Events
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Join us in the Kids' Zone for an art project! Suitable for ages 13 and under.
No registration required!
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
EVENT IS FULL. NO SPOTS AVAILABLE
Hello Fall: Painting with a Twist with Bottle & Bottega of (Homewood IL)
-Available In-person at 1:00PM-
As autumn creeps in, join us for an hour of DIY painting with an experienced artist from Bottle & Bottega of Homewood IL.
*Please arrive on time as the instructor will begin promptly at 1:00pm*
Light refreshments will be provided
**Please note: Only non-alcoholic beverages will be served**
Registration is Required. Space is limited.
Registration will open on October 18th
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Writer's Workshop (Led by James Pressler)
- Meeting on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month from 2:30pm-4:30pm.Are you an aspiring author looking for tips and tricks to improve and perfect your craft? Are you interested in sharing your work with other authors for constructive criticism? Are you skeptical of the writing process and looking for answers from your peers? We've got the club for you! Join local author and writer James Pressler twice a month on designated Saturdays at the Writer's Workshop.
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Medicare & BINGO with Oak Street Health
-Available in-person at 11:00am-
Join us in partnership with Oak Street Health for a fun game of BINGO! Lucky winners will receive prizes. Bring your Medicare questions for an agent to learn the services offered at Oak Street Health.
Registration is Required for this Event
Please contact Katherine Goosby to Register
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
For 35 years and counting!
Join the Friends Book Discussion Group monthly on designated Mondays in the Conference Room at 12:00pm. Books will be available at the Patron Services desk one month in advance.
September 29 - Crying in H Mart (Michelle Zauner)
October 27 - The Professor and the Madman (Simon Winchester)
November 24 - The Phone Booth at the End of the World (Laura Imai Messina)
December - NO DISCUSSION SCHEDULED
January 26 - The Sweetness of Water (Nathan Harris)
February 23 - James (Percival Everett)
March 30 - The Emperor of Gladness (Ocean Vuong)
April 27 - Solito (Javier Zamora)
May 26* - My Friends (Fredrik Backman)
*May meeting will take place on a Tuesday.
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Nature's Gentle Tai Chi Gong with Brian Thompson
- Available In-Person @ 9:00am-
Join Brain Thompson, Founder/ Wellness Innovator Speaker/ Healer of Bnew4life LLC as he demonstrates and lead participants in breathing, relaxation, self-calming and gentle movement techniques. These methods help address pandemic related stress, release pain and improve quality of life. Calming music will accompany the natural environment.
Tai chi is a system of movements and positions believed to have developed in 12th Century China. Tai chi techniques aim to address the body and mind as an interconnected system and are traditionally believed to have mental and physical health benefits.
Registration is Required for each Session
Registration will open on October 21st
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Same event, new day and time! Join us for the Technicolor Teen Coloring Circle at the library! Unleash your creativity with vibrant colors, cool designs, and a fun, relaxing atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking to unwind, this is the perfect space to express yourself and connect with others. All coloring materials are provided—just bring your imagination!
Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Throughout time, the vampire has been both the sum of all our fears and the perfect scapegoat, retaining an allure that has carried its popularity across centuries. Author Laura Enright examines the evolution of the vampire in myth, literature, and media to investigate how an ancient bogeyman has become a romantic figure, superhero, and even a teen dream.
Registration is encouraged.
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Oct2911:30 am - 12:30 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Ageless Strength & Mobility
-Available In-Person at the Library at 11:30am
Join us on designated days for an interactive, instructional fitness session with fan-favorite instructor Arlene Santiago! We've taken Chair Yoga and graduated into something even more exciting: Ageless Strength & Mobility!
This program is available in-person at the library.
Registration is required!
To Register for this program, please contact Katherine Goosby
Patrons who sign up are registered for classes for the entire month.
*PLEASE NOTE: Participants must sign the waiver below prior to participating. Participants must be registered to attend.
Participants are encouraged to bring a hand towel and water with them to class.
WAIVER: https://app.waiversign.
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Oct294:00 pm - 5:00 pm CDT10 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Da Dopamine Project is a mental health organization focused on building introspective skills through creative expression. Join our instructor Jae'ln as they show participants how to channel their inner creativity with button making, drawing lessons, and more!
Registration is required. For more info, contact Kids' Zone at (708) 748-3731 ext. 231.
