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Last Kids on Earth Celebration

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Books & Writing, Crafts & DIY
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Celebrate the latest Last Kids on Earth book with monster survival tips, watching an episode of the show, and making up your own monster protection kit. 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.**

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

One on One Tech Help

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Encouraged
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 "Young Adults" group

International Snacks with Universal Yums

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Adult Lounge at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Food
Age Group:
Young Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Food
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Try international snacks with a box from Universal Yums! We will learn about other countries while trying the unique snacks and treats. Try something new and maybe even find a new favorite!

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

Life-Size Candyland

Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Family, Kids
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Kids
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

A sweet life-sized game to shake off the holiday sluggishness. Designed for kids in grades K-3.

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Young Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Bento Box Workshop

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Family, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Older Adults
Full
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Food, Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Learn how to level up your lunch game over winter break with a bento box how-to with bento pro and Young Adult author Sara Fujimura.

New Year's Eve

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

The Library will be closed today for the holiday. 

New Year's Day

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

The Library will be closed today for the holiday. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Teen Resume Clothing Donation Drive

01/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/30/2026 @ 6:00pm
Library at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Career, Community
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Business & Career, Community
Event Details:

Help our local teens put their best foot forward as they start applying for summer jobs.

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

One on One Tech Help

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Waitlist
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Encouraged
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

Winter/Flower Themed Wall Hangings

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY, STEAM
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY, STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Create your own winter or flower themed wall hangings to brighten your space. 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.**

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Fandom Art Competition

01/04/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/10/2026 @ 5:00pm
Youth Services Desk at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community, Crafts & DIY, STEAM, Movies and Music
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Desk
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community, Crafts & DIY, STEAM, Movies and Music
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

What's your favorite fandom? We're taking fan art submissions all this week. Submissions will be displayed at the library and voted on. Our top scorer will get a gift card to Blick Art Supply so they can continue to make fantastic art!

This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Tai Chi

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
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 "Older Adults" group

Beginning Tai Chi

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
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 "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Bilingual Storytime

Monday, January 5, 2026 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
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
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.**

This event is in the "Kids" group

(Audio)book club for kids

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Kids
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

No need to read the book in advance! This is for kids who love reading, but feel like they're too old for storytime. Unwind in one of our cushy beanbag chairs, draw, or just chill while we listen to a book in the background.

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

Unstick Your Joints: A Resistance Band Mobility Reset

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Waitlist
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

This is a hands-on, active class—with a lecture. We’ll teach the power of the resistance band with a simple full-body routine designed to restore joint range of motion, remove hip and shoulder stiffness, and improve posture. 

This event is in the "Family" group

Neighborhood Baby Shower

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Education & Learning, Health & Wellness, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Community, Education & Learning, Health & Wellness, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Are you ringing in the new year with a new baby? Are you expecting one later this year? We'd love to celebrate you and give you a chance to network with other new and expectant parents.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Dog Man Fan Club Party

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Kids
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Join us for Dog Man-themed activities, snacks, and a chance to win some Dog Man books. Designed for kids in grades 2-4.

This event is in the "Young Adults" group

Teen Take & Make: No-Sew Handwarmers

All Day
Young Adult Lounge at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits
Age Group:
Young Adults
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits
Event Details:

Keep your hands toasty this winter with handmade, microwave-safe warmers. No sewing required. Kits will be available in the Young Adult Lounge and are first come, first served.

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

One on One Tech Help

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Encouraged
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 Tech Help

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Encouraged
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, January 7, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Encouraged
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

Improv for Older Adults

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Emily Ramirez, standup comic and improv artist, will raise the roof with a fun and relaxed improv workshop for older adults.  

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Switch and Switch2 Open Gaming

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Check in at the YS desk to reserve a gaming slot for solo or group play on one of our consoles. Choose from our in-house selection of Switch and Switch 2 games, or check out something from our gaming collection upstairs.