September is Library Card Sign-up Month

September is Library Card Sign-up Month

September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when the Mokena Community Public Library District joins with the American Library Association and public libraries nationwide to make sure that our students have the most import school supply of all – a free library card. 

As
students head back to school, Executive Director, Cathy Palmer
encourages parents and students to visit the Mokena Community Public
Library District, sign-up for a library card and see what your library
has to offer. 

Resources at the Mokena Community Public Library District are
available to anyone who has a library card. Students can turn to the
library for materials, programs and services that support academic
achievement. “Our library provides students with the tools they need to
succeed,” says Executive Director, Cathy Palmer. They will have
access to a world of both print and electronic resources. Mokena
Community Public Library District houses over 80,000 titles in print and
over 30 online subscription databases available in the library and
remotely. Students can access free reference resources 24/7 online at www.mokena.lib.il.us. These resources include Tutor.com for students in grades 4-12 and College students. Online access to tutoring is available 3:00-10:00 p.m., seven days a week.

The
library also offers programs, activities, book discussion groups and
more. By providing school-age children with engaging
programs and amazing collections, students from all backgrounds become
excited and enthusiastic readers. This September, open the door to a
world of possibilities for the student in your life and sign up for a
library card today. Visit us online at www.mokena.lib.il.us or call 708-479-9663 for more information.

Throughout the course of the month, the library will hold a raffle for a tablet PC and host a number of activities, including:

Story Time and Craft

Monday                               10:00AM - 10:45AM and 11:00AM - 11:45AM                       3-5 Year olds

Tuesday                               10:00AM - 10:45AM and 11:00AM - 11:45AM                       3-5 Year olds

Wednesday                                        6:30PM -    7:15PM  PJ Story Time– All Ages

Thursday                             10:00AM - 10:45AM and 11:00AM - 11:45AM                       2 Year olds

Friday                                    10:00AM – 10:45AM                                                                       All Ages

 Music-in-the-Box Program - Newborn to age 5. 

Begins September 4th! Classes are at 9:30 & 10:00 every Wednesday

Utilizes
music and literature to encourage a child’s ability to concentrate and
listen. It also encourages early literacy. Classes are limited to 20
children and are on a First Come, First Serve basis. Classes start at
scheduled times, so please be prompt. Parent or caregiver must be
present

 Reading with Mandy

Tuesday, September 10, 2013 and Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Students in grades 1-8 can sign up for a time to read with Mandy, a certified therapy dog!

Mandy will be here on the following days from 4:00 to 5:00pm:

 Young Adult Programs - Grades 4-8 welcome!

Thursday, September 12th                            Coffee House    3:00-4:00 pm

Tuesday, September 17th                             Advisory Board                 3:00-4:00 pm

Thursday, September 19th                                          *Movie night      6:30-8:30pm *Bring your blanket and pillow.

Friday, September 20 6-8 p.m.  - Shine up your saddle shoes and rev up the Corvette!!! We are going to twist the night away!!!! Join us in celebrating the 50’s!!! DJ, food and fun!!!!!

50’s Attire Encouraged!! Grades 4-8 welcome!  You MUST have signed parent permission

TEENS - Students grades 9-12

Halo 4 LAN Party for Students grades 9-12

Thursday, September 12th from 6 through 8 P.M.

The
Library will host a Halo LAN party and raffle. Students will have the
chance to show off their Halo skills while entering into a raffle for a
chance to win a Halo 4 theme X-box 360 controller, a 1 year X-Box LIVE
Gold Membership, or 4,000 Microsoft Points.

So live daringly, boldly, and fearlessly. Taste the relish to be found in   competition … and get your palms sweaty!