‘My lineage begins there. That’s a big part of my fascination and pursuit of documenting these wonderful people’: Photographer Jason Dorsey debuts portraits at Main Library
By Kristen Romanowski, Staff Writer & Editor Growing up, Jason Dorsey always knew he wanted to travel. "It's almost like I had a thread of ...
Resolved to read more this year? Check out 6 titles perfect for reading challenges
By Collection Management Librarian Kathy Looking to read more this year? Or better yet, looking to expand your reading horizons? Reading challenges are great ways ...
Just for kids: A list of fun & educational websites, curated by librarians
By Eileen Saam, Children’s Librarian Looking for engaging and educational sites for kids? You’ve come to the right place! Many websites designed for kids claim ...
‘Outsider’ bird art brightens Maze Branch in winter
By Kristen Romanowski, Staff Writer & Editor Want to see some colorful birds during these dreary January days? Just look up. Above the bookshelves at ...
Celebrity book club round-up, January 2023
By Collection Management Librarian Dontaná Since Oprah’s first book club pick in 1996, we have been reading as the celebrities do, falling in love with, ...
New mentorship programs for youth
Our library's vision is to empower every voice in our community, and our Middle & High School Services Team is doing just that for students ...
Kwanzaa 2022 ‘was the best one yet’
After a pandemic hiatus, the Oak Park Community Kwanzaa Celebration was back in person at the Main Library in December, with a full house. "This ...
Need help with school research projects? Library resources to the rescue! African-American History & American-Indian History (Part 3)
By Eileen Saam, Children’s Librarian As the school year starts and school projects are assigned, know that the library is here to help! In addition ...
