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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
Apr-May
2024
All Day 4/16 - 5/18
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
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This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
All Day 5/3 - 5/15
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Idea Box
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Event Details:
Celebrating Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Month features art, clothing, books, photos, biographies of influential Asian Americans, and more, through May 15th in the Main Library Idea Box.
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This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
Main Library
Register now
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
May
11
2024
Sat
10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
Register now
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining:
30
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.
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12 pm |
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This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Virtual
Registration closed
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
May
7
2024
Tue
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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Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
May
8
2024
Wed
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Wednesday Movie Matinee
Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!
Event Details:
This week's it's the fantastical Pan's Labyrinth. In this fairy tale, a small family in Spain moves into an old house in 1943 after the rise of Fascism.
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This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
Virtual
Registration closed
This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group.
May
8
2024
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Virtual
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Did you know that online applications are run through a tracking system used as a screening tool by employers?
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
May
8
2024
Wed
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness,
Kids & Families,
Multicultural
Event Details:
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, join representatives from National Alliance on Mental Illness Metro Suburban (NAMI), Thrive Counseling Center,
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This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group.
May
9
2024
Thu
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness,
Kids & Families
Event Details:
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, join representatives from National Alliance on Mental Illness Metro Suburban (NAMI), Thrive Counseling Center,
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3 pm |
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Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Book Bike
The Book Bike brings the library to you and your neighbors by popping up throughout the village—April through October, weather permitting! Learn more about Oak Park’s Book Bike »
Event Details:
The Book Bike visits The Oaks for monthly pop-ups, weather permitting.
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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 "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
May
10
2024
Fri
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
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Writers' Word Feast
Bring your words and words yet to be written to this writers' group for writers of all types and genre. Each writer will get a chance to read their story, poem, or novel chapter and receive feedback from the group. Then we will spend some time writing!
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.
This event is in the "Civic Learning" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Main Library
Register now
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.
May
11
2024
Sat
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Register now
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:
25
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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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
May
8
2024
Wed
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining:
25
Event Details:
Learn about how everything dope comes from Chicago as we welcome back Chicago historian Dilla, as he is affectionately called, a fascinating blend of modern historian, cultural worker, and public employee.
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This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
May
9
2024
Thu
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Authors & Books
Required
Seats Remaining:
29
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group.
May
9
2024
Thu
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Registration closed
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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 Fusion 360, a 3D modeling CAD program used by industry professionals, to create 3D models. This workshop will teach students how to use Fusion 360's tools and focus on taking real life objects to re-create them in 3D.
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.
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
May
7
2024
Tue
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
Event Details:
We are thrilled to welcome Kal Penn to close out our third season. Penn is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement.
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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This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
Main Library
Registration closed
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
May
9
2024
Thu
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
148
Event Details:
This Thrive Talk will help you become even more of the family you want to be. You will hear a perspective that will empower you to respond to your kids and other family members in ways that foster peace, love and understanding.
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