Black History Special Exhibit: The Brian and ShaRhonda Dawson Collection

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Multicultural
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Idea Box
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Multicultural
Event Details:

The Oak Park Public Library Multicultural Collection presents The Brian and ShaRhonda Dawson Collection, an exploration of the African-American experience through cultural and historical artifacts.

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STUDY

12:30pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

VIRTUAL: Black History of Early West African Civilizations

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Students Grades 9-12
Virtual
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Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Students Grades 9-12
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Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

All ages are invited to learn about the Black history of Early West African Civilizations in this interactive workshop led by ShaRhonda Knott Dawson of Brondihouse.

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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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Girl scout troop 47227

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room

VIRTUAL: Writers' Word Feast

1:30pm - 4:30pm
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books
Virtual
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Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books
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Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Writers' Word Feast

Bring your words and words yet to be written to this writers' group for writers of all types and genre. Each writer will get a chance to read their story, poem, or novel chapter and receive feedback from the group. Then we will spend some time writing!

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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.

VIRTUAL: Death Cafe

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Health & Wellness
Virtual
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Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Death Cafe

At a Death Cafe people, often strangers, gather to discuss death. The objective is to bring awareness to the impermanent nature of life so that we may remember the sacredness of each breath.

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Girl Scout Troop 47289 Meeting

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description

Girl Scout Monthly Meeting

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Rhoer Club Meeting (Teen Mentoring)

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Rhoer Club Meeting (Teen Mentoring)
Meeting/Event Description

Teen mentoring for girls age 12-18

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Girl Scout Troop 47408

2:45pm - 4:15pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
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Daisy troop 47209

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description

Daisy troop meeting - discussion, book, crafts.

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Boy Scout troop planning

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

VIRTUAL: Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board Meeting

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Civic Learning, Students Grades 9-12
Virtual
Registration closed
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Civic Learning, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board

Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board (LETAB) is a teen-led organization that promotes, supports, and creates library initiatives at Oak Park Public Library and throughout the community. We focus on programs, service, and advocacy that give teens a voice and facilitate opportunities for leadership.

The group meets monthly. Please register for this event if you would like to attend as a guest. Learn more about LETAB ยป

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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.