HomeMy WebLinkAboutVolume 13 - 1997 OAK BROOK LIBRARY ASSOCIATION BULLETIN
Volume 13, Issue 1 Spring, 1997
Thanks for Your Help . . . All Friends Welcome . . .
When I last wrote for this newsletter,our Board was in the It is with great pleasure that the Oak Brook Library
midst of a campaign to inform the people of Oak Brook Association announces that its name has been changed to
about their Library: how it was governed and the Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library, effective
financially supported; the present condition of the this spring. President Lucia Sutton notes that the name
building; and the need to build a larger and improved change is reflective of the changing role of this group at
facility. Our mission has been the support of the Library; this exciting time in our Library's history. Sutton adds,
last year our energies were spent working to pass the "When the Library Association was founded on December 7,
referendum of November 5th. We want to make our 1961,it was charged with the'establishment and maintenance
Library a community place for information, learning,and of a public library and reading room to be operated by a
recreation,something we can all be proud to use. group of interested citizens.' Some ten years later,this group
Others in Oak Brook joined us in this effort. At first we donated $10,000 to the Village of Oak Brook to be used
sought to find out whether registered voters would support for the purchase of reading materials and the hiring of staff
the Library; many friends took time to telephone and for a village library. Over the years, the Oak Brook
report back good news. The Oak Brook Civic Association Library Association has continued to provide monetary
sponsored a Town Meeting. The Oak Brook AAUW joined support and assistance to our Library in a myriad of ways."
with our Board in organizing a public forum. Some people
gave coffees,donating their homes and hospitality. Others As we look ahead to the beginning of a new era for our
put up lawn signs just before the referendum. Many,many Library, it seems only fitting that we select a name that is
people spoke up at public meetings and also indicative of the many changes that have taken place in the
informally to their friends and neighbors. We want to thank years since the Library Association's inception. The name
everyone who worked to make a difference in Oak Brook. Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library seems most
As you all know,on November 5th the referendum received a appropriate, and we encourage all Village residents to
majority vote by the citizens of Oak Brook. Since then the become a part of this wonderful community resource. For
Village Trustees have considered various alternative sites for further information on becoming a Friend,please call Lucia
the new Library and finally voted on January 28th to Sutton at 325-1588 or complete the form on the last page.
negotiate with the architect and build on the Sports Core site.
Any community project requires commitment and effort
by citizens, patience and understanding of the political
process, and an expectation of success. Now that the
public decision is made,we look forward to the next step.
Thank you all who worked,spoke up,and finally voted for ._ _�
a new Library in Oak Brook. Oak Brook Library Association
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Lucia L. Sutton Lucia Sutton,President
President Mary Ann Nunez,Vice President
Oak Brook Library Association Joseph Fullan,Treasurer
Barbara Benezra,Secretary
Alan Farnell Anthony Ingrisano
Reynold Gottlieb Roberta Petz
v,V0'0 `J Nancy Hayden Ardythe Tiesenga
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A Bestseller of a Book Sale . . . Ms. Rosenberg has
emerged as one of the
Last year, the Oak Brook Library Association sponsoredmost talented and multi-
its first Book Sale. This event met with rave reviews from faceted bass players in
the"book critics"(aka our customers)who took advantage our area today. She has
of this opportunity to stock up on some great books at played professionally ,
throughout the United
bargain basement prices! Thanks to the success of this g #', I
first foray into the world of bookselling, the Second States, Europe, Latin
Annual Book Sale is in the planning stages, according to America, Japan and
Mary Ann Nunez, Book Sale coordinator. She notes the Israel, performing with
ja7sale is scheduled for Friday, March 21st from 2:00 - 8:00 Kenny luminaries such as
p.m. and on Saturday, March 22nd from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 Foster
Barron, enk
Y� Foster and Stan Getz.
p.m. at the Oak Brook Bath and Tennis Club. Her stylistic range encompasses everything from traditional
We encourage residents to take advantage of this Big Band to experimental ensembles. Most recently,Ms.
