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Wellness House Cancer Support Group

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime & Family Play

Tuesday, April 14, 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 14, 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.

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Teen Debate Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Civic Learning, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Join us for Teen Debate Club, where your voice matters! Whether you're a seasoned debater or just starting out, our club offers a fun and supportive space to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and explore fun topics.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 16, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Civic Learning, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Teen Debate Club, where your voice matters! Whether you're a seasoned debater or just starting out, our club offers a fun and supportive space to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and explore fun topics.

CEH

VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Presents: Cristina Henríquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Authors & Books
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Join critically acclaimed, bestselling author Cristina Henríquez for a compelling conversation about her work.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books
Event Details:

Join critically acclaimed, bestselling author Cristina Henríquez for a compelling conversation about her work.

Disclaimer(s)

Illinois Libraries Present Virtual Program

After you register (using the registration link above), you will receive an email with a specific Zoom link to join the event. Please note: Registration closes at 5 pm on the day of the event. Registrations received after this time will be sent a recording of the event via email.

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.

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among 200+ public libraries—including Oak Park Public Library—offering premier events for participating member libraries of all sizes and budgets. Funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office for the Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

Illinois Libraries Present is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@ila.org.

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, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Veterans Room 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 April 20, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
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.

Wellness House Cancer Support Group

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime & Family Play

Tuesday, April 21, 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 21, 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.

LaLeche League

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Gathering for new caregivers to receive breastfeeding support.

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

Gathering for new caregivers to receive breastfeeding support.

Creative Studio logo

Fiber Arts Meetup

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

An event for artists and makers working with fiber arts! Come share what you make (whether you crochet, knit, sew, weave, or anything else!) in a friendly, casual environment. All are welcome, whether you: 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

An event for artists and makers working with fiber arts! Come share what you make (whether you crochet, knit, sew, weave, or anything else!) in a friendly, casual environment. All are welcome, whether you: 

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Teen Debate Club

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Civic Learning, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Join us for Teen Debate Club, where your voice matters! Whether you're a seasoned debater or just starting out, our club offers a fun and supportive space to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and explore fun topics.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 23, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Civic Learning, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Teen Debate Club, where your voice matters! Whether you're a seasoned debater or just starting out, our club offers a fun and supportive space to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and explore fun topics.

Chicago Turkish Collaborative- Children's Day Celebration

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

A family celebration of the national holiday in Turkiye denoting Children's Day (23 Nisan) and National Sovereignty. This holiday celebrates the promise of youth in supporting the...

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

A family celebration of the national holiday in Turkiye denoting Children's Day (23 Nisan) and National Sovereignty. This holiday celebrates the promise of youth in supporting the ideals of a new republic that was officially proclaimed in 1923.

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, April 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Veterans Room 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 April 27, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
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.

Wellness House Cancer Support Group

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime & Family Play

Tuesday, April 28, 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 28, 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.

Open notebook with pens

Teen Debate Club

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Civic Learning, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Join us for Teen Debate Club, where your voice matters! Whether you're a seasoned debater or just starting out, our club offers a fun and supportive space to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and explore fun topics.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 30, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Civic Learning, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Teen Debate Club, where your voice matters! Whether you're a seasoned debater or just starting out, our club offers a fun and supportive space to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and explore fun topics.

LaLeche League

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Gathering for new caregivers to receive breastfeeding support.

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

Gathering for new caregivers to receive breastfeeding support.

TikTok, Brain Teasers and Trivia w/ Mr. T

TikTok, Brain Teasers and Trivia w/ Mr. T

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
High School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

TikTok, Brain Teasers & Trivia w/ Mr. T is a high-energy, interactive pop-up experience designed to challenge the mind, spark creativity, and build community all while having a crazy amount of fun.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 1, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: High School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

TikTok, Brain Teasers & Trivia w/ Mr. T is a high-energy, interactive pop-up experience designed to challenge the mind, spark creativity, and build community all while having a crazy amount of fun.

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, May 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Veterans Room 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 May 4, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
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.

Wellness House Cancer Support Group

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime & Family Play

Tuesday, May 5, 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 May 5, 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.

Open notebook with pens

Teen Debate Club

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Civic Learning, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Middle School, High School

Join us for Teen Debate Club, where your voice matters! Whether you're a seasoned debater or just starting out, our club offers a fun and supportive space to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and explore fun topics.

Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 7, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Civic Learning, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Teen Debate Club, where your voice matters! Whether you're a seasoned debater or just starting out, our club offers a fun and supportive space to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and explore fun topics.

FF

Folk Music Series Performance: Friction Farm

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Folk Music Series:

This event is presented in part by the generous support of the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library. As a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Friends have been ra...

Join us for a lively musical performance by Friction Farm. 

About Friction Farm

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

Folk Music Series

This event is presented in part by the generous support of the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library. As a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Friends have been raising funds and building valuable bridges between the library and community since 1948. Learn more about the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library »

Join us for a lively musical performance by Friction Farm. 

About Friction Farm

Pediatric Disability Networking Event

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Maze Branch Meeting Room at Maze Branch Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

Pediatric Disability Networking Event We are inviting local charities, therapists, early intervention programs workers, wheelchair vendors, etc to an event to share the ways tha...

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

Pediatric Disability Networking Event

Neurodivergent Support Group

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Description of Meeting/Event:

This is a peer support group for neurodivergent adults (18+) in the Chicago area, hosted by the Chicago Neurodiverse Social Club (CNSC). CNSC is a program of CAYR Connections, an O...

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

This is a peer support group for neurodivergent adults (18+) in the Chicago area, hosted by the Chicago Neurodiverse Social Club (CNSC). CNSC is a program of CAYR Connections, an Oak Park based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.