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Research Your Roots

October is Family History Month, and IPPL is offering two Genealogy programs: 

Beginner's Genealogy on the Web
Explore the best online resources for starting your genealogy search in a hands-on class on Monday, Oct. 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Register here. 

Genealogy Research After-Hours
Join other genealogists to use the library's resources after-hours on Saturday, Oct. 10, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Genealogy Club members will be on hand to help. Register here. 
Keeping Your Children Safe Online

The Internet Safety Specialist from the Attorney General's Office will be at the library to present ways parents can protect their children online on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 6-8:15 p.m. 
Register here. 
Resume Workshop

Learn how to write an eye-catching and informative resume this Saturday, Sept. 26, 2-3:30 p.m. We'll cover format and function, as well as library resources. 
Register here. 
Homebound Delivery

Home delivery of library materials can be arranged at no charge if an IPPL cardholder is permanently homebound due to age or disability, or temporarily disabled for at least one month due to illness or surgery. Books, including large print and audio, movies, music, and/or magazines can be provided. Please contact Mary Schueren at (630) 887-8760 x265 or homebound@ippl.info for more information.
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Do you have your tickets yet? 

Join us for Dancing in the Spooky Stacks, the IPPL Foundation's unique fundraising event featuring an after-hours library performance by The Neverly Brothers, on Saturday, Oct. 24, 7-10 p.m. 

Costume contest, cash bar, and light snacks will be available. Must be 21 or older to attend.

Neverly Brothers photos
Tickets are available for purchase at the library. They are $20 in advance, $30 starting Oct. 5, and $40 at the door (while supplies last). VIP tickets (limited quantity) are $50 and include a meet and greet with the band, reserved seating with a full view of the stage, an autographed event poster signed by the band, and two beverage tickets.

Proceeds will be used to support children's literacy and learning.

Visit spookystacks.ippl.info for information.
Library Card Sign-up Month

September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and kids who sign up for their first IPPL card will receive a specially-designed card just for kids, a kid-sized book bag, as well as a special Snoopy sticker and bookmark. Those renewing their card will also get a Snoopy sticker and bookmark. 

For more information on signing up for a library card, stop by the library or click here.





Did you know kids can get FREE online homework help with their library card using Brainfuse Help Now? Click here to learn more! 
Programs Through Sept. 29

At the time this list is published, there are still openings in these programs. Each program is linked to its description and registration form (when required). Drop-in programs have an asterisk (*).

 
Teal: Kids & Families
Blue: Mid-Kids
Purple: Teens
Red: Adults
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