2015 SummerQuarterly Newsletter I Volume 73 - Summer 2015
Summer Calendar
2015 Polo Season
O B newsAK ROOK
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2 POLO SEASON MATCHES
Dates, Themes, & Tickets
3 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Message from Dr. Gopal Lalmalani
4 FROM THE MANAGER’S DESK
Update & 2015 Polo Season
5 POLICE
In the News
6 FIRE
Lighting Safety & Safety Tips
7 PUBLIC WORKS
Summer Irrigation Rates & Sprinkling
8 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Tall Grass and Weeds
9 SPORTS CORE
Summer Calendar &
Taste of Oak Brook
10 LIBRARY
Summer Calendar &
Spotlight on Summer Reading
11 FINANCE
Budget Cover Contest
12 BACK COVER
2014 Polo
INSIDE THIS NEWSLETTER
2015 OAK BROOK POLO!
The Oak Brook Polo Season starts off with an inaugural
match at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 12th. As we build up to
the start, you’ll soon be seeing polo posters around town,
promotional materials, special deals online, plus additional
details released on Facebook, Twitter, and the Village’s
website.
We are excited to announce that the Village of Oak Brook
Board has approved the following match dates for the 2015
Polo Season. Matches each day are at 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Match Dates and Themes:
• Sunday, July 12th
Hat Day - Wear your favorite hat to Oak Brook Polo
• Sunday, July 19th
Classic Car Day - A stable of classic cars from yesteryear and today
• Sunday, July 26th
Family Day with Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland
and Northwest Indiana
• Sunday, August 9th
Lions Clubs International Day - Bring old pairs of eyeglasses to help
provide better eyesight for those in need
• Sunday, August 16th
International Day - The Indian Polo Team will make its debut
appearance on the Prince Charles Polo Field
• Sunday, August 23rd
British Day - The Union Jack and plenty of red, white, and blue. Plus
the famous PIMM’S Drink
Ticket Information:
General Admission tickets are available at $15 for residents and $25 for non-
residents. Children 12 and under are free with paid family member. Access to
the VIP tent are also available for $65 each. Tickets are available online at
www.oakbrookpoloclub.com also on sale now at the following location:
• Oak Brook Golf Clubhouse: Monday – Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
(Tickets may also be purchased at the match)
VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK
ELECTED OFFICIALS/
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Gopal Lalmalani, M.D., M.B.A | President
Charlotte K. Pruss | Clerk
Don Adler | Trustee
John Baar | Trustee
Michael Manzo | Trustee
Mark Moy, M.D. | Trustee
Edward Tiesenga | Trustee
Asif Yusuf | Trustee
VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK
DEPARTMENTS
Police, Fire, EMS Emergency: 9-1-1
Butler Government Center General
Information: (630) 368-5000
Village Clerk: (630) 368-5052
Village Manager: (630) 368-5026
Community Development: (630) 368-5101
Engineering: (630) 368-5130
Fire Non-Emergency: (630) 368-5200
Library: (630) 368-7700
Police Non-Emergency: (630) 368-8700
Public Works: (630) 368-5270 Water Billing: (630) 368-5090
Sports Core Administration (630) 368-6400
Bath & Tennis (630) 368-6400
Oak Brook Golf Club (630) 368-6400
CONNECT WITH THE VILLAGE
Website | www.oak-brook.org
Facebook | “Village of Oak Brook”
Twitter | @OakBrookVillage
Regular meetings of the Village Board are held
on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month
at 7pm, except no fourth Tuesday meetings in
the months of June, August and December.
Live streaming of Village Board meetings now
available. Videotaped broadcasts of Village Board
meetings air on Comcast Cable Television,
Government Access Channel 6 or 110
Mondays at 7pm and online at
www.youtube.com/oakbrooktv
Questions or comments? Contact us.
Editor: Donna Bettin
dbettin@oak-brook.org
OAK BROOK news
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Village President
(630) 368-5012
glalmalani@oak-brook.org
A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Gopal G. Lalmalani, M.D., M.B.A.
Dear Friends and Neighbors:
Warmer weather and longer days are finally here. More
and more residents come out to enjoy their yards, walking/
bike paths and connecting with their neighbors.
