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Name: Art Exhibit: "Odd Fellows" by David Alvarado
Start: 2023-01-09
End: 2023-02-05
Location: Main Library

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All Day	This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group. Art Exhibit: "Odd Fellows" by David Alvarado All Day 1/9 - 2/5 Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12 Main Library This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Gallery Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12 Event Details: David Alvarado is a visual artist, illustrator, and creative designer whose work has spanned from commercial art and editorial illustration to, recently, fine art.		This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. Art Exhibit: "Alkebulan Shadows" by Jason Dorsey All Day 2/7 - 3/11 Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism Main Library This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Gallery Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism Event Details: "Alkebulan" is the oldest and the only word of Indigenous origin referring to the continent of Africa.
	This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. "The Work": Black History Museum in the Idea Box All Day 2/1 - 2/28 Equity & Anti-Racism Main Library This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Idea Box Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism Event Details: The struggle for social justice and racial equity are often referred to as "The Work."
	This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. Art Exhibit: Chris Brown, "Awakening" All Day 2/1 - 2/28 Arts & Culture Maze Branch Library This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Maze Branch Library Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture Event Details: Throughout February, stop into Maze Branch to see paintings by Chris Brown in his first-ever exhibition, Awakening.
9 am				Reservation Rush Program 9:00am - 2:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room		Reservation Collectivist Development Meeting 9:30am - 1:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room
10 am		This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Shake, Rattle & Read 10:30am - 11:00am Kids & Families, Storytimes Maze Branch Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Maze Branch Library Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 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.	This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Baby Lapsit 10:00am - 10:30am Kids & Families, Storytimes Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Details: Welcome, infants and crawlers! 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. Disclaimer(s) Masks Encouraged Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.	This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Shake, Rattle & Read 10:00am - 10:30am Kids & Families, Storytimes Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 2 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. Reservation Housing Forward Client Meeting 10:00am - 11:00am Maze Branch Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Maze Branch Library Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room Meeting/Event Description In need of a private room for client meeting Reservation ITAV Oak Park Document Review 10:00am - 11:30am Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Conference Room Meeting/Event Description We are discussing architectural drawings for a new daycare facility to be built in Oak Park.	This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Shake, Rattle & Read 10:00am - 10:30am Kids & Families, Storytimes Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 10 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. This event is in the "Digital Learning" group. Tech Help Drop-In: Digital Newspapers 10:00am - 12:00pm Digital Learning Main Library This event is in the "Digital Learning" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Creative Studio Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Digital Learning Event Details: Wondering how to use library resources to access newspapers and magazines digitally? Disclaimer(s) Masks Required Masks for everyone age 2+ are required while attending this program. Reservation Y and Y 10:00am - 12:00pm Dole Branch Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Dole Branch Library Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room Reservation Youth Network Council 10:30am - 12:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Lobby Community Space Reservation AWN Fun, Collaborative Challenges 10:30am - 12:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room Meeting/Event Description Series of team building activities	This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Shake, Rattle & Read 10:30am - 11:00am Kids & Families, Storytimes Dole Branch Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dole Branch Library Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 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.	This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room 10:00am - 10:30am Kids & Families, Storytimes Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 1 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. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. English Language Conversation 10:00am - 11:00am Equity & Anti-Racism Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism Required Seats Remaining: 30 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. Reservation Troop 47230 10:00am - 11:00am Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Reservation OP Area 2021 Babies 10:00am - 12:00pm Dole Branch Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Dole Branch Library Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room Reservation Project P.O.I.S.E 10:30am - 12:30pm Maze Branch Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Maze Branch Library Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room
11 am		Reservation Alternative Call Response Taskforce - Mental Health 11:00am - 2:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Meeting/Event Description Working session for the Village's Alternative Call Response Taskforce focused on Mental Health crisis response Reservation Breakout session - Alternative Calls for Service Task Force 11:00am - 2:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room Meeting/Event Description A breakout session for the Oak Park Alternative Calls for Service Task Force work session This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Supported Storytime 11:30am - 12:00pm Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Designed for children with disabilities (including ASD) ages 3+ with caregiver support. Storytimes 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. Reservation Meeting 11:30am - 12:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Conference Room					This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Young & Restless 11:00am - 11:30am Kids & Families, Storytimes Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 12 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 » Disclaimer(s) Masks Encouraged Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
