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Los Amigos Que Hablan Español

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Informal gathering of Oak Park adults who meet to practice conversational Spanish. There is no formal teaching or set agenda at these meetings.

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

Informal gathering of Oak Park adults who meet to practice conversational Spanish. There is no formal teaching or set agenda at these meetings.

Kwanzaa Celebration

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Come and celebrate Kwanzaa at the Oak Park Public Library! Hosted by community leader Ade Onayemi, this free, family-friendly event brings together music, dance, culture, and community. 

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 30, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and celebrate Kwanzaa at the Oak Park Public Library! Hosted by community leader Ade Onayemi, this free, family-friendly event brings together music, dance, culture, and community. 

Virtual: Adult Improv

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Adult Improv:

Looking for a way to let your inner comedian run free? Want to improve your quick-thinking skills? Join us for a night of spontaneous comedy. All skill levels welcome. Warning: Hil...

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on December 30, 2025 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required

Adult Improv

Looking for a way to let your inner comedian run free? Want to improve your quick-thinking skills? Join us for a night of spontaneous comedy. All skill levels welcome. Warning: Hilarity will ensue.

Adult Improv is held both in person at the Maze Branch Library and virtually every month; see all upcoming Adult Improv events »

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.

Blocks Preschool Hang

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Preschooler hang

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

Preschooler hang

Countdown to 2026 Memory Journals

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School

Let's close the book on 2025 and get ready for a new year! We'll have paper for kids to create and decorate their own books where they can write or draw out their memories of 2025, plus make wishes and goals for 2026. 

 

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 31, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Kids & Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's close the book on 2025 and get ready for a new year! We'll have paper for kids to create and decorate their own books where they can write or draw out their memories of 2025, plus make wishes and goals for 2026. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

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

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 11:45pm
Main Library, Maze Branch Library, Dole Branch Library, Virtual, Offsite

Scheduled library closing; all library buildings close at 5 pm See all closings » Review regular library hours by location » Unexpected, emergency closings are ...

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
Main Library, Maze Branch Library, Dole Branch Library, Virtual, Offsite

Scheduled library closingSee all scheduled closings and review regular library hours by location.Unexpected, emergency closings are posted at oppl.org.Anytime, from anywhere, log i...

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

Scheduled library closing

LaLeche League

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Gathering for new caregivers to receive breastfeeding support.

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

Gathering for new caregivers to receive breastfeeding support.

Audio Booth Reservation

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Friday Mtg Group

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Audio Booth Reservation

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Make Your Own Bookmarks

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School

We'll supply paper, markers, string, and a laminator, you bring your creativity! Design your own bookmarks for yourself or to give as gifts, and we will laminate them so you can keep them forever!

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 29, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Kids & Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll supply paper, markers, string, and a laminator, you bring your creativity! Design your own bookmarks for yourself or to give as gifts, and we will laminate them so you can keep them forever!

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

English Language Conversation

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

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.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 3, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism
Registration Required
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.

Chicago DSA West Cook Branch Meeting

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

January regular meeting of the West Cook Branch of Chicago Democratic Socialists of America.

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

January regular meeting of the West Cook Branch of Chicago Democratic Socialists of America.

Wild + Free Book Club Movie - The Hobbit

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

Knocking Out Goals

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Good Girlfriends Knocking Out Goals: 2026 Vision Board Party Join us as we kick off 2026 with intention, clarity, and sisterhood. This vision board event is all about setting goal...

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

Good Girlfriends Knocking Out Goals: 2026 Vision Board Party

Sunflower Cabana Model Casting

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Casting call for fashion brand"Sunflower Cabana" year 2025 for various projects fashion shows and photoshoots

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

Casting call for fashion brand"Sunflower Cabana" year 2025 for various projects fashion shows and photoshoots

Girl Scout Troop 47289 Meeting

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

January meeting for Girl Scout Troop 47289

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

January meeting for Girl Scout Troop 47289

An image of a wall with a gigantic eye with text over it reading Unseen Eyes.

Art Exhibit: "Unseen Eyes: Exploring Surveillance and Facial Recognition Technology" by Katherine Bergholz

All Day 1/5 - 1/31
Maze Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults

“Everything that is visible hides something that is invisible.”
—Rene Magritte

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

“Everything that is visible hides something that is invisible.”
—Rene Magritte

Musicians DB, a man wearing a hat, and Wendy, a woman in a pink blouse mug for the camera.

School's Out: Interactive Blues Music Concert with Wendy & DB!

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

Wendy and DB create a joyful and engaging space for young audiences to discover the roots of American music.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Kids & Families
Event Details:

Wendy and DB create a joyful and engaging space for young audiences to discover the roots of American music.

School's Out: Mod Podge Lantern Craft

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Elementary School

Create a beautiful lantern using recycled pieces of tissue paper, Mod Podge, and a glass mason jar. 

Mod Podge is not washable- so please wear appropriate clothing. 

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 5, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Kids & Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a beautiful lantern using recycled pieces of tissue paper, Mod Podge, and a glass mason jar. 

Mod Podge is not washable- so please wear appropriate clothing. 

Wellness House Cancer Support Group

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Wellness House Cancer Support Group

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

Wellness House Cancer Support Group

Eagles Winter Workouts 11U & 12U Film Study

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Eagles Winter Workouts Film Study

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

Eagles Winter Workouts Film Study

Audio Booth Reservation

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth