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Home My WebLink About2019-02 Library Beacon 600 Oak Brook Road - Oak Brook, Illinois 60523 630-368-7700 - www.oak-brook.org/library Volume 17, Issue 2 February 2019 F E B R 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 Library Closed on February 18 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. Lincoln as Storyteller Saturday, February 2 @ 2 pm Mr. Lincoln shares some of his favorite stories and jokes, and explains why he used these so often. You'll get a good dose of both the nation's history and Mr. Lincoln's personal history. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Japanese Internment Camps Tuesday, February 12, 2019 @ 7 pm After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, all Japanese Americans living on the West Coast were forced from their homes and into relocation camps in remote areas of the country. Historian and librarian Sarah Okner, a descendant of internees, shares photos and details of daily life in an internment camp, and the profound effects it had on those living there. Those Were the Days: Radio Players West Sunday, February 17 @ 2 pm Join us for an afternoon of old-time radio recreations. Radio Players West presents two skits: a fictional crime story that the audience tries to solve, and a comedy with Fibber's famous closet gag. A series of characters drop by and create humorous scenes and fun entertainment. Create a Healthy Lifestyle Through Meditation Tuesday, February 26 @ 7 pm Treat yourself to some special time to nourish your body, mind and spirit. Empower your life by learning a simple meditation technique that can be used daily for greater peace, energy and well-being. Join Renate Lanotte as you learn to incorporate this positive technique in your life. 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, February 6 @ 1 pm Sabrina (1954) Wednesday, February 27 @ 1 pm Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again Need Computer Help? Schedule a private session. 630-368-7725 Check out Kanopy, the Library’s new streaming service. Visit our website for more information! Getting to Know Our Databases! Consumer Reports Did you know that the Library subscribes to the electronic version of Consumer Reports, and that it’s available to all OBPL cardholders at home or in the Library? Users will find in-depth buying advice, product ratings & reviews, recommendations, money-saving advice and tips along with video clips. The information is updated frequently, providing reliable data. Sections that are available include: Appliances, Automobiles, Babies and kids, Electronics, Food, Health information and Money/personal finance. 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 Benedict, Laura The Stranger Inside Choo, Yangsze The Night Tiger Deveraux, Jude A Justified Murder Fluke, Joanne Chocolate Cream Pie Murder Gardner, Lisa Never Tell Gilbert, Victoria Past Due for Murder Hannah, Sophie The Next to Die Kent, Cristobel What We Did Kepler, Lars Stalker Kleypas, Lisa Devil’s Daughter Lawson, Mike House Arrest Quinn, Kate The Huntress Riley, Lucinda The Moon Sister Robinson, Peter Careless Love Winslow, Don The Border Nonfiction Allen, David M., M.D. Coping with Critical, Demanding, and Dysfunctional Parents Cass, Oren The Once and Future Worker Clements, Carol Better Balance for Life Collier, Paul The Future of Capitalism Cullen, Dave Parkland Damour, Lisa Under Pressure Engel, Jeffrey A. Impeachment Greene, Robert The Laws of Human Nature Kotlowitz, Alex An American Summer Land, Stephanie Maid Morin, Amy 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Do Sisson, Mark The Keto Reset Diet Cookbook Stroh, Linda K., Ph.D. Getting Real About Getting Older Sunim, Haemin Love for Imperfect Things Trasande, Leonardo, M.D. Sicker, Fatter, Poorer DVDs Colette First Man The Hate U Give Johnny English Strikes Again Little Women The Old Man & the Gun A Simple Favor The Sisters Brothers Soorma Tea with the Dames Music Brett Young Ticket to L.A. Maria Callas Callas in Concert Sarah Brightman Hymn Various Artists Mary Poppins Returns Vladimir Ashkenazy Debussy: Preludes Excerpt from the Staff Picks Blog Have you checked out the Library’s staff picks blog? You can find monthly recommendations online and a selection of the picks is displayed across from the Circulation Desk. Here is one of the January staff picks from Reference Librarian Jean: The Library Book by Susan Orlean New Nonfiction 027.47 ORL A fascinating recount of the fire that destroyed the Los Angeles Public Library on April 29, 1986. As a librarian myself, I was shocked not to know about this event. But as the author explains, it happened within days of the Chernobyl disaster which dominated the