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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.
Idea Box: 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
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Arts & Culture,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Dec-Jan
2024
Art Exhibit: "Ancestral Echoes: The Impact of Inheritance" by Sara Moskowitz
All Day 12/10 - 1/11
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
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9 am |
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Wild+Free Christmas Party
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description
Homeschool Christmas meetup
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
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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:
Audio Booth
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio
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Dec
14
2024
Sat
Windy City Embroiderers- Holiday party
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description
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10 am |
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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
9
2024
Mon
Shake, Rattle & Read at Maze
10:30am - 11:00am
Maze Branch Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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 "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
10
2024
Tue
Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room
10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
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
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 is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
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
11
2024
Wed
Shake Rattle and Read in the Veterans Room
10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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 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 "Storytimes" group.
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room
10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
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
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.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Fair Housing Training - Source of Income Protections
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description
HOPE Fair Housing Center is a civil rights nonprofit active throughout Illinois.
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
Careers & Businesses
Main Library
This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
MHS Team Development
10:30am - 3:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
Dec
13
2024
Fri
Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio: Media Station 1
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Meeting/Event Description
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Kids & Families
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Dec
13
2024
Fri
Barbie & Ken Club
10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
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
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.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Dole Branch Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Dec
13
2024
Fri
Playgroup at Dole
10:30am - 11:00am
Dole Branch Library
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,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Due to staff illness, storytime is cancelled on December 13, but the room will be open for playtime. Thanks for your understanding!
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
14
2024
Sat
Shake, Rattle & Read
10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
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
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 "Digital Learning" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Coding Fun For Kids
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:
Creative Studio
Age Group:
Elementary School
Program Type:
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
“Want to explore the world of code? Join Codifica + Code in a bilingual (English and Spanish) setting! Sign up now to participate in fun brain breaks and learn about coding and its intersection with cybersecurity, AI, and more!”
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
Equity & Anti-Racism
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
English Language Conversation
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:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining:
29
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
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
Meeting/Event Description
We are holding a pack meeting for the scouts to put together charity packages for the holiday season.
Reservation
Maze Branch Library
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Youth Mentoring and Development
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Young girls mentoring and development
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Frank Lloyd Wright Trust Volunteer Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
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11 am |
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference 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
10
2024
Tue
Baby Lapsit
11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
New Moms Oak Park (Non-Profit)
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
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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.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Cricut Workshop: Vinyl Decals
11:00am - 12:30pm
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:
4
Event Details:
Learn how to use the Cricut Explore Air 2 to create your own personalized vinyl decal design. You will be guided through each step needed to get your design ready for our cutting plotter.
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
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Dec
13
2024
Fri
Special Collections Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
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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
14
2024
Sat
Young & Restless
11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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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12 pm |
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Reservation
Maze Branch Library
Dec
8
2024
Sun
Daisy Girl Scouts - Troop 47836
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Longfellow 1st grade Daisy Girl Scout Meeting
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Den meeting where scouts will be building games
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Kids & Families
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
D97 Reading Olympics
12:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Elementary School
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Event Details:
Oak Park and River Forest district-wide Reading Olympics for 5th graders. Caregivers are welcome to view the competition portion of the event, approximately 12:40-2 PM.
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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.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
VIRTUAL Chair Yoga
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:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.
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:
Audio Booth
|
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:
Audio Booth
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Free State of Illinois Basset Training Class
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
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1 pm |
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Join our new Neurodiversity Book Club, hosted by CAYR Connections, a local nonprofit dedicated to celebrating and empowering all kinds of minds.
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:
Conference Room
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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.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Scrabble Club
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:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining:
19
Event Details:
Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble. All skills levels and ages are welcome.
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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:
Audio Booth
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2 pm |
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
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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
Registration closed
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
This event is in the "Storytimes" group.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy
2:00pm - 2:30pm
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
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Multicultural,
Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining:
22
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.
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Frank Lloyd Wright Trust Volunteer Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
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3 pm |
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
Dec
8
2024
Sun
Girl Scout Troop 47227 Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
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 "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Exam Cram
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
High School Space
Age Group:
High School
Program Type:
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Exam Cram is a dedicated, quiet space designed to support students in their exam preparation.
Reservation
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Monthly discussion of articles chosen by group members
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Reservation
Dole Branch Library
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Senior Citizen's Board Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Plan It Green Leadership Conference
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Exam Cram
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
High School Space
Age Group:
High School
Program Type:
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Exam Cram is a dedicated, quiet space designed to support students in their exam preparation.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Los Amigos Que Hablan Español
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Meeting/Event Description
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Exam Cram
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
High School Space
Age Group:
High School
Program Type:
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Exam Cram is a dedicated, quiet space designed to support students in their exam preparation.
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This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Exam Cram
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
High School Space
Age Group:
High School
Program Type:
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Exam Cram is a dedicated, quiet space designed to support students in their exam preparation.
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This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Dec
13
2024
Fri
Exam Cram
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
High School Space
Age Group:
High School
Program Type:
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Exam Cram is a dedicated, quiet space designed to support students in their exam preparation.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Kids & Families
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Dec
13
2024
Fri
Read to a Dog
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Event Details:
Dogs love to hear kids read and appreciate the cuddles as well!
