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Chair Yoga

Thursday, May 1, 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Thursday, May 1, 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Saturday, May 3, 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 "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Illinois Libraries Present: Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Young Adults, All Ages
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Family, Kids, Young Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

Dan Santat is the author and illustrator of over a hundred books for young people.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Fan Fest 2025

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lower Level at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community, Games & Gaming
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 183
Event Details:

You don't have to come to a galaxy far, far away to celebrate May the fourth! Join us at our annual Fan Fest with artists and craftspeople.

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

Draw Yourself as a Superhero with Gene Ha

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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: 15
Event Details:

Gene Ha is a local four-time Eisner award winner for his artwork from Wonder Woman Historia, Top 10 and other superhero comics.

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

Tai Chi

Monday, May 5, 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 5, 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Wednesday, May 7, 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: Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio Field Trip

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Books & Writing, Community
Age Group:
Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Writing, Community
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Today's Topic:  Field Trip to the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio in Oak Park

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

Chair Yoga

Thursday, May 8, 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 "Middle Grades" group.

Minecraft Legends Video Game Program

Thursday, May 8, 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:

Are you a fan of Minecraft? Then bring your friends and plan a strategy to defeat the ravenous piglins and save the Overworld. 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Thursday, May 8, 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.

*KIT AVAILABLE* DIY Lip Balm Kit

All Day
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits, Health & Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Mix up some soothing lip balm using this take home kit. 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 "All Ages" group.

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: 16
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.