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Library Beacon
600 Oak Brook Road - Oak Brook, Illinois 60523
630-368-7700 - www.oak-brook.org/library
Volume 21 - Issue 6 June 2023
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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 Programming
Registration required!
Summer Reading Program
June 10 – August 12
Pick up your reading log and a tasty treat to kick off the summer! Read or listen to 5
books and write a brief review to share with others. Complete your log for a prize and to
enter a drawing for gift cards.
Illinois Watercolor Society Meeting & Artist Demonstration
Saturday, June 3 @ 2 pm
The Illinois Watercolor Society meeting and artist demonstration
featuring artist Thomas Trausch.
Mini Art Show: Find Your Voice through Art
Monday, June 5 @ 7 pm
Adults are invited to find their inner artist! We will supply the 3x3 canvas
& acrylic paint and you supply your creativity. Artwork will be displayed in
the Library during the Summer Reading program and returned at the
end. If you can't make the program, we will have some kits available to
pick up. *Supplies are limited!*
A Visit with Jane Austen
Saturday, June 10 @ 2 pm
Jane Austen visits you from the autumn of 1815. Her first three
novels, Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice and Mansfield Park
are published, and Emma is complete. Drawing from her letters and
novels, this performance by Debra Miller delves into the personal life
of one of the most beloved and intriguing novelists of the 19th century.
Beacon Book Club
Thursday, June 22 @ 7 pm
Join us for a lively discussion of A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum.
Recurring Programs
English Language
Conversation Group
Tuesdays @ 6 pm
Practice your speaking and
listening skills.
Knit Pickers
Tuesdays @ 7 pm
Work on your projects in the
company of other knitters.
Drop-In Tech Help
Wednesdays @ 1-2 pm
Basic one-on-one help with
computers and devices.
Current Events
Fridays @ 9:30 am
Join the group for
discussions of the news.
Movie Matinee
Monday, June 5 @ 1 pm
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Friends of the Library
June Lobby Showcase Sale
Stop by and check out the special selection for sale in the lobby showcases. There’s a
wonderful variety of books on many topics including some great Father’s Day gifts.
Summer Reading
Saturday, June 10 - Saturday, August 12
Read as much as you can to earn prizes!
This year’s theme reminds you to Find Your
Voice! Reading logs will be available to print
from our website or to pick up at the Library
starting June 10. Be sure to get your reading
log & get started! Ages 2 & up.
Storytimes
Registration required
Family Pajama Night Storytime
with Miss Irene
Mondays, June 12 and 26 @ 6:30 - 7 pm
We will read gentle stories as we unwind from our busy summer
day. Each session will end with a calming meditation. Feel free
to wear your pajamas & bring slippers, a blankie and/or a mat to
lay on during the meditation. Try not to fall asleep! All ages.
Toddling 2s & 3s Storytime
with Miss Theresa
Thursdays, June 15 & 29 @ 10:30 - 11 am
This is the perfect program to introduce little ones
to the library. We will read books, sing songs,
dance, do fingerplays and more! We will also
make a craft related to the theme of the day! A
parent or caregiver must stay with children during
this program. Ages 2-3.
Weekly Programs
Registration required
Thursday Evening Chess Club
Thursdays, June 8, 15, 22 & 29 @ 6-8 pm
This club is open to players who already have an understanding
of the game. It is a club, not a team, so players are welcome to
join us to improve their game and play. All ages. Sponsored by
the Friends of the Library
Monthly Programs
Registration required
Graphic Novel Book Club: City of Dragons
Tuesday, June 27 @ 4 pm
Join Miss Dominique’s Graphic Novel Book Club for
great graphic novels, good discussions and snacks!
The first book is The Awakening Storm: City of
Dragons by Jaimal Yogis. Copies will be available
at the circulation desk one week before each session.
All ages.
Adventures in Writing - Historic Tales
Saturday, June 3 @ 10 am
Adventure Tales is a short story writing series
where kids explore writing & illustration skills with
their parents. These group sessions are led by
experienced short story writers & will teach the
basics of how to write & illustrate your own short story. To
register call 630-368-7733. Ages 7-11 (with adult).
Yarn Crafts Series with Miss Dominique
Pom - Pom Pots
Saturday, June 10 @ 11 am
The first of this series will be making Pom Poms
into ice cream cones or cacti. You choose! Each
month will be a different yarn based craft. There is
a strict age requirement as some crafts require
advanced fine motor skills. Ages 8 & up.
Special Programs
Registration required
Mini Art Show: Find Your Voice through Art!
Painting Sessions (register for only 1 session):
Wednesday, June 7 @ 6:30 - 7:30 pm or
Wednesday, June 21 @ 2 - 3 pm or
Wednesday, June 21 @ 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Young patrons are welcome to find their inner artist!
We will supply you with a 3x3 canvas & acrylic
paint. Your creation will be displayed throughout
July as part of our art show. All art pieces can be
taken home after Monday, July 31. Supplies are limited.
Reserve your painting time now! Ages 7 & up.
Window Painting with Miss Brigitte
Monday, June 12 @ 1 - 3 pm
Space is extremely limited, however you can
split a window with ONE friend. Designs
must be consistent with the summer reading
theme of FIND YOUR VOICE. All designs
will be approved by Miss Brigitte before you
begin painting, so come with ideas! This is not a drop in
event; you will need the entire time to do this project. Dress
for mess. Grades 6 & up.
True Balance Karate Class
Wednesday, June 14 @ 4 pm
This is an introductory class to karate. Martial
arts will teach you self-defense, focus, respect,
concentration & more. Ages 6 & up.
Family Tree of Life: 3D Paper Mache
Project for Children & Their Families
Saturday, June 24
Four time slots available:
10 - 10:40 am / 11 - 11:40 am /
12 - 12:40 pm / 1 - 1:40 pm
Join artist Guillermo Rivera as he guides children & their
adult(s) in creating their own family tree of life. Participants
will add branches to the trunk that represent family members,
including themselves. Grades K & up (with adult).
Youth Pickup Crafts
Stop by and pick up a fun craft to make at
home! Supplies limited - first come, first served.
Friday, June 16 - Pretty Parrots