Call the library at 708-946-9090 for programs that require registration.
During the Penfield construction project, the Penfield Street parking lot entrance will be closed, but the library’s Maxwell Street entrance is still open. Turn north on Maxwell from Indiana Avenue to get to the library.
WiFi hotspots and Rokus now are available for checkout for two weeks for Beecher Library cardholders, ages 18 and over. Bring a hotspot anywhere to create a WiFi network or check out a Roku with preloaded streaming services to enjoy on your home TV.
Youth Services
A bee puppet take-and-make craft is available. Pick up any time.
September 21, 22, 28, and 29, at 10 a.m., Beecher Bookworm Buddies: Enjoy stories, games, music, and a craft for small children in the meeting room! Call to register.
September 26, from 6:30 – 8 p.m., Chess and Board Game Night for All Ages: Enjoy a night of fun with fellow gamers. Bring a chess board or board game to play. Call to register.
September 27, at 4 p.m., Beaded Friendship Bracelets for kids ages six+: Make friendship bracelets with words and colorful beads. Call to register.
Adult Services
September 21, 26, and 28, from 2-5 p.m., One-on-One Technology Help: Sit down for a half hour and receive technology help with any of your devices, including phones, tablets, and laptops. Receive help with apps, email, Facebook and social media, computer basics, or get any other technology questions answered. Call to register.
September 24, at 2 p.m., “Amelia Earhart: A First Person Portrayal, by Leslie Goddard: A living history portrayal of Amelia Earhart, her adventures, and what inspired her. Refreshments will be served.
September 25, at 7 p.m.: The evening book discussion group will be discussing “The Monument’s Men,” by Robert Edsel.
September 26, from 6:30 – 8 p.m., Chess and Board Game Night for All Ages: Enjoy a night of fun with fellow gamers. Bring a chess board or board game to play. Call to register.
September 27, at 7 p.m., Adult Craft Night: Make a painted frame with cute scrap book paper pumpkin cutouts; $10 fee. Call to register.
The Afternoon Book Club selection is available for pickup. The group will discuss “Twenty-One Days,” by Anne Perry, on Friday, October 13, at 4 p.m.