I really appreciated that so many people enjoyed reading my blog that it came in 6th place out of 93 other blogs across the country in the 2012 Fascination Awards.
It was truly an honor to be both selected and acknowledged by the Accelerated-Degree.com editorial team for this award.
I would also like to thank whoever nominated me for the award. It means so much to me that you considered the blog's content of high quality.
All of the blogs that were nominated contained such outstanding and intriguing content and deserved to be in the running for the award.
It truly pleases me that a fellow blogger and Brook Forest Elementary School librarian (Oak Brook, Illinois), Mr. Schu, placed 2nd in the Fascination Awards. His blog Watch. Connect. Read. definitely meets all the criteria of a fascinating blog. Congratulations Mr. Schu!
Thank you for all your support!
Jennifer
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Thursday, March 15, 2012
Hooray for Superheroes! A Special Thanks to Steven Frenzel and the Friends of the Library for Helping Us Make Greatest Superhero Moments in the Movies Possible!
I'd like to thank Steven Frenzel for developing the sensational superhero-themed film presentation Greatest Superhero Moments in the Movies.
The film clips were action-packed with heroic caped crusaders and dastardly villains that kept audience members on the edge of their seats during every minute of the adrenaline-pumping presentation.
His speaking style was casual, educational, and energetic as he effortlessly entwined little known cinematic facts and special effects knowledge into this 90-minute program.
Mr. Frenzel's idea of giving out DVDs to those who have exceptional superhero knowledge is sheer genius! Audience members enjoyed examining the DVDs they had won for knowing these little known facts.
Steven Frenzel and his staff at Marquee Movie Presentations should be applauded for their professionalism, impressive editing techniques, and beautiful presentation!
I would also like to thank the Friends of the Library for helping make this program possible. Your generosity and kindness are greatly appreciated.
The film clips were action-packed with heroic caped crusaders and dastardly villains that kept audience members on the edge of their seats during every minute of the adrenaline-pumping presentation.
His speaking style was casual, educational, and energetic as he effortlessly entwined little known cinematic facts and special effects knowledge into this 90-minute program.
Mr. Frenzel's idea of giving out DVDs to those who have exceptional superhero knowledge is sheer genius! Audience members enjoyed examining the DVDs they had won for knowing these little known facts.
Steven Frenzel and his staff at Marquee Movie Presentations should be applauded for their professionalism, impressive editing techniques, and beautiful presentation!
I would also like to thank the Friends of the Library for helping make this program possible. Your generosity and kindness are greatly appreciated.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Superheroes Vs. Villains: See the Action-Packed 90-Minute Superhero Program Greatest Superhero Moments in the Movies With Steven Frenzel Tonight at 6:30 PM
Superheroes will battle good-for-nothing villains to retain peace and safety tonight at the Oak Brook Public Library when Steven Frenzel presents Greatest Superhero Moments in the Movies at 6:30 pm in the Friends Meeting Room.
The audience will cheer on the superheros as they watch action-filled film clips from American superhero favorites. Mr. Frenzel will leave spectators speechless as he explains the bewitching special effects and behind-the-scenes trivia every fan will want to know.
Superheroes who will be included in this program are:
Superman
The Fantastic Four
Thor
The Incredible Hulk
The Avengers
Iron Man
The X-men
And Many More!
Make sure to brush up on your superhero knowledge because audience members will have a chance to win one of five free DVDs!
This is a family-friendly event for children seven and older to adults. Due to the content and scene selection some of the flim clips may be inappropriate for children under seven years of age.
Call the Y.S. Reference Desk at 630-368-7734 to register.
The audience will cheer on the superheros as they watch action-filled film clips from American superhero favorites. Mr. Frenzel will leave spectators speechless as he explains the bewitching special effects and behind-the-scenes trivia every fan will want to know.
Superheroes who will be included in this program are:
Superman
The Fantastic Four
Thor
The Incredible Hulk
The Avengers
Iron Man
The X-men
And Many More!
Make sure to brush up on your superhero knowledge because audience members will have a chance to win one of five free DVDs!
This is a family-friendly event for children seven and older to adults. Due to the content and scene selection some of the flim clips may be inappropriate for children under seven years of age.
Call the Y.S. Reference Desk at 630-368-7734 to register.
