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Crafting Club: Stamp Carving

6:00pm–7:00pm
Young Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

With just a pencil and an eraser, turn your design into a custom-made stamp.

This event will take place at the Park District of Forest Park administration building at 7501 Harrison St.

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

Zap! Winter Storytime with the Brookfield Zoo

11:00am–12:00pm
Family, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Education & Learning, STEAM, Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

The Brookfield Zoo visits the library for a special storytime about animals in winter followed by a special craft to take home. Designed for Pre-K.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Chair Yoga

12:00pm–12:30pm
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

One on One Tech Help

7:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Cancelled
Closed
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

12:00pm–12:30pm
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 "Middle Grades" group

Beginner's Crochet Class

4:00pm–5:00pm
Middle Grades
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY, STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Learn how to do a chain and a few stitches in this beginner's crochet class. 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 "Middle Grades" group

Finger knit, Knit, or Crochet for Fun

4:00pm–5:00pm
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, Education & Learning, STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Try out finger knitting, crochet, and knitting as you sip some tea and have a snack. Feel free to bring any projects you are working on too. 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

One on One Tech Help

12:30pm–1:00pm
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

2:00pm–3:00pm
Young Adults
Open
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

New Year's Resolution: Deal with Your Consumer Debt

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Finance & Consumer Information
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Debt and credit can be overwhelming. Find out about a new free legal and financial help resource for Illinois residents and hear from a consumer lawyer on your legal rights.

 

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

book group meeting

This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Tai Chi

9:30am–10:30am
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.  Some basic familiarity with Tai Chi is expected.  

This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Beginning Tai Chi

10:30am–11:30am
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.  Some basic familiarity with Tai Chi is expected.  

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 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 "Kids" group

(Audio)book club for kids

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

No need to read the book in advance! This is for kids who love reading, but feel like they're too old for storytime. Unwind in one of our cushy beanbag chairs, draw, or just chill while we listen to a book in the background.

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 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

11:00am–11:30am
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

11:30am–12:00pm
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 "Middle Grades" group

Switch and Switch2 Open Gaming

4:00pm–6:00pm
Middle Grades
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Check in at the YS desk to reserve a gaming slot for solo or group play on one of our consoles. Choose from our in-house selection of Switch and Switch 2 games, or check out something from our gaming collection upstairs.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Chair Yoga

12:00pm–12:30pm
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

One on One Tech Help

7:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Cancelled
Closed
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

12:00pm–12:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Cancelled
Closed
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.
 

Library Closing at 5 pm

5:00pm–7:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library will close early to get ready for an after-hours all ages program. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Library Olympics

6:00pm–7:30pm
All Ages
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Get into the Olympic spirit at the FPPL! Join us for a fun-filled evening of friendly competition at the Library Olympics. Participants of all ages can participate in events like the Dewey Dash, Magazine Curling, and the Book Balance Relay.