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Dear Subscriber: It may seem like Indian Summer one day and late Fall the next, but here's something you can count on: great collections, programs and services at the library. In this issue of E-News, you'll find features on a new service, new books, a new grant project, a unique souvenir from the old library, and a popular "new" hobby that's thousands of years old. By the way, if you enjoy our newsletter, please scroll down to the bottom, click on Forward email and send it to a friend, along with a personal message. Leslie Steiner, Editor, Head of Public Information Services
Got a question or topic you’d like to research, but don’t
know where to start? If you are high school age or above,
you can make an appointment for an hour of one-on-one help
from an “InfoPro” at the library.
During your one-hour session, a library staff member will suggest useful library materials and databases based on your research requirements. You will learn how to conduct successful searches on your chosen topic and use the catalog and printed materials more effectively. You will also receive a customized list of books, databases, Web sites and other resources that are geared to your needs. An individual or small group may also make an appointment with an InfoPro for a personalized tour highlighting library resources and services. For more information or to request an appointment, please phone Reference Librarian Heidi Krueger at 847-376- 2810 or email hkrueger@dppl.org.
When the nights get longer, it's especially inviting to curl
up with a good book. These new books are bound to be
popular. Visit our
Web site, click on Catalog, and reserve your copy now.
November:
December:
by Roberta Johnson, Readers' Services Manager
You'll soon have the opportunity to participate in a public
forum on an important local issue. A special series of
forums will be held throughout Des Plaines in Spring 2006.
The topic will be determined and announced in advance. These
forums are part of a $37,000 grant-funded project called
“Building Community through Creative Conversations.”
Through the grant, volunteers from the library and its partner organizations are being trained in how to frame a local topic, develop a program guide and lead a productive public discussion. Training is being conducted by the College of DuPage Public Policy Institute using a model from the National Issues Forum. Project partners include the library, Bethesda Worship Center, Des Plaines Healthy Community Partnership, Des Plaines History Center, Des Plaines Park District, Genesis Center for Health and Empowerment, and Maine East and Maine West High Schools. Watch for more information in library and community newsletters, newspapers, flyers and posters throughout the city. Funding for this grant was awarded by the Illinois State Library (ISL), a Division of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), under the federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
Did you know that knitting is trendy? That’s what magazines
like Chicago, Real Simple, The New Yorker
and U.S. News and World Report have been
reporting.
Knitting has many attractions. It’s creative, artistic, meditative and relaxing. It is very easily learned, but not as easily mastered, so you can always be challenged. Knitting requires little equipment and is portable. The itchy wool of the past is no more. The newest fibers range from novelty yarns to the softest merino, silk, baby alpaca and cashmere. And, there’s a bit of magic in starting with two sticks and some string and ending with a gorgeous hat or mittens or a baby blanket to enfold someone you love. Great new knitting books are being published all of the time. Debbie Stoller’s Stitch ‘N Bitch has been partly credited with enticing young urbanites to give knitting a try. Other helpful books include:
All of these books and more are available at the library. Online, check out knitters’ blogs to see what other people are making, wearing and talking about. One of the most popular is author Stephanie Pearl-McPhee’s blog. Whether you’re a new knitter, you’re returning to the craft, or you’re an expert, there’s always something new to learn. Happy stitching! by Reference Librarian Heidi Krueger
It's not too early to think about unique holiday gifts.
Beginning December 1, souvenir bricks from the old library at 841 Graceland Avenue, will be on sale at the main library, 1501 Ellinwood Street. Mounted on each brick is a small plate engraved with the dates 1957-2000 and an image of the clock tower from the old building. The cost is $15 for the first brick and $10 for each additional brick purchased at the same time. Payment is with cash or by check at the time of purchase. For more information, please phone 847-376-2803.
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