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PSA Talent Search

9:30am–1:30pm
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

Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room

10:00am–10:30am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
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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Yarns & Yarns

10:00am–11:30am
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room
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Youth Network Council

10:30am–12:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
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Reimagining Adventure As We Age

1:00pm–4:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description

Program targeted toward older adults about how to be more adventurous as we age

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PSA Talent Search

1:30pm–4:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
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Chapter Chasers Book Club

3:00pm–5:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
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Study Rooms Reservation

3:30pm–4:30pm
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Sustainability" group

Upcycle Winter Craft

4:00pm–5:30pm
Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Sustainability
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Sustainability
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Event Details:

Repurpose materials and make a fun winter craft to take home or give as a gift! 

This event is in the "Authors & Books" group

Otherworldly Reads Book Club: "The Kaiju Preservation Society"

6:00pm–7:00pm
Authors & Books
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books
Registration Required
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Otherworldly Reads

In Otherworldly Reads, you can enjoy a bimonthly book discussion where we alternate between science fiction and fantasy literature. Learn more about library-led book discussions »

This event is in the "Civic Learning" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group

Registracion para clases de Inglés como Segundo Idioma (ESL) en el Colegio de Triton/ESL Registration Event with Triton College

6:00pm–7:00pm
Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism
Registration Required
Event Details:

Para obtener más información y/o registrarte para clases, asiste a la Sesión Informativa el jueves 11 de enero de 6 p.m. a 7 p.m. en la Biblioteca Pública de Oak Park, 834 Lake Street, en el Espacio Comunitario en el primer piso.

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Steering Committee Diversity Oak Park

6:00pm–8:00pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
This event is in the "Library Board" group

Oak Park Public Library Special Board Meeting

6:30pm–8:30pm
Library Board
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Scoville Room
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

Board Meeting

Library board meetings are open to the public. Learn more at oppl.org/board »

Meeting agenda will be linked from this page—and via oppl

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group

VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Present: Speculating About Our AI Future With Cory Doctorow, Ken Liu & Martha Wells

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

Join us for a panel discussion featuring three best-selling science fiction writers, Cory Doctorow, Ken Liu, and Martha Wells.

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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Oak Park Toastmasters January In Person Meeting

7:00pm–8:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room