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Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Program Type: Board Meeting
This event is in the "Older Adults" group
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Education & Learning, Technology
Registration Encouraged
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Don't Believe Everything You Read

This event is in the "Young Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Outdoor Yoga at Reiger Park

7:00pm–7:00pm
Young Adults, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

This summer, the Park District of Forest Park and the Forest Park Public Library will be teaming up for an outdoor yoga series. 

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

Northstar Support Hours

11:00am–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:

Invest in yourself with Northstar Literacy

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Sun Prints

12:30pm–2:30pm
All Ages
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Elaine Luther teaches us how to capture objects in a moment in time with artistic blueprints. Create imagery on paper without drawing.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Chia Seed Slime

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: Crafts & DIY, STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Create some earth friendly slime using chia seeds, water, cornstarch, and food coloring. Designed for grades 3 to 5.

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 "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.   

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

Northstar Support Hours

11:00am–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:

Invest in yourself with Northstar Literacy

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Carl the Collector Showing

4:00pm–5:00pm
Family, Kids
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids
Program Type: Education & Learning, Movies and Music
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Come and watch a few episodes of Carl the Collector, a PBS Kids show about Carl, a young, friendly, autistic raccoon and his friends. The show embraces learning and celebrates everyone's uniqueness. Designed for Kindergarten to Grade 3.

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 "Adults" group

Silent Reading Gathering

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing, Community
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

It’s the return of the Silent Reading Gathering!  Readers looking for a tranquil communal experience will gather & read books together at the Roos Pavillion behind the Roos Recreation Center.  There is shade and seating.&nb

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.   

This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Age-ility

1:00pm–2:00pm
Older Adults
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Age-ility is a fun, low-impact fitness class designed to help older adults stay strong, mobile, and independent.

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

is is the monthly meeting of the Forest Park Board of Health.

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 "Young Adults" group

Teen Cookout

5:00pm–7:00pm
Young Adults
Upcoming
Registration Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Food, Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Join us for a fun, laid-back Teen Cookout on the soccer field at the Park District! Teens can jump into pickup games like flag football and soccer, then enjoy hot dogs, chips, water, and pop—all provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

Food Allergy Disclaimer Text.

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

Northstar Support Hours

11:00am–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:

Invest in yourself with Northstar Literacy

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
Upcoming
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 "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.