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Home My WebLink About2019-06 Library Beacon 600 Oak Brook Road - Oak Brook, Illinois 60523 630-368-7700 - www.oak-brook.org/library Volume 17, Issue 6 June 2019 J U N E Library Hours 9:30 am - 9 pm Monday-Thursday 9:30 am - 5 pm Friday-Saturday Closed 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. Illinois Watercolor Society Meeting & Demonstration Saturday, June 1 @ 10 am Featured artist: George Bruce. After retiring from corporate graphic design, George studied watercolor under Dick Shipley and took several workshops in watercolor from nationally known artists and later discovered the world of oil pastel from George Shipperely. Annual Garden Containers Tuesday, June 4 @ 7 pm Create an annual garden container with local florist, Peggy Garvin of Garvin Gardens. $10.00 per person fee due before class includes all materials. Bring gardening gloves if you’d like. Limited registrations! Sponsored by Friends of the Library Stonewall 1969: Birth of the Modern Gay Rights Movement Saturday, June 15 @ 2 pm The summer of 1969 marked a turning point in the LGBTQ movement during the Stonewall riots. Join College of DuPage instructor, Frank Serafino, as he recounts the struggle to end discrimination in the areas of religion, law and the medical profession over the past 50 years. RTA Mobility Wednesday, June 19 @ 10 am Accessible Metra, Pace and CTA buses and trains are easy to use and Sarah Blair of the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) would love to show you how! There will be time for questions and signing up for a Reduced Fare card to get half off on Metra, Pace and CTA, if eligible. Hand-outs and maps will be provided. Wizard of Oz 80th Anniversary Judy Garland Concert with Robyn Vitson Saturday, June 22 @ 2 pm Robyn Vitson returns to take you on a magical journey down the yellow brick road to Emerald City en route to Kansas to her beloved home. Fans still love this movie after 80 years and Robyn has a wonderful tribute planned! Sponsored by Friends of the Library Adult Summer Reading Program begins June 3! Stop by the Adult Services Reference Desk to sign up and receive your reading log and a kick -off prize! Open to participants ages 14 and older. Read or listen to five books checked out from OBPL. Upon completion, participants will be entered into a drawing sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 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, June 5 @ 1 pm The Music Man (1962) Wednesday, June 26 @ 1 pm First Man (2018) Need Computer Help? Schedule a private session. 630-368-7725 Databases Highlights Illinois Public Records: Chicago Area This database is chock-full of information for our OBPL patrons. Record Information Services is a data compiler of Northern Illinois public records. Whether you are a homeowner researching individual property transactions, foreclosures, or a business owner who wants to do marketing, the Public Record Database is an invaluable tool. You can search for newly filed bankruptcies, mortgage transactions, business licenses, real estate transactions and more. It also gives patrons the ability to do quick Illinois background checks on individuals and businesses in the State of Illinois at an affordable price. The database is 100% safe and completely confidential. 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 Chiaverini, Jennifer Resistance Women Deaver, Jeffrey The Never Game Ginder, Grant Honestly, We Meant Well Goldberg, Leonard The Disappearance of Alistair Ainsworth Haddon, Mark The Porpoise Koch, Herman The Ditch Shalvis, Jill The Lemon Sisters Spera, Deb Call Your Daughter Home Willig, Lauren The Summer Country Winfrey, Kerry Waiting for Tom Hanks Nonfiction Armstrong, Heather B. The Valedictorian of Being Dead (Biography, Medical Treatment) Charleson, Susannah Where the Lost Dogs Go (Human-Animal Relationships) Greene, Jayson Once More We Saw Stars (Memoir, Bereavement) Kilgariff, Karen Stay Sexy & Don’t Get Murdered (Biography, Satire and Humor) O’Neill, Tom Chaos (True Crime, Charles Manson) Sexton, Jared Yates The Man They Wanted Me to Be (Masculinity, Gender Studies) Virji, Ayaz Love Thy Neighbor (Religious Intolerance) Ware, Susan Why They Marched (History, Women; Suffrage) DVDs Bachman The Best of Enemies Captive State In Like Flynn The Kid La Vida Misma The Mustang Return of the Hero Run the Race Music BTS Map of the Soul: Persona Dmitri Shostakovich Symphony No. 10 in E Minor Mac Demarco Here Comes the Cowboy Pink Hurts 2B Human Thomas Rhett Center Point Road Looking for some recommendations? Check out the OBPL staff picks blog at oakbrooklibrarypicks.wordpress.com Shredding Event Re/Max Enterpriss and the LN Group are hosting a free paper shredding event in the Library’s North lot on Saturday, June 15 from 10 am to noon. Friends of the Library 2019-2020 Membership Drive Join the Friends in sponsoring many of the Library’s programs and concerts and helping to cover the cost of library resources and improvements. The Friends is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All contributions are tax-deductible in accordance with IRS regulations. Membership envelopes are available at the Library or contributions can be mailed to the Friends at PO Box 3131 Oak Brook, IL 60522-3131 Contributions can also be made on the Friends page of the Library’s website. Books & Bites Book Discussion Wednesday, June 26 @ 4:30 pm Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Hang out, talk about books and enjoy some good snacks! See the Circulation Desk for a copy of the book a few weeks before each session. Recommended for grades 4 & up. Summer Reading Club It’s Showtime at the Library!  