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2020 Summer | verano |

VIRTUAL SUMMER READING PROGRAM: Dig Deeper: Read, Investigate, Discover!Monday, June 1st – Friday, July 31st

SUMMER READING CLOSING CELEBRATIONSaturday, August 1st

NEW RESEARCH DATABASESAvailable July 1st from our website, and also in the SWAN catalog: EBSCO Databases

More information about events are available at blueislandlibrary.org.

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/ / IN AN EFFORT TO MAKE TH INGS SAFER AND MAINTA IN SOCIAL D ISTANCING PROTOCOLS DURING this present health crisis, while still offering the traditional reading challenges, we’ve taken on Beanstack. The Beanstack app, available on the App Store and Google Play, allows readers to earn badges and raffle tickets by logging their books, and participating in activities.

/ / JO IN US ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 1ST FOR OUR SUMMER READING PROGRAM FINALE! MEET AND INTERACT with exotic reptiles and amphibians with Dave DiNaso’s Traveling World of Reptiles, enjoy an outdoor cookout, and have some fun with our county-fair-style activity tables. Festivities start at 12 PM, reptile show from 1-2:15 PM. Please note that this event may be cancelled or rescheduled due to COVID-19.

THIS SUMMER WE’RE GOING VIRTUAL WITH OUR SUMMER READING PROGRAM!

DIGDEEPER

READ. INVESTIGATE.DISCOVER.

THE WORLDWIDE COVID-19 PANDEMIC HAS FORCED OUR BUILDING TO CLOSE TO THE PUBLIC TEMPORARILY, BUT it has not stopped our services. Virtual and Digital Services continue, developed through the creativity, expertise and talents of our incredible staff. We are committed to bringing library services to the community, even when we cannot be with you in person. As the situation continues to evolve, the staff and board of the Blue Island Public Library are doing all that we can to ensure the health and safety of our staff, volunteers, and community while adhering to guidelines from state and local health officials. While we do not yet know when we can open our doors to the public, we are carefully considering how we can again bring Blue Island together under the library roof. Stay tuned to the library website for updates to hours and available services, and sign up for our e-newsletter for announcements regarding additional programming or changes to the events offered here in this newsletter.

We miss you,

PATRONS MAY CHOOSE LOCAL LIBRARY MATERIALS FROM OUR catalog, and call or text for pickup. Patrons will be able to return materials using our book drop.

CONTACT-FREE CURBSIDE PICKUP

AVAILABLE JULY 1ST FROM OUR WEBSITE, AND ALSO IN the SWAN catalog, our new research databases from EBSCO. Titles include (but are not limited to): Academic Search Premier, Auto Repair Source, Business Source Premier, ConsumerReports.org, and Consumer Health Complete.

JULY 1ST: NEW RESEARCH DATABASES

To all of our library patrons,

An n A WA s s e n A A r DIRECTOR BLUE ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY

Beanstack secret code: 42

EVENT CODES / CÓDIGOS DE EVENTOS: ‘A’=adult / adulto, ‘C’=children / niños, ‘G’ all ages / todas las edades, ‘YA’ young adult, teen / adultos jóvenes, adolescentes

Eleanor Roosevelt - A Living History Portrayal by Leslie GoddardJune 16th, 6-7 PM. Zoom Meeting.Award-winning actress and scholar Leslie Goddard portrays one of the most fascinating and influential public figures of the 20th century based on letters, diaries, and writings from Eleanor herself.

Remembering Marshall Field’sJuly 21st, 6-7 PM. Zoom Meeting.Relive the glory days of Marshall Field’s department store with award-winning actress and historian Leslie Goddard as she regales you with fascinating tales from the store’s 154-year history.

Caring Concert Music TherapyJune 24th, July 22nd, 10-11 AM. Zoom Meeting.Enjoy classic music and reminisce with a licensed music therapist. This type of music therapy is beneficial for individuals dealing with memory loss or those looking to keep their memories fresh.

Local Author Book Talk: Michael WalshJuly 7th, 6-7 PM. Zoom Meeting.Michael Walsh discusses his book, ZHIMON, A Solitary Adventure, which recounts his experiences as

a Vietnam vet embarking on a solo trip through the Canadian wilderness to try to realign his life.

Meditation: Finding Joy in Challenging TimesJune 23rd, 6-7 PM. Zoom Meeting.Learn simple and effective meditation techniques to help manage your stress and relieve anxiety with Sara Gerliczki, Certified Professional Coach and long-time meditator.