The Village has yet another fun summer of events planned
with the Annual Taste of Oak Brook on Friday, July 3,
from 4 to 9 pm at the Oak Brook Polo Fields. Some of
the Oak Brook area finest restaurants will serve delicious
samplings from their menus, children’s activities and live
entertainment with the day concluding with a spectacular
fireworks display that all will enjoy. Come and join us for
some food, fun and fireworks!
Right around the corner is the 2015 Polo Season. The Polo
Committee, Co-chaired by Jim Pehta and Beverly Taylor
have been working very hard to make this season bigger
and better than ever. This year we have six matches. All
matches will be played on Sundays, and August 16th
will feature the Delhi Polo Team from India. Information
on ticket prices and dates/times of Polo matches are
located elsewhere in this newsletter and online at www.
oakbrookpoloclub.com. Come out and experience Polo in
Oak Brook!
On Wednesday, April 29th Trustee Asif Yusuf, Village
Manager Rick Ginex and I traveled to Springfield to meet
with our legislators for the 2015 Illinois Municipal League
Lobby Day. We met with a number of our legislators to
highlight the need for securing our Local Government
Distributive Funding as well as implementing pension
reform legislation. Oak Brook would stand to lose
approximately $390,208 in funding going forward
annually if this funding is permanently reduced. This
would cause reductions or delay projects. Additionally,
since state statute dictates how our pensions are funded,
we will continue to be hamstrung without serious pension
reform coming out of Springfield. All municipalities will
continue to be burdened with an increased pension
liability. We will continue to work with the DuPage
Mayor’s and Manager’s Conference, the Metropolitan
Mayors Caucus and the Illinois Municipal League to make
sure these two important funding issues are resolved in
our best interests.
The Oak Brook Public Library will also have an array of
programs offered this summer for both children and
adults. Further information on the Library programs are
also included in this newsletter.
With the warmer weather comes road construction. Our
Public Works/Engineering Departments (and in some
locations IDOT) will be busy this summer with the upkeep
and maintenance/improvement of some of our roadways.
Information on locations of these projects are also found
in this newsletter.
As always, the Trustees, the staff, and I are available to you
at all times. Feel free to call, email or meet any of us if you
have any thoughts and concerns. We are here to serve
you. As Mahatma Gandhi so aptly said: “The best way to
find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others”.
Kind regards,
Dear friends and residents,
I am pleased to report that after another competitive bidding
process this year, the Village chose Eligo Energy IL, LLC (“Eligo”),
a leading retail electricity supplier based in Chicago, to supply
Oak Brook’s Electric Aggregation Program. While electricity
prices have risen over the past few years, the Village was able
to lock in a fixed rate of $0.06754/kWh through June 2017 for
residents and small business consumers.
Two things have driven costs up. First, the capacity charges
are set each year. These charges make sure there is funding
set aside to be sent to specific power plants that will supply
Oak Brook during the very hot summer days. Suppliers need
to make sure we have enough electric transmission available
during peak periods of usage. Second, ComEd is responsible
for allocating the capacity and transmission costs. Starting this
June the larger residential accounts will see a higher proportion
of these costs. Since Oak Brook has many large homes, we will
see those costs translate to higher energy prices. But with this
being said, we are projecting a cost saving of approximately
3.8% during summer months and approximately 5% after
September.
The Village of Oak Brook engages in a thorough risk
management assessment every three years. The Illinois
Risk Management Association (IRMA), conducts a 2-day
assessment and reviews the Village’s risk management
practices, procedures, documentation and training. Our prior
assessment was in 2011. The 2014 assessment focused on
years 2012-2014. Our new compliance rating is up to 90%, as
compared to our previous compliance rating of 87%. This is
due to the incredible work our staff does on a daily basis to
reduce legal claims, reduce workers’ compensation claims, and
improve safety procedures.
Finally, the 2016 budget process will begin soon. Staff and the
Village Board will be meeting in June to engage in a Strategic
Planning session to map out our specific goals for the next
three years. A great deal of attention is being placed on our
Core Services and how to best maintain our excellent financial
status while providing unparalleled services.
