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Arlington Heights Memorial
LIBRARY
JANUARY 2018 adding value in your life
Welcoming everyone
Early accounts by
visitors to the Village’s
DEAR first rendition of a
public library – the
ladies’ reading circle
READER
in 1887 – reveal the
welcoming atmosphere as
a characteristic that made
this library unique. We
are proud that more than
a century later, visitors
to the library still report
feeling welcomed. In
Angela Jones
January 2017, the Board
of Library Trustees added
diversity and inclusion to Community Engagement Liaison
the library’s values. These
values are an extension of
that welcoming tradition.
Our commitment to diversity means that we reach out to everyone in our community, and that we are mindful
and respectful of differences. Welcoming everyone, and providing our services in a way that people do not feel
excluded, reflects our value of inclusion.
As the library’s Community Engagement Liaison, I work across departments
to ensure our staff collaborates with the community in ways that support these
values. You will find me, with other members of our staff, outside of the library
delivering services in partnership with other local agencies. In my role, I am
particularly passionate about making sure that everyone in the village has a voice
in how the library can best be of service. I believe everyone has a story to tell and
something to contribute to make the library a strong and vibrant community
resource.
Fall craft program at Over the last few months, we have had a series of conversations with community leaders on current needs
Stonebridge Apartments
among residents and are grateful for the robust feedback on the challenges that some residents face. We will
continue these conversations and strengthen our local partnerships.
An upcoming collaboration we are excited to share is the production of a community mural honoring the
legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as part of our MLK Day program on January 15. We invite everyone to
participate in this volunteer service project honoring the legacy of Dr. King’s dream while hearing local youth
share stories about what the legacy of the dream has meant for them. We hope you will join us this month, and
at future programs, as we work to bring our community together in new and unique ways.
Community Mural Project
Monday, January 15, 10 a.m., noon or 2 p.m. / Cardinal Room
How has Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream been realized in Arlington Heights? Join us, in partnership with
the Newcomer Center at District 214, in creating a mural to highlight Dr. King’s legacy in our community.
Contribute your creativity to the mural, designed and led by renowned artist Gino Savarino. Sign up for one of
three sessions to participate: 10 a.m., noon or 2 p.m. Each group will collaborate to paint, enjoy refreshments,
meet neighbors and Newcomer high school students, and share stories of immigration, hopes and dreams.
Drop in to see the project in action anytime from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. For teens and adults.
REGISTER STARTING JANUARY 2
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A good plan begins
you with
Help plan the library’s future
The Arlington Heights Memorial Library is undergoing a strategic
planning process and would like your input and comments. As part of the
process, we are conducting an online community survey.
We encourage all residents – whether or not you use the library regularly
– to complete the survey.
A link to the survey and more information can be found at
ahml.info. Paper copies of the survey will also be available at the library,
Senior Center and on the bookmobile. The short survey only takes 10–15
minutes to complete. It includes an open-ended comment section, and all
suggestions for the future direction of the library are encouraged.
All survey responses are confidential. Survey results, along with input
from the Board, community stakeholders and library staff, will form the
basis for the strategic plan.
Don’t miss this opportunity to impact the future of the library.
Visit ahml.info to take the survey starting January 1.
ahml.info
5-star library for 10 years in a row
For the tenth consecutive year, Arlington Heights Memorial Library has received a five-star
rating in Library Journal’s national rating of public libraries. Five stars is the highest rating that
a library can receive. Our library is one of only 13 public libraries nationwide to have earned a
five-star rating for the past decade.
“We continue to remain strong in library visits, circulation and program attendance. We
attribute this to exceptional staff and an engaged community that strongly support the library,”
said Mike Driskell, Acting Executive Director. “This award is really about being in tune with
our community and providing the services that they want, when they want them. Responsive
change to align services with needs is key to receiving this award year after year. Our mission is
to focus completely on the community to identify the services and programs that our residents
need and do whatever we can to make them happen.”
7,409 U.S. public libraries qualified for Library Journal’s rating index in 2017.Twenty-two
libraries in Illinois were named Star Libraries for 2017, and out of these, our library is just one of
six public libraries in the state to earn a top five-star rating.
JANUARY 2018 3
BUSINESS
Get advice to start your
home-based business
As a young girl growing up Portland, Ore., Mary Hamilton fondly recalls Saturday mornings
spent with her dad hitting garage sales, scouring for treasures, “It was always the thrill of the
hunt…whatever came our way, whatever caught our eye.”
Decades later, that same passion for ‘the hunt’ led the now Arlington Heights resident to the
library’s Business Services department. Mary wanted to know – could she use her keen eye for
collectible glassware to start her own online business? She scheduled an appointment and met
one-on-one with a business specialist to help answer that question.
“That meeting 100 percent for sure was my motivation,” Hamilton said. “Having someone who
knows the business world encouraging me, made me feel like I was on the right path.”
The meeting resulted in a lot of practical advice, too, like establishing banking, obtaining a
State of Illinois business license and structuring workflow. She also got tips on photography and
marketing her products visually online.
“The best advice of all was that once you create your business, how important it is to stay
focused and true to your brand,” she said. As Hamilton began building her online shop, she
enrolled in the library’s Quickbooks for the Small Business Owner and Creating a Business Presence on Facebook classes and
continued to educate herself about collectibles by checking out reference books from the library.
The result of her efforts debuted last July – Banbury Cross Vintage, an Etsy shop featuring vintage glassware and treasures. The
online store has received more than 10,000 visitors from around the world.
“When you’re starting a business, it can be intimidating because you are putting yourself out there,” Hamilton said. “But
everyone at the library has been really supportive, and with it being the library you know there is no ulterior motive. No one is
trying to sell you anything. They really are just there for you and supporting the community.”
PROGRAMS FOR BUSINESS
SCORE Business Business Book Discussion Improv Skills for Business
Mentoring Wednesday, January 10, 6:30–8 p.m. Thursday, January 18, 7–8:30 p.m.
