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This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Prom Wear Donation Collection

All Day 3/1 - 3/31
Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

FPPL is accepting your like-new or gently used formal wear donations through the month of March! We will be hosting a pop-up Prom "Shop" at the Maywood Public Library on April 7.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Battery Recycling Drive

All Day 3/7 - 3/15
Main Level at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Main Level
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Forest Park Public Library and the local troop from Scouting America are partnering to help you recycle your used batteries! Starting today, bring your used batteries to the library. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Craft Swap Supply Drop Off

03/07/2025 @ 9:00am to 03/15/2025 @ 5:00pm
Library at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Drop off supplies from March 7-15. The swap will happen on Sunday, March 16 from 2-4 pm. 

How:

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Scouting America Tips on Waste Disposal

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning
Age Group:
All Ages
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Education & Learning
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:

The local troop from Scouting America stops by to end our week-long used battery drive to give us some tips on the disposal of waste!

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Dungeons and Dragons - 101

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Join Dungeon Master Steve Hurovitz for a fun introduction to this role-playing game. Learn about its history, game basics, and how to quickly start exploring new worlds and battling monsters.

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 "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Group

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

We love mystery novels.  Join us!  New members welcome.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Craft Swap

Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
All Ages
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Have craft supplies you no longer need? Looking for some new supplies for a project? Join the Library for a craft supply swap! 

Drop off supplies and pick up some new to you materials.

How:

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Tai Chi

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

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.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Beginning Tai Chi

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

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.  

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

Bilingual Storytime

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
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
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Designated for pre-kindergartners. Please sign up so we can inform you of changes.

 

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.**

Regular Board Meeting of Library Trustees

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Program Type: Board Meeting
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Candidate Forum for the Proviso Township School Board 209 Election

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Encouraged
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 74
Event Details:

Join us for the virtual Candidate Forum for the Proviso Township School Board 209 Candidate Forum for the April 1st Municipal Election.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

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 event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

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 event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

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 event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Social Circle: Tech Empowerment with Xandi: Make Your Device Work for You

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Technology
Age Group:
Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Technology
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Today's Topic:  Make Your Device Work for You

This event is in the "Family" group.

Potty Training Workshop

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning
Age Group:
Family
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Education & Learning
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:

Spring break is approaching, which can be an excellent chance for potty training! What does "ready" even look like? Is it true that boys can be harder to potty train?

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 "All Ages" group.

Book Sale Donation Drop Off

03/20/2025 @ 9:00am to 04/03/2025 @ 9:00pm
Library at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

The Library will be accepting book donations for the 2025 Spring Book Sale happening on April 5 and April 6. 

Donations can be dropped off between March 20 and April 3. We will not accept book donations at any other time. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

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!!!

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

My Hero One's Justice 2 Video Game Program

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come and play My Hero One’s Justice 2 on our Nintendo Switch! Fight against one another using some of your favorite My Hero Academia characters. Designed for Grades 5-7. 

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 "Middle Grades" group.

Kids Robotics Workshop with MARS Academy

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Kids, Middle Grades
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Kids, Middle Grades
Program Type: STEAM, Technology
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Affinity Group for Caregivers of Children Receiving Special Education Services (504s/IEPs)

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning, Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Family, Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Adults
Program Type: Education & Learning, Health & Wellness, Other
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This month's meeting we willl feature guest speakers from Pop Pediatrics to talk about picky eaters and pediatric feeding difficulties! We will discuss causes of feeding issues and when to reach out for help from a feeding therapist.

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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult Study 2 at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Waitlist
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Adult Study 2
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

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 event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Make a Tiny Golf Course Kit *KIT AVAILABLE*

All Day
Lower Level at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits, STEAM
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits, STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Create your own tiny playable golf course using simple craft materials. Designed for grades 3 and 4.

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.**