Arlington Heights Memorial Library notes
For more information, call (847) 506-2613.
Scotland travelogue: Explore Scotland's architecture, cuisine, history and culture at a Scotland travelogue at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Hendrickson room. Sign up online at www.ahml.info under "programs" or call the Reception desk at (847) 392-0100 to reserve a seat.
Oscar Night: See film clips of Oscar nominated performances at the library's "Night at the Oscars" at 7 p.m. Thursday. Film critic Dann Gire returns to discuss this year's nominations and predictions of the winners and losers. For reservations, register online at www.ahml.info under "programs" or call (847) 392-0100 to reserve a seat.
Model train show: Train enthusiasts of all ages are welcome at the Model Train Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, in the Hendrickson meeting room. The North Central O Gauger club will host the event with displays and information for hobbyists and collectors. Drop in; no registration needed at this free event.
Ready to Read enewsletter: Help children become aware of print before they learn how to read. Sign up to receive "Ready to Read," Arlington Library's newest e-newsletter. It provides literacy services for growing readers and features activities, books, and information about library programs geared for children from birth through preschool. Register online at www.ahml.info or call the Kids' World desk for assistance at (847) 506-2620.
Homework help: Free tutors in math, science, social studies and English for grades 4-12 are available from 2-10 p.m. daily at www.ahml.info, Kids' World, homework. Students may also e-mail their questions to the library or IM a librarian at www.ahml.info.
Tax help: For seniors aged 60 and older, there are free income tax counseling appointments with IRS-trained AARP tax aides. Sign up at the Reception desk, (847) 392-0100, or online at www.ahml.info. Appointments are available at 9, 10 or 11 a.m. Mondays through April 14 in the Hendrickson room.
There are state and federal tax forms and publications at the self-serve Tax Station, located near the Reference desk on the first floor. For more information on tax help, contact the Reference librarians at (847) 506-2634.
"Eugene Onegin": Lyric Opera preview lecture on "Eugene Onegin" by Peter Tchaikovsky begins at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 25 in the second floor Hendrickson room. No registration needed for this free event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Teen after-hours game: Teens are invited to celebrate Teen Tech Week with an after-hours RuneScape event from 6 to 8 p.m. March 8. Teens ages 13-18 may register online at www.ahml.info or call (847) 392-0100.