2015 POLO SEASON
Tickets are now on sale for the 2015 polo season. You can get
tickets by going to www.OakBrookPoloClub.com or the Oak
Brook Golf Course Clubhouse. General Admission prices for
residents will remain at $15 this year, with non-residents being
$25. VIP tickets are $65 this year which include admission to
the match and entrance to the VIP tent. Groups of 100 or more
will get access to the VIP area for $50 per person. Children
under 12 are admitted free of charge.
We are planning on bringing back some of the special events
we had last year including, Hat Day, Classic Car Day, Family Day
and British Day. We are also planning a Lions Club International
Day on Sunday, August 9th as well as International Polo Day,
featuring the Delhi Polo Club on Sunday, August 16th.
Message from the Clerk’s Office
Warm Weather Encourages Door-to-door Solicitors
The season of door-to-door sales people is upon us. The Village of Oak Brook requires that all Commercial Solicitors
must apply for a permit from the Village. A background check for local violations is completed for each individual that
has requested permission to solicit door-to-door in the Village of Oak Brook with the intent to protect the residents of
the Village.
Non-Commercial Solicitors must register with the Village for the purpose of identification.
Federal litigation has specified that religious organizations and political parties are exempt from any Village requirements
of licensing or registration. Many religious organizations do cooperate and at least provide us with information and are
willing to wear our badges.
The Village does not regulate solicitors distributing handbills as long as they do not participate in personal contact with
residents unless the resident pursues contact.
Further information can be found at our Village of Oak Brook website at www.oak-brook.org or you can contact the
Village Clerk’s office at 630-368-5052.
Free “No Solicitors” signs are available at the Village Hall and solicitors must honor those signs and not attempt
to contact you.
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From the Manager’s Desk
BY RICCARDO F. GINEX
Riccardo F. Ginex
Village Manager
(630) 368-5026
villagemanager@oak-brook.org
IN THE NEWS
I am proud to report that our department was on the
cutting edge of forming the new DuPage County Incident
Management Assistance Team. The IMAT Team is comprised
of nearly thirty police command staff members from
agencies all across the county who went through 200 hours
of specialized training. Our representative is Deputy Chief
Jason Cates, who spearheaded this from concept to reality
in less than six months. The team assists any department in
DuPage County with the command and logistical support
necessary during a large scale event. Along with this
component our membership in the NIPAS Mobile Field Force
again was proven to be a tremendous asset. At our urging
NIPAS also developed the Bicycle Response Team that was
deployed for the event. We were further assisted by the
Illinois State Police and the Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm
System (ILEAS) Mobile Field Force as well as a multitude of
neighboring communities. While the level of support and
assistance was huge, it was also gratifying to witness our
profession come together. I hope it also serves to reassure
our residents that we will do whatever it takes to keep our
community safe.
Summer is upon us and with it, more people are out
enjoying the weather. Summer is also the time of year that
historically is busier in most police departments. School
children have hopefully put down the electronic gadget for
a few moments and are out walking to parks, riding bicycles,
and playing sports. Please take extra care driving through
our neighborhoods.
I wish you all a safe and enjoyable summer season.
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Police
BY JAMES KRUGER
News
This past May, the Village experienced an influx of nearly
2,000 people to exercise their Constitutional rights of free
speech and assembly at the McDonald’s Corporation to
coincide with McDonald’s Annual Shareholders Meeting.
I am often asked, why do we allow a demonstration such
as this in our community? There was a day when a group
would have to come to the Police Department or Village
authorities and ask permission or seek out a permit to
hold such a rally or demonstration. Those days have long
past with the advent of several United States Supreme
Court and 7th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals rulings that we
cannot infringe upon a person’s ability to exercise these
very important inalienable rights. That leaves us with the
only option but to work with the group, if possible, and
balance the rights of the demonstrators with those of our
corporate citizens, protecting their safety, and property.
This particular event has been exceptionally laborious
with our staff and took nearly five months to prepare for.
Besides every member of the Oak Brook Police Department
having a role in the event, we could not have successfully
managed such an event without the assistance of our law
enforcement partners across the region.
