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MARKHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWSLETTER
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PUBLIC LIBRARY D ISTRICT
Volume II Issue III
16640 S Kedzie Ave
Markham, IL 60428
(708) 331-0130
(708) 331-0137 Fax
LIBRARY HOURS
Monday—Thursday
9am—8pm
Friday—Saturday
BACK TO WORK JOB FAIR
Thursday, September 9, 2010 10am - 2pm
Location: City of Markham 16313 Kedzie Parkway Markham, IL
Markham Public Library 16640 S Kedzie Ave Markham, IL
Highlights:
Federal/State/Local Employment Opportunities
Warehouse, Administrative, and Medical Positions
BRING YOUR RESUME & DRESS PROFESSIONALLY
HEY YOU VIDEO GAMERS!!!
Enjoy playing video games? Would you like to learn
how to make a video game?
9am—5pm
Inside this issue:
Children’s Chat &
Programs
2
Tech Talk
3
Mobile Hot Spot
4
Periodico Bibliotecaria 5
Trustees & Hours
Sept - Nov 2010
6
Markham Public Library now offers a seven week class
that will focus on hands-on after school program for
motivated 13 - 18 year students interested in learning
the nuts and bolts behind video games. Also, class will
focus on internet publishing, character design, storyboards and the reconstruction
of game and animation elements from varying “everyday” technology. Upon
conclusion of classes, student should have a completed animation or game with
sound. Please register at the circulation desk by August 28th. Ages 13-18.
Thursday’s, September 16th, 23rd, 30th, October 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th
4pm - 6pm
Illinois Funding Source (IFS)
delivers timely and accurate
details on foundations and
corporate givers right to your
desktop. We are grateful for
the support of our funders, Dr. Scholl Foundation, Polk Bros.
Foundation, and Sara Lee Foundation and for the technology support
received from IBM.
Use the full power of our foundation + grants databases. Ask at the
reference desk for assistance.
Markham Public Library
is now on
Look for us at
[email protected]
CHILDREN’S CHAT
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On behalf of the Markham Public Library, We would like to say Thank You to Everyone who participated in the
Summer Reading Program. Also, a special Thank You to our sponsors, Fuddruckers, Trails Entertainment Center
(Haunted Trails), The Cadillac Theatre for Shrek Musical tickets, and the Markham Roller Rink for their generosity
in allowing us to celebrate the close of our Summer Reading Program.
MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY - Mexican
Indepencence day festivities include: mexican music, mexican
food, games, face painting, pinatas and fun.
Wednesday, September 15th @ 5pm
Every Wednesdays @ 4pm
A SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN EVENT - Come
enjoy a fun & safe Halloween with others. Activites include: How
Halloween Originated, Storytime - By the light of the Halloween
Moon, Craft - Popcorn Balls, Also a Costume Contest.
Saturday, October 30th @ 2pm
FROM BOOKS TO MOVIES CLUB - Great stories aren't just
composed of words written on a page. If you love books and watching
movies, then you'll love our Read the Movie Discussion Group.
Members will read the book selected, then get together on the 2nd
Saturday to discuss the book, watch the movie and compare them both..
Popcorn and beverages are provided or you may bring your own snack.
Read the Movie Selection:
th
September 11 @ 2pm
October 9th @ 2pm
November 13th @ 2pm
The Polar Express by: Chris Van Allsburg
Ella Enchanted by: Gail Carson Levine
Freaky Friday by: Mary Rodgers
Adults, please see circulation desk for selections of books
to Movie. Adults will meet on the 3rd Saturday @ 2pm
2nd Saturdays @ 2pm
TODDLER STORY–TIME - Arts and crafts, finger plays,
puppet shows and light snacks. Wednesdays 10am - 11am
WII WEDNESDAYS - There will
be a time limit of 20 minutes per
party/group. Choices are
bowling, tennis or golf.
