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Election Day

9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
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Election Day

9:00am - 9:00pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
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Election Day

9:00am - 9:00pm
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room

Baby Lapsit

10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Welcome, infants and crawlers! 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.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.

VIRTUAL: Midday Meditation

12:00pm - 12:30pm
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
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Midday Meditation

You've likely heard people talk about the benefits of meditation for managing stress, boosting the immune system, and increasing energy. Now is a great time to start a practice or revisit one. This is a welcoming group of meditators, old and brand new. The session starts with Kundalini breath practices that offer powerful practices to shift your state of mind and make meditation more accessible.

About the instructor
Teacher Betsy Grimm is a yoga and meditation instructor who is drawn to practices to help manage mood, anxiety, and depression.

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.

Scrabble Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble. All skills levels and ages welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.

Drawing Workshop With Jacob Grant

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Authors & Books, Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Author and illustrator Jacob Grant shares his books and leads kids in a drawing workshop! Best for early elementary-aged kids; preschoolers will need adult support. Siblings are welcome.

Drop-In Earth Day Crafts

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Services Area Acorn Lab
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Kids & Families
Event Details:

In celebration of Earth Day this month, the new Acorn Lab in the Children's Services Area will be open Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 pm for upcycled crafts.

Supported Storytime

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Designed for children with disabilities 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.

Tea Talk

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Middle School Space
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8

Tea Talk

A place for middle school students to drink tea while getting the "tea" they need to succeed.

You, Me, We: Co-Ed Mentoring Program

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

A mentoring program for everyone! You, Me, We meets bi-monthly on Tuesdays, January 24–May 30.

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Meeting

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Present: Danny Trejo Talks Tacos, Hollywood & Redemption

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books
Event Details:

Actor, author, and restaurateur Danny Trejo will discuss how he developed a prolific career in the entertainment industry with a hard-earned and atypical road to success.

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.