Follow me on Twitter: @chiefkruger
Follow us on Twitter: @oakbrookpolice
Follow us on FaceBook:
@oakbrookpolicedepartment
James Kruger
Police Chief
(630) 368-8710
jkruger@oak-brook.org
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Fire
BY BARRY LISS
Safety & Information
Barry Liss
Fire Chief
(630) 368-5204
bliss@oak-brook.org
The fire department offers a wide variety of fire and injury
prevention education, such as: First-Aid, CPR (cardiopulmonary
resuscitation) and AED (automatic external defibrillators)
classes for American Heart Association certification. These
classes include possible warning signs of heart attack, the
Heimlich maneuver for choking victims, hands-on mannequin
training, and how use to use an AED. We also offer fire
extinguisher use, fire safety classes, EDITH classes (Exit Drills
in the Home), and disaster preparedness. To schedule a class,
group training, or for more information on fire safety programs,
contact the Oak Brook Fire Department at 630-368-5200.
Lightning Safety
Thunder and lightning storms happen all the time. But did
you know that lightning strikes and lightning fires occur most
often in the summer? Know what to do to keep you and your
family safe when it does strike.
• If you can hear thunder, you are within striking distance of
lightning.
• Fully enclosed metal vehicles such as cars, trucks and vans
with windows rolled up provide good shelter.
• Large, enclosed buildings tend to be safer than small
gazebos or open eating areas.
• There is no place outside that is safe during a
thunderstorm. Wait at least 30 minutes after the last
thunder before leaving your shelter.
• You don’t have to be directly hit by lightning to be affected.
Lightning can travel along the ground from a nearby strike
to you. It can also jump from nearby objects that are struck.
Safety Tips
• Avoid water and open spaces.
• Avoid all metal objects, including fences, electric wires,
machinery, motors, power tools, flag poles, etc.
• Unsafe places include underneath canopies, small picnic or
rain shelters or near trees.
• Avoid being the tallest object. Seek ditches, trenches or the
low ground.
• Get as low as you can, but don’t lie prone to the ground.
Instead, kneel with your hands on the ground and your
head low.
• At the first sign of lightning or thunder, swimming pools
and beaches should be evacuated. Seek shelter in a safe
area.
• Stay away from doors and windows.
Fireworks
Fireworks are illegal to use, possess or sell in the State of
Illinois and the Village of Oak Brook. The use of fireworks
can create many serious problems. Every year in the United
States, the use of fireworks leads to serious injuries, property
damage, fires and in some cases death.
Considering this, the Fire Department would like to provide
you with tips about how to stay safe during this time of year.
• Do not purchase or use Consumer Fireworks. They are
illegal to use, buy or sell in the State of Illinois and the
Village. Consumer fireworks legally purchased outside of
Illinois are illegal once they are brought into Illinois.
• Non-consumer fireworks such as, but not limited to snakes,
glowworm pellets, smoke devices, trick noisemakers known
as “party poppers”, sparklers are permissible.
• Take care when using non-consumer fireworks, especially
sparklers. Sparklers can reach temperatures up to 1800
degrees Fahrenheit. The public is asked to consider the
following tips from the National Council on Fireworks
Safety:
Children under the age of 12 should not use sparklers without
very close adult supervision.
Always remain standing while using sparklers.
Never hold a child in your arms while using sparklers.
Never hold, or light, more than one sparkler at a time.
Sparklers and bare feet can be a painful combination. Always
wear closed-toe shoes when using sparklers.
A sparkler wire and stick remain hot long after the flame has
gone out. Be sure to drop the spent sparklers directly into a
bucket of water.
Never hand a lighted sparkler to another person. Give them
the unlit sparkler and then light it.
Always stand at least 6 feet away from another person when
using sparklers.
Never throw sparklers.
Show children how to hold sparklers away from their body and
at arm’s length.
Teach children not to wave sparklers, especially wooden stick
sparklers, or run while holding sparklers.
Any legal non-consumer firework can potentially cause injury,
fire or damage. Caution and adult supervision should always
be exercised. Above all, have a safe and enjoyable summer
and leave the fireworks to the professionals.
News
From The Director’s Desk
Public Works and Engineering are already in full “summer
mode.” The 2015 Street Improvement Project has begun in
the Windsor/Swift/Bliss business area. It will then move to
repaving the west half of the Village Hall parking lot. The
York Woods paving should begin soon after the Fourth of
July weekend with most work completed before the start
of the fall school year. During September, repaving work
will conclude on Lincoln Road, the Natoma area and along
all of Spring Road (south of 31st Street).
