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Why anti-racism is key to sustainability
By Beronica Puhr Note: A version of this post first appeared in Wednesday Journal and OakPark.com on August 3, 2021. Read the piece on OakPark.com ...
We suggest: Celebrity book club round-up, August 2021
by Collection Management Librarian Dontaná Since Oprah’s first book club pick in 1996, we have been reading as the celebrities do, falling in love with, ...
Gettin’ crafty with it: How-to books & resources
Want to learn how to make it, sew it, fix it, grow it, cook it, or build it? Develop a new skill, start a new ...
A new & improved catalog experience
Update: Access to the classic catalog ends after Saturday, April 30, 2022. As an Oak Park library cardholder, you have access to more than 10 ...
Librarian Shelley Harris recognized for dedication to young people
The Illinois Library Association (ILA) Youth Services Forum has awarded Children's Librarian Shelley Harris with the 2021 Golden Ticket Award for her "outstanding local contribution" ...
Library-led book discussions
- Library-led book discussions & local book club support: Join your neighbors and friends for lively book discussions.
Requests
- Exhibit art: Submit a request to exhibit your art in the library.
- Sponsor/propose a community donation box: Submit a request for the library to host a collection box for charitable donations.
- Present a program or exhibit: Share your suggestion or idea for a library program or exhibit.
- Share a community flyer: Send your event flyer to post on our community bulletin boards.
Photo & Video Policy: The library has a photography and video policy as well as this language posted in all meeting spaces and on promotional materials: “Library visitors are often photographed and/or recorded for promotional purposes. Please let us know if you prefer not to be photographed or recorded.”
