May 2018 - Eisenhower Public Library

The Philosopher’s Flight by Tom Miller

May 30, 2018 | Comments Off

Power flares everywhere in The Philosopher’s Flight, the debut novel from Tom Miller.

Modern Times Film Series: The Big Sick

May 23, 2018 | Comments Off

Tuesdays, June 12, 2:00 PM & June 26, 6:00 PM.

Twice a month, the Modern Times Film Series showcases new additions to the library’s movie collection. This month's movie will be The Big Sick. When a new relationship is interrupted by illness, a stand–up comedian struggles to figure out who he really is and what he truly believes. 2017. Rated R. 1h, 59m.

Hear a Story Read from Space!

May 22, 2018 | Comments Off

Storytime from Space is exactly what it promises to be. Astronauts have been recorded reading different space and science themed picture books while on the International Space Station. These readings have been posted online for you to enjoy as part of a project of the Global Space Education Foundation in conjunction with other organizations including NASA.

Central Baptist Book Club: Our Souls at Night

May 22, 2018 | Comments Off

Friday, June 22, 2018, 3:30 PM.

Every month, residents of Central Baptist Village meet in the Craft Room to discuss a book chosen by our Outreach Librarian. This month we're reading Our Souls at Night by Kent Haruf.

Classic Film Series: The Godfather Part II

May 21, 2018 | Comments Off

Thursday, June 21, 2018, 1:00 PM.

Our Classic Film Series continues with The Godfather Part II.

Only Human by Sylvain Neuvel

May 20, 2018 | Comments Off

It's often said that the only thing that will end political strife on our planet is an alien invasion. Even Bill Clinton repeated that cliché. "Think of how all the difference among people on earth would seem small if we felt threatened by a space invader. Everybody gets together and makes nice."

Velvet by Ed Brubaker

May 19, 2018 | Comments Off

Ed Brubaker has been writing comics for a while now and he's done a lot of different things with the medium. He'll probably be remembered for his time writing Captain America where he turned the series into a political thriller and introduced the character of the Winter Soldier. His writing undeniably influenced the direction of Marvel's blockbuster movies.

The Immortalists by Chloe Benjamin

May 17, 2018 | Comments Off

If you could find out when you were going to die, would you?

June 2018 LibraryReads

May 16, 2018 | Comments Off

Every month at libraryreads.org, librarians across the county nominate their favorite books. Whichever ten books get the most nominations go onto the monthly list. Place holds now to get on the top of the list when these books come out next month.

Writing in the Margins: Summer 2018

May 15, 2018 | Comments Off

This year’s summer reading theme is Reading Takes You Everywhere. I’d like to share with you how reading – and listening – helped me discover my mother’s country.

Polish Heritage Book Club: Death in Breslau

May 14, 2018 | Comments Off

Thursday, June 14, 2018, 3:00 PM.

Join us every other month for an English-language book discussion group focused on literature related to Poland and Polish culture. This month we're discussing Death in Breslau by Marek Krajewski.

Page to Screen Club: The Mosquito Coast

May 13, 2018 | Comments Off

Wednesday, June 13, 2018, 1:30 PM.

This month we'll watch The Mosquito Coast after reading the novel by Paul Theroux. 1986. PG. 1h 57m.

Dino Duckling by Alison Murray

May 11, 2018 | Comments Off

“Sometimes Dino Duckling couldn’t help feeling different, but Mama Duck always said, ‘Big and wide, sleek and slim, we’re a family and we all fit in.’”

Adult Book Discussion: Our Souls at Night

May 9, 2018 | Comments Off

Monday, June 04, 2018, 7:00 - 8:30 PM.
Tuesday, June 05, 2018, 2:00 - 3:30 PM.

This month’s Adult Book Discussion book will be Our Souls at Night by Kent Haruf.

Classic Film Series: The Godfather

May 7, 2018 | Comments Off

Thursday, June 07, 2018, 1:00 PM.

Our Classic Film Series continues with The Godfather.

Bus Trip: Shopping in Lincoln Square

May 7, 2018 | Comments Off

Tuesday, August 21, 10:00 AM–2:30 PM. $20.00.

Chicago's Lincoln Square is the perfect place for a shopping spree. Visit The Book Cellar, Savory Spice, Laurie's Planet of Sound, Merz Apothecary, Timeless Toys, The Chopping Block, Gene's Sausage Shop, the Old Town School of Folk Music, and more. Enjoy lunch at any of the neighborhood's many restaurants

Plotted: A Literary Atlas by Andrew DeGraff

May 6, 2018 | Comments Off

How many islands did Odysseus pass on his voyage? Where in the castle did Hamlet kill his step–father? What was the footprint of the journey of Huck and Jim? Find out in this collection of maps by pop cartographer Andrew DeGraff.

Bus Trip: The Science Behind Pixar

May 5, 2018 | Comments Off

Monday, July 23, 2018, 8:45 AM - 2:30 PM. $30.00.

The Museum of Science and Industry takes you behind the scenes of the best animation studio in the business today, responsible for Buzz Lightyear, Dory, and WALL–E. More than just a trip down movie memory lane, this exhibition showcases the scientific concepts used by Pixar’s artists.

Bus Trip: Butterflies and Blooms at the Chicago Botanic Gardens

May 4, 2018 | Comments Off

Wednesday, June 27, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM. $45.00.

Immerse yourself in a habitat filled with hundreds of beautiful butterflies. Peek into the pupa room to see butterflies emerging from their cocoons. This exhibition is filled with species native to South America, Asia, North America, and Africa, as well as those native to Illinois. Registration fee includes lunch and tram rides.

Paddington 2

May 2, 2018 | Comments Off

The first Paddington Bear movie was a true surprise. Despite expectations of mediocrity, Paddington’s story of simple kindness and themes of acceptance won me over.