Next Week Is Money Smart Week at GEPL

Celebrate Money Smart Week (April 23, 2016 – April 30, 2016) at the library. Reserve your spot to any of these programs by visiting gepl.org/money-smart-week or by calling 630-790-6630.

Have You BEEN to the Library Lately?
Monday, April 25 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Reserve your spot for one of four 30-minute guided tours of the Circulation, Adult and Youth departments, including what happens behind the scenes. Learn about the library’s online resources and discover why GEPL is so much more than books.

PR Secrets from a Media Insider
Tuesday, April 26 | 10:00 – 11:30 am
Matt Baron, whose work has appeared in the Chicago Tribune, USA Today and Time, will walk you through the rapidly evolving communications landscape in this practical workshop. Learn how to craft compelling news releases, secure media coverage that leads to greater profits and more.

3D Printing for Adults and Business Owners
Wednesday, April 27 | 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Discover the personal and small business applications of 3D printing with help from Gail Jo Kelly, Most Complex Design award winner in the Adult Category of GEPL’s 3D Design Competition.

Cable No More
Thursday, April 28 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Watch TV without an expensive cable subscription. Learn how to use Roku and Apple TV and how to stream television and movies through services like Netflix, Hulu and Hoopla (a free library resource).

Keep It Safe: Know Your Rights as a Consumer
Friday, April 29 | 10:00 – 11:30 am
Learn how to protect your finances and your identity with help from Wheaton Bank and Trust. Discover how to guard against predatory lending practices, be financially prepared for disasters and more.