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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
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.
Nov-Dec
2024
Art Exhibit: "Process" by Alexander Gonzalez
All Day 11/5 - 12/7
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Event Details:
"Process" by Alexander Gonzalez will be on exhibit at the Main Library Art Gallery from November 5 to December 7.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Arts & Culture,
Health & Wellness,
Multicultural
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Serenity in December: A Space for Reflection & Resolution
All Day 12/3 - 12/31
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Idea Box
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Health & Wellness,
Multicultural
Event Details:
Celebrate National Stress-Free Holiday Month with us this December by journaling and creating an affirmation wall to foster peace and positivity. Take time to reflect, set intentions, and center yourself going into the new year!
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
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Dec
4
2024
Wed
Arbor West Neighbors NFP monthly Board Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Meeting/Event Description
Normal monthly AWN Board meeting
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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.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Health & Wellness
Main Library
Register now
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Dec
6
2024
Fri
Older Adults Coffee Hour
9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library
Register now
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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Dec
7
2024
Sat
Frank Lloyd Wright Trust Volunteer Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Need screen and projector please.
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Maze Branch Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Dec
2
2024
Mon
Shake, Rattle & Read at Maze
10:30am - 11:00am
Maze Branch Library
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze 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 caregivers. Get ready to sing, dance, and listen to great stories!
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Dec
3
2024
Tue
Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room
10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
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!
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Dec
4
2024
Wed
Shake Rattle and Read in the Veterans Room
10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Event Details:
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!
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
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Dec
4
2024
Wed
Stay & Play
10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Event Details:
Storytime's over, but the fun continues in the Veterans Room! Play, chat, dance - there's room for all, whether or not you made it to storytime today. Caregivers required, best for children 0-5.
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Dec
5
2024
Thu
Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room
10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
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!
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 "Digital Learning" group.
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning
Main Library
Register now
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
Dec
5
2024
Thu
3D Design Workshop: TinkerCAD Cookie Cutters
10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Register now
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio
Age Group:
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning
Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Event Details:
Learn how to use TinkerCAD.com, a free browser-based computer aided design software, to import an SVG image into the software, edit it into a cookie cutter, and then submit the finished project to be printed on the library's 3D printers.
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Dec
7
2024
Sat
Shake, Rattle & Read
10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
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!
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
Equity & Anti-Racism
Main Library
Register now
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
Dec
7
2024
Sat
English Language Conversation
10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
Register now
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
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.
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
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Dec
3
2024
Tue
Baby Lapsit
11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Baby Lapsit
This storytime is designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and babies who are not yet walking. Babies learn to associate books with fun and shared moments with their favorite adults. Short books are paired with songs and rhymes that are modeled to introduce pre-literacy skills. #babytoddler See all upcoming storytimes »
Event Details:
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Dec
7
2024
Sat
Young & Restless
11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
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 »
Event Details:
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.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness,
Multicultural
Main Library
Register now
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Dec
7
2024
Sat
Healing Through the Holidays
11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
Register now
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness,
Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining:
124
Event Details:
The holiday season can be joyous, and also stressful. We invite you to take time to care for yourself. Come to any or all of the sessions below.
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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.
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Dec
1
2024
Sun
Serve Safe Food Safety Sanitation Certification
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
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This event is in the "Library Board" group.
Library Board
Main Library
This event is in the "Library Board" group.
Dec
6
2024
Fri
Oak Park Public Library Board Committee Meeting
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Scoville Room
Program Type:
Library Board
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Reservation
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
Dec
4
2024
Wed
Housing Forward Staff Training
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Kids & Families,
Multicultural,
Storytimes
Main Library
Register now
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Dec
7
2024
Sat
Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy
2:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library
Register now
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Multicultural,
Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining:
25
Event Details:
Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.
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.