During June and July, the surfaces of the two York Road
bridges over the Tollway will be repaired which will require
lane closures as part of the 2015 Bridge Improvements
Project.
The 2015 Water Main Project will begin in early June and
go until late September and involves replacing the water
mains along Mockingbird Lane and Camelot Drive within
the Brook Forest Subdivison.
As part of a grant administered by IDOT, St. Paschal Drive
and 35th Street (the half mile west of Route 83) will be
repaved which includes installing paved bicycle shoulders
where no bike path presently exists.
Your patience and forbearance with construction activities is
much appreciated. If there are any issues with construction,
please let us know at the Engineering Department (630-
368-5130). The Public Works crews have gotten well into the
Summer tasks including: sign replacement, street painting,
drainage structure maintenance, and repair of landscape
damaged by Winter utility digs. Please let us know if there
are any Public Works issues we should be addressing (630-
368-5270). Some other useful information:
Summer Irrigation Sewer Rate
The Flagg Creek Water Reclamation District recently
established a policy for metered water used for irrigation by
Oak Brook residents. The Seasonal Irrigation Cap Program
restricts the sewer user charge during the seasonal period
to a maximum limit of 1.5 x the average “winter” use.
To be eligible for the program, the residential user must
complete a Seasonal Irrigation Cap Program Application
and submit the application to the District. An application
fee of $20.00 is required for administrative set-up of the
cap. Only one application for such cap and meter will be
allowed per calendar year per residence. The program
gives some flexibility to residents in choosing the time
period eligible for the seasonal cap. For more information
please visit the Village web site at www.oak-brook.org . For
businesses, a similar program is available. Contact Public
Works Department (630-368-5270), for details.
Sprinkling Restrictions
As summer approaches you should keep in mind the water
conservation requirements found in our Village code.
Landscape watering is permitted as follows:
1. Odd-Numbered Street Addresses: Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday – six o’clock (6:00) A.M. until ten o’clock (10:00)
A.M. and six o’clock (6:00) P.M. until ten o’clock (10:00) P.M.,
provided that newly seeded areas as well as planted sod
may be sprinkled at any time on any day for a maximum
period of two (2) weeks from the date of installation.
2. Even-Numbered Street Addresses: Wednesday, Friday
and Sunday – six o’clock (6:00) A.M. until ten o’clock (10:00)
A.M. and six o’clock (6:00) P.M. until ten o’clock (10:00) P.M.,
provided that newly seeded areas as well as planted sod
may be sprinkled at any time on any day for a maximum
period of two (2) weeks from the date of installation.
Hand-Held Watering Devices: Hand-held watering devices
(including watering cans) may be used at any time on
any day.
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Public Works/Engineering
BY MICHAEL HULLIHAN
Michael Hullihan
Director of Public Works &
Engineering
(630) 368-5270
mhullihan@oak-brook.org
Community Development
BY ROBERT KALLIEN
Information
TALL GRASS AND WEEDS
The Village of Oak Brook has in place regulations to address
situations where residents do not maintain their properties.
With respect to grass and weeds, the Village enforces the
following provisions: 302.4 Weeds.
1. Weeds And Overgrown Lawns Declared A Nuisance.
All weeds and grass exceeding eight inches in height found
growing in any lot or tract of land in the Village are hereby
declared to be a nuisance and it shall be unlawful to permit
any such weeds or grass to grow in excess of eight inches.
2. Removal Notice.
The Village may serve a notice upon the owner of any premises
on which weeds or grass are permitted to grow in violation of
the provisions of this section demanding the cutting of such
weeds and grass within five (5) days from the date of such
notice. The notice shall be personally served on, or sent by
certified mail to the person who was sent the tax bill for the
general taxes on the property for the last preceding year.
3. Costs of Removal.
If a person so served does not cut the weeds or grass within ten
days of the personal service or mailing of the notice, the Village
may proceed to cut the weeds or grass keeping an account of
the expense of the cutting and such expense shall be charged
to and paid by such owner.
If you have any questions about these regulations, please
contact the Department of Community Development at 630-
368-5101
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Robert Kallien
Director of Community
Development
(630) 368-5101
rkallien@oak-brook.org
Sports Core
BY TREY VANDYKE
Information
The Sports Core is home to your summer fun. All of the
facilities are open and ready for you and your family to enjoy.
