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Home My WebLink About2016-01 Library Beacon 600 Oak Brook Road - Oak Brook, Illinois 60523 630-368-7700 - www.oak-brook.org/library Volume 14, Issue 1 January 2016 Library Hours 9:30 am - 9 pm Monday-Thursday 9:30 am - 5 pm Friday-Saturday 1:00 pm - 5 pm Sunday* *closed Sundays between Memorial and Labor Day Closed on January 1 Department Numbers Circulation 630-368-7702 Reference 630-368-7725 Youth Services 630-368-7733 Library Commission Roberta Petz, Chairperson Anthony DiCanio Susan Epstein Jeffry Franklin Andrea Holt Veena Mendiratta Hope Sabbagha Commission Meetings Tuesdays @ 7 pm January 19 July 19 March 15 September 20 May 17 November 15 Follow us online www.oak-brook.org/library twitter @oakbrooklibrary Facebook youth services blog: oakbrookpubliclibraryblog.blogspot.com staff picks blog: oakbrooklibrarypicks.wordpress.com Adult Programs Registration is required for all programs. Please call 630-368-7725. Capital Dames: The Civil War and the Women of Washington Saturday, January 9 @ 2 pm Jenny Riddle's latest book review will captivate you as she presents some of the women in Cokie Roberts' best seller, CAPITAL DAMES: The Civil War and the Women of Washington, 1848-1868. You don't want to miss learning how these women and others in Roberts' book reacted to the war, influenced the war, and moved women farther along the road to enlightenment and equality. Sponsored by the Friends. I’m Turning 65 Now What? Thursday, January 14 @ 5 pm Have questions about turning 65? Already 65 and still need some answers? Dee Thom, a Healthcare.gov consultant, will be discussing Medicare, COBRA, and other retirement plans and issues. Please come with your questions! Education Funding: Smart Planning Thursday, January 21 @ 2 pm Many people feel intimidated by the cost of a college education, but there are great funding options available to help make it easier to plan for education expenses. This seminar will discuss the benefits of a 529 plan, Coverdell savings, and other funding options. College of DuPage: New Programs Thursday, January 28 @ 5-7 pm Drop by the Library lobby between 5 and 7 pm to learn about all the new programs available at College of DuPage. College representatives will be available to answer any questions. Recurring Programs Knit Pickers - Tuesdays @ 7 pm The Knit Pickers gather and work on their projects together. All levels of knitters are welcome. Current Events - Fridays @ 9:30 am Join our Current Events Group for lively discussions of all things newsworthy. Sahaja Yoga Meditation - Saturday, Jan. 9 @ 10 am Sahaja is a unique method of meditation based on an experience called Self Realization. Movie Matinee Wed., January 27 @ 1 pm Everest Several groups of professional climbers successfully scale Mount Everest only to be faced with tragedy when a monster storm surprises them as they attempt to make their descent. PG-13 121 mins J A N U A R Y January Storytimes Registration is required for all storytimes. Toddling 2s & 3s Thursdays @ 10:30 am - Jan. 14, 21 & 28 Your two or three year old will surely enjoy this interactive storytime that includes marvelous books, flannel boards, music, and a simple craft. Children must be age 2 by January 1, 2016. Parents must accompany their child at this program. Fantastic 4s & 5s Tuesdays @ 4:30 pm - Jan. 12, 19 & 26 We will wiggle and giggle in this fun-filled storytime. Activities, crafts, music, and lively stories strengthen early reading skills. Children must be age 4 by January 1, 2016. Storytime Art - Grades K-2 Wednesdays @ 4:30 pm - Jan. 13, 20 & 27 Are you nuts about books and art? Then join us for this creative story time. We will read a story and then do an art project inspired by the book. Youth Book Discussion Thursday, January 28 @ 4:30 pm Greenglass House by Kate Milford Do you like reading a good book and then sharing it with others? Not only will we talk about the stories and characters, but we will also discover fun