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Book Tasting

Monday, November 11, 2024 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Mystery Book Group

Saturday, November 16, 2024 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.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Illinois Libraries Present: Holiday Tips & Tricks with Chef Art Smith

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season.

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

Silent Reading Party at Kribi Coffee

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Community
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing, Community
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Readers looking for a calm yet communal experience will gather & read books together in the fun atmosphere of the Ubuntu Lounge of Kribi Coffee Forest Park.  Join us to try something new!

 

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

Liberated Writers’ Circle

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Community, Education & Learning
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, Community, Education & Learning
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Liberated Writing is a mindful based creative writing series that provides the opportunity to connect with others in your community while also sharing your own stories and ideas.

Early Closing

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Forest Park Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library will be close early today. We will be open from 9 am until 5 pm. 

Thanksgiving

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

The Library will be closed for Thanksgiving. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Clio’s Chroniclers

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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: 16
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 "Young Adults" group.

Book Tasting

Monday, December 9, 2024 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Nature Book Group

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Nature & Gardening
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing, Nature & Gardening
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

This inquisitive book group meets every two months in partnership with the Trailside Museum.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Social Circle: Mastering Senior Life with local author Joyce Porter

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Books & Writing, Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Older Adults
Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Writing, Community, Health & Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Today's Topic: Mastering Senior Life:  Thriving and Surviving with local author Joyce Porter

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

Kids and Teens Winter Reading Challenge Begins

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:15pm
Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Need something fun to do over winter break? Join our challenge. Every challenge card you complete wins a small prize. Each one you turn in is an entry into one of our prize drawings.

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

Mystery Book Group

Saturday, December 21, 2024 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.

December 21st Free Fire by C.J. Box

January 18th Y is for Yesterday by Sue Grafton

Christmas Eve

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

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25. 

Christmas

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

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25. 

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Cozy Read-In

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult Lounge at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Young Adults
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

Beat the holiday come-down with a cozy cup of cocoa, chill music and vibes. Bring any new books you picked up or check out one of ours! Snacks and hot beverages will be available all day.

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Cozy Read-In

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult Lounge at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Young Adults
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

Beat the holiday come-down with a cozy cup of cocoa, chill music and vibes. Bring any new books you picked up or check out one of ours! Snacks and hot beverages will be available all day.

New Year's Eve

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

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1. 

New Year's Day

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

The Library will be closed for New Year's Day.

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 "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: 39
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 "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.

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,