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Virtual (Live): Resumes and Marketing Material (R) (Zoom)
2021-01-28 15:00:00 2021-01-28 16:00:00 America/Chicago Virtual (Live): Resumes and Marketing Material (R) (Zoom) Lincolnwood Public Library

Thursday, January 28
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2021-01-28 15:00:00 2021-01-28 16:00:00 America/Chicago Virtual (Live): Resumes and Marketing Material (R) (Zoom) Lincolnwood Public Library

Learn the best ways to market yourself during the pandemic. We will offer techniques to create an optimal resume, LinkedIn profile, cover letters, and more.

This program is offered using Zoom and will be live at scheduled time. Please include your email address to receive instructions on how to join the Zoom event. 

Navigating the Job Search is a four-week event sponsored in collaboration with Wilmette Public Library, Glenview Public Library, Morton Grove Public Library, Evanston Public Library, Lincolnwood Public Library, and Niles Maine District Library.

Lincolnwood Public Library
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Phone: (224) 233-1841
Fax: (847) 677-1937
Hours
Mon, Mar 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Mar 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Mar 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Mar 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Mar 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 13 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 14 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the library

The Lincolnwood Library mission: 
"Foster lifelong learning and connect the community through our materials, space, events, and expertise."

Upcoming events

Virtual(Pre-recorded): Simple Soy Candle Making (C)(YouTube) - Session #1
Mon, Mar 08, All day
Viewers will create two 4 oz. soy candles while following along with this recorded YouTube video and learn how to use items found in the kitchen to personalize their candle creations!
Registration is now closed
Virtual (Live): Monday Morning Book Discussion (R)(Zoom) - The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
Mon, Mar 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
What if you could revisit your every regret? The Midnight Library imagines the plane between life and death as a vast library of books detailing every existence a person could have.
Liquid Nitrogen Science Show with the Discovery Center - Virtual (Live)
Tue, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join the Discovery Center Museum for a virtual liquid nitrogen show via Zoom. Registration required; no Lincolnwood Library card needed.
Musical Storytime with Michael's Music Machine - Virtual (Instagram Live)
Wed, Mar 10, 9:30am - 10:30am
Features virtual storytime & music with the popular musical storytime performer Michael’s Music Machine via Instagram Live.
Virtual (Live): Knitting Social Circle (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Mar 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts. This program is being offered using Zoom. Please include your email address to receive instructions on how to join the Zoom event.
Virtual (Live): Books in the Woods (R)(Zoom) - The Uncommon Reader: A Novella by Alan Bennett
Mon, Mar 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
This palace fairy tale for grown-ups is touching, thoughtful, & exquisite in its observations. Both briskly original & subversively funny as a political & literary satire showing why books matter.
Virtual (Live): Junior Justice League
Tue, Mar 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Join our virtual community activism program seeking to make a difference in our world while staying connected to your community. Registration required; no Lincolnwood Library card needed.
Virtual (Live): Medicare 101 (R)(Zoom)
Tue, Mar 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Learn what Medicare covers and doesn't, and your potential out of pocket exposure. We'll discuss Supplements, Advantage Plans, Part D Prescription Coverage and cost saving strategies.
Musical Storytime with Michael's Music Machine - Virtual (Instagram Live)
Wed, Mar 17, 9:30am - 10:30am
Features virtual storytime & music with the popular musical storytime performer Michael’s Music Machine via Instagram Live.
Virtual (Live): Knitting Social Circle (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Mar 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts. This program is being offered using Zoom. Please include your email address to receive instructions on how to join the Zoom event.
Canceled
Virtual (Live): Photo Club (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Mar 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us every other week for a virtual photo review and discussion. Register with your e-mail address to gain access to our shared photo folder as well as our meeting link.
Virtual (Live): Basic Microsoft Excel (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Mar 17, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Following up on our YouTube pre-recorded Microsoft Excel classes, we'll go over the basics of Microsoft Excel live and answer your questions. Best for anyone using Excel 2020 and later.
Board Meeting
Mon, Mar 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The library board, the district’s governing authority, meets monthly to make decisions about library services, policies, finances, and related business.
Virtual (Live): A Parent's Guide to Paying for College(Zoom) - A College Financial Aid Overview (R)
Mon, Mar 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
This webinar will introduce the various financial aid options and focus on some of the biggest college planning mistakes families should avoid.
Books & Bites with Eti - Best Friends by Shannon Hale - Virtual (Live)
Tue, Mar 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
