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This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Thursday, January 16, 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.

Pins & Needles

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Beginning or experienced knitters, crochet enthusiasts, macrame and embroidery makers, or quilters: come join us in this sociable creative circle led by Karen Wiebe.

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

Babybugs Storytime

Friday, January 17, 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 17, 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 "Middle Grades" group.

Sour Punch Bites Pickle Roulette Challenge

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Food, 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: Food, Games & Gaming
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Take a chance by trying some candy that will be either fruit or pickle flavored. 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, January 18, 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.

International Snacks with Universal Yums

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Adult Lounge at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Food
Age Group:
Young Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Food
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come hang out in the YA Lounge and 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Mystery Book Group

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Writing
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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

January 18th Y is for Yesterday by Sue Grafton

February 15th Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear

 

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

Silent Reading Party at Robert's Westside

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Books & Writing, Community
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Writing, Community
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Readers looking for a communal experience will gather & read books together in the cool atmosphere of Robert’s Westside.  Join us to try something new!

Robert's Westside

7321 Madison St.

Forest Park, IL 60130

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

Tai Chi

Monday, January 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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.**

Regular Board Meeting of Library Trustees

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Program Type: Board Meeting
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Create a Pocket Pet

Tuesday, January 21, 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: 11
Event Details:

Use a tin to create a home for a "pocket pet" that you can really carry with you. Designed for ages 5-8.

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

FSA ID Workshop

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Education & Learning
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

What is an FSA ID, and why do you need one? If you're applying for financial aid, an FSA ID is required for an individual to start a FAFSA application.

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Teen Take & Make: Mummy Doll Keychains

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:

Make a little buddy to keep you company anywhere you go. 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 22, 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 22, 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: The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning (Book Discussion)

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Community, Education & Learning, Finance & Consumer Information
Age Group:
Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing, Community, Education & Learning, Finance & Consumer Information
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Today's Topic: Book Discussion:  

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

Chair Yoga

Thursday, January 23, 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.

Film Screening: School of Rock with Snacks!

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Movies and Music
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Movies and Music
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join us for a screening of School of Rock. We will also provide snacks. 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 "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Financial Aid Application Completion Workshop

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Education & Learning
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Get help completing your FAFSA or FAFSA Alternative Application right here! The Illinois Student Assistance Commission will provide hands-on help for your application, no matter where you are in the process. 

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

One on One Tech Help

Thursday, January 23, 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.

Illinois Libraries Present: Love and Laughs with Michelle Buteau

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Michelle Buteau, an American stand-up comedian, actress, television host, producer, and podcast host.