 4 – 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Audiovisual Theatre

Dann & Raymond’s Movie Club – **UNCENSORED**

There are no fees to join Dann & Raymond’s Movie Club - just come and enjoy as Daily Herald film critic Dann Gire and award-winning author Raymond Benson continue their lively film genre discussions.  Tonight:  On the BANNED Wagon – Hollywood’s Forbidden Films
Thursday, October 1 – 7:30-9:30 in the AV Theatre

Don’t Confuse Tax Preparation with Tax Planning

Most families think about taxes only when they, or a professional tax preparer, sit down to complete their federal, and maybe state, income tax return for the previous year. Tax planning is a year-round  process that requires good record keeping to receive valuable tax deductions.  To register call the Information/Magazine Desk at 847-923-3347.
Monday, Oct. 5       7:30 P.M.– 9 P.M.           Adult Classroom

Free Resume Webinar

In this free webinar (an online presentation) from tutor.com, resume expert and author Barbara Safani, owner of Career Solvers, will teach attendees how to write an effective resume that gets attention and interviews. No registration required.
Wednesday, Sept. 30        Noon-1 P.M.          Rasmussen North

“Live United” Community Food Drive

Food pantry shelves in the northwest suburbs are bare and food donations have not been able to keep up with the constant demand.  As part of “Live United” Week, you CAN make a difference - donate your unopened and unexpired non-perishable food items at the Library through Friday, September 25.

Book/Film Series

 Ever read a book and then see the movie? Now is your opportunity to share the book and the movie with others. October’s book is “The Clock” with the movie version entitled “No Way Out”. 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 7 pm. $25 fee gives you all the books plus you see the movie

Personality Plus Job

Increase your chances of a successful job search by understanding your own personality preferences. Career Advisor Diane Weaver will share the Meyers-Briggs Type Preference which may give you the “shot in the arm” you need to turn your job into a positive experience. (Note: the date in the STDL Program Guide is incorrect.) To register call the Information/Magazine Desk at 847-923-3347.
Wednesday, Sept. 30       7:30-9 P.M.        Rasumussen South

Mary Pickersgill & the Star Spangled Banner

Author and storyteller Lynn Rymarz steps back in time to tell the life story of Baltimore flag maker Mary Pickersgill. Hear the story of how she sewed the flag which flew over Fort McHenry during the Battle of Baltimore. This flag inspired Francis Scott Key to write the poem which has become our National Anthem. To register call the Information/Magazine Desk at 847-923-3347.
Tuesday, Sept. 29           7:30-9 P.M.          Rasmussen South