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    Join us live on Zoom on Thursday, November 5 at 7: Join us live on Zoom on Thursday, November 5 at 7:00 p.m. for a book discussion about Donald Ray Pollock's novel "The Devil All the Time" — now a Netflix film starring Tom Holland and Robert Pattinson!⁠ ⁠ Books are available at the Library's Circulation Desk or via Curbside Pickup. Register for the discussion at the link in our bio. 🔥 ⁠ ⁠
    Check out Miss Priscyla's list of books about cros Check out Miss Priscyla's list of books about crossing the border and understanding what it means to be from neither this side nor that side of the border — "ni de aqui o de alla". She’s also shares a list of novels that she enjoyed reading when she was growing up!⁠ ⁠ View it at the link in our bio 📖
    The majority of the Library’s programs are curre The majority of the Library’s programs are currently occurring virtually, live on Zoom!⁠ ⁠ Registration for these virtual programs is required through our online calendar (🔗 link in bio!). You can also register for programs over the phone: (630) 766-4642. We’re happy to help!⁠ ⁠ Please note that registration closes 24 hours prior to the event, so if you’re interested in a program, register early before it’s too late!
    The new film adaptation of Daphne du Maurier’s g The new film adaptation of Daphne du Maurier’s gothic novel "Rebecca" is now streaming on Netflix! ⁠ ⁠ Check out our hand-picked list of classic gothic novels and contemporary gothic works that are perfect for fans of "Rebecca" and gothic suspense. 🖤 LINK IN BIO 🖤
    Our November/December Program Guide is out now! 🍂 ⁠ ⁠ Browse our wide variety of free programs for all age — crafts, family nights, Santa programs, guest speakers, and more! ⁠ ⁠ Take a look 👀 at the link in our bio!
    ✨ 🕷 𝑠 𝑝 𝑜 𝑜 𝑘 𝑦 𝑣 𝑖 ✨ 🕷 𝑠 𝑝 𝑜 𝑜 𝑘 𝑦 𝑣 𝑖 𝑏 𝑒 𝑠 🎃 ✨⁠ ⁠ The 20/30ish Book Club is reading "The Haunting of Hill House" this month! At under 200 pages, there's still plenty of time to read & join us... See you (virtually) on Wednesday, October 28 at 7:00 p.m. for a ghostly good time! 👻⁠ ⁠ 🔗 LINK IN BIO to sign up! ⁠ ⁠ #thehauntingofhillhouse #spookyvibes #liveonzoom #bookclub #halloween #october #happyhalloween #bookstagram #thehauntingofblymanor
    Welcome to our new Parenting and Home Learning col Welcome to our new Parenting and Home Learning collections, located in the Early Learning Center! ⭐️⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ In the parenting section, you’ll find resources and books exploring topics like going to the doctor, dealing with frustration, and potty training — and in the home learning section, browse materials all about homeschooling and school readiness. We even have a selection of fun, educational games to check out!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Questions? Contact the Youth Services Department at (630) 766-4642!
