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"Fruit Abundant" Oil on Canvas, 2023

Art Exhibit: "The Joy of Plein Air Painting" by Priscilla Huang

All Day 8/27 - 9/28
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

From the artist "I discovered the joy of painting en plein air (a French term for 'in the open air,' referring to the practice of painting outdoors rather than in a studio) seven ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Multicultural
Event Details:

From the artist

Idea Box: Hispanic Heritage Month

All Day 9/15 - 10/15
Idea Box at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

You are invited to view what we have going on in the space this month!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Idea Box
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Event Details:

You are invited to view what we have going on in the space this month!

Sounds Good Choir Alto Rehearsal

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Meet & Greet with video sharing of choir techniques/warm-up activities + rehearsal.

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

Meet & Greet with video sharing of choir techniques/warm-up activities + rehearsal.

Glowforge Learning Lab

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Creative Studio at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio

Wonder Works Children's Museum In Service Training

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 9:45am - 1:45pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Wonder Works Children's Museum In Service Training

Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description

Wonder Works Children's Museum In Service Training

Puppets on a stage

Shake, Rattle & Read at Euclid Square Park

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Offsite
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

We’re partnering with the Park District of Oak Park to bring the library to your neighborhood! Share books, songs, and play with fun storytimes in our parks. Best for families with...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Event Details:

We’re partnering with the Park District of Oak Park to bring the library to your neighborhood! Share books, songs, and play with fun storytimes in our parks. Best for families with kids 0-5.

Audio Booth Reservation

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Internet Security / Seguridad De Internet

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Digital Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Find out how to protect yourself online by creating secure accounts and avoiding common scams. This workshop will be taught in English and Spanish by digital literacy experts wi...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Digital Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Find out how to protect yourself online by creating secure accounts and avoiding common scams.

Living and Dying Well Book Club

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 1:15pm - 3:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room

Audio Booth Reservation

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Email Basics / Fundamentos de Correo Electrónico

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Digital Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Understand the basics of email, from sending messages to managing your inbox with ease. This workshop will be taught in English and Spanish by digital literacy experts with the ...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Digital Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Understand the basics of email, from sending messages to managing your inbox with ease.

Access Granted

Access Granted Co-Ed Mentor Program

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

This program offers mentorship for students grades 6 through 12, providing them with invaluable life lessons and offering them a safe space to build social and professional skills....

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Careers & Businesses, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:

This program offers mentorship for students grades 6 through 12, providing them with invaluable life lessons and offering them a safe space to build social and professional skills.

Building Code Advisory Commission Meeting

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Meeting/Event Description:

The Village of Oak Park's September Building Code Advisory Commission Meeting.

Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description

The Village of Oak Park's September Building Code Advisory Commission Meeting.

Peace of the Land

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Open discussion meeting and public are welcome

Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description

Open discussion meeting and public are welcome

Something New Movie Cover

Melanin Love Film Series: "Something New"

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate Melanin Love this fall with six movies showcasing Black love and relationships. In Something New, a beautiful L.A. career woman, Kenya works as a senior manager at a p...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:

Celebrate Melanin Love this fall with six movies showcasing Black love and relationships.

Live4Lali Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Live4Lali is a harm reduction non profit operating in 7 counties aiming to end the stigma of substance use through education and human connection.  Free community class!! L...

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

Live4Lali is a harm reduction non profit operating in 7 counties aiming to end the stigma of substance use through education and human connection. 

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime and Family Social Hour

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
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 mo...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.

VIRTUAL: Nobody's Fool: Why We Get Taken In & What We Can Do About It

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Civic Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

We're all susceptible to misinformation, often spreading it unknowingly. While stopping it entirely is impossible, we can learn how deception works, recognize the signs, and empowe...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Civic Learning
Event Details:

We're all susceptible to misinformation, often spreading it unknowingly. While stopping it entirely is impossible, we can learn how deception works, recognize the signs, and empower ourselves. 

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.

Nikk

VIRTUAL: Transgender 101

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Learn about key concepts and terminology related to gender identity, including what it means to be transgender. Explore considerations and challenges faced by transgender individua...

Register now
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Learn about key concepts and terminology related to gender identity, including what it means to be transgender. Explore considerations and challenges faced by transgender individuals, and gain practical tools for being respectful and supportive.

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.

Oak Park Writers Group

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Audio Booth Reservation

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Pro Bono Network Justice Boot Camp Training

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Pro Bono Network Justice Boot Camp

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

Pro Bono Network Justice Boot Camp

SUD+ Recovery Support Services OKR Development

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Building With Blocks

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Building With Blocks:

We provide the wooden building blocks; you provide the imagination! For ages 0-5.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families

Building With Blocks

We provide the wooden building blocks; you provide the imagination! For ages 0-5.