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Library Beacon
600 Oak Brook Road - Oak Brook, Illinois 60523
630-368-7700 - www.oak-brook.org/library
Volume 17, Issue 3 March 2019
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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 visit our website or call 630-368-7725.
Navigating the College Planning Process
Tuesday, March 5 @ 7 pm
Experienced professionals from My College Planning Team share their
knowledge to guide you through action steps you can take to reduce college
costs and still attend the college of your choice.
Shamrock Ragsters
Sunday, March 10, @ 2 pm
The Shamrock Ragsters return to entertain with the hits of Dixieland,
Bluegrass, Irish and Celtic tunes. Their traditional folk instruments
include banjo, fiddle, mandolin, tin whistle, Irish flute, guitar, bass and
trumpet. You don’t want to miss this rip-roaring performance!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Golden Giving: Socially Conscious Retirement Book Signing
Saturday, March 16 @ 2 pm
Local author Vasudevan Rajaram discusses his new book to help retirees
navigate the world of philanthropy. Hear practical advice on how to take care of
yourself before you take care of others, how to identify worthwhile charities and
how to make sure your generosity goes to the people and causes that need it the
most. Signed copies will be available for purchase.
Women’s Self-Defense Class
Saturday, March 30 @ 11 am
Learn how to defend yourself in real life situations. Anthony Ferro
of Ferro Academy has practiced martial arts for 16 years and
served two tours in Iraq with the U.S. Marine Corps.
Young Kim: Classical House Concert
Saturday, March 30 @ 2 pm
Young Kim returns to the Oak Brook Public Library with another talented trio
including Jenny Jung on violin, Ching-Yun Claudia Huang on violoncello and
Teresa Kang on piano. Enjoy beloved pieces from Mozart, Beethoven and
Piazzolla.
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,
March 6
@ 1 pm
A League of
Their Own
(1992)
Wednesday,
March 27 @
1 pm
Mary
Shelley
Need Computer Help?
Schedule a
private session.
630-368-7725
Getting to Know Our Databases!
AtoZdatabases
Are you looking for a phone number or maybe a business
general building contractor? AtoZdatabases can assist you
with your search.
This resource provides online reference and marketing tools.
It includes information on 240 million residents, and 30 million
business profiles making it ideal to find friends and relatives,
healthcare professionals, sales leads mailing lists, market
research and more.
AtoZdatabases compiles the data from a variety of sources
including yellow and white page directories, annual reports,
SEC filings, corporate registers, public records, legal filings,
telephone verification and more.
Want to learn more? Live training
webinars are offered free of charge
and are held 6 times each week.
Registration is available on
AtoZdatabases’ site via oak-brook.org/databases.
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
Balasubramanyam, Rajeev Professor Chandra Follows His
Bliss
Buckley, Carla The Liar’s Child
Carty-Williams, Candice Queenie
Castle, Richard Crashing Heat
Coben, Harlan Run Away
Cussler, Clive Celtic Empire
Fairstein, Linda Blood Oath
Johansen, Iris Dark Tribute
Leon, Donna Unto Us a Son Is Given
Michaels, Fern Deep Harbor
Mukherjee, Abir Smoke and Ashes
Patrick, Phaedra The Library of Lost and Found
Pryor, Mark The Book Artist
Subramanian, Mathangi A People’s History of Heaven
Winston, Lolly Me for You
Nonfiction
Brown, Kate Manual for Survival
Gurdon, Meghan Cox The Enchanted Hour
Harris, Kamala The Truths We Hold
Hill, Napolean Success Habits
Houston, Pam Deep Creek
J. K. Lasser Institute J. K. Lasser’s Your Income Tax
Morrison, Toni The Source of Self-Regard
Ornish, Dean, M.D. Undo It!
Port, Ian S. The Birth of Loud
Shapiro, Dani Inheritance
Stewart, Martha The Martha Manual
Treuer, David The Heartbeat of Wounded Knee
Warner, John The Writer’s Practice
Winfrey, Oprah The Path Made Clear
Worsley, Lucy Queen Victoria
DVDs
Ben is Back
Bohemian Rhapsody
Boy Erased
Can You Ever Forgive Me?
Creed II
The Favourite
The Girl in the Spider’s Web
Green Book
Mary Queen of Scots
On the Basis of Sex
Welcome to Marwen
Widows
The Wife
Music
Barbra Streisand Walls
Imagine Dragons Origins
Joseph Moog Debussy: 12 Études
Mariah Carey Caution
District 86 Referendum Q&A
Friday, March 8 @ 12:15 pm
Do you have questions about the District 86
Referendum on the April 2 election ballot?
