Forest Park Public Library
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Friday April 19 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
Sonic 2 Movie Screening
Cheer for Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles as we watch the movie Sonic 2 together. Designed for Grades 3rd to 7th. Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded optio......More
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Friday April 19 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Fandom Friday: Among Us Plush
Celebrate your favorite fandoms! Today we'll craft a cuddly (or sus?) Among Us plush pal and play a few rounds of the game.
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Saturday April 20 All Day
Book Giveway!
The Library is holding a free book giveway! The organization we worked with to take our discarded and donated books has discontinued service, which has left us with a lot of books that we cannot store. Stop by the Community Room on April 20 to take all the books you......More
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Saturday April 20 9:00am - 5:00pm CDT
*Kit* Earth Day Sewing Project Kit available starting today
Snack greener! Your choice of a reusable snack bag project or a reusable hot drink cozy project while supplies last. All supplies and instructions included. Designed for ages 6-10
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Saturday April 20 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Mystery Book Group
We love mystery novels. Join us! New members welcome. Questions? Please contact Marsha Boblitz, [email protected] March 16 ......More
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Sunday April 21 1:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Reframing Aging Storytelling Showcase
When older adults gift us their stories, the wise and creative energy invigorates the whole community with new ideas and momentum, moving us forward into a more compassionate, healthy, and supportive society. Come be inspired by what getting older can look like while ......More
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Monday April 22 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Pre-K/K Make & Take Craft Kits *Available starting today*
Fun free mini-projects and activities. No library card is needed to reserve these and you get to keep all the contents. Contact Youth Services if you want to reserve a kit. Designed for ages Pre-K through Kindergarten.
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Monday April 22 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
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Tuesday April 23 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
One on One Technology Consultation
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person or virtual appointment. Examples of topics: Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a dev......More
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Tuesday April 23 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
The Cicadas Are Coming!
An amazing natural phenomenon will take place in our own backyards this spring: The periodical cicadas will emerge! Come learn about these noisy neighbors and why they are so important. Eve Barrs, now a stay at home mother to two children, worked as a professional......More
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Wednesday April 24 11:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Social Circle: ChiGong
We want the Library to be your happy place. All older adults (55+) are invited to join in for some special community time each week. We’ll talk and share interests, enjoy guest speakers, and keep ourselves active, engaged, and well-informed. Today's topic: Older ......More
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Wednesday April 24 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
One on One Technology Consultation
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person or virtual appointment. Examples of topics: Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a dev......More
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Thursday April 25 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
Chair Yoga
Join this 30 minute Chair Yoga class with DuShaun Branch that will be accessible and open to all bodies! Chair Yoga is a great introduction to Yoga and allows students to use an everyday prop, the chair!!! Funds in part for this program were provided through an aw......More
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Thursday April 25 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Pins & Needles
Beginning or experienced knitters, crochet enthusiasts, macrame and embroidery makers, or quilters: come join us in this sociable creative circle led by Karen Wiebe. Tea will be served.
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Thursday April 25 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Nature Book Group with the Trailside Museum
Join us in Trailside’s classroom for a lively discussion of this bestselling book about amazing animal senses. In partnership with the Forest Park Public Library. Call the Trailside Museum to register: ......More
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Friday April 26 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
Sensory Supported Storytime
We meet your little ones where they are by offering visual schedules at our storytime, allowing for movement opportunities and sensory items to experiment with during and after the storytime. For kids who need a little space, we will have a cozy corner if they need to t......More
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Friday April 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
(Offsite) Sticks and Cones
*This is an offsite event which will take place at Sticks & Cones at 308 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL Are you a fan of ice cream and vintage 80s arcade games? Then come join us and have some tasty treats. Designed for grades 5th, 6th and 7th. **Please email us a......More
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Friday April 26 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Afterhours at the Roos
Blow off some steam with us at the Roos Recreation Center! Eat pizza, play games, and enjoy some downtime with your friends. Registration is required to guarantee entry!
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Saturday April 27 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
Forest Therapy Walk with Mary Oliver Poems
Join us for poetry in motion as we use poems by Mary Oliver to explore the forest through our senses. This is an off-site program and will begin at Trailside Museum, 738 Thatcher Ave., then continue in Thatcher Woods.
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Saturday April 27 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Family Día Fiesta
Join us for our annual celebration of El Día de los niños/El día de los LIbros (Children's Book Day and World Book Day) with a Spanish language book fair, music, and art stations. Designed for kids of all ages and their families.
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Sunday April 28 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Clio's Chroniclers: History Book Group
Clio was the Greek muse of history, who is responsible for preserving memory and all the knowledge that comes from discoveries of the past. The history group is an eclectic group of individuals interested in all aspects of history, who engage in lively discussions. ......More
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Monday April 29 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
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Monday April 29 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
Bilingual Storytime
** Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.** We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Ages 5 and under. Please sign up so......More