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Bird-making Workshop - Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene community art project

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:45pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

We are hosting a Bird-making Workshop to support the Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene community art project with the goal of handcrafting 10, 836 birds to match the number of bi...

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

We are hosting a Bird-making Workshop to support the Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene community art project with the goal of handcrafting 10, 836 birds to match the number of birds found on the streets of Chicago (based on 2023 numbers) by the

Exploring Decodables and Literacy

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Elementary School

Why are decodables important in learning to read? Join us for a fun story and crafts, plus a chance to browse cool decodable books and stories. Best for new and emerging readers K-2, with a caregiver.

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Registration Required
Registration will close on March 1, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Kids & Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

Why are decodables important in learning to read? Join us for a fun story and crafts, plus a chance to browse cool decodable books and stories. Best for new and emerging readers K-2, with a caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Audio Booth Reservation

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Oak Park Community Theatre - Reading

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Oak Park Community Theatre - Reading of Peter Pan Join us for the Oak Park Community Theatre's first public reading of Peter Pan - our new adaptation premiering Summer 2026. ...

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

Oak Park Community Theatre - Reading of Peter Pan

Join us for the Oak Park Community Theatre's first public reading of Peter Pan - our new adaptation premiering Summer 2026.

Blood Cancer United - Fundraiser Team Meeting

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 1:45pm - 3:45pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Moms Initiative

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Group of moms coming together to form a support group for our black and brown kids.

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

Group of moms coming together to form a support group for our black and brown kids.

Troop 47289 Girl Scout Meeting

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

We will lead our troop in their monthly Brownie Girl Scout meeting doing crafts, singing songs, and learning about chosen topics.

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

We will lead our troop in their monthly Brownie Girl Scout meeting doing crafts, singing songs, and learning about chosen topics.

South OP Green Zone

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm
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
Puppets on a stage

Shake, Rattle & Read at Maze

Monday, March 2, 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 March 2, 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.

IACAC College Fair Meeting

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

IACAC will host a meeting of one of its committees to plan college fairs for local students in the coming year.

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

IACAC will host a meeting of one of its committees to plan college fairs for local students in the coming year.

Wellness House Cancer Support Group

Monday, March 2, 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

GS Troop 48063 Mtg

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Daisy Troop 48063 Mtg

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

Daisy Troop 48063 Mtg

Beyond The Books - Youth Empowerment Program Family Engagement Night

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Middle School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

Attention Parents & Guardians
*Arts and crafts will be available for youth ages 5-11! See Teen Services Staff for details.

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

Attention Parents & Guardians
*Arts and crafts will be available for youth ages 5-11! See Teen Services Staff for details.

Youth mentors lead a Beyond the Books session at a library, engaging teens in discussion, while smiling

Beyond The Books - Youth Empowerment Program Family Engagement Night

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
High School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses, Community Partner, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
High School

Join us for Beyond the Books Family Engagement Night!

Enjoy dinner, learn about our youth empowerment program, meet our mentors, and ask questions alongside your teen. 

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Registration Required
Registration will close on March 2, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: High School Space
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Careers & Businesses, Community Partner, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Beyond the Books Family Engagement Night!

Enjoy dinner, learn about our youth empowerment program, meet our mentors, and ask questions alongside your teen. 

The Dentist 2026 Mixed Media

Art Exhibit: "Green and Gold II" by Mike Stidham

All Day 3/3 - 4/4
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults

Green and Gold II is the latest installment of a series that began during the pandemic.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Event Details:

Green and Gold II is the latest installment of a series that began during the pandemic.

Puppets on a stage

Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room

Tuesday, March 3, 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 March 3, 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.

Birthday Party

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 2:30pm
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

Baby Lapsit

Tuesday, March 3, 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

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 3, 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.

Yoga mats stacked next to a chair

VIRTUAL: Chair Yoga

Tuesday, March 3, 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.

Village of Oak Park Energysense Program Educational Workshop- First Workshop

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Village of Oak Park Energysense program educational workshop- First workshop

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

Village of Oak Park Energysense program educational workshop- First workshop

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime & Family Play

Tuesday, March 3, 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 March 3, 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, March 3, 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 March 3, 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.

artists and crafters

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

I want to bring artists and crafters from the community together to share inspiration and socialize while working on our projects.

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

I want to bring artists and crafters from the community together to share inspiration and socialize while working on our projects.

Open notebook with pens

College Readiness: College is Possible Presentation

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

It is never too early to start planning for college.

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Registration Required
Registration will close on March 3, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

It is never too early to start planning for college.