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Skokie's Teen Librarian Invites You To Discuss "IraqiGirl: Diary Of A Teenage Girl In Iraq"

Submitted by skokienet on Thursday, March 4, 2010 - 11:10am
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Please join editor Elizabeth Wrigley-Field for a discussion of "IraqiGirl: Diary of a Teenage Girl In Iraq,'' a compilation of blog posts written by a 15-year-old girl between 2004 and 2007.

 

"I forgot what peace looks like. What the street looks like. What the sky in the night looks like.

Music Therapy for Brain-Body and Soul

Submitted by indiasfirst on Saturday, February 27, 2010 - 3:34am
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By India’s First Music Therapist Dr. Bhaskar Khandekar

 

Music has frequently been used as a therapeutic agent from the ancient times. Music is a kind of yoga system through the medium of sonorous sound, which acts upon the human organism and awakens and develops their proper functions to extent of self-realisation. This is the ultimate goal of Hindu Philosophy and religion. Melody is the keynote of Indian Music. The 'Raga' is the basis of melody.

Some Practical Tips For Immigrants From AFIRE Chicago

Submitted by skokienet on Friday, February 19, 2010 - 11:51am
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There's cash and medical care for those taking care of another person at home.

 

The State of Illinois is looking out for those who cannot be employed due to age, a serious disability or have to act as primary caregiver in the home for someone who is unable to care care of himself.

 

The program is called General Assistance/Transitional Assistance.

Sundance film "Bhutto" sheds light on Pakistan

Submitted by kate on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - 7:17pm
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PARK CITY, Utah (Reuters) - Westerners seeking to understand the volatility of modern Pakistan are getting a good look at the country in a new movie examining the life and legacy of slain leader Benazir Bhutto, screening at the Sundance Film Festival. read more

Happy Chinese New Year!

Submitted by eh re ca on Monday, February 15, 2010 - 11:17am
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Happy Chinese New Year!

Yesterday, February 14th, marked the beginning of the lunar new year; 2010 is the year of the tiger.

 

Saturday morning, I helped myself to these steamed chinese muffins that my aunt made. Fluffy, but not too sweet, I could eat these for breakfast and dessert. Such a yummy snack! :)

 

Oakton College Presents Modern Language Film Fest

Submitted by skokienet on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 - 10:38am
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See some of the world’s most acclaimed contemporary films at the 24th Annual Modern Language Film Festival, Feb. 23 – April 29, at Oakton Community College. The public is invited, and film screenings are free at both campuses, 1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines, and 7701 N. Lincoln Ave., Skokie.

In Search of Yiddish

Submitted by kate on Friday, February 5, 2010 - 2:39pm
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In Search of Yiddish

In Russian with English Subtitles

Best International Cultural Documentary award winner

2009 New York Documentary Film Festival

Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of India's Republic Day in Skokie

Submitted by eh re ca on Wednesday, February 3, 2010 - 7:33pm
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Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of India's Republic Day in Skokie

Niles West High School in Skokie was the place to be on January 23rd. It was packed with individuals celebrating the 60th anniversary of India's Republic Day. An assortment of spicy delicacies were served from 5pm in the cafeteria and VIP room.

Vitamin E strain can protect brain after stroke

Submitted by kate on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 - 4:28pm
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New research led by Professor Chandan Sen of Ohio State University suggests blocking the function of an enzyme in the brain with a specific kind of vitamin E can prevent nerve cells from dying after a stroke. read more

Indian Republic Day Celebration

Submitted by eh re ca on Friday, January 29, 2010 - 8:11pm
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Indian Republic Day Celebration

A group of young women perform a traditional Indian dance in celebration of India's Republic Day on January 23rd at Niles West High School. The event not only featured dancing, but singing and food, which was served from 5pm to 7pm. The performances and giving of awards started at 7pm and continued through 11pm.

 

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