TUESDAY TALES -- Come and enjoy songs and stories every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. (through December 16) in the Book Nook! The stories are geared to ages 3-5, but everyone is welcome. No registration is required for this FREE family program.

FAMILY STORY HOUR – Family Story Hour will be offered at 10 a.m. Friday & Saturday, November 21 & 22, in the Community Room. The theme this month is “What’s Your Name.” Preschoolers and their families are invited to enjoy stories, songs and activities. There is no registration required for this FREE 30-minute family program, so join us!

GOBBLE GOBBLE TURKEY CRAFT – Drop in the Discovery Room between 10am-1pm Saturday, November 22 for a special Thanksgiving craft activity! Participants should come prepared to paint, as you’ll create a giant paper plate turkey! You can also listen to turkey stories in the Story Hour Room at 11:00 a.m. and noon. This FREE family program is geared toward children from preschool through 6th grade accompanied by an adult, and no registration is required.

For more information about these and other activities,
call the Children’s Department, 454-4668.

Library Patrons Can Park in Deck for FREE!

The public parking deck just east of the Bank of Illinois has opened, which will provide 600+ additional parking spaces for library patrons. Library patrons can park in the deck for free. Vouchers to use in the deck’s payment machines will be given to library patrons who request them; you will need to request a voucher each time you visit the library and park in the deck for longer than the first free hour.

Computer Classes for Adults

By popular demand, NPL will once again offer FREE computer classes for adults. The classes will meet from 5:30 – 7 p.m. on the dates listed below. Preregistration is required, along with a $10 deposit per class; the deposit will be returned when you arrive for class, or if you cancel more than 24 hours prior to the class. Participants should bring their own Flash Drive if they want to take classroom exercises home with them. Sarah Carter will be the class instructor.

Wednesday, November 5: Microsoft Word I (create a document, explore toolbars, spell check & print)
Wednesday, November 12: Microsoft Word II (edit a document, modify page layout, format text)
Thursday, November 6: EXCEL I (edit spreadsheet, explore toolbar & windows, using ‘help’)
Thursday, November 13: EXCEL II (create spreadsheet, basic calculation, cell referencing)
Tuesday, November 11: Basic E-Mail & Internet (browse World Wide Web, send and receive e-mail, filter SPAM and junk mail)

In-person registration and deposits will be taken at the Circulation Desk. Please note that the Adult Computer Center will be CLOSED to the public during these class times.

Model Railroad Show

Join us on Saturday, November 15, from 11am-4pm in the Community Room for a Model Railroad Train Show! Several local model railroad enthusiasts will bring their trains and layouts for everyone to see and enjoy. The public is invited to attend this FREE program.

Avoid Colds & Flu This Season

‘Tis the season for colds and flu – how can you avoid them? Meghan Buchanan from Heartland Healthcare (formerly ManorCare) will provide information about staying healthy during the cold and flu season. The FREE program will take place at 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 18, in the Community Room. Refreshments will be served, and no registration is required. Call Mary Lou, 452-1757, for more information.

Christmas Wreath Craft Program

Jean’s Flower Basket will be presenting a “Christmas Wreath Craft Program” on Thursday, December 4, from 2-3 p.m. There is a fee of $10 per person that will be collected on the day of the program. Each participant will be making a 20” wreath with fresh greenery. Ribbon will be provided to create bows; everyone is asked to bring ornaments to decorate the wreath. Registration is required – please call 452-1757, or sign up in person at the Circulation Desk. There will be a limit of 25 participants, so don’t delay! Contact Mary Lou, 452-1757, for more information.

Teen Activities at NPL

The Anime/Manga Club will meet November 4 & 18 at 4:30 p.m. in the Community Room to watch episodes of anime films and then discuss manga we have read. All teens are welcome to attend these FREE programs, and snacks will be served. Call Kristi at 452-1757 if you have questions.

NPL’s Teen Advisory Council will meet Tuesday, November 13 at 4p.m. in the Community Room. We will vote on officers, and then hold a “Twilight” party in celebration of the movie based on Stephanie Meyer’s book. TAC members are encouraged to dress as a favorite “Twilight” character. All teens in grades 7-12 are welcome, and snacks will be served. Call Kristi at 452-1757 for more information.

Movie Matinee for Adults at NPL

NPL’s Movie Matinee series continues this month at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, November 20. This month’s offering is “Little Women,” starring Winona Ryder, Susan Sarandon and Kirsten Dunst. Bring a friend and enjoy the afternoon – free, and snacks provided!

Donate Your Used Books

The Friends of NPL are happy to accept donations of used book throughout the year.
Bring them to the library marked ‘for the Friends book sale’. Please DO NOT leave your book donations at the off-site book drops!! All donations for the sale must be brought in to the library. Thanks!