facts about each book as well as the authors. Snacks will be provided. See the Circulation Desk for a copy of the book a few weeks prior to each session. Recommended for grades 5 and up. Computer Classes Registration and Internet Privileges Required Thursday, January 7 @ 2 pm - Database Searching Need computer help? There are computer tutorials available. Traveling abroad? Check out our foreign newspapers to catch the latest news. There are guides to assist you with your finances, your purchases, book selections and much, much more. Thursday, January 14 @ 2-4 pm - Computer Help A one-on-one, 30 minute computer session, is being offered to patrons for answering basic computer-related questions from searching the Web to posting a resume online. Registration is required. Monday, January 18 @ 11 am - Intro to MS Word 2010 Participants will learn to open and shut down MS Word, use basic commands, change the “look” or format of the document, edit text, use spell check, and print. Monday, January 25 @ 11 am - Intro to MS Excel 2010 This class will introduce the Excel spreadsheet. Areas covered will be the everyday commands found on the Ribbon; create a new workbook, save workbooks, insert and delete column and rows and enter text and numbers. 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Sign up your newborn, infant, or toddler for our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program. This ongoing program will help build your child’s vocabulary, print awareness, early literacy skills and more as you read 1000 books before they start their first day of Kindergarten. Stop by the Youth Services desk today to sign up. Your child will get prizes along the way to celebrate as you read! Maker Madness: Make Your Own Soap Saturday, January 9 @ 1pm Ages 5 & Up Come be a part of this maker's workshop where you have the opportunity to make soap...all by yourself! We will be showing students in the class how to produce, color, and shape your very own bar soap. Each bar of soap will contain a special creature inside. Please join us for this for this unique workshop experience. Registration is required. Traveling World of Reptiles Saturday, January 23 @ 1 pm All Ages! Join us for an up-close, live, and extremely “hands-on” experience as you learn about reptiles and amphibians from around the world. Dave DiNaso provides an enjoyable experience for all ages! Registration is required. Sponsored by the Friends. Adult Winter Reading Club The Adult Services staff invites our patrons to take part in our Winter Reading Program: New Year, New Reads. When we welcome the new year, break the mold and challenge yourself to read not only more books, but different types of books. From fiction to nonfiction, romance to mystery, pick up an author, genre, or format that you've never read before from our collection. All who participate will receive a reading incentive and be entered into a drawing. Sponsored by the Friends. Youth Winter Reading Club Watch out! The winter forecast is predicting A Blizzard of Books! The reading program runs through March 5. We have prizes available to little ones who enjoy a good picture book, as well as those who are proficient readers. Sign up to take part in our celebration of reading! Sponsored by the Friends. Holiday Lights Recycling until January 8, 2016 As you take down your holiday lights, please remember that you have until January 8 to recycle them at the Library. Look for the bin in the staff parking lot (across from the book returns). Any holiday lights will be accepted by Elgin Recycling (www.elginrecycling.com). And since the box is outside, you can donate at any time that is convenient for you. Sampling of New and Upcoming Materials You can place your own “hold” on items checked out or on order through our website www.oak-brook.org/library or stop by the Reference Desk for assistance. Books Fiction Bannister, Jo Desperate Measures Boroson, M. H. The Girl With Ghost Eyes Cameron, Stella Out Comes the Evil Carmack, Amanda