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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: 22
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 "Pre-K" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Age Group: Pre-K
Program Type: Community, Education & Learning, Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

In honor of Latine and Hispanic Heritage month, we will showcase Spanish selections from our fantastic online resource, LOTE4Kids Online. 

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Education & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

This workshop guides families through the essential steps students can take during sophomore year to explore post-secondary pathways, optimize college admission, and find their best college fit.

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.

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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: Community, Education & Learning
Event Details:

We're all susceptible to misinformation, often spreading it unknowingly. While stopping it entirely is impossible, we can learn how deception works, recognize the signs, and empower ourselves. 

 

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

Major Changes in Your College Search

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Young Adults, Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Education & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

This past year has resulted in some of the most significant changes to the college planning process in decades.

*Admission trends have changed around how colleges admit students

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

Storytime Pop-Up Concert with Ants on a Log!

10:30am - 11:30am
Family, Pre-K
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Education & Learning, Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Ants on a Log's award-winning music centers positivity, social justice, and silliness, and has been featured in national media, including NPR and the

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

Sustainability Fair

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Community, Crafts & DIY, Education & Learning, Nature & Gardening, STEAM, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 124
Event Details:

FPPL and the Forest Park Environmental Control Commission present…

            Forest Park Sustainability Fair on September 28 2-4pm

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: 24
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

Staff In-Service Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for a staff in-service day.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Forest Park Fire Department Tour

2:00pm - 2:45pm
All Ages
Closed
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Education & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Fire Safety Week starts tomorrow, so why don't we take a tour through the inside of a fire station? Join the library for a tour of the Forest Park Fire Department and see for yourself!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Forest Park Fire Department Tour

3:00pm - 3:45pm
All Ages
Waitlist
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Education & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Fire Safety Week starts tomorrow, so why don't we take a tour through the inside of a fire station? Join the library for a tour of the Forest Park Fire Department and see for yourself!

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.

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 "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 "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.

Liberated Writers’ Circle

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing, Community, Education & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

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

Home School Family Day

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Family, Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Kids
Program Type: Education & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

If you are a homeschooling family, we would love to meet you! Come on by to meet our Youth Services Manager, ask questions, and discuss your needs and how the library can best serve you.

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.

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: 24
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.

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: 24
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 "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Career Planning for High Schoolers

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Young Adults, Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Education & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Career planning is an essential first step for students planning to attend college, particularly for students still deciding on their career path.