Before You Start: A Course for Budding Entrepreneurs (August 30)

The Library welcomes Kriss D. Knowles, Director for Elgin College's Small Business Development Center, who will present an informational program designed for those who dream of starting their own business. Knowles will discuss what entrepreneurs should consider before taking the plunge and common pitfalls to avoid. He will also provide an overview of the many resources available to help plan a new business. Register online or call 847/253-5675.

Library Closed for Labor Day (September 3)

Mount Prospect Public Library will be closed Monday, September 3, in observance of Labor Day. The Library will reopen Tuesday, September 4, 9 a.m. For more information, call 847/253-5675.

Lost, Then Found: Illinois-Wisconsin Search & Rescue Dogs (for all ages)

Wednesday, August 22 6:30-7:30 p.m. Meet rescue dog, Josie Wales, and her handler, Patti Gibson, as they teach children how to avoid getting lost and what they can do to be found more quickly.

Chess for All Ages (August 12 2-4 p.m.)

Chess enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels will compete against other players during this afternoon of open play competition. Participants will enhance their skills, meet new friends, and have the chance to peruse the Library's collection of materials. An adult must accompany children under the age of nine.

Join the Youth, Teen and Adult Summer Reading Programs at the Library!

Youth Summer Reading Program (June 4 – July 31)
Mission Read: To the Library and Beyond

The Library invites galactic explorers ages 11 and under to blast off with its Summer Reading Program and return home with fabulous prizes.  Registration begins Monday, June 4.  The Library will award the mission’s first prizes Monday, June 11.  The program will conclude Tuesday, July 31.

• “Cadets” – children who do not yet read on their own but still have “The Right Stuff” will participate in the Read With Me program.  After signing up, they will read, or listen to, a total of 30 books and make three “check-in” visits to the Library in order to receive prizes.  Learn more about special Baby/Toddler program prizes at the Youth Services Desk.


• “Captains” – children who read on their own – will take part in the I Read program.  Participants will read for a total of 15 hours and then pick up prizes during each of three visits to the Library.  Cadets and Captains who complete the program will receive a free book.

Cadets and Captains who complete the program will receive a free book.

The Library has partnered with the Daily Herald to offer participants a variety of coupons as incentives for reading.  Program participants are also invited to explore the Youth Services Department each day and find the Hidden Constellation Map.  The first person to find the map will win a prize. 

Cadets who have completed 30 books, and Captains who have read for 15 hours, become eligible to guess how many items are contained in the program’s treasure-filled Time Capsule.  The one who guesses correctly gets to take it home!  Register in person at the Library.  For more information, call 847/253-5675.

Teen Summer Reading Program (June 4 – July 31)
Infinity and Beyond: Let the Force Read With You

Blast through the summer with the Library’s Teen Summer Reading program, Monday, June 4 – Tuesday, July 31.  Jet off to another galaxy by checking out a science Web site; conquer a nonfiction book; explore a magazine; download an audio book to your MP3 player, or listen to a book on CD or tape.  Leave earth’s orbit and travel with a science fiction book; then go out of this world with a film of your choice. 

Exploration has its rewards: chances to win gift cards to favorite stores and more!  Complete the program by July 31 and pick up a stellar prize, plus a chance to win the grand prize.  Register in person at the Library.  For more information, call 847/253-5675.

Adult Summer Reading Program (June 4 – August 12)
A Summer of Mystery and Intrigue

Follow in the footsteps of great fictional and real-life detectives during the Library’s Adult Summer Reading Program, Monday, June 4 – Sunday, August 12.  Participants will pick up the trail by reading a mystery/thriller novel and a nonfiction book; watching a mystery/suspense film; exploring an author they’ve never read before, and investigating a book, movie, or music CD of their choice.  The program offers exciting rewards (prizes) for those willing to solve the mysteries of their own curiosities.  Register in person at the Library.  Call 847/253-5675 for more information.

Super Saturday July 28th - Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum's "Astro Show"

The Youth Summer Reading Program “touches down” Saturday, July 28, 9:30 – 10:15 a.m., or 11 – 11:45 a.m., with this wacky and educational demonstration of astronomy concepts. What do a banana, liquid nitrogen, and Neptune have in common? How does sand protect a spacecraft? Discover the answers here! Please register for only one of the two sessions by calling 847/253-5675 or Register online for 9:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. .

Friends of the Library - Used Book Sale (July 21, 22)

Stock up on great books at bargain prices during the Friends of the Library’s summer used book sale. Hours are Saturday, July 21, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., and Sunday, July 22, noon – 4:30 p.m. A “Members Only” sale will take place Friday, July 20, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Funds raised through the sale will help the Friends support additional Library programs, events, and services. For more information, call 847/253-5675.