Join Us For Our 7th Annual
Dr. Seuss Celebration!
Saturday, March 1, 2008

A library party is coming your way!
March 1st we’ll celebrate Dr. Seuss’s Birthday.
We’ll have tickets for you, our own honored guests,
from the 15th of February at the Ask Me Desk.
So…If you’re looking for something special to do,
join the Cat in the Hat and Thing One and Thing Two at Seuss’s Birthday Hulabaloo!
Here at the library we’ll be having some fun.
Do come and join us, EVERYONE!

Hear Dr. Seuss stories, play games, make Seuss stuff and eat birthday cake.
Free tickets available at the Youth Services Ask Me Desk beginning February 15th.

Seuss Stories!
Mondays, 7:15 - 7:45 p.m., March 3 - 31
We’re continuing our Seuss-ebration throughout March!
Join us for stories by Dr. Seuss!
No need to register, just drop in!

New! St. Patrick’s Day Party
Monday, March 17, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Youth Program Room
It’s a party to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!
You don’t need to be Irish to enjoy hearing folktales, playing games and eating home-baked soda bread!

Special Movie Showing: Enchanted
Monday, March 24, 2:00 p.m.
Rated PG; 108 minutes
Banished by the evil queen, Giselle ends up in modern day Manhattan searching for her true love.

Annual Bookmark Contest for Children’s Book Week
Contest Begins April 1, 2008.
Children’s Book Week is May 12-18, 2008.
You may win a gift certificate to a local bookstore!
Share your creative ideas, promote a favorite book, draw a new cover for your favorite book and become a famous Rolling Meadows artist in the process!
Winning Bookmarks will be printed and handed out to the public during Children’s Book Week: May 12-18, 2008.
Prizes will be awarded in the following categories: K-1st, 2nd-3rd, 4th-6th and 7th-8th.
Entry forms and materials will be available April 1st, 2008 at the Ask Me Desk.
Designs are due on April 25th, 2008.

Dia de los Niños
Saturday, April 26, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Dia de los Ninos is a celebration of children, families and reading.
Come join us! We’ll have snacks and make a special craft.
Free tickets available beginning April 7th.

Drop in Crafts
Third Friday of every month
From 9:00 a.m. while supplies last
Drop into the Library every month and discover a fun craft. Little ones may need some help.

Parent-Child Internet Training
In English or Spanish
Grades 3 & up with parent
Call to schedule! 847 259-6050 x140
Librarians use the Internet everyday. Learn some of our tricks, safety tips, and more.

Storytimes at the library
No need to register for Storytimes. Just drop in!

The Cradle Will Rock
Baby Storytime 6 - 23 months
Fridays, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m
First session: March 14 - April 18
Second session: May 9 - June 6
Books, music, songs, & finger plays for caregiver and baby.

Puppy Dog Tales
Toddler Storytime 2-3 years
Thursdays, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
First session: March 13 - April 17
Second session: May 8 - June 5
This program is a time for the two of you, caregiver and child, to enjoy books, songs, games, & a simple craft.

Storytime
For children 3 - 5 years including those going into kindergarten. Children should be able to attend without a parent.
Tuesdays, 10:15 - 10:45 a.m.
First session: March 11 - April 15
Second session: May 6 - June 3
or
Wednesdays, 1:15 - 1:45 p.m.
First session: March 12 - April 16
Second session: May 7 - June 4
Join us for stories, a simple craft and lots of fun!

Family Storytime
Stories are geared toward ages 3 - 5 but siblings and caregivers are invited to participate.
Tuesdays, 7:15 - 7:45 p.m.
First session: March 11 - April 15
Second session: May 6 - June 3
Join us for stories, a simple craft and lots of fun!

Hora Del Cuento en Español/
Storytime in Spanish
For children under 5 years old with their parent or caregiver, but all ages are welcome.
Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.
First session: March 13 - April 17
Second session: May 8 - June 5
This program includes books, music, songs and much more.

Create a Book Display
Would you like to create a display promoting your favorite Youth Services books? We’ll supply everything you’ll need. To schedule your display, please visit the Ask Me Desk.