Rosenberg has performed in a music video with the Vienna
marvelous opportunity to purchase fiction and non-fiction, Art Orchestra and appears on the"Orbert Davis Live with
hardbound and paperback books for all ages at truly Strings Attached"video. She has made her debut as a leader
bargain prices. All proceeds will be donated to the Library and composer on her compact disc "Waimea" on the
for the purchase of new materials. Lakeshore Jazz label and is currently working on her next
CD to be released soon.
Guidelines for donations are as follows: Please deliver
donations to the Oak Brook Library. The Library staff is Like Ms. Rosenberg, Willie :
unable to unload cars, so we ask that residents carry their Pickens is swell-known figure
. Donations should be delivered in the world of jazz. He has
donations into the building. performed as a pianist at the ` �;,
in boxes which are portable. Boxes cannot be returned. Chicago Jazz Festival; with ",
Donations are appreciated very much,however we ask that such notables as Wynton a
donated books be in good "gently used" condition. InMarsalis and Elvin Jones, ���� ,
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addition, we ask residents to refrain from donating Quincy Jones,Roberta Flack ' � .� a
textbooks or materials that are outdated. Lastly,donations and Minnie Ripperton as well as in concert with Sammy
of magazines or condensed books cannot be accepted. Your Davis,Jr.at Orchestra Hall. He currently serves in teaching
respect of these guidelines is appreciated. In the event you capacities with Ravinia and the Chicago Public School Jazz
have materials not appropriate for the Book Sale, please Mentor's program.He has also served as a Guest Artist for
contact the following agency: DuPage County Solid Waste the City of Chicago's Jazz Festival, the Chicago Public
Education Center at(630)752-4435. Library Cultural Center,and Chicago State University.
George Fludas,the third member of the trio, is one of the
As always, volunteers are needed to make this event the leading jazz drummers in Chicago. He has worked with
success it was last year. If you are available to assist in any musical greats like Von Freeman,Jodie Christian and Lin
manner,please contact the Library at 990-2222. In particular, Halliday and has played with Buddy Montgomery, Ira
we need strong backs for the packing and transport of Sullivan, Harold Mabern and Benny Green. Fludas has
unsold books after the sale. This would commence at 3:00 appeared at the Green Mill, the Jazz Showcase, the Bop
p.m. on Saturday,March 22nd. If you are able to assist in Shop and Pops for Champaign in Chicago;the Village Gate,
this capacity or know of anyone who might be able to help, Village Vanguard,Tavern on the Green and Bradley's Jazz
please call the Library. Club in New York and the Catalina Bar and Grill in
Hollywood. His jazz festival work has taken him to
Just Some Great Jazz . . . Montreal,Vail,Bern,Glasgow,Edinburgh,Brazil and Paris.
At our Evergreen Concert . . . It promises to be an afternoon to remember in the
company of some jazz greats. We guarantee that toes will
be tapping and the room will be humming by concert's
Jazz aficionados,take note! Our Evergreen Concert slated end. To reserve seating for the Evergreen Concert,call the
for Sunday,April 27th at 4:00 p.m. at the Oak Brook Bath Library at 990-2222. We look forward to seeing you there!
and Tennis Club has your names written all over it. It will
feature well-recognized figures in the world of Chicago ! aB Public Library
ja77,the Marlene Rosenberg Trio. Ms.Rosenberg describes 111 yak Brack 522
Oak Brook,IL 60522
the program as a tribute to traditional jazz with selections (630)990-2222
from Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Duke Library Hours
Ellington and Billy Strahorn. In addition, they plan to Monday-Thursday,10 am-9 pm
include some of the compositions of Thelonius Monk and Friday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm
Joe Henderson. Sunday(School Year Only)1 pm-5 pm
A New Look for Library Computers . . . This One's from the Heart . . .
