Garden Workshop Comes to Alsip!

Container Garden SecretsSaturday, June 10 at 10 amPresented by a master gar-dener from the University of Illinois Extension.

Garden Craft: Nail Polish PotsWednesday, June 28 at 7 pmPlease note this program is located at Alsip’s new commu-nity garden space at 11910 South Kostner Avenue.

Clay Craft: Plant Box BuddiesTuesday, July 25 at 7 pmSculpt cute polymer clay creatures to decorate your potted plants. Teens and adults welcome.

Library HoursMonday–Thursday . . . . .9 am - 9 pmFriday & Saturday . . . . .9 am - 5 pmSunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 pm - 5 pm Drive-up book return open 24 hours

Library ClosedFather’s Day . . . . . . . . . . . .June 18Independence Day . . . . . . . July 4

Board MeetingsLibrary Board meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 7 pm. Minutes and agendas are posted on the library website. Library Board members are elected by residents of Alsip, Merrionette Park and Garden Homes. Library board positions are unpaid. Meetings are open to the public.

Library BoardMary E. McKendree, PresidentJudy Buergel, Vice PresidentMary Jane Schneider, SecretarySandra Ceretto, TreasurerGerald Dujsik, TrusteeLester E. Engelbrecht, TrusteeRobert M. Olson, Trustee

ProgramsAttending a program and need a special accommodation? Be sure to call the Library at least fi ve days in advance.

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District, Alsip Park District, and School District 126 are proud to present “Th e Green Space Project”. Gardeners of all ages will meet every Wednesday evening to create something wonderful in our new community garden space located behind Prairie Junior High School at 11910 South Kostner Avenue.

Weekly meetings will include hands-on gradening, as well as lessons from local gardeners, crafts, and music.

Join our garden e-mail list at tinyurl.com/greenspace-project or call the Information Desk at 708.926.7024.

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Summer 2017VOL. 33, NO. 3 AMPL News

Gardening Programs

Great American Eclipse – August 21, 2017We’re getting ready for one of nature’s rarest and most wondrous displays – a total eclipse of the sun! We want you to save the date so we can experience this unique event together!

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Dungeons and Dragons 5th EditionSaturdays June 3 & 24; July 1 & 22; August 19 & 26 at 1 pmGather at the library to engage in the world’s most popular roleplaying game! We’ll provide everything you need, from character sheets and dice to miniatures. No experience necessary.

Graphic Novel Discussion Tuesday, June 6 at 6 pm – Wonder Woman Vol.1: Th e LiesTuesday, July 6 at 6 pm – Ultimate Spider-Man Vol. 1: Power and ResponsibilityFree movie tickets for attending!! Exchange views on graphic novel favorites. Please register at the Information Desk.

DIY ClocksTh ursday, June 8 at 6 pmKeep track of your summer break with your own clock. Create a clock from a kit and personalize it with your own clock face image.

Timeless Jewelry Tuesday, June 13 at 6 pmFreeze objects like fl owers and feathers in time using epoxy resin, then turn them into jewelry. No jewelry making experience necessary!

Blast from the Past: Tie Dye T-ShirtsTuesday, July 18 at 6 pmMake a retro tie dye t-shirt! Registration and t-shirt size are required for this free program.

Yu-Gi-Oh! TournamentSaturday, July 29 at 1 pmTime to duel! Bring your best deck for a chance to win a booster box of the new Pendulum Evolution set! Th is will be an ad-vanced format tournament, so the forbidden and limited list will be followed. Be sure to check http://www.yugioh-card.com/en/limited/ and ensure your deck is tournament-legal.

Learn to Paint MiniaturesSaturday, August 5th at 1 pm Add some fl air to your tabletop gaming miniatures in this painting course for beginners.

Teen programs are designed specifi cally for teens ages 13 to 19. To register for one or more of the programs, please call 708.926.7024 or drop by the Information Desk.

Must be an AMPPLD card holder to volunteer or participate in Middle School programs.

Trending ThursdaysTh ursdays from 7-8 pm; Grades 6-8Registration is required for all of the following programs:June 22 – No-Sew T-Shirt ToteJune 29 – Build a Book SafeJuly 6 – Cake Pops Decorating July 13 – Coded Jewelry MakingJuly 20 – Altered Tin Mini Photo Album

Apprentice Architects (Teen Advisory Group)

Grades 6-8Help us this summer by assisting in programs or giving out weekly prizes.

Update your calendar! End of summer TAG lock in: Friday, July 28, from 5 pm to 10 pm.

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Teen Programs

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Registration is requested for all programs. Stop by the Information Desk or call 708.926.7024 to sign up.

Preserving Family HistoryHow I Saved My Family’s PicturesTh ursday, June 22 at 7 pmGet tips on digitizing and sharing your own albums (or boxes) of pictures from an experienced librarian. Light refreshments provided.

Save Your Family Stories Saturday, August 12 at 10 amOral Historian Marie Scatena will share methods for interviewing family members to preserve stories for future generations.

