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Pet Bandana Giveaway & Drawing

All Day 10/21 - 11/10
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Tai Chi

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Closed
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
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, November 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Closed
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 5
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 "Pre-K" group.

Bilingual Storytime

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Pre-K
Closed
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Ages 5 and under.  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 "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 - 5:30pm
Community Room at 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
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Community
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 14
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

NYT & Donuts (And more Library E-Resources!)

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Come learn about all the free new New York Times digital resources we are offering with your FPPL library card! Access articles, games, recipes, and much more from your own devices from anywhere!

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

One on One Tech Help

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 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, November 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Waitlist
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Waitlist
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Social Circle for Older Adults

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Civic Engagement, Community, Education & Learning, Health & Wellness, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Engagement, Community, Education & Learning, Health & Wellness, Technology
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

We want the Library to be your happy place.  All older adults (55+) are invited to join in for some special community time each week.  We’ll talk and share interests, enjoy guest speakers, and keep ourselves active, engaged, an

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Teen Service Club

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult Lounge at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Young Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Are you a teen in grades 8-12? Do you need service or volunteer hours? Do you just love the Library and want to put your stamp on it? Join us for our monthly Service Club!

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

*KIT AVAILABLE* DIY Hot Cocoa stirrer spoon kit

All Day
Lower Level at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Make & Take Kits
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Food, Make & Take Kits
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Take home a kit to make your own hot cocoa stirrer spoons using vegan marshmallows and HERSHEY'S KISSES.  Kits are limited so please remember to register. Designed for grades 3rd and 4th. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

Food Allergy Disclaimer Text.

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.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, November 7, 2024 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: 21
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Thursday, November 7, 2024 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 "Pre-K" group.

Baby Bookworms

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Pre-K
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Our lapsit storytime returns to our cozy confines for November, with all the songs and stories that you love. Designed for infants-crawlers.

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.

Sip & Paint

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
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
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Join us with special guest Fannie Medina for a fun-filled afternoon of artmaking! We will celebrate the season of autumn by creating your own step-by-step fall themed painting. Designed for grades 5th, 6th and 7th.

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.

After-Hours Yoga: Restorative

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Start your weekend with a restorative yoga session with Marissa from And Then There Was Well

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

One on One Tech Help

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Waitlist
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
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 "Young Adults" group.

Celia's Art Corner: Polymer Clay Charms

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Adult Lounge at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Young Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Sculpt and bake polymer clay into charms for earrings, keychains or necklaces.

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

“City at War: Chicago”: Film screening

Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Movies and Music
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Movies and Music
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Veterans Day Screening of the film:  "A CIty at War:  Chicago" at FPPL on Sunday,

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

Tai Chi

Monday, November 11, 2024 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: 15
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, November 11, 2024 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: 9
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.