The Library staff is excited about 1 =: The Oak Brook Library Association wishes to extend
the new computer system which we -: .;.! congratulations to the winners of the recent Valentine's Day
will implement in the next several 1 contest. Contest organizer Nancy Hayden notes that
weeks. The Dynix system will give - school-age residents were asked to submit their most
a whole new look to the on-line 'm creative and beautiful Valentines. Although all entries met
catalog and circulation services. with rave reviews from our panel of expert judges, the
The system is user-friendly! New menus prompt you following submissions were selected as our winners: First
through familiar search strategies(author,title,subject)as Place: BriannaMagill(age 5);Second Place: Kevin Madorin
well as new options such as checking your own library (age 14);and Third Place:Laura Salazar(age 8). The First
record using a PIN, creating and printing a bibliography Place winner received a $ 50 savings bond; Second and
of your search, placing your own holds and access to a Third Place finishers received boxes of oh-so-tasty
bulletin board containing community information. chocolates in recognition of the sweet sentiments expressed
Initiating the new system is the perfect time to make two on their notable Valentine's cards. We thank all residents
changes frequently requested by borrowers. "Regular" who submitted entries for their participation in the contest.
books will be loaned for three weeks with one three-week
renewal available if no one else is waiting. "New" books Making Headlines at the Library . . .
will continue to have a two-week loan period because of Library Director Ruth Martin notes that visitors to the
their higher demand. _- Library will be greeted with some friendly new faces in the
A two-day grace period will be a persons of Doris Chimack, Marilyn Hanson and Carol
instituted on a trial basis. A Furlan. She adds that Doris,the Library's new Circulation
d is not a loan '`._
grace period ' - Clerk, has worked at Elmhurst Hospital, S & H Citadel
extension, but an accommodation for someone who and Hills Bros. Coffee companies in receptionist,
cannot return materials on the due date because of special secretarial and word processor capacities. Doris and her
circumstances, such as illness or inclement weather. If a husband reside in Elmhurst and are the parents of three sons.
borrower returns a book one or two days late, no fine is
charged. However, if the item is returned three or more Carol Furlan brings experience in computer programming
days late,all fines including the days of grace are charged. to her new position as Technical Services Clerk. She was
most recently associated with the Association for Child
We hope to make a smooth transition to Dynix, but there Development. She holds a degree in mathematics from the
will be some "downtime" leading to the changeover. University of Illinois and resides in LaGrange Park with
Library staff will be happy to help you find materials and her husband and two daughters.
to try to keep the transition from disrupting service as much
as possible. We are confident that our Library users will Holding a Master's degree in Library Science from Rosary
appreciate the new possibilities! College, Marilyn Hanson is the new part-time Reference
Librarian. She is also a full-time media center director at
Ruth Martin Immaculate Conception High School in Elmhurst. She
Library Director resides in Western Springs.
We welcome Doris,Carol and Marilyn to the Library staff
Extra . . . Extra . . . Read All About It! and wish them much success and fulfillment in their work.
Youth Services Librarian Sue Madorin notes that Flowers,
Showers and Flings are the spring "things" for young
readers! Spring programs begin during the second week Left to right:
of April and run for a six-week period. We encourage Marilyn Hanson,
youngsters to join the fun with stories,crafts and activities Librarian; Carol
•celebrating the wonderful season that is Spring. Furlan,Technical
Services Clerk;
Spring Flowers-Preschoolers and Toddlers Doris Chimack,
Tuesdays,2:00-2:30 p.m. Circulation Clerk.
Spring Showers-Kindergartners,First&Second Graders ft,
Mondays,4:00-4:45 p.m.
Spring Flings-Third, Fourth&Fifth Graders Volunteer Opportunity: Would you like to be specially
Thursdays,4:00-4:45 p.m. trained in the new system and then spend a few hours in
Registration begins on March 10th. An Oak Brook the Library over the first month of Dynix helping others?
Library card is required for participation.Call the Resource Call the Library at 990-2222 to volunteer. You will be called
Desk at 990-2222 for further information. with training schedule options when dates are finalized.
Oak BrookLibrary Association Non-Profit Org.
P.O. Box 3131 U.S. Postage
Oak Brook,Illinois 60522-3131
PAID
Permit No.371
Oak Brook, IL
A Calendar of Events . . .
