http://www.wpld.alibrary.com/news.asp Recent news items from the Library. http://www.wpld.alibrary.com/newsdetail.asp?id=68 <p><strong>Sunday, May 18, 11:00 A.M. at the Winnetka Woman's Club (485 Maple Street)</strong><p>Tickets are now available at the Main Library and the Northfield Branch for brunch with Dalia Sofer, the author of this year's <a href="http://www.onebooktwovillages.org">One Book Two Villages</a> title, <em>The Septembers of Shiraz</em>.</p><p>An interview, discussion, and book signing will take place following the brunch at 12:00. Books will be available for purchase courtesy of The Book Stall.</p><p>Tickets are $25 and quantity is limited. Please call (847) 446-7220 or visit the <a href="http://www.onebooktwovillages.org">One Book Two Villages website</a> for additional information.</p> http://www.wpld.alibrary.com/newsdetail.asp?id=67 <p>Dr. Lauren Williams, a staff psychologist at Family Service of Winnetka-Northfield, has been a mental health consultant for 13 years at Head Start and day care centers in Chicago and has over 20 years experience working with families facing a variety of issues.</p><p>On <strong>Monday, May 12 at 7:00</strong> in the Lloyd Room, Dr. Williams will share insights about achieving a balance between stimulating activities and unstructured time, enjoying activities that are fun and relaxing for children and parents, and providing a smooth transition for you children between school and summer vacation.</p><p>In this program, Dr. Williams will address questions such as:<ul><li>What is the optimal level of structured activity for children?</li><li>Are you looking for enriching, fun activities that will promote your preschooler's creativity and learning and provide a safe, physical outlet?</li><li>What is the best way to respond to your child's complaints of boredom?</li>