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Idea Box: A Celebration of Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month

All Day 5/3 - 5/15
Idea Box at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Celebrating Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Month features art, clothing, books, photos, biographies of influential Asian Americans, and more, through May 15th in the ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Idea Box
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Event Details:

Celebrating Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Month features art, clothing, books, photos, biographies of influential Asian Americans, and more, through May 15th in the Main Library Idea Box.

Kathy

Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool
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...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
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.

Espanol written about open book, surrounded by Spanish phrases

Spanish Conversation Hour / Conversación en español

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Spanish Conversation Hour:

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

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 24

Spanish Conversation Hour

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

Classic painted bowls, Asian, Cultural image

A Celebration of Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month

Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

A Celebration of Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month Featuring: Intergenerational stories of Oak Park APIDA mothers and families Appeti...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: 102
Event Details:

A Celebration of Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month

Featuring:

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Idea Box: Jewish American Heritage Month

All Day 5/16 - 5/31
Idea Box at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

This May, local Jewish community members and organizations join together to curate the Idea Box in celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month. The space will feature realia, pho...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Idea Box
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Event Details:

This May, local Jewish community members and organizations join together to curate the Idea Box in celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month.

Kathy

Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool
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...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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.

Jewish American Heritage Month Celebration

Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join local Jewish community members, and organizations in the Oak Park Public Library to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month. The Veterans Room will feature history, biographi...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 138
Event Details:

Join local Jewish community members, and organizations in the Oak Park Public Library to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month. The Veterans Room will feature history, biographies, food, games, culture, and much more.

One Last Hug Before We Head Back Up North, 2023 Acrylic on Canvas, 30x24x1.5in

Art Exhibit: "To Come Together, To Get Together" by Marlon Tobias

All Day 5/21 - 6/29
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Often sourcing from old family photos, personally taken photographs, audio recordings, oral and documented histories, as well as collected objects, Marlon Tobias provides an intima...

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

Often sourcing from old family photos, personally taken photographs, audio recordings, oral and documented histories, as well as collected objects, Marlon Tobias provides an intimate look into the individual people who have shape

Kathy

Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool
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...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Multicultural, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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.

Library closed; log in at oppl.org

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

Francais written above an open book, surrounded by French phrases

VIRTUAL: French Conversation Hour

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
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...

Register now
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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.

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.

Idea Box: Juneteenth Display

All Day 6/1 - 6/15
Idea Box at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Honoring Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom, Remembering Sacrifice The Idea Box window display commemorates Juneteenth marking the end of slavery in the United States. It's a joyou...

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

Honoring Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom, Remembering Sacrifice

The Idea Box window display commemorates Juneteenth marking the end of slavery in the United States.

Inclusive Pride Flag

Celebrate Pride: Digital Collage & Poster Design

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Want to show your LGBTQIA2S+ pride? Join us for a demonstration of Adobe Photoshop Elements to create a digital collage. Once your collage is designed, we'll show you how to submit...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Want to show your LGBTQIA2S+ pride? Join us for a demonstration of Adobe Photoshop Elements to create a digital collage. Once your collage is designed, we'll show you how to submit your design as a poster print request.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

"The Wise Corner" 2023, Acrylic and oil pastel on Canvas, 32x50x1.5in

Artist Talk & Reception: "To Come Together, To Get Together" by Marlon Tobias

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Meet the artist, learn more about Marlon Tobias' work, and enjoy light refreshments.  To Come Together, To Get Together is on view at the Main Public Library Gallery f...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Meet the artist, learn more about Marlon Tobias' work, and enjoy light refreshments. 

Creative Studio logo

Uncovering Family History: Introduction to Genealogy

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Genealogy & Local History Librarian Ed will be demonstrating how to use library resources like Ancestry, FamilySearch, HeritageQuest, and NewspaperARCHIVE to access genealogica...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Genealogy & Local History Librarian Ed will be demonstrating how to use library resources like Ancestry, FamilySearch, HeritageQuest, and NewspaperARCHIVE to access genealogical records and historical documents.

Espanol written about open book, surrounded by Spanish phrases

Spanish Conversation Hour / Conversación en español

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Spanish Conversation Hour:

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

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 32

Spanish Conversation Hour

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

Creative Studio logo

Digital Tools for Genealogy

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Utilizing digital tools, discover your family history and find your ancestors’ stories. This class will help you start, or refresh, your journey into compiling a family history pro...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Utilizing digital tools, discover your family history and find your ancestors’ stories. This class will help you start, or refresh, your journey into compiling a family history project online.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Buffalo Soldiers

Juneteenth showing of "Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts"

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate Juneteenth with a look at history. Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts Join the Oak Park Public Library in observing Juneteenth as we dive into the complex histor...

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

Celebrate Juneteenth with a look at history. Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts

Join the Oak Park Public Library in observing Juneteenth as we dive into the complex history of the Buffalo Soldiers.

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

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

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Francais written above an open book, surrounded by French phrases

VIRTUAL: French Conversation Hour

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
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...

Register now
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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.

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.

Library closed; log in at oppl.org

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

Scheduled library closing See all closings » Review regular library hours by location » Unexpected, emergency closings are posted on this website and at the Eme...

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

Scheduled library closing

Francais written above an open book, surrounded by French phrases

VIRTUAL: French Conversation Hour

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
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...

Register now
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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.

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.

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Author Visit: We Are the Culture: Black Chicago's Influence on Everything with Arionne Nettles

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a lively evening with We Are the Culture: Black Chicago's Influence on Everything author Arionne Nettles. Pop culture expert Arionne Nettles takes u...

Register now
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Join us for a lively evening with We Are the

Francais written above an open book, surrounded by French phrases

VIRTUAL: French Conversation Hour

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
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...

Register now
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 19

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.

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.