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Pack 23 Wolf Den Meeting

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 5:45pm - 7:15pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Monthly Cub Scout Den Meeting

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

Monthly Cub Scout Den Meeting

Program

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Jor-El

VIRTUAL: Author Talk: Self-Care for Black Men With Jor-El Caraballo

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Oak Park Public Library presents Jor-El Caraballo in conversation on his book, Self-Care for Black Men: 100 Ways to Heal and Liberate. A self-care guidebook full of activ...

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Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Oak Park Public Library presents Jor-El Caraballo in conversation on his book, Self-Care for Black Men: 1

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.

Private Practice

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Private practice

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

Private practice

Friends OPPL Book Sale Prep

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

We will be meeting to train our volunteers in how to prep for the 2024 Book Sale at the library. We will be providing non-alcoholic beverages and doing a dessert potluck.

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

We will be meeting to train our volunteers in how to prep for the 2024 Book Sale at the library. We will be providing non-alcoholic beverages and doing a dessert potluck.

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.

Puppets on a stage

Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
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 d...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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.

Alcuin Middle School

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

class meeting

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

class meeting

ACCESSGRANTED

Access Granted Co-Ed Mentor Program

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

This program offers mentorship to students grades 6th through 12th, providing them with invaluable educational opportunities and nurturing personal growth. Our principal goal is to...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Careers & Businesses, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

This program offers mentorship to students grades 6th through 12th, providing them with invaluable educational opportunities and nurturing personal growth.

Exam Cram

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
High School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
High School
Event Details:

Strategically held the week before final exams, Exam Cram gives high school students a productive and quiet space to focus on upcoming tests and projects.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: High School Space
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Strategically held the week before final exams, Exam Cram gives high school students a productive and quiet space to focus on upcoming tests and projects.

Building Code Advisory Commission Meeting

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Meeting/Event Description:

The Village of Oak Park's Building Code Advisory Commission May meeting.

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

The Village of Oak Park's Building Code Advisory Commission May meeting.

Voguing to Save Queer Lives on the West Side: TaskForce Chicago

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:15pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

Join us for a conversation and VOGUE DANCE TAKEOVER with the Taskforce Chicago team and youth clients! OPALGA+ is proud to moderate a discussion on TaskForce Chicago’s work of bri...

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

Join us for a conversation and VOGUE DANCE TAKEOVER with the Taskforce Chicago team and youth clients!

Library Board Committee Meeting

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Scoville Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Library Board
Board Meeting:

Library board meetings are open to the public. Learn more at oppl.org/board »

Event Details:

Meeting agenda and materials will be linked here-- and via oppl.org/board-- 48 hours before meeting date. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Scoville Room
Program Type: Library Board

Board Meeting

Library board meetings are open to the public. Learn more at oppl.org/board »

Event Details:

Meeting agenda and materials will be linked here-- and via oppl.org/board-- 48 hours befo

Juneteenth Oratory Contest

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

We'd love to use this room for its privacy to host the judging session for a Juneteenth Oratory Competition. Thank you!

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

We'd love to use this room for its privacy to host the judging session for a Juneteenth Oratory Competition. Thank you!

Oak Park Writer's Group

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space

Partnering With Parents May Parent Child Group

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

monthly parent and child play group to work on developmental and social skills

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

monthly parent and child play group to work on developmental and social skills

Àsia Finals

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Water Safety for Preschoolers

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Join Melissa Hammer from Foss Swim School for a fun and important class on water safety for kids aged 3-5 years and their caregivers. 

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Join Melissa Hammer from Foss Swim School for a fun and important class on water safety for kids aged 3-5 years and their caregivers.

Pop-upShop items for sale

Pop-Up Shop

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Maze Branch Library
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Visit us to purchase new branded merchandise (or shop online anytime at oppl.org/store). All sales are final; no refunds, no exchanges. For online orders: pick-up is ava...

Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Visit us to purchase new branded merchandise (or shop online anytime at oppl.org/store).

All sales are final; no refunds, no exchanges.

Puppets on a stage

Shake, Rattle & Read at Dole

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

An energetic program designed for children up to age 5, with caregivers. Get ready to sing, dance, and listen to great stories! Register for each class you will attend. No need ...

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Required
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
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.

AGE Options

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:45am - 2:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room

AgeOptions Meeting

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:45am - 2:15pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Meeting/Event Description:

We will be hosting a mindfulness and meditation session in the space.

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

We will be hosting a mindfulness and meditation session in the space.