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness
Main Library
Register now
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Dec
7
2024
Sat
Hidden Disability Circle
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library
Register now
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
25
Event Details:
This circle for adults with hidden/non-apparent disabilities will be focused on healing. Examples of non-apparent disabilities include, but are not limited to, mental health, arthritis, diabetes, neurodivergence, hearing, and more.
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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3 pm |
Reservation
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Website planning and updates
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.
Health & Wellness,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
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.
Dec
4
2024
Wed
Tea Talk! Let's Talk Emotions
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
Register now
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Middle School Space
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Health & Wellness,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Over the next 15 weeks, we're diving deep into EMOTIONS! Each week, we'll explore different feelings, how they affect us daily, and learn how to handle our reactions when these feelings come up.
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This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families
Main Library
Register now
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Dec
5
2024
Thu
Tablet Time
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Register now
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Tablet Time
It's Tablet Time in the Children's Services Area! Try apps for drawing, music, and video creation, puzzles and games, coding, science, and more!
Event Details:
Try out a new app, play a favorite game, share with a friend or by play yourself. Kids will play on Children's Services iPad in the storytime room. For Kids in grades PK-5.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Dec
5
2024
Thu
Access Granted Co-Ed Mentor Program
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
High School,
Adults
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
This program offers mentorship for students grades 6 through 12, providing them with invaluable life lessons and offering them a safe space to build social and professional skills.
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
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This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families
Main Library
Register now
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Dec
3
2024
Tue
Tech Night for Kids (Grades 3-5)
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
Register now
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Elementary School
Program Type:
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Tech Night for Kids
We'll have fun learning different technology concepts through hands-on experiences. Explore what's inside a computer, coding with robots, 3D printing, video production, and more!
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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
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Dec
2
2024
Mon
Where The Olive Trees Weep Movie Screening
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description
Screening of film Where The Olive Trees Weep sponsored by CJPIP (Committee or Adjust Peace in Israel/Palestine)
Dec
2
2024
Mon
COURTLAND CONDO ANNUAL MEETING
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
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Dec
3
2024
Tue
Ananda Chicago Meditation Group
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.
Arts & Culture,
Kids & Families,
Sustainability
Maze Branch Library
Register now
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.
Dec
4
2024
Wed
Craft Corner: Paper Bag Snowflakes
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Maze Branch Library
Register now
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Age Group:
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Kids & Families,
Sustainability
Required
Seats Remaining:
13
Craft Corner
Craft Corner is an all-ages, intergenerational program that brings the community together to create projects throughout the year. With a focus on using different materials and upcycling when possible, each craft is designed to appeal to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your family or neighbors for some hands-on fun! If you'd like, you can even bring your own materials to make the planned craft or create something uniquely your own.
Event Details:
Join us to make stunning, reusable 3-D snowflakes out of flat bottomed paper bags (like grocery or lunch sacks). All materials provided, as well as instructions so you'll be able to turn your next grocery run into a winter delight.
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
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Dec
5
2024
Thu
Chicago Philosophy Meetup
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Meeting/Event Description
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Dec
5
2024
Thu
Supported Storytime and Family Social Hour
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Designed for children with disabilities and support needs ages 3+ with caregiver support.
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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This event is in the "Civic Learning" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Sustainability
Main Library
Register now
This event is in the "Civic Learning" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.
Dec
3
2024
Tue
An Inside Look at Climate Reporting in Chicagoland
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Register now
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Sustainability
Required
Seats Remaining:
118
Event Details:
Get an inside look at current climate stories in the Chicago area with Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco, a reporter covering issues related to climate change and energy for
Reservation
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
PING! Board Member Meeting
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Dec
4
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 event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Arts & Culture
Main Library
Register now
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Dec
4
2024
Wed
Musical Performance by Noteworthy
7:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library
Register now
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining:
78
Event Details:
Join us for a lively evening musical concert from Noteworthy, Oak Park and River Forest High School's award-winning show choir.
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Reservation
Maze Branch Library
Dec
5
2024
Thu
950 Washington Blvd Condo Board Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
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