Oak Park Public Library
834 Lake Street
Oak Park, Illinois, 60301 USA
708-383-8200
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Copyright 2008

For more information call Young Adult Services at 708-452-3456. Attendance at Library programs and events constitutes consent to be photographed for Oak Park Public Library publicity purposes. It should be noted, however, that names of individuals will not be used in photo captions.

Summer Volunteer Opportunities
Want an opportunity that will build your skills, engage your talents, and allow you to give back to the community? Teens will be selected to volunteer in teams for eight weeks, from June 9 through August 1. Apply by May 22 for your chance at this unique opportunity.

OPPL on MySpace myspace.com/opplteens
We've developed a MySpace page for young adults at the Oak Park Public Library as a way to let you know about upcoming events, new book releases, and more. Friend us for more information from your local public library.

Join the 50 Book Challenge
Still looking for a New Year's Resolution for 2008? How about joining the 50 Book Challenge. Each year thousands of people challenge themselves to read 50 books a year in an effort to read as widely as possible. Fifty books not enough? Try 100 titles for 2008. Looking for a way to keep track of your reading? Try keeping track in a book journal, or list your 2008 selections on one of the many reading oriented social networking websites like Goodreads or Library Thing.

Poetry NOW!
Poetry NOW! presents a variety of poetry experiences, culminating in an all-day Festival of Poetry at Dominican University. These experiences include performances, workshops, and poetry readings by both professional and amateur poets. Most events are free and do not require advance registrations. Find out more.

 

Teen Advisory Council
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Small Meeting Room, Main Library
The Oak Park Public Library TAC is a group of teens ages 11 to 18 who want to make the library a better place. If you want your voice to be heard, you would be a great TAC member. No registration is required for this volunteer program.

After-Hours Teen Coffeehouse
Friday, May 16, 2008
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Veterans Room, Main Library
Fire on the Mic. Teens are invited to participate in this monthly spoken word event. R&B performer, Marcelis Wyatt hosts.

Teen Movie Madness: The Golden Compass
Moday, May 19, 2008
6:30 p.m. Veterans Room, Second Floor, Main Library
What could be better than free snacks and free movies on the big screen? Contact Young Adult Librarian Monica Harris at or 708-452-3456 for more information about the program.

Battle of the Bands
Saturday, May 31, 2008
1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Scoville Park, next to Main Library
Come watch local teens compete for a chance to advance to the regional competition in July. Besides the opportunity to hear 6 great local bands, we're also holding a Guitar Hero 3 tournament so everyone will get a chance to rock out. Plus there will be chances for the audience to win some really cool prizes just for showing up. And best yet...it's all FREE! For information on entering your band, visit www.oakparkteens.com/bob.html.