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Home My WebLink About2012-01 Oak Brook Public : 1 IihrarIeaccn Libraryj 600 Oak Brook Road -( Brook, Illinois 60. 23 630-368-7 700 - vvvvvv.oak-1)rook.lil>.il.lis Volume 10, Issue I January 2012 L(brary Hours ave ilatk: good cfood fast - 9:30 am-9 pm Monday-Thursday 9:30 am-5 pm Friday-Saturday clie 20th eentut#J)iithzg devolution 1 pm-5 pm Sunday January 1, 2012-Library Closed Sunday, January 8th at 2 pm January 2, 2012- Library Closed This delicious program the story through words, photos, and music, of how DeparfkueKf Nukuhers our favorite dining establishments evolved from Fred Harvey railroad dining Circulation 630-368-7701 cars and urban lunch counters. We look at the serious concerns in the Reference 630-368-7725 early 1900s with food safety that led to establishments marketing their Youth Services 630-368-7733 open kitchens, use of popular and trusted brand-name ingredients, and scrupulous attention to cleanliness. We see how these trends began in Library CokukUCSSCOkt urban centers, such as Philadelphia, Roberta Petz, President New York, and Chicago, and how they Herb Arnquist spread across the country first along the !- Susan Epstein rail lines, and later along the highways. �a s r spuKe oawE1N Jeffry Franklin From carhops to cookie-cutter 5 r[+ 'A-J leV39 iXAYif. ♦ tY ,„ S'fl YiGnr Veena Mendiratta franchises, from familiar foods to unique Hope Sabbagha eats, this program will satisfy a thirst for Sandra Wittrock knowledge—although it may leave you = a . ,; CokuwCSS(OK Meefix0s hungry for more! Tuesdays at 7 pku January 17 Dr. IMark9Vtoy: Series of cprograms on UviedicaREmergencies March 20 Monday, January9th at 7 pm May 15 — Y, July 17 I \ Oak Brook Trustee and Liaison to the Library September 18 ' Dr. Mark Moy presents: Cold Weather Medical November 20 Emergencies. This informative presentation will t=oLCow us oKLu e I ' include how to recognize, treat, and prevent www.oak-brook.lib.il.us — -- frostbite and hypothermia as well as the latest twitter @oakbrooklibrary medical advances in treating hypothermia. Bundle up and learn how to protect yourself from the cold! ()It tr 0-4 Steve JuStrnan: Roots of Americana Di pi ft � �� `� Sunday, January 29th at 2 pm This entertaining and informative musical .of inerk-, program takes you on a journey of some of the most influential, important and well-loved b American folk, country, and popular songs. ` Computer Classes youth services Computer Basics- Monday,Jan. 16 @ 3 pm Winter Reading Clubs Participants will learn the basics of what makes up a computer, mouse handling skills, use of the bar and how to start and exit an IT' Try When the winter chill sets in, Kick It Up—Read! application. Registration is required. The reading program runs from December 27th and Internet Basics—Wednesday,Jan. 18 @ 3 pm xcr } continues through March 3rd. We welcome and offer Participants will learn to connect to the Internet, understand incentives to little ones who enjoy a good picture Internet Explorer's menu and toolbar,type in a web address to get aiguill 4. book, our emerging readers, as well as those who to a specific site and use an Internet search tool. Registration is ` are proficient readers as they progress through the required. � r,` � C;31�Ago/ program. Sign up ASAP to take part in our Intro to Gmail—Monday,Jan. 23 @ 3 pm celebration of reading! This class will demonstrate how to better utilize Google's email service known as Gmail.Topics included in this class are: speClal Events attachments, creating folders, organizing contacts and much more. Registration is required. Kick Up Your Heels with Hip Hop Internet Searching - Monday,Jan. 30 @ 3 pm presented by Flying High Sports and Rec Center This class will provide the tools to better search the internet and Sunday,January 22nd-Two Sessions! find more closely the information they are seeking. Topics included 2 pm for ages 4-7 • 3 pm for ages 8 and up in this class are: pros and cons of various search engines, assessing the authority of websites, exploring the Library's If you want to learn how to dance like J. Lo or groove like Justin, then databases, and much more. Registration is required. this is for