What’s New In Adult Programming October 2011

Be sure to check our Events Calender regularly to find out about new and exciting programming. Check out what October has to offer:

• Yoga
• Knitting and Crochet Class
• Knitter’s Nest Weekly Drop-In
• Drawing from A-Z
• Skin Care and Make-Up Application
• Enchanting Door County
• Truly Terrifying Thursdays
• Boil, Boil, Toil and Trouble Tea
• Genealogy Club
• E-Reader’s: Try It Before You Buy It
• Edgy Vampires in the Movies

We also have book clubs – because we know you LOVE to read:

• Coffee and Conversations
• Great Reads
• Horror Book Club
• X-Meets-Y for adults in their 20′s and 30′s

To check for dates and times and to register for these and many other exciting programs, you can visit us online, in person, or call 630-685-4176.

rozie

Celebrate National Game Day with Events Nov 12 and 13

Fountaindale Public Library is celebrating National Game Day with a lock-in on Friday, November 12th and a day of fun and games November 13th. Our first ever National Game Day lock-in will feature life sized Sorry and Candyland boards where YOU can be a game piece traveling the board!  The Game Show Gurus will host a “Family Feud” style game where two teams will compete to guess the top answers on the board. We’ll have video games, board games, card games, hula hoops, snacks, PRIZES AND MORE!!! Also, you can come in costume as your favorite game character.

And the fun doesn’t stop there … 

We’re continuing the celebration on Saturday, November 13 with a day full of fun and  games. Some of the events are:

• Senior Wii Sports for adults 55 years and older
• UNO Tournament for tweens grades 4-8
• Battleship Tournament for teens grades 6-12
• Super Smash Brothers Brawl Tournament for teens grades 6-12

Prizes will be awarded to the winners of the 3 Tournaments. 

We also have Family Gaming and you and your family can play games both electronic and traditional! Wii stations will be set up and board games will be provided. 

Games will be set up throughout the Teen Zone and Children’s Services Department so you can stop by anytime to play between 10-4

For specific times for these events, check out our Events Calendar

Registration is required for the Tournaments and can be done online, in person, or via phone @ 630-685-4181 or 630-685-4176 to register.

Other Information for the National Game Day Lock-In November 12:

 

For all ages 5 and up. Children 5th grade and under must be accompanied by at least one adult. No adults without children. Registration must be done in person or call 630-685-4181 or 630-685-4176.

 

Rozie

Super-Couponing with Jill Cataldo

On Saturday October 16, Fountaindale Public Library was pleased to welcome Jill Cataldo! What an amazing and informative presentation!  I was lucky enough to be in the audience and I can tell you I learned some useful tips to save hundreds on my family’s grocery bills – and the tips didn’t just apply to money spent on a food budget.

“You might be wondering, ‘Is it worth becoming a coupon shopper?’

The real question is… why wouldn’t you want to shop with coupons?

In life, we continually insist on the best prices for major purchases. We seek out the lowest price when buying a new car, booking the cheapest airfare, or finding the best deal on a new television. And yet, where groceries are concerned, most people don’t even give a second thought to what they’re paying for them. They go to the store and accept $150-$200 weekly grocery bills as part of life.

But groceries comprise one of the largest parts of our entire household budgets! If you knew you could easily cut that grocery bill by half or better, still buying the groceries and products you want and need, why wouldn’t you? With my system, coupon shoppers are happily spending a small amount of time each week, about a half-hour to an hour, to reduce their grocery bills by 30%, 50%, 75% or more.”  Excerpt taken from Jill Cataldo’s Super-Couponing web page.

Jill’s site is set up to help newbies and pros alike and has a getting started guide, coupon center for printing online coupons, and a coupon look-up guide that helps you easily locate coupons from the inserts that come in the Sunday paper. You can also check out Jill’s blog for her Deals of the Week posts, break downs of costs on ACTUAL shopping trips, more helpful tips, and the occasional give away.

“Jill Cataldo is also the author of the nationally-syndicated newspaper column, ‘Super-Couponing® Tips,’ read by over 20 million readers each week!

With “Super-Couponing® Tips,” (formerly “The Coupon Queen,”) Jill shares coupon tips and tricks, bringing a new Super-Couponing® lesson to readers, as well as answering questions from readers around the nation.

ABC’s Nightline called Jill’s column ‘Dear Abby with Coupons!’” Excerpt from Jill’s Super-Couponing web page.

Be sure to check our Events Calendar for upcoming events and for future programs featuring Jill Cataldo.

Rozie

What’s Going on in October?

There’s always something new and exciting happening at Fountaindale Public Library and we invite you to join us for the fun. Here’s what’s coming for the month of October:

• Wednesday Night Mystery Book Club
• Bolingbrook Writer’s Workshop
• Coffee and Conversation Book club
• Horror Book Discussion Group
• Super Couponing
• X Meets Y Book Club
• Yoga
• Genealogy Meeting
• Great Reads Book Club
• Organizing for the Holidays

As always we offer a selection of computer classes ranging from:

• Basic Computing
• Getting Started on the Internet
• Introduction to Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Intermediate Excel

For details, dates and times, or to register for these events, be sure to visit us online or on site. You can also reach us at 630-685-4176. Spaces may be limited so don’t wait; register today.

