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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
Nov-Dec
2025
Art Exhibit: "Behind the Mask": Portraits by Pete Gillespie
All Day
11/17–12/31
Maze Branch Library
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Age Group:
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Event Details:
"I interview strangers and attempt to capture in color and composition the emotion that I felt during the conversation. I work from photographs. Each painting is accompanied by a collection of quotes from our conversation. |
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Dec-Jan
2025
Idea Box: Serenity in December: A Space for Reflection & Resolution
All Day
12/2–1/9
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Idea Box
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" 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
Arts & Culture,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" 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
Dec-Jan
2025
Art Exhibit: "The Hovering Brush" by Jonathan Franklin
All Day
12/9–1/17
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Kids & Families,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
The Hovering Brush by Jonathan Franklin will be on view December 9-January 17 at the Main Library Gallery.
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Wild + Free Christmas Party
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
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)
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
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| 10 am |
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Maze Branch Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Shake, Rattle & Read at Maze
10:30am–11:00am
Maze Branch Library
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
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.
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room
10:00am–10:30am
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.
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
Dec
9
2025
Tue
ACE Research Study Follow Up
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)
Follow up survey, assessment, and focus group
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Shake Rattle and Read in the Veterans Room
10:00am–10:30am
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.
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
Kids & Families
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Stay & Play
10:30am–11:30am
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.
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Shake, Rattle & Read in the Storytime Room
10:00am–10:30am
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.
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Kids & Families,
Multicultural,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Dec
12
2025
Fri
Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy
10:00am–10:30am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Multicultural,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje.
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
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Dole Branch Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Dec
12
2025
Fri
Shake, Rattle & Read at Dole
10:30am–11:00am
Dole Branch Library
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
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.
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Shake, Rattle & Read
10:00am–10:30am
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.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
Equity & Anti-Racism
Main Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
English Language Conversation
10:00am–11:00am
Main Library
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.
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Brownie Troop 47914 Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
Reservation
Maze Branch Library
Dec
13
2025
Sat
House Captain Training, Frank Lloyd Wright Trust
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
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| 11 am |
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Baby Lapsit
11:00am–11:30am
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 »
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group
Dec
12
2025
Fri
Media Preservation Discussion: VHS, Photos & More
11:00am–12:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio
Age Group:
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning
Event Details:
Are you interested in converting VHS tapes to a digital format? Or digitizing other analog media, like photo negatives or slides?
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
Dec
12
2025
Fri
Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio: Media Station 1
Dec
12
2025
Fri
Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio: Media Station 2
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
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This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Young & Restless
11:00am–11:30am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
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 »
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Cora's Helping Hands Inc. Christmas Toy Drive
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
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| 12 pm |
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
Dec
7
2025
Sun
Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio: Media Station 1
Dec
7
2025
Sun
Chicago Neurodiverse Social Club
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Meeting/Event Description (will be published at oppl.org/calendar)
Chicago Neurodiverse Social Club Steering Committee meeting 12:30-2pm; Holiday Party 2:30-4:30
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This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness
Virtual
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Virtual
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
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.
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
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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 "Sustainability" group
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Kids & Families,
Sustainability
Main Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Sustainability" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
The Free Community Pop-Up Thrift Boutique
12:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Kids & Families,
Sustainability
Event Details:
Boutique-style shopping at no cost—we know it sounds too good to be true, but we promise it is! Come shop and/or donate. We're offering and accepting gently used clothing and accessories for all genders, ages, and sizes, free of charge!
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Reservation
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)
Ornaments with adoptive family
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| 1 pm |
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Kids & Families,
Multicultural,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Dec
7
2025
Sun
Donuts and Dreidels: A Chanukah Celebration
1:00pm–2:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Kids & Families,
Multicultural,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Come celebrate Chanukah with David Schwartz of Temple Har Zion! There will be snacks, songs, stories and more.
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness
Main Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Dec
7
2025
Sun
Hidden Disability Healing Circle
1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
This circle for adults with hidden/non-apparent disabilities will be focused on healing. Examples of non-apparent disabilities include, but are not limited to, mental health, arthritis, diabetes, neurodivergence, hearing, and more.
