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Small Business Week Learning and Networking

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

3 days of information sharing dedicated to aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners where you'll learn about how local resources like the Village of Oak Park, Oak Park Public Library and the OPRF Chamber of Commerce can provide educational

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Careers & Businesses
Event Details:

3 days of information sharing dedicated to aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners where you'll learn about how local resources like the Village of Oak Park, Oak Park Public Library and the OPRF Chamber of Commerce can provide educational

Puppets on a stage

Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room

Tuesday, May 5, 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!

 

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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 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.

Puppets on a stage

Baby Lapsit

Tuesday, May 5, 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 May 5, 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 »

 

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Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Yoga mats stacked next to a chair

VIRTUAL: Chair Yoga

Tuesday, May 5, 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 ...

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on June 30, 2026 @ 12:30pm.
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.

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime & Family Play

Tuesday, May 5, 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.

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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 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.

Lights, Camera, Community!

🎬 Lights, Camera, Community

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Careers & Businesses, Digital Learning, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
High School

🎬 LIGHTS • CAMERA • COMMUNITY IS BACK! 🎥✨

Where creativity meets opportunity and every student becomes a storyteller.

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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Careers & Businesses, Digital Learning, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

🎬 LIGHTS • CAMERA • COMMUNITY IS BACK! 🎥✨

Where creativity meets opportunity and every student becomes a storyteller.

Creative Studio logo

Make a Custom Mug

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Digital Learning
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults

Design a full-color image to print and then sublimate onto a blank ceramic mug!

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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Digital Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design a full-color image to print and then sublimate onto a blank ceramic mug!

OPFT Board Meeting (May)

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

OPFT Board Meeting (May)

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

OPFT Board Meeting (May)

Petra & Andy

Musical Performance: Spring Swing with Petra Van Nuis & Andy Brown

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Shake off the winter chill and swing into spring with an intimate duo of jazz vocalist Petra Van Nuis and guitarist Andy Brown. This celebrated Chicago-based duo breathes fresh life into the Great American Songbook.

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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 7:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Shake off the winter chill and swing into spring with an intimate duo of jazz vocalist Petra Van Nuis and guitarist Andy Brown. This celebrated Chicago-based duo breathes fresh life into the Great American Songbook.

Desk space with a laptop, phone, pen, and notebook

Small Business Week Learning and Networking

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

3 days of information sharing dedicated to aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners where you'll learn about how local resources like the Village of Oak Park, Oak Park Public Library and the OPRF Chamber of Commerce can provide educational

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Careers & Businesses
Event Details:

3 days of information sharing dedicated to aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners where you'll learn about how local resources like the Village of Oak Park, Oak Park Public Library and the OPRF Chamber of Commerce can provide educational

Arbor West Neighbors NFP monthly Board Meeting

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Planning programming, events and advocacy to help seniors age in community.

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

Planning programming, events and advocacy to help seniors age in community.

Puppets on a stage

Shake Rattle and Read in the Veterans Room

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

Music and movement are paired in this big, joyful storytime designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children up to age 5. Get ready to sing and dance with your child! 

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 6, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Music and movement are paired in this big, joyful storytime designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children up to age 5. Get ready to sing and dance with your child! 

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Informational Session for OPAAR Members

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Informational session for OPAAR members.

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

Informational session for OPAAR members.

Stay & Play

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

Storytime's over, but the fun continues in the Veterans Room! Play, chat, dance - there's room for all, whether or not you made it to storytime today. Caregivers required, best for children 0-5.

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

Storytime's over, but the fun continues in the Veterans Room! Play, chat, dance - there's room for all, whether or not you made it to storytime today. Caregivers required, best for children 0-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Detection by Daylight

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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

Wednesday Movie Matinee: "Moana"

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Wednesday Movie Matinee:

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

In Moana, A mythic adventure set a

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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 6, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School, 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!

In Moana, A mythic adventure set a

Natural Body Products

Body Bliss: Craft Your Own Body Glow

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Middle School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

A fun, hands-on program where teens learn to make their own body scrubs, oils, and other natural self-care products.

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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 6, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Middle School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

A fun, hands-on program where teens learn to make their own body scrubs, oils, and other natural self-care products.

photograph of a person's hand making a collage

Craft Corner: Collage Cards

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Sustainability
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Craft Corner:

Craft Corner is an all-ages, intergenerational program that brings the community together to create projects throughout the year. With a focus on using different materials and upcy...

Join us to make collage cards. This is a great chance to create unique cards for greetings, thank yous, Mother's or Father's Day, or other spring and summer events to give to friends and family and save money while you’re at it.

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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 6, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Sustainability
Registration Required
Event Details:

Craft Corner

Craft Corner is an all-ages, intergenerational program that brings the community together to create projects throughout the year. With a focus on using different materials and upcycling when possible, each craft is designed to appeal to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your family or neighbors for some hands-on fun! If you'd like, you can even bring your own materials to make the planned craft or create something uniquely your own.

Join us to make collage cards. This is a great chance to create unique cards for greetings, thank yous, Mother's or Father's Day, or other spring and summer events to give to friends and family and save money while you’re at it.

Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board

Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board (LETAB) is more than a club it’s a movement.

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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 6, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board (LETAB) is more than a club it’s a movement.

Oak Park Girl Scout Troop 47942 Bridging Ceremony

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

We'll celebrate our Girl Scouts with a ceremony and recap of our first two Daisy years! We are a group of 20 1st graders from Lincoln Elementary in Oak Park. Parents and siblings i...

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

We'll celebrate our Girl Scouts with a ceremony and recap of our first two Daisy years! We are a group of 20 1st graders from Lincoln Elementary in Oak Park. Parents and siblings invited. Troop leaders are myself and Briana Thompsen.

Open Circle Men's Group

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Group for men to discuss issues in their lives

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

Group for men to discuss issues in their lives

Loyola Medicine Residency Workshop

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Puppets on a stage

Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room

Thursday, May 7, 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 May 7, 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.

Boulevard Mural Art Presentation

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Presentation about the artwork North and South Boulevard, Oak Park.

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

Presentation about the artwork North and South Boulevard, Oak Park.