Name: Friends of the Library June Children's Market Book Sale
Start: 2025-06-14T08:00:00-05:00

The June 14 Market Sale is a Children’s sale held in the library’s underground parking garage across from the farmers market. Sometimes there also may be adult fiction, DVDs, CDs, paperbacks, depending on what we have.

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Friends of the Library June Children's Market...

The June 14 Market Sale is a Children’s sale held in the library’s underground parking garage across from the farmers market. ...

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And don’t miss the many fun and exciting live product demonstrations and direct sales of loads of one-of-a-kind products you won’t find anywhere else! And there’s so much more . . . all weekend long!
From interiors to exteriors and décor to outdoor, we’re here to make your home improvement dreams come true by making your upcoming projects Easy, Fulfilling &amp; Fun! Because a better home means a better life!With thousands of products and services featured at this great event, you can be sure you’ll find the best solutions for all of your home improvement needs all under one roof at the only event serving the area with Free admission and Free parking.Hosted at the Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 Thoreau Dr. N, Schaumburg, Just Southeast of Algonquin and Meacham Roads. This great Home Show is open to the public ONE WEEKEND ONLY, on April 18th &amp; 19th, Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 5pm each day.For more information, visit <a href="https://www.schaumburghomeshow.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.SchaumburgHomeShow.com</a> or call 630-953-2500

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Music industry tastemakers are taking notice of Madera’s distinctive talent. Music Connection Magazine recognized her as one of their Hot 100 Best Unsigned Artists. Last year, she emerged as a top 12 finalist (out of 6,000 entries) in the Americana category of the Unsigned Only competition due to her compelling performance of "Unchained."
Madera’s dedicated fan base is a testament to her captivating live performances, which include sold-out shows at renowned venues like New York’s Bitter End and Nashville’s The Bluebird (where she shared the stage with Dan Navarro, Pete Mroz &amp; Jim Photoglo). She has had a significant festival presence, appearing at Mile 0, 30A, Annapolis Songwriters, and Mile of Music. Madera was selected as a headliner for WMOT’s Finally Friday live concert series in Nashville, further solidifying her musical prowess. A dynamic performer, she has provided show support for and/or shared billing with acclaimed artists like The Zombies, Dan Navarro, Jill Sobule, Maddie Poppe, and Mary Fahl.
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If Mother’s Day planning usually ends with a crowded restaurant, a long wait, and a rushed meal… it might be time to try something better this year.
On Sunday, May 10, Metropolis Ballroom of Arlington Heights is hosting its annual Mother’s Day Brunch - a full-venue experience designed for families who want to celebrate without the usual chaos.
<a href="https://www.metropolisballroom.com/upcoming-events?utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=mothersday26" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">👉 View details and reserve your table here</a>
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<h2>A Brunch That Actually Feels Like an Occasion</h2>
Instead of squeezing into a packed dining room, guests are welcomed into a spacious setting with seating throughout the Ballroom, Campbell Room, Vail Room, and Harmony Suite.
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more room to move
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more comfortable seating
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and a pace that feels relaxed instead of rushed
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It’s the kind of setup that makes it easy to actually enjoy time with family, which is kind of the whole point.
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<h2>Let’s Talk About the Food (Because It’s a Lot)</h2>
This isn’t a “pick one entrée and call it a day” type of brunch.
This year’s menu features 40+ selections, combining chef-attended stations, brunch classics, and globally inspired dishes that give everyone at the table options.
Some highlights include:
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Raw bar with oysters and colossal shrimp
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Prime rib carved to order with au jus and horseradish cream
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Korean-inspired beef kalbi and Mediterranean branzino
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Brioche French toast bites and Nueske candied bacon
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Charcuterie boards and fresh seasonal fruit displays
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Shakshuka and coconut chia pudding
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A full sweets table and Bananas Foster chef station
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And yes...&nbsp;bottomless mimosas are part of the experience.
<a href="https://www.metropolisballroom.com/upcoming-events?utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=mothersday26" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">👉 Reserve your table while seating times are still available</a>
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<h2>Chef Stations + Interactive Experience</h2>
A big part of what sets this brunch apart is the live element.
Guests can enjoy:
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Made-to-order omelets
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A waffle station with full toppings
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Prime rib carving station
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Bananas Foster prepared fresh
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It’s not just a buffet, it’s something you move through, explore, and come back to (more than once).
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<h2>Built for Families (Not Just Couples)</h2>
Whether it’s a table for four or a full family gathering, this setup works.
There’s a wide range of options for all ages, including kid-friendly favorites and crowd-pleasers like Corky’s fried chicken, making it easy to keep everyone happy without overthinking it.
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<h2>Seating Details (What to Know Before Booking)</h2>
Seatings are available every half hour from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
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Your ticket secures your reservation
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The team follows up to confirm your exact seating time
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Earlier bookings = better time selection
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Translation: waiting usually means fewer options.
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<h2>A Better Way to Do Mother’s Day</h2>
Mother’s Day doesn’t have to mean packed restaurants, limited menus, and feeling rushed out the door.
This is a more relaxed, more flexible, and honestly more enjoyable way to celebrate — with great food, space to breathe, and time to actually sit and enjoy it.
<a href="https://www.metropolisballroom.com/upcoming-events?utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=mothersday26" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">👉 Secure your reservation here</a>