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Crime & Coffee: "When A Killer Calls: A Hunting Story of Murder, Criminal Profiling & Justice in a Small Town"
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Scoville Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Crime & Coffee
Talk history and crime with fellow true crime lovers over a hot cup of coffee. Each month, participants will be presented with a true-crime case to discuss as a group. Expect multiple points of access to each case, from books, ebooks, and audiobooks to true crime podcasts, documentaries, and more. Then join library staff for coffee and snacks as we discuss the details. Whether you like to read, listen, or watch—or all of the above!—there's an option for everyone. Learn more about library-led book discussions »
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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
Registration closed
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Mindful Monday
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Scoville Room
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Careers & Businesses,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Beyond the Books
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
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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
Registration closed
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Boost Your Brain
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Middle School Space
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Hey teens! Want to boost your brainpower with some awesome games? Join us each month as the MHS team hosts trivia, bingo, or riddle challenges. It's all about fun and keeping those brains sharp!
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
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
Registration closed
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
11
2024
Wed
Tea Talk! Let's Talk Emotions
4:00pm - 6:00pm
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:
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Health & Wellness,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining:
149
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.
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Meeting/Event Description
Tutoring session with 7-10th grade students.
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.
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12,
Sustainability
Main Library
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.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Winter Sowing for Native Seeds: All Ages Program
4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12,
Sustainability
Event Details:
Late fall is actually a great time to plant seeds and we have 3 different varieties of native flower seeds at the library—Purple Coneflower, Smooth Blue Aster, and Partridge Pea.
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Cancelled
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families
Main Library
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Cancelled
Cancelled: Tech Night for Kids
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
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:
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families
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!
Event Details:
This month we'll have fun with coding by playing some unplugged coding games!
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
12
2024
Thu
Access Granted Co-Ed Mentor Program
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
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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 event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
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.
Arts & Culture,
Health & Wellness,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
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
13
2024
Fri
Move Me Soul
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Health & Wellness,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
If you're into Yoga and dancing, Move Me Soul is the perfect program for you! This class is split into two parts where you can freely express yourself and unwind through movement.
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
13
2024
Fri
Teen Library Gaming League: Mario Kart Edition!
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
Event Details:
Join us for a series of gaming tournaments!
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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:
Conference Room
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
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Reservation
Maze Branch Library
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Troop 47823 Lincoln Daisy Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
First grade Lincoln Daisy Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
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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.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Laser Cutter Workshop: Hand-Drawn Acrylic LED Lamps
5:30pm - 7:00pm
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:
Learn how to use the Glowforge laser cutter to hand-draw your own personalized design for an Acrylic LED lamp that can light up and change colors at the press of a button!
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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:
Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description
Children’s Piano Performance
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books
Virtual
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
VIRTUAL: Cultivate Your Inner Renaissance with Rachel Cargle
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:
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
After a photograph of her standing with her white friend at the 2017 Women's March went viral, then twenty-seven-year old Rachel Cargle began to wonder, What is her place in the feminist movement? Is feminist solidarity even a possibility?
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
Maze Branch Library
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Oak Park Meditation Group
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
OAK PARK MEDITATION GROUP
The Oak Park Meditation Group is open to all who want to learn and practice meditation together.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Latine Author Book Cafe: "Magical/Realism: Essays on Music, Memory, Fantasy & Borders"
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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,
Authors & Books,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining:
27
Latine Author Book Cafe
Join us on the second Tuesday of each month as we discuss works written by Latine authors.* Spanish language copies will be made available when possible. Learn more about library-led book discussions »
*After discussion with community members and staff, the library changed its usage from “Latinx” to “Latine.” Latine is a term created by LGBTQIA+ Spanish speakers. This term uses the letter "e" to illustrate gender inclusivity within existing Spanish pronunciation rules. It is a more inclusive term that acknowledges the gender and language diversity of the community.
Event Details:
About Magical/Realism
Longlisted for the National Book Award
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
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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
Meeting/Event Description
Girl Scout Troop Family Meeting to Discuss Cookies
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Copy of 833 N Harlem Condo Association
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Health & Wellness
Virtual
Registration closed
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Virtual: Classroom Kitchen: Holiday Cookies: Baking and Decorating with Royal Icing
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Virtual
Room:
Virtual Meeting Space
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
270
Event Details:
Join Kristyn Slick of Classroom Kitchen in an interactive winter-themed virtual cooking series.
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.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Oak Park CashFlow 101 Game Night
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
Meeting/Event Description
We have played the Cashflow game here for four years. Everyone has been asking when the meetings will continue.
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning,
Sustainability
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Laser Cutter Workshop: Mini House
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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,
Sustainability
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Create a decorative mini house model using the library’s Glowforge laser cutter! Join us for an overview of how to nest designs for efficient use of laser material and time, followed by a demonstration cut
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
12
2024
Thu
Supported Storytime and Family Social Hour
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
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:
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 is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description
Oak Park Photo club gathers to show pictures they have taken.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" 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.
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Virtual
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" 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.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Presents: The Magic of Raina Telgemeier
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Virtual
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Discover the magic behind Raina's heartwarming and relatable stories as she shares insights into her creative process, inspiration, and the power of graphic novels.
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.
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Arts & Culture
Maze Branch Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Adult Improv
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maze Branch Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining:
51
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 »
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Oak Park Festival Theatre Board Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Meeting/Event Description
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
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Dec
12
2024
Thu
Growing Native Plants from Seed
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Growing native plants from seed is a fun and cost-effective way to grow your native garden. Learn about the different germination requirements for different species, along with some reliable cold-moist stratification methods.
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description
Toastmasters, where leaders are made.
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
Meeting/Event Description
Strecth is a life group created to help support on there journey in life with christian values.
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Meeting/Event Description
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