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

VIRTUAL: Library Love With Mychal Threets

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week with library sensation Mychal Threets, in conversation with one of our very own librarians, Jabez. Mychal Threets has risen to fame on social m...

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining: 496
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week with library sensation Mychal Threets, in conversation with one of our very own librarians, Jabez. 

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.

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Community Partner" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.

National Arab American Heritage Month

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Please join the Oak Park Public Library and our community partners in celebrating Arab American Heritage Month! This vibrant cultural program is designed to foster understanding, a...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Event Details:

Please join the Oak Park Public Library and our community partners in celebrating Arab American Heritage Month! This vibrant cultural program is designed to foster understanding, appreciation, and celebration of Arab American heritage.

This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Beyond the Books Mentoring

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inhere...

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

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inherent capabilities and resources to realize their fullest potential.

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

College Student Game Nights!

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Age Group:
High School, Adults
Event Details:

If you're a college students and looking for more ways to expand beyond your social networks this is the event for you! Play some games, enjoy some snacks, and potentially mak...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

If you're a college students and looking for more ways to expand beyond your social networks this is the event for you! 

Play some games, enjoy some snacks, and potentially make some new friends here at the library.

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

What's Your Craft

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Middle School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

What's Your Craft is a DIY program designed to inspire self-motivation and personal growth through art for high school students. Each week, participants will explore a different cr...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Middle School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

What's Your Craft is a DIY program designed to inspire self-motivation and personal growth through art for high school students.

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

The Teen Library Gaming League

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
High School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

A gaming league hosted by teens for teens! Our very own Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board will be hosting a variety of gaming tournaments here at the library and all teens are ...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: High School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

A gaming league hosted by teens for teens! 

This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Beyond the Books Mentoring

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inhere...

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

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inherent capabilities and resources to realize their fullest potential.

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Job Readiness

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

College Readiness: Being a First Generation College Student

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Transitioning to college can be a challenge for many students, but for students who will be the first in theirfamily to obtain a college credential, it holds some additional challe...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Transitioning to college can be a challenge for many students, but for students who will be the first in their
family to obtain a college credential, it holds some additional challenges. Common questions and concerns of

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Job Readiness

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Job Readiness

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.

Shakespeare Fest

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate all things Shakespeare with an Open Mic, Elizabethan costume contest and crafts! 

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate all things Shakespeare with an Open Mic, Elizabethan costume contest and crafts!


 

This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.

Grief Journaling

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Scoville Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Register now
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Scoville Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

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.

This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Beyond the Books Mentoring

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inhere...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inherent capabilities and resources to realize their fullest potential.

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board Talent Show!

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Our very own Oak Park Public Library Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board will be hosting an exclusive talent show!Join us for an exciting night of fantastic performances! Registe...

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

Our very own Oak Park Public Library Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board will be hosting an exclusive talent show!

Join us for an exciting night of fantastic performances! 

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Glow With Confidence

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Glow with Confidence" is a Beauty & Wellness program dedicated to promoting healthy beauty and wellness practices for all students. Each month, we will feature an expert guest ...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Glow with Confidence" is a Beauty & Wellness program dedicated to promoting healthy beauty and wellness practices for all students.

This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.

IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL: Normalizing Neurodivergence: Understanding ADHD and Autism

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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: 58
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.

Masks Encouraged

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

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

What's Your Craft

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Middle School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

What's Your Craft is a DIY program designed to inspire self-motivation and personal growth through art for high school students. Each week, participants will explore a different cr...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Middle School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

What's Your Craft is a DIY program designed to inspire self-motivation and personal growth through art for high school students.

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

The Teen Library Gaming League

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
High School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

A gaming league hosted by teens for teens! Our very own Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board will be hosting a variety of gaming tournaments here at the library and all teens are ...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: High School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

A gaming league hosted by teens for teens! 

This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Presents: Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join award-winning author and illustrator Dan Santat for a fun and engaging event! Hear about his creative process, the inspiration behind his beloved books like "The Adventures of...

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

Join award-winning author and illustrator Dan Santat for a fun and engaging event!

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.

This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Beyond the Books Mentoring

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inhere...

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

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inherent capabilities and resources to realize their fullest potential.

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Dungeons and Dragons Club!

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Joins us for Dungeons and Dragons Club!Meet a group, make some friends and learn more about how to play!Attendees will be provided maps, figure standees and character sheets to hos...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Joins us for Dungeons and Dragons Club!

Meet a group, make some friends and learn more about how to play!

Attendees will be provided maps, figure standees and character sheets to host their very own Dungeons and Dragons Sessions!

This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Are You Smarter Than the MHS Team?

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults
Event Details:

Test your brainpower in a fun and fast-paced battle of wits! Join us for an exciting trivia, puzzles, and games showdown as the Middle & High School Services Team takes on Oak ...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults
Program Type: Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:

Test your brainpower in a fun and fast-paced battle of wits!

This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Beyond the Books Mentoring

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inhere...

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

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inherent capabilities and resources to realize their fullest potential.