Thursdays, January 4 and February 1 25N Coworking Cardinal Room
9 a.m.–noon / Appointment Room 3400 West Stonegate Blvd. Improv skills are often associated
SCORE is the nation’s largest Join us for an evening of networking with comedy, where quick thinking
network of volunteer business and a discussion of Building a is necessary, but these same skills
mentors and is a resource partner StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message can be invaluable when applied to
of the U.S. Small Business So Customers Will Listen by business situations. Join Jim Waszak
Administration. SCORE mentors Donald Miller at 25N Coworking. of Success Enhancement, Inc. to
are successful current and former Refreshments provided. Call learn to assess a situation quickly
executives representing many skill 847-392-0100 or stop by the Info Desk and build your confidence in public
areas and industries. Request a to REGISTER and pick up a copy of speaking. REGISTER
mentoring meeting at the book.
chicago.score.org. REGISTER
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PROGRAMS FOR Pardon Our Dust:
KIDS Kids’ World closed for exhibit installation
Kids’ World will be closed beginning at 5 p.m. Monday, January 15 and all day Tuesday,
January 16 for the installation of XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness. Kids’ World
will reopen at 9 a.m. Wednesday, January 17. All Kids’ Worldstorytimes on Tuesday and
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Wednesday, January 16–17, are cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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REGISTER JANUARY 2 at any public desk,
847-392-0100 or at ahml.info.
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Unless noted, every person attending a program
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must sign up.
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DAY-OF TICKETS Space is limited; tickets are
given on a first-come, first-served basis at the
Kids’ World Desk before the program begins.
Milk and Cookies Storytime
Tuesdays, January 2 and February 6
10–10:30 a.m.
Panera Bread, 5 W. Rand Rd.
Join us for milk, cookies and stories at
Panera Bread at the Annex of Arlington.
Limited seating is available and children
must be registered to attend. For ages 2–5.
REGISTER
Brick Tech 8.9
Book Buddies
Wednesday, January 3, 3–4 p.m.
Lindsey Room Wednesdays, 6:30–7 p.m , January 10, 17, 24 and 31 / Lindsey Room
Using LEGO WeDo kits, build a creature Sit down with one of our teen volunteers and share a book together. Read aloud then talk
then code it to create a moving robot. For about the story you just read. For ages 5 and up. REGISTER
Arlington Heights cardholders only. For
grades 2–3. REGISTER
Wonder Time Thursday Fun Night
Saturday, January 6 Thursdays, 6:30–7 p.m. / Lindsey Room
3:30–4:15 p.m. Join us every Thursday evening for family fun.
Lindsey Room Ages 0–6, siblings welcome. DAY-OF TICKETS
Bring your budding
January 4 – Mini Movers
scientist to Wonder
Enjoy songs, stories, musical instruments and
Time, a STEM
dramatic movement.
storytime where we
will read, ask questions January 11 and 25 - Jammin’ in My Jammies
Yarn Art and engage in hands- Put on your favorite PJs and be ready for fun.
Friday, January 5, 1–2 p.m. / Lindsey Room on learning. For ages
January 18 – Winter Time
3–5. REGISTER
See what you can create using yarn, paint Join us for a warm and cozy winter storytime.
and other craft materials. For grades 2–3.
REGISTER
JANUARY 2018 5
PROGRAMS FOR
KIDS
REGISTER JANUARY 2 at any public desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info.
Unless noted, every person attending a program must sign up.
DAY-OF TICKETS Space is limited; tickets are given on a first-come, first-served basis at
the Kids’ World Desk before the program begins.
LEGO Club Sensory Storytime
Thank you Tuesday, January 9, 4–5 p.m.
Friday, February 2, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 13, 3:30–4:15 p.m.
Lindsey Room
Laura Nu meroff Lindsey Room
Calling all Master Builders! Toss
A small-group program for children
of all abilities, especially suited to
those instructions aside and let your those with autism spectrum disorders,
imagination soar. Make incredible sensory processing issues or who
models using our LEGO bricks. For all are differently-abled. We will engage
ages. DROP IN children through stories, sensory play
and music in a supportive setting.
DAY-OF TICKETS limited to 12
children ages 3–8 and their families.
Please contact the library if your party
Early Intervention requires accommodations.
Playgroup
Tuesday, January 9, 10–11 a.m.
Lindsey Room
An inclusive playgroup for children Minecraft Mania
who receive therapy services. This
unique playgroup offers opportunities Saturdays, January 13 and February 3
for children to play while families 2–3:30 p.m. / Training Center
meet and find support. Contact the Using Minecraft’s creative mode,
library if you need accommodations. build and decorate an object related
Young fan, Connor, shared his book, Facilitated by Beth Deiter, speech- to a theme. We will supply the laptops
If You Give a Hippo a Hot Dog, with the author language pathologist. For ages 0–5, and accounts. For third-graders.
at her recent visit to the library. siblings welcome. DROP IN REGISTER
Sunday, January 14, 2–3 p.m.
First Grade I Can Read Lindsey Room
Monday, January 8, 6–7 p.m. Improve your game by learning
Wednesday, January10, 4:15–5:15 p.m. a new strategy, then test it out
on a new opponent. Presented
Kids’ World
by Afterschool Enrichment
Calling all first graders! Read a
Solutions/Chess Scholars.
familiar book all by yourself to a
Some knowledge of the
librarian. Have your picture taken to
game is required. For age
honor your accomplishment. Your
6–grade 6. REGISTER
photo can be displayed in our I Can
Read area. Drop in anytime within the
hour. For first-graders. DROP IN
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weekly
storytime in the
lindsey room
Connect with other
new parents at All storytimes are held weekly in the Lindsey
Room and require DAY-OF TICKETS.
meet-up group
Space is limited; tickets are given on a first-
come, first-served basis at the Kids’ World
Desk before storytime begins. Unless noted,
for Arlington Heights cardholders only.
No storytimes on
Monday, January 1; Tuesday, January 16
or Wednesday, January 17
BABY TIME Infants–18 months with adult
Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.
