Naperville READS is our community’s version of the one book/ one city program popularized by the Washington Center for the Book at the Seattle Public Library.The brainchild of librarian Nancy Pearl, this program spawned dozens of similar programs across the country. In 2002, the Naperville Public Library took the challenge, and embarked on its own journey.We joined forces with Anderson’s Bookshop and School Districts 203 and 204, and hosted the prolific writer Gary Paulsen. He was the perfect choice for our first endeavor, having written over 200 books that held wide-spread appeal to children, teens and adults.The goal of having one community joined together in the love of reading and discussion was met as residents flocked to the many events held in the Library, in the schools, at Anderson’s Bookshop and in small informal book groups.
Since then, Naperville READS has gone on to host luminaries such as Lisa See,Tracy Chevalier, Jodi Picoult,Yann Martell, Greg Mortenson and Joseph Bruchac.
In 2008, we are pleased to continue this proud tradition by hosting Daniel Pink, author of A Whole New Mind:Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future, and Brian Selznick, author of the groundbreaking work, The Invention of Hugo Cabret, a story told in both words and pictures. It is the sincere wish of the Naperville READS Committee that you will show your support for this program by joining in the activities planned, whether it be a parent-child book group in the schools, a book discussion at the Library, or meeting with friends and neighbors to talk about the issues and themes in these two books. Naperville READS is made possible, in part, by a grant from the City of Naperville, and is a partnership between Anderson’s Bookshop, the Naperville Public Library, Naperville CUSD#203 and Indian Prairie CUSD#204.
Author Biographies
Daniel Pink is the author of A Whole New Mind:Why Right Brainers Will Rule the Future. His book examines the rise of right-brain thinking in today’s economy, and lists the six abilities that individuals will need to possess in order to succeed in our new and outsourced world.Traditionally, students graduating from American colleges thought that a diploma was their ticket to financial success and security. Pink theorizes that a degree is no longer a sure thing, and that individuals need to reassess how they view the business world. His book introduces readers to the six senses: design, story, symphony, empathy, play and meaning. He devotes one chapter to each of these senses, describing how they are being integrated into today’s business life and everyday life. He also includes exercises that can be used to sharpen each of these senses. A popular and dynamic speaker, Dan Pink lectures to corporations, associations and universities around the world. He is a contributing editor at Wired, and has written for the New York Times, the Harvard Business Review and Fast Company. His analysis has been heard on NPR’s Morning Edition, CNBC’s Power Lunch and American Public Media’s Marketplace. He served from 1995 to 1997 as former Vice President Al Gore’s speechwriter and has worked as an aide to U.S. Secretary of Labor Robert Reich.
Brian Selznick is the Caldecott Honor winning illustrator and New York Times bestselling author of The Invention of Hugo Cabret, this year’s Naperville READS choice for children and young adults. This book combines the elements of a picture book, a graphic novel and a film to create a one-of-a-kind reading experience. Hugo is an orphan and a thief who lives within the walls of a busy Paris train station. Living a secret existence, his very survival is threatened when his life intertwines with a strange little girl and the owner of a small toy shop within the station. His story unfolds as each page of this exceptional book is turned, intermingling words and pictures to move Hugo’s story forward. Brian Selznick is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, and the recipient of many literary awards and distinctions. The Invention of Hugo Cabret was one of five National Book Award finalists in the Young People’s Literature category.
The following two author programs are free and open to the public.Tickets will be available at all Naperville Public Library locations and at Anderson’s Bookshop.
Brian Selznick
Monday, February 4 at 7:00 p.m. Naperville North High School 899 North Mill Street Capacity 800 Daniel Pink
Daniel Pink
Tuesday, February 26 at 7:00 p.m. Pfeiffer Hall at North Central College 310 E. Benton Avenue Capacity 1000
Daniel Pink
Monday, February 25, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Guest Speaker/General Membership Meeting
Sponsored by Naperville READS
Holiday Inn Select
1801 N. Naper Blvd. 60563
Please call the Chamber at 630-355-4141 for details, reservations and tickets.
Anderson’s Bookshop will be offering a 10% discount on the purchases of The Invention of Hugo Cabret and A Whole New Mind.
Join other readers in Anderson’s Bookshop windows! Either read or sketch in the big window during the week prior to each author’s visit.Volunteers can sign up for a time slot by calling Anderson’s at 630-355-2665.
Brian Selznick
January 28- February 4
Daniel Pink
February 18 – February 26
Programs at the Naperville Public Library
No advance registration is required for the following programs. They are partially supported by a grant from the City of Naperville.
