As a reminder, Indian Prairie Public Library is closed Monday, April 12-Sunday, April 25. This closure is due to the renovation. Community members can still enjoy a variety of entertainment available on the online program calendar or on-demand programs through the library’s YouTube channel. There is something for all ages.
Here’s a sneak peek of some upcoming programs.
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Friday, Apr. 2, 10:30 a.m.
Families
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Come to the village green outside Barbara's Bookstore in the Burr Ridge Village Center for stories, songs, and fun! Barbara's is located at 770 Village Center Dr. in Burr Ridge.
Face masks and social distancing are required. Masks may be removed once participants are safely spaced six feet apart from one another.
Wednesdays, Apr. 7-28, 1 p.m.
Adults
Dancing Cranes Yoga teaches this chair yoga class which provides an enjoyable movement opportunity for adults to improve flexibility, joint health, core strength, balance, and the ability to breathe deeply and relax without getting on the floor.
Sponsored by the Indian Prairie Public Library Foundation & Friends.
Wednesday, Apr. 7, 7 p.m.
Adults
The Academy Awards is Apr. 25. In this presentation, Steven Frenzel of Marquee Filmtalks, shares clips and stories featuring movie greats, such as Barbara Stanwyck, Kirk Douglas, and more who never won an Oscar. He also features directors and films including Ridley Scott, Alfred Hitchcock, Tim Burton, The Princess Bride, Singin' In the Rain, Field of Dreams, and many more who likewise didn't score a win.
Sponsored by the Indian Prairie Public Library Foundation & Friends.
After registering, stop by to bring home an Oscars Grab Bag. Fill out a ballot with predictions, play Academy Award Bingo while watching, and enjoy some popcorn. Bags are available near the DVD section on the first floor while supplies last. To request for pick up at our drive-up window, email heatherfj@ippl.info or call 630/887-0718
Thursday, Apr. 8, 4:30 p.m.
Grades 3-6
Make a pocket for a favorite short poem, design creative concrete poems, and see poems explode with color.
Catchy Cover Letters for Teens
Thursday, Apr. 8, 7 p.m.
Teens ages 15-18 years old
With the library’s annual Teen Job Fair right around the corner, now is the perfect time to start perfecting your cover letter game! A good cover letter can help a potential employer learn more about a potential employee and their skills. The Job Fair is Saturday, Apr. 17, 11 a.m. Learn more here.
Earth Day Teen Movie Club: I Am Greta
Saturday, Apr. 10, 6 p.m.
Teens
Earth Day is Apr. 22, so join in an early celebration and watch the 2020 documentary, I Am Greta, a film about the world-famous climate activist Greta Thunberg.
The film chronicles Thunberg's rise to prominence, explores her role in organizing the modern climate advocacy movement, and grants insight into her unique ability to speak truth to power over what many consider an existential threat to humanity. Afterward, join in a brief discussion about the film, and how to engage in the community to create change.
Tuesday, Apr. 13, 6 p.m.
Adults
Discover online budget tools that help manage assets more effectively and how they can provide lasting benefits for money management.
Wednesday, Apr. 14, 7 p.m.
Adults
Biologist and author Rachel Carson warned the world of the potentially dire environmental impact of chemical pesticides in her best-selling book, Silent Spring. In this living history program, set in 1963, actress and historian, Leslie Goddard portrays Carson as she discusses her childhood love for the living world, her passion for writing, and her work to awaken the world to the beauty and fragility of nature.
Sponsored by the Indian Prairie Public Library Foundation & Friends.
Saturday, Apr. 17, 11 a.m.
Teens, 15-18 years old
Meet local employers in one place virtually. Potential employers will talk about their company, what they are looking for and how to apply. After the presentations, there will be a Q & A session. Learn more here about preparing for the Teen Job Fair and which employers will be present.
Indian Prairie Library's expert staff is available to help. Come in, call 630/887-8760, email ippl@ippl.info, or use the chat service on the website- look for the green "we are here" icon.