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Craft & Chat

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join us for a fun craft with your neighbors! We will provide the supplies and friendly hands-on instruction.

Each month this summer, we will have a different craft to try.

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

Family Storytime at Popelka Park

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Enjoy the fresh air and stop by our family storytime at Popelka Park. We will meet at the library should there be inclement weather. We encourage attendees to sign up so we can notify you of any last-minute weather-related changes of location.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

K-Pop Dance Class

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning, Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Education & Learning, Health & Wellness, Other
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come learn a K-Pop class with Mikayla from K-Pop dance team aXis! 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.

Mystery Book Group

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
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: Books & Writing
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Floor is Lava Kids Obstacle Course Challenge

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Details:

For every kid who has ever tried to climb on our furniture, an obstacle course inspired by what is possibly the most popular playground game of all time. Compete for bragging rights and test your skills to a backing soundtrack fit for a warrior.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Libraries Rock Book Share

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Join us for a summer reading event! We will give you the scoop on the hot books of the summer, some music themed books and how to participate in summer reading.

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

Family Storytime at Popelka Park

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Enjoy the fresh air and stop by our family storytime at Popelka Park. We will meet at the library should there be inclement weather. We encourage attendees to sign up so we can notify you of any last-minute weather-related changes of location.

Independence 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 "Adults" group.

Tabletop Game Night

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Open
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 "All Ages" group.

Kona Ice Truck Visit

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Garden at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Library Garden
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Food
Event Details:

The Kona Ice Truck will be paying a visit to the Library. Enjoy a free cup of shaved ice from the Library while supplies last. First come, first served. One per person. 

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

K-Pop Dance Class

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning, 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: Education & Learning, Health & Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come learn a K-Pop class with Mikayla from K-Pop dance team aXis! 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.

Mystery Book Group

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
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: Books & Writing
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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

Regular Board Meeting of Library Trustees

Monday, July 21, 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 "Adults" group.

Craft & Chat

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join us for a fun craft with your neighbors! We will provide the supplies and friendly hands-on instruction.

Each month this summer, we will have a different craft to try.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Unlocking the History of the Black Panthers in Illinois

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education & Learning
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Over 50 years later, the history and legacy of the Illinois Chapter of the Black Panther Party remain shrouded in mystery and controversy.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tabletop Game Night

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Open
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.

Mystery Book Group

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
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: Books & Writing
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Outdoor Yoga at the Grove

Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join the Library and Marissa from And Then There Was Well yoga studio for an outdoor yoga class for all skill levels.

Regular Board Meeting of Library Trustees

Monday, August 18, 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 "Adults" group.

Craft & Chat

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join us for a fun craft with your neighbors! We will provide the supplies and friendly hands-on instruction.

Each month this summer, we will have a different craft to try.

Labor Day Sunday

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

The Library will be closed today for the holiday. 

Regular Board Meeting of Library Trustees

Monday, September 15, 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

Staff In-Service Day

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

The Library will be closed today for the holiday. 

Regular Board Meeting of Library Trustees

Monday, October 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