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Library Beacon
600 Oak Brook Road - Oak Brook, Illinois 60523
630-368-7700 - www.oak-brook.org/library
Volume 22 - Issue 4 April 2024
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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
Registration is required for all programs; please visit our website or call 630-368-7725.
Illinois Watercolor Society Meeting & Demonstration
Saturday, April 6 @ 2 pm
Featured artist John Herron uses a lot of water in his watercolors. He pours, he sprays
and even dunks his paintings to get the effect that suits him. John will demo a variety of
tools including kabob sticks, razor blade, ink bottle nib and even a large screw.
Alzheimer’s Association Presents Managing Money:
A Caregiver’s Guide to Managing Finances
Monday, April 8 @ 7 pm
Jim Sullivan with the Illinois Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will discuss how to
plan and equip yourself with financial strategies for your caregiving journey.
How to Make a Family Documentary
Wednesday, April 10 @ 7 pm
Wheaton-based photographer Michael Rataj covers how to film your
parents and grandparents to pass down stories and create a cherished
digital video. He will also discuss how to digitize old VHS/8mm videos.
Yoga for Beginners
Sunday, April 14 @ 2 pm
All are welcome to spend an hour relaxing and rejuvenating during this yoga class.
For ages 8+ (accompanied by an adult), no registration required.
First Aid for Pets
Monday, April 22 @ 7 pm
Learn how to tend to your pet in a crisis. Laura Winnie with the DuPage County Animal
Services covers preventative care, wound treatment, broken bones, choking and more.
DIY Macrame Plant Hanger
Wednesday, April 24 @ 7 pm
Join us as we walk through a retro macrame project and create a plant hanger!
Macrame is making a big comeback and this is your chance to get started.
Beacon Book Club - The Vaster Wilds by Lauren Groff
Thursday, April 25 @ 10 am
This is a survival story set in pre-Colonial America. A girl escapes her settlement, and
readers run alongside her.
Friends of the Library Evergreen Concert
Sunday, April 28 @ 3 pm
Enjoy an afternoon of classical flute and guitar music with the
Silver-Rose Duo. Refreshments to follow.
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, April 1 @ 1 pm
Air
National Library Week Bookmark Contest!
Bookmark contest winners will be announced during NLW -
April 7-13! They will receive 24 of their personally designed
bookmarks along with a gift card to Michaels Crafts. The
bookmarks will be available for all patrons.
Storytimes
Registration required
Toddling 2s & 3s Storytime with Miss Theresa
Tuesdays, April 9 & 23 @ 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
April 6, 20 & 27 @ 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
Biweekly Programs
Registration required
Lego Free-Build with Miss Dominique
Tuesdays, April 2 & 16 @ 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 until the next session! Legos
are provided. All Ages
Crafternoons with Miss Brigitte
Thursdays, April 11 & 18 @ 4:45 - 5:45 pm
Join Miss Brigitte’s craft club! Every session
we create a craft based on an artist, artistic
concept or spring theme! There is a strict age
requirement as some crafts require advanced
fine motor skills. Ages 8-11
Monthly Programs
Registration required
Adventures in Writing:
Tools to Build with Tales
Saturday, April 20 @ 12:30 - 2:30pm
Adventure Tales is a short story writing
series where kids explore writing and
illustration skills with their parents. These group sessions are
led by experienced short story writers and will teach the
basics of how to write and illustrate your own short story.
Ages 7-11 (with adult)
Special Programs
Registration required
Brookfield Academy for Mini Musicians
Monday, April 8
10:00 - 10:45: 19 mos - 4 yrs
11:00 - 11:45: 0 - 18 mos
Join Ms. Nina from the Brookfield
Academy for Mini Musicians for a
morning of songs and rhymes
celebrating all things spring! With
shaker eggs, jingle bells, dancing scarves & more, the
class is designed to captivate your little one and inspire
creativity that extends far beyond the classroom. But don't
let all the fun fool you! The "secret" goal is education.
Each song and rhyme has been specifically written or
selected to laser target both musical and non-musical
skills. Spots are extremely limited - sign up today!
Sponsored by Friends of the Library
Urdu Language Storytime
Sunday, April 21 @ 2 - 3pm
Join Dr. Ghazala Siddiqui, educator and
librarian, as she shares her love of
language and communication. She will
begin with a wonderful storytime in Urdu
and follow up with an introduction to
learning the language. Ages 4-10
Other Programs
Scavenger Hunt
April 1- May 1
Ramona the Cat is wandering through the
library. How many times can you spot her?
Fill out a sheet & return it to the youth desk to
pick a prize from our treasure chest!
Books We Love!
April 1 – May 1
Decorate a book spine for your favorite
book and add it to our “bookshelf.”
Youth Pickup Craft
Stop by and pick up a fun craft to make at home! Supplies
limited on a first come, first served basis.
Friday, April 12 - Preening Peacock