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Friends Book Fair

2:00pm–4:00pm
Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Friends Board, Sustainability
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Friends Board, Sustainability
Event Details:

Friends of the Oak Park Public Library

As a separate 501c3 nonprofit organization, the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library have raised funds and built valuable bridges between the library and community since 1948. Learn more, join the Friends at oppl.org/friends »

The Friends of the Oak Park Public Library Book Fair returns to the Main Library. Underground garage parking (with the first two hours free) and elevator access are available. Hours are:

Closed for Maintenance

9:00am–5:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room A

Closed for Maintenance

9:00am–5:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room B

Closed for Maintenance

9:00am–5:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room C

Closed for Maintenance

9:00am–5:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room D

Closed for Maintenance

9:00am–5:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room E

Closed for Maintenance

9:00am–5:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room F

Closed for Maintenance

9:00am–5:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

LEGO Club for English Language Learners

10:00am–11:00am
Kids & Families, Multicultural
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Kids & Families, Multicultural
Event Details:

We provide the LEGO, you provide the imagination! All are welcome in this casual space to practice English language skills with new friends. 

 

 

Storytime & Touch a Recycling Truck!

10:30am–11:30am
Kids & Families, Storytimes, Sustainability
Maze Branch Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 14, 2025 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes, Sustainability
Registration Required
Event Details:

Storytime and a recycling truck! Participate in fun storytime activities while learning about recycling.

Mix of Minds Meeting

3:30pm–5:00pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description

Monthly discussion of articles chosen by group members

Oak Park Meditation Group

6:30pm–8:00pm
Maze Branch Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Maze Branch Library
Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
Meeting/Event Description

OAK PARK MEDITATION GROUP
The Oak Park Meditation Group is open to all who want to learn and practice meditation together.

Photo Club

7:00pm–9:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Shake, Rattle & Read at Lindberg Park

10:00am–10:30am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Event Details:

We’re partnering with the Park District of Oak Park to bring the library to your neighborhood! Share books, songs, and play with fun storytimes in our parks. Best for families with kids 0-5.

Book Bike: Storytime at Lindberg Park

10:00am–11:00am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Event Details:

Book Bike

The Book Bike brings the library to you and your neighbors by popping up throughout the village—April through October, weather permitting! Learn more about Oak Park’s Book Bike »

The Book Bike visits Lindberg Park for Shake, Rattle &

Baby Lapsit

11:00am–11:30am
Kids & Families, Storytimes
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
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 »

 

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Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

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

Alt US Pointer Study

11:00am–12:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room

Welcome, Elsworth!

11:00am–1:00pm
Civic Learning
Dole Branch Library
Registration closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Civic Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet Oak Park Public Library’s Executive Director Elsworth Carman. Additional dates for informal introductions and casual conversations with community are planned for:

VIRTUAL: Chair Yoga

12:30pm–1:00pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness
Virtual
Register now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on July 15, 2025 @ 12:30pm.
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness
Registration Required

Chair Yoga

Calm and center your mind while moving your body through intentional poses and sequences. Chair yoga can improve your flexibility, concentration, and strength, while boosting your mood, and reducing stress and joint strain. Now is a great time to start a practice or revisit one.

What to know before you join

  • Chair yoga and meditation are accessible and open for all
  • Dress comfortably
  • Find a location where you can focus and dedicate 30 minutes to you
  • You are not required to keep your camera on
  • Prepare to take time to match your movement and motion and have a little fun
  • Have a chair that can be stationary

About the instructor
Instructor DuShaun Branch is focused on bringing yoga to as many BIPOC and plus-sized communities as possible. She believes people not only need rest and relaxation, but resistance. Yoga is a powerful way to tap into the balance of ease and positive effort. DuShaun teaches through the lens of equity and trauma-informed, hosting classes in “nontraditional” settings all over the city. She intends on taking down as many barriers as possible to bring yoga to those who are looking for calm and relaxed minds. DuShaun truly believes yoga is for all, and shares that throughout Chicago and beyond.

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.

Teen Debate Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 15, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: 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.

Itinerant Adventurers Book Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Meeting/Event Description

Book Club

Scrabble Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Arts & Culture
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 15, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble. All skills levels and ages are welcome.

Supported Storytime & Family Play

1:30pm–2:15pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes
Main Library
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.

Chapter Chasers! Check-in Meeting

2:00pm–3:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 15, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
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:

Chapter Chasers is a book club for teens (grades 6-12) to build a love for reading and have meaningful book discussions. This summer we will be reading The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune.