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Schaumburg Township District Library
Audiovisual Department Newsletter -- May, 2008
 Frankly -  Dean's Way
May 12
7 p.m.
 Audiovisual Department
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Dean Malsack
Dean Malsack started piano lessons at the age of five and began playing professionally at 14.  His father, also a professional pianist, was his teacher.  His mother teaches piano as well. Dean has performed all over the
United States as a solo pianist and with several ensembles ranging from jazz to blues to popular show tunes. recording.  His  music has been featured on many radio stations, including WNUA(95.5FM) and WDCB(90.9FM) in Chicago. Dean is a voting member of the Grammy Awards and has performed on a USO tour. Recently, Dean has appeared on YouTube. Please check it out - http://www.deanmalsack.com/
default.aspx?pageid=16.  Dean`s enjoyment in playing is evident in
his whimsical and unique style, and appeals to a wide range of listeners.
 
 Dean performs more than 250 engagements yearly. This evening's performance will be dedicated to Frank Sinatra and Dean's latest CD called "FRANKLY - Dean's WAY." You will hear songs made popular by Sinatra such as The Way You Look Tonight, That's Life, More, My Way and  All the Things You Are. All the music has been arranged by Dean Malsack. For those of you interested in purchasing Dean's CDs, they
will be available after the
performance.
  
For this special occasion, Piano
Trends Music Company located
in Crystal Lake, IL will provide a
Baldwin grand piano. Co-owned
by Tim and Bobbi Paul, Piano
Trends is a unique full service
music store and Chicagoland's
exclusive authorized piano
dealership for Baldwin, Hamilton,
Wurlitzer and Breitenbach Pianos.
Take a look at their extensive Web site and the many celebrities they have helped over the years - http://www.pianotrends.com. It is
quite impressive and very informative.
 
Seating is limited and available on
a first-come, first-served basis.
For additional information and
availability, please contact Dean
Malsack at (847) 888-0303 or
e-mail him at info@deanmalsack.com.  Dean's website is:


Remember Our Veteran's Throughout The Entire 2008 Memorial Day Weekend
May 23-26, 2008
  


Our veterans are our national hero's
and warrior's, and represent freedom and its cost. The cost of freedom is paid in installments by our veterans, not purchased in a lump sum.
 
The Memorial Day holiday, which commemorates U.S. men and women who have sacrificed their lives while serving in our military, will take on added significance in Schaumburg this month. Throughout the entire 2008 Memorial Day weekend, May 23-26, 2008,  Alexian Field, home of the Schaumburg Flyers, will host the Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall and the Cost of Freedom Exhibit.

The Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall is an 80% size replica of the original structure in Washington, D.C., stands over eight feet tall at its apex, and is over 370 feet long. The Wall will be located inside the stadium along the outfield warning track.

The Cost of Freedom Exhibit displays are nine large memorials to remember and honor all who have lost their lives for our c ountry in service since the Vietnam War.

There will also be memorials for the current Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, World War II, Korean War, Women in Military and a 9/11 tribute. The exhibits at Alexian Field are expected to draw nearly 100,000 onlookers throughout the 4-day holiday weekend.

Further details of the weekend and the exhibits at Alexian Field will be announced in the coming months. For more info on the Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall and other exhibits please visit
http://avtt.org/index.htm.
  

BIG BAND CONCERT SERIES
 
Prepare yourselves for the transformational power of music this coming summer as we celebrate our 10th Anniversary of the Big Band Concert Series. Schaumburg Township District Library  is very proud to present 13 great music events to a most appreciative listening audience, our Schaumburg Township residents, as well as to all who travel great distances to enjoy our summer programs in Town Square.  We are so honored to present the following roster:

AMERICAN ENGLISH 
Monday, June 2 at 6:45 p.m.
Hear songs covering the career of The Beatles from 1963-1970 with precise attention to detail, along with costume changes, vintage instruments and special effects.
Rain date:  Thurs. June 5
 

YORKVILLE BIG BAND
Monday, June 9 at 6:45 - 8:30 p.m.
Under the direction of Rick Falato, this band plays a repertoire of tunes from the 40s and 50s with modern arrangements of the famous big bands.
Vocalist: Leslie Beukelman. Rain date: Thurs. June 12


