Black History Special Exhibit: The Brian and ShaRhonda Dawson Collection

11:00am - 2:00pm
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

5:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

VIRTUAL: Family, Literacy & Social Justice Speaker Series: Black History Saved My Life: Why Critical Race Theory Is Public Enemy Number 1 in Some Schools

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
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Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Attendees will hear the truth about why critical race theory is being "banned" from an author, history teacher, and TikTok influencer, who's had first-hand experience with the important role Black history—and other liberatory narratives—can play i

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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: Thrive Talk: Let’s Talk About Race

7:30pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
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Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

We know racism exists, but we often fail to understand the dynamics at play in perpetuating it.

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.