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Shake Rattle and Read in the Veterans Room

10:00am–10:30am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
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

10:30am–11:30am
Kids & Families
Main Library
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.

Birthday for August

11:00am–1:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room

Tech Night for Kids: Squishy Circuits

4:00pm–5:00pm
Digital Learning, Kids & Families
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 10, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
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 explore circuits using playdough, LEDs, and a battery pack. Make unique creations that light up, buzz, beep, or spin!

For Kids in 3rd-5th grade

Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board Meeting

4:00pm–5:30pm
Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on December 10, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Careers & Businesses, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board (LETAB) is more than a club it’s a movement.

ELFI Music Recital

5:00pm–8:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

Girl Scout Meeting - Lincoln 3rd Grade

6:00pm–7:00pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar)

Girl Scout meeting for Lincoln GS, 3rd grade troop

Documentary Screening: "Sugarcane"

6:00pm–8:00pm
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism
Event Details:

Come for a free screening of the Oscar-nominated documentary Sugarcane.

Oak Park CashFlow 101 Game Night

6:00pm–8:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar)

We have played the Cashflow game here for four years. Everyone has been asking when the meetings will continue.

Thrive Talks Community Education Series

6:30pm–8:00pm
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar)

Presentation by Tandra Rutledge, who is from Soul Shop, a national movement that works to equip the faith community and individuals with tools needed to support someone with desperation around their mental health. 

VIRTUAL: Classroom Kitchen: Cheesecake 101 - Classic & Creative

6:30pm–8:00pm
Health & Wellness
Virtual
Register now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on February 11, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to wow your holiday guests with luscious, creamy cheesecakes!

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.

RfR Monthly Meeting

6:30pm–8:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Ethics Class

9:30am–1:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room

10:00am–10:30am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
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.

ACE Research Study Follow Up

1:00pm–4:00pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar)

Follow up survey, assessment, and focus group

DEI Team Meeting

3:00pm–5:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar)

Staff Meeting

PlanIt Green Leadership Forum

3:00pm–5:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

Audio Booth Reservation

3:30pm–6:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth

MFS Meeting

4:30pm–5:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space

Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation

5:00pm–8:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio: Media Station 1

Erikson Staff Alumni Cookie Exchange

6:00pm–8:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar)

Group of former colleagues gathering to exchange cookies for the holidays

Kina Collins for Congress: Education Townhall

6:00pm–8:00pm
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar)

Kina Collins will be inviting teacher unions from Oak Park, River Forest and CPS to attend her education townhall event in the district.

Oak Park Toastmasters

7:00pm–8:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room

Audio Booth Reservation

9:00am–10:45am
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Audio Booth