Murder at Whitehall Coyle, Cleo Dead to the Last Drop Cunningham, Michael A Wild Swan and Other Tales Delany, Vicki Rest Ye Murdered Gentlemen Duncan, Elizabeth J. Untimely Death: A Shakespeare in the Catskills Mystery Gay, Jason Little Victories Hamilton, Victoria Whit Colander Crime Harrison, Mette Ivie His Right Hand Kenyon, Sherrilyn Seize the Night Lloyd, Catherine Death Comes to Kurland Hall Perry, Thomas Forty Thieves Punke, Michael The Revenant Nonfiction Barron, Bryan The Best Skin of Your Life Starts Here Cuddy, Amy Presence Dorren, Gaston Lingo Ernst & Young LLP EY Tax Guide 2016 Fonseca, Christine Emotional Intensity in Gifted Students Goldman, Lee Too Much of a Good Thing Kaufman, Sarah L. The Art of Grace Levim, Adam Swiped Lucas, Edward Cyberphobia Maloney, Robert K. Vision Correction Surgery McGilligan, Patrick Young Orson Raden, Aja Stoned Remini, Leah Troublemaker Sethi, Simran Bread, Wine, Chocolate Strand, Ginger The Brothers Vonnegut DVDs American Ultra Ant-Man Hannibal - Season 3 He Named Me Malala Meet the Patels The Martian Learning To Drive Inside Einstein's Mind Infinitely Polar Bear Portlandia - Seasons 1-4 My Italian Secret: The Forgotten Heroes of the Holocaust Hamari Adhuri Kahani Grace of Monaco Music Duke Ellington The Conny Plank Session Elvis Costello Unfaithful Music Tori Amos Light Music Kariné Poghosyan Khachaturian Andrea Bocelli Cinema Not Sure what to Read, Watch or Listen to? Take a look at the Staff Picks Blog on the Library’s website. Each month members of the staff review items from the collection. A link to the blog is available on the Library’s website or you can access it directly at https://oakbrooklibrarypicks.wordpress.com/. A display of the items can also be found across from the Circulation Desk near the “New” items. Enjoy! Lego® League Thursday, January 14 @ 6:30 - 7:30 pm Ages 4 & up Help us kick off our new Lego Building Club. Each month we will let our creativity run wild and incorporate STEM skills into our builds. There will be Lego building books available to help spark ideas. Groups of 1-4 people. Registration is required. Introducing Automatic Renewals Starting in January, checked out items eligible for renewal will be renewed automatically two days before they are due. This will allow you to enjoy your items longer and avoid costly late fees. If you have signed up for email notification a courtesy notice will let you know what items were not renewed. Signing up for email notification is the best way to track your due dates. Remember it is still your responsibility to track your due dates and what items are eligible for renewal. For more information on Automatic Renewals or to sign up for email notification contact the Circulation Desk. SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Adult programs ☺Children’s  Young Adults All ages in black 1 LIBRARY CLOSED 2 3 4 5 Knit Pickers 7 pm 6  7 Computer Class: Database Searching 2 pm 8 Current Events 9:30 am 9 Sahaja Meditation 10 am ☺ Maker Madness 1 pm Capital Dames 2 pm 10 11 12 ☺ Fantastic 4s & 5s Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 13 ☺ Grades K-2 Storytime Art 4:30 pm  14 Computer Class: Computer Help 2 –4 pm ☺ Toddling 2s & 3s Storytime 10:30 am I’m Turning 65 Now What? 5 pm ☺ Lego League 6:30 pm 15 Current Events 9:30 am 16 17 18 Computer Class: Intro to MS Word 2010 11 am 19 ☺ Fantastic 4s & 5s Storytime 4:30 pm Library Commission Meeting 7 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 20 ☺ Grades K-2 Storytime Art 4:30 pm  21 ☺ Toddling 2s & 3s Storytime 10:30 am Education Funding 2 pm  22 Current Events 9:30 am 23 ☺ Traveling World of Reptiles 1 pm 24 31 25 Computer Class: Intro to MS Excel 2010 11 am 26 ☺ Fantastic 4s & 5s Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 27 Movie Matinee: Everest 1 pm ☺ Grades K-2 Storytime Art 4:30 pm 28 ☺ Toddling 2s & 3s Storytime 10:30 am  YS Book Disc Greenglass House 4:30 pm College of DuPage: New Programs 5-7 pm 29 Current Events 9:30 am 30