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"Origin Story" by Shane-Jahi Jackson, Acrylic and mixed media; 60" x 50"

Art Exhibit: "Our Reality: Not Your Pathology" by Shane-Jahi Jackson

All Day 7/22 - 8/23
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

The controversial Moynihan Report of 1965 delivered a bleak and problematic assessment on the state of the African American family.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

The controversial Moynihan Report of 1965 delivered a bleak and problematic assessment on the state of the African American family.

Poem reads "Were we expirations / or jarred fermentations? / A dusty shelf life that defies the dated? Have we turned into lickless emails / of courtesies and belated?" The word "belated" is in bold and larger than the rest.

Art Exhibit: "Indulgence" by Stephanie Khio

All Day 8/4 - 8/31
Maze Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Indulgence is a collection of poetry that touches on themes of rumination, limerence, and unfulfilled longing—and the emotional impact of unfinished stories.

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

Indulgence is a collection of poetry that touches on themes of rumination, limerence, and unfulfilled longing—and the emotional impact of unfinished stories.

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Digitize a VHS Tape

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults

Interested in converting VHS tapes to a digital format? This program will demonstrate how to use the library's equipment to digitize a VHS tape from start to finish. Please note that this program is just a demonstration.

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Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in converting VHS tapes to a digital format? This program will demonstrate how to use the library's equipment to digitize a VHS tape from start to finish. Please note that this program is just a demonstration.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Library staff members posing with the Book Bikes

Book Bike: StArt Your Weekend

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Book Bike:

The Book Bike brings the library to you and your neighbors by popping up throughout the village—April through October, weather permitting! Learn more about Oak Park’s Book Bike »

The Book Bike visits The OP Arts District for StArt Your Weekend, weather permitting. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Book Bike

The Book Bike brings the library to you and your neighbors by popping up throughout the village—April through October, weather permitting! Learn more about Oak Park’s Book Bike »

The Book Bike visits The OP Arts District for StArt Your Weekend, weather permitting. 

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Leyendo Libros: "Cuentos de Eva Luna"

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

¡Acompáñanos al club de lectura de tu biblioteca!

Register now
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will close on August 23, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

¡Acompáñanos al club de lectura de tu biblioteca!

"Numbers on the Board" 2024 - Collage on stretched canvas, 5 in x 7 in (12.7 cm x 17.7 cm)

Art Exhibit: "You've Got America on You" by Pat Battle

All Day 8/26 - 9/27
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12, Sustainability
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Art Exhibit: You've Got America on You by Pat Battle will be on view August 26-September 27 in the Main Library Gallery.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12, Sustainability
Event Details:

Art Exhibit: You've Got America on You by Pat Battle will be on view August 26-September 27 in the Main Library Gallery.

Virtual: Adult Improv

Tuesday, August 26, 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...

Register now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on August 26, 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.

Wednesday Movie Matinee: "The Breakfast Club"

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Wednesday Movie Matinee:

Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!

This 1985 classic tells the story of five high school students from different walks of life as they endure a Saturday detention under a strict vice principal.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on August 27, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wednesday Movie Matinee

Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!

This 1985 classic tells the story of five high school students from different walks of life as they endure a Saturday detention under a strict vice principal.

Francais written above an open book, surrounded by French phrases

French Conversation Hour

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
French Conversation Hour:

Join us for a casual hour of open conversation with other French speakers. Whether you speak enough to hold a basic conversation or you can rattle off long stories, all are welcome...

Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Multicultural

French Conversation Hour

Join us for a casual hour of open conversation with other French speakers. Whether you speak enough to hold a basic conversation or you can rattle off long stories, all are welcome. No class, no formal lesson—just practice for current French speakers.

Library staff members posing with the Book Bikes

Book Bike: Thursday Night Out

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Book Bike:

The Book Bike brings the library to you and your neighbors by popping up throughout the village—April through October, weather permitting! Learn more about Oak Park’s Book Bike »

The Book Bike visits Downtown Oak Park for Thursday Night Out, w

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Kids & Families
Event Details:

Book Bike

The Book Bike brings the library to you and your neighbors by popping up throughout the village—April through October, weather permitting! Learn more about Oak Park’s Book Bike »

The Book Bike visits Downtown Oak Park for Thursday Night Out, w

"Numbers on the Board" 2024 - Collage on stretched canvas, 5 in x 7 in (12.7 cm x 17.7 cm)

Art Exhibit Reception: "You've Got America on You" by Pat Battle

Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12, Sustainability
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Art Exhibit: You've Got America on You by Pat Battle will be on view August 26-September 27

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12, Sustainability
Event Details:

Art Exhibit: You've Got America on You by Pat Battle will be on view August 26-September 27

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

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

Scheduled library closing

Plaza in Spain

Art Exhibit: A Dignified Society: Photographs and Text by Scott Emery

All Day 9/2 - 9/30
Maze Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

A selection of photographs and accompanying text by local artist Scott Emery will be on display at Maze Branch September 2–30. 

