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Home My WebLink About2018-10 Library Beacon 600 Oak Brook Road - Oak Brook, Illinois 60523 630-368-7700 - www.oak-brook.org/library Volume 16, Issue 10 October 2018 O C T O B E R 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 Look for us online Adult Programs Registration is required for all programs; please visit our website or call 630-368-7725. Social Security, Medicare and Me, 2018 Thursday, October 4 @ 7 pm Dee Thom covers changes to 2018-2019 Social Security and Medicare Parts, A, B, C and D. Additional topics include time frames to apply and detailed information about your rights and options. Light refreshments will be served. Illinois Watercolor Society Meeting & Demonstration Featured artist: David Dallison Saturday, October 6, 2018 @ 10 am David has been painting detailed portraits of homes and landmarks for more than 25 years. Join us as he demonstrates his technical skill and artistry to create portraits that are correctly proportioned, finely detailed, and conveys the unique character of each home or business. Finding Purpose Past the Money Thursday, October 18 @ 7 pm Jim Flanagan returns to present another workshop which will focus on the purpose of life beyond living financially secure. How do we find happiness, security and peace in an unstable world? Find out the secrets of the people that live the longest, healthiest lives! The Haunted Page Sunday, October 28 @ 2 pm William Pack’s ghost story performance includes spine-tingling horror stories, true eerie history, and inexplicable supernatural occurrences. Audience participation creates a unique experience as the lights go out and you become part of the story. 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., Oct. 13 @ 10 am A unique method based on an experience called Self Realization. Meets monthly. Movie Matinees Wed., Oct. 3 @ 1 pm Wait Until Dark Wed., Oct. 31 @ 1 pm Book Club Need Computer Help? Schedule a private session. 630-368-7725 Great American Read Hurry! Time is running out. Place your vote in the Library for Oak Brook’s most-loved book. The Library is hosting its own version of The Great American Read. This national program sponsored by PBS features an 8-part series. "Fall Kick-off" (Premiered Tuesday, September 11) "Who Am I?" (Premiered Tuesday, September 18) "Heroes" (Premieres Tuesday, September 25) "Villains and Monsters" (Premieres Tuesday, October 2) “What We Do For Love” (Premieres Tuesday, October 9) “Other Worlds” (Premieres Tuesday, October 16) "Grand Finale" (Premieres Tuesday, October 23) *Aired episodes can be seen at pbs.org Your vote will help us determine OBPL’s most- loved novel. The Library will announce the winning title at the end of the month. All voters will be entered into a drawing for a prize; one for adults and one for ages under 18! 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 Andrews, Ilona Magic Triumphs Beart, Nicole You Were Always Mine Chariandy, David Brother Dare, Tessa The Governess Game Hill, Edwin Little Comfort Kingsbury, Karen When We Were Young Kwon, R. O. The Incendiaries Lauren, Christina Josh and Hazel’s Guide to Not Dating McGuire, Seanan Night and Silence Michaels, Fern A Season to Celebrate Redmond, Heather A Tale of Two Murders Solomons, Natasha House of Gold Spencer, Katherine A Christmas Secret Thomas, Sherry The Hollow of Fear VanLiere, Donna The Christmas Star Nonfiction Burns, Laurence D. Autonomy Collins, Max Allan Scarface and the Untouchable De Courcy, Anne The Husband Hunters Giridharadas, Anand Winners Take All Hedges, Chris America Hope, Bradley Billion Dollar Whale Kaplan, David A. The Most Dangerous Branch Kashner, Sam The Fabulous Bouvier Sisters MacIntyre, Ben The Spy and the Traitor Oldfield, William Inspector Oldfield and the Black Hand Society Rioux, Anne Boyd Meg, Jo, Beth, Amy Rowbottom, Allie Jell-o Girls Stanley, Jason How Fascism Works Williams, Paige The Dinosaur Artist Wilson, Rick Everything Trump Touches Dies DVDs Ant-Man and the Wasp Barry The Catcher was a Spy Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far on Foot Eighth Grade Fahrenheit 451 Hearts Beat Loud Manna Mia! Here We Go Again Mister Rogers: It’s You I Like Rise of the Superstorms Three Identical Strangers Music Angela Hewitt Beethoven Piano Sonatas Buddy Guy The Blues is Alive and Well Christina Aguilera Liberation Nine Inch Nails Bad Witch Ray Davies Our Country: Americana Act II Fall Evergreen Concert Sunday, October 21, at 3 pm The Gene Knific Trio, an adventurous group dedicated to original works and unique explorations of classical and modern genres, presentsThe Great American Songbook and More. Led by award-winning composer Gene Knific on piano, whose latest composition was performed at this summer’s Ravinia Festival, the