Shake, Rattle & Read

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
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Seats Remaining: 9
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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consultation

11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Meeting/Event Description

consultation with colleague

Celebrating Seniors Week: Free Blood Pressure Screenings & Q&A

11:00am - 1:00pm
Health & Wellness
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join Duly Health and Care for a free blood pressure reading and take a step toward ensuring a healthy future!

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

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Rush Medical Center

11:00am - 1:00pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
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Audio Booth Reservation

11:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
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Helping out a Patron

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

Words on Wednesday: "The Worst Hard Time"

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books
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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:

In Timothy Egan's The Worst Hard Time, th

Creative Studio: Open Studio Hours

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Digital Learning
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Digital Learning
Event Details:

The Creative Studio is open!

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Pokémon Meet-up

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: High School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12

Pokémon Meet-up

Join us for a weekly Pokemon Fan Club!

There will be tables set up where you can learn and play the Pokemon Trading Card Game, and plug-in ports are available to charge up any handheld devices so Pokemon GO gamers are absolutely welcome! Snacks will be provided.

Trading of physical items will not be allowed on the premises, so please ask your parent or guardian to facilitate any exchanges between teens or children.

This event is for children and teens only.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Access Granted Male Mentor Program

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Careers & Businesses, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Careers & Businesses, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
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Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Every student deserves ACCESS. The Oak Park Public Library offers a plethora of physical and digital resources and programs for middle and high schoolers. 

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Immigration Support Services

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Meeting/Event Description

Support services for Venezuelan immigrant community

Adult Board Game & Lego Night

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Health & Wellness
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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Seats Remaining: 44
Event Details:

Join us for a night of open gaming with other board game and Lego enthusiasts. Some games and Lego sets will be provided, but bring a game and sets of your own to share or play with others. 

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Masks Encouraged

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

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OPALGA+ Board Meeting

6:45pm - 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

Monthly board meeting for Oak Park Area Lesbian and Gay Association + (OPALGA+). The board has 12 members, our meetings our open to the public but we do not expect any additional guests at the May meeting.

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Troop 2 Committee Meeting

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room

VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Present: On Being Fabulous With Jonathan Van Ness & Kristi Yamaguchi

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books
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:

Queer Eye and Getting Curious star and ice skating superfan, Jonathan Van Ness talks with his idol, Olympic Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi. They’ll chat figure skating, fabulous style, and whatever else comes up!

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.

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Victories Mens group

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description

A men's small group which part of Victories for men.