Events
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Join us for a cinematic experience at The Plot Thickens: Teen Movie Night on designated Mondays every month! Movies will be geared towards teens ages 13 & up. Movies can be rated G, PG, or PG-13. A parent or guardian must be present for all youth under the age of 13.
Registration is encouraged. Reserve your spot online today!
Now Showing: How to Train Your Dragon (2025)
Rated: PG
Runtime: 2 hours, 5 minutes
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. Start Time @ 9:15am-
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 March 10th
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Memory Cafe': "Memory Stations"
-Available in person at 11:00am-
What is a Memory Cafe': Memory Stations?
A Memory Café is a safe, supportive environment, designed to engage attendees in cognitive activities to perk up memory. The goal of The Park Forest Public Library's Memory Café- Memory Stations, is to keep attendees mentally and socially active with engaging activities, which research shows is protective of brain health. The Memory Café is free and open to all older adults with or without current memory concerns.
Join us for (60) minutes of memory games and activities as you rotate through the "Memory Stations" that are sure to boost brain power, and provide mental stimulation that strengthens neural connections, keeping the mind sharp while improving cognitive function across ages.
Memory Stations at a glance -(10min - 15min station rotation)
Concentration Stations
Gentle cognitive - stimulating activities
music and more!
Who should attend?
Anyone living with memory challenges, family caregivers (spouse, adult children, loved ones), anyone supporting caregiving families, or anyone seeking education and support.
Light refreshments will be provided
Registration is Required
Registration will open on March 10th
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
Calling all kids and teens! Come join our Creative Crew and indulge in a fun, engaging craft project with other creative kids! Registration for this event is required--space is limited.
March 4 - TBA
March 11 - TBA
March 18 - TBA
March 25 - TBA
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Music, Movement & Meditation for Adults & Seniors
(4 Part Series)
March 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th
-In Person at 10:30am-
Registration Registration, and will open on February 26th
What You Will Experience:
Gentle Restorative Stretching: Flow through a series of effortless, low-impact stretches designed to release tension, improve flexibility, and "unlock" the body's natural energy.
Expressive Movement: Connect with your body through fluid, graceful motions that encourage self-expression and physical freedom, adaptable for all mobility levels.
Healing Soundscapes: Immerse yourself in an ambient music and nature-inspired rhythms carefully selected to synchronize your breathing and calm the nervous system.
Guided Meditation: Transition from movement into deep stillness with mindfulness techniques that clear mental clutter and promote a lasting sense of inner peace.
Program led by Brian Thompson & Nona Frazier of BNEW4LIFE
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Mar1911:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT10 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Join us in the Kids' Zone for a special art program geared towards children 5 & under.
Registration is required for this event! To reserve your space, stop by Kids' Zone or call the library at (708) 748-3731 ext 234.
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Mar1911:30 am - 2:30 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Connecting Through Treads
**Available In-Person at 11:30am**
Join us for a relaxing afternoon just for knitters, crocheters and more! Gather with knitters just like you to share ideas, techniques, and good conversation.
Bring your own knitting & crochet materials, or use the basic supplies provided.
No experience needed. All skill levels welcome
(This is a self-guided event)
No Registration Required
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Mar197:00 pm - 8:00 pm CDT
Industrious, irreverent, humble–though he may deny the accusation–Percival Everett, like his fiction, defies categorization. His most recent novel, James, earned both the Pulitzer Prize for fiction and the National Book Award, and his 2001 novel Erasure inspired the film American Fiction, which received the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay in 2024.
Everett’s other titles include Dr. No, The Trees (finalist for the Booker Prize and the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction), Telephone (finalist for the Pulitzer Prize), So Much Blue, and I Am Not Sidney Poitier. Despite these accomplishments, he remains devoted to reviewing his own work critically, and indeed his writing process involves intensive research and revision. Tune in for our conversation with Percival Everett to get a glimpse beyond the page.
Brandis Friedman will moderate the event. Friedman is a writer and anchor for WTTW’s Chicago Tonight and Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, and also serves as a champion for libraries.
Register here. This event is intended for adults. Registration is required for this event and closes at 5:00 p.m. on event day. Late registrations will be processed after the live event, allowing access to the event recording.
This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of the Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation and Closed Captioning are provided for all events by default—no special request needed.
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Mar197:30 pm - 8:30 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
The Park Forest Public Library Board of Trustees meets the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 pm.