Oak Park, Illinois
Upcoming events from the Oak Park public library.
261 upcoming events
Alyse Wittenberg displays her art exhibit "Arboriform rEvolution" at Maze Branch Library on October 1, 2026, featuring surreal imagery of trees and plants exploring themes of body discomfort, emotional instability, and isolation for ages 5 and up.
"Storied Views" by Jennifer Hauser is an art exhibit at Gallery Main Library on October 27, 2026, featuring ink and colored pencil artwork for ages 11 and up. Visitors can view the artist's illustrations exploring imaginative worlds and unlikely character friendships through a childlike perspective.
Shake, Rattle & Read is a 30-minute storytime program for ages 0-3 held at the Storytime Room Main Library on November 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM, featuring music and movement interactions between caregivers and children that requires registration.
Paginas y Platicas: "Limpia" is a library book club discussion for ages 18+ about the novel "Limpia" by Alia Trabucco Zerán, held in Spanish on November 7, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM in the Scoville Room at Main Library.
Young & Restless is a 30-minute storytime program at the Storytime Room Main Library on November 7, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM for children ages 0-3, featuring books, songs, and rhymes to introduce pre-literacy skills through caregiver-child interactions.
Join the Oak Park Public Library and community partners in celebrating Diwali on November 7 from 2:00–5:00 PM at the Nineteenth Century Charitable Association, featuring interactive storytelling, dance performances, and treats for ages 5+.
Messy Monday Sensory Play is a 45-minute sensory play session for ages 0-3 held at the Storytime Room in the Main Library, featuring water play and process art activities to engage the senses and develop fine motor skills.
Shake, Rattle & Read at Maze is a 30-minute program for children ages 0-3 and their caregivers held on November 9, 2026 from 10:30-11:00 AM at Maze Branch Library's Meeting Room, featuring singing, dancing, and storytelling.
The Beyond the Books Co-Ed Mentor Program is a 1.5-hour mentoring session on November 9, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at the Veterans Room Main Library for ages 14-17, where teens receive support with school, friendships, and future planning.
Supported Storytime & Family Play is a 45-minute program for children ages 5-11 at the Storytime Room Main Library on November 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM, where children with disabilities and support needs participate in structured activities including picture books, songs, and movement activities with sensory supports, followed by open playtime for families.
Shake, Rattle & Read is a 30-minute storytime program for ages 0-3 held in the Storytime Room at Main Library where caregivers and children sing, dance, and participate in music and movement activities together.
Baby Lapsit is a 30-minute storytime program at the Storytime Room Main Library for infants ages 0-3 where caregivers and babies interact with short books, songs, and rhymes to introduce pre-literacy skills.
VIRTUAL: Chair Yoga is a 30-minute virtual program on November 10, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM for ages 18+ where participants perform intentional poses and sequences to improve flexibility, concentration, and strength while reducing stress.
This page lists upcoming public events from the Oak Park library calendar.
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