January 2023 - Eisenhower Public Library

New Books: 01/31/2023

January 31, 2023 | Comments Off

Exiles by Jane Harper
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Maame by Jessica George
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River Sing Me Home by Eleanor Shearer
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Am I Even A Bee? by Felicity Muth

January 31, 2023 | Comments Off

"Her mother's note said she was a bee, but Osmia wasn't so sure. She began to wonder if she was even a bee at all."

February 2023 LibraryReads Hall of Fame

January 30, 2023 | Comments Off

Every month at libraryreads.org, librarians across the county nominate their favorite upcoming books. Whichever books get the most nominations go onto the monthly list. Place holds now to get these sure-to-be popular books as soon as possible after they're released.

The It Girl by Ruth Ware

January 29, 2023 | Comments Off

“She had the kind of beauty that hurt your eyes if you looked at her for too long, but made it hard to tear your gaze away. It was, Hannah realized, as if a different kind of light were shining on her than on the rest of the room.”

Cozy Mystery Book Club: A Cold Day in Paradise

January 28, 2023 | Comments Off

Tuesday, February 28, 2023, 7:00 PM.

Join us each month for a virtual book discussion to talk about cozy mysteries. This month's book will be A Cold Day in Paradise by Steve Hamilton.

Goodreads Choice Awards Challenge 2023

January 28, 2023 | Comments Off

December 01 - February 28, 2023.

It’s time for the annual Goodreads Choice Awards, the only major book awards decided by readers.

Winter Reading 2023

January 27, 2023 | Comments Off

January 01 – February 28, 2023.

Do you accept the challenge to snuggle up with some hot reads this season?

Facebook Movie Night: When’s Your Birthday?

January 27, 2023 | Comments Off

Monday, February 27, 2023, 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 screw-ball comedy, When's Your Birthday?

1973 Film Series: Paper Moon

January 27, 2023 | Comments Off

Monday, February 27, 2023, 2:00 PM.

We're celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Eisenhower Library with a film series dedicated to the year the library was founded. Every month throughout the year, join us for a screening of one of 1973's greatest movies. This month, we're watching Paper Moon.

More Like Prince Harry’s Spare

January 27, 2023 | Comments Off

If you read Spare by Prince Harry and need more about this generation of the royal family or if you're on the hold list and you're looking for something to tide you over until it arrives, here's a few read-a-likes we hope you'll love.

Bittersweet by Susan Cain

January 26, 2023 | Comments Off

It’s no secret that the western world is uncomfortable with death, sadness, and anything related to the macabre.

The Weird & Wonderful World of Mary Roach

January 25, 2023 | Comments Off

Wednesday, March 01, 2023, 7:00 PM.

Experience an entertaining and hilarious evening with New York Times best-selling science author, Mary Roach. She will discuss her frank approach to science, the importance of humor, and explore the weird, wonderful world in which we live!

BookStories Film Series: Hello, Bookstore

January 25, 2023 | Comments Off

Saturday, February 25, 2023, 2:30 PM

This winter we're celebrating books, bookstores, and libraries with a series of screenings of films highlighting bookstores. Today we'll watch new documentary Hello, Bookstore.

Only One Week Until Battle Begins!

January 25, 2023 | Comments Off

The Battle of the Books countdown is counting down! The Practice Battle will officially open the battle season on February 1st at 4pm.
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Call Him Jack: The Story of Jackie Robinson, Black Freedom Fighter by Yohuru Williams and Michael G. Long

January 24, 2023 | Comments Off

"I finally got dressed and looked at myself in the mirror. I was wearing a brand-new uniform-No. 42. It fit me and was comfortable, but I still felt like a stranger, or an uninvited guest."

BYO Book Club Recommendations

January 24, 2023 | 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 including those listed below. Looks like we’ll be doing it again on January 27th at 3:30 PM. If you’d like to tell us about some books or hear what your fellow readers suggest, join our Zoom chat.

New Books: 01/24/2023

January 24, 2023 | Comments Off

The Twyford Code by Janice Hallett
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Daughters of Victory by Gabriella Saab
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The Faraway World: Stories by Patricia Engel
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Tax Forms

January 23, 2023 | Comments Off

It’s tax season! Common tax forms are expected to be available at Eisenhower starting in mid-February. More specific forms can be printed at no charge for residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights. There is a limit of two copies per …

2023 Walter Awards Winners

January 23, 2023 | Comments Off

The We Need Diverse Books Walter Awards Judging Committee has selected the Winners and Honorees for the eighth annual Walter Dean Myers Awards for Outstanding Children’s Literature.

Camp Fire Tales Club: All Systems Red

January 22, 2023 | Comments Off

Wednesday, February 22, 2023, 6:30 PM.

Escape the ordinary with monthly discussions of science fiction, fantasy, and horror novellas. This month's book will be All Systems Red by Martha Wells.

Ridgewood Author Visit with Rena Barron

January 22, 2023 | Comments Off

Friday, February 24, 2023, 12:30 PM.

Live from the Ridgewood High School auditorium, Middle Grade and Young Adult author Rena Barron discusses her writing process, craft, world-building, and more.