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Events

May 2025

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May9
11:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library event address400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466

Join us at 11:00am in the Kids' Zone for an interactive story time with Miss Candy! Geared towards children ages 5 & under. For more information, contact Miss Nikki at (708) 748-3731 ext. 234.

No registration required!

May9
11:30 am - 12:30 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library event address400 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 in-person at the library. 

Registration for this event is required! 

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.com/doc/5aa08440a7a14365b71fbd2c

May10
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm CDT
4 spots available
Park Forest Public Library event address400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466

Adults of all ages are welcome to join us the first Saturday of every month in the Library Commons for tea, coffee, snacks, and an art project. This month we will be making plant pressed clay art. There will be a variety of fresh botanical elements to choose from. We will press our plants into air dry clay to create a beautiful design from the imprint of the plant. The finished product could be turned into a decorative dish or be hung up for display!

This month, Art Cafe will be held in the Ringering Room.

Registration is required.

May10
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT
11 spots available
Park Forest Public Library event address400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466

 "Garden to Plate"

-In-person at 1:00pm-2:00pm-

Summer gardens and local Farmer's Markets are bountiful with great vegetables and fruits waiting to be explored and utilized. Join Chef Susan Maddox for a live cooking demonstration as she provides some great recipes including some time-saving techniques. These dishes will be great ones to enjoy with family and friends. Stop in and sample them for yourself.

Registration is Required.

Registration will open on May 3rd

May10
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library event address400 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.

May10
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CDT
2 spots available
Park Forest Public Library event address400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466

Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding. Join our in-house pro Mr. Elijah as he instructs you how to fold paper into mini works of art! Registration for this event is required.  Ages 9 & up!  ONLY 5 SPOTS

To register please visit the library or contact Miss Nikki at (708) 748-3731 ext. 234!

May12
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library event address400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466

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.

May13
9:00 am - 10:00 am CDT
24 spots available
Park Forest Public Library event address400 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 May 6th

May13
11:00 am - 1:00 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library event address400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466

NO Coffee, Cocoa & Crafts Program Today.

Please register for our Special Program Today:

Puzzle Palooza at 12:00pm!!!

May13
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library event address400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466

Puzzle Palooza- Puzzle Day!

-In person at 12:00pm-

Come to the Library for a relaxing afternoon of puzzles, music, and refreshments.

 Up for little competition? Come with a team of up to 4 people to finish a puzzle of 500 or more first and win a prize!

All participants will receive the same FREE puzzle to take come.

Registration is Required

To register, please contact Katherine Goosby

                   *Please note: This event is geared towards serving ages 60 and older. *