Mobile Memory LabDigitize your favorite family photos, home audio and video cassettes! Record personal stories and interviews with loved ones! Come to one of our demo classes to learn how everything works and then attend an open lab to scan, convert and record.

Demo ClassTh ursday, August 24 at 7 pm

Open LabMonday, June 12 at 7 pmTh ursday, July 20 at 10 amWednesday, August 30 at 7 pm

Curious About Medical Cannabis?Monday, June 5 at 6:30 pmMedical cannabis (marijuana) is legal in Illinois. Neal McQueeny of Midway Dispensary will provide information on the appli-cation process, biology, laws, and patient experience. An open Q&A session will follow.

Words by Friends Th ursday, June 15 at 7 pmJoin the Longwood Writer’s Guild for an evening of local authors reading their work. Limited open mic slots will also be available.

Summer Braiding Tuesday, June 20 at 6:30 pmBeating the heat this summer will be no sweat once you learn three simple types of braiding in this fun class for adults and teens.

Adult Programs

Adult Programs that meet monthlyKnit & Crochet Class3rd Wednesday of each month at 6 pmJune 21, July 19, August 16

Adult & Teen Coloring Program2nd Wednesday of each month at 6 pmJune 14, July 12, August 9

Tuesday Morning Movies 4th Tuesday of each month at 9:30 amJune 27 – La La LandJuly 25 – Sully August 22 – Lion

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Wee Reader Storytime Mondays from 10 am-10:30 am Thursdays from 2:30 pm-3 pmAges 2 to 5 years with caregiver.

Music & MovementTuesdays from 10 am-10:30 amAges 2 to 5 with caregiver.

Chillin’ with CappuccinosWednesdays from 10 am-11 amBirth to 5 years with caregiver.

Yoga A-ZWednesdays from 11:30 am-12 pmIndependent grades 2 & up.

Young ArtistsThursdays from 10 am-10:30 amAges 2 to 4 years with caregiver.

Family MusicFridays from 10 am-10:30 amAges 5 and under with caregiver.

Morning Programs

Android Invasion! Build a Robot!Saturday, July 8 from 2 pm-4 pmBest for children 5 years & up, however younger ones may need some assistance. Using recycled materials, imagination, and a little determination, your family can build a JunkBot during this drop-in program.

Tiny Little Free LibrariesSaturday, July 15 at 2:30 pmBuild a Better World is our summer theme, and what better way than sharing to create a stronger community? Paint and decorate your very own tiny little free library. Open only to AMPPLD card holders. Registration is required and limited to 12 families. Sponsored and made possible through generous contributions by Home Depot of Alsip.

Special Programs

Registration for Build a Better World summer reading begins Saturday, June 3. Classes and prize check-ins begin the week of June 18 and run through July 29. Most children’s classes are first come, first served and require no registration. Children with their own AMPPLD library card should arrive 30 minutes before each class to secure a name tag. Children must be 5 years old by June 1 to attend independent K + programs. Questions? Please call Youth Services at 708.371.5666, ext. 140.

Kids Programs

Bookworm CircleSaturday, July 22 from 11:15 am-12 pmGrades 3 and up. Join our book club! Stop by Youth Services after June 24 to pick up your Book Club Kit, complete with your mem-bership card and a copy of Miss Piggle Wiggle and the Whatever Cure by Ann M. Martin for you to check out. Come back on Saturday, July 22 for snacks and fun activities.

Family Fun MondaysFamily Fun Mondays are fun for all ages!

Craig Nelson Magic Show – June 19 at 7 pmDave DiNaso’s Traveling World of Reptiles – June 26 at 7 pmNorthern Illinois Raptor Rehab & Education: Owls of Illinois – July 10 at 7 pmThe Wonderful World of Puppets: A Journey Around the Globe – July 17 at 7 pmJuggling Jeff – July 24 at 7 pm

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Tech F.E.S.T.Mondays from 6 pm-6:30 pm (No program July 3) Birth to 5 years with caregiver. Enjoy traditional Family Evening Storytime favorites with techy twists!

Kids Paint NightTuesdays at 7 pmIndependent ages 9 & up.

Improv NightsTuesdays from 7 pm-8 pm (Starts June 27)Independent grades 5 to 8.

Family Movie NightWednesdays at 6 pmAll ages.

Fun with PaintThursdays from 6 pm-6:30 pm Ages 2 to 5 with caregiver.

Evening ProgramsLittle Explorers PlaygroupMondays from 2:30 pm-3 pm (No program July 3)Birth to 5 with caregiver.

Life Size GamesMondays from 4 pm-4:45 pm (No program July 3)Independent grades K and up.

Young Makers ClubTuesdays from 4 pm-4:30 pmIndependent grades K to 5.

Little PicassosWednesdays from 2:30 pm-3 pmIndependent ages 4 to 6.

Coding ClubWednesdays from 4 pm-5 pmIndependent grades 2 to 8.

Painting with PalsThursdays at 3:45 pmIndependent ages 6 to 9.

Afternoon Cooking ClubFridays from 2:30 pm-3 pmIndependent grades K to 5.

Kids ProgramsAfternoon Programs

Saturday ProgramsCheckmate ChessSaturdays from 10 am-11 amIdependent grades 1 and up.

