Downers Grove Public Library Hosts November Events for Kids, Teens, Adults

Submitted by the Downers Grove Public Library.

The library will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 26 for Thanksgiving.

For Adults

Nonfiction Book Discussion: Alone Together: Why We Expect More from Technology and Less from Each Other by Sherry Turkle
Mon., Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m.
DGPL Conference Room A
Books available at the Ask Us Desk.

Bookology Fair
Sun., Nov. 8, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
A book fair open to all! Come make personal connections with our staff who will help you find your next favorite read. Giveaways, refreshments, and conversation. See more atwww.dglibrary.org/books/bookology

Getting Out of Debt
Tues., Nov. 10, 7:00 p.m.
Explore ways to eliminate debt in nine years or less without spending any additional money than you are now. Presented by Community Outreach for Financial Education.

Fiction Book Discussion: The Storied Life of AJ Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin
Thurs., Nov. 12, 7:30 p.m.
DGPL Conference Room A
Books available at the Ask Us Desk.

Family Portraits
Sat., Nov. 14, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. (Appointment required)
DGPL second floor Media Lab
Have your family portrait taken by professional photographer J. Michael Taylor. Registration required with a DGPL card. Space is limited, call Annie at (630) 960-1200 x305 to register.

Concert: West Towns Chorus
Sun., Nov. 15, 2:00 p.m.
The West Towns Chorus, one of the Chicago area’s premier men’s a cappella groups, returns for theSunday Afternoon Concert Series. Refreshments provided.

Start, Manage, & Market Your Business with ReferenceUSA
Mon., Nov. 16, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Second Floor Training Room
ReferenceUSA is a database providing access to information on over 25 million businesses and more than 262 million consumers. Business listings include such data as company names, phone numbers, addresses, key executive names, SIC Codes, employee size, and sales volume. At this session, entrepreneurs and business owners will learn how to use ReferenceUSA to find the mission critical information necessary to start, manage and grow a business. Lunch will be provided. Register at www.dglibrary.org/events.

Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed., Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m.
DGPL Meeting Room
Come meet our two new Board members. Agenda and minutes can be found at http://www.dglibrary.org/about/board-finances.

Changing the Face of Aging
Thurs., Nov. 19, 7:00 p.m.
DGPL Meeting Room
Keep your mind and body young and vibrant based on research that life gets better as we age. Presented by Jaime Lee Silver of Cantata Adult Life Services.

Unbound: Drinks & Jars Craft Meetup
Thurs., Nov. 19, 7:00 p.m.
Ballydoyle Irish Pub, 5157 Main St.
Gear up for the holidays by making a Pinterest-inspired decorative mason jars fit for a hostess gift, centerpiece, or present. Ages 21+.

For Kids

Storytimes
Mondays, Nov. 2 - 30, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Tuesdays, Nov. 3 - 24, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Wednesdays., Nov. 4 - 25, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Saturdays, Nov. 7 - 28, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Stories, songs, and fingerplays, oh my!

Tottercize
Mondays, Nov. 2 - 30, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
DGPL Kids Program Room
Learn skills about healthy movement, coordination, and balance. Each class includes dramatic movement, cardio and a “cool down” story. Ages 3+. One child per adult please! Register at www.dglibrary.org/events

Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays, Nov. 3 - 24, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
For toddlers up to 36 months. Songs, rhymes, stories, and movement activities are selected to promote early literacy, vocabulary, and motor skills. One child per adult please!

Mini Mad Scientists
Wednesdays, Nov. 4 - 25, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
We will be exploring the simple science of bubbles, wind, color, volcanoes, and a story. Dress for messy. Register at www.dglibrary.org/events. For kids 3+. Only one child per adult.

Read to the Dogs
Thurs., Nov. 12, 7:00 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.

Dave DiNaso Reptile Show
Sat., Nov. 14, 2:00 p.m.
DGPL Meeting Room
Reptile specialist Dave DiNaso introduces children to a variety of snakes and other reptiles in an up-close, hands-on experience. Children must attend with an adult.

Tinkercad
Wed., Nov. 18, 4:30 p.m.
Learn about the computer program Tinkered and create something for the 3D printer. Register at www.dglibrary.org/events. For grades 4-8.

Scratchboard Turkey
Mon., Nov. 23, 1:00 p.m.
Illustrator Terri Murphy is back just in time for Thanksgiving to show you how to make a Scratchboard Turkey using oil pastels, paint, and scratchboards! Register at www.dglibrary.org/events. For ages 8-13.

Gingerbread Storytime
Fri., Nov. 27, 3:30 p.m.
DGPL Meeting & Program Rooms
Run, run as fast as you can, to hear some stories about the Gingerbread Man! Immediately following storytime, join the procession from Curtiss Street to the Tree Lighting Ceremony. Parking is limited, please plan ahead.

Family Movie: Minions
Sat., Nov. 28, 2:00 p.m.
DGPL Kids Program Room
Watch Minions on our giant screen! Bring a blanket and a pillow to enjoy the show. Popcorn provided. Rated PG.