March 10 Youth Services Spring Program Registration Begins
Call 990-2222 for further information
Used Book Sale
March 21,22 Friday,2:00- 8:00 pm, Saturday, 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Oak Brook Bath&Tennis Club
April 14, 15, 17 Youth Services Spring Programs
Begin at the Library
April 27 4:00 pm,Oak Brook Bath&Tennis Club
Evergreen Concert: Marlene Rosenberg Trio
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Oak Brook Library Association
June 1 - May 31
Please enroll us as members of the Oak Brook Library Association
❑ Mr. & Mrs. El Mr. ❑ Mrs. ❑ Ms. ❑ Dr. ❑ Corp. ❑
Name
Address
Telephone
Membership Categories
Cl Individual $15 ❑ Corporate $100
❑ Family $25 ❑ Other $—
❑ Patron $50
Please make check payable to: Oak Brook Library Association
P.O. Box 3131 • Oak Brook, IL 60522-3131
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11111 FRIENDS OF THE OAK BROOK PUBLIC LIBRARY B U LLETI N
Volume 13, Issue 2 Summer, 1997
From the Friends of the New Library Construction Update ...
Oak Brook Public Library ...
Last November, Oak Brook
This June we begin a new membership year. Soon, you voters expressed their support of
will be receiving a membership letter asking for your the construction of a new library
support as we all strive to make the Oak Brook Public on the Sports Core site. Since I • Ile
Library the best it can be. But this time the letter will have that time, many residents have
a new letterhead—that of the Friends of the Oak Brook inquired about the status of the
Public Library. library and have asked why
construction has not yet begun.
The Board of the Oak Brook Library Association has Oak Brook resident, Constantine P. Xinos, has filed a
changed its name to clarify its nature and purpose. In the lawsuit to prevent the construction of a library building on
past,we occasionally have been mistaken as the Library's the property designated by the Trustees.This legal matter
governing board; we are not. We do not make decisions must be resolved before the groundbreaking for a new
about how the Library is funded or operated. Those are facility can take place.
functions of the Trustees of the Village who act as the
"board" of the Library. Village Trustees are attempting to be fiscally responsible
The Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library is a non-profit by using property already owned by the Village rather than
spending more money to acquire new land for the building.
organization independent of the Village. Its members are
private citizens who want to help the Library but have no The Trustees remain confident that the site they have
official connection to the Village or to the Library itself. selected and which was specified in the Advisory
Many of us have experienced a "Friends of the Library" Referendum in November is the best location possible for
organization in other communities and "Friends" strikes the new library building.
us as a more descriptive and meaningful term than
"Association". We hope you will agree that this name The first court date is scheduled for July. Village officials
change is in order and continue to support the Library this will keep the community posted as developments occur.
year as you have in the past. Future issues of The Bulletin will keep residents apprised
of the status of this important matter.
This Friends organization has a board of 12 members who
meet the first Tuesday of every other month from January
through November. They plan for such projects as the
special display case in the Library,the Evergreen Concerts
each spring and fall, cultural performances for children Friends of the
and support for the Library's reading programs for children. Oak Brook Public Library
As a member,you are welcome to attend Board meetings. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Members participated this last year in the informational Lucia Sutton,nezViPrcsiPres
Mary Ann Nunez,Vice President
campaign to pass a referendum for a new library building. Joseph Fullan,Treasurer
And, in March many of you helped with the Book Sale. Barbara Benezra,Secretary
We thank all who worked on these projects for their interest
and efforts. Alan Farnell Roberta Petz
Reynold Gottlieb Ardytle Tieser►ga
Nancy Hayden Margaret Tresley
Lucia Sutton Anthony Ingrisano Howard Trier
President
From the Library Director ... Welcome Aboard ...
The Library's new automation system is up and running. George Caleel,recently-elected
The Library staff invites all residents to drop in and search member to the Village Board,
the new catalog. Throughout the month of June,volunteers has assumed the responsibility
from the community will be at the Library at various times of Library Liaison for the
to introduce residents to the new look and operations. This Trustees. In this capacity, Dr.
system offers a three-week loan on most books;new books Caleel will oversee the workings
continue to have a two-week loan period. Videos, a new of the Library to insure that it
and growing collection,have a four-day loan period and a meets the needs of residents and
$1.00 fee.
fulfills its responsibilities to the
community it serves. It is a
The Library is experimenting with a two-day grace period. great pleasure to welcome Dr.
It should be noted that this is not a loan extension. Rather, Caleel not only to the Village Board but to the Library, as
it is a waiver of fines if the book is returned within two well. We look forward to his tenure with great anticipation!
days of the due date. If the book is returned three or more
days after the due date,all fines,including the grace period,
are assessed. There is no grace period on new books or
videos. Thanks for a Job Well Done ...