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

A selection of photographs and accompanying text by local artist Scott Emery will be on display at Maze Branch September 2–30. 

Wednesday Movie Matinee: "Casino Royale"

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Wednesday Movie Matinee:

Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!

Daniel Craig in his first turn as James Bond, in Casino Royale, is on a mission to bankrupt the terrorism financier Le Chiffre, played by Mads Mikkelsen, in a high-stakes poker game at the Casino Royale in Montenegro.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on September 3, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wednesday Movie Matinee

Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!

Daniel Craig in his first turn as James Bond, in Casino Royale, is on a mission to bankrupt the terrorism financier Le Chiffre, played by Mads Mikkelsen, in a high-stakes poker game at the Casino Royale in Montenegro.

Earrings with a blue background.

Laser Cutter Workshop: Earrings

Friday, September 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults

Learn how to use the Glowforge laser cutter to create a pair of earrings or a pendant!  Attendees can either select a design from the Glowforge catalogue or create their own, then cut their design with the Makery's Glowforge.

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Glowforge laser cutter to create a pair of earrings or a pendant!  Attendees can either select a design from the Glowforge catalogue or create their own, then cut their design with the Makery's Glowforge.

Balancing pile of pebbles

Self Defense Workshop for Seniors

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Older Adults

Join Lindsey Daehnke, Founder and Lead Instructor at Strictly Self Defense, as she teaches simple self-defense techniques and strategies.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on September 9, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Lindsey Daehnke, Founder and Lead Instructor at Strictly Self Defense, as she teaches simple self-defense techniques and strategies.

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.

Scrabble Club

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 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 skills levels and ages are welcome.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on September 9, 2025 @ 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 skills levels and ages are welcome.

Lights, Camera, Community!

🎬 Lights, Camera, Community

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Careers & Businesses, Community Partner, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

🎬 Lights, Camera, Community | A Creative Adventure is your chance to step behind (and in front of) the camera to capture the real stories of Oak Park — through 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Careers & Businesses, Community Partner, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

🎬 Lights, Camera, Community | A Creative Adventure is your chance to step behind (and in front of) the camera to capture the real stories of Oak Park — through 

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Latine Author Book Cafe: "Catalina"

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 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...

September Book Club Pick: Ca

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Registration Required
Registration will close on September 9, 2025 @ 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 Â»

*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.

September Book Club Pick: Ca

Adult Improv

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 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 September 9, 2025 @ 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 »

Wednesday Movie Matinee: "In The Heights"

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Wednesday Movie Matinee:

Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!

The film adaptation of the Broadway musical from award-winning composer and writer Lin-Manuel Miranda, In The Heights, tells the story of a corner in the predominantly Dominican community of Washington Heights in the neighborhood of Upper

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on September 10, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wednesday Movie Matinee

Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!

The film adaptation of the Broadway musical from award-winning composer and writer Lin-Manuel Miranda, In The Heights, tells the story of a corner in the predominantly Dominican community of Washington Heights in the neighborhood of Upper

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Digitize & Preserve Photos

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults

Do you have photographs you’ve been meaning to digitize? In this workshop, we’ll demonstrate how to use a flatbed photo scanner to digitize photographs, film negatives, and slides.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on September 12, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have photographs you’ve been meaning to digitize? In this workshop, we’ll demonstrate how to use a flatbed photo scanner to digitize photographs, film negatives, and slides.

Idea Box: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

All Day 9/15 - 10/15
Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Careers & Businesses, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Join the Oak Park Public Library as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! From September 15 to October 15, our Idea Box will host a special digital display honoring the rich cultures and stories from local leaders.

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Careers & Businesses, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Event Details:

Join the Oak Park Public Library as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! From September 15 to October 15, our Idea Box will host a special digital display honoring the rich cultures and stories from local leaders.

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Folk Music Series Performance: Sam Robbins

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Folk Music Series:

This event is presented in part by the generous support of the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library. As a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Friends have been ra...

Join us for a lively musical performance by Sam Robbins.

About Sam Robbins

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on September 15, 2025 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Folk Music Series

This event is presented in part by the generous support of the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library. As a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Friends have been raising funds and building valuable bridges between the library and community since 1948. Learn more about the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library »

Join us for a lively musical performance by Sam Robbins.

About Sam Robbins