Event List

A talk with Amy Tan, details to come!

Register at: https://bit.ly/ILP_AmyTan]

Join the Forest Park Public Library and the Historical Society of Forest Park for a talk by Amy Binns-Calvey on Edmonia Lewis, a groundbreaking sculptor of African American and Native American heritage, and her remarkable work The Death o

The Brookfield Zoo returns to the library to help us get a glimpse into the life of migratory animals. After the storytime, there will be interactive play stations to explore.

Join this 30 minute Chair Yoga class with DuShaun Branch that will be accessible and open to all bodies!  Chair Yoga is a great introduction to Yoga and allows students to use an everyday prop, the chair!!!

Use your creative skills to paint your best friend on a canvas. Designed for grades 5th, 6th, and 7th.

Play a selection of games from the 80s and 90s on our Retron console.

Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment.
 

This inquisitive book group meets every two months in partnership with the Trailside Museum.

Every week in February, Babybugs will feature selections from some of our favorite Black authors and storytellers in honor of Black History Month. We may have some special guest readers join us too!  Designed for babies and toddlers.

As an added convenience to our storytime attendees, we will continue to keep the Program Room open after storytime from 11:30-12:30  as a designated snack space.

Blow off some steam with us at the Roos Recreation Center! Eat pizza, play games, and enjoy some downtime with your friends. Registration is required to guarantee entry!

Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment.
 

Based in the Chicago area, Noelle Garcia is an artist and educator who focuses on themes of identity, family history and recovered narratives in her work. She is an indigenous artist from the Klamath and Paiute tribes.

Clio was the Greek muse of history, who is responsible for preserving memory and all the knowledge that comes from discoveries of the past.  The history group is an eclectic group of individuals interested in all aspects of history,

Join the Forest Park Garden Club for a seed swap. Bring seeds and take seeds to start your garden this spring. It is not required to bring seeds to swap to participate. 

Class involves a series of movements performed in a slow gentle way. Focus on breathing and body awareness in this slow moving form of meditation.  Some basic familiarity with Tai Chi is expected.  

New to Tai Chi?  Class involves a series of movements performed in a slow gentle way. Focus on breathing and body awareness in this slow moving form of meditation.  No experience necessary.  

We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Ages 5 and under.  Please sign up so we can inform you of changes. 

Let's get comfy and listen to some great books for beginning readers. Beginning readers of all abilities are welcome to attend. Designed for ages 5-7

Our affinity group offers a supportive community for families navigating the special education journey.

Want to try bullet journaling, but have become too intimidated by the museum quality examples on Pinterest?

Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment.
 

Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment.