﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><?xml-stylesheet type="text/css" media="screen" href="/cms/includes/rss.css"?><!--RSS generated by parkridgelibrary.org at Sat, 31 Jul 2010 20:08:00 GMT--><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:feedburner="http://rssnamespace.org/feedburner/ext/1.0"><channel><title /><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/</link><copyright /><generator>Park Ridge Public Library</generator><item><title>“The Art of Caricature” on Display at Library</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=410</link><description>During the month of August, the Park Ridge Public Library will host “The Art of Caricature,” a special display by artist Katherine Hilden. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[During the month of August, the Park Ridge Public Library will host “The Art of Caricature,” a special display by artist Katherine Hilden. ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:27:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Summer Reading Clubs Heating Up!</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=406</link><description>More than 3,000 patrons, including an intrepid Pioneer Press reporter, have signed up for summer reading clubs.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[More than 3,000 patrons, including an intrepid Pioneer Press reporter, have signed up for summer reading clubs.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2010 20:49:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Look Who's Been Spotted!</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=404</link><description>Sightings of Smokey the Reading Club Mascot continue as summer reading moves into high gear.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Sightings of Smokey the Reading Club Mascot continue as summer reading moves into high gear.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:46:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Library Continues to Expand Recycling Efforts</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=389</link><description>The Park Ridge Public Library has implemented a number of changes that allow it to operate in a more environmentally-friendly manner.    </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Park Ridge Public Library has implemented a number of changes that allow it to operate in a more environmentally-friendly manner.    ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jul 2010 22:48:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Van De Carr Named Incoming President of Library Consortium</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=391</link><description>Janet Van De Carr, Library Director of the Park Ridge Public Library, has been elected to serve as President of Cooperative Computer Services (CCS).  </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Janet Van De Carr, Library Director of the Park Ridge Public Library, has been elected to serve as President of Cooperative Computer Services (CCS).  ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2010 19:46:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Fine Arts Society Exhibit Celebrates 50 Years of Music</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=408</link><description>During the month of July, the Park Ridge Public Library will feature an exhibit by the Park Ridge Fine Arts Society. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[During the month of July, the Park Ridge Public Library will feature an exhibit by the Park Ridge Fine Arts Society. ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 22:05:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Latest Smokey Sighting</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=382</link><description>Smokey dropped in last week for a visit with his friends at the Park Ridge Fire Department at 901 W. Devon -- perhaps to reminisce about the good old days when he was the official Fire House Dog.
</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Smokey dropped in last week for a visit with his friends at the Park Ridge Fire Department at 901 W. Devon -- perhaps to reminisce about the good old days when he was the official Fire House Dog.
]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:04:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Library Closed July 4 and 5</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=380</link><description>The Library will be closed for two days during the Fourth of July weekend and will reopen on Tuesday, July 6, at 9:00 a.m.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Library will be closed for two days during the Fourth of July weekend and will reopen on Tuesday, July 6, at 9:00 a.m.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:21:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Smokey Sighted!</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=377</link><description>Several hundred sharp-eyed reading club participants reported a mysterious spotted dog hanging out last week in the window display of the Toy Emporium, a new shop located at 143 Vine Ave.  </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Several hundred sharp-eyed reading club participants reported a mysterious spotted dog hanging out last week in the window display of the Toy Emporium, a new shop located at 143 Vine Ave.  ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:37:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Catalog Available Again, Backlog of Returns</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=374</link><description>Our system has been restored after being knocked out by the storms on Friday night.  We are now clearing all items that were returned over the weekend.  Please bear with us while we attend to this enormous backlog of materials.  If you see items you returned on Friday, Saturday or Sunday still on your [...]</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Our system has been restored after being knocked out by the storms on Friday night.  We are now clearing all items that were returned over the weekend.  Please bear with us while we attend to this enormous backlog of materials.  If you see items you returned on Friday, Saturday or Sunday still on your account please give us until Tuesday before contacting us about them.  Thanks for your patience!]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Brandee,Crisp</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jun 2010 14:53:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Tonight's "Live on the Lawn" Concert Cancelled</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=364</link><description>Tonight's concert has been cancelled due to the weather.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Tonight's concert has been cancelled due to the weather.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Americaneagle,Admin User</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 20:15:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Library Hosts Summer Lawn Event on June 30</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=370</link><description>Be sure to join the Park Ridge Public Library as we play games, tell stories, and listen to great music at the annual Summer Lawn Event!</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Be sure to join the Park Ridge Public Library as we play games, tell stories, and listen to great music at the annual Summer Lawn Event!]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Americaneagle,Admin User</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 22:13:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Make Your Life Easier With E-Mail Notifications!</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=400</link><description>Have trouble keeping track of the activity on your account? The Library now offers you the option of e-mail notification.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Have trouble keeping track of the activity on your account? The Library now offers you the option of e-mail notification.