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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.

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

Babybugs Storytime

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
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 24, 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
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Saturday, January 25, 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 "Pre-K" group.

Party Like Moana

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community, Movies and Music, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community, Movies and Music, Storytime & Early Literacy
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

If you have Moana fever again thanks to Moana 2, we've got good news! This January, everyone's favorite island princess and wayfinder brings the islands to us. Join us for an interactive storytime, songs, and dancing.

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

Morning Sound Bath

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Level at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Main Level
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 35
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Clio's Chroniclers Book Group

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, History & Genealogy
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, History & Genealogy
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Clio was the Greek muse of history, who is responsible for preserving memory and all the knowledge that comes from discoveries of the past.  The history group is an eclectic group of individuals interested in all aspects of history,

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

Tai Chi

Monday, January 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One on One Tech Help

Wednesday, January 29, 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 29, 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: Swap Party

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Crafts & DIY
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Today's Topic:  Swap Party:  Bring up to one grocery bag of gently loved household items to swap with others.  No clothing.

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

Chair Yoga

Thursday, January 30, 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 "Young Adults" group.

Retro Gaming

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Young Adult Lounge at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Young Adults
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Details:

Play a selection of games from the 80s and 90s on our Retron console.

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

One on One Tech Help

Thursday, January 30, 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 "Family" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Babybugs Storytime

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
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 31, 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
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 "Young Adults" group.

Fandom Friday: Minecraft Plush

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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: 10
Event Details:

Sew together your own felt pixelated axolotl friend!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Black History Month Gallery

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
The Commons at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: The Commons
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Check out our mini gallery in the Community Room in partnership with Liberated Arts Movement. 

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

One on One Tech Help

Saturday, February 1, 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 "Adults" group.

Liberated Arts Movement Gallery Opening Night

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Level at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Young Adults, Adults
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Main Level
Age Group: Family, Kids, Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community
Event Details:

Help us kick off Black History Month and open our art gallery with an after-hours, all ages event. Please join us for performances, artists talks, refreshments, and more. In partnership with the Liberated Arts Movement. 

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

Library Love Notes

Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
Lower Level at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades
Program Type: Books & Writing, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Leave us a Valentine about what you love about our library! We'll post our submissions during the month of February