Downers Grove Public Library to Host January Events for Kids, Teens, Adults

Submitted by the Downers Grove Public Library.

Downers Grove, IL -

Library closings:

• Thursday, Dec. 31 - closed at 5 p.m.
• Friday, Jan. 1 - New Years Day
• Friday, Jan. 15 - Staff In-Service Day

For Adults

Concert: Suenos Latin Jazz Quartet
Sun., Jan. 10, 2 p.m.
Songs tracing the history of Latin-American jazz from the early 1900s to today. In conjunction with the library’s 125th anniversary celebration.

Adventures in Broadcasting: WGN Memories
Sat., Jan. 16, 2 p.m.
Former TV and radio personality Gene Doretti shares stories from working in the biz. In conjunction with the library’s 125th anniversary celebration.

English Conversation Group
Sun., Jan. 17, 1 – 3 p.m.
Practice speaking English in a relaxed space. Offered monthly. Led by Literacy DuPage.

Taxes Are Everyone’s Business
Tues., Jan. 19, 7 p.m.
Judi Strauss reviews changes in tax laws.

Great Decisions
Tues., Jan. 26, 7 p.m.
Discuss foreign policy and current events.Contact Nancy Peraino at (630) 968–8706.

Board of Trustees MeetingWed., Jan. 27, 7:30 p.m.
DGPL Meeting Room
Agenda and minutes can be found at dglibrary.org/about/board-finances.

Adult Coloring Meetup
Thurs., Jan. 28, 7 p.m.
Ballydoyle, 5157 Main St.
Drop in for a drink and a relaxing night of coloring. Ages 21+.

Meet Bertha Palmer
Sun., Jan. 31, 2 p.m.
Leslie Goddard portrays 1890s Chicago socialite, wife of real estate magnate Potter Palmer, and pace-setting arts patron. In conjunction with the library’s 125th anniversary celebration.

For Teens

Exam Cram
Friday, Jan. 8 - Wednesday, Jan. 13
Prepare for final exams at the library. Snacks provided.

Tinkercad & 3D Printng
Thurs., Jan. 21, 7 p.m.
Training Room
Learn to code using Tinkercad and 3D print whatever you design you create. Register at dglibrary.org/events.

FAFSA Workshop
Thurs., Jan. 21, 7 p.m.
Training Room
Receive one-on-one assistance filling out your FAFSA forms from an Illinois Student Assistance Commission representative .Register at dglibrary.org/events. You’ll be contacted prior to your appointment with your individual time and which documents to bring.

For Kids

Storytimes
Mondays, 9:30 - 10 a.m.
Tuesdays, 9:30 - 10 a.m.
Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10 a.m.
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7 p.m.
*New evening time! Saturdays, 9:30 - 10 a.m.
Stories, songs and fingerplays, oh my!

Tottercize
Mondays, Jan. 4 - Feb. 1, 10:30 a.m.
Kids Program Room
Assists in developing healthy movement, coordination, and balance. For children 3+. Register at dglibrary.org/events.

Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays, Jan. 5 - Feb. 2, 10:30 a.m.
For toddlers 12-36 months.

Mini Mad Scientists
Wednesdays, Jan. 6 - Feb. 3, 10:30 a.m.
Learn the science behind bubbles, volcanoes, and more! Register at dglibrary.org/events

Saturday Family Movies
Sat., Jan. 9, 2 p.m. - Snow Day
Sat., Jan. 23, 2 p.m. - Eight Below
Kids Program Room
Warm up inside with a movie on our big screen. Popcorn provided.

Read to the Dogs
Thurs., Jan. 14, 7 p.m.
Share a story with some good doggy listeners. Therapy dogs will be here to listen to children read stories to them. Reading to these dogs can improve children’s reading and communication skills while also being fun! Call (630) 960-1200 to schedule a 15-minute slot.

Karate Demonstration
Mon., Jan. 18, 2 p.m.
DGPL Kids Program Room
Illustrator Terri Murphy introduces you to the art of zentangle. After looking at patterns in nature, create a unique animal from checkerboards, spirals, weaves, and geometric shapes. For school-age children. Registration is required at dglibrary.org/events

Family Dance Party
Fri., Jan. 20, 6:30 – 7 p.m.
Dance the night away with our favorite storytime songs!

Homeschool Hangout
Thurs., Jan. 21, 10 a.m.
Meet fellow homeschool kids for a tour of the library and fun with technology. For grades 4-8.

Lego Build for Families
Thurs., Jan. 21, 7 - 8 p.m.
Build your own creations with our Legos. The them is imaginary creatures. Reserve your spot at dglibrary.org/events beginning Jan. 7.

BeTweens: Media Lab Tour
Thurs., Jan. 28, 4 p.m.
For grades 4-8.

Chicago Wolves Read to Succeed Winter Reading Program
Jan. 4 - 31
Fill out a raffle entry for every book you read to try for a Wolves prize pack! For independent readers through eighth grade.

Bookmark Contest
Jan. 4 - Feb. 8
Pick up an entry form at the Kids Room Desk. This contest is judged by the Downers Grove Breakfast Kiwanis Club. For grades K-8.