Fridays, 9:30 a.m.
Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. - Open to all
TODDLER TIME 19–35 months with adult
Mondays, 9:30 a.m.
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.
“Go, Nora, go!” cheered Annie Powers A nurse from Northwest Community
Fridays, 10:30 a.m.
as her two-month-old daughter, Nora, Hospital is sometimes present at the
began to roll on her back. sessions to help facilitate conversations.
Seven-month-old Camryn sat next to During a recent meet-up, Nurse
KIDS’ TIME Ages 3–5 with adult
her and watched. Cornelia Johnson talked about how to Mondays, 10:30 a.m.
find reliable online resources. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.
“Two weeks ago she can’t sit properly
and now she’s sitting,” said Sunny “You can sit at home all day with your
Sklierenko, Camryn’s mother. baby and your computer and go, ‘I don’t
MY TIME Ages 3–6 Adult not required
Light-hearted, supportive moments know why my baby is doing this,’ but Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m. - Open to all
like this are what happen at First Time when you hear from other moms saying
Parent’s Meet-Up, a drop-in program in ‘this is why,’ [it helps],” Johnson said.
Kids’ World that allows parents to come
FAMILY TIME Infants–6 years with adult
together and find support. “You get a lot of good advice and it’s Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. - Open to all
good for socialization, Powers added.
“Life is busy, which is why it’s nice Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. - Open to all
“especially for a stay-at-home mom.”
to have a drop-in program,” said
Sklierenko, who has attended several First Time Parent’s Meet-Up continues PLAYGROUPS All ages with adult
meetings. “I can just come in and Sunday, January 14 and Monday,
actually meet with other parents and January 22 in the Cardinal Room. More Mondays, 10:15 a.m. - Open to all
feel like I can have a couple minutes of information on page 13. Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. - Open to all
normalcy because home is just crazy.” Thursdays, 10:15 a.m. - Open to all
JANUARY 2018 7
REGISTER JANUARY 2 at any public desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info. Unless noted,
PROGRAMS FOR every person attending a program must sign up.
KIDS DAY-OF TICKETS Space is limited; tickets are given on a first-come, first-served basis at
the Kids’ World Desk before the program begins.
Number Ninjas: Winter Math
Friday, January 26, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Cardinal Room
Explore fun math games and activities!
Use mittens, hats and scarves to help you
with counting, patterns, addition and
STEAM
more. For grades K–2.
DAY-OF TICKETS
MUSEUM
Book Explorers
Tuesday, January 30, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Lindsey Room
Join us as we read a book, participate in an
activity related to it and complete a new
Monday, January 15, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
journal entry. New Explorers will receive
a journal when they arrive. Previous No need to go downtown when the museum experience is at the library! Drop by for
Explorers should bring their journals hands-on science, technology, engineering, art and math fun. Presented by Mobile
from home. For grades K–2. REGISTER Ed Productions. For ages 5 and up. DROP IN
Desserts, Books and More Spanish Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos en Español
Monday, February 5, 6:30–7:15 p.m. Saturday, January 27, 3:30–4 p.m. / Lindsey Room
Lindsey Room
Join us for traditional stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English led by Miss
An intergenerational book discussion Becky. Space is limited; tickets are given on a first-come, first-served basis at the Kids’
of The Year of the Dog by Grace Lin. World Desk before program begins. For ages 2–4.
February is
Unase a nosotros para cuentos tradicionales, canciones, y rimas con Miss Becky.
Chinese New Year
Cupo limitado; los boletos se distribuirán por orden de llegada en la recepción de
and 2018 is the
Kids’ World antes de empezar el evento. Para niños de 2–4 años.
Year of the Dog.
Discuss the book, DAY-OF TICKETS
make a Chinese
lantern and enjoy
a delicious dessert.
Pick up the book
Preschool and Childcare Information Night
in Kids’ World. Wednesday, January 10, 7–8:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room and Marketplace
For children in grades 2–3 with an adult.
See page 12 for details.
REGISTER
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START
PROGRAMS FOR
FAMILIES F A M I L Y
Make and Take Morning free
spin
GAME
Tuesday, January 2, 10–11 a.m.
Lindsey Room
Drop by and make yourself a little
DAY
something. Several crafts will be
available. For ages 4 and up. DROP IN
Saturday, January 6, 1:30–2:30 p.m.
Hendrickson Room
Family Movie Matinee:
Willy Wonka and the Fun for the entire family! Play a favorite
board game or learn a new one.
Chocolate Factory For all ages. DROP IN
Thursday, January 4, 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Hendrickson Room
Homeschool Hangout Family Book Club
Come spend the afternoon with us as
we watch this fun family classic. It will Mondays, January 8 and Sunday, January 21, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
be sweet! Rated G. Running time February 5 Lindsey Room
100 minutes. REGISTER 1–3 p.m. / Hub A bimonthly book club with families in
Attention homeschool families! mind! Enjoy light snacks and an activity as
Visit the Hub for hands-on we share our favorite parts of Mr. Popper’s
Drive-In Family Movie activities and the chance to meet Penguins by Richard and Florence Atwater.
Night: Cars 3 other homeschoolers. Stop by the Kids’ World desk to pick up a
For all ages. DROP IN copy of the book to read aloud with your
Friday, January 19, 6–8 p.m. family. For families. REGISTER
Doors open at 6 p.m.
Movie begins at 6:30 p.m.
Hendrickson Room
Lightning McQueen must prove to Sensory-Friendly Exhibit Hours
a new group of young racers that
Tuesday, February 6, 1–3 p.m.
he is still the fastest in the world.
Sunday, March 4, 9–11 a.m.
Rated G. Running time 102 minutes.
Kids’ World and Marketplace
REGISTER
Visitors of all ages can explore the interactive exhibit,
XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, and
enjoy sensory activities during the library’s quiet
hours – open to all, and especially suited for those with
autism spectrum and sensory processing disorders.
