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This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Kids & Families
Main Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Kids & Families" group
Idea Box: Disability Pride Month
All Day
7/1–7/31
Main Library
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
Event Details:
This month, we are exploring disability culture, community, and advocacy for Disability Pride Month. About Disability Pride
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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
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
Arts & Culture,
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
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
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
Jul-Aug
2025
Art Exhibit: "Our Reality: Not Your Pathology" by Shane-Jahi Jackson
All Day
7/22–8/23
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
The controversial Moynihan Report of 1965 delivered a bleak and problematic assessment on the state of the African American family.
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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
Jul
26
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.
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This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness,
Multicultural
Virtual
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
HYBRID: Day of Wellness for Black, Indigenous, People of Color Panel Discussion
Library Branch:
Virtual
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness,
Multicultural
Event Details:
Please join Jor-El Caraballo, Emely Rumble, and Karen J. Anderson, for a discussion on self-care for Black Men, self-care for Black Women, and African beauty. About the Panelist
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
Community Partner,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness,
Multicultural
Main Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
This event is in the "Multicultural" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
A Day of Wellness for BIPOC
11:00am–3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Community Partner,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Health & Wellness,
Multicultural
Event Details:
We invite those who self-identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) to A Day of Wellness for BIPOC at the Oak Park Public Library. This program aims to foster connection, sh
Disclaimer(s)
Virtual & In-Person Program
After you register (below), you will receive an email with information about attending in person and a specific link to join the event virtually.
Please indicate whether you plan to attend the event in person or virtually when you register. 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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Jul
22
2025
Tue
The Community Blood Center: Blood Drive
12:00pm–4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Event Details:
Community Blood Center Blood Drive
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
Jul
22
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.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Arts & Culture
Main Library
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Jul
23
2025
Wed
Wednesday Movie Matinee: "Inside Out 2"
1:00pm–3:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Veterans Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Event Details:
Wednesday Movie Matinee
Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!
Disney and Pixar's Inside Out 2 returns to the mind of Riley, a newly minted teenager now, to find headquarters in her mind undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions!
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This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group
Careers & Businesses
Main Library
This event is in the "Careers & Businesses" group
Jul
25
2025
Fri
One-on-One Small Business Consulting
1:00pm–4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Careers & Businesses
Event Details:
Do you have questions about starting or growing a business? Sit down with Chettha Saetia, business owner, business advisor, and Director of The Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA).
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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
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Intro to Machine Sewing
1:00pm–3:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Creative Studio
Age Group:
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Digital Learning
Event Details:
Interested in getting started with sewing? This demonstration with instructor Mike Hall will introduce you to the basics of machine sewing and overview a couple of beginner stitches.
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This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
This event is in the "Arts & Culture" group
Jul
25
2025
Fri
Book Bike: StArt Your Weekend
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Event Details:
The Book Bike visits The OP Arts District for StArt Your Weekend, weather permitting.
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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
Jul
24
2025
Thu
Book Bike: Thursday Night Out
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 "Library Board" group
Library Board
Main Library
This event is in the "Library Board" group
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Oak Park Public Library Regular Board Meeting
6:30pm–8:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Scoville Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Library Board
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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
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
Arts & Culture,
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
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
This event is in the "Students Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Students Grades 9-12" group
Jul
24
2025
Thu
Art Exhibit Reception: "Our Reality: Not Your Pathology" by Shane-Jahi Jackson
6:30pm–8:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School,
Adults,
Older Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Culture,
Civic Learning,
Equity & Anti-Racism,
Multicultural,
Students Grades 6-8,
Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:
Meet the Artist and enjoy light refreshments.
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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
Main Library
This event is in the "Equity & Anti-Racism" group
This event is in the "Health & Wellness" group
Jul
23
2025
Wed
Hidden Disability Healing Circle
7:30pm–8:45pm
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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