DPPL Events

i have a voice Special Exhibit

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - All Day

A traveling gallery of beautifully shot portraits of children and adults with Down syndrom, that capture their wisdom, their strength and their very essence. Located in the Youth Services Department, this gallery will inspire you to believe in the possibilities and joys of individuals with Down Syndrome. The i have a voice project and traveling gallery are brought to you by GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome awareness centers in partnership with the Chicago-based ideas company BAGBY and photographer Thomas Balsamo. More info about GiGi's Playhouse at www.gigisplayhouse.org. Sponsored by Friends of the Library

Intermediate Internet Searching

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Computer Lab

Now that you know your way around the Net, it’s time to expand your searching know-how. We’ll show you some tips and tricks for smarter searching and a few useful web sites you may not know about.

Drop-In Storytime for 3-5 year olds

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 10:30 AM
Where: Storytime Room

Stories, Music, and Rhyming just right for your 3-5 year old. Drop in to have a good time... we have recreated storytime to be a half hour filled with more fun than ever before.

i have a voice Special Exhibit

When: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 - All Day

A traveling gallery of beautifully shot portraits of children and adults with Down syndrom, that capture their wisdom, their strength and their very essence. Located in the Youth Services Department, this gallery will inspire you to believe in the possibilities and joys of individuals with Down Syndrome. The i have a voice project and traveling gallery are brought to you by GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome awareness centers in partnership with the Chicago-based ideas company BAGBY and photographer Thomas Balsamo. More info about GiGi's Playhouse at www.gigisplayhouse.org. Sponsored by Friends of the Library

Junior Great Books - Middle Group

When: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 - 12:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Moderator led discussions of short stories and excerpts from classic books.

Meet with Congresswoman Schakowsky's Office

When: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 - 1:30 PM
Where: Study Room 3009

Ann Limjoco from Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky's office will answer your personal questions about immigration,visas, social security, veterans' benefits, and more. Drop by Congresswoman Schakowsky's library office any time between 1:30 and 5:00.

i have a voice Special Exhibit

When: Thursday, November 26, 2009 - All Day

A traveling gallery of beautifully shot portraits of children and adults with Down Syndrome, that capture their wisdom, their strength and their very essence. Located in the Youth Services Department, this gallery will inspire you to believe in the possibilities and joys of individuals with Down Syndrome. The i have a voice project and traveling gallery are brought to you by GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome awareness centers in partnership with the Chicago-based ideas company BAGBY and photographer Thomas Balsamo. More info about GiGi's Playhouse at www.gigisplayhouse.org. Sponsored by Friends of the Library

i have a voice Special Exhibit

When: Friday, November 27, 2009 - All Day

A traveling gallery of beautifully shot portraits of children and adults with Down syndrom, that capture their wisdom, their strength and their very essence. Located in the Youth Services Department, this gallery will inspire you to believe in the possibilities and joys of individuals with Down Syndrome. The i have a voice project and traveling gallery are brought to you by GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome awareness centers in partnership with the Chicago-based ideas company BAGBY and photographer Thomas Balsamo. More info about GiGi's Playhouse at www.gigisplayhouse.org. Sponsored by Friends of the Library

i have a voice Special Exhibit

When: Saturday, November 28, 2009 - All Day

A traveling gallery of beautifully shot portraits of children and adults with Down syndrom, that capture their wisdom, their strength and their very essence. Located in the Youth Services Department, this gallery will inspire you to believe in the possibilities and joys of individuals with Down Syndrome. The i have a voice project and traveling gallery are brought to you by GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome awareness centers in partnership with the Chicago-based ideas company BAGBY and photographer Thomas Balsamo. More info about GiGi's Playhouse at www.gigisplayhouse.org. Sponsored by Friends of the Library

i have a voice Special Exhibit

When: Sunday, November 29, 2009 - All Day

A traveling gallery of beautifully shot portraits of children and adults with Down syndrom, that capture their wisdom, their strength and their very essence. Located in the Youth Services Department, this gallery will inspire you to believe in the possibilities and joys of individuals with Down Syndrome. The i have a voice project and traveling gallery are brought to you by GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome awareness centers in partnership with the Chicago-based ideas company BAGBY and photographer Thomas Balsamo. More info about GiGi's Playhouse at www.gigisplayhouse.org. Sponsored by Friends of the Library

Holidays Around the World

When: Sunday, November 29, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Friends Room B/C

Kidworks Touring Theatre Co. brings holiday traditions celebrated around the globe: First Christmas tree story from Germany, play the Channukah Dreidel game, African American Kwanzaa ceremony, Chinese New Year Dragon. Loaded with audience parcipation!

Junior Great Books - Beginner group

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - 12:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Moderator led discussions of short stories and excerpts from classic books.

Young Adult Writing Group

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - 1:30 PM
Where: Storytime Room

Writing exercises led by an experienced instructor.

Junior Great Books - Older Group

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - 3:00 PM
Where: Rotary Heritage Reading Room

Moderator led discussions of short stories and excerpts from classic books.

Intermediate Internet Searching

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - 6:30 PM
Where: Computer Lab

Now that you know your way around the Net, it’s time to expand your searching know-how. We’ll show you some tips and tricks for smarter searching and a few useful web sites you may not know about.