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Library Beacon
600 Oak Brook Road - Oak Brook, Illinois 60523
630-368-7700 - www.oak-brook.org/library
Volume 16, Issue 6 June 2018
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Library Hours
9:30 am - 9 pm Monday-Thursday
9:30 am - 5 pm Friday-Saturday
1:00 pm - 5 pm Sunday
Department Numbers
Circulation 630-368-7700
Reference 630-368-7725
Youth Services 630-368-7733
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Adult Programs
Registration is required for all programs; please call 630-368-7725.
Illinois Watercolor Society Meeting and Demonstration
Saturday, June 2, 2018 @ 10 am
Featured artist Eileen Mueller Neill has been illustrating and designing
for publishers and ad agencies over forty years. When not working on
commercial assignments, Eileen enjoys expressing her own ideas in
watercolor and other media. She has exhibited across the country,
winning several awards as well as admiration from young and old.
Giacomo Puccini: His Life and Opera
Saturday, June 9 @ 2 pm
Giacomo Puccini (1858-1924) was one of the greatest Italian romantic opera
and verismo style composers. Join us as Young Kim examines his life, and
features arias from his most renowned works, including La bohème, Tosca,
Madama Butterfly, and Turandot; all of which are among the important
repertories performed around the world.
Sentimental Journey Concert with Nora Drysch
Saturday, June 16, 2018 @ 2 pm
Vocalist Nora Drysch returns with an all-new lineup of beloved standards from
the 30s to the early 60s, showcasing various artists, tempos, and languages.
This one-hour excursion to the past includes more than a dozen memorable
numbers interspersed with musically-related trivia questions. Sponsored by
the Friends of the Library.
Her Hamilton: As Told by His Wife, Eliza
Saturday, June 23, 2018 @ 2 pm
Lynn Rymarz presents the story of one of the Founding Fathers of our nation
from his wife, Eliza’s point of view. She will tell of his early beginnings in the
West Indies, and the road that took him to America. Discover the role
Hamilton played in the Revolutionary War, and the part he played in the new
America. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Violin Concert: Daniel Ziesemer with Jacob Bernhardt
Saturday, June 30, 2018 @ 2 pm
In Honoring our nation's birthday Daniel, accompanied by Jacob on
piano, will present a program of well-loved favorites and forgotten gems
including Americana selections by Stephen Foster in arrangements by
legendary violinists Fritz Kreisler and Jascha Heifetz.
Recurring Programs
Knit Pickers -
Tuesdays @ 7 pm
Gather to work on projects.
All levels welcome.
Double Pinochle -
Thursdays @ 1 pm
Learn to play. Beginners
welcome.
Current Events -
Fridays @ 9:30 am
Join the group for lively
discussions of all things
newsworthy.
Sahaja Yoga Meditation -
Sat., June 9 @ 10 am
A unique method based on
an experience called Self
Realization. Meets monthly.
Movie Matinees
Wed., June 6
@ 1 pm
The Sting
(1973)
Wed., June
27 @ 1 pm
Molly’s Game
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Did you place a hold?
You will still receive an email alerting you
that your item is available for pickup.
However, you will no longer receive a
phone call from Library staff.
If you do not have an email on file, you will
receive a robo-call alerting your that your
item is available for pickup.
You can choose to receive text alerts
instead of emails or robo-calls. Stop by the
Circulation Desk to sign up.
Summer Reading -
Reading Takes You Everywhere
You are invited to participate in our 2018
Summer Reading Program. Reading Takes
You Everywhere begins June 4 and runs
through August 4 and is open to adults and
young adults ages 14 and older. Upon
completion of the reading log, you will be
entered into a raffle drawing by the Friends of the Library.
