Author Archives: librarian
Paris in the Jazz Age Photos
On Sunday, March 4, musicians Claudia Hommel, Bob Moreen, and Steve Roberts entertained Indian Prairie’s crowd with jazz songs made famous during the years of World War I. They will perform again at the Lisle Library on Thursday, April 5 … Continue reading
Registration Opens for The Big Read 2012!
Starting today you can stop by any of The Big Read libraries to pick up a copy of this year’s selection, The Paris Wife by Paula McLain, and a reading guide that includes all of the great programs we’ve planned to … Continue reading
The Big Read 2012 Selection is….
The Paris Wife by Paula McLain! The programs will be announced on February 1st, and the brochures and books will be available in libraries then as well. Please follow us on Facebook or Twitter for updates!
Thank You
A Big Thank You to The Big Read Participants! The Big Read 2011 featured Dave Eggers’ Zeitoun. Ten local libraries hosted Zeitoun-related programming that highlighted New Orleans culture, food, and music, disaster preparedness, and political injustice around the world. Thank … Continue reading
The Big Read 2011 Begins!
Please visit your library to pick up a resource guide for The Big Read, or download the PDF here. Also, check out the calendar for a complete look at all the events occurring at the participating libraries. But most importantly, … Continue reading
Big Read 2011
The planning is in progress for another exciting Big Read! Please keep checking back for a new look and more information!

