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Our 3D printer can be used to make Halloween items such as party favors, costume accessories, and home decor! Pictured above are a ghost bookmark, ghost key ring, and hallow pumpkin. More ideas can be found at thingiverse.com, and more information about using our 3D printer can be found at 3dprinter.ippl.info.  
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Featured Database: ReferenceUSA  

Market your services to new businesses and homeowners by compiling a list in ReferenceUSA. Discover other tips by joining the ReferenceUSA lunch 'n learn on Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 1 p.m. ReferenceUSA is providing lunch, but space is limited. Sign up today!

Home Automation with Home Depot

Learn about devices that can help you automate your home on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. An expert from Home Depot will highlight and demonstrate current trends and projects. Register here

Cool Compositions Contest for Teens

Teens! Submit a poem(s), short story, and/or comic, and you could win a cash prize! Entry forms will be available beginning Oct. 1 at the Kids & Teens Ask Us Desk and at ipplteens.info. The deadline for entries is Oct. 29. First, second, and third place winners in each category will be announced Nov. 12. Click here for more information about the Write-On Teen Literary Festival. 
 

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- visitor to the IPPL table at Center Cass Community Day on Sept. 13

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Sept. 30, 2014
Share Your Favorite Book

myfavbook In October, share a picture of yourself (or selfie) with your favorite book! Photos will be posted to the library's Flickr account and may be displayed throughout the library, as well as featured on our website and social media pages. Photos should be emailed to [email protected] along with your name, town, phone number, email address, and library card number. Only one photo per cardholder, please, as all participants will be entered into our October Junction drawing. Open to all ages.

 

If you would like library staff to take your photo, visit the Ask Us Desk on Tues., Oct. 7, 6-8 p.m. or Sat., Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-noon.  

Junction Programs

 

This year, we are going beyond books and reading and encouraging people to expand their horizons by attending programs. Join us at the Junction - IPPL Junction! - to learn something new, create from scratch, and share your knowledge with your neighbors. IPPL card-holders who participate in designated Junction programs will earn entries into monthly and grand prize drawings, donated by the Friends of IPPL.  

 

At the time this list is published, there are still openings in these programs. Each program is linked to its description and registration form. 

Paint the Town Pink

pink ribbon The Darien Chamber of Commerce Women in Business are hosting Paint the Town Pink during the month of October, encouraging all residents and businesses to decorate their home or business in pink to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 

 

In addition, a silent auction for nine adirondack chairs designed by local artists was held at DarienFest, and all of the proceeds are being used to provide meals for Darien women going through breast cancer treatment. If you are currently going through breast cancer treatment or know of anyone who could benefit from this service, please call the Darien Chamber of Commerce at (630) 968-0004.  

Movies of WWI

In recognition of the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I, join us as we watch three classic WWI movies. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; movie starts at 7 p.m. Stay for the optional discussion. 

 

Friday, Oct. 3 - Sergeant York 

Stars Gary Cooper as the real life Alvin York, a Tennessee mountain man who joins the army despite his pacifist views and becomes a decorated war hero. Register here

 

Friday, Oct. 17 - All Quiet on the Western Front

Based on a famous German novel about a group of school boys who are hardened by battle. Register here

 

Friday, Nov. 7 - The Big Parade 

Stars 1920's matinee idol John Gilbert in his best role as a spoiled rich kid who goes to war. Register here