In addition to programs of
special interest, the South Holland Public Library offers story hours, book
discussion groups, reading clubs, and video presentations as regularly scheduled
events.
Click on the buttons below to access our current schedule of
programs.
Pre-Registration is required for most
programs.
To register for a program, stop by the Reference or Youth Department at the Library,
or call us at 708-331-5262.
Mondays: March
4, 11, 18 & 25 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Tech Link
Learn effective job
searching skills and strategies using Brainfuse, AtoZdatabases,
Illinois WorkNet Cneter, and LinkedIn. Class size limited to 10 people.
Pre-registration required by phone or at the Ask
Desk.
Microsoft
Word
2010 Fundamentals
Thursdays: March 7, 14, 21 & 28
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Tech Link
Learn the fundamentals of
creating documents in Microsoft Word 2010. Class size limited to 10 people.
Pre-registration required by phone or at the Ask
Desk.
Beginning
Computer and Internet
Wednesdays: March
6, 13, 20 & 27 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Tech Link
Learn the basics of computer use in this easy to follow class.
Class size limited to 10 people.
Pre-registration required by phone or at the Ask
Desk.
Social Media
for Young Adults
Thursdays, March
7, 14, 21 & 28
4:00 to 5:00 pm
Grades 6 - 12
Learn how to use Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more!
Pre-registration required by phone or at the Ask
Desk.
Computer Boot
Camp for Kids
Saturdays, March
9 & 23
11:00 am to Noon
Ages 3-6
This class is designed for the very beginning computer users and
their care givers to explore and learn on pre-selected websites
and library databases.
Pre-registration required by phone or at the Youth Services
Desk.
Beginning Microsoft
Word
2010 for Kids
Fridays, March 1 &
15 4:00 to 5:00 pm
Grades 3-5
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word 2010. Class size limited to 8 people.
Pre-registration required by phone or at the Ask
Desk.
Make an
appointment for a free, confidential hour of help!
Mondays
through Fridays
1:00 to 5:00 pm
If you’re confused about how to use the online card catalog, or
don’t know what databases are available to you from the South
Holland Library, help is available! South Holland card holders
may now make an appointment with one of the Reference staff, and
take up to an hour of time for one-on-one instruction for using
the card catalog or our databases. Between 1:00pm and 4:00pm,
Monday through Friday, a member of our Reference department will
be available to demonstrate how to use these basic tools. Other
appointment times may be possible, depending on staff
availability. Please call the library at 708-331-5262 and ask to
speak with Nancy, Chris, or Catherine.
FREE Computer
Tech Help
Make an
appointment with our Tech Tutor, Roosevelt!
Saturdays
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
15-minute sessions, walk-ins welcome!
Every Saturday from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Need some extra help in
Word, Excel or PowerPoint? Want to learn how to use Skype or
make a film with iMovie?
Have a question about that new tablet you got for Christmas?
Make an appointment with our resident tech expert, Roosevelt.
Travel Movie:
Ireland
Thursday, March 7
1:30 pm
North Meeting Room
Some are mysterious, some are beautiful and some are just
plain bizarre! Geoffrey Baer takes you all over the Chicago
region in search of often-overlooked fragments of our history.
Many are in places you pass by every day. But when you learn
their hidden stories you're sure to say "I never knew that!"
Light refreshments will be served.
No registration required.
Feature Film
Presentation:
Brave
Saturday, March 2
2:00 pm
North Meeting Room
Determined to make her own path in life, Princess Merida
defies a custom that brings chaos to her kingdom. Granted one
wish, Merida must rely on her bravery and her archery skills to
undo a beastly curse.
How to find e-books and other digital media through the
Library!
Learn how to borrow digital material from the
library and download it to your eReader, smart phone, tablet, or
computer. Sign up for one of these presentations about Media on
Demand, South Holland Public Library’s digital collection.
Bring your device and your library card. Space is limited.
Pre-registration required at the Ask
Desk.
Book Group
Discussion:
Open Season
Saturday,
March 9
2:00 pm
Grace Gouwens Leaf Room
Check out the book, join in a lively book discussion and enjoy
light refreshments.
For more information and to
sign up, stop by the ASK Desk.
Saturday,
March 16
1:00 to 3:00 pm
North Meeting Room
Village of South Holland staff in Code Administration, Police
and Fire and a CEDA representative will offer help and advice to
new landlords. Those thinking of becoming landlords, long time
landlords, tenants and others are all welcome.
Pre-registration required at the Ask
Desk.
Organizing for
Everyone
Tuesday, March
26
7:00 to 8:30 pm
North Meeting Room
This presentation will provide tips and ideas for tackling the
day-to-day paper clutter that takes over, organizing clothes and
accessories in your closets and organizing your kitchen to be
more efficient. A step-by-step process of how to organize any
space will be explained.
Want to win a Best Buy Gift Card?
Play our Digital Scavenger Hunt!
Make sure to stop by the Library for the Digital Scavenger Hunt
entry form. If you complete ALL of the objectives before 5:00 PM,
Saturday, March 16th, you’ll receive a FREE prize and become eligible
for a Best Buy Gift Card!
Winners will be announced Monday, March 18th.
