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Mystery Book Group

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Craft Swap

2:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Have craft supplies you no longer need? Looking for some new supplies for a project? Join the Library for a craft supply swap! 

Drop off supplies and pick up some new to you materials.

How:

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

Tai Chi

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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

11:00am - 11:30am
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
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.**

Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Program Type: Board Meeting
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 86
Event Details:

Join us for the virtual Candidate Forum for the Proviso Township School Board 209 Candidate Forum for the April 1st Municipal Election.

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

One on One Tech Help

10:30am - 11:00am
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
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.

One on One Tech Help

11:00am - 11:30am
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
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.

One on One Tech Help

11:30am - 12:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
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 "Older Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Today's Topic:  Make Your Device Work for You

This event is in the "Family" group.

Potty Training Workshop

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Family
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Education & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:

Spring break is approaching, which can be an excellent chance for potty training! What does "ready" even look like? Is it true that boys can be harder to potty train?

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 Sale Donation Drop Off

03/20/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/03/2025 @ 9:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

The Library will be accepting book donations for the 2025 Spring Book Sale happening on April 5 and April 6. 

Donations can be dropped off between March 20 and April 3. 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.

Chair Yoga

12:00pm - 12:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
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.

My Hero One's Justice 2 Video Game Program

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Middle Grades
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come and play My Hero One’s Justice 2 on our Nintendo Switch! Fight against one another using some of your favorite My Hero Academia characters. 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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Kids Robotics Workshop with MARS Academy

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids, Middle Grades
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Kids, Middle Grades
Program Type: STEAM, Technology
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Adults
Program Type: Education & Learning, Health & Wellness, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This month's meeting will feature a special feeding specialists from Pop! Pediatrics as we discuss feeding challenges and food sensitivities.

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

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Adult Study 2
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 "Middle Grades" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Create your own tiny playable golf course using simple craft materials. 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.
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Education & Learning
Event Details:

Watch the award winning documentary from the comfort of your home!

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

Babybugs Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Pre-K
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Required
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! Designed for infants through young toddlers.

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

One on One Tech Help

12:30pm - 1:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Food
Registration Required
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.

Princess Di—Gone but still kicking!

2:00pm - 3:15pm
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Movies and Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

An original solo musical based on the life of Princess Diana, written by, directed by, and starring Jillann Gabrielle.