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Arts & Culture
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Scrabble Club
1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
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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Reservation
Maze Branch Library
Dec
11
2025
Thu
ACE Research Study Follow Up
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
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
Reservation
Maze Branch Library
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Tolkien Club Movie Day - The Fellowship of the Ring
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
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| 2 pm |
Dec
7
2025
Sun
Girl Scout Troop 47289 Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
|
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
Arts & Culture,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Art Exhibit Reception & Artist Talk: "The Hovering Brush" by Jonathan Franklin
2:00pm–4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Artist Talk and Reception
Artist Jonathan Franklin will lead a gallery talk through his exhibit, The Hovering Brush. Light refreshments will be provided.
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| 3 pm |
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
Dec
7
2025
Sun
Longfellow Girl Scouts Troop #47440
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Dole Branch Library
Room:
Dole Branch Meeting Room
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Audio Booth
Reservation
Maze Branch Library
Dec
7
2025
Sun
Girl Scouts Troop 47337 Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Maze Branch Library
Room:
Maze Branch Meeting Room
Dec
7
2025
Sun
Daisy Girl Scout Troop 47991 Meeting
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)
Daisy Girl Scout troop 47991 Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
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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)
Monthly discussion of articles selected by group members
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
|
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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)
Dec
11
2025
Thu
PlanIt Green Leadership Forum
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
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| 4 pm |
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Dec
8
2025
Mon
Canine Youth Leaders Planning
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)
Canine Youth Leaders meeting. This meeting is open to high school youth and we will discuss planning for our winter workshop.
This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" 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
Careers & Businesses,
Community Partner,
Health & Wellness,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" 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
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Beyond the Books Co-Ed Mentor Program
4:00pm–5:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses,
Community Partner,
Health & Wellness,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Dec
8
2025
Mon
December OPTAA Executive Committee Meeting
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Virtual
Room:
Virtual Meeting Space
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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 "Storytimes" group
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Kids & Families,
Storytimes
Main Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
This event is in the "Storytimes" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Supported Storytime & Family Play
4:00pm–4:45pm
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.
Dec
9
2025
Tue
OPPL-NW Teen Research Study
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
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This event is in the "Digital Learning" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families
Main Library
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Tech Night for Kids: Squishy Circuits
4:00pm–5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Elementary School
Program Type:
Digital Learning,
Kids & Families
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
This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
Careers & Businesses,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board Meeting
4:00pm–5:30pm
Main Library
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
Event Details:
Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board (LETAB) is more than a club it’s a movement.
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
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This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
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
Dec
12
2025
Fri
Winter Fest
4:00pm–6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Celebrate the season with friends and festivities! Join us for an evening of games, activities, and delicious food. We look forward to enjoying this special time with you!
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Dec
9
2025
Tue
Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio: Media Station 1
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
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Dec
11
2025
Thu
Creative Studio Media Stations Reservation
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio: Media Station 1
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Dec
8
2025
Mon
PFLAG - Holiday Card Writing
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lobby Community Space
Reservation
Maze Branch Library
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Oak Park Meditation Group
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)
OAK PARK MEDITATION GROUP
The Oak Park Meditation Group is open to all who want to learn and practice meditation together.
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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Digital Learning" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Sublimation Workshop: Custom Mugs
6:30pm–8:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio
Age Group:
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning
Event Details:
Sublimation is a process that uses heat and pressure to transfer dye onto polyester-based materials. In this workshop, come learn how to design a full-color image to print and then sublimate onto a blank ceramic mug. We will use
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.
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Reservation
Maze Branch Library
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Girl Scout Meeting - Lincoln 3rd Grade
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
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
Arts & Culture,
Equity & Anti-Racism
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Documentary Screening: "Sugarcane"
6:00pm–8:00pm
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.
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Oak Park CashFlow 101 Game Night
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.
Reservation
Dole Branch Library
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Thrive Talks Community Education Series
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.
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Health & Wellness
Virtual
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
VIRTUAL: Classroom Kitchen: Cheesecake 101 - Classic & Creative
Library Branch:
Virtual
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
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.
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
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Dec
11
2025
Thu
Erikson Staff Alumni Cookie Exchange
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
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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)
This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
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Reservation
Dole Branch Library
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Monthly Meeting of Oak Park Cycle Club Board
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)
Monthly meeting of Oak Park Cycle Club Board
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Arts & Culture
Maze Branch Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Adult Improv
7:00pm–8:30pm
Maze Branch Library
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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This is not a library-led event.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
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