Quiet space is available during these hours. Please contact the library if your party
requires any special accommodations. To help prepare your child for a library visit,
read our guide at ahml.info/pdf/socialstory.pdf. REGISTER at 847-506-3295 or email
programs@ahml.info.
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Shrink Art
PROGRAMS FOR GRADES 4–6 Wednesday, January 10, 4:30–5:45 p.m.
PROGRAMS FOR
TWEENS Lindsey Room
Come hang out with us for an afternoon of hot
cocoa drinking and shrink art creation. For
TEENS
grades 4–6. REGISTER
Mod Minecraft Mania Tween Advisory Group Inklings
(TAG)
Saturdays, January 13 and February 3 Thursday, January 4, 4–6 p.m.
4–5:30 p.m. / Training Center Friday, January 5, 4:30–6 p.m. Cardinal Room
Test your expertise in this challenging program, Hendrickson Room Attend an Inklings meeting where
equipped with Feed the Beast: Ultimate, a modpack At our monthly meeting of the you’ll find like-minded teen writers
that adds 10 times as many features as standard Tween Advisory Group (TAG), who are eager to talk about the best
Minecraft. Presenters will teach and challenge you will complete service projects, character names, the worst plot
you to build, code and program within the game. create programs for tweens and lines and everything else that has to
Experienced players only. Arlington Heights play games. Earn volunteer hours do with writing! For grades 7–12.
cardholders only. For grades 5–6. REGISTER and make your voice heard. For REGISTER
grades 4–6. DROP IN
Hub Helpers
Sunday, January 14, 1–2 p.m.
Finger Knitting Hub
Helpers Tween Book Discussion Seventh- and eighth-graders– give
Wednesday, January 17 back to the Hub, the library and the
y, January 14,
Tuesday,
1–2 p.m.
January 23, 4:30–5:45 p.m. / Lindsey Room
4:30–6 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Join us to discuss The Getaway (Diary of a Wimpy Kid community. Do service projects to
Learn how to finger knit your make the world a better place a little
the perfect time
Book for12)
seventh-
by Jeff Kinney, as well as activities and snacks.
own scarf or necklace. For bit at a time. For grades 7–8 only.
hth-grade students
Greg and to his
givefamily are looking forward to a relaxing
grades 4–6. REGISTER
the Hub, theholiday
libraryon anda the
tropical island. When trouble strikes, the REGISTER
unity. Come on in andwonder
Heffleys do if they will be able to survive their
projects to make the world
vacation a
in paradise. Pick up a copy of the book at the
better place a little
Kids’ bit desk. For grades 4–6. REGISTER
World
at a time. For
7 –8 only.
STER
Harry Potter
Escape Room
Friday, January 26 / Lindsey Room
1/2 hour each
4:30, 5:15, 6, 6:45 or 7:30 p.m.
You’re locked in Professor Snape’s
office for detention! Can you solve
all the puzzles and escape within
30 minutes? Muggles welcome,
costumes encouraged and time
turners are not allowed. Please
sign up for ONLY ONE time slot
and arrive a few minutes before
your start time. Late arrivals will not
be admitted. For grades 4–6. REGISTER
10 ARLINGTON HEIGHTS MEMORIAL LIBRARYREGISTER JANUARY 2 at any public desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info. Unless noted,
every person attending a program must sign up.
Finals Study Lounge Teen Yoga Geek-Out: Book Tasting
Tuesday, January 9, 3–10 p.m. Monday, January 22, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, January 10 and Cardinal Room
Thursday, January 11, noon–10 p.m. Arlington Heights Park District
Hub instructors will lead this introductory
Join us for Teen Finals Study Lounge class covering basic stretches and
Tuesday, January 16, 5–6:30 p.m.
where we will provide brain-powering postures and ending with meditation.
Cardinal Room
snacks, laptops and group study areas Please bring a yoga mat or towel.
Reserve a seat for an interesting
to help you prepare for finals. For high Co-sponsored with the Arlington
dining experience. Our specials for
school students only. DROP IN Heights Park District. For grades 7–12.
REGISTER the evening will be fiction, nonfiction,
graphic novels and more. Get a taste
of some new reads and geek out about
your favs too. And, of course, no meal
GET A JOB
is complete without real life dessert!
TEEN GET A JOB
For grades 7–12. REGISTER
GameChangers: Teens
Transform the World
JOB
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS YOUTH COMMISSION
Tuesday, January 30, 6–8 p.m.
• GET A JOB • GET Cardinal Room
JOB Have you ever wanted to start a
• GET A JOB • GET A
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campaign for social justice? Take
B•
GET A JOB action with other like-minded teens.
Each month you choose an issue that
FAIR
GET A
matters to you and get active with a
JOB
A JOB
A JOB • GET • GET hands-on project to create positive
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS MEMORIAL LIBRARY change in the world. Co-sponsored by
GET A JOB Voices of Community Acceptance and
GET A JOB
Love (V.O.C.A.L.). For grades 7–12.
REGISTER
Tuesday, February 6, 6–8 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
High school teens looking for part-time work, come to the Teen Job Fair, organized by the
Arlington Heights Youth Commission and the Arlington Heights Memorial Library. Local Masterminds
businesses will be offering jobs with flexible hours for students and area organizations will
have volunteer, internship and other opportunities for teens. Get prepped for the Job Fair at Saturday, January 27
2–3:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room
our How to Job Fair workshop in the Hub from
6–7 p.m. For high school students only. DROP IN Are you endlessly curious? In
HOW TOAIR
Masterminds, we’ll have hands-on
JOB F
experiments, and observe the world
How to Job Fair around us through a STEM-based
lens. One warning, there will be
Tuesday, February 6, 6–7 p.m. / Hub
science puns periodically.
Make the Hub your first stop before heading up to the Teen Job Fair. Perfect your handshake, For grades 7–12. REGISTER
test out your interviewing skills and shake out all your jitters before you meet a potential
new boss. For high school students only. DROP IN
JANUARY 2018 11Wednesday, January 10
7–8:30 p.m.
