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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
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
Arts & Culture,
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
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
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
Jul-Aug
2025
Art Exhibit: "Our Reality: Not Your Pathology" by Shane-Jahi Jackson
All Day
7/22–8/23
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
The controversial Moynihan Report of 1965 delivered a bleak and problematic assessment on the state of the African American family.
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This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Community Partner,
Health & Wellness
Main Library
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Idea Box: Overdose Awareness Month
All Day
8/1–8/31
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Idea Box
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Community Partner,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
In observance of #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay (August 31st), the Oak Park and River Forest Townships Opioid Task Force will be featured at the Oak Park Public Library's "Idea Box" from August 1st to 31st.
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10:00am |
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This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
Equity & Anti-Racism
Main Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
Aug
9
2025
Sat
English Language Conversation
10:00am–11:00am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Event Details:
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.
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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
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
Aug
9
2025
Sat
Bilingual Coding For Kids
10:00am–11:00am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio
Age Group:
Elementary School
Program Type:
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families
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!”
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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
Aug
9
2025
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.
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10:15am |
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
Aug
9
2025
Sat
Kids Chess Class
10:15am–11:15am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
Age Group:
Elementary School,
Middle School
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8
Event Details:
Chicago Chess Academy is here for weekly chess fun with kids ages 6-12! Learn and play in a fun, safe and supportive environment. No experience needed.
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10:30am |
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10:45am |
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11:00am |
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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
Aug
9
2025
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
Event Details:
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 »
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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11:15am |
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11:30am |
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This event is in the "Civic Learning" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Civic Learning,
Health & Wellness
Main Library
This event is in the "Civic Learning" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Aug
9
2025
Sat
Medicare Basics
11:30am–12:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Civic Learning,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Trying to navigate Medicare for the first time can be overwhelming and confusing. We are here to help. Annese Piazza will be presenting on Medicare basics and will cover what you need to know to get started with Medicare.
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11:45am |
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12:00pm |
Aug
9
2025
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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12:15pm |
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12:30pm |
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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
Join us as we celebrate Niya’s next big step — heading off to college at the University of Houston! Let’s come together as family and friends to show our love and support! ❤️🐾 #GoCoogs
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12:45pm |
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1:00pm |
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1:15pm |
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1:30pm |
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1:45pm |
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2:00pm |
Aug
9
2025
Sat
Narcan Training for Village of Oak Park Public Health Department
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description
Community training--how to administer opioid overdose antidote Narcan
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2:15pm |
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2:30pm |
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2:45pm |
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3:00pm |
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3:15pm |
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3:30pm |
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3:45pm |
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4:00pm |
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4:15pm |
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