Intro to Dungeons & DragonsSaturday, July 15 from 11 am-12 pmIndependent grades 5 to 8.

Creative MinecraftSaturdays from 2:30 pm-3:30 pm (No program July 15)Independent grades 1 and up.

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Google Drive Th ursday, June 15 at 6:30 pmYou can type letters and create spreadsheets without expensive software. Google Drive is a free service that allows Gmail users to create fi les, store them online, and access them anywhere. Basic computer skills and Gmail account (with username and password) are REQUIRED to participate in this class. If you need assistance setting up a Gmail account, please contact Adult Services (708.926.7024) in advance of the class.

Raspberry Pi Photo BoothSaturday, June 17 at 10 amWatch as we build a Photo Booth application with a Raspberry Pi (a tiny computer), some small parts, and a few lines of Python code! Participants can receive pictures to take home. Open to ages 9 and up.

Managing Money Online Saturday, June 24 at 10 amWe’ll show you the best website and app options for creating a budget, getting fi nancial news and more. In keeping with the theme, most of the options are budget-friendly or even free!

Windows 10 Th ursday, July 13 at 6:30 pmDiscover everything you need to get started with Windows 10, including the new Start menu, Edge, Cortana and basic customization.

Create Your Own Website Saturday, July 22 at 10 amParticipants will learn personal website creation using Weebly. Th is free software features easy-to-use templates and other helpful features. Mouse and keyboard skills required.

Computer Fundamentals Th ursday, August 10 at 6:30 pmFirst steps in the use of Microsoft Word and the Internet: open-ing programs, entering text, saving and printing documents, manipulating windows, and navigating websites.

Android Phones and Tablets II: Google AppsTh ursday, August 10 at 6:30 pmLooking to move beyond the basic mail, photo, calendar and other apps on Android devices? Make your life easier by learning how to use advanced features of Google Apps.

Registration required for all classes. Please call Adult Services at 708.926.7024 for additional information and sign-up.

Tech Training

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JUNE

Janet Evanovich ...........Dangerous MindsJoseph Finder ......................... Th e SwitchJohn Grisham ...................Camino IslandDean Koontz ................Th e Silent CornerDiana Palmer ........................UndauntedJames Patterson................ Murder GamesKaren Robards ................ Th e UltimatumNora Roberts .................. Come SundownKimberla Lawson Roby ........................... ........................................ Sin of a WomanDanielle Steel ..............................Duchess

JULY

Elizabeth Berg .................................................................Th e Story of Arthur TruluvSuzanne Brockmann ..................................................................Some Kind of HeroMichael Connelly ..............Th e Late ShowLinda Fairstein ...........................DeadfallIris Johansen ................ Look Behind YouElizabeth Peters ........ Th e Painted QueenDaniel Silva ......................House of Spies

AUGUST

Sandra Brown ........................Seeing RedRobin Cook .............................CharlatansTess Gerritsen .................. I Know a SecretSue Grafton ..............................Y is for…Jonathan Kellerman ............Crime SceneSherrilyn Kenyon ............... DragonswornDebbie Macomber ...Any Dream Will DoDiana Palmer ..............Tangled DestiniesJames Patterson.........................Th e StoreLisa Scottoline ............................ExposedDanielle Steel ..................Th e Right TimeJ.R. Ward ............................... Devil’s CutStuart Woods ........................Barely Legal

Coming Soon

Overdue books?Not with auto-renew!Soon, any eligible item you check out will auto-matically renew 2 days before your due date! Be sure to add or update your email today!

5th Annual ATLAS Multi-Library Geocaching CompetitionJune 5 – August 5Patrons are invited to use clues and geographic coordinates to fi nd hidden geocaches at participating area libraries. For each cache you fi nd at a participating library, you earn a prize drawing ticket for a chance to win a $25 VISA Gift Card. To be eligible for the prize drawing, your library card must be in good standing. All ages welcome! Register and obtain your offi cial clue card starting Monday, June 5. Th e competition ends Saturday, August 5.

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Build a Better WorldChildren from birth through grade 8 are invited to participate in our Youth Services classes, events, and prize programs happening all summer long. Summer Reading provides an opportunity to enrich children’s literacy skills and develop a strong connection to lifelong learning through the library.

Reading Through TimeOf course the library’s summer reading programs aren’t just for kids. Adults & Teens are encouraged to get involved in their own Summer Reading Program, Reading Th rough Time. Reading just four books between June 3 and July 29 not only makes you eligible for a fi nishing prize, but you’ll also be entered into our Grand Prize Drawing! Any book checked out through the library qualifi es. Books can be fi ction or nonfi ction and any format: audio, ebook, graphic novel, print, large print.

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How does it work?• Visit the Seed Swap Library in the

Internet Café• Choose up to 3 seed packets• Save seeds and return them to the

Donation Box

It’s as easy as that! Th e basic idea is you plant the seeds, wait for your crop(s) to come in, harvest seeds, and then return some of these next generation seeds for others to borrow.

Community Seed Swap Library

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