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
I Love Crafts! March is National Craft Month
Do you enjoy creating digital picture collages or scrap booking masterpieces? If so, the library is the perfect place to find a great selection of craft and hobby books. Whatever your crafting passions may be from knitting to calligraphy the Oak Brook Public Library can help you find what you need in order to release your creativity and imagination through arts and crafts.
Some of the following books will help you get your craft on! The call numbers have been put in bold font. All of these crafts books can be found in the March is National Craft Month display in the picture book section of Youth Services.
Button Girl: More Than 20 Cute-as-a-Button Projects by Mikyla Bruder (J 745.5 BRU)
Copier Creations: Using Copy Machines to Make Decals, Silhouettes, Flip Books, Films and Much More! by Paul Fleischman (J 760 FLE)
Creative Greeting Cards by Sandi Genovese (J 745.594 GEN)
Hands On Crafts for Kids: 20-Minute Crafts published by Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. (J 745.5 HAN)
I Love to Fingerpaint!: My Very Favorite Art Book by Jennifer Lipsey (J 751.4 LIP)
In.jean.uity: Dull Denims + Your inJEANuity= Some Pretty COOL Stuff! by Ellen Warwick (J 746.92 WAR)
The Kids' Knitting Notebook by Cindy Craig (J 746.43 CRA)
Papercrafts Around the World by Phyllis Fiarotta and Noel Fiarotta (J 745.54 FIA)
Recycled Crafts Box: Sock Puppets, Cardboard Castles, Bottle Bugs & 37 More Earth-Friendly Projects & Activities You Can Create by Laura C. Martin (J 745.5 MAR)
Stencil It: Over 100 Step-by-Step Projects by Sally and Stewart Walton (J 745.7 WAL)
Ask the Youth Services librarian for more exciting craft books to suit your particular crafting interests or hobby!
Make sure to mark your calendars for our Open Crafts Program March 26-29 from 11-2 pm. Kids get to make an array of easy and cute crafts in this open craft event. Perfect for all ages. No registration is required.
Some of the following books will help you get your craft on! The call numbers have been put in bold font. All of these crafts books can be found in the March is National Craft Month display in the picture book section of Youth Services.
Button Girl: More Than 20 Cute-as-a-Button Projects by Mikyla Bruder (J 745.5 BRU)
Copier Creations: Using Copy Machines to Make Decals, Silhouettes, Flip Books, Films and Much More! by Paul Fleischman (J 760 FLE)
Creative Greeting Cards by Sandi Genovese (J 745.594 GEN)
Hands On Crafts for Kids: 20-Minute Crafts published by Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. (J 745.5 HAN)
I Love to Fingerpaint!: My Very Favorite Art Book by Jennifer Lipsey (J 751.4 LIP)
In.jean.uity: Dull Denims + Your inJEANuity= Some Pretty COOL Stuff! by Ellen Warwick (J 746.92 WAR)
The Kids' Knitting Notebook by Cindy Craig (J 746.43 CRA)
Papercrafts Around the World by Phyllis Fiarotta and Noel Fiarotta (J 745.54 FIA)
Recycled Crafts Box: Sock Puppets, Cardboard Castles, Bottle Bugs & 37 More Earth-Friendly Projects & Activities You Can Create by Laura C. Martin (J 745.5 MAR)
Stencil It: Over 100 Step-by-Step Projects by Sally and Stewart Walton (J 745.7 WAL)
Ask the Youth Services librarian for more exciting craft books to suit your particular crafting interests or hobby!
Make sure to mark your calendars for our Open Crafts Program March 26-29 from 11-2 pm. Kids get to make an array of easy and cute crafts in this open craft event. Perfect for all ages. No registration is required.
Monday, March 12, 2012
Sheep! Sheep! Sheep! Toddling Twos March 19th and Terrific Threes and Fours March 21st Storytime Topic: Sheep
Sheep are everywhere during our Toddling Twos March 19th and Terrific Threes and Fours March 21st Storytimes when our storytime topic is sheep. We'll read a baa-unch of sheep stories, visit Mary and her "colorful" sheep in a perky flannel board story, and make a fluffy and cute-as-can-be sheep craft!
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
We'll Have A Hog Wild Good Time! Miss Jennifer's Toddling Twos March 12th and Terrific Threes and Fours March 14th Storytime Topic: Pigs
Pink, portly pigs will parade into our program room during our March 12th Toddling Twos and March 14th Terrific Threes and Fours Storytime when our storytime topic is all about pigs!
