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This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
Idea Box: Pride
All Day
6/1–6/15
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Idea Box
Age Group:
Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Happy Pride! View a special display featuring Pride flags and book recommendations that celebrate LGBTQ+ history. Do you know what all the colors in the Pride flag mean? Do you know which identities the flags in our display represent?
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Arts & Culture
Maze Branch Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Art Exhibit: "Finding Color in the Chaos" by Nicole McNamara
All Day
6/1–6/30
Maze Branch Library
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Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Event Details:
Nicole McNamara is a self-taught abstract oil painter whose creative journey led her to discover both her ADHD and her identity as a lesbian in her 40s.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Arts & Culture
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Jun
12
2025
Thu
Maker Show-and-Tell
10:00am–11:00am
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Event Details:
An event for artists and makers of any medium! Come share what you make (whatever that is!) in a friendly, casual environment. All are welcome, whether you:
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This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
Equity & Anti-Racism
Main Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
Jun
14
2025
Sat
English Language Conversation
10:00am–11:00am
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism
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.
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12 pm |
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This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Health & Wellness
Virtual
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Jun
10
2025
Tue
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Library Branch:
Virtual
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
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.
Physical Activity
By joining this class, you declare that you are physically fit and ready to participate and understand any physical activity may involve some risk of injury. You may rest at any time during the class. It is your responsibility to consult with your physician with respect to any past or present injury, illness, health problem, or any other condition or medication that may affect your participation.
The participant assumes all risks of injury and illness that may result from such participation. The participant agrees to waive and release the Oak Park Public Library, its officers, employees, trustees, and agents and shall hold such persons/entity harmless from any and all liability for any claim, suit, or other cause of action which might arise from injuries, illness, damages, or loss which may occur on account of participation in such activities.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Arts & Culture
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Jun
10
2025
Tue
Scrabble Club
1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Event Details:
Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble. All skills levels and ages are welcome.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
Arts & Culture,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
Jun
11
2025
Wed
Wednesday Movie Matinee Juneteenth Double Feature: "Get On Up"
1:00pm–3:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Event Details:
Wednesday Movie Matinee
Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!
Join us for a Double feature in the Veterans room celebrating Juneteenth!
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Arts & Culture
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Jun
8
2025
Sun
Art Exhibit Reception: "Thy Pit Is Thy Bour" by Jack Brockman
2:00pm–3:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Event Details:
Meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments while viewing the art exhibition.
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3 pm |
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Civic Learning" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
Cancelled
Arts & Culture,
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Civic Learning" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
Jun
8
2025
Sun
Cancelled
CANCELLED: Spanish Conversation Hour / Conversación en español
3:00pm–4:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Event Details:
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.
This event has been cancelled. We look forward to seeing you on June 8th.
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
Arts & Culture,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
Jun
11
2025
Wed
Wednesday Move Matinee Juneteenth Double Feature: "Rhyme & Reason"
4:00pm–6:00pm
Main Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Event Details:
Wednesday Movie Matinee
Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!
Join us for a Double feature in the Veterans room celebrating Juneteenth!
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
Arts & Culture,
Kids & Families
Offsite
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
Jun
12
2025
Thu
Book Bike: Thursday Night Out
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Kids & Families
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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
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Main Library
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
Jun
10
2025
Tue
Latine Author Book Cafe: "There Is a Rio Grande in Heaven"
6:00pm–7:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Authors & Books,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Authors & Books" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Sustainability" group
Authors & Books,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Sustainability
Main Library
This event is in the "Authors & Books" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Sustainability" group
Jun
11
2025
Wed
Earth Lounge: Discussion Hour
6:00pm–7:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Authors & Books,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Sustainability
Event Details:
Join us for an open discussion on climate change and other environmental topics. You are invited to share an article, book, podcast, video, website or film related to environmental issues that you'd like to discuss.
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7 pm |
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Arts & Culture
Maze Branch Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Jun
10
2025
Tue
Adult Improv
7:00pm–8:30pm
Maze Branch Library
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Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Adult Improv
Looking for a way to let your inner comedian run free? Want to improve your quick-thinking skills? Join us for a night of spontaneous comedy. All skill levels welcome. Warning: Hilarity will ensue.
Adult Improv is held both in person at the Maze Branch Library and virtually every month; see all upcoming Adult Improv events »
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