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Latest issue of E-News
August 23, 2010

Annette Baldwin Portrays Five Leaders of Women's Suffrage
Wednesday, August 25
7 pm, Main Library
Ninety years ago this month the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution was ratified. The inspiring story of "The Long Road to Victory" is produced and performed by Annette Baldwin of Moments in Time/Staging History. In this free performance Baldwin will portray Lucretia Mott, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, Alice Paul, and Carrie Chapman Catt.

Find more about what's happening at the Library at www.oppl.org/events/calendar.htm.

Book Discussion: So Long, See You Tomorrow
Wednesday, September 15
1 pm, Main Library
Join us for a discussion of William Maxwell's award-winning autobiographical novel. In Lincoln, IL in the 1920s, the murder of a tenant farmer has a devastating impact on the friendship between two teenage boys. So Long, See You Tomorrow is available at the Second Floor Service Desk of the Main Library. Library book discussions are free and open to all who are committed to reading and talking about books.

More Library book discussions listed at www.oppl.org/media/discuss.htm.

Three Communities Celebrate Mark Twain
September 23 - October 29, 2010
Celebrate the beloved creator of Tom Sawyer, Huckleberry Finn, and Pudd'nhead Wilson by attending one of the many Twain-themed discussions, film showings, concerts, and special events this fall. The communities of Oak Park, River Forest, and Forest Park offer a full line-up of free events. Get a sneak peek of the Twain celebrations and start reading today!

Details about Celebrating Mark Twain at www.oppl.org/twain/.

Spread the Joy – Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month!
Bring in a friend to celebrate September as National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Library cards are available to all Oak Park residents free of charge. Applicants should bring a picture ID (such as a driver's license or state ID) and current proof of residency in Oak Park (utility bill, bank statement, or postmarked envelope sent within the last three months). Children and teens under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present to sign for the card.

More information about library cards at www.oppl.org/services/cards.htm.

Library Closed for Labor Day
Sunday, September 5 and Monday, September 6
All three locations of the Oak Park Public Library will be closed September 5 and 6 for the Labor Day holiday.

Find Library hours and closings at www.oppl.org/about/hours.htm.

Annual Book Fair Raises Funds for Library
A big thank you to the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library who hosted a successful 40th Annual Book Fair. Volunteers sorted thousands of books and hundreds of people turned out to shop at the new location. While expenses were higher because of the new location, proceeds will continue to support the Library's summer reading programs, events for all ages, and many other library activities.

Details about Friends of the Library at www.oppl.org/friends/.

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