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Branches	Main Library															Maze Branch Library		Dole Branch Library	Virtual
Rooms	No room assigned	Veterans Room	Small Meeting Room	Lobby Community Space	Conference Room	Audio Booth	Creative Studio: Media Station 1	Creative Studio: Media Station 2	Children's Services Area	Gallery	Idea Box	Middle School Space	Outside Plaza	Scoville Room	Storytime Room	No room assigned	Maze Branch Meeting Room	Dole Branch Meeting Room	Virtual Program
All Day	This event is in the "Authors & Books" group This event is in the "Civic Learning" group This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group This event is in the "Kids & Families" group Boo-ktober! Children's Book Donation Drive All Day 10/1–10/31 Authors & Books, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families Main Library This event is in the "Authors & Books" group This event is in the "Civic Learning" group This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group This event is in the "Kids & Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Authors & Books, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families Event Details: The Oak Park Public Library is working together with Beyond Hunger to build home libraries in our community!								This event is in the "Kids & Families" group This event is in the "Sustainability" group Children's Halloween Costume Swap Drop-Off All Day 9/24–11/5 Kids & Families, Sustainability Main Library This event is in the "Kids & Families" group This event is in the "Sustainability" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Services Area Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Kids & Families, Sustainability Event Details: Have a Halloween costume to donate to the swap?	This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group Art Exhibit: "Liminal Threshold" by Rick Sullivan All Day 10/1–11/1 Arts & Culture Main Library This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Gallery Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture Event Details: Liminal Threshold explores the raw and unstable terrain between dissolution and emergence. Nothing is really fixed here: colors pulse, gestures fragment, and structure flickers in and out of coherence.	This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group This event is in the "Multicultural" group Idea Box: Day of the Dead Community Ofrenda All Day 10/20–11/8 Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural Main Library This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group This event is in the "Multicultural" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Idea Box Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural Event Details: You are invited to share an image of your loved ones who have passed away to be included in this year’s Dia de Muertos/Day of the Dead community ofrenda (altar).					This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group Art Exhibit: "Reflections": Work by Maria Cordova All Day 10/2–10/30 Arts & Culture Maze Branch Library This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Maze Branch Library Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture Event Details: Artist statement
9:00am						Reservation Audio Booth Reservation 9:00am–12:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Audio Booth
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9:30am		Reservation Arbor West Neighbors 9:30am–12:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar) Monthly MeetUp of members and guests.
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10:00am			Reservation United Healthcare Medicare Community Meeting 10:00am–11:00am Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar) Community meeting for people on Medicare. Sponsored by United Healthcare.												This event is in the "Kids & Families" group This event is in the "Storytimes" group Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room 10:00am–10:30am Kids & Families, Storytimes Main Library This event is in the "Kids & Families" group This event is in the "Storytimes" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes Event Details: This storytime is designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children up to age 5. Music and movement are paired in this big, joyful class. Get ready to sing and dance with your child! Disclaimer(s) Masks Encouraged Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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11:00am															This event is in the "Kids & Families" group This event is in the "Storytimes" group Baby Lapsit 11:00am–11:30am Kids & Families, Storytimes Main Library This event is in the "Kids & Families" group This event is in the "Storytimes" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes Event Details: Baby Lapsit This storytime is designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and babies who are not yet walking. Babies learn to associate books with fun and shared moments with their favorite adults. Short books are paired with songs and rhymes that are modeled to introduce pre-literacy skills. #babytoddler See all upcoming storytimes » #babytoddler Disclaimer(s) Masks Encouraged Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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11:30am					Reservation Interview 11:30am–2:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Conference Room
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12:00pm						Reservation Audio Booth Reservation 12:00pm–1:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Audio Booth
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12:30pm								Reservation Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation 12:30pm–3:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Creative Studio: Media Station 2											This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group VIRTUAL: Chair Yoga 12:30pm–1:00pm Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness Virtual Register now Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group Register now Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration will close on December 30, 2025 @ 12:30pm. Library Branch: Virtual Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness Registration Required Chair Yoga Calm and center your mind while moving your body through intentional poses and sequences. Chair yoga can improve your flexibility, concentration, and strength, while boosting your mood, and reducing stress and joint strain. Now is a great time to start a practice or revisit one. What to know before you join Chair yoga and meditation are accessible and open for all Dress comfortably Find a location where you can focus and dedicate 30 minutes to you You are not required to keep your camera on Prepare to take time to match your movement and motion and have a little fun Have a chair that can be stationary About the instructor Instructor DuShaun Branch is focused on bringing yoga to as many BIPOC and plus-sized communities as possible. She believes people not only need rest and relaxation, but resistance. Yoga is a powerful way to tap into the balance of ease and positive effort. DuShaun teaches through the lens of equity and trauma-informed, hosting classes in “nontraditional” settings all over the city. She intends on taking down as many barriers as possible to bring yoga to those who are looking for calm and relaxed minds. DuShaun truly believes yoga is for all, and shares that throughout Chicago and beyond. Disclaimer(s) Virtual Program After you register (below), you will receive an email with a specific Zoom link to join the event. By registering, you agree to library policy and understand that no conduct is permitted that may reasonably be expected to create a disturbance or otherwise interfere with the safe use and enjoyment of the library and program by others. All times are listed in Central time.
