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Art Exhibit: "Tabernacle" by Phoebe Joan Darling

All Day 7/1–7/31
Arts & Culture
Maze Branch Library
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

This body of work by Phoebe Joan Darling features several 12x12" paintings, as well as some 16x12" weavings. 

This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group

Idea Box: Disability Pride Month

All Day 7/1–7/31
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Idea Box
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families
Event Details:

This month, we are exploring disability culture, community, and advocacy for Disability Pride Month.

About Disability Pride

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Civic Learning" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group

Art Exhibit: "Our Reality: Not Your Pathology" by Shane-Jahi Jackson

All Day 7/22–8/23
Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

The controversial Moynihan Report of 1965 delivered a bleak and problematic assessment on the state of the African American family.

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group

Book Bike: Thursday Night Out

5:00pm–7:00pm
Arts & Culture, Kids & Families
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Kids & Families
Event Details:

Book Bike

The Book Bike brings the library to you and your neighbors by popping up throughout the village—April through October, weather permitting! Learn more about Oak Park’s Book Bike »

The Book Bike visits Downtown Oak Park for Thursday Night Out, w

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Civic Learning" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group

Art Exhibit Reception: "Our Reality: Not Your Pathology" by Shane-Jahi Jackson

6:30pm–8:00pm
Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Meet the Artist and enjoy light refreshments. 

This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group

One-on-One Small Business Consulting

1:00pm–4:00pm
Careers & Businesses
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Careers & Businesses
Event Details:

Do you have questions about starting or growing a business? Sit down with Chettha Saetia, business owner, business advisor, and Director of The Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA).

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group

Book Bike: StArt Your Weekend

3:00pm–5:00pm
Arts & Culture
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Book Bike

The Book Bike brings the library to you and your neighbors by popping up throughout the village—April through October, weather permitting! Learn more about Oak Park’s Book Bike »

The Book Bike visits The OP Arts District for StArt Your Weekend, weather permitting. 

This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group

English Language Conversation

10:00am–11:00am
Equity & Anti-Racism
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 26, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join other English language learners to practice English and learn new vocabulary in an informal setting. Conversation Facilitators will lead the session with a variety of topics for conversation.

This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group

HYBRID: Day of Wellness for Black, Indigenous, People of Color Panel Discussion

11:00am–12:00pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Multicultural
Virtual
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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on July 26, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Multicultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please join Jor-El Caraballo, Emely Rumble, and Karen J. Anderson, for a discussion on self-care for Black Men, self-care for Black Women, and African beauty.

About the Panelist 

This event is in the "Community Partner" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group

A Day of Wellness for BIPOC

11:00am–3:00pm
Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Multicultural
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on July 26, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Multicultural
Registration Required
Event Details:

We invite those who self-identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) to A Day of Wellness for BIPOC at the Oak Park Public Library. This program aims to foster connection, sh

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.

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.

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group

Intro to Machine Sewing

1:00pm–3:30pm
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning
Main Library
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in getting started with sewing? This demonstration with instructor Mike Hall will introduce you to the basics of machine sewing and overview a couple of beginner stitches.

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
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 27, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
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
Event Details:

This new intergenerational program welcomes neurodivergent kids, teens, adults, and seniors. Participants can choose to participate in various ways, including hanging out in the space. There will be fidgets and supports available.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group

Grief Journaling

2:00pm–4:00pm
Health & Wellness
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Scoville Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Grief Journaling Workshop

Have you experienced the loss of a loved one (a partner, family member, mentor, friend, etc.)? Are you experiencing ambiguous loss or anticipatory grief? Even if you don’t consider yourself a writer, you are welcome to join us on this journey of journaling. Each session will begin with prompts and/or a guided meditation followed by time to journal. At the end of each session, we will set aside time to share, if you feel so moved. Feel free to come to any or all workshops.

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 "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

Disability Pride Ice Cream Social

2:15pm–3:30pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 27, 2025 @ 2:15pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
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
Event Details:

Come as you are and stay as you like—this Disability Pride Ice Cream Social is a low-pressure, high-joy celebration of community, connection, and inclusion.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group

VIRTUAL: Chair Yoga

12:30pm–1:00pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness
Virtual
Register now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on December 30, 2025 @ 12:30pm.
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: 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.

