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Art Exhibit: "Dreamscapes" by Amani Borah

All Day 1/21 - 2/28
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Dreamscapes will be on view from January 21 through February 28 in the Main Library Gallery.

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

Dreamscapes will be on view from January 21 through February 28 in the Main Library Gallery.

Idea Box: "Maintaining Wonder: Deangelo’s World"

All Day 1/29 - 3/20
Idea Box at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

🌼 IMMERSIVE INSTALLATION

Maintaining Wonder: Deangelo's World
January 29–March 20

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Idea Box
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Multicultural, Storytimes
Event Details:

🌼 IMMERSIVE INSTALLATION

Maintaining Wonder: Deangelo's World
January 29–March 20

Purim Storytime

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

Come learn about the Jewish holiday of Purim with David from Temple Har Zion! There will be stories, songs, and snacks — all are welcome and costumes are encouraged. 

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Registration Required
Registration will close on February 22, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn about the Jewish holiday of Purim with David from Temple Har Zion! There will be stories, songs, and snacks — all are welcome and costumes are encouraged. 

Francais written above an open book, surrounded by French phrases

French Conversation Hour

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 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.

Bloom Theory: A Black History Month Gathering with Roy Kinsey

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

🌼 Bloom Theory: A Black History Month Gathering with Roy Kinsey

February 26 | Oak Park Public Library

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Registration Required
Registration will close on February 26, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

🌼 Bloom Theory: A Black History Month Gathering with Roy Kinsey

February 26 | Oak Park Public Library

Kathy

Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool

Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 27, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

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.

Deangelo & the Dandelion by Roy Kinsey

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

Join the Oak Park Public Library and our partners as we host Roy Kinsey for a storytime first reading of Deangelo and t

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join the Oak Park Public Library and our partners as we host Roy Kinsey for a storytime first reading of Deangelo and t

Tow women staring at one another; woman on top with braids

Latine Author Book Cafe: "Daughters of Latin America"

Tuesday, March 10, 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...

March Book Discussion Selection: Daughters of Latin America: an international anthology of writing by Latine women edit

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Registration Required
Registration will close on March 10, 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.

March Book Discussion Selection: Daughters of Latin America: an international anthology of writing by Latine women edit

Maintaining Wonder: Deangelo’s World Q&A

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Join the Oak Park Public Library as we host the Maintaining Wonder team for a Q&A panel featuring:

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Event Details:

Join the Oak Park Public Library as we host the Maintaining Wonder team for a Q&A panel featuring:

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Zines & Chapbooks: A Self-Publishing Workshop (Part 1)

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Have you ever wanted a way to let people see your creativity, express your thought?

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 12, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted a way to let people see your creativity, express your thought?

Kathy

Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool

Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.

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

Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

The Dentist 2026 Mixed Media

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

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults

Art Reception: Meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments.

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

Art Reception: Meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments.

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Podcasters Meetup

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Careers & Businesses, Digital Learning, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Share what you podcast about in a friendly, casual environment. All are welcome, whether you: 

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Registration Required
Registration will close on March 18, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Careers & Businesses, Digital Learning, Multicultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

Share what you podcast about in a friendly, casual environment. All are welcome, whether you: 

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Zines & Chapbooks: A Self-Publishing Workshop (Part 2)

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Have you ever wanted a way to let people see your creativity, express your thought?

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 19, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted a way to let people see your creativity, express your thought?

Kathy

Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool

Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 20, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Watercolor designs and pallet, paintbrush in right hand

Relaxing Watercolors

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Many consider watercolors to be relaxing and meditative. Learn how you can slow down and relax with simple watercolor techniques.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 1, 2026 @ 12:18pm.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Multicultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

Many consider watercolors to be relaxing and meditative. Learn how you can slow down and relax with simple watercolor techniques.

Francais written above an open book, surrounded by French phrases

French Conversation Hour

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 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.

Creative Studio logo

Zines & Chapbooks: A Self-Publishing Workshop (Part 3)

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Have you ever wanted a way to let people see your creativity, express your thought?

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 26, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted a way to let people see your creativity, express your thought?

Kathy

Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool

Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 27, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Breath of Fire (2020, hand cut paper, 10" x 13" unframed,14.25" x 17.25' framed)

Art Exhibit: "Circle of Ancestors" by Marea Cordero

All Day 4/7 - 5/16
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

“I want to bring people of various origins together. It is important to see the commonalities of ourselves in each other.

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

“I want to bring people of various origins together. It is important to see the commonalities of ourselves in each other.

Kathy

Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool

Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 10, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Paginas y Platicas: "Temporada de huracanas"

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Scoville Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

¡Acompáñanos al club de lectura de tu biblioteca! 

Disfruta una conversación sobre el libro escrito por Fernanda Melchor, "Temporada de huracanes". 

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Registration Required
Registration will close on April 11, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Scoville Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Multicultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

¡Acompáñanos al club de lectura de tu biblioteca! 

Disfruta una conversación sobre el libro escrito por Fernanda Melchor, "Temporada de huracanes". 

Breath of Fire (2020, hand cut paper, 10" x 13" unframed,14.25" x 17.25' framed)

Art Exhibit Reception: "Circle of Ancestors" by Marea Cordero

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Art Reception: Meet artist Marea Cordero and enjoy light refreshments.

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

Art Reception: Meet artist Marea Cordero and enjoy light refreshments.