Tools for Managing Your Finances During the COVID-19 PandemicJune 2nd, 6-7 PM. Zoom Meeting.This workshop will show you how to maximize the benefit you get from COVID-19 government assistance programs, plus best practices for managing your money during uncertain times.

Classics Virtual Book ClubJune 3rd, 6:30-7:30 PM. Zoom Meeting.Time to read (or reread) some classic western literature! Classics Virtual Book Club will meet Wednesday, June 3 at 6:30 pm to discuss Shakespeare’s Macbeth. We will meet again on Wednesday, July 1 to discuss the Francis Gummere translation of Beowulf. Both of these titles are available for simultaneous checkout on the Libby e-book app! Check our calendar or Facebook event for Zoom meeting information.

Scan, Organize, Keep: How to Save and Store Your PhotosJuly 14th, 6-7 PM. Zoom Meeting.Learn how you can preserve and store precious photographs, documents, and memories both physically and digitally.

Lapsit StorytimeJune 1st - July 27th, 10:30-11 AM. Facebook.Lively stories from the library staff.

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Cool Drawing and Snappy PicturesJune 5th - July 31st, 1-1:30 PM. Facebook.Let’s grab our crayons and draw together to create a snappy story.

What’s New at the Library?June 3rd - July 29th, 3-3:30 PM. Facebook.New children’s books in the collection will be reviewed, all ready to be checked out

for your enjoyment. Titles reviewed will be suitable for babies to middle school children.

Story TimeJune 2nd - July 28th, 3-3:30 PM. Facebook.Join Ms. Claudia for Story Time every Tuesday afternoon.

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Chair YogaJune 17th, July 22nd, 12-1 PM. Zoom Meeting.Get the wellness benefits of yoga without leaving the comfort of your chair! Great for those with limited mobility, seniors, and office workers.

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Scheduled Closing:Independence Day Saturday, July 4th

Scratch Art BookmarksJune 1st, 3-4 PM. YouTube.Children can design their own bookmarks for the summer.

Paint by Sticker for kidsJune 8th, 3-4 PM. YouTube.Hey kids! Let’s be creative and paint by stickers! It’s a fun new way of painting without the paint.

Father’s Day CraftJune 18th, 6-6:30 PM. Facebook.We will be making a small gift for dad’s special day!

Craft - Fourth of JulyJune 25th, 6-6:30 PM. Facebook Live.Let’s make a craft together for the 4th of July.

Crafty Craft w/Ms. ClaudiaJuly 23rd, 6-6:30 PM. Facebook.Let’s have fun and get crafty!

Animal Window Art For KidsJune 22nd, 3-4 PM. YouTube.Hey kids let’s decorate beautiful animal art to hang in your window.

Creative Fridge MagnetsJune 15th, 3-4 PM. Facebook.Hey kids let’s create beautiful art with refrigerator magnets.

Making Friendship BraceletsJuly 6th, 3-4 PM. YouTube.Hey kids let’s make beautiful Friendship Bracelets for the summer.

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Python BasicsJune 2nd, 10 AM. Zoom Meeting.This class instructs participants in the fundamentals of the Python programming language.

Getting Started with Adobe Premiere ProJune 2nd, 12-1 PM. YouTube.Learn how to to import, organize, and edit video in Adobe Premiere Pro.

Songwriters Circle: Weekly Meet-upTuesdays,June 2nd till the 17th, 7-9 PM.Get to know other songwriters, discuss a variety of topics related to songwriting, and get hands-on experience crafting, sharing, and critiquing songs. To participate visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83746848533 on Tuesdays at 7 PM. Zoom Meeting.

Raspberry Pi BasicsJune 9th, 11 AM. Zoom Meeting.This program introduces the small credit card sized computer and looks at possible DIY projects.

Getting started with Adobe IllustratorJuly 1st, 12-1 PM. YouTube.Discover the basics of the Illustrator workspace and learn how to open and save your images.

DIY Photograph CoastersJuly 7th, 11 AM. Zoom Meeting.Transform your favorite photographs into beautiful and functional tabletop decor.

Identifying Online ScamsJuly 14th, 11 AM. Zoom Meeting.Learn how to identify phishing and online scams in today’s constantly evolving digital world.

DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, PLEASE REFER TO THE BIPL WEBSITE FOR HOURS OF OPERATION AND NON-SCHEDULED CLOSURES.

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Materials for all crafts will be available for curbside pickup a week in advance.