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Beecher Community Library News
Call the library at 708-946-9090 for programs that require registration. The library will close at 4 p.m. on July 3 and 5, for the Beecher Fourth of July Festival and will be closed on July 4.
Sign-up for our summer reading program! Patrons of all ages can win prizes for reading during the summer!
Outdoor Used Book Sale: A number of used books are for sale on the front veranda at $1 each, including children’s, junior, teen, and adult books. The sale will not be available on rainy/wet days.
Enjoy fun drop-in activities at the library. Find objects in a children’s pool I-Spy, which is filled with summer objects, check out the caterpillars who will change into butterflies, or answer fun weekly questions to possibly win a Buddys gift certificate.
Youth Services
A new take-and-make craft will be available on July 1. Pick-up anytime!
June 27, at 10 a.m., Super Reader Story Time: Story time will be held indoors, and a reading specialist will visit to offer tips on raising life-long readers!
Adult Services
June 27 and July 2, from 2-5 p.m., One-on-One Technology Help: Sit down for a half hour and receive technology help with any 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 Afternoon Book Club selection is available for pick-up. The group will discuss “The Great Alone,” by Kristin Hannah, on Friday, July 12, at 1 p.m.
The Evening Book Discussion selection also is available. The group will discuss “The Book of Charlie,” by David Von Drehle, on Monday, July 22, at 7 p.m.
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Rush, Franciscan Alliance, Inc., Agree to Distinctive Strategic Partnership
Spread the loveRush and Franciscan Alliance, Inc., have signed a letter of intent (LOI) and associated services agreement that will provide advisory services to assist Franciscan Health Olympia Fields in graduate medical education and physician recruitment throughout 2022. Leaders from both health systems underscored the value of the collaboration that will result from the letter of intent…
New 2022 Ag Laws
Spread the loveRecently passed laws supporting the Illinois agriculture industry took effect January 1, and State Senator Patrick Joyce, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Committee and a fourth-generation farmer, is excited to see the positive change coming from this new legislation. “Agriculture is a vital industry across Illinois,” Joyce said. “I’m proud to have worked…
Beecher School Board Advises Caution With Covid
Spread the loveBy Jeff Vorva Illinois officials cut quarantine time in half for state schools, but Beecher 200U School District Superintendent Jack Gaham is still preaching caution. The Illinois Department of Public Health and Illiniois Board of Education plus the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention agreed to slice quarantine time from 10 to five…
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Beecher Wallops Illinois Lutheran, 86-37; Loses Momence Squeaker
Spread the loveOn Tuesday, January 11, Beecher brought home another huge conference victory, beating Illinois Lutheran, 86-37. The Bobcats took command with an early lead and never looked back. Game stats also were quite impressive for Beecher, considering Duane Doss and Mitch Landis only played 2.5 quarters. On the night, Doss’ total included 33 points, 9…
Seeking Nominations for Senior Illinoisan Hall of Fame
Spread the loveTo commemorate the achievements and contributions of older adults, State Senator Patrick Joyce is asking residents to submit nominations to the Senior Illinoisan Hall of Fame. “We all have an older family member, friend, or neighbor who helps make our community a better place,” Joyce said. “Their selfless acts deserve recognition, and that’s…
Holiday Tourney Results in Split for Bobcats
Spread the loveAfter a year’s absence, the Cliff Warkins Memorial Tournament at Erie High School was back in business, and the Beecher Bobcats showed their grit on the first day. In pool play on Monday, December 27, the Bobcats came away victorious against Orion, 53-50. High scorers for Beecher were Duane Doss with 22 and…
Beecher Police Blotter: December 16 – January 2
Spread the loveDisclaimer: Charges against each defendant are merely accusations, with defendants presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. December 16, officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Dixie Highway for a criminal damage to property report. A long scratch purposely was made on the unoccupied vehicle parked at that location.…
BCL Hosting Free Vaccine Clinics
Spread the loveBeecher Community Library, 660 Penfield Street, is hosting free vaccine clinics for children ages five-11 and adults ages 12+. Clinics are sponsored by the Illinois Department of Public Health. For children ages five-1, clinics will be on Saturday, January 15, from 8 a.m. – noon, and Saturday, February 5, from 8 a.m. – noon.…
Sen. Joyce: December Newsletter
Spread the loveWe can easily lose sight of it – but, often, the greatest gift we receive is the opportunity to give back. I was fortunate to grow up in a family that always put public service first. When my parents served in the Illinois Senate, they knew their role was to help others get…
Rep. Haas’ Thoughts on Fallen and Injured Bradley Police Officers
Spread the loveState Representative Jackie Haas (79th District) issued the following statement regarding the tragic shooting of two Bradley police officers this week. “Please keep the Bradley Police Department in your prayers today,” Haas said. “Early this morning, we lost a dedicated and capable officer when she made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our community.…
Pandemic Takes Tolls on Schools
Spread the loveReport card reflects impact COVID has had on districts! By Bob Bong and Peter Hancock One year after COVID-19 scrambled the state’s public school system with schools alternating between in-person and remote learning because of uncertainty caused by the pandemic, the Illinois State Board of Education has released its school report card for…