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group

Virtual: Adult Improv

7:00pm–8:30pm
Arts & Culture
Virtual
Register now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on July 29, 2025 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required

Adult Improv

Looking for a way to let your inner comedian run free? Want to improve your quick-thinking skills? Join us for a night of spontaneous comedy. All skill levels welcome. Warning: Hilarity will ensue.

Adult Improv is held both in person at the Maze Branch Library and virtually every month; see all upcoming Adult Improv events »

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.

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group

Wednesday Movie Matinee: "Dave made a Maze"

1:00pm–3:00pm
Arts & Culture
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 30, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wednesday Movie Matinee

Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!

In this wild and fun film, an artist named Dave builds a maze in his apartment, and he is soon trapped within when it becomes a larger-than-life labyrinth.

This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group

Sound Bath Meditation

3:00pm–4:00pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness
Main Library
Join the waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness
Registration Required

Sound Bath Meditation

Looking for a way to reset and relax? Calm your mind and expand your awareness through a guided meditation sound bath. This soothing practice creates a sense of calm, peace, and relaxation, promoting good health and balanced energy. Surrounded by the gentle sounds and vibrations of crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, along with Tingsha bells, you'll be guided to connect with your deeper self-consciousness. Some meditation sound baths may also incorporate soft singing, nature sounds, or rhythmic, abstract music.

Please wear comfortable clothing. You may choose to sit on a chair or lie on a yoga mat, and you’re welcome to bring a blanket or pillow for added comfort. If possible, bring your own yoga mat, as our supply is limited.

To ensure participants fully benefit from the health and wellness aspects of this meditative experience, the doors will close five minutes after the session begins.

About the facilitator
Rhonda Fentry began working in the health and fitness industry in 1989, working as a personal trainer, fitness instructor, fitness manager, and group fitness director at various health clubs throughout the city of Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Rhonda holds a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology and Human Movement from A.T. Still University, School of Health Science, and fitness certification through the American Council on Exercise, the American College of Sports Medicine, Physicalmind Institute, National Academy of Sports Medicine, as a certified Corrective Exercise and Performance Enhancement Specialist, and received her 200-hour Yoga teacher training certificate (CYT) through Yogafit. She takes a holistic approach to health and fitness, and her goal is to create balance between the mind, body, and spirit in her students.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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

French Conversation Hour

7:00pm–8:00pm
Arts & Culture, Multicultural
Maze Branch Library
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.

This event is in the "Digital Learning" group

Tech Help Drop-In

10:00am–12:00pm
Digital Learning
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 31, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Digital Learning
Registration Required

Tech Help Drop-In

Have a tech question? Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Our digital learning staff will help you answer your technology-based questions and address your concerns about laptops, tablets, and smartphones. Sessions are limited to 15 minutes. Bring your questions and your device!

No registration required for these sessions. To protect everyone's safety, masks are required.

The Creative Studio is located on the third floor of the Main Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group

Book Bike: Thursday Night Out

5:00pm–7:00pm
Arts & Culture, Kids & Families
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Kids & Families
Event Details:

Book Bike

The Book Bike brings the library to you and your neighbors by popping up throughout the village—April through October, weather permitting! Learn more about Oak Park’s Book Bike »

The Book Bike visits Downtown Oak Park for Thursday Night Out, w

This event is in the "Community Partner" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group

Idea Box: Understanding Opioids: Awareness, Support, and Hope

All Day 8/1–8/31
Community Partner, Health & Wellness
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Idea Box
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Partner, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

In observance of #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay (August 31st), the Oak Park and River Forest Townships Opioid Task Force will be featured at the Oak Park Public Library's "Idea Box" from August 1st to 31st.

This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group

Older Adult Coffee Hour

9:30am–11:00am
Health & Wellness
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on August 1, 2025 @ 9:30am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop into the library for a cup of coffee and friendly conversation. 

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

Mural Makers Celebration

4:00pm–5:30pm
Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on August 1, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: High School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

For the third summer running, our community’s youth and library staff dedicated to serving patrons in grades 6 to 12 have collaborated to create a lasting piece of permanent art that makes their space at our public library their ow