Rozie

What’s Going on in September?

There’s always something new and exciting happening at Fountaindale Public Library and we invite you to join us for the fun. Here’s what’s coming for the month of September:

• Yoga classes
• Coffee and Conversation Book Club
• AARP Driver Safety Program
• Genealogy Meeting
• Rubber Stamping Greeting
• Adult Gaming Club
• The Art House and Foreign Film Series
• Diabetes: What to Eat and When to Eat It

As always we offer a selection of computer classes ranging from:

• Basic Computing
• Getting Started on the Internet
• Introduction to Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Intermediate Excel

For details, dates and times, or to register for these events, be sure to visit us online or on site. You can also reach us at 630-685-4176. Spaces may be limited so don’t wait; register today.

Rozie

Free Computer Classes – WOO HOO!

It seems nowadays everywhere you go you see people on laptops and tapping away on PDAs. These little gadgets can seem intimidating at first, but ultimately provide many conveniences to make your life run smoother. Many of the programs used can save you time and help you get organized. BUT! How do you use them??? Well, did you know that computer classes are available through the Fountaindale Public Library District? These one time, two hour classes are free of charge and are offered to our adult patrons. The classes are intended to give users a basic introduction to a particular computer application program and we currently offer the following:

• Basic Computing – If you’ve never used a computer before, or you just need a refresher this class is for you. You will learn computer terms and receive hands-on instruction. You will learn how to turn the computer on and off, operate the mouse, open and close programs and files, and save and print documents
• Getting Started on the Internet – This class covers the basics of the Internet and you will learn how to perform simple searches and learn the basics of a web browser and email fundamentals. We will show you how to sign up for a free e-mail account online.
• Introduction to Microsoft Word - This class provides an introduction to word processing and teaches the basic features of Word 2007.  We will cover opening a document, saving a document, and printing a document.  We will also cover how to cut and paste, and how to make basic formatting changes.
• Microsoft Power Point – This class will cover the basics of PowerPoint, Microsoft’s presentation software.  It will cover how to create a slide, how to add text and graphics to a slide, as well as how to add effects to the presentation.
• Excel - This class will teach the basics of the Excel spreadsheet program.  In this introductory class you will learn how to create, navigate and format a worksheet.  In addition, you will also learn how to create formulas and save a workbook.
• Intermediate Excel - In this class you will build upon the basics learned in the first Excel class by teaching the database functions of the program.  You will learn many things including how to sort, filter, and link cells.

Registration is required and classes fill up quickly, so don’t wait to sign up for the next available class. Registration for September classes is now open so visit us online to save your seat. You can also give us a call to register at 630-685-4176, or stop by the Information Desk located downstairs. Our friendly staff is ready to help you, and we love to see new faces at the library.

Rozie

Menu Planning

Fall is approaching fast, and with it the hustle and bustle of life. Kids are heading back to school, joining clubs and sports teams [and visiting the library for books, of course ;)] Work meetings are growing in number, traffic jams are getting longer, and daily chores are piling up. Let’s face it; some of us are being pulled in a million ways at once. The last thing on our minds is “What do I eat?” Of course when your stomach is grumbling and begging for food, the last thing you want to do is waste time thinking about what to put in it. We put so much emphasis on the rest of our day, we rarely think about one of the most important, and often enjoyable, aspects of our day: Food! Eating a healthy diet keeps you energized and ready to tackle daily challenges, so if you’ve ever struggled with the questions of “What do I eat?”and “What’s for dinner?” we have the program for you. Beth Randall joins us on Aug 12, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m., at the Fountaindale Public Library to help you get organized with your menu planning. Beth will share the reasons for menu planning, healthy menu ideas, how to create fantastic school lunches, and various options to get you started on your menu.  Registration is required, and spaces are still available. Our friendly staff loves seeing new faces at the library so stop by and see us with questions, to sign up for programs, check out a good book, or just to say HI. You can also register online or give us a call at 630-685-4176.

Rozie

Organizing for Everyone

Do you have trouble with clutter? Are the stacks of mail and to do lists piling up? Do you find yourself stumped by what to do with the junk drawer – closet – room? Then you’re in luck!  Beth Randall, Certified Relocation and Transition Specialist for Joe Organizer, LLC will provide tips and ideas for tackling the day to day paper clutter that takes over, organizing clothes and accessories in your closets and organizing your kitchen to be more efficient. A step by step process of how to organize any space will be explained.

This event is free and will be held on July 7, 2010 at the Fountaindale Public Library from 7:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Don’t wait to register, spaces are limited.

Questions? Comments? Just give us a call at (630) 759-2102, or drop by. We love to see new faces at the library.

Rozie