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Request for proposals: Executive search services

The Oak Park Public Library Board of Trustees (the Board) issues this Request for Proposals for qualified vendors to assist the Board in identifying the ...
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BingePass gives you 7 days of unlimited streaming

With hoopla's new BingePass and your Oak Park library card, you can get unlimited streaming for seven days with a single borrow! Let's get started ...
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Autism acceptance & pride: Videos & activities for early learners

By Shelley Harris, Children’s Librarian Happy Autism Acceptance Month! To understand why we’re celebrating... Let's start at the beginning: What is autism & why acceptance? ...
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Celebrating Arab American heritage

Your public library is here to connect you with books, online resources, and learning experiences that celebrate Arab American history and culture this month and ...
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National Poetry Month

April is National Poetry Month, and there's so much to explore at your library! Browse: Poetry books for all ages View: A special display in ...
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Enjoy free & easy access to ebooks

In our continued quest to be a library for everyone, we strive to offer the widest possible access with the fewest barriers as possible. That's ...
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‘Burn Book’: Waiting for it? Loved it? Try these titles!

By Collection Management Librarian Kathy I love how much our community uses the library. Sometimes that means waiting for the hottest titles. Don’t fret! I ...
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Let’s celebrate National Library Week 2024

During April's National Library Week, let’s make a special effort to thank and celebrate all of our amazing Oak Park library staff members! And, be ...