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Idea Box: Arab American Heritage Month

All Day 3/31 - 4/26
Idea Box at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

This vibrant cultural month in the Idea Box is designed to foster understanding, appreciation, and celebration of Arab American heritage through a rich tapestry of art, clothing, flags, and books.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Idea Box
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Event Details:

This vibrant cultural month in the Idea Box is designed to foster understanding, appreciation, and celebration of Arab American heritage through a rich tapestry of art, clothing, flags, and books.

A drawing of acorn valley

Art Exhibition: "Tales From Acorn Valley" by Lucy Rose Till-Campbell

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Maze Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Artist statement

Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Artist statement

Breath of Fire (2020, hand cut paper, 10" x 13" unframed,14.25" x 17.25' framed)

Art Exhibit: "Circle of Ancestors" by Marea Cordero

All Day 4/7 - 5/16
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

“I want to bring people of various origins together. It is important to see the commonalities of ourselves in each other.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Event Details:

“I want to bring people of various origins together. It is important to see the commonalities of ourselves in each other.

Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 1:45pm - 4:45pm
Creative Studio: Media Station 2 at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio: Media Station 2

Los Amigos Que Hablan Español

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Oak Park Area adults get together to practice conversational Spanish. There is no set agenda or training. Level advanced beginner to intermediate.

Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Description of Meeting/Event

Oak Park Area adults get together to practice conversational Spanish. There is no set agenda or training. Level advanced beginner to intermediate.

Village of Oak Park Energysense program educational workshop- Third workshop

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Village of Oak Park Energysense program educational workshop- Third workshop

Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Description of Meeting/Event

Village of Oak Park Energysense program educational workshop- Third workshop

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime & Family Play

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School

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.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 7, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
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.

Lights, Camera, Community!

🎬 Lights, Camera, Community

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Careers & Businesses, Digital Learning, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
High School

🎬 LIGHTS • CAMERA • COMMUNITY IS BACK! 🎥✨

Where creativity meets opportunity and every student becomes a storyteller.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 7, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Careers & Businesses, Digital Learning, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

🎬 LIGHTS • CAMERA • COMMUNITY IS BACK! 🎥✨

Where creativity meets opportunity and every student becomes a storyteller.

Audio Booth Reservation

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Oak Park Public Library Board Governance Committee Meeting

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Scoville Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Board Meeting:

Library board meetings are open to the public. Learn more at oppl.org/board »

Review meeting agenda for Tuesday, April 7 Governance Committee Meeting

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Scoville Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

Board Meeting

Library board meetings are open to the public. Learn more at oppl.org/board »

Review meeting agenda for Tuesday, April 7 Governance Committee Meeting

Practice for Housing Forward Benefit

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room

Audio Booth Reservation

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:15pm - 8:15pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
Lisa Low

Author Visit: Lisa Low With Rebecca Morgan Frank

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Authors & Books
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Join us for an evening of poetry and conversation as we welcome Lisa Low to celebrate the release of her debut full-length collection, 

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 7, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of poetry and conversation as we welcome Lisa Low to celebrate the release of her debut full-length collection, 

Open notebook with pens

College Readiness: Trade, Vocational & Technical Education Presentation

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

This presentation introduces students to trade, vocational, and technical schools, explaining what they are and the opportunities they offer.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

This presentation introduces students to trade, vocational, and technical schools, explaining what they are and the opportunities they offer.

Oak Park Runners Club April Meeting

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

April club meeting in prep for Good Life Race 5k

Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Description of Meeting/Event

April club meeting in prep for Good Life Race 5k

OPFT Board Meeting (April)

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Board Meeting

Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Description of Meeting/Event

Board Meeting

ACCENT CARE HOME HEALTH

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Conference Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Audio Booth Reservation

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

Economy Shop Board Meeting

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Monthly Board Meeting

Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Description of Meeting/Event

Monthly Board Meeting

Puppets on a stage

Shake Rattle and Read in the Veterans Room

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

Music and movement are paired in this big, joyful storytime designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children up to age 5. Get ready to sing and dance with your child! 

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 8, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Music and movement are paired in this big, joyful storytime designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children up to age 5. Get ready to sing and dance with your child! 

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.

Stay & Play

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

Storytime's over, but the fun continues in the Veterans Room! Play, chat, dance - there's room for all, whether or not you made it to storytime today. Caregivers required, best for children 0-5.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families
Event Details:

Storytime's over, but the fun continues in the Veterans Room! Play, chat, dance - there's room for all, whether or not you made it to storytime today. Caregivers required, best for children 0-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.

Wednesday Movie Matinee: "Freaky Friday"

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Wednesday Movie Matinee:

Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!

Freaky Friday follows Dr. Tess Coleman and her daughter, Anna who do not get along with each other.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 8, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wednesday Movie Matinee

Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!

Freaky Friday follows Dr. Tess Coleman and her daughter, Anna who do not get along with each other.

Board Meeting

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Earth Month Community Collage

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Sustainability
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

Join us for this all-ages program in contributing to a community Earth Month collage.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 8, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Sustainability
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this all-ages program in contributing to a community Earth Month collage.