January Events at the Bolingbrook Library

BOLINGBROOK, IL — Fountaindale Public Library District is ready to ring in the New Year with a plethora of programming for adults, teens and children. With everything from digital media courses to health and wellness discussions, to Zumba and adult coloring clubs, there is something for everyone to enjoy at Fountaindale Public Library.

A list of January library events and details is below. All programs are free of charge and require registration unless otherwise stated. For more information and a complete list of events, visit fountaindale.org. All information is accurate as of the date of this release.

Studio 300 Programs

Registrants must be Fountaindale Public Library cardholders who have already completed Studio 300 orientation.

Adobe Photoshop 101
Monday, Jan. 18, 6:30 p.m.

Adobe Illustrator 101
Tuesday, Jan. 19, 7:00 p.m.

Adobe Acrobat Pro 101
Thursday, Jan. 21, 7:00 p.m.

Adobe InDesign 101
Saturday, January 23, 2:00 p.m.

PowerPoint Makeovers
Monday, Jan. 25, 7:00 p.m.

3-D Design & Printing
Tuesday, Jan. 26, 7:00 p.m.

Create an object with software and then make it come to life using a 3-D printer.

Adult Activity Highlights

A New Day and a Fresh Start
Thursday, Jan. 7, 7:00 p.m.

Yesterday you were so distracted that nothing got done. Today you resolved to take control. Learn simple steps for tackling the demands on your time. This interactive program will get you on the path to accomplishing projects as well as day-to-day activities. The techniques presented will help you with your job search, business activity and your personal life.

Conquer Your Core
Wednesday, Jan. 6, 7:30 p.m.
Workout and strengthen your core muscles.

Zumba
Saturday, Jan. 9, 10:45 a.m.
Dance, workout, party and have fun! Bring a good pair of gym shoes, water and a towel.

Yoga
Mondays, Jan. 11, 18 & 25, 6:15 p.m.
Yoga instructor Carole Savard will show you how to relax and stretch. Please bring a bottle of water and a yoga mat or towel.

Weight Loss Lies and Myths
Tuesday, Jan. 12, 7 p.m.
Discover the secrets that magazines, TV and diet perpetrators don’t want you to know. Separate fact from fiction and get on the right path to weight loss success.

Healthy Cuisine
Thursday, Jan. 14, 7:00 p.m.
Chef Maddox will teach you how to make healthy meals. All participants will receive recipes and food
samples.

Adult Coloring Club
Saturday, Jan. 16, 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 20, 10:00 a.m.–noon
Tuesday, Jan. 26, 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Start the new year by coloring away your stress! We will provide coloring sheets, colored pencils and light refreshments. You are also welcome to bring coloring books and pencils of your own. Drop in; no registration necessary.

Teen Scene

Teen programs are for students entering grades 6–12 unless otherwise noted.

School Supply Siege Warfare
Wednesday, Jan. 13, 3:30 p.m.
Using only school supplies and your own wits, build towers and mini catapults. Drop in; no registratio required.

TV Production for Teens
Monday, Jan. 18, 1:30 p.m.
Learn how to use production equipment and cameras to produce original video programs in this three-hour boot camp.

NEW! Food for Thought
Thursday, Jan. 21, 4:00 p.m.
Introducing a whole new book club for teens! No required reading. No in-depth questions. Just talk about a book—any book—you’ve read while enjoying snacks.

Kid’s Corner

Family Coloring Party
Sunday, Jan. 10, 2:00 p.m.
Coloring isn’t just for kids! All ages can enjoy the benefits of coloring which generates quietness, lessens stress and stimulates motor skills. Drop in; no registration required.

iMake (Grades K–5)
Thursday, Jan. 14, 4:15 p.m.
Try out the library’s newest technologies. Drop in, no registration required. Kindergarteners must be accompanied by an adult.

STEAM Family Workshop (Grades K–5)
Saturday, Jan. 16, 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Explore our STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) stations highlighting hands-on activities for the family to complete together. Drop in; no registration required. Kindergarteners must be accompanies by an adult.

Monarch Reading Club Read-In (Grades K–3)
Monday, Jan. 18, 1:30–4:30 p.m.
Pick up a Monarch Award reading log and start reading. Kids who read or listen to all 20 nominated books will earn a free paperback book. Those who read at least five nominees can vote for their favorites and attend our pizza party in February. Listen to all or some of the nominees at this event. Drop in; no registration required.

Community Outreach and Bookmobile

Panera Bread Milk & Cookies Storytimes (Kids age 2–6 years old with an adult)
Thursdays, Jan. 7 & 21, 9:30 a.m.
Panera Bread, 714 E. Boughton Road
Enjoy milk and a cookie while we read a story. Storytimes include stories, interactive puppets as well as music and movement. Call Laura Didier at 630.685.4167 to register.

McStory Time (Kids age 2–6 years old with an adult)
Thursday, Jan. 14, 9:30 a.m., McDonald’s Playroom, 100 N. Bolingbrook Drive
Thursday, Jan. 28, 9:30 a.m., McDonald’s Playroom, 295 N. Weber Road
Enjoy interactive storytime at both Bolingbrook McDonald’s locations. Call Laura Didier at 630.685.4167 to register.

Winterfest (A Bolingbrook Park District event)
Saturday, Jan. 23, 10:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Annerino Community Center
Don’t miss storytimes with our Outreach staff in the Board Room all day! The Fountaindale Public Library Bookmobile makes scheduled community stops throughout the month for patrons to check out books, magazines, DVDs, CDs, NOOKs, Playaways and much more. Visit fountaindale.org/outreach/bookmobile for a list of stops.

Programas en Español

Introducción a Photoshop
Lunes, Enero 4, 7:00 p.m.
Aprenda las técnicas y herramientas de Adobe Photoshop.

Aperitivos de Solo Dos Ingredientes, Saludables y Rápidos de Preparar
Jueves, Enero 7, 7:00 p.m.

¿Cansado de los mismos bocadillos comprados en las tiendas? Esta clase demostrará recetas de meriendas rápidas de preparar para que usted y su familia puedan disfrutar de estas deliciosas opciones saludables.

Como Preparer Recetas Rapidas
Jueves, Enero 28, 7:00 p.m.

Usted puede pensar que rápido, delicioso y saludable no van de la mano, pero esta clase le ayudará a planificar comidas rápidas y saludables para cuando este en un apuro o simplemente cansado después de un largo día.