Programs
Most programs require pre-registration and are held in the Meeting Room. To register, visit the Information Desk, call 630/393-1171 x100 or click here to register online.
Have Book – Will Travel!
Summer Reading Program for Adults, Teens & Youth
June 1 – July 31
The Summer Reading Program for adults, teens and youth begins June 1 at the Warrenville Public Library. Participants of all ages are eligible for great prizes. Click here for further infomation.
Books on Tap
Monday, June 3, 7 p.m., Ages 21 & up
Don’t have time for a book club? Join us at the Two Brothers Tap House to relax, enjoy one of the local Warrenville brews and talk about whatever books you’re currently reading (or looking forward to) with others. Registration is required. Click here to register.
Point, Click, and Save: Online Tips to Save Your Hard-Earned Cash
Tuesday, June 4, 7 p.m.
Rachel Singer Gordon, author of Point, Click, and Save: Mashup Mom’s Guide to Saving and Making Money Online, shares Internet resources to help you save on everything from online shopping to groceries. Find out:
- How to take advantage of cash-back programs to earn rebates on online purchases,
- About college-savings programs that reward you for everyday purchases,
- Ways to comparison shop like the pros,
- Where to find coupon codes for online discounts,
- How to print and load coupons to bring down your grocery bills,
- Places to connect with companies for free samples and coupons online and
- Where to find and take advantage of the best deals!
Registration is required. Click here to register.
Movie Poster Display
Sunday, June 9, 1 – 5 p.m.
Take a few minutes to visit with film art enthusiast and poster collector Bill Brandeis. Bill will have several posters from his personal collection on display in the Library's main lobby.
Crafters’ Circle for Adults & Teens
Saturday, June 15, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 20, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 17, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Do you enjoy crafting or need motivation to finish your work? Would you like to learn or share ideas with others who have similar interests? Bring your own project and join us for a social gathering to do handiwork. Crafters of all levels are welcome to this informal gathering. Registration is required. Click here to register.
Get to Know eMediaLibrary Classes
Thursday, June 13, 7 p.m.
Thursday, July 11, 7 p.m.
Thursday, August 15, 7 p.m.
eMediaLibrary provides Warrenville cardholders access to eBooks and eAudiobooks that can be downloaded to a computer or portable devices such as eReaders, MP3 players, smartphones or tablets. Classes are offered at the Library for assistance in using eMediaLibrary. Get a preview of the eMediaLibrary selection of eBooks and eAudiobooks and see a demonstration of the digital media download process, followed by a Question and Answer session. Sessions will last 90 minutes or more depending on audience participation. Registration is required. Click here to register. |
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Movies at the Library
Bring your own popcorn and join us for a movie in the Library’s Hudetz Meeting Room. For ages 18 and up.
Amélie
Thursday, June 20, 7 p.m.
Startled into action by the death of Princess Diana, shy, isolated waitress Amélie Poulain decides to start improving the lives of the people who live with her in Monmartre. Along the way, she might just improve her own life as well. (Rated R, 122 min.) Registration is required. Click here to register.
Life of Pi
Tuesday, June 25, 2 p.m.
A disaster at sea throws sixteen-year-old Pi Patel into an unexpected relationship – with a Bengal tiger. Based on the book of the same name by Yan Martel. Winner of four Academy Awards, including Best Director. (Rated PG, 127 min.) Registration is required. Click here to register.
Little Miss Sunshine
Tuesday, July 23, 2 p.m.
Six-year-old Olive qualified for the “Little Miss Sunshine” beauty pageant – but her family is a little strapped for cash, and the only way to get there is in their aging VW bus. With a little luck, the family may pull together to support her in spite of themselves. (Rated R, 104 min.) Registration is required. Click here to register.
Slumdog Millionaire
Tuesday, August 27, 2 p.m.
When a young man from the slums of Mumbai is accused of cheating during his appearance on the Indian version of “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?,” he explains the events in his life which taught him the answers. Based on the novel by Vikas Swarup. (Rated R, 120 min.) Registration is required. Click here to register.
Book Discussion Groups
Evening Book Discussion
First Thursday of each month, 7:30 p.m.
Note: The group does not meet in July.
Share insights with other readers and discover new books at a library book discussion. Click here for discussion and reading schedules.
Afternoon Book Discussion
Second Wednesday of each month, 1 p.m.
Note: The group does not meet in July, August & December.
Share insights with other readers and discover new books at a library book discussion. Click here for discussion and reading schedules.
Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Club
Third Monday of each month, 7 p.m.
Note: The group does not meet in July & December
June 17: Good Omens by Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett
July 15: No discussion.
August 19: Rule 34 by Charles Stross
Click here to register.
**If you need assistance in the library, ask us! We’re happy to help. If you require ADA accommodations for a Library program or event, please notify the Library office at least two weeks in advance at 630/393-1171 x118.
** Attendance at Library programs and events constitutes consent to be photographed for Library publicity purposes.
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