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Creature Camouflage Collage Workshop

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Family, Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come join us for a fun family art workshop to make a mixed media collage! We will create a scene that demonstrates how animals camouflage in their habitats using oil pastels, colored pencils, and torn paper. Designed for ages 5-8. 

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 "Young Adults" group.

International Snacks with Universal Yums

3:00pm - 4:00pm
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: 11
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.

Harvesting the Native Way

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 42
Event Details:

Ojibwa author and speaker Kim Sigafus will be giving a presentation on Native gardening and harvest. It will include traditions of the Native people, and music and drumming in celebration of those traditions.

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: 15
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: 10
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 "Pre-K" group.

Bilingual 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: 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 "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Mason Jar Aquariums

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Family, Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

If your kid's idea of a perfect pet is Clifford the Big Red Dog and you have more of a Nemo-sized space, this is the perfect solution!

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.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Support the Forest Park Cares Fund by heading out for dinner at Chipotle in Forest Park on Monday, November 17 from 4-8 pm.

Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Program Type: Board Meeting
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Successfully Navigating College Admissions This Fall

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Young Adults, Adults
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Education & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Stand Out for College has created this program to help families of juniors, sophomores and freshmen understand the college admissions process and how to successfully navigate the recent changes.

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Teen Take & Make: Candy Sushi

All Day
Young Adults
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Food, Make & Take Kits
Event Details:

Create sushi masterpieces out of sweet treats. Kits will be available in the Young Adult Lounge and are first come, first served.

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

Social Circle for Older Adults

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Engagement, Community, Education & Learning, Health & Wellness, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

We want the Library to be your happy place.  All older adults (55+) are invited to join in for some special community time each week.  We’ll talk and share interests, enjoy guest speakers, and keep ourselves active, engaged, an

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

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: 21
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 "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:

Our affinity group offers a supportive community for families navigating the special education journey.

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
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Adult Study 2
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.

Pins & Needles

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Beginning or experienced knitters, crochet enthusiasts, macrame and embroidery makers, or quilters: come join us in this sociable creative circle led by Karen Wiebe.

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

Baby Bookworms

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: 16
Event Details:

Our lapsit storytime returns to our cozy confines for November, with all the songs and stories that you love. Designed for infants-crawlers.

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 "Young Adults" group.

Fandom Friday: Paper Pokemon

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Young Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Cut and assemble your very own 3-D Pokemon from colored paper while enjoying some Pokemon cartoons.

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

Silent Reading Party at Kribi Coffee

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing, Community
Registration Required
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.

One on One Tech Help

12:30pm - 1:00pm
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.