12 pm	This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. VIRTUAL: Writers' Word Feast 12:00pm - 3:00pm Arts & Culture, Authors & Books Virtual Registration closed Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Room: Virtual Program Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Writers' Word Feast Bring your words and words yet to be written to this writers' group for writers of all types and genre. Each writer will get a chance to read their story, poem, or novel chapter and receive feedback from the group. Then we will spend some time writing! 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. Reservation Western Cook County Chapter Jack and Jill Teen Meeting 12:00pm - 4:00pm Dole Branch Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Dole Branch Library Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room Meeting/Event Description Monthly teen chapter meeting and weekly TLC practice. Reservation The Top Ladies of Distinction-Top Teens 12:15pm - 3:30pm Maze Branch Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Maze Branch Library Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room Reservation Boy Scout Troop 2 12:30pm - 1:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Conference Room		This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group. VIRTUAL: Midday Meditation 12:00pm - 12:30pm Health & Wellness Virtual Registration closed Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Midday Meditation You've likely heard people talk about the benefits of meditation for managing stress, boosting the immune system, and increasing energy. Now is a great time to start a practice or revisit one. This is a welcoming group of meditators, old and brand new. The session starts with Kundalini breath practices that offer powerful practices to shift your state of mind and make meditation more accessible. About the instructor Teacher Betsy Grimm is a yoga and meditation instructor who is drawn to practices to help manage mood, anxiety, and depression. 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.				Reservation Banyan Writing in Community 5-year Celebration 12:00pm - 4:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Meeting/Event Description Celebration of Asian American writers community group. Literary readings from 1-2 p.m. Generative writing workshop from 2-3 p.m. Reservation Free State of Illinois Basset Training Class 12:00pm - 4:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Lobby Community Space
1 pm	Reservation Girl Scout Troop 41420 Meeting 1:00pm - 3:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room				This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Family Event: Hot Chocolate Making 1:00pm - 2:00pm Kids & Families Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Age Group: Elementary School Program Type: Kids & Families Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Get cozy with cocoa! Kids and their grown-ups will assemble and decorate a gift-worthy jar of hot chocolate mix, plus whip up their own gourmet cup of cocoa with lots of fun toppings. Reservation Living and Dying Well Book Club 1:30pm - 3:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room		Reservation Jack and Jill meeting 1:00pm - 2:30pm Maze Branch Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Maze Branch Library Room: Maze Branch Meeting Room Meeting/Event Description We are inviting an author to talk to a group of approximately 20 children in 1st-3rd grade
2 pm		Reservation Meeting 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Conference Room				This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Valentine Card Crafternoon 2:00pm - 4:00pm Kids & Families Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Elementary School Program Type: Kids & Families Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Drop in to create something beautiful to gift or keep for yourself! Best for kids in elementary school. Younger siblings may participate with caregiver support. This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Digital Learning" group. This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. TechGirlz: Programming Edison Robots Using Python 2:30pm - 5:30pm Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8 Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Digital Learning" group. This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Creative Studio Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School Program Type: Arts & Culture, Digital Learning, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8 Required Seats Remaining: 13 Sponsored by TechGirlz Are you a middle school girl interested in technology? Are you looking to learn more about coding and computer programming or building your own digital apps? These are some of the things that you can explore in TechGirlz workshops. See all upcoming TechGirlz workshops » About TechGirlz TechGirlz is a program of CompTIA Spark, a 501(c)3 nonprofit and social impact arm of CompTIA, that inspires middle school girls to explore the possibilities of technology to empower their future careers. TechGirlz is accomplishing its mission through the creation of free, fun, interactive “TechShopz” led by industry professionals, community leaders, and students. Workshop curriculum is shared for free with companies, organizations, schools, and community groups so they can inspire girls around the world with technology. Their vision is to create a world where girls have a lifelong passion and confidence in their use of technology throughout their careers. Event Details: Programming Edison Robots using Python Disclaimer(s) Masks Encouraged Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.	This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. Art Exhibit Reception: "Alkebulan Shadows" by Jason Dorsey 2:00pm - 4:00pm Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism Main Library This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Gallery Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism Event Details: Meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments. Alkebulan: meaning the oldest and the only word of Indigenous origin regarding the continent of Africa.
