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!
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Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
In need of a private room for client meeting
Retirement Series: ReThink Retirement
This educational program provides a wide array of information for families with older adults on solutions they may consider as their parents age.
Looking for a way to reset and relax? Still the mind and expand your awareness through a guided meditation sound bath. Using the ambient sounds and vibrations of crystal singing bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, and Tingsha Bells, a meditati
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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.
Drop in and make a snow craft to take home! We'll have snow-related arts and crafts activities on weekdays, all month long, in the Main Library Children's Services Area. Best for grades preK-5.
Pokémon Meet-up
Join us for a weekly Pokemon Fan Club!
There will be tables set up where you can learn and play the Pokemon Trading Card Game, and plug-in ports are available to charge up any handheld devices so Pokemon GO gamers are absolutely welcome! Snacks will be provided.
Trading of physical items will not be allowed on the premises, so please ask your parent or guardian to facilitate any exchanges between teens or children.
This event is for children and teens only.
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Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
Access Granted Male Mentor Program
Every student deserves ACCESS. The Oak Park Public Library offers a plethora of physical and digital resources and programs for middle and high schoolers.
More Than A Mic: Open Mic Night
More Than a Mic
More Than a Mic is a chance for student artists to showcase their work through various forms of creative expression. Singers, dancers, poets, rappers, and other creatives are invited to bring their best once a month, where they will receive support from peers.
TechGirlz: Lights, Camera, Action: Storytelling & Video Production
Sponsored by TechGirlz
Are you a middle school girl interested in technology? Are you looking to learn more about coding and computer programming or building your own digital apps? These are some of the things that you can explore in TechGirlz workshops. See all upcoming TechGirlz workshops »
About TechGirlz
TechGirlz is a program of CompTIA Spark, a 501(c)3 nonprofit and social impact arm of CompTIA, that inspires middle school girls to explore the possibilities of technology to empower their future careers. TechGirlz is accomplishing its mission through the creation of free, fun, interactive “TechShopz” led by industry professionals, community leaders, and students. Workshop curriculum is shared for free with companies, organizations, schools, and community groups so they can inspire girls around the world with technology. Their vision is to create a world where girls have a lifelong passion and confidence in their use of technology throughout their careers.
In this workshop for girls in grades 5-8, students will learn how to construct stories and learn techniques to produce/edit photo and video content using mobile devices or iPads.
Bimonthly Tiger Cub Den Meeting
Village of Oak Park Disability Access Commission Meeting.
We have played the Cashflow game here for four years. Everyone has been asking when will the meetings continue.
VIRTUAL: French Conversation Hour
French Conversation Hour
Join us for a casual hour of open conversation with other French speakers. Whether you speak enough to hold a basic conversation or you can rattle off long stories, all are welcome. No class, no formal lesson—just practice for current French speakers.
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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.