Tax Day is April 15: Print tax forms, file online at the library

Calculator and pen on paper

Federal & state tax returns are due April 15 Download tax forms Find links for federal and Illinois tax forms below: Print tax forms At the library, you can use a library computer to print popular state and federal tax forms at no charge. Or print remotely and pick up same day at any library … Read more

5 ways libraries support entrepreneurs, small business owners

OPRF Chamber Women in Business

Did you know your library can be a great business partner? “I don’t think a lot of small business owners or entrepreneurs even know what an amazing resource the library can be,” said Anne Pezalla, co-owner of Oak Park store Lively Athletics. Here are five ways the library supports existing and aspiring business owners. 1. … Read more

November is National Entrepreneurship Month

Library staff, board members and Chamber of Commerce members celebrate the opening of the Main Library Creative Studio with a ribbon cutting

November is National Entrepreneurship Month. According to the White House, it’s a time to celebrate those who “create businesses that are the heart and soul of our communities.” Your library is a resource for entrepreneurs, new businesses, and nonprofit organizations. All Oak Park business owners, nonprofits, and employees can get a library card and gain full … Read more

Lively & the library: A story of growth

Librarian and store owner at Lively Athletics

Lively Athletics didn’t always sell kids’ shoes. In 2014, Anne Pezalla opened the store at 109 N. Oak Park Ave. with her sister Kate, selling women’s athletic clothing and shoes. In 2016, she started kicking around the idea of adding shoes for kids. She was participating in the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program at … Read more