Below are several activities to pencil into your calendar:
• Saturday, May 23 – Pool Opened – Memberships are still
available!!
• Monday, June 8 - Adult Swim Programs Begin
• Monday, June 8 – Junior Tennis Programs Begin (Session 1)
• Monday, June 8 – Group Golf Lessons Begin (Session 2)
• Thursday, June 11 – First Home Swim Meet
• Friday, July 3 – Taste of Oak Brook & Fireworks
• Sunday, July 12 – Polo Season Begins (6 matches)
• Saturday, August 1 – Golf Club Championship Begins
• Tuesday, August 4 – National Night Out
• Monday, September 7 – Oak Brook Half Marathon
• Saturday, October 3 – 7th Annual Freeman Cup Begins
(golf)
• Saturday, November 7 – Kanuri Open (golf)
Please feel free to contact us for more information. And, as
always we encourage you to use our beautiful clubhouse
facilities for your next corporate event, or even a personal
event such as a wedding, shower or birthday party. Contact
Tammy Perri at (630) 368-6442 for availability and rates.
The Sports Core is the community’s backyard. Please come
and enjoy it.
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Friday, JULY 3, 2015 OAK BROOK POLO FIELDS
RESTAURANTS Entertainment CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES
DETAILS
Live Bands
Dakota 4:00 - 5:30
Cowboy Jukebox 6:00 - 8:00
DJ
DJ X 8:10 - 9:00
Fireworks
Show after Dusk 9:15
Balloon Artists
Face Painting
Oak Brook Park District-
Activities
Petting Zoo
Stilt Walkers
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Freshii
Gibsons Steakhouse
Kona Grill
Labriola Bakery Café
Paul’s Pizza & Hotdogs
Pinstripes
Real Urban Barbecue
Shree
Tuscany
Free admittance with parking available for $10.
e Police Department will provide families with lost and found tattoos.
Some children’s activities, food and beverages will require the purchase of tickets.
e beverage tent will be featuring beer, wine, Sangria, water and soda drinks.
Rain date for the fireworks only display is Saturday, July 4th.
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@OakBrookVillage www.oak-brook.org
FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Sports Core Director
(630) 368-6420
tvandyke@oak-brook.org
SPOTLIGHT ON SUMMER READING
This summer, our Youth
Reading Program is Read
to the Rhythm. With music
and movement as a focus
this summer, we feature
outstanding special events
starting with a sing-along to
The Sound of Music on June
15, and continuing with Wii
Just Dance Party on June 25,
Who Sings? on June 26, and
World Music Explosion on June
27. There will be Coding for
Kids, a yoga and music event,
bingo, our usual Read to a
Dog, and, new for us, Read
to a Cat. So if your child says,
“What can I do?” bring him or her to the Library where there is
always something to do.
Music, movement, and books fit together naturally. The
ability to move to a beat improves language learning and
reading. Musical activity can also stimulate the brain for better
focus, concentration, and memory all the way through older
adulthood. So let’s all get moving toward the Library!
The theme for the Adult Summer Reading Program this
year is Train Your Brain. As a place of both fun and learning,
the Oak Brook Public Library is hosting a number of events
this summer that will be simultaneously entertaining and
educational. We have musical events, including big band,
jazz, historical songs, and American traditional favorites. We
are providing card game instruction throughout the summer
and offering informative programs on local history and
meditation as well. Don’t fall into a droopy summer haze!
Sign up for Train Your Brain at the Reference desk!
Please check our website
www.oak-brook.org/library for
the most current information on
programs. It is recommended that
one register in advance for many of
our programs because there is often
a number or space limitation.
Library Calendar and Events
BY SUE MADORINSUMMER CALENDAR
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Sue Madorin
Library Director
(630) 368-7706
smadorin@oak-brook.org
Saturday, June 20 at 2:00 pm The History of Polo with Kathy Maher
“The Game of Kings” has been played on the Oak Brook Polo Ground
for over 80 years. The Oak Brook Historical Society’s President,
Kathy Maher, will present information about the illustrious history
of Polo in Oak Brook. Learn more about the game of Polo and the
impact that Oak Brook’s Polo Grounds have had the world over.
