Marian Krupicka
Library Trustee
Marian Krupicka Named
Darien Citizen of the Year

Congratulations to Trustee Marian Krupicka for being selected Darien's 2016 Citizen of the Year! 

Marian's contributions to the Darien community are numerous, including 30 years of teaching in Darien schools, 20 years of serving on the library board, participating as a long-time member of the Darien Woman's Club, and being active in her church. She was even one of the original volunteers that helped to start the Darien Library in the 1970s!

The City of Darien will host a Coffee & Cake Reception in Marian's honor on Tuesday, Feb. 16, at 7:30 p.m. at Darien City Hall, 1702 Plainfield Rd.

In addition, the Citizen of the Year banquet will take place Saturday, March 5, at Alpine Banquets, 8230 S. Cass Ave. Tickets are $30 each and can be purchased at Darien City Hall after Feb. 1.
2016 Grammy Nominees Album
Find the 2016 Grammy Nominees Album on hoopla

The Grammy's will take place Feb. 15, and the 2016 Grammy Nominees Album is now available on hoopla, our on-demand digital media service.
 
Never used hoopla? Now is a great time to give it a try! IPPL cardholders can borrow twice as many items per month (10 instead of 5) through February. Visit our eLibrary to learn more. 
 
With more than 400,000 digital titles available, there's something for everyone on hoopla, including music, movies, audiobooks, ebooks, and comics. And titles are always available - NO WAITING! 
February Book Discussions  
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Love to read? Join one of our book discussion groups in February!  
 
novel idea book club
Novel Idea is for readers who like to delve into a book's characters, plots, setting, and themes. Drop in at the library on the second Wednesday of the month (September-May) at 7 p.m.
Next meeting: Wednesday, Feb. 10, 7-9 p.m.
Book: The Dark Road to Mercy by Wiley Cash (2014)
 
crime readers book club
Crime Readers is for readers who like unraveling clues, interpreting evidence, and analyzing characters. We partner with the Woodridge Public Library to bring crime readers together on the third Thursday of the month (September-May). Meets at 6 p.m. for dinner (optional) and 7 p.m. for discussion at Home Run Inn Pizza, 7521 Lemont Rd. in Darien.
Next meeting: Thursday, Feb. 18, 6-9 p.m.
Book: A Taste for Death by P. D. James (1986)
 
GenLit book club
GenLit is for 20-30 somethings. Join us for drinks, dinner, and discussion on the fourth Wednesday of the month (January-October) at 6:30 p.m. at various local restaurants. Find GenLit on Facebook. 
Next meeting: Wednesday, Feb. 24, 6:30-9 p.m. at
Taste of India, 7243 Kingery Hwy. in Willowbrook
Book: Me Before You by Jojo Mayes (2012)  

Learn more about our book discussion groups.  
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#LibSocial: Programs & Events
for 20-30somethings
Want to know what's going on with our #LibSocial programs and events, GenLit book club, and new releases of interest to those in their 20s and 30s? Sign up for our 20s/30s enewsletter at bit.ly/ipplnews.
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Library Closed Feb. 5

The library will be closed Friday, Feb. 5 for a Staff Institute Day. Our book drops will be open, and our website, www.ippl.info, is available 24/7. You can renew and reserve materials online, or visit our eLibrary. 
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How-To Expo
Saturday, April 16
Noon - 3 p.m.

Our first-ever How-To Expo will be a family-friendly celebration of the creative and do-it-yourself mindset, and we are looking for people willing to demonstrate their skills, share their knowledge, and provide instruction to others. Interested participants should apply online by Feb. 1. 
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It's not too late for our
Amazon Gift Card Giveaway!

Want a chance to win one of three $25 Amazon gift cards? Simply take this two-minute survey by midnight, Wednesday, Jan. 27.
 
We want to know what you think about the library providing a variety of devices, gadgets, and equipment for our members to use. Your input will help us gauge the level of interest in these types of items and services. 
 
Be sure to include your email address if you want to be included in the drawing for the Amazon gift cards. 
 
Thank you in advance for your input!
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Government @ Work

Looking for tax forms? Wanting to apply for a senior license plate discount? Thinking about raising chickens in your backyard? Find the best online resources for government information on Tuesday, Feb. 9, 7-8:30 p.m. Register here.
Programs through Feb. 2

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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