Book Discussion Groups
Share insights with other readers and discover new books at a library book discussion.
The evening group meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month except July and August. The reading schedule is:
January: The Glass Castle (Jeannette Walls)
February: Night Fall (Nelson DeMille)
March: March (Geraldine Brooks))
April: I Feel Bad About My Neck (Nora Ephron)
May: The Other Side of the Bridge (Mary Lawson)
June: Nickel and Dimed (Barbara Ehrenreich)
July: No discussion
August: Flyboys (James Bradley)
September: Golden Compass (Philip Pullman)
October: Long Walk Home (Will North)
November: Write It When I'm Dead (Thomas De Frank)
December: Book selection
The afternoon book discussion meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. except July and August. The reading schedule is:
January: Funny in Farsi ((Firoozeh Dumas)
February: The Thirteenth Tale (Diane Setterfield)
March: The Namesake (Jhumpa Lahiri)
April: The Memory Keeper's Daughter (Kim Edwards)
May: Snow Flower and the Secret Fan (Lisa See)
June: Keeper's Son (Homer Hickam)
July: No discussion
August: No discussion
September: Water For Elephants (Sara Gruen)
October: A Thousand Splendid Suns (Khaled Hosseini)
November: Book selection
December: No discussion
Inside Writing and Publishing
Du Page Branch
Interested in the process of writing and publishing? Come to one or all of a series of free seminars sponsored by eight local libraries. The programs will cover many aspects of the publishing business; including how to find an agent, create believable characters, set goals and meet deadlines. Events will take place throughout the months of January and February. The kick-off program is a presentation by J. A. Konrath, author of the popular Jack Daniels mystery series, at the Bloomingdale Public Library on Saturday, Jan. 12 at 2 p.m.
The Warrenville Public Library will host Kelly James-Enger in “ Breaking In: The Basics of Writing for Magazines” on Thursday, Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. The program will cover “basics” like how to find markets, come up with story ideas, and offer ways to nail your first magazine assignments.
Click here for more information about Inside Writing and Publishing (pdf file).
Computer Workshops
Learn new computer skills or brush up on old ones by attending a hands-on computer workshop. Registration required. For details, call 393-1171, x106.
Intro to Computers:
Monday, Jan. 14, 7 p.m.
This intro to personal computing covers mouse basics, identifying different parts of the computer, and basic Windows menus and functions. No experience required.
Intro to the Internet:
Thursday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m.
This intro to Internet basics covers browsers, navigating the World Wide Web, using Web addresses, and basic Internet lingo. Participants must be comfortable using a mouse to attend this workshop.
Intro to E-mail:
Tuesday, Feb. 5, 7 p.m.
This workshop covers e-mail basics, including signing up for free Web-based email services, sending and receiving e-mail, and attaching documents to email messages. Participants should have basic Internet knowledge and mouse skills.
The Search - Finding Info on the Web: Tuesday, Feb. 12, 7 p.m.
This workshop introduces web-based search engines and directories with an emphasis on developing effective search phrases. Participants should have basic Internet knowledge and mouse skills.
Gardening Program Series
Warrenville Public Library and Warrenville Park District will host a series of Gardening Lectures presented by the Uof I Extension Master Gardener Program. The Park District schedule is: Composting , Tues., Feb. 26, 7 p.m. ; Native Plants , Thurs., March 13, 7 p.m.; Ornamental Grasses , Wed., April 30, 7 p.m. Contact the Park District at 630/393-7279 to register for events held at the Park District.
The Library schedule is: Perennials , Tues., March 11, 7 p.m.; Color in Your Garden , Wed., April 9, 7 p.m. Contact the Library at 630/393-1171, x106 to register for Library events. There is no charge for Library programs.
America In Bloom will sponsor and host Invite Nature to Your Garden featuring Jim Kleinwachter, land preservation specialist and AIB Committee member, Tuesday, April 15, 7 p.m., at the Public Library.
For reservations, call 630/293-4920.
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Programs
Breaking In: The Basics of Writing for Magazines
Thursday, January 17, 7 p.m.
The program will cover “basics” like how to find markets, come up with story ideas, and offer ways to nail your first magazine assignments. To register, visit the Adult Reference Desk or call 393-1171 x106.
Empower Yourself—Empower Your Life
Thursday, January 31, 7 p.m.
Join Empowerment Counselor Rivian Wolf as she discusses personal empowerment and ways to empower yourself and your life . Rivian is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Arts in Community Counseling. To register, visit the Adult Reference Desk or call 393-1171 x106.
Chinese Music and Culture
Thursday, February 7, 7 p.m.
Bring in the Chinese New Year as Chinese cultural specialist Qiu Min Ji plays Chinese music, shows Chinese clothing, and discusses Chinese culture. This program is specially for families. To register, stop by the Youth Services Desk or call 630/393-1171 x110.
Edward Hopper
Wednesday, February 13, 7 p.m.
Michelle Paluch-Mishur shows slides and discusses the art of Edward Hopper to coincide with a huge exhibition of his work at the Art Institute. Sponsored by the Warrenville Library Foundation. To register, visit the Adult Reference Desk or call 393-1171 x106.
Catch the Twain
Wednesday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m.
Warren Brown arrives at the library in the character of Mark Twain and entertains with an evening of Twain’s wit and wisdom. To register, visit the Adult Reference Desk or call 393-1171 x106.
Perennials—Workhorses in the Garden
Tuesday, March 11, 7 p.m.
A Master Gardener from the University of Illinois Extension Service will discuss low-maintenance, long-blooming perennials with selection and growing advice. To register, visit the Adult Reference Desk or call 393-1171 x106.
Color in Your Garden by Design
Wednesday, April 9, 7 p.m.
Basic landscape design and how to assimilate plants, color, texture and design in your garden. Another program in the Extension Service Master Gardener series. To register, visit the Adult Reference Desk or call 393-1171 x106.
Cat Catalani—Gershwin to Now!—Favorites from the 1930s to Today
Thursday, April 17, 7 p.m.
Singer-musician Cat Catalani entertains with guitar music from George Gershwin to the present-day. Refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the Warrenville Library Foundation. To register, visit the Adult Reference Desk or call 393-1171 x106.
Write Your Family History—NOW!
Wednesday, April 30, 7 p.m.
Local genealogist Mike Karsen presents this program, detailing how to search for documents and interview family members to keep your family’s history alive. To register, visit the Adult Reference Desk or call 393-1171 x106.
Basics of Selling on eBay
Wednesday, May 7, 6:30 p.m.
Brian & Valerie Gugala come to the library to discuss the essentials of successful selling on eBay in this comprehensive program. Please note 6:30 p.m. start time. Sponsored by the Warrenville Library Foundation. To register, visit the Adult Reference Desk or call 393-1171 x106.
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