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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.

Young & Restless

Saturday, May 3, 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...

#babytoddler

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

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 »

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Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Ananda Chicago Meditation Group

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Meditation Group

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

Meditation Group

Tau Xi Zeta - Zeta Phi Beta Chapter Meeting

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11:30am - 3:00pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Mentoring and Development

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

Mentoring and Development

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.

Star Wars Day: Costume Contest

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Prepare to transport yourself to a galaxy far, far away! We're calling all Jedis, Sith Lords, droids, smugglers, and creatures of all shapes and sizes to showcase their most impressive Star Wars costumes.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Prepare to transport yourself to a galaxy far, far away! We're calling all Jedis, Sith Lords, droids, smugglers, and creatures of all shapes and sizes to showcase their most impressive Star Wars costumes.

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" 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.

Star Wars Day

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

The Force Beckons you to the Oak Park Public Library for an epic celebration of Star Wars!

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

The Force Beckons you to the Oak Park Public Library for an epic celebration of Star Wars!

Disclaimer(s)

Physical Activity

By joining this class, you declare that you are physically fit and ready to participate and understand any physical activity may involve some risk of injury. You may rest at any time during the class. It is your responsibility to consult with your physician with respect to any past or present injury, illness, health problem, or any other condition or medication that may affect your participation.

The participant assumes all risks of injury and illness that may result from such participation. The participant agrees to waive and release the Oak Park Public Library, its officers, employees, trustees, and agents and shall hold such persons/entity harmless from any and all liability for any claim, suit, or other cause of action which might arise from injuries, illness, damages, or loss which may occur on account of participation in such activities.

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.

Star Wars Day: Origami & Movie

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Embark on a galactic adventure with this exciting program! We'll delve into the world of Star Wars by learning how to fold paper into iconic characters from the beloved film The Empire Strikes Back.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Embark on a galactic adventure with this exciting program! We'll delve into the world of Star Wars by learning how to fold paper into iconic characters from the beloved film The Empire Strikes Back.

Stars Wars Day: Button Making and Comic Books Giveaway

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Scoville Room at Main Library

Join us for a fun-filled day celebrating the Star Wars universe and the magic of comics!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Scoville Room
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled day celebrating the Star Wars universe and the magic of comics!

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 Present: Art & 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

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

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 "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Digital Learning" 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.

Star Wars Day: Edison Robots Podracing

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Get your pit crew together to program and decorate a pair of Edison Robot podracing engines, then set them off in a race to the finish line against a time limit!

Register now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get your pit crew together to program and decorate a pair of Edison Robot podracing engines, then set them off in a race to the finish line against a time limit!

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Ananda Chicago Chanting Practice

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Chanting & Music Practice

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

Chanting & Music Practice

Star Wars Day: Lightsaber Training at Scoville Park

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Offsite

"An elegant weapon for a more civilized age."

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Event Details:

"An elegant weapon for a more civilized age."

Disclaimer(s)

Physical Activity

By joining this class, you declare that you are physically fit and ready to participate and understand any physical activity may involve some risk of injury. You may rest at any time during the class. It is your responsibility to consult with your physician with respect to any past or present injury, illness, health problem, or any other condition or medication that may affect your participation.

The participant assumes all risks of injury and illness that may result from such participation. The participant agrees to waive and release the Oak Park Public Library, its officers, employees, trustees, and agents and shall hold such persons/entity harmless from any and all liability for any claim, suit, or other cause of action which might arise from injuries, illness, damages, or loss which may occur on account of participation in such activities.

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

Star Wars Day: Trivia

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

"Do or do not. There is no try." Put your Star Wars knowledge to the ultimate test in our thrilling trivia night! Journey through the galaxy far, far away as we delve into the depths of the Star Wars saga.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

"Do or do not. There is no try." Put your Star Wars knowledge to the ultimate test in our thrilling trivia night! Journey through the galaxy far, far away as we delve into the depths of the Star Wars saga.

Audio Booth Reservation

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Spring Music Recital

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Music Recital with snacks

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

Music Recital with snacks

WCCC Teen meeting

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
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

Sullivan Lane Townhomes Association

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Home Owner's Association meeting.

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

Home Owner's Association meeting.

Tutortastic Tutoring Session

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space

Audio Booth Reservation

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 1:15pm - 4:15pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Girl Scouts

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room

Girl Scout Troop 47440

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 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
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.

Shake, Rattle & Read at Maze

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze 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!

 

 

Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze 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

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
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

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.

Register now
Registration 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
Registration Required
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.

Indivisible West Side

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Plan and mobilize with Indivisible West Side

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

Plan and mobilize with Indivisible West Side