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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 "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,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
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 "Equity & Anti-Racism" 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.
Art Exhibit: "Flowers for People" by Benz Amataya
All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Flowers for People is an art exhibition inspired by the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual challenges that humans are facing on a daily basis.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Arts & Culture,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
May
3
2025
Sat
Star Wars Day: Costume Contest
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library
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:
Arts & Culture,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Prepare to transport yourself to a galaxy far, far away! We're calling all Jedis, Sith Lords, droids, smugglers, and creatures of all shapes and sizes to showcase their most impressive Star Wars costumes.
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" 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,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" 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.
May
3
2025
Sat
Star Wars Day
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
The Force Beckons you to the Oak Park Public Library for an epic celebration of Star Wars!
Disclaimer(s)
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 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.
Authors & Books,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Virtual
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.
May
3
2025
Sat
VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Present: Art & Adventures With Author/Illustrator Dan Santat
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,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Authors & Books,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Join award-winning author and illustrator Dan Santat for a fun and engaging event!
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.
This event is in the "Digital 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.
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Digital 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.
May
3
2025
Sat
Star Wars Day: Edison Robots Podracing
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Get your pit crew together to program and decorate a pair of Edison Robot podracing engines, then set them off in a race to the finish line against a time limit!
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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Apr
30
2025
Wed
Closing
Main Library Closed
Description:
See oppl.org for details and updates.
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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
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
May
3
2025
Sat
Star Wars Day: Trivia
3:00pm - 4:00pm
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,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
"Do or do not. There is no try." Put your Star Wars knowledge to the ultimate test in our thrilling trivia night! Journey through the galaxy far, far away as we delve into the depths of the Star Wars saga.
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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.
Cancelled
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.
Apr
28
2025
Mon
Cancelled
CANCELLED: Beyond the Books Mentoring
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
A Greater Good Foundation—together with the library—is offering a comprehensive co-ed mentor program to inspire all students 13-18 to look inward and harness their inherent capabilities and resources to realize their fullest potential.
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.
Apr
28
2025
Mon
Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board Talent Show!
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
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:
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Our very own Oak Park Public Library Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board will be hosting an exclusive talent show! Join us for an exciting night of fantastic performances!
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This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
Students Grades 6-8
Main Library
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
Apr
29
2025
Tue
Tea Talk! Building Connections
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Middle School Space
Age Group:
Middle School
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8
Event Details:
In the previous week, we explored the topic of Emotions, gaining valuable insights and understanding. Looking ahead, our upcoming quarter will focus on the theme of Building Connections.
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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.
Apr
30
2025
Wed
Glow With Confidence
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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:
Glow with Confidence is a Beauty & Wellness program dedicated to promoting healthy beauty and wellness practices for all students.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
Arts & Culture,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
May
2
2025
Fri
What's Your Craft
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Middle School Space
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
What's Your Craft is a DIY program designed to inspire self-motivation and personal growth through art for high school students.
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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
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group.
May
2
2025
Fri
The Teen Library Gaming League
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
High School Space
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
A gaming league hosted by teens for teens!
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