We'll dance with Patricia Pig during the "Piggy Wiggle", feed a very hungry Pauly Pig who only eats foods that begin with "P" during our Pauly Pig's "P"-erfect Meal game, listen to hog-wild stories, and create a piggy bank pig craft.
We'll dance with Patricia Pig during the "Piggy Wiggle", feed a very hungry Pauly Pig who only eats foods that begin with "P" during our Pauly Pig's "P"-erfect Meal game, listen to hog-wild stories, and create a piggy bank pig craft.
Crafting Like No Tomorrow! Upcoming Crafts for March-May Toddling Twos and Terrific Threes and Fours Storytimes
Nothing says fabulous like glue sticks, paper shapes, and good old imagination. Check out these whimsical and adorable crafts that Miss Jennifer's Toddling Twos and Terrific Threes and Fours will be making during their upcoming storytimes.
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| Full of Hot Air: Hot Air Balloon Craft |
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| I'm Feeling a Little Sheepish: Sheep Craft |
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| Just Hatched: Baby Chick Craft |
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| Saving a Pretty Penny: Piggy Bank Craft |
There's Quite a Cast of Superheroes We Will Be Seeing in Steven Frenzel's Superhero Moments in the Movies!
I just received an e-mail from Steven Frenzel announcing some of the characters audience members will be viewing during his presentation of Superhero Moments in the Movies on March 14 th at 6:30 pm.
Please take a sneak peek at the description he has provided to learn even more about this spine-tingling and energetic program!
Superheroes!
Get ready for a summer of action as we marvel at the greatest superheroes-and the most sensational villains-in movie history with this exciting new presentation. From such legendary warriors as Superman, Batman, and Spider-man (and more!); to the thrilling groups of The Avengers, The Fantastic Four, and The X-Men (and more!); we'll see the most exciting superhero scenes ever! Watch these American icons save the day while battling the most unforgettable evildoers, and learn fascinating behind-the-scenes trivia about some of the most popular movies of all time!
Mr. Frenzel will also tell us about superhero mega stars such as The Incredible Hulk, Iron Man, Thor, and Captain America.
Vintage Superman lovers will rejoice that Mr. Frenzel will begin his jam-packed film presentation with 1978's Superman!
This is not your everyday lecture about movies! This is a film clip treasure trove of cinematic gems with detailed behind-the-scenes tips and info that encourage movie-goers to become even more enthralled over these matinee masterpieces.
Several audience members will receive free DVDs!
Registration is required for this program. Please call the Y.S. Reference desk to register for this family-friendly program at 630-368-7734.
Please take a sneak peek at the description he has provided to learn even more about this spine-tingling and energetic program!
Superheroes!
Get ready for a summer of action as we marvel at the greatest superheroes-and the most sensational villains-in movie history with this exciting new presentation. From such legendary warriors as Superman, Batman, and Spider-man (and more!); to the thrilling groups of The Avengers, The Fantastic Four, and The X-Men (and more!); we'll see the most exciting superhero scenes ever! Watch these American icons save the day while battling the most unforgettable evildoers, and learn fascinating behind-the-scenes trivia about some of the most popular movies of all time!
Mr. Frenzel will also tell us about superhero mega stars such as The Incredible Hulk, Iron Man, Thor, and Captain America.
Vintage Superman lovers will rejoice that Mr. Frenzel will begin his jam-packed film presentation with 1978's Superman!
This is not your everyday lecture about movies! This is a film clip treasure trove of cinematic gems with detailed behind-the-scenes tips and info that encourage movie-goers to become even more enthralled over these matinee masterpieces.
Several audience members will receive free DVDs!
Registration is required for this program. Please call the Y.S. Reference desk to register for this family-friendly program at 630-368-7734.
Saturday, March 3, 2012
My Kind of Town! Happy Birthday Chicago!
Once a sleepy, muddy frontier town, Chicago, has become a booming, bustling metropolis known for its award-winning restaurants, breathtaking views, world-class museums and tourist attractions, and Midwestern hospitality.
Tomorrow will mark Chicago's 175th Birthday! This great city was incorporated on March 4th 1837. I have found some remarkable websites, things to do, and activities which will help everyone celebrate the city we call home.