PROGRAMS FOR Hendrickson Room and
ADULTS Marketplace
It’s never too early to
start looking for the right
preschool or childcare for
your little one. This is a great
Unless otherwise noted, REGISTER ANYTIME
opportunity to meet teachers
at the Info Desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info.
and providers from more
than 30 local programs.
Knitty by Nature: Recommended for adults
only. DROP IN
Needle Crafters Group
NEW DAY! Monday, January 8, 1–3 p.m.
Conference Room H
Relax, work on projects and chat with
Dann & Raymond’s Movie Club:
fellow needle crafters. All experience How Hollywood Portrays People with Disabilities
levels are welcome. No supplies
Thursday, January 11, 7:30–9:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
or instruction provided, although
This popular monthly film program is presented by Daily Herald movie critic Dann
participants are welcome to share with
Gire and film historian and novelist Raymond Benson. A different film theme is
each other. REGISTER
discussed each month, including film clips, cinema history and trivia. REGISTER
Writer’s Ink
Healthy After the Holidays
Wednesday, January 10, 7–9 p.m.
Conference Room I Tuesday, January 9, 7–8:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Monthly meeting for local writers to Dr. Vijay Patel of Advanced Physical Medicine & Therapy will discuss strategies for
meet, read their work and critique others. getting in shape after a festive season of eating and drinking. He will discuss healthy
REGISTER eating plans and simple fitness tips to help turn your New Year’s resolutions into a
successful lifestyle change. REGISTER
GENEALOGY
Beginning Genealogy
THE MAGIC OF BILL COOK
Tuesday, January 9, 3–4:30 p.m.
Cardinal Room REGISTER
Swedish Genealogy
Research Help
Wednesday, January 17, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Shackley Genealogy Room
Kathy Meade, who has more than
seven years’ experience in Swedish
genealogy research, will help you trace
Friday, January 12, 7:30–8:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
your Swedish ancestry. REGISTER
Join us for an exciting, family-friendly evening of mind-blowing magic. REGISTER
12 ARLINGTON HEIGHTS MEMORIAL LIBRARYFirst Time Parent’s I’m Over 50, Now What!?
Meet-Up When is the Right Time to
NEW LOCATION AND TIME!
Retire?
Sunday, January 14, 1:30–2:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 16, 7–8:30 p.m.
Monday, January 22, 10–11 a.m. Hendrickson Room
Cardinal Room There’s a lot of talk about “the
Meet other first-time parents to number” – the specific amount of
find support and community. money you need to retire. However,
Enjoy light refreshments, make retirement involves more than just
connections and play with your one number. Financial planner and
baby. Find resources to support educator Karen Chan takes you
your child’s early literacy and through the steps that will build a
childhood development. On better understanding of your finances
and help you know when retirement is
Community Mural January 22, we’ll be joined by staff
an option for you. REGISTER
from Northwest Community
Project Hospital. Ideal for first-time
Monday, January 15 parents with infants under age 1.
10 a.m., noon or 2 p.m. DROP IN
Cardinal Room
Join us, in partnership with the
Newcomer Center at District 214,
in creating a mural to highlight Dr.
Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy in our
community. For teens and adults. Wider Lens: Life on the Line
See page 2 for details.
Wednesday, January 17, 7–8:30 p.m.
Hendrickson Room
This thought-provoking short-form
documentary follows a year in the life
of 11-year-old Kimberly Torrez as she
Sunday Musicale: and her family await the visa that will
allow them to return to the United States
Ron & Sandie after unforeseen circumstances trap
Sunday, January 14, 2–3 p.m. them in the border-town of Nogales,
Hendrickson Room Mexico. Life on the Line illuminates the
Ron and Sandie share songs and stories changing face of America and the impact
about The Love Boat. Come aboard and of our immigration policies through
sing along! Sponsored by the Friends of the story of one girl and her family. A
the Library. REGISTER moderated discussion will follow the
film. REGISTER
Huga for a Healthy You Burnham’s Chicago: A Historical Portrayal
Wednesday, January 17, 7–8 p.m. / Cardinal Room Tuesday, January 16, 2–3 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Hawaii is calling! Join Barefoot Hawaiian in a unique How has the lakefront changed over the years? Why is the city’s
yoga/hula class designed to slow it all down and architecture important to its history? Terrence Lynch will present
leave you in a state of “aloha,” filled with peace and his portrayal of Daniel Burnham, architect of the 1909 Chicago
tranquility. No experience necessary. Arlington Plan, leading you through the history of the Windy City and its
Heights cardholders only. REGISTER JANUARY 2 transformation from the “Wild Onion” to the “City of Big Shoulders.”
REGISTER
JANUARY 2018 13PROGRAMS FOR Unless otherwise noted, REGISTER ANYTIME at the Info Desk, 847-392-0100
ADULTS
or at ahml.info.
Creative Aging: Wednesday Cinema:
Art with Alayne FOURTH The Glass Castle
Long-Term Care Planning
Tuesdays, January 23 and 30
2–4:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room ANNUAL Wednesday, January 24, 1–3:15 p.m.
Hendrickson Room South
Learn to draw and paint under the An adaption of Jeannette Walls’ best-
Tuesday, January 23, 7–8:30 p.m. skilled guidance of instructor Alayne selling memoir, The Glass Castle is
Cardinal Room McNulty. Use various mediums to create the story of a young woman who,
Improve your understanding of how a finished work of art. All supplies are influenced by the joyfully wild nature
to protect your loved ones and your included. No prior art experience is of her deeply dysfunctional father,
assets, and learn the skills you need needed. Please register for only one class; found the fiery determination to carve
to schedule and structure productive, both sessions are the same. Arlington out a successful life on her own terms.
empathetic conversations about long- Heights cardholders only. REGISTER Rated PG 13; 2 hours, 7 minutes.
term care planning. Presented by Eric STARTING JANUARY 2 REGISTER
Rosenbloom and Brandon Crouse of
GCG Financial. REGISTER
Thursday, January 25
FOURTH ANNUAL A BOOK THAT
7–9 p.m.
