Call the library at 708-946-9090 for programs that require registration. During the Penfield construction project, the Penfield Street parking lot entrance is closed, but the Maxwell Street entrance will be open. Turn north on Maxwell from Indiana Avenue to get to the library.
WiFi hotspots and Rokus now are available for two-week checkout 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 spider ring take-and-make craft is available. Pick up any time.
October 12, 13, 19, and 20, at 10 a.m., Beecher Bookworm Buddies: Enjoy stories, games, music, and a craft for small children in the meeting room! Call to register.
October 18, at 4 p.m., STEAM Team Spider Web Challenge: Build a spider web, then test how much it can hold. Call to register.
October 12 – 19: Pumpkin decorating contest for ages birth through high school. Pumpkins are available at the circulation desk, while supplies last. Decorated pumpkins are due back by the October 19.
Drop-in Fall Look and Find: Children can look for items in our fall collage and earn a sticker!
Adult Services
October 12, 17, and 19, 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.
The Evening Book Discussion selection is available for pickup. The group will be discussing “Hament,” by Maggie O’Farrell, on Monday, October 23, at 7 p.m.
The Afternoon Book Club selection also is available for pickup. The group will discuss “The Lost and Found Bookshop,” by Susan Wiggs, on Friday, November 10, at 1 p.m.