Other features in the catalog include the ability to check For the past four years,Village Trustee Gerald McInerney
your own record to determine what books and other has served as the Village Trustee Library Liaison. In that
materials you have checked out and what titles you have capacity,he has shown unwavering support to the Library
"on hold". A Community Bulletin Board will be available
soon which will post information about Library programs and this community. His commitment and dedication to
and other community events. his responsibilities were laudable and we commend him
for a truly outstanding effort. Mr. McInerney will now
Information is available at the Library on how you can serve as Finance and Hotel Liaison on the recently-installed
dial in to the Library's catalog from home. Residents are Village Board of Trustees. We wish him much success in
encouraged to stop in and take a look. his new assignment.
Ruth Martin
Library Director
Great Reviews For Our Book Sale ...
The Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library wish to extend
sincere thanks to Mary Ann Nunez, Board Member, for
her efforts in sorting and coordinating materials for the
recent book sale. In addition,the work of Marilyn Hanson,
Part-Time Reference Librarian, should be acknowledged.
Oak Brook Public Library
It was she who accepted and coordinated donations at the 1112 Oak Brook Road
Library. The event was a great success, thanks to their Oak Brook,IL 60523
combined efforts. In addition, we thank those in the (630)990-2222
community who contributed books from their personal Library'lours
collections for the Sale. Monday-Thursdayy,, 10 10 am-9 pm
Friday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm
Sunday(School Year Only)1 pm-j5 pm
From the Critic's Corner ... Calling All Teens ...
The sweet sounds of some truly great jazz could be heard A Teen Volunteers program at the Library offers teens the
floating from the Oak Brook Bath and Tennis Club on April opportunity to help at the Library in various capacities
27th! That was the day when the Friends of the Oak Brook during their free time. Often, this program serves as an
Public Library's Spring Evergreen Concert took place. This avenue to fulfill the hours needed for community service
season's event featured the Marlene Rosenberg Trio. Ms. projects for a local school or a church group. The Library
Rosenberg is a well-known bass player and she was joined needs assistance in the following ways:
by the legendary Willie Pickens on piano and Tony Pinciotti
on drums. * Shelf reading
* Straightening of books
There were over 150 residents in attendance at the concert • Designing and making bulletin board displays or
who enjoyed an afternoon devoted to the enjoyment of free standing displays
some great renditions of the works of George Gershwin, • 'Typing bibliographies and:ifc rrnational'signs
Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, Duke Ellington and Billy • putting periodicals in order
Strahorn. • Preparing materials to be used in children.'s
programs
The Fall Evergreen Concert is slated for October 19, 1997 • Reshelving of materials
at 4:00 p.m.at the Oak Brook Bath and Tennis Club. Watch Filing
for further details in the next issue of The Bulletin. * Alphabetizing catalogs and other materials
• Assisting librarians with mverttory or weeding
• Preliminary processing of materials
Summer Reading Programs ... ' Materials mending
It's time to get in the swing—. By volunteering one's time, teens will gain valuable
the swing, that is, of the Oak _ knowledge of library collections as well as a facility with
Brook Library's summer reading ` information tools. In addition, they will learn skills that
programs entitled "Get in the strengthen academic performance. However,probably the
Game." Youth Services greatest advantage to be derived from this effort is learning
Librarian Sue Madorin notes how to give back to the community in which one lives.
that the Library will offer 4 > Teens are encouraged to donate a few hours of their time
Teatime Tales on Mondays from to the library on a regular basis. Please call 990-2222 for
3:00 - 3:30 p.m. from June 23 - July 21 for toddlers, further information.
preschoolers and kindergartners. Programs will be held
outside the Library on the lawn.Participants are encouraged
to bring that favorite blanket and a snack. For 1st through The Friends of the Oak Brook Public
3rd graders, its Bug Buddies on Tuesdays from 3:00 - LibraryWANT YOU!