Get a reading log to track time spent reading.  Fun incentives and sponsored prizes along the way to encourage success.  Everyone welcome; little ones who enjoy a good picture book, emerging readers and those who are proficient readers.  Sign up NOW to take part in the celebration of reading! Tuesday Evening Chess Club Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25 @ 6:30-8 pm This club is open to players who already have an understanding of the game. A beginning chess class takes place at 6 pm for new players. Grades K-12. Registration required. Lego® League Monday, June 17 @ 6:30 pm Ages 5 & up. Registration required. June Storytimes Registration is required for all storytimes. Grades K-2 Storytime/Art Mondays, June 10, 17 & 24 @ 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., June 12, 19 & 26 @ 10:30 am All ages are welcome to wiggle and giggle while they interact with books, activities, music and crafts. Toddling 2s & 3s Thursdays, June 13 & 27 @ 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, June 13, 20 & 27 @ 4:30 pm Preschoolers attend this program independently. They will wiggle and giggle while they interact with books, activities, games, music and crafts. Maker Madness: DIY Bug Jar Saturday, June 8 @ 11 am See nature’s greatest show inside your very own bug jar. Grades K & up. Registration required. Space is limited. Special Programs Registration is required for all special programs. Tinkergarten Thursday, June 6 @ 10 am 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 sto- rytime session with books, songs and a craft activity. Ages 18 mos - 8 years Tall Tales & Silly Songs Thursday, June 20 @ 11 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. Sponsored by Friends of the Library COD Theater Presents: Can You See Me? Saturday, June 22 @ 11 am This is the story of a “pretend character” who is lost and goes on an extraordinary journey, finding out what it means to be important, included and REAL. Bring your imagination and participate in a “no-shushing” hour of fun brought to us by the College Of DuPage. All ages. A Bollywood Star Is Born! Friday, June 21 @ 1 pm In this exciting global workshop, a Dancing with Class Teaching Artist will take the kids on a journey to Mumbai India, home of Bollywood! Here, they will create their own movie star characters, learn a fun and energetic Bollywood routine and perform it on their very own stage! Ages 3-10. Sponsored by Friends of the Library Wild and Wacky Family Fun Show Saturday, June 29 @ 1 pm Join Brian Wismer as he has the entire family entertained! This fantastic show includes a combination of family trivia, games, magic, Simon Says, and many other interactive family activities! All ages. Sponsored by Friends of the Library Bumble Bee Yoga Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25 @ 10:30 - 11 am This fun introduction to yoga will teach basic poses. Stories and games will be included to enhance the experience. Yoga mats will be provided. Parents will need to sign a waiver at the start of the class. Ages 3-5. Space is limited! Sponsored by Friends of the Library Youth Bingo Fridays with Police Officer Yager Friday, June 14 @ 3 - 4 pm Join us for afternoon bingo with one of Oak Brook’s finest! Bring a friend and have an enjoyable time that offers fun and a wide assortment of prizes. It’s Showtime at the Oak Brook Public Library! Pete the Cat Storytime Friday, June 28 @ 11 am Ages 2 & up. Registration required. Free ACT Practice Test by C2 Education Wednesday, June 12 @ 10 am Registration required. SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Adult programs ☺Children’s  Young Adults All ages in black 1 IL Watercolor Society 10 am 2 CLOSED 3 Summer Reading Starts! 4 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga 10:30 am ☺ Beginning Chess 6 ☺ Chess Club 6:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm Annual Garden 7 pm 5 Movie Matinee: The Music Man 1 pm 6 ☺ Tinkergarten 10 am Double Pinochle 1 pm 7 Current Events 9:30 am 8 ☺ Chess Club 10 am ☺ Maker Madness: DIY Bug Bar 11 am 9 CLOSED 10 ☺ Storytime Art Grades K-2 4:30 pm 11 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga 10:30 am ☺ Beginning Chess 6 ☺ Chess Club 6:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 12  ACT Practice Test 10 am ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am 13 ☺ Toddling 2s-3s 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific 3s, 4s, 5s 4:30 pm 14 Current Events 9:30 am ☺ Youth Bingo with Police Officer Yager 3 pm 15 ☺ Chess Club 10 am Stonewall 1969 2 pm 16 CLOSED 17 ☺ Storytime Art Grades K-2 4:30 pm ☺ Lego League 6 pm 18 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga 10:30 am ☺ Beginning Chess 6 ☺ Chess Club 6:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 19 RTA Mobility 10 am ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am 20 ☺ Tall Tales & Silly Songs 11 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific 3s, 4s, 5s 4:30 pm 21 Current Events 9:30 am ☺ A Bollywood Star Is Born 1 pm 22 ☺ Chess Club 10 am ☺ Can You See Me? 11 am Wizard of Oz 80th Anniversary Concert 2 pm 23/30 CLOSED 24 ☺ Storytime Art Grades K-2 4:30 pm 25 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga 10:30 am ☺ Beginning Chess 6 ☺ Chess Club 6:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 26 ☺ Family Storytime 10:30 am Movie Matinee: First Man 1 pm ☺ Books & Bites Book Discussion 4:30 pm 27 ☺ Toddling 2s-3s 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific 3s, 4s, 5s 4:30 pm 28 Current Events 9:30 am ☺ Pete the Cat Storytime 11 am 29 ☺ Wild and Wacky Family Fun Show 1 pm