Mexican Contributions to the
World of Art and Culture

(East Chicago, IN – August 12, 2008)
The East Chicago Public Library cordially invites you to attend “Mexican Contributions to the World of Art and Culture/La Contribucion Mexicana al Mundo del Arte y la Cultura”. This special program will highlight the heritage and talents of the Mexican Community. Featured guests will be Ballet Folklorico Xel-Ha Escuela De Danza, Mrs. Debra Bolanos, Director & Mariachi Santa Maria, Mr. Hipolito Sanchez, Director. The program will be at the Main Library located at 2401 E. Columbus Drive on Thursday, September 18, 2008 at 5:00 PM. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome.

The Exhibit showcases historical artifacts and information which will be on display in the Templeton Gallery at the Main Library from September 1st through October 15th.

This program is in partnership with the Foundations of East Chicago.

ECPL Finale Summer Reading Club Program

(East Chicago, IN August 7, 2008)
The East Chicago Public Library held its Finale for the Summer Reading Club Program “The Greatest Show on Earth” at Tod Park in East Chicago. Entertainment included the “Jesse White Tumblers”, clowns, Mr. Bubble, Pony rides and other activities surrounding the theme. The summer reading club was free and open to all ages from preschool to high school. The children received points for every book they read and then received prizes. The library store cashed in points for prizes twice throughout the summer at both libraries and the outreach centers. “This year’s Summer Reading Program was a magnificent success,” said Interim Director Manuel Montalvo. “We were able to reach over 400 children with projects and events that kept our children learning during the summer months.” Funding was provided by the Foundations of East Chicago and Citizens Financial Bank. The trophies were provided by Main Sporting Goods.

Photos: 3436 – Nora Cheeks (clown), 3472 – Jesse White Tumblers and 3499 – Roberto Ceballos (Associate Director of Outreach) and Mary Bennett (Youth Services) presenting certificates and trophies.Mayra Pena receiving certificate and trophy.

Nora Cheeks (clown)

Jesse White Tumblers

Roberto Ceballos (Associate Director of Outreach) and Mary Bennett (Youth Services) presenting certificates and trophies.Mayra Pena receiving certificate and trophy.

ECPL Goodies for Grown-ups Party

(East Chicago, IN – August 7, 2008) The East Chicago Public Library will host a Goodies for Grown-ups (2008 Adult Summer Reading Program) party on Thursday, August 21,2008 at 5:30 PM at the Pastrick Branch, 1008 W. Chicago Ave. Refreshments will be served and a drawing will be held. Participants will receive one raffle ticket for each book checked out and read.

ECPL H & R Block Tax Presentation

(East Chicago, IN – August 7, 2008) The East Chicago Public Library and H & R Block will co-sponsor a Basic Tax Information presentation .The presentation will be held at the Main Library located at 2401 E. Columbus Drive on Thursday, August 21, 2008 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. For any additional information or to RSVP, please call Valerie Jewel Tate at H & R Block at (219)844-1160.