Get ready for our March Book Discussions

Love to read? Join one of our book discussion groups!  

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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, March 9, 7-9 p.m.
Book: Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger (2013)

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Crime Readers is for those 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, March 17, 6-9 p.m.
Book: The Circular Staircase by Mary Roberts Rinehart (1908)

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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, March 23, 6:30-9 p.m. at
Bernard's Cafe & Deli, 14 W. 63rd St., Willowbrook
Book: Yes Please by Amy Poehler (2014)  

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Short on Time is our new group for those who can't commit to lengthy books and monthly meetings. Meetings take place every other month (except summer) and the group reads novellas and short stories. Drop in at the library. 
Next meeting: Wednesday, March 23, 10 a.m. 
Book: But Enough about You: Essays by Christopher Buckley (2014)

Learn more about our book discussion groups.  
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Art Therapy Night
Friday, March 4, 7-8:30 p.m. 

Unwind with adult coloring books while enjoying friendly conversation and soothing music. Bring your own materials or use ours. For 20/30-somethings only. Register here. 
Get Together @ IPPL

Are you new to the area, recently retired, or just looking for some new ways to meet others with similar interests? The library hosts many get-togethers and has many social opportunities, ranging from book and movie discussion groups for adults to social events for those in their 20s and 30s, and even gaming tournaments for teens. 
Practice ACT
Practice ACT
Saturday, March 5, 1-4:30 p.m.

Take a free practice test. Kaplan will contact each student with analyzed test results. Space is limited. Register here. 
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WouldShop™ Theme Feb. 22-28: Finding Fossils

Excavate and re-create fossils with molds, play dough, and our 3D printer this week in our WouldShop™.
 
The WouldShop™ is a creative DIY space in our Kids & Teens department where families can gather to learn, explore, and create. It includes how-to books as well as tools and materials for select projects, including art, science, and technology. There are even kits that can be used in the library or checked out to take home.
Programs through March 1

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 (*).

Title
Date
Time
2/24
10:30 AM
2/24
1 PM
2/24
6:30 PM
GenLit Book Club (for 20-30 somethings)
2/24
6:30 PM
2/24
7 PM
2/25
1 PM
2/25
4:30 PM
2/25
7 PM
2/26
4 PM
2/26
5:30 PM

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