Program proposals from the public which complement the Library's collections, services, and goals are chosen by a staff committee according to the needs and interests of the community, the suitability of each library location's physical space, cost effectiveness, and the program's contribution to the Library's overall schedule of events. The programs must comply with the Library's meeting room policies, which mandate the program be open to the public free of charge. Individuals and organizations interested in partnering with the Library are invited to submit a proposal according to the schedule below.

Adult and Teen Program Proposal Form (PDF file)

Applicants will be notified of acceptance or rejection within approximately 3 weeks of submission deadlines. Proposals must include all of the required information.

Mail your completed program proposal to:
Attn: Program Proposals
Oak Park Public Library
834 Lake Street
Oak Park, Illinois 60301

Or email the proposal to:
, please include PROGRAM PROPOSAL in the subject line.

If the Program Proposal is Accepted

The Oak Park Public Library will:

• Identify a staff member who will serve as your contact and attend your program
• Provide a space and set-up
• Assist with appropriate publicity, as needed *

The partnering organization or individual will:

• Provide a contact person who is authorized to make decisions and will attend your program
• Work with the Library contact person to coordinate publicity, meeting publicity deadlines and providing complete information *

* The Oak Park Public Library reserves the right to review all publicity before it is distributed.

Download the Adult and Teen Program Proposal Form (PDF file).