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Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month!


This month we're honoring Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with several programs that celebrate the diversity of Asia and the Pacific Islands.


If cooking is your passion, check out South Asian Spice Mixing on May 17, an awesome opportunity to create a Sri Lankan spice blend with the help of Mary Anne Mohanraj, author of the cookbook, "A Feast of Serendib." If you prefer board games, try Mahjong for Beginners on May 18, a tile-based game that remains popular in the Asian community! We also have programs perfect for the history buff in your family, including our Brown Bag Lecture: Hidden Memory- An American World War II Story and a film discussion of "Far East Deep South" on May 19 and May 21, respectively. 

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We've been named one of the 10 best cities in the U.S. for book lovers! Chosen by the website Rent, the rankings note that between our three buildings, the Naperville Public Library has a total circulation of more than 3 million.

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It's Almost Time for Summer Reading Program


The start of Summer Reading Program is just one month away!


Starting on June 1, children, teens and adults can participate in the program by reading books and earning prizes.


This year's theme is "Read Beyond the Beaten Path," combining a world of different summer experiences: from outdoor activities to crafts and so much more!


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Head Outside for Storytime at 95th Street Library


In addition to Family Storytime on the Riverwalk at Nichols Library, we are excited to kick off the month of May with outdoor storytime in the park at 95th Street Library.


Family Storytime in the Park programs are held on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. at Wagner Pavilion near 95th Street Library through the end of May.


All outdoor programs are subject to change due to inclement weather.

ADULTS

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Brown Bag Lecture: Latin American Artists of the 20th Century

Thursday, May 5

1:00 p.m.

95th Street Library

Art historian Jeff Mishur examines the relationship Latin American artists had with a 1920's cultural and educational reform movement in Mexico known as "Indigenismo."

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Community Engagement with City Council Members Patrick Kelly and Theresa Sullivan

Thursday, May 12

6:00 p.m.

95th Street Library

Join us to learn more about the current projects and priorities of these community leaders and their organizations.


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South Asian Spice Mixing: Learn the Art of Making Your Own Spice Blends

Tuesday, May 17

7:00 p.m.

Online

Learn how to roast, grind, and mix your own spice blends as author Mary Anne Mohanraj walks you through the process of creating a dark-roasted Sri Lankan spice blend.

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Brown Bag Lecture: Hidden Memory - An American World War II Story

Thursday, May 19

1:00 p.m.

95th Street Library

Join storyteller Anne Shimojima, a third generation Japanese American, as she shares the story of her family's journey from Japan through the concentration camps of World War II. 


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"Far East Deep South" Film Discussion

Saturday, May 21

1:00 p.m.

Nichols Library

Enjoy a screening of the documentary "Far East Deep South," the story of a Chinese American family’s search for their roots in Mississippi, where they uncover the racially complex history of the Chinese in the segregated South.

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Community Engagement with Will County Clerk Lauren Staley Ferry and County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant

Wednesday, May 25

6:00 p.m.

95th Street Library

Join us to learn more about the current projects and priorities of these community leaders and their organizations.


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TEENS

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Teen Creative Writing Group

Tuesday, May 17

4:00 p.m.

Nichols Library

Share your writing and expand your skills in a fun and supportive environment.


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Teen DIY: Image Transfer Bookmarks

Tuesday, May 24

3:00 p.m.

95th Street Library

Show off your imagination and creativity by creating a bookmark out of packing tape and printed images.

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Exam Cram

Wednesday, May 25

5:00 p.m.

Nichols Library

If you're looking for a place to study for finals, visit the Library, where we have free Wi-Fi, tables for group study, reference help, and snacks.

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CHILDREN

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Dual Language Storytime: Turkish

Saturday, May 7

11:15 a.m.

95th Street Library

Experience rich culture and beautiful languages from around the world during our dual language storytimes. This program welcomes both Turkish and non-Turkish speakers.

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Family Storytime in the Park

Monday, May 9

10:30 a.m.

95th Street Library

Enjoy an all-ages, family storytime filled with songs, rhymes and stories at Wagner Pavilion.





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Sing and Play

Friday, May 13

10:30 a.m.

Naper Blvd. Library

Learn music fundamentals like keeping a steady beat, rhythm and volume with the help of drums, egg shakers and other musical instruments.




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Caudill Club

Tuesday, May 17

4:00 p.m.

95th Street Library

Join us for tasty treats and to talk about the 2023 nominees for the Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award.

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Felt Kitty Coaster

Thursday, May 19

3:15 p.m.

Naper Blvd Library

Learn the basics of hand sewing while making a cute kitty drink coaster out of felt. 



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Dance Party

Wednesday, May 25

4:00 p.m.

Nichols Library

There's nothing more fun than a dance party! Families can bust a move together and learn a simple dance routine.

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PROGRAM VIDEOS

The History of the Department Store

Discover the history of department stores in Chicago and elsewhere.

Job Search: Networking for Jobs and Business Series

Learn tips for building strong professional relationships

and more.

The Basics: Cover Letters and Resumes

Learn how to construct a great resume and cover letter with one of our business librarians.

How to Use LinkedIn for Job Searching

The People’s Resource Center’s expert trainer will highlight how to leverage the social networking site LinkedIn to enhance job searches and create results.

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