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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Art Exhibit: "Flowers for People" by Benz Amataya

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Flowers for People is an art exhibition inspired by the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual challenges that humans are facing on a daily basis.

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Community Partner" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.

Idea Box: Arab American Heritage Month

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Arts & Culture, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Main Library
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, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Event Details:

Please join the Oak Park Public Library and our community partners in celebrating Arab American Heritage Month!

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Dungeons and Dragons Club!

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Joins us for Dungeons and Dragons Club!

Meet a group, make some friends and learn more about how to play!

Attendees will be provided maps, figure standees and character sheets to host their very own Dungeons and Dragons Sessions!

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.

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

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Main Library
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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
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Community Partner" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.

Arab American Heritage Celebration

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Culture, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Main Library
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, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Event Details:

Join us to celebrate Arab American heritage, learn about Arab American culture and contributions, connect with your neighbors, make some arts & crafts, and enjoy tasty treats and musical performances.

This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Beyond the Books Mentoring

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 149
Event Details:

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inherent capabilities and resources to realize their fullest potential.

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.

Tea Talk! Building Connections

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Students Grades 6-8
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Middle School Space
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

In the previous week, we explored the topic of Emotions, gaining valuable insights and understanding. Looking ahead, our upcoming quarter will focus on the theme of Building Connections.

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Civic Learning" group.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.

Bird Making Workshop: Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Sustainability
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Sustainability
Event Details:

Do you enjoy crafting and giving back to the community? If so, please join us in this upcycled bird making workshop that will help contribute to raising awareness about bird collision deaths.

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

What's Your Craft

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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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
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

What's Your Craft is a DIY program designed to inspire self-motivation and personal growth through art for high school students.

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

The Teen Library Gaming League

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: High School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

A gaming league hosted by teens for teens! 

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.

Family Art Workshop: Flowers for You

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8
Main Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

(Participants must register below. All children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult)

This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Beyond the Books Mentoring

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inherent capabilities and resources to realize their fullest potential.

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Job Readiness Series

4:00pm - 6:30pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Join us for a three day program to learn career fundamentals including: resume development, interview techniques, cover letter tips, and much more!

Attendance to all three sessions will grant the opportunity for a paid summer internship!

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

College Readiness: Being a First Generation College Student

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Transitioning to college can be a challenge for many students, but for students who will be the first in their family to obtain a college credential, it holds some additional challenges.

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Job Readiness Series

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Join us for a three day program to learn career fundamentals including: resume development, interview techniques, cover letter tips, and much more!

Attendance to all three sessions will grant the opportunity for a paid summer internship!

This event is in the "Civic Learning" group.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.

One Earth Film Festival: "Every Little Thing"

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Civic Learning, Sustainability
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Civic Learning, Sustainability
Event Details:

Join us for this Watch Party of One Earth Film Festival's screening of the film "Every Little Thing" at the Village of Oak Park Town Hall.

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Job Readiness Series

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Join us for a three day program to learn career fundamentals including: resume development, interview techniques, cover letter tips, and much more!

Attendance to all three sessions will grant the opportunity for a paid summer internship!

This event is in the "Civic Learning" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.

One Earth Film Festival: "Cafeteria Man"

10:30am - 1:00pm
Civic Learning, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12, Sustainability
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Civic Learning, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12, Sustainability
Event Details:

Join this watch party of One Earth Film Festival's screening of Cafeteria Man.

This event is in the "Community Partner" group.

Multicultural Festival

11:00am - 4:00pm
Community Partner
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Partner
Event Details:

Come learn about and celebrate the many cultures that make up the fabric of Oak Park! 

Join us in Scoville Park for stage performances, activities, food, and fun.

This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Neurodivergent Nerdout!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

This new intergenerational program welcomes neurodivergent kids, teens, adults, and seniors. Participants can choose to share about their special interests and favorite things, or just hang out in the space.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.

Shakespeare Fest

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Culture
Main Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 149
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate all things Shakespeare with an open mic, Elizabethan costume contest, and crafts!

This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.

Grief Journaling

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Health & Wellness
Main Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Scoville Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual & In-Person Program

After you register (below), you will receive an email with information about attending in person and a specific link to join the event virtually.

Please indicate whether you plan to attend the event in person or virtually when you register. 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.

This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Beyond the Books Mentoring

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inherent capabilities and resources to realize their fullest potential.

This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.

Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board Talent Show!

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 149
Event Details:

Our very own Oak Park Public Library Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board will be hosting an exclusive talent show!

Join us for an exciting night of fantastic performances!