3:45 p.m.from June 24-July 22. And,for those 3rd-6th
graders with an eye to the sky,
y � we suggest "Astronomical
Remember, our name may have changed, but our goals
on Wednesdays
and purpose remain the same—to support our wonderful
Activities"
^ via community resource — the Oak Brook Public Library!
from 3:00-3:45 p.m.from June
25th-July 23rd. As always,the programs promise to be an Please note that this issue of The Bulletin contains a form
enlightening, inspiring addition to a summer full of fun for for the membership year commencing June 1,1997-May
our kids. Call the Library at 990-2222 for further information. 31, 1998. We ask that you take a moment to complete it
and return it to the Library. If you have questions pertaining
to the "Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library," contact
Join the Friends of the Oak Brook Public Lucia Sutton at 325-1588.
Library today! See the back of this
newsletter for a membership form.
1. Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library Non Profit Org.
P.O. Box 3131 U.S. Postage
Oak Brook,Illinois 60522-3131 �.(V PAID
V Permit No.371
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A Calendar of Events . . .
June 23 -July 21 3:00 - 3:30 p.m. -Teatime Tales
(Mondays) fer toddlers,preschoolers and kindergartners
June 24 - July 22 3:00 3:45 p.m. Bug Buddies
(Tuesdays) for 1st through 3rd graders
June 25 - July 23 3:00 - 3:45 p.m. -Astronomical Activities
Wednesdays for 3rd through 6th graders
October 19 4:00 p.m. -Fall Evergreen Concert
MKS....,*rodteigeitat Oak Brook Bath&Tennis Club
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Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library
June 1, 1997 - May 31, 1998
Please enroll us as members of the Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library
❑ Mr. & Mrs. ❑ Mr. ❑ Mrs. ❑ Ms. ❑ Dr. El Corp. ❑
Name
Address
Telephone
Membership Categories
❑ Individual $15 ❑ Corporate $100
❑ Family $25 ❑ Other $
❑ Patron $50
Please make check payable to: Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library
P.O. Box 3131 • Oak Brook, IL 60522-3131
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11111 FRIENDS OF THE OAK BROOK PUBLIC LIBRARY BULLETIN
Volume 13, Issue 3 Fall, 1997
From the Friends of the New Library Construction Update . . .
Oak Brook Public Library ...
As our regular readers know,
A year ago we were, as an OBLA board and also as the construction on the new library
community of Oak Brook,very much involved in making is delayed pending the resolution
a decision about a new library in the village. The decision of litigation brought forth by
made,this fall we await a legal decision about the location Oak Brook resident Constantine
of the new library. P. Xinos. The suit, which was ;:
filed by Xinos on March 17th,
It would seem that not much is happening,but the library seeks to prevent the Village from
continues to develop. New books are being purchased and building the library on the Sports Core site. As you know,
put on the shelves, and services are increasing - note the the residents of the Village passed an Advisory Referendum
new computer system. There is ongoing commitment to regarding the construction of a new library when they went
the people living here and eventually to the excitement to the polls last November. On September 24th, oral
and serious work of a new building. arguments regarding this case were scheduled in the
DuPage County Courthouse. Due to printing deadlines,
Meanwhile,be aware of what's coming up this fall. There we were unable to provide an update regarding the outcome
is a special program for children,with a puppet workshop of those arguments. Future issues of The Bulletin will
and story telling and Halloween ghost stories. For adults, keep you apprised of the status of this matter.
Lee Gibbs will offer a slide and talk show in conjunction
with the Renoir exhibit at the Art Institute of Chicago.
The Evergreen Concert, also in October, will feature an
outstanding young pianist and violinist. These are special Evergreen Concert
opportunities in our community-please put them on your to Be Held October 19th . . .
calendar.
The Library's Fall Evergreen
On the evening of November 4th,Election Day,the Friends Concert,which is sponsored by
of the Oak Brook Public Library will hold its annual the Friends of the OBPL, is
meeting at the Park District Family Recreation Center. You scheduled for Sunday,October ,
are welcome to come and offer your comments and ask 19th at 4:00 p.m. at the Oak
questions. Brook Bath & Tennis
Clubhouse. The concert will
Lucia Sutton,President feature 15-year old pianist
Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library Kristin Figard. She was
recently chosen to perform in
the prestigious International
Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians which is
Oak l �l h 1Lib held every four years. A Steinway artist,Miss Figard has
NIESERMalliZiCiiikiBititikftadmigiESESEwon numerous local and national piano competitions. The
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liNgMdig*Pillitaarit$01NNIWINN of this remarkable young performer. Please call the Library
Fred Sato day,J O -5 at 990-2222 to reserve a seat. The concert is free and
Sunday ehool S eart nl?I 1 pu 'a refreshments will be served after the performance.