BANJO BUDDIES DIXIELAND BAND
Monday, June 16 at 6:45 - 8:15 p.m.
This high energy Dixieland Jazz Band has a style that appeals to all ages, presented in an entertaining fashion with vocals and audience interaction.
Vocalist: Ann Stewart. Rain date: Tues. July 8
 

ED COWARD BAND
Monday, June 23 at 6:45 - 8:15 p.m.
The Ed Coward Band presents Yesternow, featuring jazz, blues, rhythm & blues, pop and rock from the 20s to the 90s. Vocalist: Frieda Lee. Rain date: Wed. June 25
 

LAS GUITARRAS DE ESPANA
THE GUITARS OF SPAIN

Monday, June 30 at 6:45 - 8:15 p.m.
Las Guitarras de Espana's style is flamenco with a mix of Latin, Caribbean, Middle Eastern and African, making for a lively, unusual performance.
Rain date: Wed. July 2
  
MOVIES AT THE LIBRARY 
 
The library presents a variety of  films which are classic or family-friendly movies.  They take place in the Audiovisual Department's  theatre, where you'll find comfortable seating. Join this friendly group of patrons and get in on all the fun. After the movie, you will receive a bag of microwave popcorn and the best thing is - it's all free! No fee or registration required. Check out the times and dates for movies at the Central Library Audiovisual Department:  (847) 923-3182. 
  
Wednesday Night at the Movies
Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in Audiovisual
  
May 7: Snow Buddies - G, 87 minutes. Talking puppies team up with new friends in a dog sled race across Alaska.
May 14: Martian Child - PG, 108 minutes. David, a widowed science fiction writer, adopts a young boy who claims he is from the Red Planet.
May 21: Bee Movie - PG, 90 minutes. Barry, having just graduated from college, longs for something more than the one career choise ahead for him - honey.
May 28: Enchanted - PG, 107 minutes. Giselle is banished from the land of Andalasia by the evil queen.
 
Thursday Afternoon at the Movies
Thursdays at  in Audiovisual
May 1: Why Did I Get Married? - PG-13, 118 minutes. Eight married college friends gather for their annual 7-day reunion.
May 8: No Reservations - PG, 104 minutes. Kate, a workaholic tries to juggle work and raising her niece.
May 15: Becoming Jane - PG, 120 minutes. The young Jane Austen wants to be a writer, but is pressured by her mother to get married.
May 22: Beowulf  - PG-13, 114 minutes. Beowulf seeks revenge against Grendel's mother.
May 29: Dan In Real Life - PG-13, 98 minutes. Widower Dan Burns brings his three daughters to a family gathering.
  
Saturday Family Flicks
Saturdays at
May 3: Ice Princess - G, 99 minutes. Casey Carlyle, a 17 year old physics whiz, is asked to work on a physics project over the summer.
May 10: Shrek the Third - PG, 92 minutes. When Shrek and Fiona marry, the last thing that Shrek expected was to be the next King of Far Far Away.
May 17: The Absent Minded Professor - G, 96 minutes. Be accident, a college professor develops an anti-gravity substance, which he equips his Model T and his college basketball player's shoes.
May 24: Over the Hedge - PG, 85 minutes. A raccoon tricks a family of forest creatures into helping him repay a debt of food.
May 31: The Incredible Mr. Limpet - G, 99 minutes. A bespectacled book keeper who loves his pet fish so much, he longs to become one.

TRICKSTER GALLERY
MAY FEATURE FILMS
STARTING TIME 6 PM
EVERY FRIDAY EVENING
All of the films featured in May are directed by Native American film director Chris Eyre, who People Magazine calls "...the preeminent Native American filmmaker of his time".
Audiovisual Department
Big Band Concert Series
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STEVE COOPER ORCHESTRA
Monday, July 7     6:45 - 8:15 p.m.
Come and hear the arrangements of Eddy Howard, Sammy Kaye, Lawrence Welk, George Gershwin, Irving Berlin and Cole Porter, as well as a tribute to New Orleans.
Vocalist: Mary Kalfas
Rain date: Thurs. July 10
 

TEDDY LEE ORCHESTRA
Monday, July 14     6:45 - 8:15 p.m.
  
