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Christmas play

6:15pm - 8:15pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Christmas play...

Digital Literacy: 3D Printing for Adults - Ornaments

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Learn to use the computer-aided design tool, TinkerCAD, to create printable 3D objects! Join Laura from Slowfire Studios to learn the basics of using TinkerCAD to create 3D models.   Learn about 3D-printing principles, design a 3D object...

Shake, Rattle & Read: Storytime Room

10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25

Shake, Rattle & Read

Music and movement are paired in this big, joyful storytime designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children up to age 5. Get ready to sing and dance with your child! Register for each class you will attend, once per group. See all upcoming storytimes »

Oak Park End-of-Life Options

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description
Monthly meeting of Oak Park End-of-Life Options Coalition...

Exam Cram: Exam Review/ Quiet Study Space

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Held the week before OPRF final exams, Exam cram is a homework support and test preparation outreach program that features free school supplies, study resources, an active study space, an active study break area, and snacks. ...

"The Story of Stuff": Screening, Discussion & Paper Craft

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Maze Branch Library
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Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Sustainability
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 64
Event Details:
Join us for this event in two parts: View and discuss The Story of Stuff, a 20-minute 207 movie that looks at the underside of production and consumption patterns.  Craft a simple handmade bow (perhaps for a handmade gift) usin...

Barbie & Ken Club

10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Kids & Families
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27

Barbie & Ken Club

We provide the dream house, lots of fashions, accessories, shoes, horses, cars, and a choice of dolls. You simply bring your imagination!

Barbie & Ken Club may seem like just fun, but it promotes storytelling, dramatic play, narrative development, conflict resolution, sharing and parallel play, which are important for all kids.

Shake, Rattle & Read

10:30am - 11:00am
Dole Branch Library
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Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Event Details:
An energetic program designed for children up to age 5, with caregiver support. Get ready to sing, dance, and listen to great stories! Register for each class you will attend. No need to fill out the form for each family member, just once per grou...

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Masks Encouraged

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

Friday Knitting

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

MHS WinterFest

4:00pm - 6:00pm
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: 120
Event Details:
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to celebrate with us as the semester ends and the holidays begin! Come join us with food, music, and games! ...

VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Present: Experience the Nutcracker at Home

All Day 12/16 - 12/17
Virtual
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:
Experience The Nutcracker at home! Get in the spirit of the season with a recorded virtual performance of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker performed by the United Kingdom’s internationally renowned Royal Ballet. The ballet, a holiday staple for a...

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Illinois Libraries Present Virtual Program

After you register (using the registration link above), 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 made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among 200+ public libraries—including Oak Park Public Library—offering premier events for participating member libraries of all sizes and budgets. Funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office for the Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

Illinois Libraries Present is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com.

Art Exhibit: "On the Green Line" by Phyllis Frick

All Day 12/16 - 1/14
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:
The Green Line Series is a collection of collages depicting the diversity of commuters who ride the train every day to and from Oak Park to Chicago. Growing up in Oak Park and taking the train downtown to go shopping or to museums as a child always g...

Sailing Discussion

9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Meeting/Event Description
Discuss sailing topics, best practices, and learning...

Shake, Rattle & Read

10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
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! Register for each class you will attend, once...

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

English Language Conversation

10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 32

English Language Conversation

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. Free and open to all English language learners.

Girl Scouts 47408

10:00am - 11:30am
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

Young & Restless

11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14

Young & Restless

Babies learn to associate books with fun and shared moments with favorite adults during this storytime designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children birth to 24 months. One-year-olds love to wander and listen while they explore, and caregivers can help them participate while on the move. Short books are paired with songs and rhymes that are modeled to introduce pre-literacy skills. #babytoddler See all upcoming storytimes »

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Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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