Read library board bylaws and contact all elected library trustees at board@oppl.org. Search for an executive director At its June 25 regular meeting, the Oak Park Public Library Board of Trustees voted to engage the professional search firm of Koya Partners to conduct a national search for the library’s next executive director. Read the complete June 27 … Read more
Special Collections curates specific cultural and heritage collections that reflect enduring legacies of Oak Park, Illinois. The team hosts community Open Hours from 1 to 4 pm every Wednesday and Thursday in the Reading Room on the third floor of the Main Library. Stop by to learn more about the space, services, and materials. Special … Read more
Find kids’ reading lists below. See what’s new in the catalog for kids. And to hear what’s coming up next, subscribe to our “Kids & Families” email. Suggestions by age & grade | By topic & genre | Creators & stories | Award winners | Reading Olympics Suggestions by age & grade Lists also available as PDFs; download below: By topic & genre Trending topics New! More on these … Read more
By Children’s Librarian Eileen Saam The internet can be a powerful educational tool and a fun place for kids to explore, but here at the library, we understand that online safety for kids is top-of-mind for parents and caregivers. Keeping kids safe online can feel like an insurmountable task, but I’ve gathered some information to … Read more
By Amelia, Digital Learning Specialist Have you ever wondered what the letters “URL” mean or seen the phrase “follow this link for more information”? Maybe you’ve seen a URL or a website link in advertisements or on event flyers, product information, or even the news. In this Tech Tip, we’ll cover what URLs are and … Read more
With a wealth of apps available for children ages 2-6, it can be overwhelming to know which apps are high-quality educational apps. How do you select digital resources that meet your child’s needs while helping them prepare for kindergarten? Children’s Digital Learning Librarian Eileen Saam is here to help! Eileen suggests focusing on digital apps … Read more
By Children’s Librarian Eileen Saam As mentioned in my first post in this series, Google is a great resource of information and can be a useful first source when researching for school projects. But did you know that there are many subscription-based library resources that can be accessed online with your Oak Park library card? … Read more
Our library values all people. We are committed to serving everyone while creating safe and inclusive spaces. The Transgender Resource Collection is curated to support transgender people and anyone seeking more information. About the collection In the broadest sense, the collection is specifically focused on the transgender community, reflecting experiences and raising awareness about gender identity … Read more
Smartphones have changed the way we communicate and interact with the world around us. Beyond acting as a telephone, smartphones allow us to have instant access to quick and useful tools called apps. What are apps for? Simply put, an app is a type of software that allows you to perform different tasks. The word … Read more
