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Troop 47209 GS Meeting

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

GS junior troop meeting

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

GS junior troop meeting

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

Shake, Rattle & Read at Maze

Monday, January 12, 2026 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!

 

 

 

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Registration Required
Registration will close on January 12, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
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.

Mix of Minds Meeting

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Monthly discussion of articles selected by group members

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

Monthly discussion of articles selected by group members

January OPTAA Executive Committee Meeting

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Meeting Space at Virtual
Virtual
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Meeting Space

Wellness House Cancer Support Group

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Lobby Community Space 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: Lobby Community Space
Description of Meeting/Event

Wellness House Cancer Support Group

RFTC Annual Meeting

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:15pm - 8:15pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

Oak Park Meditation Group

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

OAK PARK MEDITATION GROUP The Oak Park Meditation Group is open to all who want to learn and practice meditation together. Meditation practice provides a warm, genuine basis for...

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

OAK PARK MEDITATION GROUP
The Oak Park Meditation Group is open to all who want to learn and practice meditation together.

Cre8tive Buzz Life Group

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Photo Club

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
This event is in the "Friends Board" group

Friends Board Meeting

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Scoville Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Friends Board

As a stand-alone 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library raise funds and build valuable bridges between the library and community.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Scoville Room
Program Type: Friends Board
Event Details:

As a stand-alone 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library raise funds and build valuable bridges between the library and community.

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

Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 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!

 

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 13, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
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.

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

Baby Lapsit

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Baby Lapsit:

This storytime is designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and babies who are not yet walking. Babies learn to associate books with fun and shared moments with their...

 

#babytoddler

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Registration Required
Registration will close on January 13, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Baby Lapsit

This storytime is designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and babies who are not yet walking. Babies learn to associate books with fun and shared moments with their favorite adults. Short books are paired with songs and rhymes that are modeled to introduce pre-literacy skills. #babytoddler See all upcoming storytimes »

 

#babytoddler

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

This event is in the "Community Partner" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group

VIRTUAL: Chair Yoga

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Chair Yoga:

Calm and center your mind while moving your body through intentional poses and sequences. Chair yoga can improve your flexibility, concentration, and strength, while boosting your ...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will open on December 30, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness
Registration Required

Chair Yoga

Calm and center your mind while moving your body through intentional poses and sequences. Chair yoga can improve your flexibility, concentration, and strength, while boosting your mood, and reducing stress and joint strain. Now is a great time to start a practice or revisit one.

What to know before you join

  • Chair yoga and meditation are accessible and open for all
  • Dress comfortably
  • Find a location where you can focus and dedicate 30 minutes to you
  • You are not required to keep your camera on
  • Prepare to take time to match your movement and motion and have a little fun
  • Have a chair that can be stationary

About the instructor
Instructor DuShaun Branch is focused on bringing yoga to as many BIPOC and plus-sized communities as possible. She believes people not only need rest and relaxation, but resistance. Yoga is a powerful way to tap into the balance of ease and positive effort. DuShaun teaches through the lens of equity and trauma-informed, hosting classes in “nontraditional” settings all over the city. She intends on taking down as many barriers as possible to bring yoga to those who are looking for calm and relaxed minds. DuShaun truly believes yoga is for all, and shares that throughout Chicago and beyond.

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.

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

Scrabble Club

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble. All skill levels and ages are welcome.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 13, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble. All skill levels and ages are welcome.

VIRTUAL: The Importance of a Strong Resume

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Virtual Program at Virtual

Learn the components of a strong resume, and what keywords or phrases to use that will help move your resume to the top of the stack.

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on January 13, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the components of a strong resume, and what keywords or phrases to use that will help move your resume to the top of the stack.

Senior Citizen's Board Meeting

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Monthly Board Meeting

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

Monthly Board Meeting

Los Amigos Que Hablan Español

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 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 not formal teaching or an agenda.

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 not formal teaching or an agenda.

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

Supported Storytime & Family Play

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 13, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
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.

Audio Booth Reservation

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
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 "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group

Latine Author Book Cafe: "The Man Who Could Move Clouds"

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Latine Author Book Cafe:

Join us on the second Tuesday of each month as we discuss works written by Latine authors.* Spanish language copies will be made available when possible. Learn more about libr...

Book Club Discussion for the month of January:

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 13, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

Latine Author Book Cafe

Join us on the second Tuesday of each month as we discuss works written by Latine authors.* Spanish language copies will be made available when possible. Learn more about library-led book discussions »

*After discussion with community members and staff, the library changed its usage from “Latinx” to “Latine.” Latine is a term created by LGBTQIA+ Spanish speakers. This term uses the letter "e" to illustrate gender inclusivity within existing Spanish pronunciation rules. It is a more inclusive term that acknowledges the gender and language diversity of the community.

Book Club Discussion for the month of January:

Reimagine Public Safety - Town Hall New & Proven Solutions to End Gun Violence II

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:45pm - 8:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Presentation of legislation to promote community safety; Panelists from community initiatives addressing gun violence

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

Presentation of legislation to promote community safety; Panelists from community initiatives addressing gun violence

GLR 2026: January Meeting

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group

VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Presents: Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Authors & Books
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Jonathan Eig is the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books
Event Details:

Jonathan Eig is the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning

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. Please note: Registration closes at 5 pm on the day of the event. Registrations received after this time will be sent a recording of the event via email.

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@ila.org.

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group

Adult Improv

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
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...

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 13, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
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 »