Friday, March 18
• Crafting for the Community Circle
From 10-11 a.m. at the Large Meeting Room of the Addison Public Library, join us for a crafting circle with a focus on donating to local organizations. We will be working on no-sew fleece blankets. Registration is required due to limited supplies. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
• Movement stations (for kids)
From 10 a.m.-noon at the Addison Public Library, drop in and get moving! At this program for littles we’ll have some special toys for you to try. Practice yoga moves, walk the balance beam, or move across some stepping stones. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
• Medication management
From 1-2 p.m. at the Addison Public Library presented by Duly Health and Care. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
Monday, March 21-Friday, March 25
• Teen library card sign-up drive
Come to the Hive after school every day from 3-4:30 p.m. to sign up for a library card. Make sure you bring your school ID when you sign up.
All teens who sign up for their Addison Public Library card will receive a free gift. For grades 6 and up. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
• Hive Mind (for teens)
Chill out with us from 3-4:30 p.m. All week, we’ll showcase different ways to calm down, focus, and recharge. Try some ASMR, simple crafts, or talk with experts about mental health. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
Monday, March 21
• Book discussion: “Girl A” by Abigail Dean
Starting at 10 a.m. at the Community Rec Center, 120 E. Oak St., what begins as a tale of escape and survival becomes a gripping psychological family story about the shifting alliances and betrayals of sibling relationships and the secrets siblings keep, from themselves and each other. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
• String art (grades 2 and up)
From 6-6:45 p.m. at the Addison Public Library, create a spring-inspired design using push pins and string. Limit 8 participants. Recommended for grades 2 and up. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
• Job search like a pro: Linkedin
From 7-8 p.m. on Zoom via the Addison Public Library, Erica Reckamp of Job Search Like a Pro, TopResume,
ZipJob, and Monster.com joins us to show you how to create a profile that attracts positive attention, gets the attention of hiring managers, and builds a professional web presence. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
Tuesday, March 22
• Green up your business
From noon-1 p.m. on Zoom via the Addison Public Library, learn eco-friendly tips that will save you money and save the environment. S.C.A.R.C.E. will cover green audits and other simple, attainable changes you can make to your business. Co-hosted by the Addison Chamber of Commerce & Industry. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
• Microsoft Word basics
Starting at 7 p.m. at the Adult Program Room of the Addison Public Library, while you may know how to open a document in Word and start typing, there is much more it can do. This class will teach Word skills such as using menus and formatting text. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
Wednesday, March 23
• Ladies Night Wine and Golf
Ninety (90) minutes of golfing fun includes instruction from a certified PGA coach at Links and Tees Golf Dome starting at 7:30 p.m. Info: addisonparks.org
• Let’s fly! Story time
From 10-10:30 a.m. at the Addison Public Library, celebrate flight. Join us for stories and crafts all about flying. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
• Mid-day desk stretch
Starting at 11 a.m. on Zoom via the Addison Public Library, join us for a series of low-impact stretching exercises we can do in our home or work offices to offset our sedentary work lives. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
• Project Fresh (for teens)
Starting at 3 p.m. at the Addison Public Library, each month we’ll give you a bag of fruits and veggies, a secret ingredient to make them delicious, and a new challenge to develop your cooking skills. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
• Meet the threats
Starting at 7 p.m. at the Large Meeting Room of the Addison Public Library, share your opinions at this roundtable discussion of current events from foreign policy and social issues to the business world and the legal system. If you’re concerned about the direction the U.S. is heading, this program is for you. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
Thursday, March 24
• Robot Club (for kids)
From 4-4:45 p.m. at the Addison Public Library, have you ever wanted your own robot? Come check out our Coji bots and learn how they work. Limit 5 participants.
• What Ted Lasso should teach you about your career
From 7-8 p.m. on Zoom via the Addison Public Library, Ted Lasso is more than just a popular streaming show; it provides lessons that can help you have a better career. In this entertaining session, you’ll discover how the lessons from the show can be applied to help make you successful in all that you do. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
Friday, March 25
• Signs of a stroke
From 10-11 a.m. at the Large Meeting Room of the Addison Public Library, presented by Duly Health and Care. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
• Windows video editor basics
From 1-2 p.m. at the Adult Program Room of the Addison Public Library, learn the basics of the free Windows Video Editor available on Windows 10 PCs. Video clips to edit will be provided during this class. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
Ongoing events
English conversation groups
At 2 p.m. Mondays on Zoom, and at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at the Adult Program Room of the Addison Public Library, practice listening and speaking skills in a small group setting. Learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
Story time on Zoom
On Mondays from 10-10:30 a.m. March 21-April 11, stories, songs and more! Geared towards ages 2-5 but all ages welcome. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
Creative Corner
On Mondays March 21 and 28 from 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. at the Addison Public Library, join us for books, rhymes, songs, and crafts and also learn a few words in Polish! Drop-in. Info: Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
Story time inside
From 10-10:30 a.m. Thursdays March 24 and 31, at the Addison Public Library, stories, songs and more that are geared toward ages infant to 3 years old, but all ages are welcome. Call 630-543-3617 or learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
English reading circle
At 11 a.m. Tuesdays at the Adult Program Room of the Addison Public Library. Learn more at: addisonlibrary.org/events
¡Hola! (drop-in)
Join the Addison Public Library on Thursdays from 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. for an in-person bilingual story time in Spanish and English. Drop-in. Info: addisonlibrary.org or call 630-543-3617.
Computer basics
Learn computer basics from 6-7 p.m. at the Adult Program Room of the Addison Public Library. Info: addisonlibrary.org or call 630-543-3617.
Heroes story time
From 10-10:30 a.m. at the Addison Public Library, join us for stories and activities about everyday heroes, superheroes, and more. Info: addisonlibrary.org or call 630-543-3617.
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