Welcome to the Woodridge Public Library's monthly e-newsletter.
For details on upcoming events see the online calendar or the summer edition of Library Leaves.
Questions or comments? Editor Patti Naisbitt can be reached by replying to this e-mail.

Library Announcements
Teen Photo Contest entries due July 1 - awards announced July 22 
Library will be closed July 4 - outside book drops will be open
     Library will remain open July 2 and 3 and reopen July 5
Special Art Exhibit in memory of Mary Vandeleur Schweitzer through July 6

Library News & Notes

Visit the Adult & Teen Reference Desk for advice on the best search strategy to use when looking for your materials  in the library catalog, which has been recently updated and features improved search tools.

There are two self-checkout stations in the library .  You can  check out all library materials including books, CDs, DVDs or items you've ordered from other libraries at these stations .  Look for a self-check at the entrance to the Children's 
Library on the second floor, and in the lobby near the hold items  ready for pickup. 
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Known for her great book suggestions, Circulation Clerk Joy Batkiewicz has retired after eight years at the Woodridge Library.  We wish Joy all the best.

Children's News
Help us create a memory album for Miss Sheri, as she prepares to retire this August from her position as the Head of the Children's Library. Well-wishers are welcome to drop off a letter of farewell. Patrons, young and not-so-young alike, can also use our supplies to create a note, picture or memory page. 
Visit the Children's Library on the second floor for details.

Children's Summer Programs

Summer Reading Clubs continue to register new readers and award prizes as children meet their summer reading goals. 

The very popular Twilight Tales programs for children ages 2 (with adult) to 6 will take place every Wednesday at 7 p.m. throughout July. Drop in.

Register each week for Summer Magic (Grades 1 - 3), Summer Adventures (Grades 4 - 7), and Read to the Dogs.

Summer Lunch News
Summer Lunch continues on Mondays and Thursdays, from noon to 1 p.m., through August 15. Lunch will not be served July 4.

Summer Lunch is funded by the USDA in partnership with the Northern Illinois Food Bank, with additional support from the West Suburban Community Pantry, local volunteer teachers and the Woodridge Rotary. Our deep appreciation to the dedicated library volunteers who set up, clean up and distribute the lunches. 

Summer Lunch at the Library
Teen Summer Programs

Teens can still register for the Summer Reading Program and earn rewards throughout July.

The free practice S.A.T. test on July 16 has openings. 



Adult Summer Programs

Several July programs promise to be a little beyond the ordinary: 

Climbing Longs Peak, July 21, 7 p.m.
An experienced climber shares the beauty and challenge of Colorado's iconic Longs Peak, with advice for the casual and experienced adventurer.

Qigong, July 24, 2 p.m.
Attendees will enjoy observing or participating in the ancient Chinese practice of Qigong which integrates physical postures, breathing techniques and mental focus.

Stump the Genealogist, July 25, 7-8 p.m.
Our expert will answer questions and give advice related to search categories and genealogy roadblocks that everyone conducting family history research might face.

Save the Date
August 2, 7 p.m.
A lecture featuring magic and sideshows for children age 10 and up, teens and adults.
Computer Classes

Government Information on the Web and Your Library@Home are featured classes this July.
Use the online calendar to see all open classes and to register.

Book Discussions

Girl Waits with Gun by Amy Stewart will be discussed on July 19 at 10 a.m. Rinker Bucks' book  The Oregon Trail will be the topic of the July 26 discussion at 7 p.m. 

Read a book, review it and join us for a discussion and you'll earn two entries into the weekly Summer Reading drawings.

Book Discussions: Calendar

Featured Artist

Oil Painting by Scott Yao
The Woodridge Library Art Gallery will feature the work of fine art painter Scott Yao throughout July.
 
Scott began to express the beauty of his hometown, Beitou, Taiwan (known for "a hot springs near the sea" and the surrounding Yangming mountains), through art from an early age.

Through experimentation, exploration and effort, Scott has honed his own painting style, influenced and refined by his background in engineering and architecture. He states that his "life and soul are dedicated to art."

Meet the artist at a reception being held in the library's lobby at noon on Saturday, July 9.

Featured July Artist
Recommended Resource

Around the Library
Giant Bowling was very popular at the June 1 Summer Reading kick-off celebration.
This lucky summer reader spun the wheel and won a personal pizza on June 30.

The kickboxing demonstration on June 14 was a big hit. It was presented as part of the Exercise Your Mind summer programming for adults.
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Library Hours
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: 1 - 5 p.m.
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