Trio also includes Tom Knific on bass and Jon Deitemyer on drums. The Trio performs jazz classics as well as 20th century classical compositions. For more information about the Gene Knific Trio, please visit www.geneknific.com. The Evergreen Concert is free to the public, and reservations are not required. A drawing for a free CD will be held and refreshments will be served following the performance. Special Note: The Merling Trio was orginally scheduled to perform, but had to cancel. Books & Bites Book Discussion Monday, October 22 @ 4:30 pm The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman 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. Incredible Bats! Saturday, October 13 @ 2 pm Join Daniel and Sharon Peterson as they share their love of bats! Since 1996, they have been promoting bat education; teaching and inform- ing their audiences about the many benefits of this misunderstood and feared creature. Best of all, be able to get close to live African Straw-Colored Fruit Bats and Egyptian Fruit Bats! All Ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Saturday Morning Chess Club Saturdays, October 13, 20 & 27 @ 10 - 11:30 am This club is open to players who have an understanding of the game. This is not a team so players are welcome to join us to improve their game & play! Registration Required. Lego® League Monday, October 15 @ 6 pm Join us for a creative hour of building, teamwork, and STEM skills. Legos are provided. Ages 5 & up. Registration required. Teen Community Service Opportunities Looking for volunteer hours for applications? Sign up to assist with programs in October. Call Youth Services for registration and for questions about each program or event. Registration required. Grades 6 & up. Date Time Assisting with... Tuesday 10/2 4 - 6 pm Storytime Crafts Tuesday 10/9 4 - 6 pm Storytime Crafts Saturday 10/21 12:30 - 2:30 pm Pumpkin Painting Tuesday 10/16 4 - 6 pm Storytime Crafts Saturday 10/28 12:30 - 2:30 pm Halloween Party October Storytimes Registration is required for all storytimes Grades K-2 Storytime/Art Tuesdays, Oct. 2, 9 & 16 @ 4:30 pm Join us for some festive fall stories that will awaken our creative juices. Because Miss Brigitte believes that good books inspire us, a story-inspired art project will follow. Teen Volunteers needed for this program. Family Storytime Weds, Oct. 3, 10 & 17 @ 10:30 am All ages are welcome to wiggle and giggle while they interact with books, activities, music and crafts. Toddling 2s & 3s Thursdays, Oct. 4, 11 & 18 @ 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. Terrific 3s, 4s, & 5s Storytime Thursdays, Oct. 4, 11 & 18 @ 4:30 pm Preschoolers attend this program independently. They will wiggle and giggle while they interact with books, activities, games, music and crafts. Halloween Party Saturday, October 27 @ 1 - 2 pm Join us just before Halloween for a scary good time! Come dressed up in your best costume and get ready for spooky crafts, treats, and fun! Watch out for ghouls and ghosts as you enjoy some Trick-or-Treating around the Library! Registration required. 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! Teen Scene: DIY Tie-Dye Canvas Bag Saturday, October 6 @ 1 pm We will be using Sharpie markers and rubbing alcohol to create a tie-dye type affect on white canvas bags. Grades 6 & up. Registration required. SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Adult programs ☺Children’s  Young Adults All ages in black 1 2 ☺ K-2 Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 3 ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am Movie Matinee: Wait Until Dark 1 pm 4 ☺ Toddling Storytime 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific Storytime 4:30 Social Security, Medicare and Me 7 pm 5 Current Events 9:30 am 6 Illinois Watercolor Society Meeting and Demonstration 10 am  DIY Tie-Dye Canvas Bag 1 pm  7 8 9 ☺ K-2 Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 10 ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am 11 ☺ Toddling Storytime 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific Storytime 4:30 pm 12 Current Events 9:30 am 13 ☺ Chess Club 10 am Sahaja Meditation 10 am ☺ Incredible Bats! 2 pm 14 15 ☺ Lego League 6 pm 16 ☺ K-2 Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 17 ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am 18 ☺ Toddling Storytime 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific Storytime 4:30 Finding Purpose Past the Money 7 pm 19 Current Events 9:30 am 20 ☺ Chess Club 10 am ☺ Mini Pumpkin Painting 1 pm 21 Evergreen Concert 3 pm 22 ☺ Books & Bites 4:30 pm 23 Knit Pickers 7 pm 24 25 Double Pinochle 1 pm 26 Current Events 9:30 am 27 ☺ Chess Club 10 am ☺ Halloween Party 1 pm 28 The Haunted Page 2 pm 29 30 Knit Pickers 7 pm 31 Movie Matinee: Book Club 1 pm 