All Day |
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Arts & Culture
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Dec-Jan
2023
Art Exhibit: "On the Green Line" by Phyllis Frick
All Day 12/16 - 1/14
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
|
|
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Kids & Families
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Dec-Jan
2023
Kids Winter Reading Program
All Day 12/22 - 1/7
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Event Details:
Winter break is the perfect opportunity for some cozy book time! For every hour spent reading, either independently or as a listener, you can earn a special bead.
|
|
|
Jan
1
2024
Mon
Closing
Library closed; log in at oppl.org
Branches:
Main Library,
Maze Branch Library,
Dole Branch Library,
Virtual,
Offsite
Description:
Scheduled library closing
|
|
9 am |
|
|
|
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Children's Legal Clinic for Asylum Seekers
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Arbor West Neighbors NFP monthly Board Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description
Monthly board meeting with hybrid zoom option for remote attendees.
|
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Meeting/Event Description
Gathering for new caregivers to receive breastfeeding support
|
Jan
6
2024
Sat
CAYR Connections Communications Committee
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Jan
6
2024
Sat
Oak Park Muslim Community Board Retreat
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description
|
10 am |
|
|
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Jan
2
2024
Tue
Winter Storytime & Craft
10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
Let it snow! Snuggle up for some winter-themed stories! Share songs, movement, and fun as we embrace the chilly weather. This storytime will be followed by an optional craft, for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
|
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Kids & Families
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
LEGO Club
10:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
We provide the LEGO, you provide the imagination! Drop in and build your dreams.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Children's Legal Clinic for Asylum Seekers
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
|
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Kids & Families
Dole Branch Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Jan
5
2024
Fri
Wooden Train Open Play
10:30am - 12:00pm
Dole Branch Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
All aboard! We supply the wooden tracks and train cars for your little ones to be railroad builders and engineers.
|
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
Equity & Anti-Racism
Virtual
Registration closed
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
Jan
6
2024
Sat
VIRTUAL: English Language Conversation
10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Virtual
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.
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 "Health & Wellness" group.
Cancelled
Health & Wellness
Main Library
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Jan
6
2024
Sat
Cancelled
CANCELLED: IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL: Grupo de apoyo para cuidadores de personas con alzhéimer/ Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
This event has been cancelled
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.
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
Reservation
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
|
11 am |
|
|
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Arts & Culture,
Kids & Families
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Jan
2
2024
Tue
Amazing Animal Collages
11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Artist Phyllis Frick will lead participants in an artmaking workshop creating collage animals, inspired by her collage art currently on exhibit in the library's Gallery. This is a great activity for all ages and adults can help smaller children.
|
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
|
|
|
12 pm |
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
|
|
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Health & Wellness
Virtual
Registration closed
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Jan
2
2024
Tue
VIRTUAL: Midday Meditation
12:00pm - 12:30pm
Virtual
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Midday Meditation
You've likely heard people talk about the benefits of meditation for managing stress, boosting the immune system, and increasing energy. Now is a great time to start a practice or revisit one. This is a welcoming group of meditators, old and brand new. The session starts with Kundalini breath practices that offer powerful practices to shift your state of mind and make meditation more accessible.
About the instructor
Teacher Betsy Grimm is a yoga and meditation instructor who is drawn to practices to help manage mood, anxiety, and depression.
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.
|
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
|
|
|
|
1 pm |
|
|
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Kids & Families
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Jan
2
2024
Tue
Barbie & Ken Club
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining:
14
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.
|
|
|
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
|
2 pm |
|
|
|
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Informational meeting about Sony Home Theater projectors
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Kids & Families
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Sibshop for Kids Who Have a Disabled Sibling
2:30pm - 3:45pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Elementary School
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining:
19
Event Details:
A Sibshop is a chance for kids who have a disabled sibling to come together, talk about their experiences, and play games!
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
|
|
|
3 pm |
|
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
|
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Kids & Families
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Film Screening: "The Little Mermaid"
3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining:
115
Event Details:
Ariel, Flounder, Sebastian, Eric... under the sea and on land! Laugh, cry and sing along with Disney's new live-action remake of the animated classic. (2023, PG, 2h 15m)
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
|
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Kids & Families
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Jan
5
2024
Fri
Read to a Dog
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Services Area
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Event Details:
Dogs love to hear kids read and appreciate the cuddles as well!
Come to the Children's Desk to sign up for a 10 minute reading slot.
Book suggestions provided, or choose your own.
|
Jan
6
2024
Sat
Oak Park and River Forest Neurodiverse Social Club Support Group Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description
Join us for a support group meeting of the Oak Park & River Forest Neurodiverse Social Club! Feel free to bring a coffee or other beverage.
|
4 pm |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
5 pm |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
6 pm |
|
|
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
|
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Kids & Families
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Stuffed Animal Sleepover & PJ Storytime
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
A special PJ storytime for you, followed by a sleepover at the library for your stuffie! Come back for your stuffed friend tomorrow and see what kinds of hijinks they got up to overnight.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Chicago Philosophy Meetup
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Meeting/Event Description
The Chicago Philosophy Meetup is a community of groups created by and for people interested in engagements with philosophy and the history of such engagements.
|
|
|
7 pm |
|
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
|
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Victories of the Heart Men's Group
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Group for men to discuss issues in their lives
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Oak park writers group to read and discuss writing
|
|
|