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BOOKCLUBS, PROGRAMS, MAKERSPACE, STUDY ROOMS, AND MORE.
 
Health & Wellness
 
Legs of marathan runners.
MONDAY, AUG. 4 • 6–7 P.M.
Please join us for a presentation hosted by Glen Kamps, Wellness Ambassador from Dick Pond Athletics. Walk2Run is a free wellness program that has been offered in the St. Charles location for the past 14 years. Participants of the program have lost weight, lowered blood pressure and have been able to wean off certain medications.
 
Garden Friends
 
A ruddy darter dragonfly.
TUESDAY, AUG. 5 • 1:30–2:45 P.M.
From their unusual life cycle of transformation to their bizarre sex life, mystifying migratory habits, and their struggle for survival, there is plenty to discover and marvel about dragonflies and damselflies. Find out how dragonflies tell us something about the health of our waterways and our world. Then discover how you can garden to attract these remarkable flying creatures!
 
Get Outside
 
by Scott Shupe
Illinois Wildlife Encyclopedia
Here, naturalist Scott Shupe offers detailed information on all the wildlife that resides in the Prairie State. Included are over 800 color photographs, depicting the different species of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish, while also offering over 600 range maps to show their territory.
 
by Aimee Nezhukumatathil
World of Wonders
From beloved, award-winning poet Aimee Nezhukumatathil comes a debut work of nonfiction—a collection of essays about the natural world, and the way its inhabitants can teach, support, and inspire us.
 
by Barbara I. Bond
Take a Hike, Chicago
Chicago and its surroundings offer hikers a rich variety of hiking options, including rugged trails, large forest preserves, and looping rivers. Because of the unique scenery around the city, hiking in Chicago is more than just a trek around town. Dedicated outdoor explorer Barbara I. Bond shows you the best hikes in and around Chicago—all within two hours of the city.
 
by Delanie Holton-Fessler
Maker Camp
Classic and innovative hands-on projects for kids ages 3 and up designed to teach both heritage skills and how to think creatively.
 
by Paul Magnanti
How to Survive Your First Trip in the Wild
A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single book. How to Survive Your First Trip in the Wild bundles up everything you need to prep for your first-ever backpacking adventure―so you can explore the backcountry with confidence.
 
by America's Test Kitchen
The Outdoor Cook
Your comprehensive guide to outdoor cooking with 150 recipes to make the whole meal outdoors, including snacks, sides, breads,
and desserts.
 
 
 
 
Read more books about Getting Outside here.
 
Get Together with Friends
 
Discover What's Yours Today! promotional image for State Rep. Matt Hanson mobile office hours featuring Illinois State Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs.
TUESDAY, AUG. 5 • 10 A.M.–1 P.M.
 
Do you have unclaimed money waiting for you?
The Illinois Treasurer’s I-Cash program helps residents recover forgotten funds like old bank accounts, uncashed checks, insurance proceeds, and more — and 1 in 4 Illinoisans finds something when they check!
The IL Treasurer's Staff will accompany State Rep. Matt Hanson
during his mobile office hours. They will be on-site to
help you search and claim what’s yours!
 
 No appointment needed — stop by and see if you have money waiting!
 
You can also go online at IllinoisTreasurer.gov/ICASH to learn more and see if you have money to claim.
For the Foodies
By Meike Peters
Noon
This bold new cookbook by James Beard Award–winning author and photographer Meike Peters invites us to indulge in simple, satisfying, and scrumptious meals to feed our midday cravings. With a few tricks and clever flavor combinations to keep your mind, body, and soul happy, Noon makes it easy to treat yourself throughout the day.
 
About the Author
Meike Peters won a James Beard Award for her first cookbook, Eat in My Kitchen. She is also the author of 365: A Year of Everyday Cooking & Baking. She started her food blog in 2013 and writes about food and traveling. For her Meet in My Kitchen podcast, she invites guests to her kitchen in Berlin where she lives.
More by Meike Peters
365
Eat in My Kitchen
Harvest Meals
Simply Tomato
Bowls
Week Light
The Salad lab
Lessons in History
 
Martina Mathisen dressed us Louella Parsons.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6 • 1:30–2:30 P.M.
You will be temporarily transported to old Hollywood while hearing about the triumphs and transgressions of some of the era's biggest stars from the time-traveling Hollywood gossip columnist herself! Martina Mathisen is Louella Parsons, Hollywood's most dynamic gossip columnist. Born in Freeport, IL in 1881, Louella was called the Queen of Hollywood.
 
Learn New Tech
 
Drawstring Bag
PROJECT OF THE MONTH:
SEW A DRAWSTRING
BAG (ADULTS)
Home Improvement
 
Beautifully remodeled kitchen.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6 • 7–8 P.M.
Thinking of remodeling your kitchen or bath but not sure where or how to begin? Not sure of the difference between quartz and granite? Learn how to develop a design plan to give to multiple contractors to make sure you get the right price on your project. We'll discuss materials, local places to shop, and how to develop a plan of attack for your new space.
 
Just for Teens
 
School Supplies
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6 • 3–4 P.M.
THURSDAY, AUG. 7 • 4:30–5:30 P.M.
While Supplies Last
SPRAYED BOOK EDGES
(ENTERING GRADES 6-12)
All Ages Fun!
 
Wonder Park movie banner.
SATURDAY, AUG. 9 • 9:30–11 A.M.
Join us for our Sensory Friendly Movie Event. This event is an inclusive movie in a sensory friendly environment. We will provide quiet sensory aids including noise-cancelling headphones, dark glasses, and fidgets. Please feel free to bring a blanket, pillow, and a comfort toy. There will be dim lighting in the room throughout the movie and appropriate noise levels.

READ WITH US
FAMILY STORYTIME (ALL AGES)
MONDAY, AUG. 4 • 4–4:45 P.M.
TUESDAY, AUG. 5 • 6:30–7 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6 • 9:30–10 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6 • 10:30–11 A.M.
FRIDAY, AUG. 7 • 4–4:45 P.M.

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
SATURDAY, AUG. 2 • 9 A.M.–2 P.M.
GIGGLES & WIGGLES FOR LITTLES
(BIRTH-2 YEARS W/CAREGIVER)
REFRIGERATOR
ART CLUB (ALL AGES)
TUESDAY, AUG. 5 • 6–8 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6 • 1–1:45 P.M.
THURSDAY, AUG. 7 • 6–8 P.M.
MUSIC & MOVEMENT (ALL AGES)
FRIDAY, AUG. 8 • 2–3 P.M.
 
 
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