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This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
03/11/2024 @ 10:00am - 04/11/2024 @ 11:00am
Multicultural
Main Library
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Mar-Apr
11
2024
Ramadan Around the World!
03/11/2024 @ 10:00am - 04/11/2024 @ 11:00am
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Idea Box
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Multicultural
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Arts & Culture,
Kids & Families
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Mar-Apr
2024
Art Exhibit: "channeling" by Constance Volk
All Day 3/12 - 4/13
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Kids & Families
Event Details:
About channeling
My paintings begin with a clay foundation, forming channels that allow reactive oil paint to flow and marble as it cures. I call this technique "channeling."
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This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Health & Wellness
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Apr
5
2024
Fri
Older Adults Coffee Hour
9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
30
Event Details:
Stop into the library for a cup of coffee and friendly conversation.
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This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
Equity & Anti-Racism
Virtual
Registration closed
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
Apr
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.
Health & Wellness
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Apr
6
2024
Sat
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL: Grupo de apoyo para cuidadores de personas con alzhéimer/ Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
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
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Event Details:
Cuando te enfrentes a momentos difíciles, tener un grupo de apoyo al que puedas hablar para obtener consejos y alientos puede ayudarte a sentirte conectado socialmente y darte un sentido de pertenencia y propósito.
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 "Civic Learning" 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.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.
Civic Learning,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12,
Sustainability
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Civic Learning" 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.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.
Apr
6
2024
Sat
Oak Park Eco-Extravaganza
10:00am - 12:00pm
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,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Civic Learning,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12,
Sustainability
Required
Seats Remaining:
87
Event Details:
Join us for this Earth Month Community Kickoff event for all ages and learn about a wide variety of community sustainability groups and opportunities right here in Oak Park.
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This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Health & Wellness
Virtual
Registration closed
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Apr
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.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Arts & Culture
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Apr
3
2024
Wed
Wednesday Matinee Film Series: "Maltese Falcon"
1:00pm - 3:00pm
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:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining:
142
Event Details:
It is a Wednesday Matinee! Each Wednesday the library has a movie matinee film screening at Main Library.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Arts & Culture
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Apr
5
2024
Fri
Film Screening: "Chasing Shadows: A Photographer Captures Solar Eclipses Around the World"
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining:
24
Event Details:
Chasing Shadows is a 2017 documentary directed by Nelson Quan.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Arts & Culture
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Apr
2
2024
Tue
Shakespeare Movie Fest: "Romeo & Juliet"
2:00pm - 4:30pm
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:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining:
146
Event Details:
Join in a celebration of Shakespeare's work at this weekly film series. Each week will feature a different film based on a Shakespeare's play. Come to all or any of the series.
April 2: Romeo & Juliet
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Arts & Culture
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Apr
5
2024
Fri
Solar Eclipse Pinhole Camera
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining:
18
Event Details:
Join us to learn the basics of how to make your box pinhole camera to safely observe the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. This program is intended for all ages.
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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.
Arts & Culture,
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Main Library
Registration closed
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.
Apr
6
2024
Sat
Spanish Conversation Hour / Conversación en español
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining:
18
Spanish Conversation Hour
Join us for a casual hour of open conversation with other Spanish speakers. Whether you speak enough to hold a basic conversation or can rattle off long stories, all levels are welcome. No class, no formal lesson—just practice for current Spanish speakers.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
Apr
4
2024
Thu
Beat Creation 101 With Ableton Live
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio
Age Group:
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Interested in producing your own music? This workshop will cover the basics of using Ableton Live Lite for music creation. Learn about the basics of building the foundation of a song and how to experiment with effects.
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Cancelled
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books
Virtual
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Apr
3
2024
Wed
Cancelled
RESCHEDULED: Illinois Libraries Present: The Hidden Gifts of Visual Thinkers With Dr. Temple Grandin
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Virtual
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books
Event Details:
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY, JUNE 4. REGISTER NOW »
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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