This calendar showcases all the wonderful things we can do to celebrate the "Windy City" for 175 days (March 4 - August 26) in Chicago.
http://www.explorechicago.org/city/en/supporting_narrative/events___special_events/special_events/tourism/175_Days_to_Love_Chicago.html
Bring the kids to the Chicago History Museum on March 4th for a very special birthday party!
http://www.chicagoparent.com/magazines/chicago-parent/2012-march/calendar/chicago's-bday
Chicago Tribune: Timeline of Important Chicago Events
http://www.chicagotribune.com/site/newspaper/news/ct-per-flash-chicago175th-0304-20120304,0,6832736,full.story
Read this Chicago Sun-Times article to learn about all the fabulous items and events which happened right here in Chicago! Some of these events include the "first radio soap opera" and the creation of such yummy treats as brownies that came to us via the innovative Palmer House Hotel!
http://www.suntimes.com/news/steinberg/11008357-452/happy-175th-birthday-chicago-city-of-firsts.html
How Kid's Can Celebrate Chicago's Birthday
Hold a birthday party with Chicago favorites including deep dish pizza, Chicago-style hot dogs, Eli's Cheesecake, Twinkies etc.
Create the Willis Tower using Legos
Make a lion in honor of the "Chicago Art Institute Lions". Use mint green paper if you would like to make your lions the true verdigris color of the "Art Institute Lions". Place a triangle-shaped piece of paper on their heads to represent a party hat! Click on link below for lion crafts.
http://www.dltk-kids.com/animals/jungle-lions.html
Design a majestic crayon resist cityscape using crayons and black paint.
http://www.kinderart.com/drawing/cresist.shtml
Read the juvenile fantasy novel, The Sixty-Eight Rooms by Marianne Malone. The novel surrounds a mysterious key and the ubiquitous Throne Rooms. The Throne Rooms are the lovely and historically accurate miniature rooms found in the Chicago Art institute.
Sing the following song:
"Chicago's Birthday"
(Tune: "Take Me Out to the Ballgame")
March Fourth is Chicago's birthday
Let's sing "Happy Birthday" and cheer
Eat lots of cake and ice cream too
Because our city is just so cool!
So let's sing "Happy Birthday" to Chicago
Make lots of noise so everybody can hear
And blow out 175 big, bright candles
To celebrate this year!
Song by Jennifer Hatcher
Make your own Picasso-style sculpture of the famous Picasso Sculpture in Daley Center Plaza using paper shapes and toilet paper rolls. See the following site for pictures of this unusual, yet captivating statue.
http://www.cirrusimage.com/chicago_picasso_sculpture.htm
Use aluminum foil to sculpt a replica of "The Bean" found in Millennium Park. Click on link to view pictures of "The Bean".
http://www.cirrusimage.com/chicago_the_bean.htm
Tomorrow will mark Chicago's 175th Birthday! This great city was incorporated on March 4th 1837. I have found some remarkable websites, things to do, and activities which will help everyone celebrate the city we call home.
This calendar showcases all the wonderful things we can do to celebrate the "Windy City" for 175 days (March 4 - August 26) in Chicago.
http://www.explorechicago.org/city/en/supporting_narrative/events___special_events/special_events/tourism/175_Days_to_Love_Chicago.html
Bring the kids to the Chicago History Museum on March 4th for a very special birthday party!
http://www.chicagoparent.com/magazines/chicago-parent/2012-march/calendar/chicago's-bday
Chicago Tribune: Timeline of Important Chicago Events
http://www.chicagotribune.com/site/newspaper/news/ct-per-flash-chicago175th-0304-20120304,0,6832736,full.story
Read this Chicago Sun-Times article to learn about all the fabulous items and events which happened right here in Chicago! Some of these events include the "first radio soap opera" and the creation of such yummy treats as brownies that came to us via the innovative Palmer House Hotel!
http://www.suntimes.com/news/steinberg/11008357-452/happy-175th-birthday-chicago-city-of-firsts.html
How Kid's Can Celebrate Chicago's Birthday
Hold a birthday party with Chicago favorites including deep dish pizza, Chicago-style hot dogs, Eli's Cheesecake, Twinkies etc.