Hit tunes of the big band era, show tunes and popular songs of the great American song writers are part of the Teddy Lee tradition. Celebrating their 50th anniversary, this band provides a variety of listening and dancing enjoyment. Vocalist: Peter Oprisko
Rain date: Thurs. July 17

  
SPRING VALLEY CONCERT BAND
Wednesday, July 16 at 7 - 8 p.m.

Schaumburg's first adult community concert band, directed by John M. Snow, returns for its tenth year with a repertoire including show tunes, patriotic tributes and jazz and classical overtures.
 

MAXWELL STREET KLEZMER BAND
Monday, July 21      6:45 - 8:15 p.m.
 
This show will consist of original klezmer-classical compositions, dances and humor, keeping the audience engaged as the constant variety of tempos and moods are spiced with entertaining commentary.
Rain date: Tues. July 22
 

LIMITED EDITION BIG BAND
Monday, July 28      6:45 - 8:15 p.m.
 
Under the direction of Dick Gulbrandsen, this group joins us with an extensive musical selection of big band swing, jazz and dance arrangements.
Vocalist: Julie Creighton
Rain date: Wed. July 30
 
JOHN BURNETT SWING ORCHESTRA
Monday, Aug. 4     6:45 - 8:15 p.m.
 
 This orchestra specializes in all 40's style big band swing, keeping alive the sounds of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Count Basie and others. The orchestra will also perform current big band jazz and vocal ballads.
Vocalist: Frieda Lee
Rain date: Thurs. Aug. 7
 


CHICAGO COMMUNITY CHORUS
Wednesday, Aug. 6       7 - 8 p.m.

The chorus performs a wide repertoire, including choral literature by the great composers from the fifteenth centurn to the present, spirituals, gospel music, jazz, folk music and show tunes.
 

SCHAUMBURG JAZZ ENSEMBLE
Monday, Aug. 11      6:45 - 8:15 p.m.
 
Come and hear the music of Glenn Miller, Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and others performed by Larry Bemben's high-energy, 16-piece orchestra. This popular band is returning for its 10th year in Town Square. Vocalist: Melanie
Rain date: Thurs. Aug. 14 
 

Midwest Ballroom with John Russell Ghrist 90.9 FM WDCB Public Radio

WDCB is a non-commercial, public radio station broadcasting continuously to northeastern Illinois. The station is known for its diverse music programming:  jazz, folk, reggae, world, classical and "Midwest Ballroom." Now in its eighth year, "Midwest Ballroom" is hosted by John Russell Ghrist. It is heard Saturdays at 5 p.m. over 90.9 FM WDCB in digital HD and features Chicago area big bands and musicians. The station is owned by the College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL and can be heard throughout Chicago and the suburbs, as well as on the Internet by going to www.WDCB.org.    Liste ners m ay contact John Russell Ghrist at P.O. Box 1073 Dundee, Il. 60118 or via e-mail at midwestballroom@yahoo.com.  Additional information on upcoming music events and dances can be found at www.yorkvillebigband.com.
  
Midwest Ballroom Schedule for May, 2008
  
May 3:  New Releases - Tunes from recently received CD's.  These are the newest versions of the great standards, plus the latest easy listening songs by local and national artists.
  
May 10:  Hot Wax Weekend - Local and national singers and bands perform the latest versions of 1960's and 1970's hits.
  
May 17: The Long Songs - Tunes we never have time for because they are too long. The show will include some great vocals, solos and jazz selections.
  
May 24: Patriotic Program - Two hours of special songs dedicated to those who served our country performed by local and national recording artists.
  
May 31: Big Band Medleys - Some of the best tunes for dancing played in medley form. Some of these selections will be taken from old LP's and current recordings.
  
Musically Yours,
  
  
Barbara R. Marik  

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Audiovisual Information Coordinator/Music Programmer • Schaumburg Township District Library
130 South Roselle Road • Schaumburg, IL 60193 • (847) 923-3186