Hendrickson Room
Homework Help for
CHANGED
Need a little inspiration
Parents for your reading list in the
Sunday, January 28, 1–2 p.m. new year? Don’t miss the
Training Center fourth annual Reader’s
Party! Hear from library
Parents, bring your fourth- through
advisors, community
seventh-grade student to a hands-
members and each other
on session where you can learn
about books that influence
together about library databases that
or inspire, new or old.
are full of great information to help
Brush up on your literary
with homework. The databases are
knowledge for our annual
YOUR LIFE
accessible from the library or home, so
trivia challenge, and come
no more panic as that deadline looms!
REGISTER
REVIEWS RECOMMENDATIONS prepared to share the
GAMES PRIZES REFRESHMENTS book that changed your
life. Light refreshments
served. REGISTER
PROGRAMS FOR JOB SEEKERS
Getting Started with LinkedIn Better Resumes for Applying Online
Thursday, January 11, 6–7:30 p.m. / Training Center Thursday, January 18, 7–8:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Learn about the professional social network, When submitting your resume online, it may be screened by an Applicant
LinkedIn, and the basics of creating an account. Tracking System (ATS). This software ranks your resume according to
We will provide hands-on assistance in editing keywords. Studies indicate that up to 75 percent of qualified job seekers may be
your profile, adjusting privacy settings and making overlooked because their resume did not follow ATS rules. Local expert Denis
connections. Arlington Heights cardholders only. Curtin will offer recommendations for making your resume ATS friendly and
REGISTER selecting the best words to describe your qualifications. REGISTER
14 ARLINGTON HEIGHTS MEMORIAL LIBRARYCivic Commons ESL & LITERACY
Tuesday, January 30, 6–7:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room North
If you follow current events and issues in the media, join us and start a conversation! We will Tea & Talk
provide an open space to come together and discuss issues that affect the daily lives of you
Wednesday, January 10
and your neighbors. Library staff will facilitate this dialogue session, and timely topics will
1:30–3 p.m.
be identified closer to the event. REGISTER
Hendrickson Room North
Improve your conversation skills
at this monthly social conversation
group. For English as a Second
I’m Young, Investing for Language (ESL) adults; children
I Don’t Need Mature Adults welcome. DROP IN
a Will or Trust Tuesday, February 6, 10–11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, January 31, 7–8:30 p.m. Cardinal Room Read to Learn
Eddie’s, 10 E. Northwest Hwy. Learn strategies for investing, tips Registration
Young adults in their 20’s and 30’s, including to avoid fraud and planning for
Tuesday, January 23, 9:30–noon
new parents, are often too busy to think about diminished capacity with Emlee
Wednesday, January 24,7–9:30 p.m.
wills and trusts. Join us for a fun evening at Hilliard-Smith, senior counsel
Hendrickson Room
Eddie’s to learn from local attorney Renata with the Chicago Regional
Get tested and register for one-on-
Evtimov about why estate planning is vitally Office of the U.S. Securities and
one reading classes for English-
important, and the steps needed to get it done. Exchange Commission (SEC).
speaking adults who are learning
Light refreshments provided, with beverages We’ll also discuss smart investing
to read. Following the session,
and food available for purchase. Must be 21 and what you can do to protect
students will be notified if they are
and up to attend. REGISTER yourself from financial scams.
REGISTER accepted. Directed by District 214’s
Read to Learn Literacy/Volunteer
program, Read to Learn classes
are free adult classes for reading,
writing and individual tutoring by
trained volunteers and are suitable
for ESL learners. Classes begin
Tuesday, February 6. DROP IN
Beginning Level
ESL Class Registration
Thursdays, January 11 and 18
12:30–3:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Sign up and get tested for the
spring session of this a joint
effort between District 214 and
the library. This free interactive
class is for the very beginner, and
emphasizes listening, speaking,
reading and writing. Students will
Friday, February 9 ,7:30–9:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room participate in many activities to
practice skills. The class meets
Join us for an evening of storytelling for adults hosted by three-time Moth StorySLAM winner
Thursdays from 12:30–3:30 p.m. in
Diane Kastiel. Hear seven people tell true stories from their lives about love in all its forms.
the Cardinal Room. DROP IN
Presented by First Person Live. Register with up to two guests. Light refreshments will be served.
This program is presented in conjunction with XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness.
REGISTER STARTING JANUARY 2
JANUARY 2018 15BOOK
DISCUSSIONS
Connect with other readers each month and COOKING THE BOOKS: A COOKBOOK DISCUSSION
enjoy lively discussions of various genres,
titles and authors. Call 847-392-0100 or stop The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Come
by the Info Desk to REGISTER and pick and Get It!: Simple, Scrumptious
up a copy of the book. All discussions take Recipes for Crazy Busy Lives
place in the Cardinal Room unless otherwise by Ree Drummond
specified.
Thursday, February 22, 7–8:30 p.m.
Hendrickson Room
SCIENCE FICTION DISCUSSION Three recipes will be highlighted, along with
Contact by Carl Sagan food samples by Relish Catering. Pick up a book
at the Info Desk after January 2 and REGISTER
Wednesday, January 17, 7:30–9 p.m. BEGINNING FEBRUARY 1.
Fireplace Area
GREAT BOOKS EVENING GROUP
GET TOGETHER WITH BOOKS
Discuss selected readings from Imperfect Ideal
Caleb’s Crossing by Great Books Foundation.
by Geraldine Brooks
“A New View of Society”
Wednesday, January 17, 7:30–8:30 p.m.
Board Room
by Robert Owen
Wednesday, January 24, 7:30–9 p.m.
Still Alice by Lisa Genova Board Room
Wednesday, February 21, 7:30–8:30 p.m.
Board Room “The Soul of Man Under Socialism”
by Oscar Wilde
MYSTERY GROUP Wednesday, February 14, 7:30-9 p.m.
