Adult Program
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: The Power of Introverts ...
Quiet: the power of introverts in a world that can't stop talking demonstrates how introverted people are misunderstood and undervalued in modern culture. Author Susan Cain is charting the rise of extrovert ideology while sharing anecdotal examples of how to use introvert talents to adapt to various situations. Cain consistently holds the readers interest by presenting individual profiles, looking at places dominated by extroverts and introverts.
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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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Celebrating Seniors: Improve Your Memory
Learn key tips for improving your short term memory with Dr. Burton Fischman, an octogenarian who earned his certification as a personal trainor on his 80th birthday. A retired Communications Professor, Dr. Fischman uses his considerable talents as a former stand-up comedian in his teen years to help seniors learn new ideas of improving memory and gaining confidence.
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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.
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Book Discussion: The Social Animal
New York Times columnist, David Brooks turns to the building blocks of human flourishing in a multilayered, profoundly illuminating work grounded in everyday life. This is the story of how success happens, told through the lives of one composite American couple, Harold and Erica. Join us to discuss this remarkable book.
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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 697-6915 for more information.
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I Love Romance ! - Crystal Cove
One woman who has been cursed never to find love, one man without a soul who wants her more than life itself, in final novel in the Friday Harbor series, Crystal Cove is the small town where magic is in the air and fate is a force too powerful to defy. Author Lisa Kleypas fulfills the wishes for love and a soul. I Love Romance book discussion feature a new romance 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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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.