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Oak Park Public Library News
February 19, 2013
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For free help with your job search, make use of many resources at your library. Register for our job seeker seminars to learn more about specific aspects of the job search. Attend a technology class to brush up on your computer skills. Check out books to help with career exploration, job testing, job training, resume and cover letter writing, and interviews. Access online tools like ReferenceUSA to research potential employers. You can also use the library as your job search office with our free computers and wifi and pay-to-use printers, copiers, and fax. Find more resources for job seekers ›
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NONFICTION
Bibliodeath
Andrei Codrescu
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NONFICTION
A Little History of Science
W. F. Bynum
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YOUNG ADULT
The Fault in Our Stars
John Green
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YOUNG ADULT
Stuck in the Middle
Ariel Schrag, editor
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Planned SWAN work to result in better, faster service
We’re always working toward new ways to improve your library experience. To deliver better, faster service, planned system work is scheduled for next Monday and Tuesday. As a result, there will be no access to the catalog, cardholder accounts, and digital collections and online tools starting at 7:00 pm Monday. By noon Wednesday, full service should be restored. Learn more about how you may be affected ›
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Folk music concert:
Ben Bedford performs
Ben’s original music delivers intriguing sketches of America, its individuals, and their victories and struggles. Enjoy a free performance on Monday, February 25 starting at 7:00 pm in the Main Library Veterans Room. Meet Ben and purchase his CDs after the free concert. Find more free events at the library › |
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Coming up in ‘America’s Music’
Explore free lectures, movies and more with these upcoming events:
- Documentary Films & Discussions: Broadway and Tin Pan Alley, tonight 7:00 pm; Swing Jazz Tuesday, February 26; Country & Bluegrass Tuesday, March 5; and Rock Tuesday, March 12
- ‘Pitch Perfect’ Films & Discussions: La Bamba (1987) Monday, February 25; What's Love Got to Do With It? (1993) Monday, March 4; and Coal Miner's Daughter (1980) Monday, March 11
- Live Discussion: “Music Criticism in the Digital Age” with Jim DeRogatis & Val Camilletti Thursday, February 7
Learn more about upcoming 'America's Music' events' › |
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Join a March book discussion
Delve into character motivation, question the facts, share your perspective, and hear how others felt about the book. Our upcoming discussions include:
- Places of Mystery: The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith Tuesday, March 5
- Graphic Novels: American Born Chinese by Gene Luen Yang Thursday, March 7
- I Love Romance!: Rainshadow Road by Lisa Kleypas Sunday, March 10
- Read and Reflect: Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed Friday, March 15
- Brown Bag: The Beautiful Mystery by Louise Penny Tuesday, March 19
Check out a book and join one of our discussions › |
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