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Abstract painting by Benz Amataya

Art Exhibit: "Flowers for People" by Benz Amataya

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Flowers for People is an art exhibition inspired by the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual challenges that humans are facing on a daily basis.Sirimas Benz Amatayakul create...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Flowers for People is an art exhibition inspired by the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual challenges that humans are facing on a daily basis.

Idea Box: Arab American Heritage Month

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Idea Box at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Please join the Oak Park Public Library and our community partners in celebrating Arab American Heritage Month! This vibrant cultural month in the Idea box is designed to foster un...

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, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Event Details:

Please join the Oak Park Public Library and our community partners in celebrating Arab American Heritage Month!

Creative Studio logo

Zines & Chapbooks: A Self-Publishing Workshop (Part 1)

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted a way to let people see your creativity, express your thought? This two-part workshop will teach you how to make your own zines and chapbooks; providing exampl...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted a way to let people see your creativity, express your thought?

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime and Family Play

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
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...

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.

Creative Studio logo

Encoded Memories: DIY Printmaking Workshop

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community Partner, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Learn the art of DIY printmaking and contribute to a community art exhibition by creating collaged ink drawings from carbon copy paper and crayons. Printed images will be provided ...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Partner, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Learn the art of DIY printmaking and contribute to a community art exhibition by creating collaged ink drawings from carbon copy paper and crayons.

English Language Conversation

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join other English language learners to practice English and learn new vocabulary in an informal setting. Conversation Facilitators will lead the session with a variety of topics f...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join other English language learners to practice English and learn new vocabulary in an informal setting. Conversation Facilitators will lead the session with a variety of topics for conversation.

Abstract painting by Benz Amataya

Art Exhibit Reception : Flowers for People by Benz Amataya

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments 2-3PM. A hands-on art workshop led by Benz will be held immediately following the reception from 3-4PM in the Small Meeting Room.Flower...

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

Meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments 2-3PM.

Abstract painting by Benz Amataya

Art Workshop: Flowers for You

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

(Participants must register below.)In celebration and spirit of her art exhibit, Flowers for People, Benz Amataya, will lead a hands on abstract painting workshop exploring healing...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

(Participants must register below.)

Local Authors Speak: What Libraries Mean to Me

Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a special panel discussion during National Library Week! We're thrilled to welcome four talented authors—Lana Popović Harper, Tamara Jeree, Danielle Jackson, and Bryn D...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Join us for a special panel discussion during National Library Week!

dog

Latine Author Book Cafe: "The Friend"

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
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 libr...

Event Details:

Book Pick: "The Friend" by Sigrid Nunez"A moving story of love, friendship, grief, healing, and the magical bond between a woman and her dog. When a woman unexpectedly loses her li...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 18

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.

Event Details:

Book Pick: "The Friend" by Sigrid

Creative Studio logo

Zines & Chapbooks: A Self-Publishing Workshop (Part 2)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted a way to let people see your creativity, express your thought? This two-part workshop will teach you how to make your own zines and chapbooks; providing exampl...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted a way to let people see your creativity, express your thought?

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime and Family Play

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
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...

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.

Mychal Threets holds up a shirt that says "Raised by Libraries"

VIRTUAL: Library Love With Mychal Threets

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week with library sensation Mychal Threets, in conversation with one of our very own librarians, Jabez. A literacy ambassador and librarian, Mychal ...

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Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining: 412
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week with library sensation Mychal Threets, in conversation with one of our very own librarians, Jabez. 

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.

English Language Conversation

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join other English language learners to practice English and learn new vocabulary in an informal setting. Conversation Facilitators will lead the session with a variety of topics f...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Join other English language learners to practice English and learn new vocabulary in an informal setting. Conversation Facilitators will lead the session with a variety of topics for conversation.

Arab American Heritage Celebration

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community Partner, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Please join the Oak Park Public Library and our community partners in celebrating Arab American Heritage Month! This vibrant cultural program is designed to foster understanding, a...

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

Please join the Oak Park Public Library and our community partners in celebrating Arab American Heritage Month! This vibrant cultural program is designed to foster understanding, appreciation, and celebration of Arab American heritage.

Creative Studio logo

Encoded Memories: DIY Printmaking Workshop

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community Partner, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Learn the art of DIY printmaking and contribute to a community art exhibition by creating collaged ink drawings from carbon copy paper and crayons. Printed images will be provided ...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Partner, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Learn the art of DIY printmaking and contribute to a community art exhibition by creating collaged ink drawings from carbon copy paper and crayons.

Role playing game set up on table on beige background

College Student Game Nights!

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Age Group:
High School, Adults
Event Details:

If you're a college students and looking for more ways to expand beyond your social networks this is the event for you! Play some games, enjoy some snacks, and potentially mak...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

If you're a college students and looking for more ways to expand beyond your social networks this is the event for you! 

Play some games, enjoy some snacks, and potentially make some new friends here at the library.

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime and Family Play

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
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...

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.

English Language Conversation

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join other English language learners to practice English and learn new vocabulary in an informal setting. Conversation Facilitators will lead the session with a variety of topics f...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Join other English language learners to practice English and learn new vocabulary in an informal setting. Conversation Facilitators will lead the session with a variety of topics for conversation.

Abstract painting by Benz Amataya

Family Art Workshop: Flowers for You

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

(Participants must register below. All children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult)In celebration and spirit of her art exhibit, Flowers for People, Benz Amataya, w...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

(Participants must register below. All children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult)

Puppets on a stage

Supported Storytime and Family Play

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School
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...

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.

Introducción a la Seguridad Digital: Protege tu Información

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Aprende los conceptos básicos de ciberseguridad y descubre consejos prácticos para proteger tu información personal en línea. 

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Aprende los conceptos básicos de ciberseguridad y descubre consejos prácticos para proteger tu información personal en línea. 

English Language Conversation

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join other English language learners to practice English and learn new vocabulary in an informal setting. Conversation Facilitators will lead the session with a variety of topics f...

Register now
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Join other English language learners to practice English and learn new vocabulary in an informal setting. Conversation Facilitators will lead the session with a variety of topics for conversation.

Neurodivergent Nerdout!

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

This new intergenerational program welcomes neurodivergent kids, teens, adults, and seniors. Participants can choose to share about their special interests and favorite things, or ...

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Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

This new intergenerational program welcomes neurodivergent kids, teens, adults, and seniors. Participants can choose to share about their special interests and favorite things, or just hang out in the space.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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