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This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Pre-K & K Take & Make Craft Kit Pickup Starts Today

Monday, September 16, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Forest Park Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K
Event Details:

These projects are great for families on the go! Kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Families may call ahead for availability or to reserve a kit. Kits are designed for preschoolers and kindergarteners.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Freedom to Read Postcard Station

All Day 9/23 - 9/27
Lower Level at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Community
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Middle Grades
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Family, Kids, Middle Grades
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Community
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Stop by our postcard station to thank our representatives for supporting the freedom to read.  You write the note, and we'll take care of the mailing. Designed for kids ages 5 and older and their families.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Chalk the Patio for Freedom to Read

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Patio at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Engagement
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Protecting everyone's freedom to read is more important than ever. Come support the cause and raise awareness by chalking our patio with freedom to read messages!

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Sustainability Fair

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Community, Crafts & DIY, Education & Learning, Nature & Gardening, STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Community, Crafts & DIY, Education & Learning, Nature & Gardening, STEAM, Technology
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 124
Event Details:

FPPL and the Forest Park Environmental Control Commission present…

            Forest Park Sustainability Fair on September 28 2-4pm

Staff In-Service Day

All Day
Forest Park Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for a staff in-service day.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Storytime and Author Visit with Maria "White Cedar Woman" Des Jarlait

Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

We're pleased to have Maria Des Jarlait (Atika's Medicine, I Am Not a Costume) join us for a reading in honor of the upcoming Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Pre-K & K Take & Make Craft Kit Pickup Starts Today

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Forest Park Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K
Event Details:

These projects are great for families on the go! Kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Families may call ahead for availability or to reserve a kit. Kits are designed for preschoolers and kindergarteners.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

"Potions" Class

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Family, Kids
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Boil, boil, toil and trouble! Bring your imagination and enjoy this exploratory craft activity just right for heading into spooky season. Ages 6-10

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Pet Bandana Giveaway & Drawing

All Day 10/21 - 11/3
Main Level at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids, Young Adults, Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Main Level
Age Group: Kids, Young Adults, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

FPPL cardholders can pick up a bandana for their pet. Take a photo of your pet with the bandana and submit it to fppl.org/pets

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Day of the Dead Bilingual Storytime with Language Labs

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Community, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Today's bilingual storytime is inspired by the Mexican holiday Dia de los Muertos, which falls on November 1.  Join us for a storytime and craft prepared by our friends at Language Labs. Designed for ages 6 and younger.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Day of the Dead Family Celebration

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Details:

Enjoy a musical performance by the Mariachi Sirenas, Chicago's first all-woman mariachi, and visit interactive art stations. Designed for kids and their families.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Therapy Dog Visit

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Community
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Research studies confirm that therapy dogs can play an important role in the physical and social / emotional well-being of many people.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Home School Family Day

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning
Age Group:
Family, Kids
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Kids
Program Type: Education & Learning
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

If you are a homeschooling family, we would love to meet you! Come on by to meet our Youth Services Manager, ask questions, and discuss your needs and how the library can best serve you.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Pre-K & K Take & Make Craft Kit Pickup Starts Today

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Forest Park Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K
Event Details:

These projects are great for families on the go! Kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Families may call ahead for availability or to reserve a kit. Kits are designed for preschoolers and kindergarteners.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Creature Camouflage Collage Workshop

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Family, Kids
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come join us for a fun family art workshop to make a mixed media collage! We will create a scene that demonstrates how animals camouflage in their habitats using oil pastels, colored pencils, and torn paper. Designed for ages 5-8. 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Mason Jar Aquariums

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Age Group:
Family, Kids
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

If your kid's idea of a perfect pet is Clifford the Big Red Dog and you have more of a Nemo-sized space, this is the perfect solution!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

Early Closing

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Forest Park Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library will be close early today. We will be open from 9 am until 5 pm. 

Thanksgiving

All Day
Forest Park Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for Thanksgiving. 

Christmas Eve

All Day
Forest Park Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25. 

Christmas

All Day
Forest Park Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25. 

New Year's Day

All Day
Forest Park Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25. 

New Year's Eve

All Day
Forest Park Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1.