A kids’ virtual book group that combines fantastic stories with snacks and community. The book we will be discussing is Best Friends by Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham.
Musical Storytime with Michael's Music Machine - Virtual (Instagram Live)
Wed, Mar 24, 9:30am - 10:30am
Features virtual storytime & music with the popular musical storytime performer Michael’s Music Machine via Instagram Live.
Virtual (Live): Knitting Social Circle (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Mar 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts. This program is being offered using Zoom. Please include your email address to receive instructions on how to join the Zoom event.
Virtual (Live): Finding Hidden Female Ancestors (R)(Zoom) - Genealogy - She Came From Nowhere: A Case Study Approach
Thu, Mar 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Celebrate Women's History Month as we explore solutions and learn about resources to the genealogical problem of finding information on a female ancestor who seemingly came from nowhere.
Virtual (Live): Practice Using Zoom (R)(Zoom)
Sun, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New to remote work and video conferencing? Participate in this practice Zoom session where you'll be able to learn the ins and outs of Zoom in a low-risk environment.
Musical Storytime with Michael's Music Machine - Virtual (Instagram Live)
Wed, Mar 31, 9:30am - 10:30am
Features virtual storytime & music with the popular musical storytime performer Michael’s Music Machine via Instagram Live.
Virtual (Live): Knitting Social Circle (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Mar 31, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts. This program is being offered using Zoom. Please include your email address to receive instructions on how to join the Zoom event.
Canceled
Virtual (Live): Photo Club (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Mar 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us every other week for a virtual photo review and discussion. Register with your e-mail address to gain access to our shared photo folder as well as our meeting link.
Virtual (Live): Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency (R)(Zoom)
Mon, Apr 05, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
You can’t read the news without hearing of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. The first wave of a cashless future or an overhyped tech? One thing is for sure: there’s a lot of money riding on its success.
Virtual (Live): Lincolnwood Writes - Writing Club (R)(Zoom)
Tue, Apr 06, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Whether you're writing for fun or to be published someday, foster your creativity with like-minded authors. Bring in original work to be read aloud and get constructive feedback from your peers.
Musical Storytime with Michael's Music Machine - Virtual (Instagram Live)
Wed, Apr 07, 9:30am - 10:30am
Features virtual storytime & music with the popular musical storytime performer Michael’s Music Machine via Instagram Live.
Virtual (Live): Knitting Social Circle (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Apr 07, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts. This program is being offered using Zoom. Please include your email address to receive instructions on how to join the Zoom event.
Lincolnwood Reads Book Discussion: Outside, Inside - Virtual (Live)
Wed, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join your neighbors for a special storytime/book discussion of Outside, Inside by LeUyen Pham. Pick up or reserve a Grab & Go Kit to use during this program.
Virtual (Live): How to Play Chess (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Apr 07, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Netflix mini-series 'The Queen's Gambit' is a global sensation. Now is the time to write your own story on the board. In this class you'll learn how to play chess, the ultimate strategy game.
Virtual (Live): Create a Resume in Google Docs (R)(Zoom)
Thu, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
From start to finish, create a professional resume using Google's free Docs application.
Virutal (Live): Monday Morning Book Discussion (R)(Zoom) - The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
Mon, Apr 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Silent Patient tracks one woman's act of violence against her husband - and of the therapist obsessed with uncovering her motive...
Virtual (Live): Retirement Plans (R)(Zoom) - Taking Distributions from Retirement Plans
Mon, Apr 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
The SECURE Act changed the rules about how we access the money in our retirement accounts. We’ll cover the changes, review what stayed the same, and help you understand the implications.
Virtual (Live): Books in the Woods (R)(Zoom) - All Our Wrong Todays by Elan Mastai
Mon, Apr 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
In the alternate reality of our days when many long for a chance to turn back time, some solace might be found in the masochistic pleasures of this trippy & ultimately touching time-traveling novel.
Virtual (Live): Junior Justice League
Tue, Apr 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Join our virtual community activism program seeking to make a difference in our world while staying connected to your community. Registration required; no Lincolnwood Library card needed.
Virtual (Live): Streaming Video (R)(Zoom)
Tue, Apr 13, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
We'll go through streaming services you can watch from home like Netflix, library services Hoopla & Kanopy, and more. We'll give you advice to save money, demo streaming devices, and answer questions.
Virtual (Live): Food Book Discussion (R)(Zoom) - Start Simple by Lukas Volger
Tue, Apr 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
With most of us cooking at home more than ever, learn how to stock your larder to avoid dinnertime fatigue, using basic ingredients to make creative, family-friendly meals.
Musical Storytime with Michael's Music Machine - Virtual (Instagram Live)
Wed, Apr 14, 9:30am - 10:30am
Features virtual storytime & music with the popular musical storytime performer Michael’s Music Machine via Instagram Live.
Virtual (Live): Knitting Social Circle (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Apr 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts. This program is being offered using Zoom. Please include your email address to receive instructions on how to join the Zoom event.
Canceled
Virtual (Live): Photo Club (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Apr 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us every other week for a virtual photo review and discussion. Register with your e-mail address to gain access to our shared photo folder as well as our meeting link.
Author Visit with Alex Gino - Virtual (Live)
Wed, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join Alex Gino, award-winning author of Melissa's Story (George), and Rick, for a discussion about their books and writing process, including a creative writing activity. A Q&A will follow.
Virtual (Live): Lincolnwood Reads Book Discussion (R)(Zoom) - The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
Wed, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us as for a discussion of our Lincolnwood Reads 2021 book - The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. This dazzling novel explores the choices that go into a life well lived.
Virtual(Pre-recorded): Simple Soy Candle Making (C)(YouTube) - Session #2
Mon, Apr 19, All day
Viewers will create two 4 oz. soy candles while following along with this recorded YouTube video and learn how to use items found in the kitchen to personalize their candle creations!
Dinosaurs Rock - Virtual (Live)
Mon, Apr 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
You will have a myriad of museum-quality dinosaur fossils and other prehistoric related items virtually right in front of you. Check out specimens that are 10,000 to over 500 million years old.
Virtual (Live): Nonfiction Book Discussion (R)(Zoom) - The Hilarious World of Depression by John Moe
Mon, Apr 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
A remarkable investigation of depression. Part memoir, part treasure trove of laugh-out-loud stories drawn from years of interviews with some of the most brilliant minds facing similar challenges.
Video Game Tournament: Smash Bros. Ultimate - Virtual (Live)
Tue, Apr 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Compete against your friends virtually for prizes in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate for the Nintendo Switch (game, console, and online subscription required).
Musical Storytime with Michael's Music Machine - Virtual (Instagram Live)
Wed, Apr 21, 9:30am - 10:30am
Features virtual storytime & music with the popular musical storytime performer Michael’s Music Machine via Instagram Live.
Virtual (Live): Knitting Social Circle (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Apr 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts. This program is being offered using Zoom. Please include your email address to receive instructions on how to join the Zoom event.
Virtual (Live): Lincolnwood Reads Author Event (R)(Zoom) - An Evening with Matt Haig
Wed, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us as we welcome internationally bestselling author of The Midnight Library, Matt Haig. Presented in partnership with Skokie, Niles-Maine, Glenview, and Morton Grove public libraries. Register
Roller Derby 101 - Virtual (Live)
Mon, Apr 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Come and learn more about the sport of roller derby, meet skaters from a local Chicago league, and watch derby footage in action. Registration required, no library card needed.
Board Meeting
Mon, Apr 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The library board, the district’s governing authority, meets monthly to make decisions about library services, policies, finances, and related business.
Books & Bites with Eti - Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson - Virtual (Live)
Tue, Apr 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
A kids’ virtual book group that combines fantastic stories with snacks and community. The book we will be discussing is Roller Girl by Victoria Jamison.
Musical Storytime with Michael's Music Machine - Virtual (Instagram Live)
Wed, Apr 28, 9:30am - 10:30am
Features virtual storytime & music with the popular musical storytime performer Michael’s Music Machine via Instagram Live.
Virtual (Live): Knitting Social Circle (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Apr 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts. This program is being offered using Zoom. Please include your email address to receive instructions on how to join the Zoom event.
Canceled
Virtual (Live): Photo Club (R)(Zoom)
Wed, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us every other week for a virtual photo review and discussion. Register with your e-mail address to gain access to our shared photo folder as well as our meeting link.
Virtual (Live): Research Your Colonial US Ancestors(R)(Zoom) - Genealogy
Thu, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
While colonial genealogy can be difficult, it is not impossible. Review resources and records to help find ancestors and/or relatives who lived in the United States before the Revolutionary War.
Virtual(Pre-recorded): Simple Soy Candle Making (C)(YouTube) - Session #3
Mon, May 03, All day
Viewers will create two 4 oz. soy candles while following along with this recorded YouTube video and learn how to use items found in the kitchen to personalize their candle creations!
Board Meeting
Mon, May 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The library board, the district’s governing authority, meets monthly to make decisions about library services, policies, finances, and related business.
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