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TikTok, Brain Teasers and Trivia w/ Mr. T

4:30pm–5:30pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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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.

Shake, Rattle & Read

10:00am–10:30am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 2, 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.

English Language Conversation

10:00am–11:00am
Equity & Anti-Racism
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 2, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism
Registration Required
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.

Brownie Troop 47914 Meeting

10:30am–11:30am
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room

Young & Restless

11:00am–11:30am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 2, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Young & Restless

Babies learn to associate books with fun and shared moments with favorite adults during this storytime designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children birth to 24 months. One-year-olds love to wander and listen while they explore, and caregivers can help them participate while on the move. Short books are paired with songs and rhymes that are modeled to introduce pre-literacy skills. #babytoddler See all upcoming storytimes »

#babytoddler

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

OPRF Community Chess Tournament

12:00pm–4:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Description of Meeting/Event

Community Chess Tournament.

Mental Health Awareness Seminar

12:30pm–3:30pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Description of Meeting/Event

This will be a mental health awareness seminar open to the public.

Brownie Girl Scouts Meeting - Troop 47836

12:30pm–2:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Description of Meeting/Event

Troop meeting

Sullivan Lane Townhomes Association

1:00pm–2:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Bike Check-up: Keep Your Bike Working With Working Bikes

1:00pm–3:00pm
Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12, Sustainability
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 3, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Outside Plaza
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12, Sustainability
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wish you knew more about how to keep your bike operating smoothly between bike shop checkups?

Jack and Jill Teen Meeting

1:00pm–4:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Description of Meeting/Event

Jack and Jill Teen Meeting

Daisy Girl Scout Troop 47991 Meeting

2:30pm–4:30pm
Dole Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room
Description of Meeting/Event

Troop 47991 Daisy scout meeting

Green Zone

3:00pm–4:15pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Description of Meeting/Event

Green Zone RRT

Small Business Week Learning and Networking

9:00am–12:00pm
Careers & Businesses
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Careers & Businesses
Event Details:

2 days of information sharing dedicated to aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners where you'll learn about how local resources like the Village of Oak Park and Oak Park Public Library can provide educational and networking opportunities

Shake, Rattle & Read at Maze

10:30am–11:00am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Maze Branch Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on May 4, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

An energetic program designed for children up to age 5, with caregivers. Get ready to sing, dance, and listen to great stories!

 

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Aria Group Shareholder's Meeting

2:00pm–4:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Description of Meeting/Event

Aria Shareholder's Meeting

Beyond the Books Co-Ed Mentor Program

4:00pm–5:30pm
Careers & Businesses, Community Partner, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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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.

Local Lady Writers

5:00pm–7:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Wellness House Cancer Support Group

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

GS 48063

5:30pm–6:30pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Description of Meeting/Event

Daisy Girl Scout meeting.

Oak Park River Forest Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc

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

Oak Park River Forest Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc Board Meeting

Small Business Week Learning and Networking

9:00am–12:00pm
Careers & Businesses
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Careers & Businesses
Event Details:

2 days of information sharing dedicated to aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners where you'll learn about how local resources like the Village of Oak Park and Oak Park Public Library can provide educational and networking opportunities

Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room

10:00am–10:30am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 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.

Baby Lapsit

11:00am–11:30am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Baby Lapsit

This storytime is designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and babies who are not yet walking. Babies learn to associate books with fun and shared moments with their favorite adults. Short books are paired with songs and rhymes that are modeled to introduce pre-literacy skills. #babytoddler See all upcoming storytimes »

 

#babytoddler

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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