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VOL. 22 ISSUE 10
NEWSLETTEROCTOBER
OAK BROOK PUBLI C LI BRARY
USED BOOK SALE
USED BOOK SALE
600 Oak Brook Road
BEST SELECTION
BEST CONDITION
BEST PRICES!
Priced mostly from 25¢ to $3
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16 ONLY! $5 PRESALE 9:30 - 11:30 AM FREE FOR MEMBERS OF FRIENDS OF OBPL
THURS. OCT 16, 9:30 AM - 8:30 PMFRI. OCT 17, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PMSAT. OCT 18, 9:30 AM - 3 PM
cash orcheckaccepted
concertEVERGREEN
Soprano:
Regina Ceragioli
Pianist :
Lisa Kristina
Tenor:
Matthew Daniel
An afternoon of opera favorites featuring soloistsfrom the Lyric Opera in honor of longtimeFriends of OBPL Board Member Anne Vekich.
Light refreshments served following the concert.
No registration
required
October 26
3:00 pm
RECURRING PROGRAMS
WEDNESDAYS
1:00 PM
Drop-In Tech HelpBasic one-on-one help with computersand devices with a trained librarian.
2 AND 4
MONDAYS
ND TH
3:00 PM
MahjongExperienced players are encouraged tomeet in the lobby of the Library forgameplay and conversation. Playersmust bring their own tiles and mahjongcard.
English Language Conversation GroupPractice your speaking and listeningskills with Librarians Hubbell, Nancy,and others.
TUESDAYS
6:00 PM
FRIDAYS
10:00 AM
Current EventsJoin us for group discussions of thelatest news.
URDU LITERATURE AND POETRY SHARING
Wednesday, October 1 at 7 pm
Join Dr. Ghazala Siddiqui in celebrating the Urdu language. We invite all patrons to sharean Urdu poem, a favorite from a text, or something you have written.
I'M TURNING 65, NOW WHAT? WITH THE MEDICARE LADIES
Thursday, October 9 at 7 pm
The Medicare Ladies will be presenting changes to Medicare in 2025 including how andwhen to sign up, as well as the basics of Medicare A, B, C and D, and Open EnrollmentOptions.
DISCOVER YOUR WRITER’S VOICE WITH VICTORIA REEVES
Saturday, October 11 at 1 pm
Real life provides an endless amount of material to write about. Join storyteller VictoriaReeves as she walks you through how to better your writing and create a more engagingstory. No experience necessary!
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE
Thursday, October 16 - Saturday, October 18
The Friends of OBPL are hosting their annual October Book Sale! Stop by the Library topick up a new favorite book!
DOCUMENT SHREDDING SPONSORED BY DOUG NELSON OF RE/MAX OFNAPERVILLESaturday, October 18 at 10 am
Do you have a lot of paper you need to get rid of? Stop by OBPL for our free shreddingevent in the North Parking Lot.
ADULT PROGRAMS
*REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR PROGRAMS. REGISTER BY CALLING (630) 368-7700 OR BY USING THE QR CODE.
MEDICARE LUNCH AND LEARN: 2026 PLANS WITHPATRICK DULLECK Thursday, October 23 at 11 am
Sit down with Patrick Dulleck from First Choice Insurance Agency to learn about MedicareParts A, B, C, and D and their impact on healthcare coverage, navigating Medicaid andMedicare for those eligible for both programs, veterans’ benefits, and avoiding commonpitfalls such as enrollment penalties and missed deadlines.
ADULT CRAFT NIGHT WITH LIBRARIANTHERESA: THANKSGIVING CANDLEABRA
Wednesday, October 29 at 7 pm
Follow along with Librarian Theresa as she guides you through making your own one of akind candelabra creation. Each attendee must register individually. Adults only.
Thursday, October 23 at 11 am *Registration is not required. Copies of the book available at the Circulation Desk.
A collection of twelve stories that delve into the darker part of life, perfect for spookyseason.
BEACON BOOK CLUB: YOU LIKE IT DARKER BY STEPHEN KING
ILLINOIS WATERCOLOR SOCIETY MEETINGAND DEMONSTRATION WITH FEATUREDARTIST MEGAN RIPKE
Saturday, October 25 at 2 pm
Join the Illinois Watercolor Society in welcoming artist Megan Ripke for a discussion anddemonstration of her work.
UNDERSTANDING SOCIAL SECURITY AND ESTATEPLANNING WITH DR. JAMES FLANAGANWednesday, October 22 at 7 pm
Estate Planning Explained covers the estate planning process from beginning to end. Dr. JamesFlanagan from Bentron Financial Group, Inc will look closely at the need to plan, the mostcommon planning techniques, and the documents used in the planning process. At the end ofthis class attendees will have a thorough understanding of what steps they need to take toprotect their spouse and heirs.
ADULT PROGRAMS*REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FORPROGRAMS. REGISTER BY CALLING (630) 368-7700 OR BY USING THE QR CODE.
SPOOOOOOKY GHOSTFriday, October 10All agesStop by the Youth Desk to grab the latest pickup craft while supplies last.
Tuesdays at 10:30 amOctober 21Ages 2-3 with caregiver This is the perfect program to introduce little ones to the Library. We will readbooks, sing songs, dance, and complete a craft! Please register each child whois attending. A caregiver must stay with each child for the entire program.
TODDLING 2s AND 3s STORYTIMEWITH MISS THERESA
PICKUP CRAFT
LEGO FREE BUILDWITH MISS DOMINIQUEThursdays at 4:45 pmOctober 9 and 30 All ages
Let's Build! Let your imagination run wild with Miss Dominique as youand your friends create anything you can think of out of LEGO. Finishedprojects will be displayed in the display case in the youth section of theLibrary until the following session. Legos are provided.
Thursdays at 4:45 pm October 2 and 23Ages 8 and up Craft with Miss Brigitte! Each session we will create something based on afall theme, a specific artist, or a patron request! Dress for mess!
CRAFTERNOONS WITH MISS BRIGITTE
SPONSORED BY FRIENDS OF OBPLSaturdays at 10 am October 11, and 25Ages 6 and upThis club is open to players who already have an understanding of thegame; players are welcome to join us to improve their skills.
SATURDAY MORNING CHESS CLUB
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FORPROGRAMS. REGISTER BY CALLING (630) 368-7700 OR BY USING THE QR CODE.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
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