Date and time: Saturday, May 8, 2-3:30 p.m.
Location: Hendrickson Room
The Library is excited to announce that author Frank Portman is coming. He’s a multitalented singer/songwriter, guitarist and author. He’s also part of a celebrated punk rock band called the Mr. T Experience (MTX). He’s written two books, King Dork and Andromeda Klein. Hear about Frank’s experiences as a writer and listen to some of his musical riffs on guitar. Multiple copies of the author’s books are displayed at the Library and are available for checkout. Register online or at the Reception Desk, 847-392-0100.
Date and time: Friday, August 20, 7–8:30 p.m.
Location: Hendrickson Room
Join us for the 4th Annual Teen Film Fest. See the winning entries; cheer for your favorites. Daily Herald film critic Dann Gire will host and judge the event. The Library is awarding cash prizes to the top three winning films, including $100 to the best film. Register online or at the Reception Desk, 847-392-0100.A sellout crowd turned out for the 6th Annual Teen Film Fest at the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre on Sunday, August 5. Twenty-seven films were submitted and awards made in five different categories.
Check out these three winners on our Teen page:
Best Cinematography:
Ian Fitzgerald - Time Lapse -Suburbia
Best Music Video:
Rosa Weiss – Original Song “Just Another Face”
Best Acting:
Daniel Carpenter – Imaginary Warfare
You can see the rest of the winners on our teen Facebook page:
Best Overall:
Anders Gustafson - Titanic 2 Trailer
Best Horror:
Robert Kraybill – Dementia
Best A.H. Landmark:
Dennis Guinlan – 125 Years of Progress
Date and time: Wednesday, September 8, 6–7:30 p.m.
Location: Hendrickson Room– North
Come enjoy free Chipotle burritos and watch this fascinating and informative documentary about where the food you put in your mouth comes from. You'll never look at dinner the same way again! For teens ages 13–18. Register online or at the Reception Desk, 847-392-0100.
Date and time: October 19, 6-7:30 p.m.
Location: Teen area
Absurd...yep. Hilarious...uh-huh. Wildly inventive...you bet! Come hear James Kennedy, author of The Order of Odd Fish, talk about this wonderfully bizarre book. He'll talk about his book, reenact parts, give readings, and in addition, there will be some some flat-out "odd" activities he has in store for all who come! For ages 11-18. Register online or at the Reception Desk, 847-392-0100.