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Arlington Heights Memorial Library

Friday May 15th, 6-8PM, Member's NightSaturday May 16th, 9-4PM

Sunday May 17th, 12-4PM
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The Adult sale is held in the Hendrickson Room, on the 2nd floor, and the Children’s sale is held in the Cardinal Room on the 1st floor near the Dunton Avenue entrance.&nbsp; The Adult sale will feature non-fiction books, sorted by category; fiction; vintage books; books in foreign languages; DVDs; Blu-Rays; music CDs; vinyl records; art and posters; and audiobooks. The Children’s sale features board and picture books; easy readers; novels and non-fiction, teen fiction, toys and games, DVDs and CDs.
Auction and Buy It Now items will be for sale on the 2nd floor.&nbsp; Auction bidding begins Friday at 6 pm and ends Saturday at 2 pm.&nbsp; Buy It Now features unique books and items; BIN sales continue through Sunday at 2 pm. Auction and Buy It Now sales may not happen at this sale due to staffing.
For Friday Members’ Night:&nbsp; A person must be a member to enter Members’ Night.&nbsp; Memberships may be purchased online at <a href="https://www.ahml.info/friends" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.ahml.info/friends</a>&nbsp; ($5 individual, $10 family, $25 patron, or $100 life), at the 2nd floor reception desk beginning Friday August 2 at 9 am, or on Members' night at the sale on Friday.&nbsp; To get a place in line early, members may pick up a number at the 2nd floor reception desk beginning Friday at 9 am.
Friday Members’ Night Line-Up:&nbsp; Shoppers should arrive 15 minutes before the sale begins to line up in numerical order for entry.
Sale Requirements &amp; Information:&nbsp; Scanning is not allowed at FOL sales on any device.&nbsp; Please call or text outside the salerooms.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Children’s Sale Only:&nbsp; 25% Teacher discount with valid ID on Friday or Saturday.&nbsp; There will be an $8 Children's bag sale on Sunday (fill up a shopping bag with as many books as you want for $8)&nbsp; 25% discount does not apply to Sunday bag sales.&nbsp; Everyone’s patience and courtesy to others is appreciated.
The Arlington Heights Memorial Library is located at 500 N Dunton Avenue.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The Friends accept cash, checks, credit cards and PayPal for payment.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Questions?&nbsp; Contact the Friends at <a href="mailto:friends@ahml.info" target="_blank">friends@ahml.info</a> or call 847-506-2663

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