Library
Laughs
*All content
“borrowed”
from the
internet
Sampling of New and Upcoming Materials
You can place a 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
Black, Cara Murder on the Left Bank
Castillo, Linda A Gathering of Secrets
Doiron, Paul Stay Hidden
Goldberg, Lee True Fiction
Johansen, Iris Shattered Mirror
Macomber, Debbie Cottage by the Sea
Mallery, Susan When We Found Home
McCall Smith, Alexander The Quiet Side of Passion
Michaels, Fern Sweet Vengeance
Patterson, James Princess
Rosenfelt, David Rescued
Silva, Daniel The Other Woman
Tyler, Anne Clock Dance
Nonfiction
Barclay, Donald Fake News, Propaganda, and
Plain Old Lies
Bittman, Mark How to Grill Everything
Carter, Jimmy Faith
Dintersmith, Ted What School Could Be
Druckerman, Pamela There Are No Grown-ups
Hersh, Seymour Reporter
Munson, Richard Tesla
Palmieri, Jennifer Dear Madam President
Rice, Condoleezza Political Risk
Thomson, Helen Unthinkable
Toombs, Dan The Curry Guy
Tucker, Virginia Finding the Answers to Legal
Questions
Watson, Christie The Language of Kindness
Winchester, Simon The Perfectionists
DVDs
Black Panther
Tom Raider
Red Sparrow
Love, Simon
Music
The Breeders All Nerve
Greta Van Fleet From the Fires
Old Dominion Happy Endings
Vote for Most-Loved Novel!
The Library is hosting its own version of The Great American
Read. This national program sponsored by PBS, features an
8-part series and offers the opportunity to vote for America’s
most-loved novel from a list of 100 titles. (Checkout a title from
that list of 100 to enter on your summer reading log!) Your vote
will help us determine OBPL’s most-loved novel. In October,
the library will announce the winning title and all voters will be
entered into a drawing for a prize; one for adults and one for
ages under 18!
Puzzles, and more puzzles!
The puzzles in the Reference Department
are a huge hit! Thanks to everyone who
helped complete the 1000-piece Castle
puzzle. Our new challenge was kindly
donated to us by Patrice Macken, and is
titled “Peaks, Plateaus & Canyons of the
Grand Circle.” Stop by and have a go at
fitting a piece of our new 500-piece puzzle.
Dog Days of Summer - July 9-13
The Library is excited to present the Dog Days of Summer,
which will include a Pet Food for Fines program, a K-9
Demonstration with Oak Brook Police Officer Andrew Franczak
and Becks, a doggie ice cream social and more. Full details will
be announced soon.
We will also be hosting a Dog Beauty
Contest. If you are interested, submit
a photo of your pooch to -
obpldogdays@gmail.com. The photos
will be posted in the Library and voting
will take place during the week long event.
Books & Bites Book Discussion
Thursday, June 28 @ 4 pm
Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell by Chris Colfer
We meet each month to discuss a good book
while discovering fun facts about it and the
author. Snacks will be provided!
See the Circulation Desk for a copy of the
book a few weeks before each
session. Recommended for grades 4 & up.
Todd Downing Music Show:
Tall Tales & Silly Songs
Thursday, June 21 @ 10:30 am
Singer, songwriter and comedian, Todd
Downing has been entertaining and educating
kids for many years. With his guitar, puppets,
and unexpected quips, he keeps audiences
surprised and delighted. Ages 2-8. Registration is required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Improv Playhouse Theater Presents:
The Ugly Duckling
Wednesday, June 6 @ 7 pm
Welcome the Improv Playhouse as they
incorporate songs, humor and audience
participation while putting a new spin on a
classic story. All ages. Registration is required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
June Storytimes
Toddling 2s-3s
Thursdays, June 7 and 28 @ 10:30 am
This is a perfect program to introduce little ones
to the library. We’ll enjoy some good books,
sing songs, dance, do fingerplays, and more!
We’ll also make crafts which are related to the
theme of the day. A parent or caregiver must
stay with children during the program. *No
sessions on June 14, and 21.
Registration required.
Grades K-2 Storytime/Art
Mondays, June 11, 18, and 25 @ 4 pm
Join us for some summertime stories that will
awaken our creative juices. A story-inspired art
project will follow. Please dress for mess!