you!A fusion of high-energy dance styles, hip hop is featured in many music videos. Shipwreck Tales of Chicago BreaRing Boards with Mr. Bill Wednesday,January 11th at 7 pm Saturday, February 11th at 2 pm Come hear the Shipwreck Tales of Chicago,complete with an Join Bill DeJesus as he demonstrates Korean Traditional Martial Arts. interactive presentation of how the shipwrecks look today! Hear This is a version of unarmed combat for self-defense. It involves the about the passenger steamer, Lady Elgin, sunk in an 1860 skilled application of punches,flying kicks, blocks, dodges and inter- collision with over 300 lives lost,the schooner, Wells Burt, lost with ception with the hands and feet to the rapid destruction of the oppo- all hands in an 1833 storm, and the unbelievable Hent. Especially for children and young adults. loss of over 800 people when the excursion -=i:_, Action Comics with Alan OzarK steamer,the Eastland, capsized at its dock in the Thursdays at 6:30 January 12, 19, 26 &February 2 Chicago River in 1915. Also learn about lesser :; Learn the basics of how to draw comic characters in action!Ages 8-12 known Chicago shipwrecks such as the Prohibition speakeasy ship, the Rotarian,the ''' innovative ship, the Material Service that sunk in WeeKly Reading Activities 1936, and the WWI German U-boat, the UC-97, `NIS k"'{t Baby Tales for children 6-23 mo. -Tuesdays at 10 am,Jan 17- Feb 21 in deep water off Chicago. This story time allows parents and children to interact through stories, dance, songs, and books within a playgroup setting. Saft4 79crizieotosa Toddling Twos- Mondays at 10 am, Jan 16-Feb 20 Saturday, January 14th at 12:30 pm Toddle on down to this breezy and interactive story time that includes marvelous books, flannel boards, tons of music and cute-as-a-button Exercise, Stretch, and Relax. Join Personal Trainer craft. and Yoga Instructor Sandy Auriemma for a 30-40 minute introductory class on Chair Yoga. Learn how Terrific Threes and Fours -Wednesdays at 4:30 pm, Jan 18- Feb 22 to do basic stretches from the comfort and4 Preschoolers will wiggle and giggle in this fun-filled story time which '' convenience of your own home! All ages welcome, includes a whimsical craft, dancing, and, of course, books. Grades K-2 -Tuesdays at 4:30 pm, Jan 17-Feb 21 ,� Gift Books Donated to The children will enjoy a story or two and embellish it with a creative ` 0 , Oak Brook Library craft. January 17- February 21. in the month of December Saturday Storytime for K-2-Saturdays at 11 am, Jan 21 - Feb 25 Something new for those who cannot make our weekday program, Roberta Petz donated A Dog is a Dog in memory of Twink, beloved these sessions will feature a simple story and themed craft. pet of Anne Vekich. Sue and Mark Madorin donated My Family Table:A Passionate Plea jam+- ea , J', i.--' $!lth4 _ , for Home Cooking in memory of Rodie Asaro. READING 1S YOUR BEST DEFENSE Sampling of New and Upcoming Materials December 27-March 3 You can place your own "hold" on items checked out or on order The Winter Reading Program will feature this theme in support through our website www.oak-brook.lib.il.us or stop by the of using knowledge as power. The Library will host related Reference Desk for assistance. events,such as Dr. Moy's Cold Weather Medical Emergencies Books on January 9 at 7 pm and Defend Yourself: Identity Theft and Personal Safety on February 4 at 2 pm. Participants in the Fiction program will be required to read or listen to five books to be Barnes,Julian The Sense of an Ending entered into a drawing. Registration is required at the Reference Bourne,Joanna The Black Hawk Desk. Brett, Simon Bones Under the Beach Hut I Daheim, Mary The Alpine Winter:An Emma Lord Mystery Drake, Nick Egypt: The Book of Chaos Auto Detailing: Do it like a Pro Eccles, Marjorie Broken Music Saturday, January 14th at 3 pm Finch, Charles A Burial at Sea Hoyt, Elizabeth Scandalous Desires In this fun and informative class, Gary Kouba, former Hunter,Jillian A Bride Unveiled owner of Perfect Auto Finish shares his secrets to all and Hunter,Stephen Soft Target:A Thriller teaches everyone all the basics on how to keep their car Kaaberbol, Lene The Boy in the Suitcase looking new. He will show you how to shop for a car, what Meade,Amy Well-Offed in Vermont Murphy, Shirley Cat Telling Tales:A Joe Grey Mystery to look for and what to beware of when dealers try to sell Oates,Joyce Carol The Corn Maiden:And Other Nightmares you after-market products. All aspects of exterior and Roberts, Nora The Next Always interior care are covered, including descriptions on =v Nonfiction modern day products and r--:-).