For Adults
Creative Writing Workshop with Sharon Frolick
Wednesday, January 16, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Nichols Library Community Room
Jump start your creative writing machine at tonight’s fun and
interactive program! Have an idea but not quite sure how to
begin? Bring paper and pencil to the Library tonight, and Sharon Frolick of Creative Juices Writing Center will lead you through a group of activities and exercises that will inspire you to write like a pro. Sharon is a Naperville resident and published author who specializes in the recording of family histories and stories using food and recipes as the jumping off point.
Family Foods and Traditions with Sharon Frolick
Wednesday, February 6, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Nichols Library Community Room
When you smell the familiar and comforting aromas from your family’s favorite foods, does it evoke a happy memory? The sense of smell is intimately related to memory. In tonight’s workshop, learn to capture and write about these precious memories with noted Naperville author Sharon Frolick.Tonight’s program will focus on food, folklore, family and stories. Bring along a written recipe to share and start your writing journey with a pleasant food memory from the past.
Out of the Wound Comes the Gift:Accessing Your Creative Intelligence Lydia Van den Broeck, Ph.D.
Monday, February 11, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 95th Street Library Meeting Room A/B
Dr.Van den Broeck is an Energy Mastery coach, author and inspirational speaker with over 20 years of experience in the field
of wholistic health. Energy Coaching™ is a unique and powerful transformational tool to recalibrate and redirect blocked energy,
allowing the individual’s natural creativity to flow freely.Tonight’s
program successfully bridges professional development and personal renewal.
Creativity…Looking at Things a Whole New Way Creativity Coach Brendan Sullivan
Wednesday, February 13, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 95th Street Library Meeting Room A/B
Improvisational performer, creativity coach and Second City alum Brendan Sullivan leads a workshop that is sure to spark your creativity! An experienced corporate workshop facilitator since
1986, Brendan has brought his particular brand of magic to the
Chicago Public School System, and corporations such as Sara Lee, BP and more. Learn how to think, behave and work in a whole new way and welcome more joy and success into your life!
Chamber Music at the Library The DuPage Symphony Orchestra
Friday, February 22, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. 95th Street Library Meeting Room A/B
In Daniel Pink’s book, he lists symphony as one of the new 6
senses. He describes symphony as the ability to put together
the pieces, thus allowing us to synthesize rather than analyze. In tonight’s performance by members of the DuPage Symphony Orchestra, listeners will be able to appreciate how the many parts of an orchestra come together to produce one harmonious sound.
For Children
Art in Books
95th Street Library Children’s Program Room Monday, January 28
Join us as we discover the artwork in books. Illustrations can tell a story without words and everyone will create their own masterpiece.The art of Naperville READS author and illustrator Brian Selznick’s art will be explored as well.
For children in grades 1- 3. Seating is limited (25), and registration
is required.This program is partially funded by a grant from the City of Naperville.
For Parents
Baby Signing Workshops
Nichols Library Community Room Monday, January 28
These programs offer a 45-minute preview of the 10-week Signing Smart™ Program.American Sign Language (ASL) signs and
Signing Smart™ strategies will be integrated into songs, games and activities developed to engage very young children and their parents/caregivers.This program will be facilitated by Sheryl
Ebersold, Qualified Interpreter for the Deaf and licensed Signing
Smart™ instructor.
Seating is limited (12 parents/caregivers and their babies). Babies should be 18 months old or younger. Older siblings are welcome,
but the program and the props are ONLY for the young babies. Registration required. These programs are partially funded by a grant from the City of Naperville.
Book Discussion Groups
No registration required
Pageturners Tuesday, February 12 at 9:30 a.m.
Nichols Library Community Room
From Cover To Cover Thursday, February 21 at 7:00 p.m.
Nichols Library Community Room
There will be activities, projects and programs in a large number of both public and private schools in Naperville.Ask your student what is happening for Naperville READS in his or her school, and get involved in the fun!
Staff Development Program Teachers in School Districts 203 and 204
Three sessions will be offered this winter, related to A Whole New Mind, by Daniel Pink. An introductory session, in which teachers
will discuss the book, will be the first scheduled meeting. Mr.
Pink will attend the second session and discuss his work with attendees. A wrap up meeting will be held in which teachers will share their ideas as to how this information can be successfully passed on to their students.
Dates are still to be determined. Please contact Gayl Smith at Waubonsie Valley High School for more information. 630-375-3263.
This event is open only to teachers in District 203 and District
204.