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1:00pm							Reservation Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation 1:00pm–4:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Creative Studio: Media Station 1
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3:30pm					Reservation Conversación de español 3:30pm–4:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Conference Room			Reservation Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation 3:30pm–6:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Creative Studio: Media Station 2
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4:00pm		This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group This event is in the "Community Partner" group This event is in the "Multicultural" group This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group 🎬 Lights, Camera, Community 4:00pm–5:45pm Arts & Culture, Careers & Businesses, Community Partner, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12 Main Library This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group This event is in the "Community Partner" group This event is in the "Multicultural" group This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Age Group: Middle School, High School Program Type: Arts & Culture, Careers & Businesses, Community Partner, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12 Event Details: 🎬 Lights, Camera, Community \| A Creative Adventure is your chance to step behind (and in front of) the camera to capture the real stories of Oak Park — through				Reservation Audio Booth Reservation 4:00pm–5:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Audio Booth						This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group Glow With Confidence 4:00pm–5:00pm Arts & Culture, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12 Main Library Registration closed Registration Required This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Middle School Space Age Group: Middle School, High School Program Type: Arts & Culture, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12 Registration Required Event Details: Glow with Confidence" is a Beauty & Wellness program dedicated to promoting healthy beauty and wellness practices for teens. Each session we will focus on covering topics like hair care, makeup, skincare, nail care, and more.			This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group This event is in the "Kids & Families" group This event is in the "Storytimes" group Supported Storytime & Family Play 4:00pm–4:45pm Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes Main Library This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group This event is in the "Kids & Families" group This event is in the "Storytimes" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes Event Details: Designed for children with disabilities and support needs ages 3+ with caregiver support. Classes are structured with visual schedules and include fun picture books and songs, with fine and gross motor movement activities. Disclaimer(s) Masks Encouraged Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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4:45pm							Reservation Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation 4:45pm–7:45pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Creative Studio: Media Station 1
5:00pm				This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group This event is in the "Kids & Families" group This event is in the "Sustainability" group Craft Corner: Spooky Jars 5:00pm–6:30pm Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Sustainability Main Library Registration closed Registration Required This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group This event is in the "Kids & Families" group This event is in the "Sustainability" group Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Lobby Community Space Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Sustainability Registration Required Event Details: Craft Corner Craft Corner is an all-ages, intergenerational program that brings the community together to create projects throughout the year. With a focus on using different materials and upcycling when possible, each craft is designed to appeal to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your family or neighbors for some hands-on fun! If you'd like, you can even bring your own materials to make the planned craft or create something uniquely your own. Join us to make spooky jars using upcycled glass jars, paint, and various art materials. Light up the night with your spooky jar at the Haunted Trails and Tales event being held in Scoville park afterward.
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5:30pm																	Reservation Oak Park Disability Access Commission Meeting 5:30pm–8:30pm Maze Branch Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Maze Branch Library Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar) This will be an official meeting of the Oak Park Disability Access Commission. We will promote the meeting and invite members of the public to attend.
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6:00pm			Reservation PING! Board Meeting 6:00pm–8:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room		Reservation Health and Wealth Education 6:00pm–8:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Conference Room								This event is in the "Kids & Families" group This event is in the "Storytimes" group Haunted Trails Tales in the Dark 6:00pm–6:45pm Kids & Families, Storytimes Main Library Registration closed Registration Required This event is in the "Kids & Families" group This event is in the "Storytimes" group Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Outside Plaza Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Get ready for some spooky stories after dark! Join us outside the library for a series of light fright stories and fun. Best for preschool and elementary age kids. Costumes encouraged.					Reservation Palestine: A Socialist Introduction' Book Club 6:00pm–8:30pm Dole Branch Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Dole Branch Library Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar) This month's reading will cover Chapter 3, 'The National Liberation Struggle: A Socialist Analysis.' This reprint of a 2002 article discusses 'why the struggle for Palestine inspires are rallies movements regionally' and argues that Palestinian li
6:15pm						Reservation Audio Booth Reservation 6:15pm–6:45pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Audio Booth
6:30pm		Reservation Halloween Piano Recital 6:30pm–8:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar) Students piano recital in costume.												This event is in the "Library Board" group Oak Park Public Library Regular Board Meeting 6:30pm–8:30pm Library Board Main Library This event is in the "Library Board" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Scoville Room Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Library Board Event Details: Board Meeting Library board meetings are open to the public. Learn more at oppl.org/board » Review meeting materials (pdf)
6:45pm						Reservation Audio Booth Reservation 6:45pm–7:45pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Audio Booth
7:00pm																			This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group Virtual: Adult Improv 7:00pm–8:30pm Arts & Culture Virtual Registration closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Virtual Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture Registration Required Adult Improv Looking for a way to let your inner comedian run free? Want to improve your quick-thinking skills? Join us for a night of spontaneous comedy. All skill levels welcome. Warning: Hilarity will ensue. Adult Improv is held both in person at the Maze Branch Library and virtually every month; see all upcoming Adult Improv events » Disclaimer(s) Virtual Program After you register (below), you will receive an email with a specific Zoom link to join the event. By registering, you agree to library policy and understand that no conduct is permitted that may reasonably be expected to create a disturbance or otherwise interfere with the safe use and enjoyment of the library and program by others. All times are listed in Central time.
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