Forest Park Public Library
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Tuesday April 30 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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Wednesday May 1 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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Wednesday May 1 11:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Social Circle: Intergenerational Reading Share
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: Story ......More
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Wednesday May 1 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen Service Club
Are you a teen in grades 8-12? Do you need service or volunteer hours? Do you just love the Library and want to put your stamp on it? Join us for our monthly Service Club! We'll plan programs, complete projects, and talk about how you can make Forest Park Public Library......More
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Thursday May 2 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 May 2 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Middle Grade Advisory Club
This is an in-person program. Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you would like access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs. Have ideas on how the Youth Services department could be bett......More
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Friday May 3 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
*OFFSITE event* Pop-up Storytime at Popelka Park
*This storytime will meet (weather permitting) at Popelka Park at 501 Thomas Ave.* Meet us at the nearby, and recently renovated, Popelka Park for some fresh air and fun stories. Drop-ins are always welcome, but we encourage people to register so we can update you ......More
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Friday May 3 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Spring LEGO Free Build
Try out some spring themed LEGO challenges or build your own designs. Designed for ages 8 to 10. 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 for certain p......More
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Sunday May 5 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Fan Fest 2024
In-person again and unforgettable! Come to celebrate comics and culture at our mini-con. Meet artists, creators (and familiar characters), shop, and show off your fandom. Pokemon fans can learn tips to battle and build their deck. We will also give away free comics and ......More
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Monday May 6 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
*Kit* Kids Beginner Amigurumi Crochet Kit pickup starting today
Celebrate this year's Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian Heritage Month by trying your hand at this Japanese art (Amigurumi means ("crocheted or knitted stuffed toy"). Even crochet beginners can make something cute! These cute critter kits are in limited supp......More
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Monday May 6 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
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Monday May 6 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
College Knowledge Jeopardy
Have all your questions answered about college and the application process, and win cool prizes in the process! Topics include paying for college, types of colleges, college admissions, and picking a major.
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Tuesday May 7 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 May 7 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Creativebug Nailed It! Challenge for Kids
Calling all crafty kids! We learn together as we try to recreate projects from Creativebug every week. Will we nail it---or fail it? Can you outdo us? Designed for ages 6 and older.
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Tuesday May 7 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Illinois Libraries Present: The Many Lives of Kal Penn
We are thrilled to welcome Kal Penn to close out our 3rd season. Penn is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. He is known for starring roles in Designated Survivor, House, The Namesake, the Harold &......More
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Wednesday May 8 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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Wednesday May 8 11:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Social Circle: Explore Hula with June Tanoue
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. Topic: Explore Hula w......More
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Wednesday May 8 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon
The Year of the Dragon begins on February 10, 2024 and ends on January 28, 2025. Children in Chinese speaking countries celebrate Lunar New Year by wearing new clothes, eating Chinese food, visiting temples with family, and playing games. Come and learn something abou......More
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Thursday May 9 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 May 9 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Pokemon Thursday Swap-and-Play Meetup
Come to play and/or swap. In the spirit of the holiday season, we will be giving out some Pokemon-themed kits (with a mystery card) for the first 12 people registered! Designed for ages 6 and older Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/fppl/PO......More
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Friday May 10 11:00am - 3:00pm CDT
AARP Smart Driver Course Part 1
AARP Smart Driver - The newly updated driving refresher course from AARP Driver Safety will be offered at the Forest Park Public Library at 7555 Jackson Boulevard in the Austin Room from 11:00am to 3:00pm on Friday, May 10th. The 2nd class will be on Tuesday, May 14th f......More
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Friday May 10 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
*OFFSITE event* Pop-up Storytime at Popelka Park
*This storytime will meet (weather permitting) at Popelka Park at 501 Thomas Ave.* Meet us at the nearby, and recently renovated, Popelka Park for some fresh air and fun stories. Drop-ins are always welcome, but we encourage people to register so we can update you ......More
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Friday May 10 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Spirited Away Movie Screening
Join us for a fun screening of Spirited Away! Designed for grades 5th, 6th and 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 option or if you have other accessibility needs.** Image......More