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OBOZ Jr.
Looking Back: A Book of Memories by Lois Lowry
Younger readers can also come together to share their experiences reading the same book as a community this spring. Looking Back is renowned children’s author Lois Lowry’s book of recollections. Her beautifully described memories are inspired by the snapshots and family photos that fill the book. Related programs include book discussions, a scrapbooking workshop, and an afternoon with storyteller, television personality and author Susan O’Halloran.
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One Book One Zip Code Jr.
Please register for these programs with the Youth Services department in advance.
Rosemary Sazonoff Essay Contest Celebration: Tell Me about the Time When…
Saturday, April 11, 3 – 4 p.m.
Celebrate all the participants of the annual Rosemary Sazonoff Essay Contest when our winners read from their submissions and prizes are awarded to the top writers in each age category. Light refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Deerfield Public Library.
Scrapbooking Workshop
Saturday, April 4, 1 – 2:30 p.m. Grades 4 – 8
Learn from a scrapbooking pro, our own Mrs. Henry, how to tell your story with your pictures in your way! Children should bring 10-15 photographs that can be cut and used in a scrapbook. The photographs should be of a theme (vacation, sports team, friends, school year, etc.).
OBOZ Jr. Book Group: Looking Back: A Book of Memories by Lois Lowry
Saturday, April 18, 2 – 3:30 p.m. Grades 4 – 8
Please join us for discussion and activities related to renowned children’s author Lois Lowry’s book of recollections. Her childhood memories accompany charming snapshots of the author and her family.
Show and Tell Me A Story: A Very Special Way to Make Your Family Stories Come Alive
Sunday, April 26, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Bring your special family artifact and tell its story during this extra-special One Book, One Zip Code program. This family-friendly event is a cross between “Antiques Roadshow” and “StoryCorps.” We are especially interested in hearing from people who have items that tell a story about the history of Bannockburn, Deerfield, and Riverwoods. If you have an interesting item you would like to “show and tell,” contact Jody Wilson at (847) 945-3311 no later than Wednesday, April 22. Co-sponsored by the Deerfield Area Historical Society.
Story Power! with Susan O’Halloran
Saturday, May 2, 3 – 4 p.m. Grades 4 – 8
“Funny, inspiring, thought-provoking,” that’s what they say about Susan O’Halloran’s story performances. Whether you are a reader, movie lover, or graphic novel fan, learn what makes a good story great. O’Halloran is a story artist, keynote speaker, television personality, and author of several books. She has won numerous film awards as a writer and producer of such video presentations as White, Black and Brown: Tribes and Bridges at the Steppenwolf Theater. This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency, and the Friends of the Deerfield Public Library.
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