Books in Brief, episode 4: Need some comfort reading? Try these titles!

Books in Brief with book covers for We Ride Upon Sticks by Quan Barry, Textbook by Amy Krouse Rosenthal, The Princess Bride by William Goldman, and The Housekeeper and the Professor by Yoko Ogawa

Need some book recommendations but don’t have a lot of time? Your librarians are here to help! Don’t miss the fourth episode of Books in Brief, a new video series featuring four great digital title recommendations in about two minutes. Collection Management Librarian Kathy recommends four titles to bring a little comfort to your reading. … Read more

Cover stories: Floral covers to brighten up your spring

Flowering tree

By Collection Management Librarian Dontaná Flowers are a perennial (get it?) favorite of cover designers. According to the language of flowers, each flower has its own meaning and can make a statement in combination. Perhaps the flowers on these covers give hints about the story. You can find all of the title suggestions below available … Read more

What to read next: Lucky #7 titles

Three 7s in a row

By Collection Management Librarian Dontaná The number seven is known for being perfect, prime, and lucky. It symbolizes completeness. These books feature the number seven in their titles and are stories about the search for that same sense of wholeness. You can find all of the title suggestions below available in your digital library through Media … Read more

Chat with your librarians live on Zoom: Discover what to read, listen to & watch next

Librarians Dontaná, Margita, Kathy, and Rose

We miss seeing you inside the library and would love to chat virtually with you! Join Librarians Dontaná, Margita, Kathy, and Rose (pictured above, left to right) live on Zoom to discuss what they’re reading, listening to, and watching while at home on Wednesday, April 29 from 3:30 to 4 pm. And we want to … Read more

Books in Brief, episode 3: In need of some self-care? Read these!

Books in Brief with book covers for Rising Strong by Brene Brown, Love for Imperfect Things by Haemin Sunim, Book of Delights by Ross Gay, Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott

Need some book recommendations but don’t have a lot of time? Your librarians are here to help! Don’t miss the second episode of Books in Brief, a new video series featuring four great digital title recommendations in about two minutes. Collection Management Librarian Kathy recommends four titles to read to help you practice some much-needed … Read more

New! Library backgrounds for your next Zoom meeting

Miss visiting your public library? We sure do! Now you can put yourself inside the library virtually with custom Oak Park Public Library backgrounds for your next Zoom meeting! Watch the video below to learn how to upload your own virtual background in Zoom. Download library-themed backgrounds Right click on the image and choose “Save … Read more

Explore your creativity with Creativebug

Collage of weaving, envelope making, and a cupcake

Interested in learning how to do something new? How about trying a new hobby or craft? Creativebug offers fun, easy-to-follow video classes on baking, painting, sewing, knitting, crocheting, drawing, jewelry making, and more. New classes are released daily, and the site also features downloadable patterns, templates, and recipes. Choose from more than 1,000 award-winning art … Read more