3 pm	This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Multicultural" group. Spanish Conversation Hour / Conversación en español 3:00pm - 4:00pm Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Multicultural" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural Required Seats Remaining: 25 Spanish Conversation Hour Join us for a casual hour of open conversation with other Spanish speakers. Whether you speak enough to hold a basic conversation or can rattle off long stories, all levels are welcome. No class, no formal lesson—just practice for current Spanish speakers. Disclaimer(s) Masks Encouraged Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.	This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Drop-In Arts & Crafts Activities: Snow Much Fun 3:30pm - 5:30pm Kids & Families Main Library This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Services Area Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Kids & Families Event Details: Drop in and make a snow craft to take home! We'll have snow-related arts and crafts activities on weekdays, all month long, in the Main Library Children's Services Area. Best for grades preK-5.	This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Drop-In Arts & Crafts Activities: Snow Much Fun 3:30pm - 5:30pm Kids & Families Main Library This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Services Area Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Kids & Families Event Details: Drop in and make a snow craft to take home! We'll have snow-related arts and crafts activities on weekdays, all month long, in the Main Library Children's Services Area. Best for grades preK-5.	This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Drop-In Arts & Crafts Activities: Snow Much Fun 3:30pm - 5:30pm Kids & Families Main Library This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Services Area Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Kids & Families Event Details: Drop in and make a snow craft to take home! We'll have snow-related arts and crafts activities on weekdays, all month long, in the Main Library Children's Services Area. Best for grades preK-5.	This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Drop-In Arts & Crafts Activities: Snow Much Fun 3:30pm - 5:30pm Kids & Families Main Library This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Services Area Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Kids & Families Event Details: Drop in and make a snow craft to take home! We'll have snow-related arts and crafts activities on weekdays, all month long, in the Main Library Children's Services Area. Best for grades preK-5.	This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Drop-In Arts & Crafts Activities: Snow Much Fun 3:30pm - 5:30pm Kids & Families Main Library This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Services Area Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Kids & Families Event Details: Drop in and make a snow craft to take home! We'll have snow-related arts and crafts activities on weekdays, all month long, in the Main Library Children's Services Area. Best for grades preK-5.	This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. VIRTUAL: Author Visit: Writer Shannon Hale & Illustrator LeUyen Pham 3:00pm - 4:00pm Authors & Books, Kids & Families Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School Program Type: Authors & Books, Kids & Families Event Details: Join us for a virtual author visit with writer Shannon Hale and illustrator LeUyen Pham. They will talk about their books, answer your questions, and share an engaging activity! 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.
4 pm		Reservation YourPassion1st Meeting 4:30pm - 6:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Creative Studio	This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Supported Storytime 4:00pm - 4:30pm Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Designed for children with disabilities 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. This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. Tea Talk 4:00pm - 5:00pm Students Grades 6-8 Main Library This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Middle School Space Age Group: Middle School Program Type: Students Grades 6-8 Tea Talk A place for middle school students to drink tea while getting the "tea" they need to succeed. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group. You, Me, We: Co-Ed Mentoring Program 4:00pm - 5:30pm Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12 Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room Age Group: Middle School, High School Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12 Required Seats Remaining: 31 Event Details: A mentoring program for everyone! You, Me, We meets bi-monthly on Tuesdays, January 24–May 30. This event is in the "Digital Learning" group. This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. TechGirlz: Intro to Podcasting (Part 2) 4:00pm - 6:30pm Digital Learning, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8 Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Digital Learning" group. This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Creative Studio Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School Program Type: Digital Learning, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8 Required Seats Remaining: 7 Sponsored by TechGirlz Are you a middle school girl interested in technology? Are you looking to learn more about coding and computer programming or building your own digital apps? These are some of the things that you can explore in TechGirlz workshops. See all upcoming TechGirlz workshops » About TechGirlz TechGirlz is a program of CompTIA Spark, a 501(c)3 nonprofit and social impact arm of CompTIA, that inspires middle school girls to explore the possibilities of technology to empower their future careers. TechGirlz is accomplishing its mission through the creation of free, fun, interactive “TechShopz” led by industry professionals, community leaders, and students. Workshop curriculum is shared for free with companies, organizations, schools, and community groups so they can inspire girls around the world with technology. Their vision is to create a world where girls have a lifelong passion and confidence in their use of technology throughout their careers. Event Details: Podcasting is a powerful way to communicate stories, news reports, and information. This two-part program will get students started with tools and techniques for creating engaging podcasts. Disclaimer(s) Masks Encouraged Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program. Reservation WRITING & OBJECT: The House Beautiful by William Gannett, Designed & Illustrated by Frank Lloyd Wright 4:30pm - 6:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Meeting/Event Description Join us from 5:30-6:30 for a guided discussion on the book The House Beautiful.	