What’s happening
- Library calendar: An upcoming calendar of library-led events and community meeting space rentals.
- Art exhibits: Gallery exhibits change monthly, and a permanent collection features contemporary American artwork.
- Idea Box: See what’s inside this always-changing Main Library space.
- Summer reading: Fun for all ages, June-August.
News & Stories
Plant a seed for adult summer reading, starting June 1
The adult summer reading program is back! Get your reading lists and calendars ready to roll on June 1. Read, watch, and join us for our amazing program line-up this …Chair Yoga: Free, gentle & accessible from anywhere
Every Tuesday afternoon, instructor DuShaun Branch offers a free virtual Chair Yoga class with the library over Zoom, 12:30–1 pm. “My goal has always been to make yoga more accessible …Older Adult Coffee Hour: ‘Everyone has some knowledge, wisdom & humor to share’
Before she moved to Oak Park, Marti Middlebrook already loved visiting the Main Library with her granddaughters. But when she came in on her own one Friday morning, she got …Older Americans Month: A time to celebrate you
Spring is in full swing, and May is Older Americans Month. It’s a beautiful time to celebrate our older adult community. Our local Celebrating Seniors committee is working to make …Celebrating Jewish American heritage
Your public library is here with books, resources, and experiences that can help us connect and celebrate Jewish American history and culture. Browse: Title suggestions for all ages. View: A …
Requests
- Exhibit art: Submit a request to exhibit your art in the library.
- Sponsor/propose a community donation box: Submit a request for the library to host a collection box for charitable donations.
- Present a program or exhibit: Share your suggestion or idea for a library program or exhibit.
- Share a community flyer: Send your event flyer to post on our community bulletin boards.
The library has a photography and video policy as well as this language posted in all meeting spaces and on promotional materials: “Library visitors are often photographed and/or recorded for promotional purposes. Please let us know if you prefer not to be photographed or recorded.”