February 2022 - Eisenhower Public Library

Facebook Movie Night: The Time of Your Life

February 28, 2022 | Comments Off

Monday, March 28, 2021, 7:00 PM.

Join us on our Facebook page every Monday night at 7:00 PM for an online screening of a classic movie. This week we’re watching the adaptation of William Saroyan's play The Time of Your Life.

Safety Updates 11/09/2022

February 28, 2022 | Comments Off

As of February 28th, Governor Pritzer's statewide indoor mask requirement has been lifted. At this time, we will encourage library visitors, especially the unvaccinated, those who are immunocompromised or with family members who are immunocompromised, and children under five who are not eligible for a vaccine, to wear them as well. However, masks will not be required to enter the library or for library staff.

February’s New DVDs & Blu-rays

February 28, 2022 | Comments Off

Encanto
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Ghostbusters: Afterlife
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Clifford the Big Red Dog
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The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling

February 28, 2022 | Comments Off

Don’t wait until the scary season to read Erin Sterling’s witchy romance The Ex Hex.

Six Books for Fans of White Dancing Elephants by Chaya Bhuvaneswar

February 28, 2022 | Comments Off

I hope you enjoyed, White Dancing Elephants by Chaya Bhuvaneswar, the February 2022 selection for our Facebook Book Club. If you did, maybe you’ll also like something from this list of short story collections featuring intricately tangled relationships.

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Goldenrod by Maggie Smith

February 27, 2022 | Comments Off

“I am offering the only thing I have. I am holding out my hand, feeding myself to the hungry future.”

This collection of poetry is about objects from everyday life, parenting, love, memories, hope and solitude.

Thirsty Mermaids by Kat Leyh

February 26, 2022 | Comments Off

When I think of mermaids, I think of Ariel, or the mermaids in Peter Pan. Kat Leyh has a whole unique vision of the world of magical mermaids.

An Evening with Author Jenny Lawson

February 25, 2022 | Comments Off

Wednesday, March 30, 2022, 7:00 PM.

Join us for an evening with award-winning humorist Jenny Lawson as she discusses her most recent bestseller, Broken (in the best possible way) and her brilliantly funny body of work.

Central Baptist Book Club: The Survivors

February 25, 2022 | Comments Off

Friday, March 25, 2022, 3:30 PM.

Every month, residents of Central Baptist Village meet in the CBV library to discuss a book chosen by our Outreach Librarian. This month we're reading The Survivors by Jane Harper.

No Exit on Hulu

February 25, 2022 | Comments Off

The thriller No Exit debuted on Hulu today Based on the popular novel by Taylor Adams, No Exit tells the story of a young woman stuck at a mountain rest stop with strangers where she finds an abducted girl locked in the back of someone's car. Will she able to save the girl or will she become the kidnappers next victim?

Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

February 25, 2022 | Comments Off

Iron Widow is a world of giant transforming robots that battle the Hunduns, giant alien beasts which threaten to cross the great border walls.

Battle 2 Recap

February 24, 2022 | Comments Off

So amidst the technical glitches (and we really appreciate everyone’s patience), Battle 2 went well. All of the teams should be very proud of their efforts.

Please note, there are additional challenge points under review. If any points are awarded, …

Notes on Grief by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

February 24, 2022 | Comments Off

“How is it the world keeps going, breathing in and out unchanged, while in my soul there is a permanent scattering?”

Our Mystery Picture is Almost Done

February 23, 2022 | Comments Off

This winter visitors to Kids World have been working on some fun sticker art to reveal a mystery picture. I thought it might be fun to show the community how their picture is coming along. Make sure to stop in and add a sticker or two until the picture is fully revealed!

BYO Book Club Recommendations

February 23, 2022 | Comments Off

At the last meeting of the Bring Your Own Book Club, a bunch of book lovers chatted about the books we’ve all been reading lately. Looks like we’ll be doing it again on February 25th if you’d like to join us on Zoom.

Castle in the Clouds by Kerstin Gier

February 23, 2022 | Comments Off

“One thing was for sure: This Christmas was going to be anything but boring.” "Legend had it that the hotel was haunted, and I could well believe it."

Cozy Mystery Book Club: Death Overdue

February 22, 2022 | Comments Off

Tuesday, March 22, 2022, 7:00 PM.

Join us each month for a virtual book discussion to talk about cozy mysteries. This month's book will be Death Overdue by Allison Brook.

New Books: 02/22/2022

February 22, 2022 | Comments Off

This Might Hurt by Stephanie Wrobel
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The First Kennedys: The Humble Roots of an American Dynasty by Neal Thompson
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Extasia by Claire Legrand
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Facebook Movie Night: The Wasp Woman

February 21, 2022 | Comments Off

Monday, March 21, 2021, 7:00 PM.

Join us on our Facebook page every Monday night at 7:00 PM for an online screening of a classic movie. This week we’re watching Roger Corman's B movie classic The Wasp Woman.

Black History Reads for the Family

February 21, 2022 | Comments Off

History is full of interesting stories. These picture books are great ones to read and discuss with your family during Black History Month.

How Y’all Doing by Leslie Jordan

February 21, 2022 | Comments Off

During the lockdown period of the pandemic, actor Leslie Jordan delighted his “fellow hunker downers” with his pillow talk on Instagram. Celebrity stories, quips about cooking, observing small joys like leaving the house for a dental appointment: Leslie shared it all with deadpan delivery.