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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 9 September 2023
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Library Hours
9:30 am - 9 pm Monday - Thursday
9:30 am - 5 pm Friday & Saturday
1 - 5 pm Sunday
Department Numbers
Circulation 630-368-7700
Reference 630-368-7725
Youth Services 630-368-7733
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Adult Programming
Bandana Pumpkins - Adult Craft
Thursday, September 14 @ 7 pm
Join us as we make mini-pumpkins using bandanas. These pumpkins
make a cute addition to any fall décor and are super easy and mess-free!
Notorious: The Life of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Saturday, September 16 @ 2 pm
Historian Michelle Gibbons will discuss the life of Ruth Bader
Ginsburg, a brilliant jurist who flourished in the role as Supreme
Court Justice for 27 years. Graduating as the first woman from
Harvard Law School and later, Columbia Law School, she received
a recommendation from Harvard for a Supreme Court clerkship
position but was rejected due to her gender. This led to her
illustrious career advocating for gender equality and women’s rights.
Investing 101: Stocks & Bonds
Wednesday, September 27 @ 7 pm
Tim Lambert returns to present his popular workshop on
investing in stocks and bonds. Beginners welcome!
Beacon Book Club
Thursday, September 28 @ 7 pm
Join us for a lively discussion of The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams.
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
Movie Matinee will return
in October!
Library
Closed
Monday,
September 4
for Labor Day.
Regular Sunday
hours return on
September 10.
Friends of the Library - Upcoming Programs - Save the Date!
Annual Used Book Sale - October 12 - 14
Thursday 9:30 am - 8 pm, Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm, Saturday 9:30 am - 3 pm
Thousands of books in excellent condition will be available at a fraction of their retail
price. Please note that the Friends will stop accepting book donations as of September
30. Donations collection will resume on November 1.
Evergreen Concert - Sunday, October 22 @ 3 pm
The Friends present Classical Blast, musicians who blur musical
lines, melding well known classical music into classic rock hits or
rocking music by Beethoven, Bach, Mozart and more.
Storytimes
Registration required
Storybook STEAM with Miss Irene
Mondays, September 11 & 25 @ 4:30 - 5:15 pm
Join Miss Irene for stories & a S.T.E.A.M.
(science, technology, engineering, art, math)
related activity during each session. Please note
that projects might be made for display & not for
take home. Projects may also involve food.
Dress for mess & to have fun! Children are
expected to attend on their own. Ages 4-7
Toddling 2s & 3s Storytime with Miss Theresa
Tuesdays, September 12 & 26 @ 10:30 - 11 am
This is the perfect program to introduce little ones to the library.
We'll enjoy some good books, sing songs, dance, do
fingerplays & more! We'll also make a craft related to the theme
of the day. A caregiver must stay with each child during the
program. Ages 2-3.
Weekly Programs
Registration required
Saturday Morning Chess Club
September 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 @ 10 am - 12 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. Grades K-8. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Crafternoons with Miss Brigitte
Thursdays, September 7 & 21 @ 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Join Miss Brigitte’s craft club! Every week we will do a new
craft based on an artist or fall theme! There is a strict age
requirement as some crafts require advanced fine motor skills.
Ages 8-12
Monthly Programs
Registration required
Graphic Novel Book Club -
The Golden Hour by Niki Smith
Tuesday, September 19 @ 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Whether you love graphic novels or have never
picked one up before, all are welcome here. Join
Miss Dominique’s Graphic Novel Book club for
great graphic novels, good discussions & snacks!
Copies will be available at the Circulation Desk one
month before each session.
All ages.
Lego Free-Build with Miss
Dominique
Tuesday, September 5 @ 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Come join us for a Lego free build where you
can let your imagination run wild! Finished
projects will be displayed in the display case
for a month until the next session! Legos are
provided. All Ages
Special Programs
Registration required
Dan Gogh's Magic & Art Show
Saturday, September 23 @ 1 pm
Join Artist-Magician Dan Gogh as he
uses comedy, magic & art to unlock
the mystery of creativity. Dan will be
your guide to wacky colors, magical
drawings & art tools that have a mind of
their own. Reading is a huge component
of this special show. Prepare to be
amazed, inspired & laugh all the way as
you join us on this one-of-a-kind journey!
Ages 4 & up
Youth Pickup Crafts
Stop by and pick up a fun craft to
make at home! Supplies limited -
first come, first served.
Friday, September 15 -
Giddy Up Cowboy
Congratulations to our Summer Reading Winners!
A few lucky grand prize winners are pictured below.
Thanks to everyone who participated!