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Beginning Tai Chi

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
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.   

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, April 6, 2026 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
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Designated for pre-kindergartners. 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 "Middle Grades" group

Homework Club

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Education & Learning
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Does your child need homework assistance or just a place to relax and get some work done? Join us for our weekly homework club with provided snacks, calming music, and dedicated academic time. Suitable for grades 2-7.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Found Poetry Collage Night

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Celebrate National Poetry Month by unleashing your inner poet! We will be creating original poems using recycled magazines and books. Suitable for grades 5-7. 

This event is in the "Young Adults" group

Teen Take & Make: Seed Bombs

All Day
Young Adult Lounge at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits, Nature & Gardening
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, Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Month by making a little ball of gardening goodness. Seed bombs are small balls of soil, clay, and seeds, often native wildflowers, designed to be tossed into neglected areas to promote plant growth.

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

One on One Tech Help

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Encouraged
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 Tech Help

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Encouraged
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, April 8, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Encouraged
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

From Rumors to Reality: Understanding Disinformation (Tech Empowerment)

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Technology
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Not all false information is accidental. In this class, you'll learn how and why disinformation is created, how it spreads online, and what platforms do (or don’t do) to stop it.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tabletop Game Night

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Encouraged
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.

Forest Park Board of Health: Well-Being Wednesday

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

A monthly wellness workshop held by the Forest Park Board of Health

This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Chair Yoga

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
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

Chess Club

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Education & Learning, Games & Gaming
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Come join us in playing one of the world’s oldest strategy games! Don’t know how to play? No problem! This program is designed for young beginning chess players to develop a love for the game. Suitable for grades 5-7. 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Make Your Own Fantasy Map!

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Middle Grades
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Do you love imagining and escaping to fantasy worlds? Now’s your chance to join us in creating your own unique world map. Designed for grades 3-5

This event is in the "Adults" group

Legal Wellness Clinic

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Finance & Consumer Information
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finance & Consumer Information
Event Details:

When was your last legal check-up? You see a doctor regularly even when we're not sick. Why not a lawyer when you're not in a court case.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Last Kids on Earth Kit *KIT AVAILABLE*

All Day
Youth Services Desk at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Make & Take Kits
Age Group:
Middle Grades
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Desk
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Books & Writing, Make & Take Kits
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Sign up to get your own Last Kids on Earth Kit containing a monster apocalypse survival guide, a game, and more. Designed for grades 3 to 5. Kits are limited so please remember to register.

Kits will be held for a week.

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

Book Donation Drive

All Day 4/10 - 4/16
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Community
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Writing, Community
Event Details:

The Library will be accepting book donations for the 2026 Spring Book Sale happening on April 18 and April 19.

Donations can be dropped off between April 10-16. We will not accept book donations at any other time.

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

Northstar Support Hours

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Upcoming
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Invest in yourself with Northstar Literacy

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

Babybugs Storytime

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
Closed
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Lots of movement, short segments, and fun rhythms for our youngest storytime guests. Designed for babies through early walkers. 

This event is in the "Young Adults" group

Art in the Lounge: Yayoi Kusama

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult Lounge at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Young Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

April is Neurodivergence Celebration Month! To celebrate, we’ll be exploring polka dot art in the style of Yayoi Kusama.

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

LEGO Your Library Building Challenge

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, STEAM
Age Group:
Family, Kids
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture, STEAM
Event Details:

In honor of this year's National Library Week we're channeling our inner master builders and constructing our dream library versions. Designed for kids in grades K-3.

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

One on One Tech Help

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Encouraged
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, April 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Adult Lounge at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Food
Age Group:
Young Adults
Upcoming
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Food
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

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

Bilingual Storytime

Monday, April 13, 2026 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
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Designated for pre-kindergartners. 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.**