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Idea Box: "Maintaining Wonder: Deangelo’s World"

All Day 1/29 - 3/20
Idea Box at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Multicultural, Storytimes
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults

🌼 IMMERSIVE INSTALLATION

Maintaining Wonder: Deangelo's World
January 29–March 20

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Idea Box
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Multicultural, Storytimes
Event Details:

🌼 IMMERSIVE INSTALLATION

Maintaining Wonder: Deangelo's World
January 29–March 20

Art Exhibit: D97 Youth Art Month

All Day 2/25 - 4/4
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community Partner, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Adults, Older Adults

Come celebrate Youth Art Month with us! Enjoy the popular annual display featuring amazing artwork by students from across Oak Park Elementary School District 97!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Partner, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Come celebrate Youth Art Month with us! Enjoy the popular annual display featuring amazing artwork by students from across Oak Park Elementary School District 97!

The Dentist 2026 Mixed Media

Art Exhibit: "Green and Gold II" by Mike Stidham

All Day 3/3 - 4/4
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults

Green and Gold II is the latest installment of a series that began during the pandemic.

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

Green and Gold II is the latest installment of a series that began during the pandemic.

ELECTION SET UP

All Day
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space

ELECTION SET UP

All Day
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

ELECTION SET UP

All Day
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room

ELECTION SET UP

All Day
Veterans Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

Aria Group Shareholder's Meeting

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room

Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
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

Audio Booth Reservation

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
Tablet with lightbulb on screen

Tech Night for Kids: Make a Vinyl Decal on the Cricut!

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Elementary School
Tech Night for Kids:

Each month, we'll explore different technology concepts through hands-on experiences. Some of these include coding with robots, 3D printing, laser cutting, exploring what's in...

This month we'll be in the Creative Studio on the 3rd Floor. Kids will learn how to use the Cricut to print a vinyl decal!

For kids in 3rd-5th grade.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 16, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tech Night for Kids

Each month, we'll explore different technology concepts through hands-on experiences. Some of these include coding with robots, 3D printing, laser cutting, exploring what's inside a computer, and more!

This month we'll be in the Creative Studio on the 3rd Floor. Kids will learn how to use the Cricut to print a vinyl decal!

For kids in 3rd-5th grade.

Chapter Chasers! Check-in

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Middle School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Chapter Chasers is a book club for teens (grades 6-12) to build a love for reading and have meaningful book discussions. This meeting is a check-in for all those who are reading the book.

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

Chapter Chasers is a book club for teens (grades 6-12) to build a love for reading and have meaningful book discussions. This meeting is a check-in for all those who are reading the book.

Youth mentors lead a Beyond the Books session at a library, engaging teens in discussion, while smiling

Beyond the Books Co-Ed Mentor Program

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
High School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses, Community Partner, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
High School

Beyond the Books Mentoring empowers teens to grow socially, emotionally, and personally while learning how to design their futures with intention.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 16, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: High School Space
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Careers & Businesses, Community Partner, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Beyond the Books Mentoring empowers teens to grow socially, emotionally, and personally while learning how to design their futures with intention.

Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
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

Wellness House Cancer Support Group

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:15pm - 7:15pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room

Audio Booth Reservation

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
Friends of the library logo

Friends Board Meeting

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Scoville Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Friends Board

As a stand-alone 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library raise funds and build valuable bridges between the library and community.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Scoville Room
Program Type: Friends Board
Event Details:

As a stand-alone 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library raise funds and build valuable bridges between the library and community.

ELECTION / POLLING PLACE

All Day
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space

ELECTION / POLLING PLACE

All Day
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

ELECTION / POLLING PLACE

All Day
Dole Branch Meeting Room at Dole Branch Library
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room

ELECTION / POLLING PLACE

All Day
Veterans Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

Audio Booth Reservation

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 9:45am - 12:45pm
Audio Booth at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth
Puppets on a stage

Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

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!

 

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 17, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
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.

School's Out: Fort Building

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Services Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School

Let's get cozy! We'll supply tables, chairs, and sheets, you bring the creativity to build yourself a cozy little fort in the Children's Department to read in.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Services Area
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Kids & Families
Event Details:

Let's get cozy! We'll supply tables, chairs, and sheets, you bring the creativity to build yourself a cozy little fort in the Children's Department to read in.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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