Be a Friend, Buy a Book . . . Programs Galore . . .
As a result of the great success of the annual Spring Book The signs of fall surround us-from the sight of the children
Sale, the Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library are boarding school buses to the changing colors of our leaves.
sponsoring an ongoing mini book sale. These bargains The Library, too, shows signs of the new season with its
are available every day the Library is open,and are located introduction of an exciting new schedule of fall programs.
on a cart in the lobby. The books are priced at$0.25 per
paperback and$0.50 per hardback. The Continuous Book On Tuesdays from 2:00 - 2:30 p.m., the Library offers
Sale provides an opportunity for those using the Library "Afternoon Delights" followed on Tuesday evenings by
regularly to get some great values on books. The Friends "Evening Delights" held from 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. These
will use the proceeds from the sale to purchase additional programs are open to children of all ages who have an Oak
materials and equipment for the Library. Brook Library card. Stories are tailored to the ages of
each session's audience. Specific programs include"Dino
ske,earike, Days"on October 7th with"Sizzle,Sizzle,Pop"on October
Oki* 14th. Program participants will be"On Top of Spaghetti"
on October 21st and beware of those "Things That Go
Bump in the Night" on October 28th. And, speaking of
things fearful,let's not forget"Fright Night"on Wednesday
night,October 29th from 7:00-8:00 p.m.in the Sam Dean
Board Room. Remember, this one's not for preschoolers
of the l"ri rid of the Oak Brook Public or the faint of heart!
Library today!, the back of this
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11th and 25th. This program is designed for third graders
Calling All Collectors . . . and up and is held from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Remember,space
is limited so we suggest you call early for registration. The
Nancy Hayden,a Friends Board Member and Display Case Library's number is 990-2222.
Coordinator, notes that she is looking for residents with Partnering with story times
collections that might be featured in the Library's display and other leisure activities is 111111110: „1111111:1111
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case. She adds that last month,the case featured the Graue the Oak Brook Library's
Mill Weavings Collection. This month, a beer stein "Homework Help". Back to INIENENE
collection will be showcased - courtesy of Friends Board schoolers of all ages benefit -----�--
Member (and beer stein collector) Tony Ingrisano. The from using the Library with
steins will be on display throughout the month of October its many resources which
in conjunction with Oktoberfest. Please call Nancy at include:
325-7014 if you have a collection which might be suitable L-Librarian
for the display case.
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Mary Ann Nunez,Vice Presl40i E-Encyclopedias
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HISMAliafarnammeg*Opprkwrompo not only provides a wealth of information but the service,
MENReynold Gottlieb luta Pete support and assistance to make that information accessible
NancyHay€3en ArdytheTiesenga i and available to all students.
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Notes from the Library Director . . . Welcome Aboard . . .
While waiting for a conclusion to litigation, your Library Two new employees have -77
staff continues to struggle with space and find new ways joined the ranks at our
to provide the collections that you,our"customers"request. Library. They are Penny
A frequent request is that the Library have a video Bohlen, a Youth Services
collection. With the new automation system, we added Library Technical Assistant
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video collection capabilities and have now started a small and Susan Esposito, a Part- `
and growing video collection. Time Secretary. Penny is a
professional story teller and
The scope of this collection is travelogues,how-to videos, she will bring the words of
classics, fine arts,consumer and children's videos. It is not your favorite books to life for _ 9
the Library's intent to stock current,popular feature films. Penny Bohlen(left)and
Purchasing these would use up the video budget very Library goers. In her new Susan Esposito
quickly and they are readily available from video stores. Position, Penny also will
assist with programming and project work. She holds a
The collection offers previews and tips for your next bachelor's degree from the University of Denver.
vacation or business trip as well as the opportunity to be
an"armchair traveler". Explore Africa,relax on the Riviera Susan will assist with vendor relations and other
or adventure in the South Pacific. Do you play golf,want administrative support. She has a bachelor's degree from
to learn sign language or enjoy birding? Check out your Northern Illinois University.