Create the Willis Tower using Legos
Make a lion in honor of the "Chicago Art Institute Lions". Use mint green paper if you would like to make your lions the true verdigris color of the "Art Institute Lions". Place a triangle-shaped piece of paper on their heads to represent a party hat! Click on link below for lion crafts.
http://www.dltk-kids.com/animals/jungle-lions.html
Design a majestic crayon resist cityscape using crayons and black paint.
http://www.kinderart.com/drawing/cresist.shtml
Read the juvenile fantasy novel, The Sixty-Eight Rooms by Marianne Malone. The novel surrounds a mysterious key and the ubiquitous Throne Rooms. The Throne Rooms are the lovely and historically accurate miniature rooms found in the Chicago Art institute.
Sing the following song:
"Chicago's Birthday"
(Tune: "Take Me Out to the Ballgame")
March Fourth is Chicago's birthday
Let's sing "Happy Birthday" and cheer
Eat lots of cake and ice cream too
Because our city is just so cool!
So let's sing "Happy Birthday" to Chicago
Make lots of noise so everybody can hear
And blow out 175 big, bright candles
To celebrate this year!
Song by Jennifer Hatcher
Make your own Picasso-style sculpture of the famous Picasso Sculpture in Daley Center Plaza using paper shapes and toilet paper rolls. See the following site for pictures of this unusual, yet captivating statue.
http://www.cirrusimage.com/chicago_picasso_sculpture.htm
Use aluminum foil to sculpt a replica of "The Bean" found in Millennium Park. Click on link to view pictures of "The Bean".
http://www.cirrusimage.com/chicago_the_bean.htm
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Sensational Seuss: Celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday on March 2nd
Let's eat Green Eggs and Ham or dance with the Cat and the Hat. These would both be the perfect ways to celebrate the birthday of the prolific author, Dr. Seuss, who wrote such wonderfully gibberish-filled books such as the ones stated at the beginning of this post.
Dr. Seuss was born Theodor Geisel on March 2, 1904 in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Seuss, as he is commonly called, also penned children's books under the pseudonym Theo LeSieg. Dr. Seuss died September 24, 1991 in La Jolla, California.
See the following websites to learn more about this zany, quirky, and lovable author and illustrator who turned children's books and illustrations into wacky works of glorious art!
Things to Do to Celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday
Check out one of his literary masterpieces such as The Cat in the Hat.
Make a Cat in the Hat Paper Plate Craft!
Paper Plate Cat in the Hat Craft
Check out a kid's biography about Dr. Seuss.
Watch a movie based on one of Dr. Seuss's books such as How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
Try out one of these delicious and oh so unique Dr. Seuss-style recipes from the Green Eggs and Ham Cookbook by Georgeanne Brennan.
Dr. Seuss-Style Recipes
Watch the following YouTube video on the life of Dr. Seuss!
Play a Dr. Seuss Game!
Play a Seuss-tastic Game!
Learn more about Dr. Seuss by reading an online biography!
Biography.com Bio
Full Biography on Early Early Life, Later Life, and Awards Won
See the Dr. Seuss Memorial Sculpture Garden in his hometown of Springfield, Massachusetts.
Dr. Seuss Memorial Sculpture Garden
Dr. Seuss was born Theodor Geisel on March 2, 1904 in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Seuss, as he is commonly called, also penned children's books under the pseudonym Theo LeSieg. Dr. Seuss died September 24, 1991 in La Jolla, California.
See the following websites to learn more about this zany, quirky, and lovable author and illustrator who turned children's books and illustrations into wacky works of glorious art!
Things to Do to Celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday
Check out one of his literary masterpieces such as The Cat in the Hat.
Make a Cat in the Hat Paper Plate Craft!
Paper Plate Cat in the Hat Craft
Check out a kid's biography about Dr. Seuss.
Watch a movie based on one of Dr. Seuss's books such as How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
Try out one of these delicious and oh so unique Dr. Seuss-style recipes from the Green Eggs and Ham Cookbook by Georgeanne Brennan.
Dr. Seuss-Style Recipes
Watch the following YouTube video on the life of Dr. Seuss!
Play a Dr. Seuss Game!
Play a Seuss-tastic Game!
Learn more about Dr. Seuss by reading an online biography!
Biography.com Bio
Full Biography on Early Early Life, Later Life, and Awards Won
See the Dr. Seuss Memorial Sculpture Garden in his hometown of Springfield, Massachusetts.
Dr. Seuss Memorial Sculpture Garden
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