CHICAGO WOLVES READING CLUB -
Write a paragraph about your favorite team, arts
and crafts, minimum of 6 books have to be
completed to receive a prize. “Come have fun
while reading”
Starts November 1st - November 22nd
Monday 5 - 6pm
1ST ANNUAL SPELLING BEE - We’re
looking to see who S-P-E-L-L-S the B-E-S-T! Have you
got what it takes? We are accepting applications for all
ages who can spell on a fifth grade level. Inquire at the
circulation desk. 50 students will participate in the
preliminary round, 25 students will go on to the
semifinals,10 will qualify for our final round.
Monday, November 29th @ 6pm
FAMILY READING NIGHT
Fall into reading with Markham Library. See
children’s desk for Family Reading Night
activities.
Wednesday, November 17th
MORE PROGRAMS
R&B LINE DANCE - Let Annet teach you the latest
slides, hustle & line dances. Lets have good fun while
getting some good exercise. Classes are $5
Every Tuesday Nights @ 6pm
JOB PREPARATION - Don’t miss valuable information
given from Veronica Tharpe about Interviewing technique,
communication skills and mock interviewing, hands on
resume development, Also she will assist you with FREE
resume skills. Tuesday, September 7th @ 4:30pm
SENIOR COMPUTER CLASS - Sept 14th, 21st, 28th,
Oct 12th, 19th, 26th, Nov 2nd, 9th, & 16th @ 11am.
Space is limited, registration is required.
MONEY SMART - Anthony Sinch has organized a free class
designed to help consumers better manage their personal
finances. Monday, October 4th @ 6pm
CROCHET CLUB - Join us for a fun crocheting
experience and enjoy the company of other crochet
members. All skilled level adults are welcomed. Crochet
materials needed: crochet hook
D-DAY REMEMBERED - John “Doc” Morrissy has put
together a fascinating program with a showing of the Academy
Award nominated documentary. It will be followed by a Q&A
period. Join us to honor the still surviving vets and pay honor
to those that gave their lives for world freedom.
Mon, Sept 13th, 20th, 27th & Oct 18th @ 6pm
AUTHOR’S WORKSHOP - The author of More Than
Just Sex: It’s the Art of the Chase , Gisele Haralson has a
free workshop on following your dreams of writing a
book. There will be a presentation, open discussion and
a book signing. Saturday, September 4th @ 11am
Monday, Nov 8th @ 6:30pm
MOVIE NIGHT: Every 3rd Thursday @ 6pm
September 16th - Beverly Hills Chihuahua
October 21st - Planet 51
November 18th - Diary of Wimpy Kid
TECH TALK
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We now have Circulating Laptops @ Your Library.
In the event that there are no available computers in our labs, we would like to
extend to you the opportunity to use one of our wireless laptops. You must have
a valid library card for this in-house check out.
The laptops are for In-House use only and are not available for circulation
outside the library.
Circulating News
Patron’s Book Request - As hard
as we try to accommodate our
patrons with the best of leisure
reading, research and informative
materials in our library collection
of books, CDs and DVDs, we
cannot provide everything to
everyone. For this reason ILL
(inter-library loan) was
established, patrons may request
items of interest from other
libraries and receive them within
a few days.
In-House Amenities
 Color Copy ($1 per page)
Although we value all patron’s
comments and suggestions in
collection development;
submitted request sheets will be
considered but may not be
honored as we try to select items
that benefits the whole library
community.
Circulating Services
 Fax ($1 per page)
 Scanning ($1 per page)
 Online Fine Pay
 Inter Library Loans
Don’t forget about our BOOK SALE!!!
 Playaways - The simplest way to listen to audio, it
.10¢ for Paperback
comes with the digital content already pre-loaded.
Simply plug in earbuds and enjoy.
.25¢ for Hardcover
 DVDs & CDs - Adult check out only, $1 per item
at checkout to non residents of Markham or
Posen
Reference


Win-Way Resume Software
Ebsco Research
 Microsoft Office
 SWAN
 OCLC First Search Database

Grolier
 Wireless Printing

Gale Group
 WiFi Café Area
.25¢ for VHS & Cassettes
.50¢ for DVDs or CDs
Other Services
 Self Check Out
 Self Reservation Station
 Talking Books
(for vision-impaired)
 Online Book Club
MOBILE HOT SPOT
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Fall brings cooler weather, the beginning of the school year and a new route for the Bookmobile!
