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Audio Booth Reservation

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Oak Park End-of-Life Options Coalition monthly meeting

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Monthly meeting Oak Park End-of-Life Options Coalition

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

Monthly meeting Oak Park End-of-Life Options Coalition

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime and Family Social Hour

Thursday, January 23, 2025 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. 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.

Development and Historic Preservation in Oak Park

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Meeting Space at Virtual
Virtual
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Meeting Space
Michelle Buteau

VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Present: Love & Laughs With Michelle Buteau

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join the hilarious Michelle Buteau for a night of side-splitting comedy as she shares personal stories about love, life, and everything in between. Get ready to laugh, relate, and ...

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

Join the hilarious Michelle Buteau for a night of side-splitting comedy as she shares personal stories about love, life, and everything in between. Get ready to laugh, relate, and be inspired by her unique perspective and infectious energy.

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.

Development and Historic Preservation in Oak Park

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Presentation, panel discussion and audience questions about the role of Historic Preservation, Zoning, Land Use and Public Planning related to new construction, existing historic b...

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

Presentation, panel discussion and audience questions about the role of Historic Preservation, Zoning, Land Use and Public Planning related to new construction, existing historic buildings and historic districts in Oak Park

LEGO Club

Friday, January 24, 2025 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. 

Puppets on a stage

Shake, Rattle & Read at Dole

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

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

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.

Audio Booth Reservation

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Friday group

Friday, January 24, 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
Desk space with a laptop, phone, pen, and notebook

One-on-One Small Business Consulting

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room E at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you have questions about starting or growing a business? Sit down with Chettha Saetia, business owner, business advisor, and Director of The Illinois Small Business Development ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room E
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Careers & Businesses
Event Details:

Do you have questions about starting or growing a business? Sit down with Chettha Saetia, business owner, business advisor, and Director of The Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA).

Puppets on a stage

Shake, Rattle & Read

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
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 d...

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.

Tablet with lightbulb on screen

Coding Fun For Kids

Saturday, January 25, 2025 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...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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!”

Daisy Troop 47914 Meeting

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Veterans Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

English Language Conversation

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join other English language learners to practice English and learn new vocabulary in an informal setting. Conversation Facilitators will lead the session with a variety of topics f...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:

Join other English language learners to practice English and learn new vocabulary in an informal setting. Conversation Facilitators will lead the session with a variety of topics for conversation.

Frank Lloyd Wright Trust Volunteer Meeting

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Meeting/Event Description:

A/V projector and screen needed for meeting.

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

A/V projector and screen needed for meeting.

Bear Den Meeting

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
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
Puppets on a stage

Young & Restless

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Young & Restless:

Babies learn to associate books with fun and shared moments with favorite adults during this storytime designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children birth to...

Event Details:

#babytoddler

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

Young & Restless

Babies learn to associate books with fun and shared moments with favorite adults during this storytime designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children birth to 24 months. One-year-olds love to wander and listen while they explore, and caregivers can help them participate while on the move. Short books are paired with songs and rhymes that are modeled to introduce pre-literacy skills. #babytoddler See all upcoming storytimes »

Event Details:

#babytoddler

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

en agosto nos vemos

Leyendo Libros: "En agosto nos vemos"

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

¡Acompáñanos al Club de Lectura de tu biblioteca! Disfruta de una hora de conversación sobre el libro escrito por Gabriel Garcia Marquez, "En agosto nos vemos".  Las copi...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

¡Acompáñanos al Club de Lectura de tu biblioteca!

Ananda Chicago Meditation Group

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room

Jack and Jill Teen Group

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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

Chicago sf book discussion

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

book discussion: Planetside by Michael Mammay

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

book discussion: Planetside by Michael Mammay

TCS Philo Affiliate

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space

Girl Scout meeting

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Meeting/Event Description:

We will be making Valentines cards

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

We will be making Valentines cards