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Teen Service Club

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 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 "Adults" group.

Tabletop Game Night

Wednesday, January 8, 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, January 9, 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.

Street Fighter Video Game Duel!

Thursday, January 9, 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 the ultimate Street Fighter champion? Bring your friends and battle in this thrilling video game challenge! 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.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Legal Aid Chicago

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Other
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

Come to this presentation to hear from Legal Aid Chicago's outreach attorneys about how they can help you with your legal needs for free.  At Legal Aid Chicago, it is our vision that poverty will not be an impediment to justice in Cook County

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

Illinois Libraries Present: Chicago Pizza: Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Food, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Food, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Famed Food Guy reporter at NBC 5 (Chicago), Steve Dolinksy has won 13 James Beard Awards for his TV, radio and podcast work.

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

Babybugs Storytime

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Babybugs Storytime features music, movement, and short segments to keep busy babies and toddlers interested. Come to listen and play!

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

Storytime Snack Break

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
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: Storytime & Early Literacy
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

As an added convenience to our storytime attendees, we will continue to keep the Program Room open after storytime from 11:30-12:30  as a designated snack space.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Big Art Night

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Commons at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
All Ages
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: The Commons
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 143
Event Details:

Join us for another Big Art Night!

Get hands on and create with fun activities for all ages. 

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

One on One Tech Help

Saturday, January 11, 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 "Young Adults" group.

Celia's Art Corner: Upcycled Organizers

Saturday, January 11, 2025 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: 12
Event Details:

Decorate recycled paper towel tubes to create a desktop organizer for holding pens and pencils.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Create a felt light-up wishing star

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY, STEAM
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, STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Make your own light-up plush wishing star using simple sewing skills. 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.

Tai Chi

Monday, January 13, 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, January 13, 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, January 13, 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. 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 "Young Adults" group.

Book Tasting

Monday, January 13, 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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Take & Make Craft Kits for Pre-K & K

All Day
Lower Level at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

We offer a limited selection of take-home craft kits for preschoolers and kidnergarteners every month that you can do at the library or at home. We provide instructions and supplies, and you keep everything inside the bag!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Imitation Stained Glass Art

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture, STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

A deceptively simple art project with wow factor no matter what your drawing or painting skills are. Note: since we are working with paint, there is a chance for mess! Designed for ages 5-8. 

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

One on One Tech Help

Wednesday, January 15, 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 "Family" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Storytime Snack Break

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Food, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

As an added convenience to our storytime attendees, we will continue to keep the Program Room open from 11:30-12:30 PM as a designated snack space.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Social Circle: Tech Empowerment with Xandi - Buying and Selling Online

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Education & Learning, Technology
Age Group:
Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Education & Learning, Technology
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Today's Topic: Tech Empowerment with Xandi - Buying and Selling Online

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Celebrating the Lunar New Year

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Education & Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Education & Learning
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:

The Lunar New Year season lasts from January 28 to February 12, 2025. It is a holiday observed by about 20% of the world’s population, yet many are unfamiliar with how it is celebrated.

 

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Cooking with the Park District: Fettucine Alfredo

Wednesday, January 15, 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: 14
Event Details:

Welcome to the ultimate pasta party, where every twirl of your fork brings you closer to creamy bliss! In this class, we’ll unlock the secrets behind the iconic Fettuccine Alfredo, a dish that’s as indulgent as it is irresistible. 

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

Chair Yoga

Thursday, January 16, 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!!!