Our collection has grown so come on and take advantage of your local mobile library. Parents we will be
making stops at some of the local schools during school hours. In order for students to check out items
they must have a valid library card. We encourage you to apply for a library card for your children so
they can experience Markham’s first Bookmobile. Library cards can be acquired at the library as well as
on the Bookmobile for Markham and Posen residents for free!
Let’s all work together to continue to make the Bookmobile a success!
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
The Children’s
House
Anointed
Word Food
Pantry
St. Gerard’s
Safecare
Academy
Posen Village
Hall
2926 W 147th
2440 W Walter
@ 10am
Zimny Dr
16601 S Kedzie
@ 10am
15839 S
Trumbull
16130 Clifton
Park Ave
@ 10am
@ 10am
@ 10am
Posen Village
Hall
Posen
Elementary
2440 W. Walter
Zimny Drive
14545
Kedzie Plaza
Robert Frost Jr.
High
California Ave
147th &
Kedzie
2206 W 167th
@ 11:30am
@ 12pm
@ 11:30am
Sahlou Mall
Ralph Bunche
Elementry
159th & Kedzie
159th & Dixie
Hwy
16500 Park Ave
147th & Kedzie
167th & Pulaski
@ 1:30pm
@ 1:30pm
@ 1:30pm
@ 1:30pm
@1:30pm
Markham City
Hall
Community
Mennonite
School
Link Option
16313 Kedzie
3215 W 162nd
St
15652 Homan
@ 12pm
Canterbury
Mall
@ 3pm
@3pm
@ 3pm
Kedzie Plaza
Wal Mart
Supercenter
Posen Village
Hall
Dixmoor Towne
Hall
2440 W Walter
146th & Dixie Hwy
Zimny Dr
@ 3pm
@ 3pm
The Bookmobile schedule is subject to change without notice for periodic maintenance, or in the event of
inclement weather. Please call the library at (708) 331-0130 for further information.
PERIODICO BIBLIOTECARIA
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En el nombre de la Biblioteca Pública de Markham, nos gustaría dar las gracias a todos los que en el verano partciparon
en la Programa de Lectura. También un agradecimiento especial a nuestros patrocinadores, Fuddruckers, Trails
Entertainment Center (Haunted Trails) The Cadillac Theatre por los boletos del musical de SHREK y tambien,
Markham Roller Rink por la opportunidad de cerrar nuestro programa de Lectura del Verano.
Patron Book Request - Por mas que tratamos de acomodar a nuestros patrocinadores con lo major de la lectura de
entretenimiento todo a todos. Y materials informativo en nuestra coleccion biblioteca de libros y dvd’s que no siempre
podemos ofrecer. Por esta razón hemos establecido los préstamos entre bibliotecas. (ILL) Los patrocinadores pueden
solicitar artículos de otras bibliotecas. Los clientes pueden solicitar artículos de otras bibliotecas. A pesar de que el valor
de la patrona comentarios y sugerencias en el desarrollo de coleccioneslos formularios de solicitud será considerado, pero
no pueden ser concedidas porque tratamos de seleccionar los elementos que benefician a toda la comunidad
bibliotecaria.
PROGRAMAS
Clase de Computación para los mayors de edad Sept 14, 21, 28, Oct 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, y 16 a 11am
Espacio es limitado
Autors Taller - El autor de “More Than Just Sex: The Art
of the Chase, Sra. Gisele Haralson tiene un taller gratis se
seguiendo tus sueños para escribir un libro. Habrá una
presentación, discusión abierta y firma de libros.
Sabado, Septiembre 4 @ 11am
Preparación de Empleo - No se pierda esta valiosa
información dada de Veronica Tharpe técnica de
entrevista, las habilidades, communiation y entrevistas.
