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.
Heritage
Quilters of South Suburbia:
Quilting Workshop
First Thursday of each month
6:30 pm to
8:30 pm
Next meeting: February 2
North Meeting Room
Bring your quilting projects and
questions!
Experienced quilters will share their time and resources to help you
become a master quilt maker!
No registration required.
WINTER READING
PROGRAM
Reading is Snow
Much Fun!
Now through
February 18
Registration closes January 28.
Only the coolest readers with
valid South Holland Public Library cards are eligible.
Grades 9 through adult!
Registration required at the
Adult Reference Desk.
Microsoft Word
2007 Fundamentals
Wednesdays, January 4, 11, 18 & 25
6:30 to 8:00 pm
Computer Lab
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word 2007. Class size limited to 10 people.
Pre-registration required by phone or at the Adult Reference
Desk.
MONDAYS:
Advanced Computer Sessions
Mondays, January 9, 16, 23 & 30
7:00 to 8:30 pm
Computer Lab
These 90-minute open-forum sessions are for EXPERIENCED computer
users ages 18 and older who need additional skills in using
various applications and peripherals.
Come and go as you please anytime during the session!
Pre-registration required by phone or at the Adult Reference
Desk.
WEDNESDAYS:
Novice Internet Sessions
Wednesdays, January 11, 18 & 25
1:30 to 3:00 pm
Computer Lab
January 11: Search the Internet
January 18: E-Mail
January 25: Internet & E-Mail
These 90-minute sessions are for INEXPERIENCED computer users
ages 18 and older. Class size limited to 9 people.
Pre-registration required by phone or at the Adult
Reference Desk.
Book Discussion
Group:
Jodi Picoult - Handle With Care
Saturday, January 14 at 1:30 pm
North Meeting Room
When Charlotte and Sean O’Keefe’s daughter, Willow, is born with
severe osteogenesis imperfecta, they are devastated – she will
suffer hundreds of broken bones as she grows, a lifetime of
pain.
Pick up the book at the Library
beginning December 12.
No registration required.
Feature Film
Presentation:
The Tourist
Saturday, January
21 at 2:00 pm
North Meeting Room
The Tourist
Elise sits next to an American tourist, Frank, on a train going
to Venice. She has chosen him as a decoy, making believe that he
is her lover who is wanted by police. Not only will they need to
evade the police, but also the mobster whose money her lover
stole.
Original Release Date: December 10, 2010
Rated PG-13 for violence and brief strong language
Total Running Time: 1 hour, 43 minutes
FREE POPCORN will be served!
No registration required.
Folk Songs &
Tales of East Africa
Wednesday, February 22 at 7:00 pm
All Ages
Storyteller Anna Stange shares interactive songs and stories
from Kenya and Tanzania. Children will have an opportunity to
try out African folk instruments!
Pre-registration is required in Youth Services and begins February
8.
Mondays and Wednesdays
3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Grades 6 - 12
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 during Teen Time - play some great Wii games!
You can also bring in your own Wii games.
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.
Chess for
Teens
Tuesdays: 6:00 pm to
8:00 pm
North Meeting Room
Learn to play chess!
Stop by the Library on Tuesday nights!
Pre-registration is required.
WINTER READING
PROGRAM
Reading is Snow
Much Fun!
Now through
February 18
Registration closes January 28.
Only the coolest readers with
valid South Holland Public Library cards are eligible.
Grades 9 through adult!
Registration required at the
Adult Reference 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!
WINTER READING
PROGRAM
Reading is Snow
Much Fun!
Now through
February 18 - ALL AGES
Registration closes January 28.
Snow is falling and books are
calling children of all ages to join our
Winter Reading Program! Weekly prize drawings!
Registration required at the
Youth Services Desk.
Winter Throw
Pillow Craft
Tuesday, January 24 at 7:00 pm
Grades 3-6
Bring the winter weather indoors! Add some frosty fun to your
bedroom with a snowflake design throw pillow.
Pre-registration is required and begins January 10.
Let's Go LEGO-ing!
Saturday, January 28 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!
Pre-registration is required and begins January 14.
Pre-School
Story Hour
Thursdays at 10:30am or 6:00 pm
February 9 through March 15
Ages 3-5
Join us for stories, crafts, and a variety of fun activities!
Pre-registration is required and begins January 26.
Let's Go LEGO-ing!
Thursday, February 4 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 January 26.
Musical Story
Go-Round
Saturday, February 11 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 January 28.
Paws to Read
Monday, February 13 at 6:30 pm
Grades 1-4
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 January 30.
LEGOs And More
Monday, February 20 at 2:00 pm
Grades K-6
Spend your school holiday at the Library creating LEGO
structures or playing a variety of board games as space permits.
Pre-registration is required and begins February 4.
Etiquette 101
Tuesday, February 21 at 6:30 pm
Ages 7-12
Children are invited to participate in a fun and interactive
etiquette class!
Instructors from the Etiquette School of Chicago will lead the
children in activities that include introductions, table
manners, and writing thank-you notes.
Pre-registration is required and begins February 7.
Folk Songs &
Tales of East Africa
Wednesday, February 22 at 7:00 pm
All Ages
Storyteller Anna Stange shares interactive songs and stories
from Kenya and Tanzania. Children will have an opportunity to
try out African folk instruments!
Pre-registration is required and begins February 8.
Let's Go LEGO-ing!
Saturday, February 25 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!
Pre-registration is required and begins January 14.
