Downers Grove Public Library Sets May Events for Kids, Teens, Adults

Submitted by the Downers Grove Public Library.

Downers Grove, IL -

For All

Food for Fines
Sat., Apr. 30 - Sun., May 8
In conjunction with our 125th anniversary, donate food to those in need. For each item brought in, $1 will be waived from your account. Bring unexpired canned goods, cereal, peanut butter, paper products, and toiletries to the Circulation Desk on the first floor.

125th Day of the Year
Wed., May 4, 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Stop by the lobby for balloons, party hats, and bookmarks - because what better reason to celebrate than it being the 125th day of our 125th year!

Movie - Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Wed., May 4, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.Sat., May 7, 10:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
In celebration of May the fourth, watch the newest Star Wars movie on the big screen. Popcorn provided. In this thrilling continuation of the epic space opera, ex-stormtrooper Finn (John Boyega), scrappy desert dweller Rey (Daisy Ridley), and droid companion BB-8 get caught up in a galactic war when they come across a map containing the whereabouts of the vanished Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill). Rated PG-13.

Summer Reading Club Kickoff Party
Sun., May 22, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Help us Celebrate Stories by picking up your first Summer Reading Club entry form. Clubs begin today and run through July 31. Enjoy music, balloon animals, snacks, and giveaways for all.

For Adults

Book Discussions
Mon., May 2, 7:30 p.m. - Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates
Thurs., May 12, 7:30 p.m. - Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel
DGPL Conference Room A
Books are available at the Ask Us Desk one month before each discussion.

Live Music: Downers Grove Music Club Performance
Tues., May 3, 7:00 p.m.Refreshments provided.

125th Anniversary: Celebrating the Victorian Garden
Thurs., May 5, 7:00 p.m.
What do carpet beds, moon gardens, cottage gardens, specimen trees, snowball bushes, and fragrant peonies have in common? They are all part of the tapestry that made up the Victorian-era garden in America. Nina Koziol presents the garden design ideas that were popular when the Downers Grove Public Library was founded. You'll find several ideas that are still useful in today's home gardens.

125th Anniversary: Historic Recognition & Landmarking Your Home
Sat., May 7, 2:00 p.m.
In honor of Founders Day, learn how you can research the history of your home, participate in the Historic Homes Recognition Program, and how your home could be a candidate for landmarking. Downers Grove Museum and Village of Downers Grove representatives will explain the procedures on how to apply and be recognized.

Great Decisions
Tues., May 10, 7:00 p.m.
Tues., May 24, 7:00 p.m.
Discuss foreign policy and current events with the League of Women Voters. Contact Nancy Peraino at (630) 968–8706.

English Conversation Group
Sun., May 15, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Practice speaking English in a relaxed space. Offered monthly. Led by Literacy DuPage.

125th Anniversary: Dating Photographs Through Clothing
Thurs., May 19, 7:00 p.m.
Learn how to determine an approximate date of your photographs and facial recognition tricks for unidentified family members. Bring photographs with you to try using the techniques you learn. Presented by Ellie Carlson. Hosted by DGPL's Genealogy Club.

Friends of the Library Adventures in Travel
Fri., May 20, 7:30 p.m.
Mary Lou Rauh presents her travel adventures from Russia.

125th Anniversary Concert: Big Bands' Best
Sun., May 22, 2:00 p.m.
The Steve Cooper Orchestra plays all of the big band favorites and some New Orleans and Dixieland jazz. Refreshments provided.

Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed., May 25, 7:30 p.m.
DGPL Meeting Room
Agenda and minutes can be found at http://www.dglibrary.org/about-us/board-finances.

For Teens

Hackathon
Sun., May 1, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
DGPL Training RoomLearn the basics of coding with Ruby, an object-oriented scripting language. While everyone will have their own computer, participants are encouraged to help and brainstorm with each other. Register at www.dglibrary.org/events.

Exam Cram
Tues., May 31, 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Wed., June 1, 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Study for final exams! We have many spaces throughout the library where students can study be themselves or in groups: Teen Central, the first floor Meeting Room, or anywhere there's a seat! Snacks and pizza will be provided.

For Kids

Drop-In Craft
Tues., May 3, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Stop by the Kids Room to make a craft.

Family Dance Party
Fri., May 6, 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
If you love jamming in our storytimes then join us for an evening dance party and get your groove on with our favorite storytime songs!

Free Comic Book Day
Sat., May 7, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Come to the library and pick out a free comic book for yourself. Be sure to wear your favorite t-shirts and costumes to celebrate! While supplies last.

Saturday Morning Storytime
Saturdays May 7 - 28, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Stories, songs, and fingerplays, oh my!

Saturday Family Movies
Sat., May 7, 2:00 p.m. - The Incredibles
Kids Program Room
Watch a movie on our big screen. Popcorn provided.

Lego Build: Your Favorite Book
Thurs., May 19, 7:00 p.m.
Let's see what you can create with our Legos. This program is geared to school-age children, although children of all ages are welcome to attend.