    We are proud to announce "Punching the Air" for th We are proud to announce "Punching the Air" for the 14th annual Bensenville Reads program! ⁠ ⁠ With spellbinding lyricism, "Punching the Air" tells a moving and deeply profound story about how one boy is able to maintain his humanity and fight for the truth, in a system designed to strip him of both.⁠ ⁠ Author @ibizoboi will join us live on Zoom on Thursday, November 12 at 6:30 PM for a discussion about her book. All are welcome to attend! Registration is required. Call (630) 766-4642 or register online at the link in our bio. ⭐⁠ ⁠ #ibizoboi #punchingtheair #americanstreet #bensenville #virtualauthorvisit #liveonzoom #book #speaker #librariesofinstagram #bookstagram #publiclibrary #read #lovemylibrary
    Join us on Monday, October 19 at 7:30 p.m. as we w Join us on Monday, October 19 at 7:30 p.m. as we welcome author, educator, and archivist Linda Gartz live on Zoom for a discussion of her award-winning book "Redlined". ⁠ ⁠ Inspired by a trove of long-hidden family letters, diaries, and photos spanning the 20th century, "Redlined" interweaves a riveting family story with the history of redlining, the discriminatory federal lending policies that segregated America.⁠ ⁠ Register ➡️ LINK IN BIO
    #OnThisDay in 1949... A group of the Bensenville L #OnThisDay in 1949... A group of the Bensenville Lions Club sits for a portrait at a golf outing at Mohawk Country Club, October 9, 1949. #FlashbackFriday⁠ ⁠ Visit the Bensenville Historical Collection online at: benlib.org/local-history-online (LINK IN BIO)⁠
    Wear your pajamas and join Miss Kyrie live on Zoom Wear your pajamas and join Miss Kyrie live on Zoom on Monday, October 12 at 6:30 p.m. for our favorite relaxing bedtime tales and rhymes. We will end the evening with a simple craft to help us off to sleep! ⁠ ⁠ 🌙 Register at the link in our bio! 🌙
    Join Dustin Pari, from the SyFy Channel’s “Gho Join Dustin Pari, from the SyFy Channel’s “Ghost Hunters", on Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00 p.m. for a free Zoom presentation exploring his paranormal research! Dustin presents an honest and respectful retrospective piece on contacting the other side, complete with historical stories, anecdotal tales from his travels, and evidence from his investigations — just the right mix of educational, fun, and creepy! 👻⁠ ⁠ Register at the link in our bio or by calling us at (630) 766-4642. Registration closes 24 hours before the event!⁠ ⁠ #bensenville #liveonzoom #ghosthunters #dustinpari #paranormal #paranormalresearch #halloween #spooky #haunted #creepy #happyhalloween
    From 1929 to 2009, Kiddieland in Melrose Park brou From 1929 to 2009, Kiddieland in Melrose Park brought joy to thousands. Join us this Monday, October 5 at 7:00 p.m., live on Zoom, as we welcome historian and Oakton College professor Cheryl Brown for a nostalgic history of Kiddieland. Learn about the final auction of the rides, why the park had to close 10 years ago, and where the rides are today.⁠ ⁠ Registration closes Sunday, 10/4 at 7:00 p.m., so register now! ➡️ LINK IN BIO⁠ ⁠ #kiddieland #melrosepark #nostalgia #vintage #amusementpark #park #history
    Strangers find themselves faking relationships, en Strangers find themselves faking relationships, enemies turn into lovers, and former couples get a second chance at romance — and that's just the beginning... 💕⁠ ⁠ See our picks for best new contemporary romance reads of 2020 ➡️ link in bio!
    Are you or your child having difficulty understand Are you or your child having difficulty understanding how to login and use Zoom during remote learning or for other virtual programs? We are here to help! 💻 Call us or stop in to schedule a one-on-one appointment, and a staff member will sit down and walk you through Zoom and answer any questions you may have. We can also provide appointments in Spanish.
    A 1915 photo of First Evangelical Church, which st A 1915 photo of First Evangelical Church, which stood on Lincoln Street, east of York Road. Built from 1874-1876 in the American Gothic or Carpenter Gothic style, an architectural style that utilized wood instead of stone in the construction of houses and churches.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Perhaps the most well-known example of this architecture is in the painting American Gothic by Grant Wood. In both photos you can see the quintessential elements of “American Gothic” architecture: white wood with instances of pointed arches, steep gables, and decorative wooden elements.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Browse more historical photos at the link in our bio! 🗝️⁠⠀ #FlashbackFriday #americangothic #grantwood #gothic #gothicrevival #painting #carpentergothic #architecture #archives #bensenville #localhistory
    Looking to chat with new people or just read some Looking to chat with new people or just read some new books? Our virtual book clubs meet live on Zoom! We feature a variety of book clubs for different interests. Check them out at the link in our bio! 📖⁠ ⁠ Registration is required through our online calendar or by phone. Books are available one month prior to the event and can be picked up at the Circulation Desk or by using our Curbside Pickup Service.
    Need to print, copy, or fax? Need to use a compute Need to print, copy, or fax? Need to use a computer? Printing, copying, and faxing services are available FOR FREE at the Library — up to 25 pages. We also have a limited number of computers available for anyone to use, no library card required! We only ask that you limit your visit to a maximum of two hours and please wear your mask while at the Library. 🙂 Questions? Call us at (630) 766-4642.
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