Friday, June 26 at 2:00 pmWho Sings? Young Artists Workshops with Terri Murphy
From backyard birds, to crickets, whales and alley cats, every
creature has its song. Using music sheets along with markers,
colored pencil, and glazed paint, artist Terri Murphy will guide you
in creating your favorite animal singer. Tune up your imagination!
Saturday, June 27 at 1:00 pmWorld Music Explosion with Tom Sharpe
Weaving together powerful elements of sound and rhythm, Tom
Sharpe is a one-man show who is equally proficient on a vast array
of percussion and keyboard instruments. Seamlessly blending
genres from Middle Eastern, African, orchestral, and rock music,
Tom moves between traditional instrumentation and electronics
with ease and precision.
Tuesday, June 30 at 3:30 pm — Grades 3-5
Coding for Kids by Sylvan Learning Center
Children will get an introduction to computer coding and video
game design. They will look at designing and animating characters
with sounds and special effects. Students build valuable skills and
early confidence in computer programming as they bring their
imagination to life!
Saturday, July 11 at 2:00 pm
Songs of the Civil War with Dean Milano
Dean Milano, with guitar accompaniment, will perform the songs
of the Civil War. Learn the history of each song and enjoy a slide
show of musicians from the Civil War.
Tuesday, July 21 at 11:00 amGina Marie’s Singsong and Yoga for Children and Families
This wonderful program incorporates original music, breath, yoga,
storytelling, dancing, lots of love, laughter and imagination. Yoga
and breath allow children to redirect their energy in a positive way.
Tuesday, July 28 at 3:30 pm — Grades 2-6
Lego® Robotics Workshop
Sylvan Learning Center will be providing a free demo robotics
class. This program involves building and programming robots—
all while developing new skills and having a blast with STEM
(Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). Your budding engineer
will be paired up with another child to build their robot. At the end
of the program each child will receive a report and photo of their
creation. Registration is required as space is very limited!
Saturday, August 8 at 2:00 pm Tribute to the Great American Songbook!
With Kym Frankovelgia
Kym will pay tribute to “The Greatest Generation” and the music
they created, which remains so popular today. This dynamo’s
unique blend of warmth and humor along with a huge catalogue
of music in her repertoire will give you an afternoon you won’t
easily forget. Bring your friends! Laughter and tears are practically
guaranteed.
Sunday, September 12 at 2:00 pm
Tabletop Miniature Gardens with Kathleen Obirek
Join Kathleen Obirek, landscape designer and educator, as she
shows you how to assemble plant, grow and design a miniature
garden with succulent plants. These tabletop gardens instill a
feeling of tranquility.
Finance
BY SHARON DANGLES
Information
BUDGET COVER CONTEST
If you are an Oak Brook Resident,
you are eligible to enter our
“Budget Cover Contest”.
HOW DO I/WE ENTER THIS CONTEST?
Complete the application form below and mail it with your
artwork to:
Village of Oak Brook
Attn: Sharon Dangles, Finance Director - Budget Cover Contest
1200 Oak Brook Road
Oak Brook, IL 60523
To submit by email please include Budget Cover Contest in
the subject line to sdangles@oak-brook.org with your contact
information below in the application form. The contest is
open to all ages.
Sharon Dangles
Finance Director/
Assistant Village Manager
(630) 368-5072
sdangles@oak-brook.org
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APPLICATION FORM
Applicant Name(s): __________________________________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________
Email Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: ____________________________________________________________________________________________
School Name and Grade (if applicable): _________________________________________________________________________
List of participating names can be attached to the back of this application.
Deadline to submit artwork and application is Monday, August 31, 2015.
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JUDGING
A committee will select the winner and your artwork will be
displayed on the Cover Page of the 2016 Budget. In addition,
you along with your artwork will be recognized at a Village
Board meeting with Oak Brook’s Governing Board. Prizes will
be awarded to the Top 3 winners.
CONTEST RULES
Artwork may include ‘Village of Oak Brook 2016 Budget’; in
color, black and white and/or computer generated; page
layout is portrait on 8 ½ x 11 paper. Entry can be submitted
by one person or multiple as a project. Only one entry
per person/group. A completed application form must be
attached to each entry.
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