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Home My WebLink About2020-03 Library Beacon 600 Oak Brook Road - Oak Brook, Illinois 60523 630-368-7700 - www.oak-brook.org/library Volume 18, Issue 3 March 2020 M A R C H Library Hours 9:30 am - 9 pm Monday-Thursday 9:30 am - 5 pm Friday-Saturday 1 pm - 5 pm 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. Chicago Rovers Celtic Music Concert Sunday, March 8 @ 2 pm Mick Archer and his trio combine virtuoso playing, tight harmonies and infectious good fun in a show that will appeal to all ages! Medicare 101 Thursday, March 12 @ 7 pm David Wylly of the Medicare Solutions Network will detail what Medicare covers, what it doesn't and your options for additional coverage. He will also discuss Supplements, Part D Drug Prescription coverage and Advantage Plans. Simon & Garfunkel: Sound and Then Silence Saturday, March 14 @ 2 pm If you took the musicality of The Beatles and matched it with the lyricism of Bob Dylan the result might be Simon & Garfunkel. Using audio and visual content, Gary Wenstrup, College of DuPage instructor, will trace the arc of Simon & Garfunkel’s career from their surprise teenybopper hit “Hey Schoolgirl”…to the folk-rock classic “Sound of Silence”…to the ever popular “Mrs. Robinson”… to the majesty of “Bridge over Troubled Water.” Classical Music: House Concert Series #10 Saturday, March 28 @ 2 pm Enjoy a romantic and beautiful program of Beethoven, Gershwin, Ravel and Puccini with Ga Young Hong on violin, Shinyoung Park on pianio, Hyungryoul Kim on saxophone and Soprano Yunji Shim. 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 Wed, Mar. 4 @ 1 pm There’s No Business Like Show Business Wed, Mar. 25 @ 1 pm The Farewell Need Computer Help? Schedule a private session. 630-368-7725 Have you tried Mango Languages? Learn a new language for free. Each lesson combines real life situations and audio from native speakers with simple, clear instructions. There are more than 60 foreign language and 17 ESL courses available. Visit our website to sign up! Library Laughs *All content “borrowed” from the internet Sampling of New and Upcoming Books 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. Fiction Clayborn, Kate Love Lettering Cleeves, Ann The Long Call Evaristo, Bernadine Girl, Woman, Other Gardner, Lisa When You See Me Green, Amy K. The Prized Girl Nonfiction Bittman, Mark How to Eat Ehrenreich, Barbara Had I Known Ehrman, Bart D. Heaven and Hell Gay, Roxane Unti on Writing Grandin, Greg The End of the Myth DVD Charlie’s Angels Clemency Dark Waters Mr. Robot - Season 4 Queen & Slim Uncut Gems Blood Drive at the Library Monday, March 16 @ 1 - 6 pm The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive at the Library and needs your help. If you are interested in donating blood, please call 800-REDCROSS or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment. As a reminder, eat a healthy meal and drink and extra 16 oz. of water and fluids before the donation. Please bring a photo ID or your blood donor card. Community Organization of the Month Zonta Club of Oak Brook Chartered in 2012, the Zonta Club of Oak Brook works to improve the legal, political, economic, educational, health and professional status of women through community and international service. The Zonta Club of Oak Brook supports the organization’s international mission of empowering women through service and advocacy in our local community. This consists of hands-on service, primarily through volunteering with partner organizations. Fun Facts  Zonta International is currently celebrating its 100th Anniversary.  Amelia Earhart was a member, and there is a Fellowship named in her honor. What Can You Do To Get Involved? For more information on how to join and get involved, visit their website: zontadistrict6.org/oakbrook/ Lobby Showcase Used Book Sale Check out the Library’s lobby display cases from March 23 until April 18. A variety of interesting items - ten Great Courses programs (DVD’s and workbooks) and specially selected books, some signed by the author - will be available for immediate sale. Unlike previous years, you will not be asked to make a bid and wait until the April book sale to find out if you “won.” Instant gratification! The selections will change as items are sold, so be sure to check it out every time you are at the Library. Save the date for the used book sale April 16-18. We will have a diverse selection of books, DVDs and CDs available. ALL of the proceeds are used to support library programs. Books & Bites Book Discussion Wednesday, March 18 @ 4:30 pm When You Reach Me 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. Bumble Bee Yoga Mondays, March 2, 9 & 16 @ 11:30 am This parent/child activity is a fun