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Feb
17
2025
Mon
Closing
Library closed; log in at oppl.org
Branches:
Main Library,
Maze Branch Library,
Dole Branch Library,
Virtual,
Offsite
Description:
Scheduled library closing
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This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Authors & Books
Main Library
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This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Feb
19
2025
Wed
Words on Wednesday: James
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Authors & Books
Required
Seats Remaining:
29
Words on Wednesday
Expect stimulating conversation about fiction and nonfiction titles selected by Adult Services Librarians. Learn more about library-led book discussions »
Event Details:
From Percival Everett-a recipient of the NBCC Lifetime Achievement Award and finalist for the Pulitzer Prize, Booker Prize, and numerous PEN awards-comes
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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 "Civic Learning" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Friends Board" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
This event is in the "Library Board" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books,
Civic Learning,
Community Partner,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Friends Board,
Health & Wellness,
Library Board,
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 "Civic Learning" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Friends Board" group.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group.
This event is in the "Library Board" group.
This event is in the "Multicultural" group.
Feb
16
2025
Sun
Artist Talk: Howard Simmons in Conversation With Lee Bey
2:00pm - 3:30pm
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:
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books,
Civic Learning,
Community Partner,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Friends Board,
Health & Wellness,
Library Board,
Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining:
60
Event Details:
Join us for a conversation between photographer Howard Simmons and author and architecture critic Lee Bey.
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This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Authors & Books
Main Library
Register now
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Feb
21
2025
Fri
Love on the Page Book Discussion: "Funny Story"
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Authors & Books
Required
Seats Remaining:
22
Love on the Page Book Discussion
Join us as we meet every other month to discuss romance books and subgenres—like romantic fantasy, historical romance, contemporary romance, and more. Learn more about library-led book discussions »
Event Details:
This month we will be discussing Funny Story by E
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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
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Feb
22
2025
Sat
Crime & Coffee: "Prescription for Pain"
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
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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 »
Event Details:
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This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.
Authors & Books,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Sustainability
Virtual
Register now
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group.
This event is in the "Sustainability" group.
Feb
19
2025
Wed
VIRTUAL: Earth Lounge: Discussion Hour
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Library Branch:
Virtual
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Authors & Books,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Sustainability
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Join us for an open discussion on climate change and other environmental topics. You are invited to share an article, book, podcast, or film related to environmental issues that you'd like to discuss.
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 "Authors & Books" group.
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books
Virtual
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group.
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group.
Feb
19
2025
Wed
VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Present: Slowing Down With Amy Tan
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books
Event Details:
National Humanities Medal winner and bestselling author of The Joy Luck Club, Amy Tan joins us to share on her body of work and reflect on the wonder of slowing down and savoring the quiet moments.
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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