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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: Understanding Opioids: Awareness, Support, and Hope
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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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
12
2025
Tue
Tech Time: Coding For Kids with Edison Robots
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:
Explore the world of coding with Lego Compatible robots, called Edison Robots! For kids in grades 2-5. This program is on the 3rd floor in the Creative Studio.
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Offsite
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Shake, Rattle & Read at Lindberg Park
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Event Details:
We’re partnering with the Park District of Oak Park to bring the library to your neighborhood! Share books, songs, and play with fun storytimes in our parks. Best for families with kids 0-5.
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Offsite
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Book Bike: Storytime at Lindberg Park
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
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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
12
2025
Tue
Baby Lapsit
11:00am–11:30am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Event Details:
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 »
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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11:45am |
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12:00pm |
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12:15pm |
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12:30pm |
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This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness
Virtual
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Virtual
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness
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.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Arts & Culture
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Scrabble Club
1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Event Details:
Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble. All skills levels and ages are welcome.
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1:15pm |
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1:30pm |
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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
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Supported Storytime & Family Play
1:30pm–2:15pm
Main Library
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. Classes are structured with visual schedules and include fun picture books and songs, with fine and gross motor movement activities.
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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1:45pm |
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2:00pm |
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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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This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8
Maze Branch Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Supported Gardening
4:00pm–5:00pm
Maze Branch Library
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Community Sensory Garden
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8
Event Details:
Gardening helps build strong bodies and minds!
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4:15pm |
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4:30pm |
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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
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4:45pm |
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5:00pm |
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5:15pm |
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5:30pm |
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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
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
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Latine Author Book Cafe: "The Seventh Veil of Salome"
6:00pm–7:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Event Details:
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.
Book discussion pick: 1950s Hollywood: Every actress wants to be Salome, the star-making role in a big-budget movie about the legendary woman whose story has inspired artists since ancient times.
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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
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Cricut Workshop: Vinyl Decals
6:30pm–7:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio
Age Group:
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning
Event Details:
Learn how to use the Cricut Explore Air 2 to create your own personalized vinyl decal design. Vinyl decals can be placed on hard surfaces such as water bottles, phone cases, laptops, etc.
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6:45pm |
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Arts & Culture
Maze Branch Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Adult Improv
7:00pm–8:30pm
Maze Branch Library
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
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 »
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7:15pm |
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8:00pm |
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