Join Superintendent Dr. Bruce Law for a short
presentation followed by a question and
answer session at the Library.
Friends of the Library’s Silent Auction
March 11 - April 13
There are selections in almost every category to appeal to
a variety of tastes including art, gardening, architecture,
cookin and more. There is also Scott Kelly’s book
Endurance, a signed copy of Sara Paretsky's latest novel
Shell Game and more! Stop by Library and view all the
selections in the lobby display cases.
The auction coincides with the Friends’
Used Book Sale, April 11, 12 and 13.
Check out next month’s newsletter for all
the details.
Books & Bites Book Discussion
Monday, March 18 @ 4:30 pm
Out of My Mind by Sharon Draper
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.
Creative Cartooning Workshop for Kids:
How to Draw Superheroes
Saturday, March 2 @ 1 pm
Back by popular demand, professional
cartoonist, Mark Anderson has created yet
another wonderful workshop! Kids will learn
to draw simple but awesome superheroes
and villains and then decide what happens next!
Ages 8-12. Registration required.
Saturday Morning Chess Club
Saturdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 @ 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-8. Registration required.
Lego® League
Monday, March 11 @ 6 pm
Join us once per month where 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.
Ages 4 & up. Registration required.
March Storytimes
Registration is required for all storytimes.
Grades K-2 Storytime/Art
Tuesdays, March 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
Wednesdays, March 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, March 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, March 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.
Ferro Academy:
Children’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Saturday, March 30 @ 10 am
Professor Anthony Ferro has been in martial arts for 16 years.
Come join him and learn about different jiu-jitsu moves as he
demonstrates. Ages 4 & up. Registration required.
Maker Madness: Book Hedgehog
Saturday, March 16 @ 1 pm
Reuse an old book to make one of
these adorable hedgehogs! Books will
be provided. Ages 8 & up.
Registration required.
Teen Community Service Opportunities
Looking for volunteer hours for applications? Sign up to
assist with programs in March. Call Youth Services for
registration or questions. Registration required. Grades 6 & up.
Spring Break Activities
Spring-Themed Perler® Beading
Monday, March 25 @ 1 - 2 pm
We will be using these small beads to
create a variety of spring-themed creations.
If you have other ideas, we will try to make
your Perler® bead dreams a reality with this
one of a kind maker’s workshop. Ages 8 &
up. Registration required.
Make a Catapult
Tuesday, March 26 @ 1 - 2 pm
Learn how to make your own catapult by using
basic household materials! Ages 8 & up.
Chess Tournament
Wednesday, March 27 @ 10 am - 1 pm
Anyone who knows how to play is welcome! Registration required.
Spring Break Bingo
Friday, March 29 @ 3 - 4 pm
Looking for something to do? Join us for afternoon
bingo! Bring a friend or two and have an enjoyable
time that offers fun and a wide assortment of prizes.
All ages of children welcome.
Date Time Assisting with...
Tues. 3/12, 3/19 4-6 pm Storytime Art
Thurs. 3/14, 3/21 4-6 pm Storytime 3’s, 4’s, & 5’s
Sat. 3/16 12:30-2:30 pm Book Hedgehog
Mon. 3/25 12:30-2:30 pm Perler Beading
Tues. 3/26 12:30-2:30 pm Make a Catapult
Fri. 3/29 2:30-4:30 pm Spring Break Bingo
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 ☺ Creative Cartooning 1 pm 3 4 5 Knit Pickers 7 pm Navigating the College Planning Process 7 pm 6 Movie Matinee: A League of Their Own 1 pm 7 Double Pinochle 1 pm 8 Current Events 9:30 am District 86 Referendum Q&A 12:15 pm 9 ☺ Chess Club 10 am 10 Shamrock Ragsters 2 pm 11 ☺ Lego League 6 pm 12 ☺ K-2 Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 13 ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am 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 ☺ Maker Madness: Book Hedgehog 1 pm Golden Giving 2 pm 17 18 ☺ Books & Bites Book Discussion 4:30 pm 19 ☺ K-2 Storytime 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 20 ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am 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 24 25 ☺ Spring-Themed Perler Beading 1 pm 26 ☺ Make a Catapult 1 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 27 ☺ Chess Tournament 10 am Movie Matinee: Mary Shelley 1 pm 28 Double Pinochle 1 pm 29 Current Events 9:30 am ☺ Spring Break Bingo 3 pm 30 ☺ Chess Club 10 am ☺ Children’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 10 am Women’s Self-Defense Class 11 am Classical Concert 2 pm