Board Room
Charcoal Joe by Walter Mosely
Monday, February 5, 7:30–8:30 p.m. LIFE READERS:
RUSSIAN REVOLUTION THROUGH FILM
NOVEL EXPERIENCE
Life Readers is a five-month series that explores
The Odyssey: A Dramatic the Russian Revolution through film. We will
Retelling of Homer’s Epic examine the many facets of the revolution,
by Simon Armitage and including its reasons, the role of propaganda,
what went wrong after the revolution and how
The Penelopiad
artists responded to and shaped historical events.
by Margaret Atwood All films are available for viewing via Kanopy for
Tuesday, February 6, 7:30–9 p.m. Arlington Heights Memorial cardholders at
ahml.kanopystreaming.com.
BOOKS & BREWS Sergei Eisenstein’s
Killers of the Flower Moon Battleship Potemkin
by David Grann Thursday, January 25, 7–8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 21, 7:30–9 p.m. Discussion will focus on the film and pre-
Eddie’s Restaurant, 10 Northwest Highway revolutionary Russia under the Old Regime and
Appetizers will be served. the Revolution of 1905.
16 ARLINGTON HEIGHTS MEMORIAL LIBRARYCLASSES
REGISTER BEGINNING JANUARY 2
at the Info Desk, 847-392-0100 or at ahml.info. See the events calendar on our website, ahml.info/techclasses, for
more class descriptions. All sessions are in the Training Center unless otherwise noted. Classes in the Training Center
are limited to Arlington Heights cardholders only. Classes in other locations are open to all.
BASIC COMPUTER SOCIAL MICROSOFT
& TABLET SKILLS MEDIA OFFICE
Designed for new computer and Designed for those who want Designed for anyone who wants to
tablet users. These building blocks will to connect with others through refresh or learn new skills in Microsoft
prepare you to go beyond the basics. social media and social networking Word, PowerPoint or Excel.
communities.
Basic Computer Skills Excel 2016: Basics
Tuesday, January 9, 10–11:30 a.m. Getting Started with Linkedln Tuesday, January 16, 1:30–3 p.m.
Thursday, January 11, 6–7:30 p.m.
Beginning Computing with PowerPoint 2016: Basics
Windows 10 Getting Started with Facebook Wednesday, January 17, 7–8:30 p.m.
Thursday, January 11, 1:30–3 p.m. Wednesday, January 17, 1:30–3 p.m.
Word 2016: Basics
How to Use Your iPad Google Drive Friday, January 19, 10–11:30 a.m.
Friday, January 12, 1:30–3 p.m. Thursday, January 18, 7–8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, January 16, 7–8:30 p.m. Excel 2016: Intermediate
Getting Started with Facebook Tuesday, January 23, 1:30–3 p.m.
How to Use Your Android Device Monday, January 22, 10–11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, January 16, 10–11:30 a.m. PowerPoint 2016: Intermediate
Facebook: Beyond the Basics Wednesday, January 24, 7–8:30 p.m.
How to Use Your iPad’s Apps Thursday, January 25, 1:30–3 p.m.
Friday, January 19, 1:30–3 p.m. Word 2016: Intermediate
Tuesday, January 23, 7–8:30 p.m. Twitter Fundamentals Friday, January 26, 10–11:30 a.m.
Friday, January 26, 1:30–3 p.m.
Using Your Mac: Basics
Excel 2016: Charts and Graphs
Monday, January 22, 1:30–3 p.m. Snapchat Tuesday, January 30, 2–3 p.m.
Monday, January 29, 7–8:30 p.m.
Using Your Mac: iCloud
PowerPoint 2016: Transitions and
Monday, January 29, 1:30–3 p.m. Using Craigslist Animations
Tuesday, January 30, 7–8:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 31, 7–8 p.m.
JANUARY 2018 17KEEPING CURRENT
WITH TECHNOLOGY
New resources for
history research
Designed for those who are already
comfortable using computers and the
Internet and want to move beyond the
basics.
Getting Started with Your New DIG DEEPER WITH THESE TOOLS
Tablet or eReader
In addition to the Chicago Tribune (1890-), the library has added
Sunday, January 7, 2:30–4:30 p.m. access to the following titles from Proquest Historical Newspapers:
DROP-IN
The New York Times (1851-2013), Chicago Defender (1909-1975),
Drop in and learn all about what
you can do with your new device: St. Louis Dispatch (1874-1922), Baltimore Sun (1831-1991) and
free eBooks, movies, TV shows, Irish Times (1859-2015). These resources feature full-page scans
music, audiobooks, magazines, of newspapers, including photos, obituaries, death notices and
apps and more! advertisements. More recent articles can also be searched using
Proquest Newsstand. Find Proquest Historical Newspapers at
Cord Cutting 101: ahml.info/research/databases.
Exploring Cable Alternatives
American Ancestors is a new collection of genealogy databases
Wednesday, January 10 maintained by the New England Historic Genealogical Society with
7–8:30 p.m.
more than 14 billion records pulled from military sources, vital
records, family histories and census data. Full access to these records
Introduction to HTML
is available inside the library. Users outside the library have limited
Thursday, January 25, 7–9 p.m.
access. Visit ahml.info/research/databases or the library’s Genealogy
room to use this new database.
CREATIVE & LIBRARY RESEARCH
DIGITAL MEDIA & DOWNLOADS
Designed for those who want to NEW! Current and Historical
Designed for those who are already
expand their online research skills Newspapers
comfortable using computers and
using the library’s premium databases
the Internet and want to move Monday, January 29, 10–11 a.m.
and access digital eBook, audiobook,
beyond the basics. REGISTER Learn how to read the Chicago
music, video and magazine
collections from home or on the go. Tribune, The New York Times and
Digitize your Home Movies alternative, independent newspapers
and magazines through library
Wednesday, January 24, 1:30–3 p.m. Kanopy & Hoopla: databases.