introduction to yoga that teaches basic poses. Stories and games are included to enhance the experience. Children will learn calming techniques to increase strength and flexibility! Yoga mats provided. Parents need to sign a waiver at the start of class. Ages 3-5. Registration is required. Space is limited. Lego® League Monday, March 16 @ 4:30 pm Join us for a creative hour of building, teamwork and STEM skills. Legos are provided. Ages 5 & up. Registration is required. Teen Community Service Opportunities Looking for volunteer hours? Sign up to assist with programs. Call Youth Services for registration or questions. Registration required. Grades 6 & up. Date Time Assisting with... Mon. 3/16 4 - 6 pm Lego League Tues. 3/17 4 - 6 pm Storytime Art Thurs. 3/19 4 - 6 pm Storytime 3’s, 4’s, & 5’s Sat. 3/21 12:30 - 2:30 pm Maker Program: Slime Tues. 3/24 4 - 6 pm Storytime Art Thurs. 3/26 4 - 6 pm Storytime 3’s, 4’s, & 5’s Tues. 3/31 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Spring-Themed Perler Beads Land of Stories Book Club Monday, March 23 @ 4:30 pm The Enchantress Returns Each month we will focus on a different book in the series and enjoy some good snacks! See the Circulation Desk for a copy of the book a few weeks before each session. Recommended for any patrons who enjoy reading the Land of Stories series! Registration required. March Storytimes Registration is required for all storytimes. Grades K-2 Storytime/Art Tuesdays, March 17 & 24 @ 4:30 pm Are you nuts about books and art? Join us for this wonderful storytime. We will read a story and then do an art project inspired by the book. Toddling 2s & 3s Thursdays, March 19 & 26 @ 10:30 am Celebrate early literacy with songs, rhymes, and books. Adults are encouraged to participate with their child and help with the craft of the day. Caregivers and parents must attend with their child. Terrific 3s, 4s & 5s Thursdays, March 19 & 26 @ 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: Spring Slime Saturday, March 21 @ 1 pm Like slime? Join us for our own twist on making slime that oozes spring! Grades K & up. Registration is required. Space is limited. Spring Break Activities Teen Sushi Rolling Demo Monday, March 30 @ 2 pm Benihana will be here to guide teens in how to make their own sushi roll! If you like sushi, this is the program for you! Grades 6 & up. Registration is required. Spring-Themed Perler® Beading Tuesday, March 31 @ 11 am We will make 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. Grades K & up. Registration required. Frozen II Movie and Craft Thursday, April 2 @ 10:30 am Join us to watch Frozen II and make a cool Olaf craft! All ages. Spring Break Bingo Friday, April 3 @ 3 - 4 pm Looking for something to do? Join us for afternoon bingo! Bring a friend for a fun time and a wide assortment of prizes. All ages of children welcome. Young Artist Workshop: Pop-Up Butterfly Saturday, March 14 @ 10:30 am Anxious for spring? Join artist, Terri Murphy for another of her wonderful workshops! Flutter into spring with a paper-engineered card. Kids will make this butterfly pop-up unique using sharpies and colored pencils. Ages 8-13. Registration is required. Saturday Morning Chess Club Saturdays, March 7, 14, 21 & 28 @ 10 am This club is open to players who already have an understanding of the game. Join us to improve your game and play! Grades K-8. Registration is required. SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga 11:30 am 3 Knit Pickers 7 pm 4 Movie Matinee: There’s No Business Like Show Business 1 pm 5 Double Pinochle 1 pm 6 Current Events 9:30 am 7 ☺ Chess Club 10 am 8 Chicago Rovers Celtic Music Concert 2 pm 9 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga 11:30 am 10 Knit Pickers 7 pm 11 12 Double Pinochle 1 pm Medicare 101 7 pm 13 Current Events 9:30 am 14 ☺ Chess Club 10 am ☺ Pop-Up Butterfly 10:30 am Simon & Garfunkel: Sound and Then Silence 2 pm 15 16 ☺ Bumble Bee Yoga 11:30 am ☺ Lego League 4:30 pm 17 ☺ Storytime Art Grades K-2 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 18 ☺ Books & Bites Book Discussion 4:30 pm 19 ☺ Toddling 2s & 3s Storytime 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific 3s, 4s & 5s Storytime 4:30 pm 20 Current Events 9:30 am 21 ☺ Chess Club 10 am ☺ Maker Madness: Spring Slime 1 pm 22 23 ☺ Land of Stories Book Club 4:30 pm 24 ☺ Storytime Art Grades K-2 4:30 pm Knit Pickers 7 pm 25 Movie Matinee: The Farewell 1 pm 26 ☺ Toddling 2s & 3s Storytime 10:30 am Double Pinochle 1 pm ☺ Terrific 3s, 4s & 5s Storytime 4:30 pm 27 Current Events 9:30 am 28 ☺ Chess Club 10 am Classical Music Concert 2 pm 29 30  Teen Sushi Rolling Demo 2 pm 31 ☺ Spring-Themed Perler Beading 11 am Knit Pickers 7 pm Adult programs ☺Children’s  Young Adults All ages in black