This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. Words on Wednesday: James 1:00pm - 2:00pm Authors & Books Main Library Register now Required This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Words on Wednesday: James 1:00pm - 2:00pm Main Library Register now Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Authors & Books Required Seats Remaining: 29 Words on Wednesday Expect stimulating conversation about fiction and nonfiction titles selected by Adult Services Librarians. Learn more about library-led book discussions » Event Details: From Percival Everett-a recipient of the NBCC Lifetime Achievement Award and finalist for the Pulitzer Prize, Booker Prize, and numerous PEN awards-comes
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Sustainability" group. VIRTUAL: Earth Lounge: Discussion Hour 6:00pm - 7:00pm Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability Virtual Register now Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Sustainability" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed VIRTUAL: Earth Lounge: Discussion Hour 6:00pm - 7:00pm Virtual Register now Library Branch: Virtual Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Join us for an open discussion on climate change and other environmental topics. You are invited to share an article, book, podcast, or film related to environmental issues that you'd like to discuss. 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.
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Present: Slowing Down With Amy Tan 7:00pm - 8:00pm Arts & Culture, Authors & Books Virtual This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Present: Slowing Down With Amy Tan 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books Event Details: National Humanities Medal winner and bestselling author of The Joy Luck Club, Amy Tan joins us to share on her body of work and reflect on the wonder of slowing down and savoring the quiet moments. Disclaimer(s) Illinois Libraries Present Virtual Program After you register (using the registration link above), 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. This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among 200+ public libraries—including Oak Park Public Library—offering premier events for participating member libraries of all sizes and budgets. Funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office for the Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). Illinois Libraries Present is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com.