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:50:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Library Display Highlights "Gems of Park Ridge"</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=349</link><description>During the month of June, the Park Ridge Public Library will be featuring an exhibit by the Kalo Foundation of the key figures in Park Ridge art history. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[During the month of June, the Park Ridge Public Library will be featuring an exhibit by the Kalo Foundation of the key figures in Park Ridge art history. ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 17:18:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Library Announces Changes to Fees</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=385</link><description>Starting this summer, the Library will be increasing late fees for certain materials, as well as charging a set fee for meeting room use.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Starting this summer, the Library will be increasing late fees for certain materials, as well as charging a set fee for meeting room use.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Jan,Van De Carr</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 16:03:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>An Important Announcement Regarding Interlibrary Loan Service</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=350</link><description>On May 28, the North Suburban Library System will discontinue most services to area libraries, requiring changes to our Interlibrary Loan policies.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[On May 28, the North Suburban Library System will discontinue most services to area libraries, requiring changes to our Interlibrary Loan policies.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 18:39:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Gearing Up to Study for High School Finals? </title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=345</link><description>Join us at the Library as we settle in for our annual marathon High School Finals Study, held over two days in the First Floor Meeting Room.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Join us at the Library as we settle in for our annual marathon High School Finals Study, held over two days in the First Floor Meeting Room.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 18 May 2010 19:14:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sign-Up for Summer Reading Clubs Starts June 11</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=407</link><description>Whether you're one or 100, join us for one of our reading clubs as we celebrate "Park Ridge: A Wonderful Place to Read!"
</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Whether you're one or 100, join us for one of our reading clubs as we celebrate "Park Ridge: A Wonderful Place to Read!"
]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 19:03:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Phone Line Currently Unavailable</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=331</link><description>Our main phone line is currently unable to receive incoming calls.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Our main phone line is currently unable to receive incoming calls.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Angela,Berger</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2010 16:31:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>We Have a New Look!</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=326</link><description>This month, the Park Ridge Public Library kicks off a new campaign to show people just how much is available to them with their library card. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[This month, the Park Ridge Public Library kicks off a new campaign to show people just how much is available to them with their library card. ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Brandee,Crisp</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2010 17:07:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Library Celebrates 30 Years of Battle of the Books</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=313</link><description>A team of students from Carpenter School has won the 30th Annual Battle of the Books, a reading program sponsored by Children’s Services. 
</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[A team of students from Carpenter School has won the 30th Annual Battle of the Books, a reading program sponsored by Children’s Services. 
]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Eileen ,Rosenberg</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:37:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Library Award Winner Gives New Life to Old Books</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=309</link><description>The Board of Trustees of the Park Ridge Public Library is pleased to announce Deborah Verlench as the recipient of the 2010 Annual Library Award. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Board of Trustees of the Park Ridge Public Library is pleased to announce Deborah Verlench as the recipient of the 2010 Annual Library Award. ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:32:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Museum Passes Now Available at Library</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=399</link><description>Residents can now check out passes to local museums by stopping by the Children’s Services Desk and showing their library cards!</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Residents can now check out passes to local museums by stopping by the Children’s Services Desk and showing their library cards!]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 21:48:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Win a Gift Basket for National Library Week!</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=297</link><description>Bring in your own book bag during National Library Week (April 11-17) and you'll have a chance to enter a drawing for a gift basket filled with specialty food items.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Bring in your own book bag during National Library Week (April 11-17) and you'll have a chance to enter a drawing for a gift basket filled with specialty food items.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Americaneagle,Admin User</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2010 20:58:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Library Hosts Park Ridge Community Fair on April 24</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=308</link><description>Interested in finding out what enrichment, volunteer, and community assistance opportunities are available in Park Ridge? </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Interested in finding out what enrichment, volunteer, and community assistance opportunities are available in Park Ridge? ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Becky,McMorrow</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 01 Apr 2010 21:58:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Miniature Work by Park Ridge Artist on Display Through April</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=306</link><description>The featured exhibit for April, "Edna Reid: Exquisite Eggs and Dolls", showcases the remarkable creative work of a Park Ridge resident who was also a successful businesswoman for nearly half a century.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The featured exhibit for April, "Edna Reid: Exquisite Eggs and Dolls", showcases the remarkable creative work of a Park Ridge resident who was also a successful businesswoman for nearly half a century.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Americaneagle,Admin User</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 01 Apr 2010 19:54:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Library Board Approves Budget Cuts</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=257</link><description>The Library Board of Trustees has announced that it will reduce the proposed 2010-11 budget by $300,000.