How to Design a
Comic Book
Wednesday, March 13
6:30 to 8:00
pm
Tech Link
Learn what it takes to make a comic from beginning to end,
including digital editing in Photoshop! Artists Maria Fonseca and Jack
Gonzalez will be here to break it down - you don’t want to miss it!
Space is limited.
Pre-registration required at the Ask
Desk.
Teen Art Club
Thursday, March 28
6:00
to 8:00
pm
Grace Gouwens Leaf Room
Come make art together!
Pre-registration required at the Ask
Desk.
Video Games &
More
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 3:00 to 5:00 pm
North Meeting Room
Need a place to study and do your homework?
Teens in grades six and up can stop by and complete homework
assignments in the small meeting room on the lower level of the
Library.
Snacks and quiet conversations are allowed.
Take a break and play some great video games!
Play games on Wii, XBOX360 and PlayStation 3 on our 51" Plasma
TVs!
We will also have
other games like Chess, Checkers, Dominos, Jenga, and Uno for teens to enjoy as a break
from studying.
As always, a very cool librarian will be available to answer
your reference questions!
No registration required.
Teen Advisory
Board
Wednesday, March 6
7:00 to 8:00
pm
Grace Gowens Leaf Room
Let us know what you think about the Library, what you’re
reading, listening to, or watching! Board members will receive volunteer
hours for their time.
Pre-registration required at the Ask
Desk.
Anime and Manga
Club Meeting
Wednesday, March 20
6:00
to 8:00
pm
North Meeting Room
Watch your favorite anime, create your own art and comics, and
treat yourself to Japanese snacks.
If you’re a first-time attendee, just come to a meeting
(no need to register) and we’ll add you to the contact list to remind
you of upcoming meetings.
Pre-registration required at the Ask
Desk.
Social Media
for Young Adults
Thursdays, March
7, 14, 21 & 28
4:00 to 5:00 pm
Grades 6 - 12
Learn how to use Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more!
Pre-registration required by phone or at the Ask
Desk.
Pick up a Craft Pack and assemble it at home!
For All Ages
The Youth Services Department has developed a Craft Pack
Program!
Pick up a packet which
includes the instructions and basic materials for a paper craft
to be assembled at home. You may use the basic materials and
then add your own creative touches to make a beautiful craft.
Also included in each packet is an educational
worksheet for children to complete. When the children are
finished with their crafts, they should be returned to the Youth
Services Department. They will then become a Craft Pack
All-Star! Their craft will be put on display with a gold star
showing their name!
The craft packs are fun to do, but don’t
forget their educational value. They help the children work on
eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills which are important
for reading. Parents and Grandparents enjoy having a craft ready
to make for any occasion. A new Craft Pack will be available
about every three weeks.
Stop in Youth Services and pick up a Craft
Pack today!
Monday Mornings
@ The Library!
Every Monday Morning in the Youth
Services Department
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Parents of young children are invited to the library
on Monday mornings from 10:00 AM -12:00 PM beginning June 4.
Chat with other parents while your children interact with new
friends!
Computer Boot
Camp
Saturdays, March 9 & 23
11:00 am to Noon
Ages 3-6
This class is designed for the very beginning computer users and
their care givers to explore and learn on pre-selected websites
and library databases.
Pre-registration required by phone or at the Youth Services
Desk.
Beginning Microsoft
Word
2010 for Kids
Fridays, March 1 & 15
4:00 to 5:00 pm Grades 3-5
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word 2010. Class size limited to 8 people.
Pre-registration required by phone or at the Ask
Desk.
Brainfuse
Online Homework Help Class
Tuesday, March
5 at 6:30 pm Grades 3-6
Join us for a hands-on demonstration of the library’s online
homework help database. Parents are encouraged to attend with
their child.
Pre-registration is required and begins February 19.
Let's Go LEGO-ing!
Thursday, March 7 at 4:00 pm
Grades 3-6
We provide the LEGO bricks, you provide your imagination! Your
project might even go on display in the Youth Services
Department!
Pre-registration is required and begins February 21.
Musical Story
Go-Round
Saturday, March 9 at 2:00 pm
Ages 5-7
Catch a ride on the Musical Story Go-Round with songs, stories,
rhythm instruments and FUN! This program is part of the
Library's continuing effort to promote early literacy.
Pre-registration is required and begins February 23.
Paws to Read
Monday, March
11 at 6:30 pm
Grades K-4
Cuddle up with a book and read aloud to a furry canine friend.
The dogs are fully trained and certified by Power Paws for Kids.
Tails are sure to wag!
Pre-registration is required and begins February 25.
World Book
Online Computer Class
Wednesday, March
13 at 6:30 pm Age 6 -
Grade 8
World Book Online is more than an encyclopedia. Learn about
science projects ideas, educational games and interactive
research tools Parents are encouraged to attend with their
child.
Pre-registration is required and begins February 17.
Loki at the
Library
Monday, March
18 at 6:30 pm Grades K-4
Loki is back and ready to hear you read stories to him!
Pre-registration is required and begins March 4.
Junior Artists
Wednesday, March
20 at 4:00 pm Grades 3-6
Dabble in a type of art that gets right to the point!
Pre-registration is required and begins March 6.
Let's Go LEGO-ing!
Saturday, March 23 at 2:00 pm
Grades K-2
We provide the LEGO bricks, you provide your imagination! Your
project might even go on display in the Youth Services
Department!