También le ayudará con la ayuda libre del curriculum
vitae.
Martes, Septiembre 7 @ 4:30pm
Club De Crochet - Únete al club por un divertido
ganchillo. Experimentar y disfrutar la compañía de otros.
Todos los niveles bienvenidos. Aguja de crochet
necesario.
Lunes, Septiembre 13, 20, 27, Octubre 18 @ 6pm
Inteligente Con Dinero - Sr. Anthony Sinch organizo un
clase gratis para ayudar los consumidores administrar sus
finanzas.
Lunes, Octubre 4 @ 6pm
Urbano baile en línea - Cada Martes 6 p.m. Conozca las
últimas SLIDES, HUSTLE y el baile en línea. $5 cada clase.
Desde libros hasta el club de videos - Los segundo sábados a 1st Annual Spelling Bee - Estamos buscando a ver quién exlas 2:00 Las grandes historias no sólo son compuestas por
palabras en una página. Si usted ama los libros y ver películas,
entonces te encantará nuestra LEER LA PELÍCULA Grupo de
Discusión. Los miembros de leer el libro seleccionado y luego se
juntan en el segundo sábado para discutir el libro vea la película
y comparar a los dos. Palomitas y bebidas se sirven.
Spooktacular Evento de Halloween - Ven y disfruta de un
Halloween divertido y seguro con los demás. Las actividades
incluyen Cómo se originó Halloween. Hora de cuentos A la luz
de la luna de Halloween. Arte-bolas de palomitas. También un
concurso de disfraces. Sabado Octubre 20 @ 2pm
NOCHE DE PELICULA - Cada tercer jueves 6 p.m.
Usted puede traer su propia merienda.
Sept. 16: Beverly Hills Chihuahua Oct. 21st PLANET 51
Nov. 18th: Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Chicago Lobos Cub De Lectura - Empiece Noviembre
CHICAGO LOBOS Club de Lectura comienza
Noviembre 01 al 22. Escribir un párrafo sobre tu equipo
favorite Lunes 5-6 pm Unmínimo de seis libros deben
leers para ganar un premio. ¡Vengan a divertirse leyendo
con nosotros!
plica el MEJOR. ¿Tienes lo que se necesita? Lunes 09 de
Noviembre 2010 6:00 Estamos aceptando solicitudes para todas
las edades que puede significar a nivel de quinto grado. Pregunte
en la mesa de circulación.
La hora del cuento para niños - Artes y Oficios, Juego de
los dedos espectáculo de marionetas aperritivo.
Miercoles de WII, Miercoles 10am - 11am
Noche de Lectura de la Familia - Miercoles, Nov 17
¡Eh, tú los videojuegos! Disfrute de juegos de video? ¿Quieres
aprender a hacer un juego de video? Markham Biblioteca
Pública ofrece ahora una clase de siete semanas que se centrará
en las manos en la escuela después de proram motivados 13 a 18
años de edad los estudiantes.
La clase se centrará en la publicación de Internet, diseño de
personajes, storyboards y la reconstrucción del juego. Al finalizar
la clase el estudiante debe tener una animación o juego completado. Favor de registrarse en el mostrador de circulación el 28 de
agosto.
Jueves Sept 16, 23,30, Oct 7, 14, 21, y 28 @ 4pm - 6pm
Important
Markham Board of Trustees
Closed Dates
Sept. 4th - close @ 1p
Sept. 6th
Labor Day Weekend
Oct. 11th
Glenda Timpton, President
Terry Durkin, Secretary
Roberdia South, Treasurer
Dr. Jacqueline Anderson, Trustee
Diane Bell, Trustee
Gregg Robinson, Trustee
LaToya Trotter, Trustee
Mary Ann Woods, Trustee
Steven R. Miller, Library Attorney
Columbus Day
Xavier Menzies, Library Director
Posen Board of Trustees
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please contact the library at 708-331-0130. We cannot ensure the availability of appropriate
accommodation with-out prior notification of need.
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