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Little Free Dog Library Parade & Ribbon Cutting

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Patio at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
All Ages
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

The Village of Forest Park, the Forest Park Recreation Board, and the Forest Park Public Library have teamed up to create a special event for dogs and the humans who love them.

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

One on One Tech Help

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
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 "Adults" group.

Vision Board Workshop: What’s Your Story?

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Chicago artist, Lo Marie, will be leading this popular collage activity with some storytelling elements in mind. Most people seek creating vision boards as a fun way to manifest wants and goals, which is great!

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

Tai Chi

Monday, May 12, 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: 20
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, May 12, 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 "Young Adults" group.

Book Tasting

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult Lounge at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Young Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Not sure what to read next? Looking to find something totally new? Come to our monthly Book Tasting! We'll speed-run you through books new, old, and new-to-you.

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

Meet with an Employment Specialist

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Adult Study 2 at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Career
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Adult Study 2
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Business & Career
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Meet one-on-one in-person or virtually with a career services professional from Goodwill Workforce who can help you with job skills like applying for jobs, updating your resume, or practicing interview skills.

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

Meet with an Employment Specialist

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Adult Study 2 at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Career
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Adult Study 2
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Business & Career
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Meet one-on-one in-person or virtually with a career services professional from Goodwill Workforce who can help you with job skills like applying for jobs, updating your resume, or practicing interview skills.

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

Pop-up Storytime

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Books & Writing, Storytime & Early Literacy
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for a pop-up storytime featuring stories, music, and a little movement. Designed for pre-kindergarteners.

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

Meet with an Employment Specialist

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Adult Study 2 at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Career
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Adult Study 2
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Business & Career
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Meet one-on-one in-person or virtually with a career services professional from Goodwill Workforce who can help you with job skills like applying for jobs, updating your resume, or practicing interview skills.

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

Meet with an Employment Specialist

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Adult Study 2 at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Career
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Adult Study 2
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Business & Career
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Meet one-on-one in-person or virtually with a career services professional from Goodwill Workforce who can help you with job skills like applying for jobs, updating your resume, or practicing interview skills.

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

Illinois Libraries Present: Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Education & Learning
Event Details:

Join us to close out our fourth season with bestselling author Matthew Desmond in conversation with award-winning journalist, Natalie Moore. 

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

One on One Tech Help

Wednesday, May 14, 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 Wright - Building Your Digital Resilience

Wednesday, May 14, 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:  Building Your Digital Resilience

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Cooking with the Park District: Chopped Cheese Sandwiches

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:15pm - 8:15pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Young Adults
Open
Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Food
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Learn about this New York staple filled with delicious chopped meat and cheese! We'll make our own version of this savory, cheesy comfort food.

This event will take place at the Park District of Forest Park Main Office Building. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tabletop Game Night

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Spend an evening at the Forest Park Public Library with a variety of tabletop games. Either compete against each other, or work together, with games such as Catan, Flashpoint, and Ticket to Ride.

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

Chair Yoga

Thursday, May 15, 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: 30
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 "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

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

Thursday, May 15, 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:

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

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, May 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult Study 2 at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Adult Study 2
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 "Middle Grades" group.

Cricut Program: Self Care Box

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Put together your own cute self care gift box. Designed for grades 3-7.

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 "All Ages" group.

Bike Repair Workshop

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Patio at Forest Park Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: All Ages
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Ride your bike to the library for an outdoor event with local business Dan’s Bike Shop. Learn how to keep your bike tuned, how to repair a flat, and other tricks to keep you rolling around town.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Group

Saturday, May 17, 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: 15
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Traditional Chinese Tea Demonstration

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Education & Learning, Food
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Education & Learning, Food
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

According to Confucianism, the art of tea is as much transformative on an introspective level as it is on a ceremonial level.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

Food Allergy Disclaimer Text.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Clio's Chroniclers Book Group

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing, History & Genealogy
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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,