news. Susan Orlean does a nice job of interweaving the story of the fire with the history of libraries in general, and the “who-done-it” angle of the arsonist who started the fire. Recommended for anyone who loves books and libraries. Winter Reading Program This February, Hibernate with a Good Book! Our winter reading program continues through March 1. Sign up at the Reference Desk. All participants are offered incentives to take part in in this celebration of reading! Books & Bites Book Discussion Monday, February 25 @ 4:30 pm Amal Unbound by Aisha Saeed 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 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, February 2, 9, 16 & 23 @ 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, February 25 @ 6 pm Join us for a creative hour of building, teamwork and STEM skills. Legos are provided. Ages 5 & up. Registration required. Free SAT & ACT Practice Tests by C2 Eduction SAT Practice Test - Saturday, February 2 - 10 am - 1:30 pm ACT Practice Test - Saturday, February 23 - 10 am - 1:30 pm Registration required. February Storytimes Registration is required for all storytimes. Grades K-2 Storytime/Art Tuesdays, Feb. 5, 12 & 19 @ 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., Feb. 6, 13 & 20 @ 10:30 am All ages are welcome to wiggle and giggle while they interact with books, activities, music and crafts. Toddling 2s & 3s Thursdays, Feb. 7, 14 & 21 @ 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, Feb. 7, 14 & 21 @ 4:30 pm Preschoolers attend this program independently. They will wiggle and giggle while they interact with books, activities, games, music and crafts. Smarty Pants: The Big Balloon Show Saturday, February 16 @ 1 pm The Big Balloon Show is a one-of-a-kind vaudeville style stage production featuring magic, all-ages comedy, interactive storytelling and of course, Smarty’s award-winning, larger than life balloon props. Throughout the show, Smarty uses his humor and balloons to excite kids about reading books and exercising their imaginations. By the end of the hour production, every audience member knows the library is a very exciting place to visit! All ages. Registration required. Maker Madness: Owl Be Your Valentine! Saturday, February 9 @ 1 pm Join us in creating this awesome owl for your favorite valentine. 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 February. Call Youth Services for registration and for questions about each program or event. Registration required. Grades 6 & up. Date Time Assisting with... Tues. 2/5, 2/12, 2/19 4-6 pm Storytime Art Thurs. 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 4-6 pm Storytime 3’s, 4’s, & 5’s Sat. 2/9 1-3 pm Valentine Owl Craft Bumble Bee Yoga Two different age groups at two different times! Ages 3 - 5 on Tuesdays, February 5, 12 & 19 @ 10:30 - 11 am Grades 1 - 3 on Wednesdays, February 6, 13 & 20 @ 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! SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Adult programs ☺Children’s  Young Adults All ages in black 1 Current Events 9:30 am 2 ☺ Chess Club 10 am  SAT Practice Test 10 am Lincoln as Storyteller 2 pm 3 4 5 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga Ages 3-5 10:30 am ☺ K-2 Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 6 ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am Movie Matinee: Sabrina 1 pm ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga Grades 1-3 4:15 pm 7 ☺ Toddling Storytime 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific Storytime 4:30 8 Current Events 9:30 am 9 ☺ Chess Club 10 am ☺ Maker Madness 1 pm 10 11 12 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga Ages 3-5 10:30 am ☺ K-2 Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm Japanese Internment Camps 7 pm 13 Stock & Bond Investing 10 am ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga Grades 1-3 4:15 pm 14 ☺ Toddling Storytime 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific Storytime 4:30 15 Current Events 9:30 am 16 ☺ Chess Club 10 am ☺ Smarty Pants: The Big Balloon Show 1 pm 17 Those Were the Days 2 pm 18 LIBRARY CLOSED 19 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga Ages 3-5 10:30 am ☺ K-2 Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 20 ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga Grades 1-3 4:15 pm 21 ☺ Toddling Storytime 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific Storytime 4:30 22 Current Events 9:30 am 23 ☺ Chess Club 10 am  ACT Practice Test 10 am 24 25 ☺ Books & Bites Book Discussion 4:30 pm ☺ Lego League 6 pm 26 Knit Pickers 7 pm Create a Healthy Lifestyle Through Meditation 7 pm 27 Movie Matinee: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again 1 pm 28 Double Pinochle 1 pm