This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group. Pokémon Meet-up 4:00pm - 5:00pm Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12 Main Library This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: High School Space Age Group: Middle School, High School Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12 Pokémon Meet-up Join us for a weekly Pokemon Fan Club! There will be tables set up where you can learn and play the Pokemon Trading Card Game, and plug-in ports are available to charge up any handheld devices so Pokemon GO gamers are absolutely welcome! Snacks will be provided. Trading of physical items will not be allowed on the premises, so please ask your parent or guardian to facilitate any exchanges between teens or children. This event is for children and teens only. Disclaimer(s) Masks Encouraged Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program. This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group. Access Granted Male Mentor Program 4:00pm - 5:30pm Careers & Businesses, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12 Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room Age Group: Middle School, High School Program Type: Careers & Businesses, Equity & Anti-Racism, Health & Wellness, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12 Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Every student deserves ACCESS. The Oak Park Public Library offers a plethora of physical and digital resources and programs for middle and high schoolers.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Multicultural" group. Latinx Author Book Cafe: "Wild Tongues Can't Be Tamed: 15 Voices From the Latinx Diaspora" 6:00pm - 7:00pm Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural Main Library Registration closed Required This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group. This event is in the "Multicultural" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural Required Seats Remaining: 20 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:* February book club pick: Wild Tongues Can't Be Tamed Disclaimer(s) Masks Encouraged Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program. Reservation Cook County Green Party Open Meeting 6:00pm - 8:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room Meeting/Event Description The West Side Greens will host a meeting of the Cook County Green Party. On the agenda: Ranked Choice voting initiatives in Oak Park, Berwyn, and Cook County This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. VIRTUAL: Cozy Pajama Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm Kids & Families, Storytimes Virtual Registration closed Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Kids & Families" group. This event is in the "Storytimes" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Join us via Zoom for a fun and cozy storytime! Wear your favorite pajamas and bring your favorite cuddly stuffie for some stories and songs. Best for kids up through age 6. 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.	Reservation Oak Park Festival Theatre Board Meeting 6:30pm - 8:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room Meeting/Event Description Board Meeting	Reservation 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 We have played the Cashflow game here for four years. Everyone has been asking when will the meetings continue.	This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group. VIRTUAL: Classroom Kitchen Series: Mardi Gras 6:30pm - 8:00pm Arts & Culture, Health & Wellness Virtual Registration closed Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Join Kristyn Slick of Classroom Kitchen in an interactive virtual cooking series focusing on ingredients commonly utilized during the winter. 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. Reservation TOAST MASTERS FEBRUARY MEETING 6:45pm - 8:45pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room
7 pm			Reservation Oak Park Runners Club Feb Meeting 7:00pm - 8:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Meeting/Event Description Oak Park Runners Club monthly meeting	This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. VIRTUAL: Illinois Libraries Present: Saying Yes to Your Story: A Conversation With Kwame Alexander 7:00pm - 7:45pm Arts & Culture, Authors & Books Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group. This event is in the "Authors & Books" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture, Authors & Books Event Details: Join us for an evening of inspiration and conversation with best-selling and award-winning children’s and young adult author and poet, Kwame Alexander—author of the Newbery Award-winning book, 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. 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@gmail.com. Reservation Chicago International Christian Church 7:00pm - 8:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Veterans Room Reservation Midweek - ICC 7:00pm - 8:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room Meeting/Event Description Midweek Devotional	This event is in the "Civic Learning" group. VIRTUAL: Candidate Forum: Park District of Oak Park Board 7:00pm - 8:00pm Civic Learning Virtual Registration closed Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Civic Learning" group. Registration closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Civic Learning Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Join us for the Candidate Forum for the Park District of Oak Park Board April 4 Municipal Election. 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. Reservation OPRC Board Meeting 7:00pm - 8:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Conference Room Meeting/Event Description Board members meeting Reservation Stretch Life Group 7:00pm - 8:30pm Main Library This is not a library-led event. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Small Meeting Room

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