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Art Exhibit: Works by Anna Zaderman

All Day 11/4 - 11/30
Maze Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Chicago artist Anna Zaderman will have her art work on display at the Maze Branch for the entire month of November. Please visit the library during its open hours to view her work....

Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Chicago artist Anna Zaderman will have her art work on display at the Maze Branch for the entire month of November. Please visit the library during its open hours to view her work.

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IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL: Understanding ADHD and Autism

Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

When you think about autism or ADHD, do you picture a boy in a school? Are you or your neurodivergent family member looking for support to help explain your needs? Curious about ne...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 44
Event Details:

When you think about autism or ADHD, do you picture a boy in a school? Are you or your neurodivergent family member looking for support to help explain your needs? Curious about neurodivergence in general?

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual & In-Person Program

After you register (below), you will receive an email with information about attending in person and a specific link to join the event virtually.

Please indicate whether you plan to attend the event in person or virtually when you register. 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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Tablet Time

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
Tablet Time:

It's Tablet Time in the Children's Services Area! Try apps for drawing, music, and video creation, puzzles and games, coding, science, and more!

Event Details:

Try out a new app, play a favorite game, share with a friend or by play yourself. Kids will play on Children's Services iPad in the storytime room. For Kids in grades PK-5.

Registration closed
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Tablet Time

It's Tablet Time in the Children's Services Area! Try apps for drawing, music, and video creation, puzzles and games, coding, science, and more!

Event Details:

Try out a new app, play a favorite game, share with a friend or by play yourself. Kids will play on Children's Services iPad in the storytime room. For Kids in grades PK-5.

Library closes at 5 pm; log in at oppl.org

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 11:45pm
Main Library, Maze Branch Library, Dole Branch Library, Virtual, Offsite

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Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Maze Branch Library, Dole Branch Library, Virtual, Offsite
Description:

Scheduled library closing; all library buildings close at 5 pm

Library closed; log in at oppl.org

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Main Library, Maze Branch Library, Dole Branch Library, Virtual, Offsite

Scheduled library closing See all closings » Review regular library hours by location » Unexpected, emergency closings are posted on this website and at the Eme...

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Maze Branch Library, Dole Branch Library, Virtual, Offsite
Description:

Scheduled library closing

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Tech Night for Kids

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Elementary School
Tech Night for Kids:

We'll have fun learning different technology concepts through hands-on experiences. Explore what's inside a computer, coding with robots, 3D printing, video production, and more!

Event Details:

In this month's program we'll have fun exploring circuits! Come and create a paper card with LED lights, conductive tape, and a battery, while learning about basic electronics and ...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Tech Night for Kids

We'll have fun learning different technology concepts through hands-on experiences. Explore what's inside a computer, coding with robots, 3D printing, video production, and more!

Event Details:

In this month's program we'll have fun exploring circuits! Come and create a paper card with LED lights, conductive tape, and a battery, while learning about basic electronics and how circuits work.


 

Craft Corner: Paper Bag Snowflakes

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Sustainability
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Craft Corner:

Craft Corner is an all-ages, intergenerational program that brings the community together to create projects throughout the year. With a focus on using different materials and upcy...

Event Details:

Join us to make stunning, reusable 3-D snowflakes out of flat bottomed paper bags (like grocery or lunch sacks). All materials provided, as well as instructions so you'll be able t...

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Required
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Sustainability
Required
Seats Remaining: 6

Craft Corner

Craft Corner is an all-ages, intergenerational program that brings the community together to create projects throughout the year. With a focus on using different materials and upcycling when possible, each craft is designed to appeal to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your family or neighbors for some hands-on fun! If you'd like, you can even bring your own materials to make the planned craft or create something uniquely your own.

Event Details:

Join us to make stunning, reusable 3-D snowflakes out of flat bottomed paper bags (like grocery or lunch sacks). All materials provided, as well as instructions so you'll be able to turn your next grocery run into a winter delight.

Tablet with lightbulb on screen

Tablet Time

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
Tablet Time:

It's Tablet Time in the Children's Services Area! Try apps for drawing, music, and video creation, puzzles and games, coding, science, and more!

Event Details:

Try out a new app, play a favorite game, share with a friend or by play yourself. Kids will play on Children's Services iPad in the storytime room. For Kids in grades PK-5.

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 12

Tablet Time

It's Tablet Time in the Children's Services Area! Try apps for drawing, music, and video creation, puzzles and games, coding, science, and more!

Event Details:

Try out a new app, play a favorite game, share with a friend or by play yourself. Kids will play on Children's Services iPad in the storytime room. For Kids in grades PK-5.

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime and Family Social Hour

Thursday, December 5, 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 and support needs ages 3+ with caregiver support. Classes are structured with visual schedules and include fun picture books and songs, with...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Event Details:

Designed for children with disabilities and support needs ages 3+ with caregiver support.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

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VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Presents: The Magic of Raina Telgemeier

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults
Event Details:

Discover the magic behind Raina's heartwarming and relatable stories as she shares insights into her creative process, inspiration, and the power of graphic novels. From the challe...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Discover the magic behind Raina's heartwarming and relatable stories as she shares insights into her creative process, inspiration, and the power of graphic novels.

