We suggest: New(ish) fiction for February
By Collection Management Librarian Dontaná Love fiction? Looking for some new books? Check out these recently released titles that also happen to celebrate Black History ...
Meet Latonia, Manager of Teen Services
UPDATE: Under Latonia's leadership, Teen Services expanded and changed its name to "Middle and High School Services" in August 2022. Say hello to the newest ...
Get moving! At-home activities & videos for early learners
By Shelley Harris, Children's Librarian Who else is watching the Winter Olympics? I love my regular dive back into curling, which always feels like such ...
February is for love! Books about love & libraries
by Collection Management Librarian Dontaná February is a month to celebrate many things—among them: love and libraries. What is more romantic than a bookstore date? ...
SNOW! At-home activities for grade schoolers
By Children's Librarian Genevieve Grove Love it, hate it, or just tolerate it, snow is a fact of life for those of us living in ...
Update: Buildings open for regular hours Thursday, February 3
All Oak Park Public Library buildings were closed on Wednesday, February 2 because of severe weather. The National Weather Service had issued a winter storm ...
Happy 120th Birthday, Oak Park! Books by Oak Parkers & local history resources
Happy Birthday, Oak Park! On January 25, 1902, Oak Park, Illinois was officially incorporated as a village. See a copy of the original articles of ...
Digital media for preschoolers: Educational app recommendations (part 2)
By Children's Librarian Eileen Saam As we spend time at home this winter, many families are likely dedicating more time to screens—playing games and watching ...
