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Lake Forest Library Director to Retire
October 28, 2022 — LAKE FOREST Ill — The Board of Lake Forest Library announces that Catherine Lemmer, Executive Director, will retire at the end of the calendar year to pursue other opportunities. During her six-year tenure, Ms. Lemmer transformed library operations and services. Notable accomplishments under her leadership include the development and implementation of operational policies, a focus on transparent financial reporting, and numerous technology upgrades. These advancements include the launch of RFID and self-check services, migration to integrated cloud platforms, transition to faster and more reliable fiber internet, expanded wireless connectivity, and installation of new computers for both patrons and staff. Her passion for delivering engaging library services led to the creation of new programs and collections, robust community partnerships, and enhanced community collaboration and communications.
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Lit Lorie Loves – Halloween Board Books
Enjoy some not-too-spooky stories to get your babies and toddlers into the Halloween spirit!
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Collection Connection - Scary Children's Chapter Books
A clickable list of horror stories, full of hauntings, monsters, ghosts and gore!
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Read the Winning Entry in the 2022 Lake Forest Reads Writing Contest
Congratulations to Sandra Sommers for winning the 2022 Lake Forest Reads Writing Contest! Enjoy her entry on Paris, a theme from this year's book "Her Hidden Genius" by Marie Benedict.
“Madame Sommers, we will be waiting.”
by Sandra Sommers
I announced in 1999 I was visiting Paris and P...
Michelle's Real Reads
New Children's Nonfiction The Animal Toolkit: How Animals Use Tools by Steve Jenkins & Robin Page In this latest nonfiction picture book from Caldecott Honor-winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page, readers learn all about what makes a tool a tool--and the remarkabl...
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Kathy's Korner - September New Fiction for Grades 3-8
A clickable list of recent chapter books and graphic novels for elementary and middle school readers.
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The Best Books of the Year (So Far) According to Your Librarians
Summer may be over, but that doesn't mean our reading list has gotten any shorter! Here are just a few books we've enjoyed this year. All titles are linked to the Library's catalog. Summaries have been taken from the publishing website.
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COLLECTION CONNECTION: CAUDILL, BLUESTEM & MONARCH NOMINEES
Children's fiction and nonfiction book awards voted on by students.
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Lit Lorie Loves – Picture Book Series
Find old favorites and learn about some new ones to enjoy with your children or grandchildren.
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Introducing Adapted Books to the Accessibility Collection
We are pleased to offer Adapted Books as part of the Accessibility Collections. Adapted Books are picture books that have been modified to be more accessible to pre‑readers and individuals with special needs. As a result, readers can better engage with and communicate about the stories, making the...
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Michelle's Real Reads - Robert F. Sibert Awards
The Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award, established by the Association for Library Service to Children in 2001, is awarded annually to the author(s) and illustrator(s) of the most distinguished informational book published in English during the preceding year. 2022 M...
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Introducing the GoPro Hero9 Black
Attention adventurers and vloggers alike! We've upgraded our Take-out Tech collection to include GoPro - HERO9 Black 5K and 20 MP Streaming Action Cameras. Browse the online catalog to borrow a GoPro Hero9 and other equipment including DSLR cameras, Roku Streaming Sticks, digital conversion...
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Where Business Meets Science
Science, technology, and business are intricately linked. Some universities offer degrees in both business and science. Business keeps up with new scientific developments to relay into improved products and solutions. Read on below for nine nonfiction books that report on connections between entrepreneurship in America and how scientific and technological developments become products.
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When to put a book down
There is a certain joy in the freedom to quit a book. In stopping, you realize that your literary journey and reading intake are entirely in your control. You, yourself, are in charge of the media you consume. Regardless, sometimes one may feel as if a book should be finished once started. Read on below for five excuses to give yourself to stop reading a title when you cannot force your own interest in it.
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Summer Fun With Your Kids!
Summer is almost wrapping up, but there is still time to go out and enjoy the outdoors with your family! Lake Forest has a lot to offer families and friends who want to spend the last few weeks of summer outside of the house. A big attraction in Lake Forest is Market Square. Take some time to win...
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