Get yourself a transceiver so you can tune in to ATIS frequencies which you can get from resources including the A/FD.

www.marvgolden.com has been a favorite of mine for pilot supplies. Prices are very attractive, and service is quick and down-to-earth.

Besides just the approach pattern, you can get a lot more insight to and appreciation for all that goes into putting a plane into the air, keeping it there, and putting it back on the ground.

Have fun. (Just lay off the transmit button).