Streaming Videos and More
Oculus Rift: Thursday, January 18, 1:30–3 p.m. One-on-One eReader Help
Making Virtual Reality a Reality
Make a ½-hour appointment to go
Saturday, January 27, 1–3 p.m. Digital Magazines for Your Tablet
Marketplace over the basics of using your eReader
and Computer (Kindle, Nook, iPad, etc.) to download
Monday, January 22, 7–8:30 p.m. library eBooks. Call 847-392-0100 or
Editing Your Home Movies visit ahml.info/appointment.
Wednesday, January 31, 1:30–3 p.m.
18 ARLINGTON HEIGHTS MEMORIAL LIBRARYFree Income Bring the following items to your tax appointment:
Tax Assistance
• Picture ID and Social Security card, Medicare card or SSA-1099.
• Copies of all your W-2, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-R, 1099-B forms for 2017.
• Copy of your 2016 federal and state income tax forms filed in 2017.
Appointments accepted beginning • Receipts and information for all planned itemized deductions (medical
Tuesday, January 2 and dental expenses, taxes and interest paid, gifts to charities and other
This free service is offered through the AARP deductions). Total your receipts before coming.
Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program. • Real estate tax bills for property taxes paid in 2017.
Appointments are required and run from early • Closing statements for any real estate sold in 2017, including original cost of
February through mid-April. Schedule your property and cost of any improvements.
appointment in person at the Info Desk or call
• Social Security SSA-1099 for 2017.
847-392-0100. If you have broker statements, please
make your appointments for late March or early April. • Railroad retirement forms for 2017, RRB-1099 and RRB-1099R.
All returns will be e-filed, and you will receive a paper • Any Affordable Care Act Forms (i.e. 1095).
copy of your return. If filing a joint return, both spouses • Check from your bank for possible direct deposit or direct debit information.
must be present, or bring a signed Power of Attorney.
• If using Power of Attorney, you must bring a copy of the official form.
PROGRAMS AT THE Current Events Computer Interest
Group
SENIOR Thursdays, 10 a.m.
January 4, 11, 18 and 25 Wednesday, January 10, 1 p.m.
CENTER Seating is limited to 50.
DROP IN
Novice and experienced
computer users discuss current
technology and exchange advice
Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Rd. For more on personal computer problems.
information, call 847-870-3710. Tablet users welcome. DROP IN
Film Discussion Circle Modern Classics
Book Discussion
Tuesdays, January 2 and
February 6, 1 p.m. Monday, January 8 Popular Books
10 a.m. Discussion
In January, watch and discuss
Maudie. February’s film is Discuss The Underground
Railroad by Colson Wednesday, January 10,10 a.m.
Sergeant York, starring Gary
Cooper. A discussion led by Ted Whitehead. Books are The group will discuss Lillian
Balcom follows a free showing of available in the Senior Boxfish Takes a Walk by Kathleen
the film. DROP IN Center Reading Room. Rooney. Books are available in
DROP IN the Reading Room. DROP IN
Senior Center Tech Classes
Travelogs
In-person registration Monday, January 22, 9–11 a.m.
Fridays, 10 a.m. Numbers are distributed when the Senior Center opens at 8:30 a.m.
January 5, 12, 19 and 26
Phone and online registration begins at 9 a.m.
DROP IN
Call 847-392-0100 or go to ahml.info for more information.
JANUARY 2018 19Arlington Heights Memorial Arlington Heights Memorial Library Nonprofit Organization
LIBRARY 500 North Dunton Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
U.S. POSTAGE PAID
Wheeling, IL
Permit #38
500 North Dunton Avenue
847.392.0100 | TTY: 847.392.1119
ahml.info
HOURS
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–10 p.m. POSTAL PATRON
Saturday: 9 a.m.–8 p.m.
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL
Sunday: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
LIBRARY BOARD
Meeting schedule - ahml.info/attend/board
PRESIDENT
Debbie Smart | 847-494-3707
dsmart@ahml.info
VICE PRESIDENT/SECRETARY
Joan Brody Garkisch | 847-338-8445
jbrodygarkisch@ahml.info
TREASURER
Greg Zyck | 847-507-2336 Friends’ Fab Feb Used Book Sale
gzyck@ahml.info
Friday, February 2, 6–9 p.m.
TRUSTEES:
Members’ Night
Carole Medal | 847-506-2683
cmedal@ahml.info ($2 entrance fee for non-FOL members)
Hendrickson Room and Cardinal Room
John Supplitt | 847-506-2685
jsupplitt@ahml.info FAB FAB
Saturday, February 3, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Christine Tangney | 847-506-2686
Hendrickson Room and Cardinal Room
ctangney@ahml.info
Marianthi Thanopoulos | 224-762-8304 Sunday, February 4: Save on Sunday
mthanopoulos@ahml.info 11 a.m.–3:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room
ACTING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Mike Driskell
This Friends of the Library (FOL) sale features fiction, nonfiction,
COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING
DVDs, Blu-rays, CDs, vinyl, games and puzzles. On Friday, shop
MANAGER
Members’ Night for the best selection; non-members can attend for
Mary Hastings
a $2 entrance fee. For the best bargains, shop Save on Sunday, when
EDITORIAL SUPERVISOR all items in the Hendrickson Room will be half price (50 cents for most books and CDs,
April Harder
$1 for DVDs). Fill a bag of children’s items in the Cardinal Room for $5 ($4 for educators
WRITERS who show their teacher ID). All proceeds from FOL book sales are used to enhance library
Pat Aichele programs and services. For more information, visit ahml.info/get_involved/friends.
William Tolan
GRAPHIC DESIGNERS
Brian Benson
Colleen Kelly
KIDS’ WORLD
Printed with soy ink using paper from LIBRARY CLOSED CLOSED
sustainable trees. The newsletter is
available online at ahml.info/content/
library-newsletter.
DECEMBER 31 MONDAY, JANUARY 15
NEW YEAR’S EVE CLOSE AT 5 P.M.
Hearing Loop available in
CLOSE AT 5 P.M.
the Hendrickson Room TUESDAY, JANUARY 16
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