Adult Program
Hollywood Goes to War: "Cry Havoc"
President Franklin D. Roosevelt promoted film as a key war industry which showcased heroism, selflessness and the need for co-operation. Watch the conflicts among a motley crew of Army nurses who are stationed in Bataan at the time of the Japanese invasion in this 1943 film. Oak Park film historian Doug Deuchler leads discussion.
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Yarns and Yarn
All are welcome to join a group of avid readers who meet to discuss books while they knit and crochet blankets and scarves to donate to various charities. No knitting experience needed. No registration required.
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genre X book discussion: Understanding Comics
Join us for our monthly book discussion for readers in their 20s and 30s. June's selection is Understanding Comics by Scott McCloud.
In addition to this month's selection, select a graphic novel of your choice to read and discuss in relation to McCloud's book. Please bring it with you to discussion for show & tell!
Copies of Understanding Comics will be available at the Main Library a month before the discussion. Browse our Graphic Novel section or ask the Adult & Teen Services desk staff to recommend a great graphic novel to accompany it.
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Oak Park Photography Club
Oak Park Photo Club members meet twice monthly to share digital and print photos. All skill levels welcome. Call Debby Preiser at (708) 697-6915 for more information.
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Hollywood Goes to War: "Desperate Journey"
President Franklin D. Roosevelt promoted film as a key war industry which showcased heroism, selflessness and the need for co-operation. Watch Errol Flynn and his crew including Ronald Reagan as they are shot down over Germany and struggle to evade capture by the Nazis in this 1942 film. Oak Park film historian Doug Deuchler leads discussion.
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Inspiration: Living Life Mindfully - The Book of Awakening
The Book of Awakening: Having the Life You Want by Being Present to the Life You Have is the result of a journey of the soul and will inspire others to embark on their own. Author Mark Nepo speaks of spirit and friendship, urging readers to stay vital and in love with this life, no matter the hardships.Inspiration: Living Life Mindfully book discussion features a new non-fiction title each month.Books are available at the Dole Branch Library one month before the discussion.Library book discussions are open to all who are committed to reading and talking about books.
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Computer Help
Ask Dole staff your computer help questions during 20-minute one-on-one sessions. We can answer questions about web searching, online job hunting, using email and word processing programs, and Oak Park Public Library's array of online research tools. Please register at least 24 hours in advance at 708-386-9032.
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Read and Reflect: Nothing Daunted: the Unexpected Education...
Nearly a hundred years later in 1916, Dorothy Wickenden, the granddaughter of Dorothy Woodruff, found the teachers buoyant letters home, which captured the voices of the pioneer women, the children, and other unforgettable people the women got to know.
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Sticks and Skeins
A monthly knitting group for new knitters, experienced knitters and even lapsed knitters. We'll knit, chat and solve the world's problems! Bring your project, and we'll provide the technical support to help you along to completion!
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Open Boardgame Play
Open game play on the first and third Wednesday of every month. Bring your own board games, or just bring yourself.