July 12th, 7:00 p.m.

This program will focus on Chicago and our relationship with the Olympics, just in time for the opening ceremony in Tokyo on July 23rd. Learn from well-known sports historian Dr. Steven Riess how Chicago was bounced from holding the 1904 Olympics and also about Chicago’s failure to get the 2016 Games. Discover the story of reactionary Avery Brundage, a wealthy Chicagoan, who was president of the International Olympic Committee from 1952 to 1972.  
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ADULT LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Recursion by Blake Crouch 
July 14th, 7:00 p.m.
Books available at the Adult Help Desk

Join us as we discuss Recursion by Blake Crouch 
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June 14 - July 25th

Sign up to read 100 minutes each week over the summer with us. Earn prizes for reading along the way.
CHILDREN'S/FAMILY LIBRARY PROGRAMS
July 12th-18th

Interactive story walks combine reading with lots of action and quality family time. We will feature a new story each week. 
Bring your family over to our back yard to play and read.
July 14th

Don't let your daily reading slide through the cracks this summer! Register to read with a librarian.
Each child will receive their own 20 minute appointment to read one-on-one via Zoom. This is a great way to build confidence and increase fluency.
June 14 - July 25th

Sign up to read 100 minutes each week over the summer with us. Earn prizes for reading along the way.
READING RECOMMENDATIONS
by Andy Weir

Submitted by Kathryn S.
Ryland Grace is the only survivor on a space ship light years from earth. He doesn’t remember how he ended up on the ship or what his mission was. Between flashbacks and what is happening to him, he gradually figures out that he is supposed to save life on earth. If you enjoyed The Martian by Weir, you will most likely enjoy this page-turner.
by Sharon Stone

Submitted by Terri S.
Having Sharon Stone tell her story in her own voice held me captive! There is so much more to know about this legendary actor than what the tabloids and Hollywood portray. She’s incredibly strong, resilient, a true philanthropist, so inspiring, and just a fascinating person to know more about. I highly recommend taking this book in via audio format; once I began listening, I just couldn’t stop.
by Misty Copeland

Submitted by Kim S.
A beautifully illustrated picture book which tells the story of a little girl who developed a passion for dance. When Misty is introduced to the ballet Coppelia, the story of a toymaker who wishes to bring his creation to life, she knows just which part she wants to dance. Misty is nervous when she meets Cat, a very talented young dancer who is also auditioning. The girls have very different styles and they bond while learning from each other. Misty’s encouraging teacher and talented classmates help her to start down the path that led to her becoming the first black woman to be promoted to principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre. This is a wonderfully inspiring story to read with your own little bunhead.
by Jacob Grant

Submitted by Patty G.
It is never easy to get the kids ready to go out in public. Pablo is doing everything right until it comes time to put on his pants.
Pablo and his father have humorous discussions about why people wear pants to parties.
Young children will enjoy this great read-aloud, with a surprise ending.
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