Temporary Studio 300 Space to Continue Offering Services, Programs

Fountaindale Public Library opened a temporary Studio 300 space after its new multimedia creative space flooded last month.

While Studio 300 is being repaired from the damage incurred from the April flooding, Fountaindale continues to offer many Studio 300 services and programs in a temporary space. Studio 300 is located in the lowest level of the library.  The Quiet Reading Room, located on the third floor of the library, is now the temporary Studio 300 space. The Mac computer stations are set-up and staff will continue to host programs and one-on-one training. Patrons can continue to learn about the video equipment with a “mini” TV studio. There's a TriCaster, cameras and a portable green screen set-up so patrons can gain experience and be ready to use the video recording studios in Studio 300. Digital transfers of slides/photos, LPs, and VHS tapes will also …

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Flood Clean-Up to Keep Fountaindale's Studio 300 Closed for Several Months

An inch of water leaked into the Fountaindale Public Library space, which is located on the library's lowest level.

Flood Clean-Up to Keep Fountaindale's Studio 300 Closed for Several Months

An inch of water leaked into the Fountaindale Public Library space, which is located on the library's lowest level.

Fountaindale Public Library's new multimedia space Studio 300 will remain closed for "several months" for clean-up following last month's flooding, according to officials. Sign up for our daily email newsletter Like us on Facebook. Studio 300 opened to the public March 16 and includes six sound recording studios, two video recording studios and three group collaboration rooms with video conferencing capabilities.  Studio 300 is located on the library's lowest level and bore the brunt of the damage, officials said. About an inch of water flooded the space on Thursday, April 18.  "There is a significant amount of work to be done," from replacing carpet and drywall to assessing the condition of the sound recording studios, according to a …

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'Great Read' Closing Event Marks Lincoln's Last Night

Community reading program finale is at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at the Fountaindale Public Library in Bolingbrook.

Submitted by Plainfield School District 202: Plainfield-area community members are invited to witness a portrayal of President Abraham Lincoln’s last moments at the White House with his beloved wife, Mary Todd just before his assassination at the 2013 Great Read community literacy program’s Closing Gala at 7 p.m. May 2. Husband-and-wife actors Max and Donna Daniels will portray the 16th American president and Mary Todd Lincoln in a free program titled, “A Night at the Theater” at the Fountaindale Public Library, 300 W. Briarcliff Rd., Bolingbrook. Refreshments will be served.  This year, the 2013 Great Read celebrates the 150th anniversary of Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation, made in 1863. Plainfield-area community members are …

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Bolingbrook HS Graduate Now a Co-Host on STAR 96.7

Anna Kopsky currently attends North Central College.

While she pursues her Bachelor’s Degree, Bolingbrook High School graduate Anna Kopsky is having a great time as a staff member at WSSR-FM/Star 96.7 Radio. The 20-year-old former BHS National Honor Society President, Raiderette and Homecoming Queen has been working in radio since she was 14. These days she can be heard from 5 to 9 a.m. weekdays delivering news and traffic reports and serving as co-host of the "Cooper in the Morning Show." Kopsky hopes to graduate from North Central College two terms early in November. Before landing a job at Star 96.7, she interned for almost a year at 95.9 “The River” both on-air and in the promotions department, and at 100.7 Q-Rock on the air. She gives a lot of credit to her hometown for being such a …

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Plainfield High School to Host Annual Dance Show

Event is at 7 p.m. May 1.

Article submitted by Plainfield School District 202:  Hoping to inspire peace through performance, Plainfield High School-Central Campus students will present their annual dance show at 7 p.m. May 1, 2013 in the school auditorium, 24120 W. Fort Beggs Dr., Plainfield. Tickets are $4, and children under 4 years old are free. The show’s theme is “Infinity” and the dances highlight a variety of styles. The program will feature an inspirational dance that is dedicated to victims of recent tragedies from around the country, said dance teacher and dance show coordinator Bridget Taylor. “It is truly a touching piece that shows how our students can touch lives and impact others in a positive way,” said Taylor, who is returning to PHSCC after three …

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Romeoville HS Band Boosters Shake-the-Can Fundraiser is Saturday

Volunteers will be at four roadway locations this weekend to raise money for the Romeoville High School Band Boosters.

Volunteers will be at four roadway locations this weekend collecting money for the Romeoville High School Band Boosters “Shake-The-Can” fundraiser. The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at 135th Street and Belmont, 13th Street and Joliet Road, Weber and Airport roads, and Weber and Taylor roads. Shake-the-Can is one of the ways the Band Boosters raise money to supplement the band program at RHS.  The money will go toward the purchase of large or specialized instruments, repair and maintenance of band uniforms, purchase of music, fleet maintenance, scholarships, and travel expenses. Another Shake-the-Can event is scheduled for May 18. Editor's note: This article was submitted by Valley View School District 365U. 

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Weeks After Opening, Fountaindale's Studio 300 Closed Due to Flood Damage

The multimedia space filled with high-tech equipment remains closed after last week's flooding. The rest of Fountaindale is open to the public.

Fountaindale Public Library's new, multimedia creative space remains closed due to flood damage.  Sign up for our daily email newsletter Like us on Facebook. Fountaindale unveiled its Studio 300 March 16. The space includes six sound recording studios, two video recording studios and three group collaboration rooms with video conferencing capabilities. There's also a 3-D printer and a computer center with Mac's equipped with photo, audio and video editing software.  Studio 300 is located on the library's lowest level and bore the brunt of the damage, officials said. Fountaindale closed Thursday after heavy flooding in the area but re-opened Friday. At that point, everything was operational on the main three floors, except one of two public…

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Elementary Teachers Get Down in Peanut Butter Jelly Video

Tibbott Elementary School teachers participated this week in the school's talent show.

Regional CARE Association to Host Spring Fundraiser in Romeoville

'Lights! Camera! Action!' set for April 20 at the Philip Lynch Theatre.

Regional CARE Association will be hosting its annual spring fundraiser, “Lights! Camera! Auction!” on Saturday, April 20 at Lewis University in Romeoville.  A benefit performance of The Beaux’ Stratagem will be given by the Philip Lynch Theatre and a complimentary dessert bar will be available.  Doors will open at 3:15 pm with the performance starting at 4:00 pm.  Tickets are $15 and can be reserved on-line or by calling the agency. A silent auction will be the main focus of the event with offerings including restaurant and hotel certificates, professional sporting event and theatre tickets, golf passes, gift baskets appealing to outdoor enthusiasts, children, and those looking to pamper themselves, and a Chicago Blackhawks team-…

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