Registration required.
On My Own: Preschool Storytime Ages 3-5
Wednesdays, June 13, 20, and 27 @ 10:30 am
Preschoolers attend this program independently.
They will wiggle and giggle while they interact
with books, activities, games, music, and crafts.
Registration required.
Chess Club
Tuesdays, June 19 & 26 @ 6:30 - 8 pm
This club is open to players who already have
an understanding of the game. This is a club,
not a team so players are welcome to join us to
improve their game & play!
Registration Required.
Lego® League
Thursday, June 14 @ 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join us for a creative hour of building,
teamwork and STEM skills. Legos are
provided. Registration required.
Ages 5 & up. Other Programs
ACT Practice Test - June 4 @ 10 am
SAT Practice Test - June 13 @ 10 am
Books and Beads - June 19 @ 3 pm
Create Your Own Masterpiece - June 21 @ 6:30 pm
Monthly Maker Madness: Decorative Birdhouse -
June 23, @ 1 pm
Youth Bingo Fridays - June 29 @ 3 pm
Summer Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Check the Youth Brochure for all the details.
Tinkergarten
Friday, June 29 @ 10:30 am
What is Tinkergarten? Tinkergarten offers
outdoor, play-based education classes
where both kids and adults learn and grow
together in the best classroom of all -
nature! Please join Marina Krueger and
April Jelinek as they facilitate a special storytime session with
books, songs and a nature-based craft activity. Ages 18
months - 8 years. Registration required.
Aboriginal Dot Painting
Friday, June 22 @ 2 pm
This workshop will have the children
traveling to Australia and features
Aboriginal Dream Dot Art. Indigenous
tribal Australians believe the world
was dreamed into existence and
handed down their creation stories
through dot paintings. Young artists will dream their own
images onto black paper with a variety of painted dots.
Dress for mess! Ages 8-13. Registration is required. Space
is limited! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Summer Reading Club
June 4 - August 4, ages 3 and up
We provide children with the opportunity to
earn prizes for reading during the summer.
This year’s theme reminds us that books can
take us anywhere! Be sure to sign up, pick
up your reading log, and get started!
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Adult programs ☺Children’s Young Adults All ages in black 1 Current Events 9:30 am 2 IWS Meeting and Demonstration 10 am 3 LIBRARY CLOSED 4 Summer Reading Begins! ACT Practice Test 10 am 5 Knit Pickers 7 pm 6 Movie Matinee: The Sting 1 pm ☺ The Ugly Duckling 7 pm 7 ☺ Toddling 2s & 3s 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm 8 LIBRARY CLOSED - STAFF DAY 9 Sahaja Meditation 10 am Puccini: His Life and Opera 2 pm 10 LIBRARY CLOSED 11 ☺ K-2 Storytime 4 pm 12 Knit Pickers 7 pm 13 SAT Practice Test 10 am ☺ Preschool Storytime 10:30 am 14 Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Lego League 6:30 pm 15 Current Events 9:30 am 16 Sentimental Journey 2 pm 17 LIBRARY CLOSED 18 ☺ K-2 Storytime 4 pm 19 ☺ Books and Beads 3 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm ☺ Chess Club 6:30 pm 20 ☺ Preschool Storytime 10:30 am 21 ☺ Todd Downing Music Show 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Create Your Own Masterpiece 6:30 pm 22 Current Events 9:30 am ☺ Aboriginal Dot Painting 2 pm 23 ☺ Decorative Birdhouse 1 pm Her Hamilton 2 pm 24 LIBRARY CLOSED 25 ☺ K-2 Storytime 4 pm 26 Knit Pickers 7 pm ☺ Chess Club 6:30 pm 27 ☺ Preschool Storytime 10:30 am Movie Matinee: Molly’s Game 1 pm 28 ☺ Toddling 2s & 3s 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Books & Bites 4 pm 29 Current Events 9:30 am ☺ Tinkergarten 10:30 am ☺ Youth Bingo 3 pm 30 Violin Concert 2 pm