Library's videos. Enjoy a PBS or A&E series on your time
schedule. I Claudius and Jane Austen novels are among We welcome Penny and Susan to our community and wish
the most popular. Disney videos and other favorite them much success and fulfillment in their work to make
children's stories are available including Chitty Chitty Bang our library visits both enjoyable and productive.
Bang, The Light in the Forest and more.
To borrow,bring your Oak Brook Library card. There is a Annual Meeting Slated for November 4th . . .
one dollar fee and a four day loan period. The collection
is growing and changing. The Library staff urges you to The Annual Meeting of the Friends of the Oak Brook Public
stop in frequently for new selections. Library is scheduled for Tuesday, November 4th at 7:30
Ruth Martin, Library Director p.m. in the Park District's Family Recreation Center. At
that time, the group will hold its election of officers.
Everyone is invited to attend and we look forward to a
good showing from our many friends in the community.
About the Resource Desk . . . For further information,contact Lucia Sutton at 325-1588.
A center of activity at the Library is the Resource Desk on
the second floor. Readers seeking a good novel,business
people pursuing work-related information, children Join Us for a Revealing Look at Renoir . .
requesting homework assistance,hobbyists and seekers of The Oak Brook Library will sponsor a program entitled
general information - all keep the staff busy - and happy. "Revealing Renoir" on Thursday,October 16th from 7:30
Patti and Marilyn in Reference and User Services and Sue
- 9:00 p.m. in the Sam Dean Board Room of the Village
and Penny in Youth Services ably assist questioners. Hall. The speaker will be Lee Gibbs who will present a
To help them help you, the Library subscribes to the on- lecture and slide program on Renoir's portraits. Her
line services,Dialog,Dow Jones News Retrieval and the presentation will provide attendees with a better
Internet. These electronic services expand the Library's understanding of the life and works of this remarkable
resources greatly. They are used by librarians if a question artist. The program is most timely,in that the Art Institute
cannot be answered efficiently and accurately through print of Chicago exhibit"Renoir's Portraits: Impressions of an
sources. These services are available for librarian searching Age" will be on display from October 21st-January 4th.
only. They are used at the discretion of the librarians due Please call the Library for reservations at 990-2222.
to time and cost restraints.
Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library Non-Profit Org.
in P.O. Box 3131 U.S. Postage
Oak Brook,Illinois 60522-3131 PAID
Permit No.371
Oak Brook, IL
A Calendar of Events . . .
Tue, October 7 2:00-2:30 pm. &7:00-7:30 p.m. - "Dino Days" -Library
Sat, October 11 &25 1:00-3:00 pm. -Saturday Workshops-Puppetry-Library
Tue, October 14 2:00-2:30 p.m. &7:00-7:30 p.m. - "Sizzle, Sizzle,Pop" -Library
Thur, October 16 7:30 p.m. - "Revealing Renoir" with Lee Gibbs, Sam Dean Board Room
Sun, October 19 Evergreen Concert featuring Kristin Figard- Oak Brook Bath&Tennis Club
Tue, October 21 2:00-2:30 p.m. &7:00-7:30 p.m. - "On Top of Spaghetti" - Library
Tue,October 28 2:00-2:30 p.m. &7:00-7:30 p.m.. - "Things That Go Bump in the Night" -Library
Wed, October 29 7:00 p.m. - "Fright Night", Sam Dean Board Room
Tues,November 4 7:30 p.m. -Friends Annual Meeting,Family Recreation Center
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Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library
June 1, 1997 - May 31, 1998
Please enroll us as members of the Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library
❑ Mr. & Mrs. ❑ Mr. ❑ Mrs. ❑ Ms. ❑ Dr. ❑ Corp. ❑
Name
Address
Telephone
Membership Categories
❑ Individual $15 ❑ Corporate $100
❑ Family $25 ❑ Other $_
❑ Patron $50
Please make check payable to: Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library
P.O. Box 3131 • Oak Brook, IL 60522-3131
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