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Girl Scouts

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room

Upraising Men's Meeting

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Social mens meeting

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

Social mens meeting

Seraj Library Project

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

Audio Booth Reservation

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
Puppets on a stage

Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

This storytime is designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children up to age 5. Music and movement are paired in this big, joyful class. Get ready to sing and dance with your child!

 

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

This storytime is designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children up to age 5. Music and movement are paired in this big, joyful class. Get ready to sing and dance with your child!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Rowan Birthday

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

Audio Booth Reservation

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:15am - 1:15pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Youth Network Council

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room

Great Decisions- After Gaza: American Policy in the Middle East

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room

TRAINING

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

TRAINING

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

TRAINING

History of AWN

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 2:30pm - 6:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Arbor West Neighbors program during Celebrating Seniors Week

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

Arbor West Neighbors program during Celebrating Seniors Week

Math tutor

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room

Audio Booth Reservation

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula K Le Guin

Otherworldly Reads Book Discussion: "The Lathe of Heaven"

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Authors & Books
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Otherworldly Reads:

In Otherworldly Reads, you can enjoy a bimonthly book discussion where we alternate between science fiction and fantasy literature. Learn more about library-led book discussio...

In The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula K Le Gui

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Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books
Registration Required
Event Details:

Otherworldly Reads

In Otherworldly Reads, you can enjoy a bimonthly book discussion where we alternate between science fiction and fantasy literature. Learn more about library-led book discussions »

In The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula K Le Gui

Encoded Memories, mixed media collage -images from the OPPL Special Collections Archives

Art Exhibit Reception: "Encoded Memories" curated by Betty Kim

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Sustainability
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Meet the artists and view the exhibition, light refreshments will be provided.

About the Art Exhibition

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Sustainability
Event Details:

Meet the artists and view the exhibition, light refreshments will be provided.

About the Art Exhibition

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime and Family Play

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School

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 fine and gross motor movement activities.

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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. 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.

Oak Park Toastmasters

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

Stretch Life Group

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Stretch is a Life Group built to support others with spirtual guidiance, encouragement and community.

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

Stretch is a Life Group built to support others with spirtual guidiance, encouragement and community.

CPS Vendor Professional Development

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

We're holding a free Professional Development session for Title I Interventionists and educational organizations on best teaching practices for math intervention.

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

We're holding a free Professional Development session for Title I Interventionists and educational organizations on best teaching practices for math intervention.

Audio Booth Reservation

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 9:15am - 12:15pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
Kathy

Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool

Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.

Register now
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Puppets on a stage

Shake, Rattle & Read at Dole

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

An energetic program designed for children up to age 5, with caregivers. Get ready to sing, dance, and listen to great stories!

 

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

An energetic program designed for children up to age 5, with caregivers. Get ready to sing, dance, and listen to great stories!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Navigating End-of-Life Choices: Exploring Care Options in Oak Park, River Forest, and Forest Park

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Join us for an informative session that explores key aspects of end-of-life planning, including creating advance directives and legal documents to ensure your wishes are honored. L...

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

Join us for an informative session that explores key aspects of end-of-life planning, including creating advance directives and legal documents to ensure your wishes are honored.

Friday group

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:15pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room