Parent-Child Book Club
April 14 - The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau                      Available March 10
The city of Ember was built as a last refuge for the human race.  Two hundred years later, the great lamps that light the city are beginning to flicker.  When Lina finds part of an ancient message, she’s sure it holds a secret that will save the city.  She and her friend Doon must decipher the message before the lights go out on Ember forever!

Teen Book Club
March 18 - Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life by Wendy Moss   
Available Feb. 19  
Just before his thirteenth birthday, Jeremy Fink receives a keyless locked box – set aside by his father before his death five years earlier – that purportedly contains the meaning of life. 
April 15 - The Third Eye by Lois Duncan                        
Available March 18
High school senior Karen uses her psychic powers to help the police locate missing children. 
May 21- Stuck in Neutral by Terry Trueman                              Available April 15
Fourteen-year-old Shawn McDaniel, who is afflicted with a severe form of cerebral palsy, shares his thoughts and feelings about his life, his family, and his condition.

Mother-Daughter Book Club
March 10 - The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate Dicamillo
Available February 11
Edward Tulane, a cold-hearted and proud toy rabbit, loves only himself until he is separated from the little girl who adores him and travels across the country acquiring new owners and listening to their hopes, dreams, and histories.

After School Programming – Animal Fun
Come and listen to animal stories and make a craft This program is for children in grades 1-3. Registration begins two weeks prior to the class. Enrollment is limited.  Register online or call 847-358-5881, ext. 132.
Bunny Rabbit Fun
Thursday, March 20, 4:00 p.m.
Join us as we tell tales about our little furry hopping friend, the bunny rabbit.  We will make a bunny craft for you to take home.
Dog Fun
Thursday, April 17, 4:00 p.m.
Come listen to stories of man’s best friend.  We will make dog sock puppets for you to take home.

Peter Rabbit Comes to the Library!
Friday, March 21, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, March 22, 10:30 – 12:00 Noon
Peter Rabbit will be at the library to meet and greet children of all ages.  Come and visit with Peter and enjoy a few classic Beatrix Potter tales.

Spring Break at the Library….Mexico
Search for Items from Mexico
Amigos, come into the Popular Materials Department anytime between Monday, March 24 and Friday, March 28 and look for items that remind you of Mexico.   The items will be labeled in Spanish.  Children are invited to find all the items of Mexico, translate the Spanish names into English,  and enter a drawing to win a prize. 
Spanish Language Class
Monday, March 24, 11:00 a.m.
Language Stars will be at the library to help children learn Spanish through fun, songs and games. For grades 2-4. Registration is required.
Fiesta
Tuesday, March 25, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
To celebrate Spring Break in Mexico join us in a fiesta with food, games and fun.  Drop in between 2:00 and 4:00. No registration required.
Special Stories from Mexico
Wednesday, March 26, 10:00 a.m.
Join us for a special storytime featuring tales from South of the border - Mexico.  This program will be for children ages 2-6.
Special  Mexico Drop-In Craft
Thursday, March 27, 10:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Children can create and take home a part of the Mexican culture.  Children preschool and up with a parent are invited to drop in and make a craft.  Use your creativity and have some fun.
Zorro Masks and Movie
Friday, March 28, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Children with a parent are welcome to stop in between 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. and make a mask like the swashbuckling hero, The Legend of Zorro.  You are welcome to stay for the movie Zorro which will be shown at 2:00.
Movie: The Legend of Zorro
Friday, March 28, 2:00 p.m.
Enjoy the flavors of Mexico and watch the adventures of Zorro in The Legend of Zorro (PG).