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Home My WebLink About2019-01 Library Beacon 600 Oak Brook Road - Oak Brook, Illinois 60523 630-368-7700 - www.oak-brook.org/library Volume 17, Issue 1 January 2019 J A N U A R Y Library Hours 9:30 am - 9 pm Monday-Thursday 9:30 am - 5 pm Friday-Saturday 1:00 pm - 5 pm Sunday Check calendar for holiday hours. 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. Vagabonding Around the World Tuesday, January 8 @ 7 pm Brian Michalski works to educate and inspire budding global nomads to serve others and explore new places. He achieves this mission by teaching vagabonds of various ages and backgrounds what he has learned from his extensive travel experiences and how travelers can learn from his successes and mistakes along the way. Sponsored by Friends of the Library Jazz Concert with Petra van Nuis Sunday, January 13 @ 2 pm The pairing of jazz vocalist Petra van Nuis and guitarist Andy Brown is one of those rare combinations where all the parts seem to fit. Recent performance highlights include the Chautauqua Jazz Party, the Chicago Jazz Festival, the Cleveland Classic Jazz Party, the Roswell Jazz Festival and several European tours. Petra and Andy continue to spread their swinging sounds to music lovers far and wide. Sponsored by Friends of the Library Stock & Bond Investing Wednesday, January 16 @ 10 am A one-hour course in the basics of stocks and bonds for the student who wants to self-direct their investments. No previous investing experience is required and all ages of students are encouraged to attend. The instructor is a recent retiree with 42 years of experience in self-directed stock investing. Understanding Alzheimer’s 101: A Closer Look at Dementia Wednesday, January 23 @ 10 am Natalie McFarland, RN, BSN, Dementia Educator will explain how to understand memory loss and the warning signs of Alzheimer’s. Learn myths and facts about Alzheimer’s and available treatment options. The presenter will offer free “Memory Care Screening” appointments to those interested in following up with them at a later time. Curry Two Ways: Cooking Demonstration Saturday, January 26 @ 10 am Are you afraid to try Indian food because you don’t like curry? Indrani Hausner from Monbool will show you how not all curries are the same and there is more to curry than you may think. She will demonstrate how to make Chickpea Tikka Masala and Cauliflower Korma. Tastings will be provided. 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. Movie Matinees Wednesday, January 2 @ 1 pm Bells Are Ringing (1960) Wednesday, January 30 @ 1 pm Crazy Rich Asians Need Computer Help? Schedule a private session. 630-368-7725 RBdigital Magazines We are now offering three new digital magazines. Cook’s Illustrated, HGTV Magazine and Star Magazine have been added to our lineup, making a total of 29 magazines! To create a free account, go to www.rbdigital.com/oakbrookil and select the magazine you want to check out. Then click on create new account to enter your information. Questions? Stop by or call the Reference Desk. 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 Balogh, Mary Someone to Trust Bunn, T. Davis Moondust Lake Foster, Lori Driven to Distraction Griffin, W. E. B. The Enemy of My Enemy Hulse, Caroline The Adults King, Laurie For the Sake of the Game Klassen, Julie The Bride of Ivy Green Macomber, Debbie Western Hearts Potenza, Carol Hearts of the Missing Poyer, David Deep War Reilly, Matthew The Three Secret Cities Robertson, Michael A Baker Street Wedding Shaw, M. B. Murder at the Mill Thompson, Victoria City of Secrets White, Elle Katharine Dragonshadow Nonfiction Carlson, Tucker Ship of Fools Carter, Stephen L. Invisible Coleman, Eliot The New Organic Grower Dewdney, Christopher 18 Miles Diangelo, Robin White Fragility Eisen, Norman The Last Palace Emre, Merve The Personality Brokers Greenspan, Dorie Everyday Dorie Kerry, John Every Day Is Extra Pullman, Philip Daemon Voices Sides, Hampton On Desperate Ground Singer, P. W. Likewar Smith, Myquillyn Cozy Minimalist Home U. S. News & World Report Best Colleges 2019 William, Anthony Medical Medium Liver Rescue DVDs Billy Graham – An Extraordinary Journey Crazy Rich Asians The Little Stranger McQueen The Meg Sharp Objects Music Laura Veirs The Lookout MGMT Little Dark Age Passenger Runaway Steve Reich Pulse / Quartet Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber Jesus Christ Superstar, Live in Concert Holiday Lights Recycling Through January 11 As you go through those strings of lights, you are bound to find some that don't work anymore. You can again recycle those lights 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. Friends of the Library News The Friends are still in need of books for their Used Book Sale. All donations can be dropped off at the Circulation Desk. Save the dates: April 11, 12, 13 - Used Book Sale May 5 - Evergreen Concert: Steve Jacobs Quartet October 20 - Evergreen Concert: Black Oak Ensemble Books & Bites Book Discussion Monday, January 21 @ 4:30 pm Al Capone Does My Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko 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. Winter Reading Program When the winter chill sets in, There’s Snow Better Time to Read! The reading program runs from December 20 and continues through March 1. We welcome and offer incentives to little ones who enjoy a good picture book, our emerging readers, as well as those who are proficient readers as they progress through the program. Sign up ASAP to take part in our celebration of reading! Saturday Morning Chess Club Saturdays, January 5, 12, 19 & 26 @ 10 - 11:30 am It is a club, not a team, so players are welcome to join us to improve their game & play! Grades K-12. Registration required. Lego® League Monday, January 28 @ 6 pm Join us for a creative hour of building, teamwork and STEM skills. Legos are provided. Ages 5 & up. Registration required. DIY Tiny Tacos for Teens Saturday, January 26 @ 1 pm We will be using polymer clay to create miniature tacos that look real! Registration required. Grades 6 & up. January Storytimes Registration is required for all storytimes. Grades K-2 Storytime/Art Tuesdays, Jan. 15, 22 & 29 @ 4:30 pm Are you nuts about books and art? Then join us for this wonderful storytime. We will read a story and then do an art project inspired by the book. Family Storytime Weds., Jan. 16, 23 & 30 @ 10:30 All ages are welcome to wiggle and giggle while they interact with books, activities, music and crafts. Toddling 2s & 3s Thursdays, Jan. 17, 24 & 31 @ 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 Thursdays, Jan. 17, 24 & 31 @ 4:30 pm Preschoolers attend this program independently. They will wiggle and giggle while they interact with books, activities, games, music and crafts. Bumble Bee Yoga Two different age groups at two different times! Ages 3 - 5 on Tuesdays, January 15, 22 & 29 @ 10:30 - 11 am Grades 1 - 3 on Wednesdays, January 16, 23 & 30 @ 4:15 - 5 pm This fun introduction to yoga will teach basic poses, and stories and games will be included to enhance the experience. Children will also learn calming techniques and increase their strength and flexibility! Yoga mats will be provided. Parents will need to sign a waiver at the start of the class. Registration required. Space is limited! Ferro Academy: Children’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Saturday, January 19 @ 10 am Professor Anthony Ferro has been in martial arts for 16 years. Come join him and learn about different jiu-jitsu moves! Ages 4 & up. Registration required. Maker Madness: Spring Flower Sticker Dot Art Saturday, January 12 @ 1 pm Chase away the winter blahs with these bright and cheery creations! Space is limited. Grades K & up. Registration required. Teen Community Service Opportunities Looking for volunteer hours for applications? Sign up to assist with programs in November. Call Youth Services for registration and for questions about each program or event. Registration required. Grades 6 & up. Date Time Assisting with... Sat. 1/12 1-3 pm Flower Dot Art Tues. 1/15 4-6 pm Storytime Art Thurs. 1/17 4-6 pm Storytime 3’s, 4’s, & 5’s Tues. 1/22 4-6 pm Storytime Art Thurs. 1/24 4-6 pm Storytime 3’s, 4’s, & 5’s Tues. 1/29 4-6 pm Storytime Art Thurs. 1/31 4-6 pm Storytime 3’s, 4’s, & 5’s SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Adult programs ☺Children’s  Young Adults All ages in black 1 LIBRARY CLOSED 2 ☺ Chess Club Tournament 10 am Movie Matinee: Bells Are Ringing 1 pm 3 Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Movie with a Craft 1 pm 4 Current Events 9:30 am ☺ Bingo 3 pm 5 ☺ Chess Club 10 am 6 7 8 Vagabonding Around the World 7 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 9 10 Double Pinochle 1 pm 11 Current Events 9:30 am 12 ☺ Chess Club 10 am ☺ Maker Madness 1 pm 13 Jazz Concert with Petra van Nuis 2 pm 14 15 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga Ages 3-5 10:30 am ☺ K-2 Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 16 Stock & Bond Investing 10 am ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga Grades 1-3 4:15 pm 17 ☺ Toddling Storytime 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific Storytime 4:30 18 Current Events 9:30 am 19 ☺ Chess Club 10 am ☺ Children’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 10 am 20 21 ☺ Books & Bites Book Discussion 4:30 pm 22 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga Ages 3-5 10:30 am ☺ K-2 Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 23 Understanding Alzheimer’s 10 am ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga Grades 1-3 4:15 pm 24 ☺ Toddling Storytime 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific Storytime 4:30 25 Current Events 9:30 am 26 ☺ Chess Club 10 am Curry Two Ways 10 am  DIY Tiny Tacos 1 pm 27 28 ☺ Lego League 6 pm 29 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga Ages 3-5 10:30 am ☺ K-2 Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 30 ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am Movie Matinee: Crazy Rich Asians 1 pm ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga Grades 1-3 4:15 pm 31 ☺ Toddling Storytime 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific Storytime 4:30