Reservation

Audio Booth Reservation

9:00am - 10:15am
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.

Shake Rattle and Read in the Veterans Room

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Event Details:

Music and movement are paired in this big, joyful storytime designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children up to age 5. 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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Near West Sketchers - Workshop: Perspective Drawing

10:00am - 12:15pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description

Perspective drawing techniques

This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.

Stay & Play

10:30am - 11:30am
Kids & Families
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families
Event Details:

Storytime's over, but the fun continues in the Veterans Room! Play, chat, dance - there's room for all, whether or not you made it to storytime today. Caregivers required, best for children 0-5.

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Day Meetings

11:00am - 3:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
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Audio Booth Reservation

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.

Words on Wednesday: James

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Authors & Books
Main Library
Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books
Required
Seats Remaining: 32

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

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Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation

1:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio: Media Station 2
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Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation

2:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio: Media Station 1
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Audio Booth Reservation

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

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
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Pack 4023 Bear Den Meeting

5:45pm - 7:00pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description

Monthly Bear Den Meeting

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
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.

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Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio: Media Station 1
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Audio Booth Reservation

6:00pm - 8:15pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
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Easing into Homeownership

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description

Easing into homeownership presentation with speakers representing various financing and credit repair options for prospective homeowners.
Topics include:
Down payment assistance programs
Buying a home when self-employed

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Victories of the Heart Men's Group

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

Group for men to discuss issues in their lives

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
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.