</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Library Board of Trustees has announced that it will reduce the proposed 2010-11 budget by $300,000.

]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Jan,Van De Carr</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2010 22:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Library’s First Fundraiser a Hit with Attendees</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=245</link><description>On February 27, the Library hosted its first fundraiser, entitled Chicago in History and Mystery, to a sold-out crowd of 120 participants. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[On February 27, the Library hosted its first fundraiser, entitled Chicago in History and Mystery, to a sold-out crowd of 120 participants. ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:29:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New Library Opens in Kibosho</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=230</link><description>Read a letter from Park Ridge Cares about the dedication ceremony that includes a link to photos!</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Read a letter from Park Ridge Cares about the dedication ceremony that includes a link to photos!]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2010 21:15:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Spring Book Sale Coming May 8-9</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=225</link><description>Special Preview Night for Friends of the Library members on Friday, May 7.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Special Preview Night for Friends of the Library members on Friday, May 7.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2010 19:23:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Pre-Code Film Series Featured on Chicago Public Radio</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=338</link><description>Listen to an interview with Host Matthew Hoffman as he discusses the Pre-Code Hollywood Film Series on WBEZ's "Eight Forty-Eight."</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Listen to an interview with Host Matthew Hoffman as he discusses the Pre-Code Hollywood Film Series on WBEZ's "Eight Forty-Eight."]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:49:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Youth Art On Display at Library</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=218</link><description>The Library celebrates its annual Youth Art Month by showcasing a variety of student art from local elementary schools. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Library celebrates its annual Youth Art Month by showcasing a variety of student art from local elementary schools. ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:28:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Celebrate National Library Week, April 11 – 17!</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=219</link><description>Along with the 2010 theme, “Communities Thrive @ the Library”, the Park Ridge Public Library will feature a number of community-related programs and events.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Along with the 2010 theme, “Communities Thrive @ the Library”, the Park Ridge Public Library will feature a number of community-related programs and events.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:11:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Tax Forms Available at Library</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=299</link><description>Forms for individuals filing federal and state income tax are available in the Reference Services Department of the Park Ridge Public Library.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Forms for individuals filing federal and state income tax are available in the Reference Services Department of the Park Ridge Public Library.]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Jan,Van De Carr</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:19:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Library Closed February 26 for Staff In-Service Day</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=187</link><description>The Park Ridge Public Library will be closed all day Friday, February 26, for its annual staff In-Service Day. It will reopen Saturday, February 27 at 9:00 a.m. 


Book drops will remain open during the day and will be collected as scheduled.
</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Park Ridge Public Library will be closed all day Friday, February 26, for its annual staff In-Service Day. It will reopen Saturday, February 27 at 9:00 a.m. 


Book drops will remain open during the day and will be collected as scheduled.
]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:56:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A Library for a Library</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=193</link><description>Last year a group of local residents formed an organization called Park Ridge Cares and partnered with Global Alliance for Africa to raise funds to...</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Last year a group of local residents formed an organization called Park Ridge Cares and partnered with Global Alliance for Africa to raise funds to...]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Annual Library Award Nominations Now Being Accepted</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=191</link><description>The Library Board of Trustees is seeking nominations for the Annual Library Award, presented each year to an individual who has performed...</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Library Board of Trustees is seeking nominations for the Annual Library Award, presented each year to an individual who has performed...]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Mary,Dalton</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:44:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Welcome to the all new Park Ridge Public Library website!</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=224</link><description>The Library’s website has a fresh new look and dozens of easy to use tools at your fingertips!</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Library’s website has a fresh new look and dozens of easy to use tools at your fingertips!]]></content:encoded><dc:creator>Americaneagle,Admin User</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 22:05:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CHICAGO in History and Mystery - SOLD OUT</title><link>http://www.parkridgelibrary.org/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=190</link><description>The Park Ridge Public Library Board of Trustees presents a special after hours event on Saturday, February 27, 2010 from 6:45 - 10:00 p.m.  

TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT for this evening of wine, hors d'oeuvres and great Chicago books! Speakers include Geoffrey Baer, WTTW personality and expert on all things [...]</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Park Ridge Public Library Board of Trustees presents a special after hours event on Saturday, February 27, 2010 from 6:45 - 10:00 p.m.  

TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT for this evening of wine, hors d'oeuvres and great Chicago books! Speakers include Geoffrey Baer, WTTW personality and expert on all things Chicago, Rick Kogan, author and host of Sunday Papers on WGN, and a panel of Chicago mystery authors.

Tickets are $50 per person and limited to 120.  
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