---4*. .". -" Aczel,Amir A Strange Wilderness:The Lives of the Great y how to use them. W;' Mathematicians " Goldacre, Ben Bad Science:Quacks, Hacks, and Big Pharma Flacks „ CaUSHastings, Michael The Operators:The Wild and Terrifying Inside Story SORMI O Parents' Coll a of America's War in Afghanistan ,.,,I:E, Hitchings, Henry The Language Wars:A History of Proper English Survival Guide Jone, Erica Sugar in My Bowl Saturday, January 21 McDonough,John Inside National Health Reform iiLt#1' =r 3:30 pm Mueller,Tom Extra Virginity:The Sublime and Scandalous World of Olive Oil Salatin,Joel The Sheer Ecstasy of Being a Lunatic Farmer 's r i C,s-t' -F.'(:).d� r t r Ir i r I r 1-b:::-.31 Scheeres,Julia A Thousand Lives:The Untold Story of Hope, ur_`_— Deception and Survival at Jonestown Movie Matinee Steel, Piers The Procrastination Equation Wed., January 25 @ 2 pm Turkle, Sherry Alone Together: Why We Expect More from Technology and Less from Each Other ,.m, Weiner,Eric Man Seeks God: My Flirtations With the Divine A veterinary student abandons his studies after his parents are bVbs .. y, h4. killed and joins a traveling circus Abduction " ,� „ Boardwalk Empire-Season 1� as their vet. Based on the best Drive � i��`i ,--. selling novel by Sara Gruen. 50/50 i I Don't Know How She Does It • 120 min. Rated PG-13 ides of March ' An Idiot Abroad-Season 1 Justified-Season 2 Eslatc lVj for Twwrws - Gramm Grew Real Steel ," r. +x.. What's Your Number? , _ 1" Monday through Thursday at 6-8:30 pm The Whistleblower . - The Activity Room is open Monday through Thursday Music nights in January and February for teens grade 6 and up Angels&Airwaves Love Albums Parts 1 &2 to gather to complete homework and socialize with Deer Tick Divine Providence peers. When a break is needed from studying, the Library Gainsbourg,Charlotte Stage Whisper offers an assortment of games to play. As always, a li- Various Artists Songs of Anarchy: Music from Sons of Anarchy brarian is available to assist you with reference questions. Yelawolf Radioactive SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 LIBRARY LIBRARY ogio Cram Crew 6-8:30 a Cram Crew 6-8:30 a Cram Crew 6-8:30 CLOSED CLOSEDa. .......,, 14 e.„.t, 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 u Good Food Fast with a Cram Crew 6-8:30 a Cram Crew 6-8:30 a Cram Crew 6-8:30 a Cram Crew 6-8:30 Chair Yoga 12:30 pm Dave Clark 2 pm Dr.Moy's Cold Weather Knit Pickers 7 pm Shipwreck Tales of O Action Comics Auto Detailing 3 pm Medical Emergencies Chicago 6:30 pm 7pm 7pm r 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 o Storytime:Toddling o Storytime: Baby Computer Class: sap Cram Crew 6-8:._ o Saturday Storytime Twos 10 am Tales(6-23 mos) 10 am Internet Basics for K-2 @ 11 am Computer Class: O Storytime:Grades 3 pm O Action Comics Computer Basics K-2 4:30 pm O Storytime:Terrific 6:30 pm Planning&Paying for 3 m 3&4s 4:30 pm College 3:30 pm Pm Cram Crew 6-8:30 a Cram Crew 6-8:30 Knit Pickers 7 pm ass Cram Crew 6-8:30 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 2 o Kick Up Your Heels o Storytime:Toddling o Storytime: Baby Movie Matinee- Water as Cram Crew 6-8:30 o Saturday Storytime with Hip Hop Twos 10 am Tales(6-23 mos) 10 am for Elephants 2 pm for K-2 @ 11 am 2 pm ages 4-70 Class: o Storytime:Grades o Action Comics 3 pm-ages 8&up Intro to Gmail K-2 4:30 pm o Storytime:Terrific 6:30 pm 0 3 pm Imp Cram Crew 6-8:30 3&4s 4:30 pm as Cram Crew 6-8:30 Knit Pickers 7 pm air Cram Crew 6-8:30 29 30 31 Adult programs Roots of Americana o Storytime:Toddling o Storytime: Baby O Children's with Steve Justman Twos 10 am Tales(6-23 mos) 10 am a Young Adults 2 pm All ages in black Computer Class: o Storytime:Grades Internet Searching K-2 4:30 pm 3 pm Gab Cram Crew 6-8:30 2 4.4 Cram Crew 6-8:30 Knit Pickers 7 pm