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.

winter seeds and sowing

Winter Sowing for Native Seeds: All Ages Program

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12, Sustainability
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Late fall is actually a great time to plant seeds and we have 3 different varieties of native flower seeds at the library—Purple Coneflower, Smooth Blue Aster, and Partridge Pea.&n...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12, Sustainability
Event Details:

Late fall is actually a great time to plant seeds and we have 3 different varieties of native flower seeds at the library—Purple Coneflower, Smooth Blue Aster, and Partridge Pea. 

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Tech Night for Kids

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Elementary School
Tech Night for Kids:

We'll have fun learning different technology concepts through hands-on experiences. Explore what's inside a computer, coding with robots, 3D printing, video production, and more!

Event Details:

This month we'll have fun with coding by playing some unplugged coding games!

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 11

Tech Night for Kids

We'll have fun learning different technology concepts through hands-on experiences. Explore what's inside a computer, coding with robots, 3D printing, video production, and more!

Event Details:

This month we'll have fun with coding by playing some unplugged coding games!

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime and Family Social Hour

Thursday, December 12, 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 and support needs ages 3+ with caregiver support. Classes are structured with visual schedules and include fun picture books and songs, with...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Event Details:

Designed for children with disabilities and support needs ages 3+ with caregiver support.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Barbie & Ken Club

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
Barbie & Ken Club:

We provide the dream house, lots of fashions, accessories, shoes, horses, cars, and a choice of dolls. You simply bring your imagination! Barbie & Ken Club may see...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Kids & Families

Barbie & Ken Club

We provide the dream house, lots of fashions, accessories, shoes, horses, cars, and a choice of dolls. You simply bring your imagination!

Barbie & Ken Club may seem like just fun, but it promotes storytelling, dramatic play, narrative development, conflict resolution, sharing and parallel play, which are important for all kids.

Read to a Dog

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Dogs love to hear kids read and appreciate the cuddles as well! Come to the Children's Desk to sign up for a 10 minute reading slot. Book suggestions provided, or choose your ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Kids & Families
Event Details:

Dogs love to hear kids read and appreciate the cuddles as well! 

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Coding Fun For Kids

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Elementary School
Event Details:

“Want to explore the world of code? Join Codifica + Code in a bilingual (English and Spanish) setting! Sign up now to participate in fun brain breaks and learn about coding and its...

Join the waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

“Want to explore the world of code? Join Codifica + Code in a bilingual (English and Spanish) setting! Sign up now to participate in fun brain breaks and learn about coding and its intersection with cybersecurity, AI, and more!”

Holidays Around the World

Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Multicultural
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Celebrate and discover world holidays and traditions! Create crafts, play games, and share stories.  

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Kids & Families, Multicultural
Event Details:

Celebrate and discover world holidays and traditions! Create crafts, play games, and share stories.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

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Tablet Time

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
Tablet Time:

It's Tablet Time in the Children's Services Area! Try apps for drawing, music, and video creation, puzzles and games, coding, science, and more!

Event Details:

Try out a new app, play a favorite game, share with a friend or by play yourself. Kids will play on Children's Services iPad in the storytime room. For Kids in grades PK-5.

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 12

Tablet Time

It's Tablet Time in the Children's Services Area! Try apps for drawing, music, and video creation, puzzles and games, coding, science, and more!

Event Details:

Try out a new app, play a favorite game, share with a friend or by play yourself. Kids will play on Children's Services iPad in the storytime room. For Kids in grades PK-5.

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime and Family Social Hour

Thursday, December 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 and support needs ages 3+ with caregiver support. Classes are structured with visual schedules and include fun picture books and songs, with...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Event Details:

Designed for children with disabilities and support needs ages 3+ with caregiver support.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

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VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Presents: "Little Women: The Musical"

All Day 12/20 - 12/22
Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts made its London premiere in this acclaimed production at Park Theatre. Originally present...

Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts made its London premiere in this acclaimed production at Park Theatre.

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.

Bingo and Brunch With Bubbie

Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Merriam Levkowitz, America's favorite Drag Bubbe, brings all of the glamour and humor that a game of bingo really needs as your amazing host for Bingo Brunch!Join us for bingo...

Join the waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Merriam Levkowitz, America's favorite Drag Bubbe, brings all of the glamour and humor that a game of bingo really needs as your amazing host for Bingo Brunch!

Library closed; log in at oppl.org

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Main Library, Maze Branch Library, Dole Branch Library, Virtual, Offsite

Scheduled library closing See all closings » Review regular library hours by location » Unexpected, emergency closings are posted on this website and at the Eme...

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Maze Branch Library, Dole Branch Library, Virtual, Offsite
Description:

Scheduled library closing

LEGO Club

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

We provide the LEGO, you provide the imagination! Drop in and build your dreams. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Kids & Families
Event Details:

We provide the LEGO, you provide the imagination! Drop in and build your dreams. 

Kwanzaa Stories and Songs with Mama Edie

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Join Mama Edie for an interactive storytelling performance in celebration of Kwanzaa! Stories and songs of the history of African descended people will be within the explanation of...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Join Mama Edie for an interactive storytelling performance in celebration of Kwanzaa! Stories and songs of the history of African descended people will be within the explanation of the principles of the Nguzo Saba.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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